Chapter 312: Chapter 312: Simply Want to Snatch by Force _1
Liu Laoqi’s face broke into a wild grin as he snapped his fingers, and the figures of several people suddenly appeared around them.
These people were all familiar faces: Wang Qing from Tianshan Sect, Zhang Changyang from Xuanyang Sect, and Li Hua from Sheshan Sect who had just traded with Ye Ming.
They immediately surrounded Ye Ming and Lin Mengdie, preventing the two from escaping.
A murderous aura spread around, tightly enveloping the two of them.
Ye Ming smiled indifferently, showing not a trace of fear, and said, "So you’re interested in playing the game of murder for loot, why take such a roundabout approach?"
Beginning to warm up his fists and feet, Liu Laoqi said cockily, "Ye Ming, to tell you the truth, we’re all eyeing the treasures you’ve got! Hand them over nicely, and we guarantee you won’t be harmed."
Ye Ming stood calmly in his spot, ready to respond.
He had anticipated such a scenario before his arrival and was not surprised.
On the other hand, Lin Mengdie seemed very angry, pointing at Liu Laoqi and scolding, "You shameless fellow, I knew you were no good from the start, but I didn’t think you’d be so black-hearted!"
Lin Mengdie had already spotted the flaw earlier, though it was merely a speculation, and she hadn’t expected these people to actually dare to commit the deed.
She said, "Honest men come by their wealth honorably. What sort of heroes are you to seize it by such means?"
Zhang Changyang chuckled lewdly, his gaze lingering on Lin Mengdie, and said, "Miss Lin, don’t be angry. We’re only targeting Ye Ming and won’t hurt you. If you’re interested in Ye Ming’s treasures too, why not help us deal with Ye Ming? We’ll share some with you afterward."
Liu Laoqi, who apparently had no love for beauties, retorted bluntly, "Share what? We’ve got enough people already. Why bring another woman into this?"
Wang Qing agreed wholeheartedly, saying, "Women are nothing but trouble. We might as well take care of her too and be done with it, to avoid any long nights filled with dreams."
Seeing these uncouth fellows, Zhang Changyang was helpless.
To think they actually wanted to kill such a beauty laid out before their eyes? That would be preposterous!
Zhang Changyang stepped forward with a grin, saying, "Miss Lin, don’t be afraid. They are barbaric men who know nothing of cherishing a gem. I, on the other hand, quite like you. If you agree to follow me, I can ensure you won’t suffer any harm!"
"Moreover, I’m willing to give you my share of the loot directly. How does that sound?"
As he spoke, Zhang Changyang couldn’t help but drool, his excitement growing.
Although he was the mastermind behind this assassination, he wasn’t too interested in the treasures Ye Ming possessed; his goal was merely to get rid of Ye Ming. If he could also get his hands on Lin Mengdie in the process, that would be icing on the cake.
Gazing at Lin Mengdie’s graceful figure, Zhang Changyang started to fantasize.
"You filthy scoundrel!" Lin Mengdie cursed without restraint, "You people are actually engaging in such banditry in broad daylight, it’s disgraceful, a disgrace to the world of martial arts!"
Zhang Changyang replied with an indifferent expression, "Miss Lin, your insults are a bit off the mark. Our world has always operated on the principle of the survival of the fittest, and that rule hasn’t changed since ancient times."
"Besides, it’s his own fault for flaunting those treasures around. Showing them off means we have to seize them. And even if we didn’t take them, others would jump at the chance."
Seeing Zhang Changyang reasoned with a woman at this critical moment, the rest grew impatient and said in unison, "Zhang Changyang, now’s not the time for nonsense. It won’t be good if others discover us!"
"Let’s take action quickly, kill him, take the items—that’s the most important thing. We can talk about right and wrong any other time!"
"I, Liu Laoqi, have reserved the Body Tempering Elixir. I don’t want anything else!"
"I, Wang Qing, will take the Spirit Spring Water, and I can’t be bothered with the rest."
Everyone had their say, and unbelievably, they had already discussed how to divide the spoils before even initiating the fight.
It had to be said that they indeed possessed the potential to be bandits.
Zhang Changyang then declared, "I won’t compete with you for those treasures on him, but don’t you dare fight me for this woman. She’s mine!"
"From the looks of her delicate skin, she must smell good. I need to enjoy her thoroughly."
Zhang Changyang’s lecherous expression made Lin Mengdie’s skin crawl with disgust, "Disgusting, you filthy hooligan!"
Ye Ming shielded Lin Mengdie behind him and coldly addressed the people in front, saying, "Before you discuss dividing the spoils, shouldn’t you deal with me first?"
"Fine, since you’re so eager to die, we’ll grant your wish!" Zhang Changyang could hardly contain himself. He was desperate to kill Ye Ming and just as desperate to get his hands on Lin Mengdie.
With a roar of fury, he was the first to charge at Ye Ming, unleashing the unique skills of the Xuanyang Sect.
Liu Laoqi of the Iron Fist Sect also shouted loudly, swinging his arms towards Ye Ming.
He had developed a pair of iron fists, incredibly hard, beyond comparison with steel. His fists were aimed at Ye Ming’s face without any hint of mercy, intent on killing him.
Li Hua of the Sheshan Sect unsheathed his long sword and swung at Ye Ming.
The only one who didn’t rush forward was Wang Qing of the Tianshan Sect. He simply pulled out two charms, ready to find an opportunity to launch a sneak attack on Ye Ming.
Being from a sect that cultivated spells, he naturally wouldn’t act like these brutes.
Seeing the aggressive approach of their opponents, Lin Mengdie, somewhat worried, said, "Ye Ming, should we fight and retreat at the same time? Then, I’ll find a chance to go get help."
One against four, all of whom were martial arts experts from well-established sects, made Lin Mengdie feel very uncertain, worried that things could turn disastrous.
She was concerned for Ye Ming’s safety.
Ye Ming replied indifferently, "What you need to do is to protect yourself. Leave the rest to me."
Before his words faded, the enemy had already reached him.
Ye Ming fearlessly met them head-on.
Meanwhile, unnoticed by all, Zhang Changyang had slipped away from the crowd and stealthily changed direction.
He had simply started things off, bolstering everyone’s spirit, but he never intended to lay a hand on Ye Ming, nor did he have any such plan.
Having witnessed Ye Ming’s skills in the Falcon Squad, his incredible strength had left Zhang Changyang utterly impressed. Therefore, he didn’t want to confront Ye Ming directly. By now, he had secretly launched a sneak attack on Lin Mengdie, who was behind Ye Ming.
His eyes revealed a sleazy glance, and his mouth stretched to his ears as he muttered to himself, "Little beauty, big brother is coming for you!"
