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Chapter 347: The Name of the Phantom
Chapter 347: The Name of the Phantom
As night fell, several figures stealthily approached the Shi family's main gate.
Everyone knew that there was an ambush outside the Shi family's gate, but these individuals had compelling reasons to risk their lives for the person in charge.
However, these guys were ordinary NPCs with mediocre martial arts skills, and their youth and undeveloped bodies made their rescue attempt more like a suicide mission than a heroic endeavor.
Just as they reached the person in charge, before they could untie his bonds, a large group of soldiers holding torches rushed forward and surrounded them.
Seeing this, the figures trembled, but they clung tightly to the injured man.
One of them accidentally touched the wound on the man's body, causing him to wake up from his daze in pain.
Upon regaining consciousness, the man looked at the tense and anxious faces of the youths before him, and his expression immediately cleared.
"Who told you to come here? Couldn't you see it was an obvious trap?" he asked weakly, his voice filled with anger and sternness, like a father scolding a misbehaving child.
"Uncle Zhang, we can't let you die. You haven't taken us to the stronghold yet," one of the youths replied.
"Yeah, Uncle Zhang, you promised to take us to the stronghold, buy us a big house, and find us wives," added another.
The first two managed to respond with a forced laugh, but the last youth, after holding back his tears for a moment, finally burst into sobs.
"Waa... I don't want you to die... I don't want to die..." he cried.
In the flickering firelight, the faces of the youths were clearly visible. They were all around eleven or twelve years old, originally beggars from Qiangyin County, and had been saved by the man in charge, who had given them food and hope.
From the day they were taken away by Uncle Zhang, they had gained a relative and a home they had never known.
They desperately wanted to visit the stronghold, which Uncle Zhang described as a paradise, and although they knew they might not make it there today, these children still came.
Looking at the youths before him, Uncle Zhang felt a mix of anger, helplessness, and a warm feeling in his heart.
"What's this? Just a bunch of brats, getting my hopes up for nothing," he muttered.
A fat figure pushed through the crowd and approached the group. Seeing that the surrounded individuals were children, he sneered and waved his hand dismissively. "These kids are probably useless. Just kill them and hang their bodies next to this old man tomorrow."
At the fat man's order, the three youths turned pale with fear. The shortest one among them burst into tears, while the taller two, despite their fear, stepped forward to protect Uncle Zhang.
"Don't come any closer! We'll kill you if you do! We've learned martial arts!" they declared, trying to sound brave.
Their words elicited a round of mocking laughter. The three young boys posed no threat from any angle, but the Shi family's private army continued to advance.
Witnessing this, Uncle Zhang realized that these children would meet their end here. Despair filled his face, along with a chilling murderous intent.
"Remember this: today, you've killed one of the Yan Huang, and one day, Yan Huang will exterminate your Manchu!" he said, his voice cold and confident despite its weakness. The soldiers paused, feeling a chill at his words.
The corpulent figure across from them heard these words and sneered.
"Another day? Your pathetic stronghold will be wiped out by the Imperial Court, and you dare talk big. If you have the guts, come and eliminate us Manchus from the Shi Clan today!"
Many people were skeptical of Lu HaiKong's stronghold, and the Shi Clan was one of the leading critics. This was the reason they chose to speak up at this moment.
In their eyes, Lu HaiKong's stronghold was destined to be destroyed, so they didn't mind offending him. Moreover, they had the backing of the Zhang Clan, making them even bolder.
However, some people were not to be trifled with, and some actions would inevitably have consequences. Some may come later, but others would arrive swiftly.
"We certainly do!"
A chilling voice echoed, and a tall figure appeared before the three children and Uncle Zhang.
This person had a long, narrow face, exuding gloom and murderous intent.
The fat pig was startled by this figure but quickly regained his composure. After all, this was his territory, and he didn't believe a single person could pose a threat.
"Who are you?"
Ma Pian ignored the fat pig and waved his hand, saying indifferently, "Leave none alive!"
In the shadows, one figure after another emerged. These Phantom Guards moved with phantom-like speed, instantly slaying the private soldiers surrounding them. Then, amidst the terrified and desperate gaze of the fat pig, they advanced into the Shi Clan's stronghold, slaughtering as they went.
As the Phantom Guards killed, Ma Pian approached Uncle Zhang, untied the ropes binding him, and forced a pill into his mouth.
"You're not bad."
After saying this, Ma Pian turned and walked straight into the Shi Clan's main gate.
It seemed the Phantom Guards had kept too low a profile. Today, they were out to kill.
Ma Pian's arrival wasn't a coincidence; the intelligence network had been in contact with the Phantom Guards. As soon as Uncle Zhang was captured, they reached out to them.
Ma Pian had been busy at the time, so it took a day's delay until he arrived today and, seeing the situation, made a swift decision to kill.
The three children watched Ma Pian's departing figure, their eyes filled with admiration.
"Uncle Zhang, who are they? Are they also from our stronghold? They're so powerful and awe-inspiring, eliminating those bad guys in the blink of an eye."
Among the three children, the youngest clutched Uncle Zhang's sleeve, asking excitedly, "Who are they?"
Uncle Zhang replied proudly, "They are the Phantom Guards, the sharpest daggers in the Lord of the Stronghold's hand."
The existence of the Phantom Guards had never been concealed, but since they had never been active before, few aristocratic families knew of their existence.
After today, the name of the Phantom Guards would no longer remain dormant. It would become the nightmare of any enemy daring to oppose Lu HaiKong.
"Phantom Guards? What a formidable name! Can we become Phantom Guards too?"
"Probably not, little brother. You're so timid, and your strength is lacking. Only I and big brother can do it."
"Who says so? I want to become a Phantom Guard too!"
Uncle Zhang watched the children's playful banter, a relaxed smile on his face...
(End of Chapter)
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