“Tell us why you followed us here and what your purpose is. Explain everything clearly, otherwise, this flame is mischievous and might burn you to a crisp if you’re not careful.”
Zhang Yang continued toying with it, but the threat in his tone grew stronger.
"A scholar can be killed but not humiliated, we..." Before the man could finish speaking, the leader slapped him hard across the wall of fire.
If Zhang Yang hadn't reacted quickly and weakened the flames in time, this person would probably have run directly into the flames and been burned to ashes instantly.
"Shut up! What do you mean by 'death is acceptable, but humiliation is not'? Only survival is the true path to kingship!" the leader shouted angrily, then put on an extremely fawning smile and bowed repeatedly to Zhang Yang, showing great respect and obedience.
"Young man, please be merciful and spare us! I'll tell you everything, please stop roasting us with fire! If this continues, we'll surely die a horrible death!"
His tone was full of fear and pleading, as if he were afraid that Zhang Yang would refuse.
Zhang Yang glanced at Jiang Ruan behind him, nodded knowingly, and said, "Tell me about it. If you can give a complete account, I'll release you immediately."
The leader said with a fawning smile, "No problem, no problem, I'll tell you right away. We were actually influenced by Du...!"
A flying sword shot through the clear sky, aiming straight for the leader's forehead. The sword pierced through him, killing him instantly. But as if he hadn't realized what was happening, he still managed to utter the last word.
It's the character "宁!".
Jiang Ruan quickly got up and intercepted the remaining swords, saving Zhang Yang who was outside the encirclement. She said, "Du Ning, it really is you. You're still alive. I really underestimated you."
"Hahaha, Ah Xun, we meet again. It's been so long. I've missed you terribly. I've come here to take you away. Come, come, let's stand tall among the heroes and rule over this great land together."
Before you see him, you hear his voice.
Jiang Ruan snorted coldly, "What a joke! What makes you think I'll go with you just because you come? And how can you be so sure you have the ability to rule the country? Don't you have any capital to back up your boasts?"
There was a moment of silence on the other end, as if he hadn't expected Jiang Ruan to say that. Then he sighed and said, "It's been a long time. I didn't expect Ruan to be so good with words. I wonder if someone taught her that!"
No sooner had he finished speaking than a black shadow, moving like lightning, charged straight toward Gu An with unparalleled sharpness and earth-shattering power!
This aura was like a thunderbolt, seemingly intent on destroying everything, leaving no one able to resist or escape.
However, the shadowy figure clearly underestimated Gu An's strength and courage.
Gu An was no pushover; he was not as easily defeated as that outwardly strong but inwardly weak leader.
Just as the dark figure attacked, Gu An did not back down and actually stepped forward to meet it!
In truth, Gu An had long harbored anger and contempt for this utterly wicked person.
This person appears respectable on the surface, but his heart is so filthy and disgusting; he is simply a beast in human skin!
Such depraved and inhuman scum deserves only death; they are not even worthy of becoming zombies to continue living in this world.
Today is the day he gets what he deserves!
The two were locked in fierce combat, their swords flashing and clashing across the battlefield, a dazzling spectacle.
After several rounds of fierce fighting, Du Ning gradually lost his strength and was eventually defeated in a somewhat disheveled manner.
He braced himself against the sword with one hand, slowly squatted down, and then casually waved his arm to wipe away the blood that had spilled from the corner of his mouth.
Despite being at a disadvantage, he still wore a half-smile on his face, his gaze fixed on Jiang Ruan beside him.
"You've always had a keen eye, so why did you pick him this time? Don't you really know that this person is no ordinary individual? You despise those mindless zombies, yet you're completely unaware of the extraordinary and close connection between him and zombies. I must say, you've made the wrong bet this time; he doesn't deserve your favor at all," Du Ning said with a sneer.
Upon hearing these words, Gu An's heart clenched, and the previously calm power within him suddenly surged, like a turbulent wave, ready to break free at any moment.
He couldn't help but feel secretly worried, and looked anxiously at Jiang Ruan, afraid that she would notice the abnormality in his body.
"What a joke! You dare question my judgment? Gu An is my man, and you dare to slander my man!" Jiang Ruan said, as she thrust a sharp sword through Du Ning's stomach, causing blood to bloom on his body.
"Ah...you!" Du Ning shouted, his face filled with astonishment, but then, as if an invisible hand had gripped his throat, he couldn't utter a sound. His eyes were wide open, as if about to bulge out, his face filled with disbelief and terror. Life had vanished in an instant, so suddenly, so carelessly.
Gu An slowly walked to Jiang Ruan's side, his steps heavy. He opened his mouth, wanting to speak, but hesitated. Finally, he spoke with difficulty, "A-Ruan, I..." However, his voice was low and slow, as if each word required immense strength to be squeezed out from between his teeth.
Jiang Ruan turned her head and stared firmly at Gu An.
Her eyes were clear and bright, radiating a reassuring power.
She said softly, "Gu An, I believe you. So whether or not some things are said doesn't really matter. As long as you know in your heart that my trust in you has never changed. If you feel that some things are inconvenient to say, then you don't have to force yourself. Everyone has their own secrets, and that's not a sin."
Gu An silently looked at Jiang Ruan, a hint of emotion and relief flashing in his eyes.
He took a deep breath and nodded, indicating that he understood Jiang Ruan's meaning. After a moment of eye contact, Gu An smiled slightly, a smile tinged with bitterness, but mostly filled with gratitude and warmth.
Just then, Zhang Yang, who was standing to the side, finally couldn't help but speak up and break the silence.
He hesitated for a moment, but finally stepped forward and said softly, "Um... excuse me, I'm sorry to bother you. Look, the huge waves over there have already risen, we need to get in the car and leave here quickly."
As he spoke, his gaze unconsciously drifted toward the approaching surging waves in the distance, a hint of worry in his eyes.
"Let's go, let's go back first!" Jiang Ruan pulled Gu An into the car, and the group hurriedly left.
After they left, a man in black appeared and slaughtered all the remaining survivors. He then sprinkled a potion on each corpse, his face contorted in a grimace, his body stiff as stone, before departing...
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