Chapter 51: Lend Me Your Head

Of course, Zhao Guang was not blind to the fact that this playboy’s Fighting Qi cultivation seemed quite strong. However, Zhao Guang did not care. He was just a delicate, effeminate young man. What good was strong Fighting Qi? Wasn’t it all built up using the Crystal Core resources from his family? He was fine for swinging a sword around or flirting with girls. But once it came to bloody combat, that grim and cruel aura was enough to make such a greasy, powder-faced boy’s legs go weak and his sword too heavy to hold.

Zhao Guang believed he had fought his way up from the bottom bit by bit. He had seen true battle after battle, and the number of people he had killed was not less than the number of women this guy had slept with. Naturally, he had a sense of disdain for arrogant young nobles like Lei Qing, who had achieved some success only because of their families.

Of course, he despised Lei Qing in his heart, but having spent a lot of time socializing on the outside, he wore a smiling, respectful expression on his face. He kept calling out “Young Master” and enthusiastically introduced all the facilities at Fierce Tiger Ridge, doing his best to cater to this noble young man who wouldn’t even reveal his name.

He did not know that although this playboy he looked down on had only officially started his journey seven or eight months ago, the life-and-death tribulations and bloody storms he had experienced were more than what Zhao Guang had faced. Lei Qing had grown bit by bit through these trials, tempering himself into a sharp sword with a concealed edge.

At this moment, Lei Qing had his hands behind his back, wandering around lazily like a carefree cloud, occasionally showing some disdain. He basically ignored what Zhao Guang said, only occasionally teasing Zuo Qianqian.

It was as if anyone treating him respectfully was only natural. This attitude made Zhao Guang’s teeth grind with hatred. It only confirmed his suspicion: such a greasy, powder-faced noble young man didn’t even understand basic social etiquette, so how could he have any real skills?

However, when he heard the subtle hints in Lei Qing’s teasing words with the girl, he realized something. They had originally come out to enjoy the mountains and waters. Saying they were curious about the bandits and wanted to visit was just for fun. It was not a pre-planned trip.

At this thought, Zhao Guang’s mind started working again. Could it really be that no one knew they were at Fierce Tiger Ridge? Then, should he take the risk and strike? While smiling and thinking on the surface, he had already walked into the main hall named Juyi Hall.

This hall was very large, easily accommodating a gathering of over two hundred people. On one side of the hall, there was a side door guarded by two bandits, which led to Zhao Guang’s private courtyard. Zhao Guang cared deeply about his own safety, especially where he rested and slept. Only this side door, guarded by people, allowed entry and exit to that place. He was the typical type of person who had done too many shady deeds, had many enemies, and could not sleep peacefully unless the surroundings were secure.

All this intelligence came from Jiang Yu. After all, when he prepared to do business along this line, he had once taken money to visit the three major bandits. At that time, he had been led into Zhao Guang’s private courtyard for discussions.

Lei Qing looked with interest at the three flowing, dragon-like characters on the plaque, then suddenly waved to Zhao Guang and called out lazily, “Zhao Guang, come here. This Young Master has questions for you.”

This was the first time Lei Qing had spoken to Zhao Guang. Although his attitude was so condescending, it strangely made Zhao Guang feel unexpectedly honored. Zhao Guang hurriedly took two steps forward, nodding sycophantically, “Young Master, what are your orders?” In his heart, he thought that he must extract more information from him and then treat him to a drink. Once he drank wine, hehe. But honestly, noble young masters were really good-looking. Their skin was so delicate and tender, even finer than some women’s. If given the chance, he must taste it. And that little girl, she was quite delicate and lovely, but she was wasted on this guy. After capturing them later, he would let his brothers have fun with them.

“Lend me your head.” Lei Qing had his hands behind his back and smiled faintly.

“What?” Zhao Guang was a bit confused by this sudden remark, especially since he was just calculating in his mind how to play with this delicate noble young master. Whether he hadn’t heard clearly or just couldn’t react in time, he was stunned.

Unfortunately, Lei Qing would not give him time to think. While Zhao Guang was dazed, Lei Qing’s repaired treasure sword, Ice Flame, which was worth more than a thousand pieces of gold, rang with a trembling sound as it left its sheath. It turned into a bolt of sword light, striking towards Zhao Guang’s throat with the speed of lightning. The sword moved in a straight line, its momentum like a startled swan. This was clearly the One-Character Lightning Sword from the Lei Family’s Heavenly Thunder Combat Code.

Although Zhao Guang was stunned by Lei Qing’s sudden words and never expected this greasy noble young master to suddenly attack him, his vast combat experience kicked in immediately. His Fighting Qi burned, transforming into powerful strength, and he retreated backward at extreme speed.

But the Lei Family’s One-Character Lightning Sword was all about speed. All the profound meanings in its sword momentum served one character: “Fast.” Like a coiled snake ready to strike, it suddenly launched a fierce bite, leaving no room to dodge or avoid.

However, Zhao Guang was not a fraud. In that first instant, while retreating rapidly, he knew he could not avoid that swan-like sword strike. He unhesitatingly put his palm in front of his throat to block it.

Swoosh~

The sword Ice Flame was thin and sharp, penetrating Zhao Guang’s palm almost without resistance. As blood splashed, Zhao Guang viciously clamped down on the blade of Ice Flame. Amidst the pain, he prepared to sacrifice this hand to make this greasy, powder-faced guy who dared to scheme and sneak attack him pay with his life. No, mere death was not enough? He would make this young man regret being born male: “Kill them.”

His spirit was commendable, but he had underestimated Lei Qing’s strength and the sharpness of Ice Flame. Worthing more than a thousand pieces of gold was no joke. Ice Flame, like Lei Qing, was not just good-looking but full of deadly danger.

With a shake of his wrist, the extremely sharp Ice Flame threw out a sword flower. At the same time, Zhao Guang’s fingers flew everywhere. Amidst his piercing screams, Lei Qing lunged forward, deploying the Lightning Flash and Thunder Clap from a high position.

In an instant, Ice Flame produced no fewer than fifteen sword lights. Each sword light shone with dazzling brilliance. Amidst the jumping electric currents, it was like a brilliant, blooming firework, enveloping Zhao Guang’s entire body.

Speaking of Ice Flame being valuable, sometimes looking good is quite useful. At least, when Lei Qing used this move, its good looks played a part. The brilliance it emitted was dazzling and confusing, making it hard to distinguish the position and direction of the sword lights.

With no way to dodge, Zhao Guang’s only option was to curl into a ball, protecting his vital points, and cover himself with a faint earth-yellow aura. He used his back and arms to harden himself against the more than ten sword lights, rolling outward like a ball. This move made even Lei Qing pause slightly for a moment. Undoubtedly, as one of the Three Great Bandits, a man who fought his way up through countless battles, he was indeed formidable. Under the threat of life and death, one could often tap into surprising potential.

Lei Qing was a master at the Bronze Peak. Even with a sneak attack and using his full strength for two moves, he failed to kill a Mid-stage Bronze expert who had no weapons. It wasn’t that Lei Qing was weak, but Zhao Guang’s combat experience was outstanding. No wonder someone of low birth could reach his current status step by step. Many things could not be described by mere luck.

If Zhao Guang could escape Lei Qing’s killing range, and his subordinates gathered around him, the one who would be in trouble next would probably be Lei Qing and the others.

Unfortunately, Lei Qing had anticipated this situation earlier. And Zhao Guang, here and now, was destined to die. His recent subordinates were still three or four yards away. But next to Lei Qing was Zuo Qianqian. That seemingly harmless and gentle young girl had also moved when Lei Qing struck. Holding two dark, unremarkable daggers in her hands, she was ready to strike at the right moment. A trace of extremely faint black qi swirled around her body.

Seeing Zhao Guang rolling away like a ball, she struck. The daggers attacked like a venomous snake, fangs bared, piercing fiercely towards him.

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