Chapter 618: The Peasant Girl’s Splendid Manor
Chapter 618: The Might of the Scarlet Python (3)
Xiao Ruiyuan halted, his sharp eyes vigilant as he looked ahead, his right hand gripping the sword at his waist. The hidden guards had already drawn their blades, ready to strike at the enemy's necks, staining them with the most brilliant and malevolent color in the world.
The surroundings were eerily quiet, not even the sound of the wind could be heard. The pitch-black night was like a beast's open maw, greedily trying to swallow all the prey that ventured in.
As the unknown danger approached, Mo Yan felt a nervous tension and clenched her hands, not daring to make a sound. The golden beast beneath her sensed her unease, its large head turning to nuzzle her leg, as if to comfort her.
Unlike Xiao Hua, who loved to play tricks, Mao Tuan, who was clingy, or Da Bai, who was aloof, the golden beast wasn't playful or particularly affectionate. At first, Mo Yan thought its personality was like Xiao Ruiyuan's, seeming very cold. But she later realized it wasn't cold; it was simple-minded, much like Tie Tou! This rare display of thoughtfulness instantly dispelled Mo Yan's anxiety, and she happily stroked the golden beast's somewhat coarse fur.
The golden beast seemed a bit shy, its disproportionately small ears twitching, but it didn't turn its head away.
Soon, the sound of thundering hooves could be heard from not far away. Within a few breaths, over a hundred mounted bandits appeared in view.
Seeing the bandits blocking the road, Xiao Ruiyuan couldn't determine if they were hired to intercept them or if they mistook them for wealthy targets. If it was the latter, it would be easier to deal with; if the former, it would likely mean trouble.
Suppressing his growing impatience, Xiao Ruiyuan coldly asked, "Why are you blocking the road?"
"Why? Hahaha—" The bearded leader laughed as if he'd heard a great joke, looking at Xiao Ruiyuan like he was an idiot. "We're bandits, here for your money! If you're smart, surrender. Once we get the ransom, we'll let you go. Otherwise, don't blame us for being rude!"
His tone turned menacing at the end.
Xiao Ruiyuan's expression cooled. He spoke evenly, "We urgently need to return to the capital. You seek wealth, not trouble. Let us pass, and we will reward you handsomely another day."
On any other day, he would have already cut down these bandits to rid the world of such scum. But tonight, he couldn't afford to be delayed.
"Handsome reward?" The bearded man snorted disdainfully. "Do you think we're fools? I'll count to three. If you don't come over yourself, don't blame us if you get hurt! One—two—" He began to count.
Seeing this, a heavy killing intent flashed in Xiao Ruiyuan's eyes. He was about to command the hidden guards to attack when a terrified scream pierced the night: "Ah—snake—there's a snake!"
Before the bearded leader could react, more screams followed, and bandits began falling from their horses as if they were dumplings, all bitten by venomous snakes.
Hiss—
The snakes, as if coordinated, emitted a loud hissing sound and launched an attack on the bandits who couldn't react in time.
In an instant, over a hundred bandits, including the bearded leader, were struck by snake venom. They writhed on the ground, emitting piercing, chilling screams.
Seeing the ground covered in writhing snakes, even Xiao Ruiyuan and the hidden guards, who were accustomed to bloody scenes, felt a chill run down their spines. They kept a wary eye on their feet, fearing a misstep that would lead to a snake bite.
Strangely, the snakes seemed to ignore them, focusing only on the bandits, biting anyone they disliked. Soon, the bandits lay on the ground, barely making any sound, their lives fading.
Mo Yan, who had always had an aversion to snakes, felt her stomach churn at the sight of so many, even if she couldn't see their details clearly. She slapped away the scarlet python that had come over to show off, and leaned over the golden beast, vomiting violently.
Seeing this, Xiao Ruiyuan immediately lifted her onto his horse, shielding her with his arms. He instructed the hidden guards, "Avoid the snake swarm, move quickly!"
With that, he spurred his horse, swiftly cutting through the grass and leading the way. The golden beast quickly followed.
The hidden guards, seeing this, urged their horses around the snake swarm, swiftly following.
The scarlet python, feeling rejected, looked pitifully at its partner Xiao Hua, only to receive a gloating look. Angrily, it slammed its thick tail against the ground.
The snakes summoned by the scarlet python quickly slithered off the bandits, trembling in fear, not wanting to be smashed into pieces by their angry leader.
When the scar-faced man and his followers caught up, hoping to claim some spoils, they were greeted by the sight of the bearded leader and his men lying lifeless on the ground, unsure of whether they were dead or alive. His face darkened.
He wanted to continue the pursuit, even if it meant chasing them to the gates of the capital, but despaired as they found their way blocked by another wave of snakes...
Mo Yan, curled up in Xiao Ruiyuan's arms, finally felt better after emptying her stomach. It dawned on her how intimate their position was!
Alright, though his embrace was hard and not soft, it felt very safe! She was just an ordinary woman, longing for the security that comes from someone she liked, but... this wasn't the right time or place!
She couldn't ignore the fifty hidden guards around them or pretend they were blind. And then there were the five beasts! She could almost imagine Xiao Hua's teasing cries in the future, mocking her for once making fun of Xiao Hua's clumsy attempts to court Da Bai.
Truly, one reaps what they sow!
Mo Yan looked longingly at the golden beast running alongside them, thinking there might still be a chance to salvage the situation if she moved now!
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