Fighting an experienced veteran like Commander Zuo, Fu Qingfeng still dared to let her attention wander. She was, after all, still young.
Seizing the moment when Fu Qingfeng was distracted, Commander Zuo suddenly sent a flash of silver streaking through the air. A long whip lashed out with a sharp crack, its overlapping shadows sweeping straight toward the sword in Fu Qingfeng's hand.
"Clang~~"
In an instant, the sword was swept from Fu Qingfeng's grasp.
Without hesitation, Commander Zuo pressed his advantage. The blade of the long-handled saber in his hands flashed wildly as he swung it at Fu Qingfeng without mercy.
"Miss Qingfeng~~" N
It had all happened too suddenly. The righteous fighters could only watch helplessly as Fu Qingfeng was left exposed beneath Commander Zuo's blade. They had no time to save her.
Just as Fu Qingfeng was about to be cleaved in two, a figure abruptly appeared beside her. One arm wrapped around her slender waist while two fingers of the other hand clamped firmly onto the blade.
"Clang~~"
The clash of metal rang out through the noisy hall. Everyone turned toward the sound, stunned by the sight before them.
The soldiers were both shocked and afraid. They knew how strong Commander Zuo was, yet his full-force strike had been stopped effortlessly between someone's fingers. How could that not frighten them?
Fu Qingfeng's side, meanwhile, was filled with surprise and delight. They had thought all was lost, but an expert had appeared out of nowhere and turned the tables in an instant. They were astonished that Hao Shuai, who looked so fair and unremarkable, was actually this powerful.
"Miss Qingfeng, I'm sorry I'm late. Are you hurt?" The newcomer looked tenderly at Fu Qingfeng in his arms, his face full of regret.
It was Hao Shuai, who