Chapter 512: Death List
The blind old man was at a significant disadvantage in the rugged and uneven abandoned construction site, despite relying on his hearing to determine his position. Everywhere around him were piles of stones and bricks, posing a constant threat of tripping him.
Several times, he narrowly avoided stumbling.
With a loud bang, he couldn't dodge in time and took a punch to the chest from the bronze man.
Like a falling leaf in the autumn wind, he flew out of the window.
The bronze man didn't stop for a moment, and with a leap, he also shot out of the window.
Although the old man possessed formidable skills, his agility was unexpectedly impressive.
Outside the window came several angry roars.
To Chen's three brothers, those sounds were akin to funeral bells tolling. Then, they saw the bronze man, with bloodshot eyes, carrying the lifeless body of the blind old man as he walked in.
The blind old man's head drooped, clearly lifeless.
"Spare us!"
"Please spare us, we'll do anything!"
"We can betray the Chen family and pledge allegiance to the Lu family!"
As the bronze man approached, the eldest brother Chen spoke in a terrified voice.
"It's so easy for you to betray? What use do I have for you?" The bronze man tossed the blind man's corpse aside and prepared to kill Chen's three brothers.
At that moment, a sudden sense of danger surged within him.
"Who?!"
He turned abruptly.
Behind him, at the window, stood a cloaked figure. Completely shrouded in black robes, with eyes like phantoms.
Sensing an unprecedented threat, the bronze man immediately went on high alert.
"So, the Lu family couldn't resist taking action in the end?"
"It seems my inference was correct. They may appear low-key on the surface, but they are the ones pulling the strings behind the scenes."
The bronze man hesitated for a moment and whispered, "It's you!"
"That night, the one who sneaked into the Lu family was you!"
"You're from Donghai King Island!"
The cloaked figure grinned maliciously. "We at Donghai King Island did give Lu Liang an opportunity. Originally, he was our first choice."
"Unfortunately, he didn't seize the opportunity. So, we had to find another spokesperson and trample him underfoot."
"After I kill you, that weakling should kneel before me and beg for mercy."
"Remember, my name is Night Hawk."
With a menacing smile, he lunged at the bronze man like a swift eagle.
His speed was astonishing!
The bronze man couldn't react in time!
Bang! Bang! Bang!
In the blink of an eye, Night Hawk landed seven blows on the bronze man's chest.
Each strike contained more fierce internal energy than the previous one.
Although the bronze man didn't fall to the ground, he couldn't help but retreat repeatedly, spewing blood uncontrollably.
"Though you may be impervious to blades and bullets, your organs can't withstand my attacks."
"This is the power of great strength," Night Hawk sneered.
He had already gained the upper hand.
The bronze man gritted his teeth, staring fiercely at Night Hawk.
"I've heard that people from Donghai King Island regard the tide as an enemy, which is why your internal energy is so formidable, wave after wave."
"It seems the rumors were true!"
"However, killing me won't be so easy!"
With a roar, he charged at Night Hawk like a raging bull, determined to make a final desperate struggle.
Night Hawk let out a cold snort and casually kicked the bronze man, sending him flying.
This time, the bronze man suffered severe internal injuries, spewing blood from his mouth and nose, unable to stand up again.
"Aren't you impervious to blades and bullets? Now let's see if your head can be severed," Night Hawk taunted as he picked up the steel knife that Chen's three brothers had dropped to the ground, resembling a midnight grim reaper as he approached the bronze man.
The bronze man's aura was shattered.
With a single stroke, it was easy to envision his head effortlessly landing on the ground.
"Night Hawk, it turns out we are on the same side!"
"Kill him!"
"We've heard of Donghai King Island, and from now on, we're willing to follow Night Hawk!" Chen's three brothers exclaimed excitedly.
In an instant, the bronze man's head fell to the ground.
Meanwhile, in the courtyard outside, a sigh could be heard.
"Donghai King Island, you control six coastal provinces. Aren't you satisfied?"
"Why do you have to meddle in the affairs of the south?"
Speaking, the person couldn't help but cough a few times.
Night Hawk turned his head in shock and saw a slender young man in white clothes approaching under the moonlight.
His gaze remained calm, even carrying a hint of gentle smile.
"Lü Liang?"
"What are youdoing here?!" Night Hawk's pupils contracted.
Before him stood Lü Liang, clearly a weak young gentleman. However, he exuded a threatening aura that made Night Hawk feel uneasy.
For some reason, Night Hawk felt as if he was facing a fierce and primitive beast.
This unprecedented feeling of dread filled him with immense fear.
"I told you, Donghai King Island shouldn't interfere in the affairs of the south."
"Now that you're here, I, on behalf of Qin Tian, will kill you."
Lü Liang's voice remained gentle, and a smile lingered on his face.
But Night Hawk was alarmed to discover that as Lü Liang approached, his figure gradually grew taller.
Was it an illusion?
How was this possible!
"So, you're the hidden high-level cultivator... What technique is this?!" Night Hawk was filled with terror. As Lü Liang continued to approach, his body seemed to expand, towering over him like a giant.
Night Hawk's eyes widened in disbelief.
Before him was an enormous figure, like a giant.
The gentle expression in Lü Liang's eyes finally vanished, replaced by unparalleled cruelty.
It was as if the monstrous beast within him had awakened.
He clenched his fist.
And unleashed a devastating blow.
A simple strike.
But it was enough.
With a loud crash, Night Hawk was sent flying and crashed into a wall, leaving a gaping hole.
This scene left Chen's three brothers wide-eyed with shock.
They couldn't utter a single word as they stared at the inexplicably eerie Lü Liang.
At that moment, two black-clothed individuals silently entered the room.
In their hands, they carried the heavily injured but still breathing Night Hawk.
"Master, he tried to escape but we caught him."
"Please give your command."
Lü Liang said calmly, "Kill him."
"Yes!"
The black-clothed individuals, like emotionless killing machines, drew their blades and slit Night Hawk's throat.
"And kill them too."
Lü Liang smiled at Chen's three brothers. By now, his expanded body had returned to its original size, and he appeared once again as a weak young gentleman.
However, due to his intense cultivation, his complexion seemed somewhat pale.
Seeing him, one couldn't help but feel an overwhelming desire to protect him.
"Spare us-"
Chen's three brothers hurriedly begged for mercy, but before they could finish their sentence, the black-clothed individuals rushed forward and claimed their lives.
"Thank you, Master, for saving our lives!"
"It was my carelessness."
"So, Master, you had planned everything in advance!" The bronze man knelt before Lü Liang.
Lü Liang smiled and said, "You're injured. Take some time to recuperate."
"From now on, leave it to Shen Feng and the others."
One of the black-clothed individuals named Shen Feng immediately spoke in a deep voice, "Please give us the list of those to be eliminated. We will not fail your orders!"
Lü Liang smiled and looked up at the night sky.
The distant night sky was obscured by dark clouds, and the whole sky appeared even darker.
Murmuring to himself, he said, "Qin Tian, the great demon lord, wants to bathe the southern martial world in blood for his own selfish interests. This time, I'm afraid many lives will be lost..."