A Yi's pouncing attack came with terrifying speed. By the time Asano Ryo heard the warning and stopped to defend herself, the roaring wind above her head was already within arm's reach. She saw an ugly face and cold amber vertical pupils.
The enemy clearly understood her strength and had deliberately targeted the weakest member of the team with a sneak attack, hoping to severely injure or kill her in one strike and reduce their numbers.
Too late. Asano Ryo's heart sank. Whether she dodged or used Frost Descends, there was no longer enough time.
When an eagle swooped down on its prey, everything was within its sight. No matter which direction the prey dodged, it could not escape those sharp talons.
She clenched her silver teeth, her brows rising sharply. Her knees sank as her right hand gripped the hilt of the Ice Soul Blade, her smooth, shapely calves tensing.
This was the opening stance of an iaijutsu draw.
Though trapped in danger, Asano Ryo still actively sought to counter the enemy.
Then, she saw a terrifying phantom clad in red bridal robes appear behind A Yi, pressing tightly against his back.
A Yi's body immediately stiffened slightly, and his wings stopped beating. Carried by inertia, he crashed diagonally toward Asano Ryo.
It's Yuanshi Tianzun. He came to save me... Asano Ryo's heart leaped with joy. Seizing the opportunity, she decisively drew the sharp blade from its sheath.
Draw Slash!
Clang!
A perfect arc flashed past. Sparks burst from A Yi's chest, his armor shattered, and dark green fluid seeped out before being instantly covered in frost.
Ahead, Zhang Yuanqing came to an abrupt stop and turned around. Holding the Bloodthirsty Blade, he entered Night Roaming and rushed toward A Yi, who was falling like a crashing aircraft.
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