Chapter 127: An Unromantic First Kiss

Chapter 127: An Unromantic First Kiss

When Qiu Yan regained consciousness, she snapped her eyes open, staring in astonishment at the person who had revived her.

"Whatever it is, we'll talk after this is over." Silver Dragon Fan Shuang'er’s expression was far from relaxed. She knew that her strength, combined with that of Azure Dragon Qian Feng, was absolutely no match for three top-tier experts.

Qiu Yan suddenly realized the gravity of the situation. As she stood up, a jolt of shock went through her—not only were there two enemies, but a Leopard Woman had joined their ranks. What shocked her even more was seeing Xu Yun lying motionless on the ground nearby.

"What happened to Xu Yun!?" Qiu Yan’s heart was gripped by panic; he was naturally her primary concern.

Qian Feng sneered, "Don't worry, the boss won't die that easily. He must have been caught by some trick of theirs. I, Azure Dragon, never expected to run into old acquaintances in a small place like Hedong City."

When the Flowery Monk saw Qian Feng, his certainty grew. "I never thought the Violent Fox Sovereign could find such backing. Scarface, we need to be careful; they are all from a certain Chinese military organization. They won't be easy to deal with."

"Strike first!" Scarface Clown lunged at Qiu Yan with his dual blades.

Cold light flashed in Qian Feng's eyes. In an instant, his dagger, Autumn Water, was in his hand. Without a moment's hesitation, he used a "Swallow Skimming the Water" maneuver to meet Scarface Clown’s attack. As the short blades clashed, they exchanged over a dozen moves in the blink of an eye.

"Since you want to play with daggers, how about I join you?" Qian Feng sneered. He knew Scarface Clown’s strength, but given the current situation, the other two women were not as skilled as him; he was the only one capable of holding off the clown.

"Then I’ll see what you’re capable of!" Scarface Clown retorted. He suddenly leaped into the air, driving his blade toward Qian Feng’s Baihui acupoint in a move known as "Plucking the Moon from the Ocean Floor."

Qian Feng didn't falter. He retreated a step, swung around with a "Dragon Tail Sweep" to neutralize the attack, and immediately thrust Autumn Water toward his opponent's throat. Against an opponent like this, Qian Feng held nothing back from the start.

Scarface Clown didn’t dare be careless either. Having been struck by Xu Yun’s palm earlier, his strength didn't match his resolve, and he had missed several perfect opportunities for a lethal blow due to his injury.

The two dagger masters clashed like lightning and flint, leaving no room for anyone else to intervene. After a few exchanges, Qian Feng gauged his opponent's physical state. Realizing his advantage, he pressed the attack with ease.

"Heh heh, let’s not just stand around. A new little sister has appeared; this monk is truly blessed today," the Flowery Monk said, a malicious glint in his eyes. "Since the Fox Sovereign is untouchable, you lot won't mind if I have my way with this little girl, will you?"

Fan Shuang'er was incensed. "You lecherous scoundrel! I will never forgive you!"

"I will deal with him," Qiu Yan said, her eyes gleaming with cold, murderous intent. She wouldn't let this man leave alive. Her blade, Longyuan, seemed to sense its master’s fury, letting out a sharp, resonant hum.

The Flowery Monk spun his pure steel prayer beads. "Heh heh heh, whoever it is, this monk will be sure to be gentle!"

Qiu Yan erupted in rage. Longyuan flashed like lightning, executing a "Phoenix Pecks" strike aimed directly at the monk's face. The Flowery Monk, never expecting such blistering speed, was caught off guard and could only raise his prayer beads to block.

However, the flexible Longyuan blade snaked through the gaps in the beads, still aiming for his face. Alarmed, the monk quickly twisted his beads, trapping the flexible sword within the spinning chain. Qiu Yan was forced to retract her stance.

The Leopard Woman didn’t say much. She suddenly leaped toward Fan Shuang'er, her fists transforming into claws. Her left claw struck toward Fan Shuang'er’s abdomen, while her right claw swept toward her chest—a classic Bagua pincer attack.

Fan Shuang'er practiced the Wandering Dragon Bagua Palm. With precise footwork and sharp observation, she deflected the Leopard Woman’s "Golden Leopard Hand" with ease. She then dropped her shoulders, centered her energy, and unleashed a palm strike aimed directly at the Leopard Woman’s chest.

Had the Leopard Woman not been as agile as a gale, she would have been hit. Dodging, she gathered her strength and countered with a "Golden Leopard Lifts to the Heavens." Fortunately, Fan Shuang'er moved like a dragon, her body twisting and turning, allowing her to narrowly evade the full force of the attack.

...

The six top-tier experts fought in three pairs. Each had their own style, and their internal energy was evenly matched; for a time, no one could gain the upper hand.

Perhaps due to the intensity of the moment, Qiu Yan, despite her injuries, wielded her soft sword with lethal grace, forcing the Flowery Monk into a corner with a flurry of strikes.

The Leopard Woman, meanwhile, began to find Fan Shuang'er’s fluid, ever-changing Bagua movements dizzying, narrowly avoiding critical hits several times.

The most dire situation belonged to Scarface Clown. He hadn't realized how much Xu Yun’s earlier punch had damaged him; his chest pain prevented him from channeling his energy effectively. He was frustrated to find that this young man was so skilled with a dagger, seemingly knowing the body’s acupuncture points like an expert butcher.

He didn't dare be careless, knowing one mistake could cost him his life.

After a hundred moves, both were injured. However, Qian Feng unleashed a self-created move, "Jing Ke Stabs the King of Qin," catching his opponent off guard. If Scarface Clown hadn't acted on instinct to block with his left arm, he would have been dead.

Being pushed to this point as a ninth-rank top-tier expert, he was furious. Finally, unable to resist the temptation of the Yin-Yang Pill, he swallowed the forbidden drug he had been holding.

Boom! Qian Feng’s next strike missed, but he was struck square in the chest by the clown. The force was far beyond that of a normal top-tier expert. Qian Feng was shocked—he knew the enemy had taken that substance.

The Leopard Woman and the Flowery Monk glanced over, stunned that Scarface Clown was the first to resort to the drug.

"If you don't want trouble, finish them quickly!" Scarface Clown roared. "If the three of us fail this mission, do you think there will be any place for us in the Green Ghost Sect?"

The Flowery Monk’s face twitched. He had been nearly struck by Qiu Yan several times and realized he should have ended it sooner. As he hesitated, the Leopard Woman swallowed her pill.

Fan Shuang'er felt a sense of dread.

The Flowery Monk no longer hesitated. Since they had both taken the drug, there was no point in dragging it out. But just as he pulled out his pill, Qiu Yan executed a "Light Swallow Runs Through Clouds" strike, piercing his wrist.

"Aaargh!"

The pill fell from his hand. Qiu Yan didn't give the lecherous monk a chance. With a swift turn, she drove her blade through the center of his forehead.

The scoundrel who had escaped the Dragon Fury three years ago was finally brought to justice. Qian Feng felt a surge of satisfaction, but he failed to notice the danger approaching. Under the influence of the drug, Scarface Clown was a different person. A shadow flashed behind Qian Feng, and before he could turn, he was struck in the back.

The overwhelming force shattered his internal defenses, sending him flying like a broken kite until he slammed into the ground. He realized then why the Yin-Yang Pill was so addictive despite its life-shortening effects—the instant power boost it provided was truly terrifying.

"Azure Dragon!" Fan Shuang'er cried out in shock. They had just taken down one enemy, only to lose one of their own top fighters.

"I don't think you have the time to worry about others," the Leopard Woman’s icy voice whispered in her ear.

Fan Shuang'er was horrified, but it was too late. The Leopard Woman unleashed a series of three punches with full force. Fan Shuang'er blocked, but the "Golden Leopard Triple Cannon" sent her flying several meters, landing beside the unconscious Xu Yun. Her arms, damaged by the impact, felt as if they were shattered.

Under the influence of the forbidden drugs, the two remaining enemies were vastly more powerful than before. Qiu Yan watched, helpless to intervene.

Scarface Clown glanced coldly at the Flowery Monk’s corpse, thinking that such an arrogant man deserved to die. If he could take down the rest, it would be a great achievement before the Green Ghost.

The Leopard Woman stared at Qiu Yan, ready to strike if she made a move.

Qian Feng tried to stand but vomited blood. They were no match for these chemically-enhanced experts. If Xu Yun didn't wake up now, they were finished.

Fan Shuang'er landed just a step away from Xu Yun. She tried her best to reach out and press his philtrum, but her injured arms had no strength left.

"Hmph, trying to wake him?" The Leopard Woman sneered. "I’ll count to three. If you can't wake him, don't blame me for being ruthless."

Fan Shuang'er bit her lip until it bled, but her arms remained useless. It was impossible to wake him this way! Even though she knew a firm pinch would work, she couldn't summon the strength. The helplessness drove her to the brink of madness.

The Leopard Woman smiled; she knew they had won.

Fan Shuang'er wished someone could help her.

Qiu Yan’s heart tightened. If only she could wake Xu Yun, she would gladly give her life! She moved to rush forward, but Scarface Clown instantly blocked her path, his daggers pointed at her.

"I won't give you the chance, Fox Sovereign. You belong in the underworld; you'd be a much better fit with us than with them," he sneered.

"Two," the Leopard Woman called out.

Fan Shuang'er’s mind went blank. She suddenly realized the only way left! Before the Leopard Woman could say "three," Fan Shuang'er used the last of her strength to lunge forward, opening her mouth to bite down hard on Xu Yun’s philtrum...

As she bit down, she felt a wave of injustice wash over her—her first kiss was truly, painfully unromantic!