freenovelworld Chapter 337: Am I destined to die here?
Chapter 337: Am I destined to die here?
The door was suddenly pushed open, and sunlight instantly streamed into the dark room, revealing the figures of the bandits in the doorway.
"Here it is!" a bandit shouted excitedly.
Fang Xiaoxiao and Hua Ruyan's hearts sank to the bottom instantly, enveloped by the fear of death.
Upon seeing Fang Xiaoxiao and her companion, the bandit's lecherous eyes lit up instantly, a nauseating smile spreading across his face as he eagerly pounced on them.
Fang Xiaoxiao quickly glanced around and realized that it wasn't the Flower Monk who had arrived, but only two bandits. She made a silent assessment, a resolute glint in her eyes.
"Ruyan, don't be afraid. We can handle these two guys!" Fang Xiaoxiao lowered her voice, her tone firm and powerful.
Hua Ruyan bit her lip tightly, nodded forcefully, and unconsciously clenched her fists, a hint of determination showing through her fear.
Just as the bandits approached menacingly, thinking they could easily succeed, Fang Xiaoxiao flashed forward like a nimble leopard.
She skillfully dodged the bandits' dirty hands, and then delivered a swift spinning kick, slamming one of the bandits hard into the stomach.
Caught off guard, the bandit felt a sharp pain in his abdomen, and bent over like a boiled shrimp, groaning in agony.
Seeing this, Hua Ruyan's courage increased greatly.
With lightning speed, she grabbed a thick wooden stick from the side and smashed it down on the head of another bandit with all her might.
With a muffled thud, the bandit's head was struck hard, causing him to see stars, stagger, and sway as he tried to maintain his balance.
Taking advantage of the opportunity, Fang Xiaoxiao snatched the dagger from the waist of the bandit who had been kicked down and stabbed it into his chest without hesitation.
The sharp dagger pierced Fang Xiaoxiao's chest in an instant, and blood gushed out like a fountain, splattering all over her face. The bandit's smile froze instantly, his eyes filled with disbelief and fear, before he collapsed heavily to the ground.
Just as the other bandit recovered from his dizziness and was about to struggle to his feet to fight back, Hua Ruyan raised her wooden stick high again, and with a heart full of anger and fear, she smashed it down on his head with all her might.
This time, the wooden stick struck the head with an even duller sound. The bandit only had time to let out a short scream before his eyes rolled back and he passed out.
Fang Xiaoxiao and Hua Ruyan stood there, panting heavily, their chests heaving violently.
Their gazes fell on the two corpses on the ground, their hearts filled with complex emotions, a mixture of lingering fear from the fierce struggle and a sense of relief at their successful resistance.
"Let's leave quickly, we can't stay here any longer." Fang Xiaoxiao was the first to snap out of her daze, grabbed Hua Ruyan's hand, and hurriedly ran outside.
However, fate seemed determined not to let them off so easily. They hadn't run far when they heard shouts from even more bandits behind them.
"There's blood here, they must be nearby!"
Fang Xiaoxiao and Hua Ruyan's faces turned deathly pale instantly, and their hearts clenched.
They dared not look back, their steps quickening as they ran desperately through the winding, narrow streets.
Every breath felt so heavy, every step filled with endless fear.
But the shouts of the bandits behind them followed like shadows, growing ever closer, like a merciless net tightening little by little, dragging them once again into endless darkness...
Fang Xiaoxiao and Hua Ruyan were surrounded by bandits. The surrounding area consisted of dilapidated houses and narrow streets, and the moss on the walls looked sinister and terrifying in the shadows.
The bandits'狰狞 faces looked like demons from hell. They laughed wildly, and the weapons in their hands reflected a chilling light in the dim sunlight.
Fang Xiaoxiao and Hua Ruyan stood back to back, their rapid breathing unusually clear in the silence. Their clothes were soaked with sweat, and their eyes were filled with despair and fear.
"Am I going to die here today?" Hua Ruyan's voice trembled, filled with deep despair.
Fang Xiaoxiao gritted her teeth, trying to find a glimmer of hope in this desperate situation, but the current situation made her feel utterly powerless.
Just as their hearts sank into an endless abyss and they were about to give up hope, suddenly, the rapid sound of hooves and orderly footsteps broke the suffocating atmosphere.
Fang Xiaoxiao and Hua Ruyan suddenly looked up and saw a group of people dressed in military uniforms appear at the end of the street. Sunlight shone on their armor, reflecting a dazzling light, as if they were saviors descending from the sky.
The general leading the troops stood tall and straight, with sharp eyebrows and bright eyes; his gaze revealed determination and courage. Seeing Fang Xiaoxiao and Hua Ruyan's predicament, he waved his hand without hesitation and shouted, "Charge!"
The voice was as loud as a bell, instantly igniting a spark of hope.
Fang Xiaoxiao and Hua Ruyan's eyes lit up instantly, their previously dull gazes now filled with surprise and anticipation.
"We're saved!" Hua Ruyan was so excited she almost cried, her body trembling slightly from the overwhelming excitement.
Fang Xiaoxiao gripped Hua Ruyan's hand tightly, her nails almost digging into the other's flesh. Her voice was hoarse with excitement: "Yes, we're saved!"
The soldiers surged towards the bandits like a raging torrent. Dust kicked up by their horses filled the air, forming a hazy yellow mist. Their battle cries were deafening, as if tearing the oppressive sky apart.
The general charged ahead, his spear gleaming like a silver dragon emerging from the sea, blood splattering wherever its tip touched. His face was taut, his eyes filled with rage at the bandits and unwavering commitment to justice.
The other officers and soldiers also fought bravely, their figures weaving through the narrow streets and alleys, engaging in fierce battles with the bandits. The sounds of clashing metal, shouts, and screams mingled together, creating a symphony of death and hope.
Fang Xiaoxiao and Hua Ruyan watched all this with bated breath. Their hearts beat in rhythm with the battle, and each victory of the officers and soldiers filled them with joy and hope.
Finally, under the fierce attack of the government troops, the bandits began to collapse. They abandoned their armor and weapons and fled in all directions, their once arrogant demeanor vanishing without a trace.
The general led his officers and soldiers to Fang Xiaoxiao and Hua Ruyan. His face was covered in sweat and blood, but he still showed a relieved smile.
"Ladies, you've been frightened." His voice was deep and gentle.
Fang Xiaoxiao and Hua Ruyan looked at the officers and soldiers in front of them, their eyes glistening with tears of gratitude, as if they had seen the most brilliant dawn in the darkness.
Fang Xiaoxiao was finally rescued and followed the leader of the troops to a dilapidated temple. This dilapidated temple was hidden in the mountains and forests, surrounded by weeds, and its walls were mottled, as if it had been eroded by countless winds and rains.