Chapter 178: Bait
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Chapter 178 - Bait
Regarding assassination skills, Liu Wuxie’s abilities surpassed even those of the assassins of the Assassin Pavilion.
The assassin suddenly descended to avoid the fatal blade. He retreated swiftly, but Liu Wuxie’s blade technique was even faster.
Sensing death approaching, the assassin made a bewildering move. His black robe unfurled with black poisonous needles flying out, enveloping a radius of ten-odd meters.
The two were close, and it should be impossible for Liu Wuxie to avoid so many needles. Liu Wuxie also didn’t expect the Assassin Pavilion to go to such an extreme to complete their mission. Then again, these assassins had no emotions, raised from young to become killing machines.
“You’re courting death!” Liu Wuxie flew into a rage when he looked at the barrage of needles. The needles were coated with venom. Even if he had the Detoxification Pills on him, the pills would need time to work. So, the assassin’s actions had aroused Liu Wuxie’s murderous intent.
“Overlord Fist!” A potent force repelled all the poisonous needles, forming a defensive barrier around him and preventing the needles from getting close. However, the force of the fist didn’t stop there; it continued, bearing down on the assassin who was about to land.
When the force reached the assassin, the assassin’s body blew apart, covering the ground with pieces of flesh and blood. Aside from a sword, the assassin had nothing else on him.
This was how professional assassins operated. They embarked on every mission prepared for the possibility of death, carrying nothing that could leave behind any traces.
Suddenly, a squeaking sound echoed as a bat demonic beast flew over Liu Wuxie’s head. When it spread its wings, they were as large as a basin, significantly larger than ordinary bats. New novel chapters are published on
Typically, bat demonic beasts were the size of a fist, with wings spanning no more than half a foot when fully extended. However, this particular bat demonic beast was an anomaly. As it soared through the air, it emitted a peculiar sound, one that even a seasoned individual like Liu Wuxie had never encountered.
The bat demonic beast vanished into the distant woods, leaving Liu Wuxie with a sense of foreboding. As the sky began to darken, he realized he needed to find a safe place to rest quickly.
After cleaning up the battlefield, Liu Wuxie executed the movement technique and headed into the depths of the mountain range.
Not long after his departure, a figure cloaked in dark green emerged, appearing visibly worn out.
“You scoundrel! Don’t let me get my hands on you!” Chen Ruoyan seethed with anger. She was merely curious about Liu Wuxie’s identity, as she was unaware of when such a formidable individual had surfaced in the Great Yan Dynasty.
However, Liu Wuxie had vanished and wouldn’t have ended up here if he hadn’t encountered Wei Dong’s group along the way.
Approximately three miles away, Liu Wuxie discovered a tranquil spot. It was an open area, safe from the attacks of demonic beasts. He unpacked his pre-prepared tent, intending to rest for the night before resuming his investigation into the disappearances the following day.
Lighting a campfire, Liu Wuxie took out some dry rations to consume. When he glanced towards the depth of the woods, the night in the mountain range looked like the jaw of a demonic beast waiting for prey to come in.
The surroundings were dead silent, devoid of even the chirping of insects or cries of birds.
Right then, squeaking sounds echoed once more. This time, it wasn’t just one bat demonic beast but dozens of them flying across, looking as if they were patrolling the area.
Liu Wuxie slowly approached that black figure. He wanted to ensure the black figure was a human or demonic beast. But perhaps the black figure detected his approach as it disappeared with the bat demonic beasts.
Then again, how could Liu Wuxie possibly give up when he finally found some clues? He swiftly caught up with the black figure. If he weren’t strong enough, he would’ve been killed by those bat demonic beasts. After all, even someone in the low-level Marrow Cleansing Realm would die if they encountered the bat demonic beasts.
The bat demonic beasts were fast, disappearing into the valley in the blink of an eye, and their destination was unknown. The surroundings fell into darkness once more, with a pile of dead bat demonic beasts on the ground.
“Get lost! Get lost! You disgusting creatures!” Liu Wuxie could hear someone talking a mile away, and there was also the sound of a fight taking place.
“Who would enter the Western Breeze Mountain Range so late at night?”
Liu Wuxie had noticed that only a few people had recently ventured into the Western Breeze Mountain Range, and human tracks were scarce.
He decided to change his course, following the direction of the voice. After about ten breaths, under the soft glow of the moonlight, Liu Wuxie spotted a figure that he recognized.
“It’s her?!” The figure turned out to be the third princess, Chen Ruoyan. She had trailed Liu Wuxie into the Western Breeze Mountain Range and was now under attack from over a thousand bat demonic beasts, leaving her utterly drained.
The bat demonic beasts were tough to deal with, and Liu Wuxie could only maintain his ground by relying on his movement technique and true essence. However, he was unable to eliminate all the bat demonic beasts.
Chen Ruoyan wasn’t weak and could gain the upper hand against ordinary opponents. But when confronted with the peculiar bat demonic beasts, she found herself at a disadvantage. As she swung her sword, her clothes were torn in several places, revealing her skin.
If this continued, Chen Ruoyan would be exhausted to death because she didn’t have a true essence comparable to Liu Wuxie.
Wei Dong’s group of eight had faced over a thousand bats and sacrificed three to make it out barely alive. Their third junior brother would have died if it wasn’t for Liu Wuxie.
The situation was perilous, but Liu Wuxie stood with his feet rooted to the ground. He was hesitating if he should help. After all, they were merely strangers who had met by chance, with no deep ties binding them.
But Liu Wuxie couldn’t possibly watch her die before him. The third princess wasn’t a bad person; she even risked her life to avenge the innocent. But just as he was about to act, several large bats swooped down from the sky, seizing Chen Ruoyan by her arms. This caused Chen Ruoyan’s sword to fall to the ground as she was paralyzed by the poison.
"Insolent beasts! How dare you lay your hands on a princess!” Chen Ruoyan struggled in vain as over a thousand bat demonic beasts seized her and took flight. This development caused Liu Wuxie to reconsider his initial plan, suppressing his instinct to intervene. This was an opportunity he couldn’t pass up.
I should trail them and see where they’re taking her. I can only hope the third princess can endure a bit longer.
If Chen Ruoyan knew that Liu Wuxie wasn’t coming to her aid, she would likely be furious. However, Liu Wuxie didn’t have any better alternatives. If he wanted to uncover the mastermind behind this, he needed bait, and Chen Ruoyan fit the bill perfectly.
Given that the bat demonic beasts hadn’t killed her outright, it was clear they wanted her alive. So, Liu Wuxie discreetly followed from behind, ready to intervene if her life was in imminent danger.
With his ability, it wasn’t an issue for him to save Chen Ruoyan. This confidence allowed him to let the bat demonic beasts carry Chen Ruoyan away.
Roughly an hour later, a vast valley appeared. The valley was enormous, teeming with bats fluttering about. The sight sent a shiver down Liu Wuxie’s spine, briefly entertaining the idea of retreating before dismissing it.
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Chapter 178 - Bait
Regarding assassination skills, Liu Wuxie’s abilities surpassed even those of the assassins of the Assassin Pavilion.
The assassin suddenly descended to avoid the fatal blade. He retreated swiftly, but Liu Wuxie’s blade technique was even faster.
Sensing death approaching, the assassin made a bewildering move. His black robe unfurled with black poisonous needles flying out, enveloping a radius of ten-odd meters.
The two were close, and it should be impossible for Liu Wuxie to avoid so many needles. Liu Wuxie also didn’t expect the Assassin Pavilion to go to such an extreme to complete their mission. Then again, these assassins had no emotions, raised from young to become killing machines.
“You’re courting death!” Liu Wuxie flew into a rage when he looked at the barrage of needles. The needles were coated with venom. Even if he had the Detoxification Pills on him, the pills would need time to work. So, the assassin’s actions had aroused Liu Wuxie’s murderous intent.
“Overlord Fist!” A potent force repelled all the poisonous needles, forming a defensive barrier around him and preventing the needles from getting close. However, the force of the fist didn’t stop there; it continued, bearing down on the assassin who was about to land.
When the force reached the assassin, the assassin’s body blew apart, covering the ground with pieces of flesh and blood. Aside from a sword, the assassin had nothing else on him.
This was how professional assassins operated. They embarked on every mission prepared for the possibility of death, carrying nothing that could leave behind any traces.
Suddenly, a squeaking sound echoed as a bat demonic beast flew over Liu Wuxie’s head. When it spread its wings, they were as large as a basin, significantly larger than ordinary bats. New novel chapters are published on
Typically, bat demonic beasts were the size of a fist, with wings spanning no more than half a foot when fully extended. However, this particular bat demonic beast was an anomaly. As it soared through the air, it emitted a peculiar sound, one that even a seasoned individual like Liu Wuxie had never encountered.
The bat demonic beast vanished into the distant woods, leaving Liu Wuxie with a sense of foreboding. As the sky began to darken, he realized he needed to find a safe place to rest quickly.
After cleaning up the battlefield, Liu Wuxie executed the movement technique and headed into the depths of the mountain range.
Not long after his departure, a figure cloaked in dark green emerged, appearing visibly worn out.
“You scoundrel! Don’t let me get my hands on you!” Chen Ruoyan seethed with anger. She was merely curious about Liu Wuxie’s identity, as she was unaware of when such a formidable individual had surfaced in the Great Yan Dynasty.
However, Liu Wuxie had vanished and wouldn’t have ended up here if he hadn’t encountered Wei Dong’s group along the way.
Approximately three miles away, Liu Wuxie discovered a tranquil spot. It was an open area, safe from the attacks of demonic beasts. He unpacked his pre-prepared tent, intending to rest for the night before resuming his investigation into the disappearances the following day.
Lighting a campfire, Liu Wuxie took out some dry rations to consume. When he glanced towards the depth of the woods, the night in the mountain range looked like the jaw of a demonic beast waiting for prey to come in.
The surroundings were dead silent, devoid of even the chirping of insects or cries of birds.
Right then, squeaking sounds echoed once more. This time, it wasn’t just one bat demonic beast but dozens of them flying across, looking as if they were patrolling the area.
Liu Wuxie slowly approached that black figure. He wanted to ensure the black figure was a human or demonic beast. But perhaps the black figure detected his approach as it disappeared with the bat demonic beasts.
Then again, how could Liu Wuxie possibly give up when he finally found some clues? He swiftly caught up with the black figure. If he weren’t strong enough, he would’ve been killed by those bat demonic beasts. After all, even someone in the low-level Marrow Cleansing Realm would die if they encountered the bat demonic beasts.
The bat demonic beasts were fast, disappearing into the valley in the blink of an eye, and their destination was unknown. The surroundings fell into darkness once more, with a pile of dead bat demonic beasts on the ground.
“Get lost! Get lost! You disgusting creatures!” Liu Wuxie could hear someone talking a mile away, and there was also the sound of a fight taking place.
“Who would enter the Western Breeze Mountain Range so late at night?”
Liu Wuxie had noticed that only a few people had recently ventured into the Western Breeze Mountain Range, and human tracks were scarce.
He decided to change his course, following the direction of the voice. After about ten breaths, under the soft glow of the moonlight, Liu Wuxie spotted a figure that he recognized.
“It’s her?!” The figure turned out to be the third princess, Chen Ruoyan. She had trailed Liu Wuxie into the Western Breeze Mountain Range and was now under attack from over a thousand bat demonic beasts, leaving her utterly drained.
The bat demonic beasts were tough to deal with, and Liu Wuxie could only maintain his ground by relying on his movement technique and true essence. However, he was unable to eliminate all the bat demonic beasts.
Chen Ruoyan wasn’t weak and could gain the upper hand against ordinary opponents. But when confronted with the peculiar bat demonic beasts, she found herself at a disadvantage. As she swung her sword, her clothes were torn in several places, revealing her skin.
If this continued, Chen Ruoyan would be exhausted to death because she didn’t have a true essence comparable to Liu Wuxie.
Wei Dong’s group of eight had faced over a thousand bats and sacrificed three to make it out barely alive. Their third junior brother would have died if it wasn’t for Liu Wuxie.
The situation was perilous, but Liu Wuxie stood with his feet rooted to the ground. He was hesitating if he should help. After all, they were merely strangers who had met by chance, with no deep ties binding them.
But Liu Wuxie couldn’t possibly watch her die before him. The third princess wasn’t a bad person; she even risked her life to avenge the innocent. But just as he was about to act, several large bats swooped down from the sky, seizing Chen Ruoyan by her arms. This caused Chen Ruoyan’s sword to fall to the ground as she was paralyzed by the poison.
"Insolent beasts! How dare you lay your hands on a princess!” Chen Ruoyan struggled in vain as over a thousand bat demonic beasts seized her and took flight. This development caused Liu Wuxie to reconsider his initial plan, suppressing his instinct to intervene. This was an opportunity he couldn’t pass up.
I should trail them and see where they’re taking her. I can only hope the third princess can endure a bit longer.
If Chen Ruoyan knew that Liu Wuxie wasn’t coming to her aid, she would likely be furious. However, Liu Wuxie didn’t have any better alternatives. If he wanted to uncover the mastermind behind this, he needed bait, and Chen Ruoyan fit the bill perfectly.
Given that the bat demonic beasts hadn’t killed her outright, it was clear they wanted her alive. So, Liu Wuxie discreetly followed from behind, ready to intervene if her life was in imminent danger.
With his ability, it wasn’t an issue for him to save Chen Ruoyan. This confidence allowed him to let the bat demonic beasts carry Chen Ruoyan away.
Roughly an hour later, a vast valley appeared. The valley was enormous, teeming with bats fluttering about. The sight sent a shiver down Liu Wuxie’s spine, briefly entertaining the idea of retreating before dismissing it.
Chapter 178 - Bait Regarding assassination skills, Liu Wuxie's abilities surpassed even those of the assassins of the Assassin Pavilion. The assassin suddenly descended to avoid the fatal blade. He retreated swiftly, but Liu Wuxie's blade technique was even faster. Sensing death approaching, the assassin made a bewildering move. His black robe unfurled with black poisonous needles flying out, enveloping a radius of ten-odd meters. The two were close, and it should be impossible for Liu Wuxie to avoid so many needles. Liu Wuxie also didn't expect the Assassin Pavilion to go to such an extreme to complete their mission. Then again, these assassins had no emotions, raised from young to become killing machines. You're courting death! Liu Wuxie flew into a rage when he looked at the barrage of needles. The needles were coated with venom. Even if he had the Detoxification Pills on him, the pills would need time to work. So, the assassin's actions had aroused Liu Wuxie's murderous intent. Overlord Fist! A potent force repelled all the poisonous needles, forming a defensive barrier around him and preventing the needles from getting close. However, the force of the fist didn't stop there; it continued, bearing down on the assassin who was about to land. When the force reached the assassin, the assassin's body blew apart, covering the ground with pieces of flesh and blood. Aside from a sword, the assassin had nothing else on him. This was how professional assassins operated. They embarked on every mission prepared for the possibility of death, carrying nothing that could leave behind any traces. Suddenly, a squeaking sound echoed as a bat demonic beast flew over Liu Wuxie's head. When it spread its wings, they were as large as a basin, significantly larger than ordinary bats. New novel chapters are published onTypically, bat demonic beasts were the size of a fist, with wings spanning no more than half a foot when fully extended. However, this particular bat demonic beast was an anomaly. As it soared through the air, it emitted a peculiar sound, one that even a seasoned individual like Liu Wuxie had never encountered. The bat demonic beast vanished into the distant woods, leaving Liu Wuxie with a sense of foreboding. As the sky began to darken, he realized he needed to find a safe place to rest quickly. After cleaning up the battlefield, Liu Wuxie executed the movement technique and headed into the depths of the mountain range. Not long after his departure, a figure cloaked in dark green emerged, appearing visibly worn out. You scoundrel! Don't let me get my hands on you! Chen Ruoyan seethed with anger. She was merely curious about Liu Wuxie's identity, as she was unaware of when such a formidable individual had surfaced in the Great Yan Dynasty. However, Liu Wuxie had vanished and wouldn't have ended up here if he hadn't encountered Wei Dong's group along the way. Approximately three miles away, Liu Wuxie discovered a tranquil spot. It was an open area, safe from the attacks of demonic beasts. He unpacked his pre-prepared tent, intending to rest for the night before resuming his investigation into the disappearances the following day. Lighting a campfire, Liu Wuxie took out some dry rations to consume. When he glanced towards the depth of the woods, the night in the mountain range looked like the jaw of a demonic beast waiting for prey to come in. The surroundings were dead silent, devoid of even the chirping of insects or cries of birds. Right then, squeaking sounds echoed once more. This time, it wasn't just one bat demonic beast but dozens of them flying across, looking as if they were patrolling the area. Liu Wuxie slowly approached that black figure. He wanted to ensure the black figure was a human or demonic beast. But perhaps the black figure detected his approach as it disappeared with the bat demonic beasts. Then again, how could Liu Wuxie possibly give up when he finally found some clues? He swiftly caught up with the black figure. If he weren't strong enough, he would've been killed by those bat demonic beasts. After all, even someone in the low-level Marrow Cleansing Realm would die if they encountered the bat demonic beasts. The bat demonic beasts were fast, disappearing into the valley in the blink of an eye, and their destination was unknown. The surroundings fell into darkness once more, with a pile of dead bat demonic beasts on the ground. Get lost! Get lost! You disgusting creatures! Liu Wuxie could hear someone talking a mile away, and there was also the sound of a fight taking place. Who would enter the Western Breeze Mountain Range so late at night? Liu Wuxie had noticed that only a few people had recently ventured into the Western Breeze Mountain Range, and human tracks were scarce. He decided to change his course, following the direction of the voice. After about ten breaths, under the soft glow of the moonlight, Liu Wuxie spotted a figure that he recognized. It's her?! The figure turned out to be the third princess, Chen Ruoyan. She had trailed Liu Wuxie into the Western Breeze Mountain Range and was now under attack from over a thousand bat demonic beasts, leaving her utterly drained. The bat demonic beasts were tough to deal with, and Liu Wuxie could only maintain his ground by relying on his movement technique and true essence. However, he was unable to eliminate all the bat demonic beasts. Chen Ruoyan wasn't weak and could gain the upper hand against ordinary opponents. But when confronted with the peculiar bat demonic beasts, she found herself at a disadvantage. As she swung her sword, her clothes were torn in several places, revealing her skin. If this continued, Chen Ruoyan would be exhausted to death because she didn't have a true essence comparable to Liu Wuxie. Wei Dong's group of eight had faced over a thousand bats and sacrificed three to make it out barely alive. Their third junior brother would have died if it wasn't for Liu Wuxie. The situation was perilous, but Liu Wuxie stood with his feet rooted to the ground. He was hesitating if he should help. After all, they were merely strangers who had met by chance, with no deep ties binding them. But Liu Wuxie couldn't possibly watch her die before him. The third princess wasn't a bad person; she even risked her life to avenge the innocent. But just as he was about to act, several large bats swooped down from the sky, seizing Chen Ruoyan by her arms. This caused Chen Ruoyan's sword to fall to the ground as she was paralyzed by the poison. "Insolent beasts! How dare you lay your hands on a princess! Chen Ruoyan struggled in vain as over a thousand bat demonic beasts seized her and took flight. This development caused Liu Wuxie to reconsider his initial plan, suppressing his instinct to intervene. This was an opportunity he couldn't pass up. I should trail them and see where they're taking her. I can only hope the third princess can endure a bit longer. If Chen Ruoyan knew that Liu Wuxie wasn't coming to her aid, she would likely be furious. However, Liu Wuxie didn't have any better alternatives. If he wanted to uncover the mastermind behind this, he needed bait, and Chen Ruoyan fit the bill perfectly. Given that the bat demonic beasts hadn't killed her outright, it was clear they wanted her alive. So, Liu Wuxie discreetly followed from behind, ready to intervene if her life was in imminent danger. With his ability, it wasn't an issue for him to save Chen Ruoyan. This confidence allowed him to let the bat demonic beasts carry Chen Ruoyan away. Roughly an hour later, a vast valley appeared. The valley was enormous, teeming with bats fluttering about. The sight sent a shiver down Liu Wuxie's spine, briefly entertaining the idea of retreating before dismissing it.
