The metal Treasure Chest hit the ground. Inside the tunnel, which was about seven meters wide, Vanessa and the others began moving toward one wall. A few seconds later, they stood in a row with their backs against it, displaying remarkable coordination.
They did this to make Su Xiao and Catwoman turn against each other and fight, giving them a chance to escape—and perhaps even steal that metal Treasure Chest. That would have been perfect. No, the truly perfect outcome would be for both sides to fight to the death, allowing them to loot the spoils afterward: the Treasure Chest dropped by Catwoman, an extremely high-quality Crimson Card, and the metal Treasure Chest.
Ever since Su Xiao jumped into the tunnel, Catwoman Neferpitou's gaze had remained fixed on him.
"Who are you?"
The muscles in Catwoman's legs rapidly bulged, becoming thick and knotted.
"..."
Su Xiao said nothing. He merely tossed the Extinguishing Monarch from his back to A'Mu, then drew Dragon Slayer Flash from its sheath.
Clang.
Dragon Slayer Flash slid free. Su Xiao held the long blade angled toward the ground and approached Catwoman at an unhurried pace.
"I'm in a bit of a hurry, so I'll use two strikes."
As soon as Su Xiao finished speaking, a loud crash came from ahead. Catwoman had pounced.
Catwoman stretched both arms out to her sides, her fingertips unnaturally sharp. Like a Wildcat pouncing on its prey, she was agile and nimble.
Su Xiao sped up. Then he suddenly vanished from where he stood. Seeing this, three of the contractors grew excited.
"This might be an opportunity..."
Clang, clang, clang...
Crisp slashing sounds rang out—slashes so fast that the eye could not follow them.
Two sharp claws flew into the air. Catwoman leaped backward and landed in a half-crouch, the