King of Hundred Victories Saber

Chapter 371 - 152: Lin Wanqing Slays the Three Fiends, Shi Feiyang Cleaves the Snake King (Part 2)

The two reached the bottom of the pit, and the scene before their eyes gave them a slight pause, as if it was completely unexpected.

Here, there were relatively complete rooms, neatly laid out, forming a stark contrast with the ruins outside, like another world, a forgotten corner.

Seeing this, Xie Wen reached out and gently pushed Shi Feiyang aside, insisting on taking the lead. His expression was focused, sword in hand, while his other hand grasped the Celestial Silkworm Silk Net tightly, cautiously approaching the door, beside which lay a coiled rope ladder.

Xie Wen gently pushed open the door.

However, just as he was about to step into the room, he suddenly froze, as if he were immobilized, seemingly too shocked by the scene before him to move.

Inside, candlelight flickered, casting a dim light on several familiar faces. It was Liu Dayou, Liu Guihua, and Liu Dayou’s wife Qin Yuanyao, who appeared to be waiting or guarding something.

"Feiyang? Is that you? How are you in this place?" Liu Guihua was the first to notice Xie Wen with surprise. Her gaze passed over Xie Wen’s shoulder, also noticing Shi Feiyang behind him, and she couldn’t help but call out in a trembling voice.

Tears suddenly filled her eyes, swirling around before falling down her cheeks, betraying her surprise and confusion. Her heart pounded, emotions flaring, as she rubbed her eyes in disbelief, confirming once again the silhouette before her. She felt a long-missed sense of warmth and familiarity, mixed with an indescribable complexity of feelings.

Yet Shi Feiyang snorted coldly, then turned away, ready to leave this problematic place.

However, just as he turned, he unexpectedly found Lin Wanqing standing silently before him, as if she were a ghost.

Lin Wanqing’s eyes were filled with concern and worry. To her, Shi Feiyang’s life was far more valuable than her own. His safety meant more than anything; she was willing to sacrifice everything for him.

Therefore, when Shi Feiyang decided to jump into the bottomless pit, Lin Wanqing did not hesitate to follow, bravely leaping after him.

Her Lightweight Technique was not as masterful as Shi Feiyang’s, so she landed a moment after him.

In the deep pit, Lin Wanqing stretched out her arms as if to form an unbreakable line of defense for Shi Feiyang.

Standing before him, her eyes showed determination and resolve.

It was as if she declared to the world that she would protect Shi Feiyang at all costs, using everything she had to shield him from harm.

A young man in black robust clothing approached swiftly, like an arrow leaving the bowstring.

His posture was upright, his steps steady, each imbued with crisp force, none other than Li Chenfeng, the Squad Leader of Cyan Simurgh Peak Sub-Branch of the Heroic Sakura Association.

At this moment, he frowned, a look of urgency and gravity in his eyes, as if bearing a thousand-pound burden, clearly having important matters to discuss.

In a flash, he covered the distance to Shi Feiyang, extending his hand with a hint of urgency, yet not lacking respect, as he gently tugged on Shi Feiyang’s sleeve.

He slightly lowered his head, not daring to directly meet Shi Feiyang’s eyes, speaking in a soft voice full of sincerity, "Grand Squad Leader, in my difficult situation, I made the decision on my own. The Liu siblings faced great hardships and were truly pitiful. While you and Elder Lin were in Yizhou for two months, the matter was urgent, leaving no time to consult with you. So, I made the decision to let them take refuge here."

With these words, he bent his knees, and with a "thud," kneeled before Shi Feiyang, his back straight, face filled with guilt, wordlessly expressing his helplessness and self-reproach.

Shi Feiyang was slightly taken aback by Li Chenfeng’s words, a hint of surprise crossing his face. He promptly sheathed his sword and prepared to help Li Chenfeng up from the ground.

Liu Guihua, eyes brimming with tears, rushed into Shi Feiyang’s arms like a wounded fawn, sobbing, seeking solace and security in his embrace.

Li Chenfeng, kneeling nearby, glanced up stealthily, seeing Lin Wanqing standing aside with a sad expression, inwardly lamenting, silently praying that his decision wouldn’t disrupt the bigger picture. Once everyone was gathered in a circle, Li Chenfeng stood up.

He straightened, clenched fists at his sides, eyes focused and determined, beginning to recount the details of the events.

Their environment in the pit was exceptionally harsh. It was dark and damp, the walls covered in thick moss, with water droplets occasionally falling from the ceiling, forming muddy puddles on the ground.

The air carried a pungent stench, as if something was rotting in the shadows.

The uneven ground was filled with sharp rocks and potholes, making it easy to twist an ankle while walking.

Yet Li Chenfeng paid no heed to the harsh environment.

His voice was loud and clear, without any hesitation or doubt, "Grand Squad Leader, since Liu Dayou’s brother left the Heroic Sakura Association, he picked up his old trade, reestablishing the Ge Shang Escort Agency. This time, he was responsible for transporting the Imperial Court’s money and provisions to Liaodong, but fell victim to the Poisonous Hand Snake King Feng Shao. Taking advantage of the early summer season when snakes are active, Feng Shao commanded venomous snakes to kill ten Escort Masters of the Ge Shang Escort Agency, while rogues from the Black Tortoise Hall seized the chance to steal the money and provisions. Now, not only is Brother Liu a wanted man by the Imperial Court, but Feng Shao has also teamed up with the Liaodong Martial Alliance to issue the Green Forest Order for his capture. You and Elder Lin were supporting Yizhou against the pirates, and when I encountered Liu’s family’s plight and couldn’t stand by, I offered my help. But I couldn’t immediately think of a better way to protect them, so I sheltered them near our Eagle Beak Rock Sub-Branch, believing that wretched Feng Shao wouldn’t dare invade easily. I know my actions were rash, and I ask for your punishment, Grand Squad Leader." After finishing, he again kneeled on one knee, bowing his head, waiting for Shi Feiyang’s judgment.