The leader of the bandits laughed heartily, "With your meager abilities, you think you can break through our defenses? Truly wishful thinking. Today, you shall all perish here. This is the consequence of offending us!"
With that, the bandit leader waved his hand, and numerous bandits surged forward, intending to capture the Zhao family members. They showed no hesitation, their eyes glinting sharply.
Witnessing the scene, Zhao Xue's expression turned grim. He could clearly sense that these bandits were no ordinary individuals. If they were to engage in conflict, the Zhao family would undoubtedly be the ones to suffer.
With this thought, Zhao Xue ordered the Zhao family members to scatter in different directions, believing it was the only way to survive. He himself could only try his best to resist, but unfortunately, the bandit leader was immensely powerful, a Great Sage expert who, in the blink of an eye, sent him flying back.
Pfft…
Zhao Xue spat out a mouthful of blood, his face paling. He hadn't expected these ascended bandits to be so ferocious, leaving him somewhat stunned. It seemed disaster was imminent.
The bandit leader gazed at Zhao Xue, a faint chill in his eyes. In that very instant, a powerful aura surged towards Zhao Xue. If struck by this aura, Zhao Xue would surely lose his life.
However, in the next moment, a figure stepped forward, blocking the attack. The one who intervened was Lu Fan. Lu Fan recognized these individuals as bandits and harbored no good feelings towards them.
"What are you? Dare to play the hero and save the beauty here?" the bandit leader sneered at Lu Fan, his voice laced with fury. Lu Fan's appearance was a profound humiliation to him.
"I'm merely passing by, but you are far too overbearing. Stealing people's wealth is one thing, but resorting to murder? Is that not laughable!" Lu Fan said coldly. "Even bandits should have their own code!"
"I feel like you're insulting me, kid!"
The bandit leader's face darkened with displeasure. His gaze locked onto Lu Fan, radiating a formidable presence.
Lu Fan remained unfazed by these words, his expression indifferent. He then turned to Zhao Xue, asking, "Are you alright?"
"I'm fine!" Zhao Xue shook his head, feeling immensely grateful to Lu Fan. If not for Lu Fan, she would have likely met her end without question.
"You're truly arrogant, kid, to disregard me like this. Do you think I'm made of clay?" the bandit leader roared, his eyes fixed on Lu Fan, his imposing aura intensifying. He couldn't fathom Lu Fan's audacity.
Lu Fan, however, remained unperturbed, his demeanor composed. "I don't wish to kill you. You'd best leave quickly, or don't blame me for showing no mercy!" Sudan Novel Network
"You have quite the big mouth. I'd like to see how you show no mercy!"
His displeasure evident, the bandit leader stared at Lu Fan, projecting an imposing aura. Lu Fan's blatant disregard for him was something he could not tolerate.
"Don't engage them directly. There are too many of them, and they're all experts!" Zhao Xue warned Lu Fan. "You should leave quickly. This matter has nothing to do with you, and they likely won't bother you!"
"Since I've intervened, how can I stand idly by!" Lu Fan stated directly. "You don't need to persuade me. I know what I'm doing!"
Zhao Xue was momentarily stunned, feeling a sense of reassurance after Lu Fan's words. She hadn't expected Lu Fan to be so forthright and unreserved.
Meanwhile, the bandit leader, radiating fierce intent, fixed his gaze on Lu Fan, his imposing aura reaching its peak.
Yet, Lu Fan remained unconcerned. If these bandits dared to make a move, he would not hesitate.
Zhao Xue stood aside, filled with worry but utterly helpless. She hadn't anticipated the situation escalating this way, leaving her caught off guard.
"Little brother, please be careful!" an elder from the Zhao family called out, his voice filled with concern. Lu Fan, so young, seemed rash. If that were the case, it would not be good.
Lu Fan paid no mind. He looked towards the bandit leader and said, "Since you wish to fight, let's give it a try! Let's see who is stronger, you or I!"
With that, Lu Fan acted without reservation, lunging towards the bandit leader. To capture the king is to capture the leader. Once this formidable bandit was apprehended, the rest would be insignificant.
Seeing this, the bandit leader furiously channeled his spiritual energy, attempting to kill Lu Fan. In that instant, he realized something: Lu Fan's strength far surpassed his own, to the point where he was utterly incapable of resisting.
Boom…
With a thunderous roar, the bandit's face contorted. He had never imagined things would come to this. His body was violently flung back, blood trickling from the corner of his mouth. Clearly, he hadn't foreseen such a turn of events.
Concurrently, Zhao Xue watched from the sidelines, a sense of awe washing over her. Even she hadn't imagined Lu Fan's power to be so formidable, so terrifying, and almost unbelievable.
"My heavens, who exactly is he? How can he be so powerful!"
From among the Zhao family members, many exclaimed, their hearts filled with surprise. Clearly, they hadn't expected Lu Fan to possess such strength, which had taken them completely by surprise.
Lu Fan seized the opportunity, directly apprehending the bandit leader. "Well now, do you know my strength? If I wanted to deal with you, it would be as easy as turning my hand!"
The bandit leader remained inwardly defiant, but he was utterly helpless. Now that he was captured by Lu Fan, the only thing left for him was to beg for mercy.
"Kill him! We must not let him live!" Zhao Xue's voice rang out as she drew her long sword. Before Lu Fan could react, the sword pierced the bandit leader's abdomen.
The other bandits, seeing their leader felled, promptly fled in terror, utterly dismayed that their boss had been so easily killed. This was no small matter.
Lu Fan stood stunned, a sense of helplessness washing over him. He hadn't even made his move, and the bandit leader had already been killed by Zhao Xue, catching him completely off guard.
"Miss is truly formidable!" The Zhao family members praised her, their faces beaming with joy. The bandit leader's demise was their greatest victory.
"Thanks to you. If it weren't for you, I truly don't know what we would have done!" Zhao Xue said directly, her gaze meeting Lu Fan's.
"It was merely a small matter. There's no need for such thanks," Lu Fan said, waving his hand dismissively.