Chapter 935 - 422: The Aftermath Unveiled, Flawless Execution, Golden Promotion, Status Elevated!

Chapter 935: Chapter 422: The Aftermath Unveiled, Flawless Execution, Golden Promotion, Status Elevated!

Secretly observing Li Xian, but not daring to meet his eye. When Li Xian glanced over, his eyes carried a subtle smile, making Zhang Qiusheng shiver. Zhang Qiusheng thought, "Although the ship is destroyed, if we follow the plan, we never made a move against him from start to finish. Although I don’t know why he was saved, he might not know of our secret plan. If I show anything unusual now, it would be bad." He forced a smile, stepped forward, and asked with concern, "Brother Li, are you alright?"

Li Xian said, "Almost had trouble. Did Brother Zhang bring people to rescue me specifically?"

Zhang Qiusheng nodded awkwardly. Li Xian cupped his hands and said, "I hereby thank you, Brother Zhang! If it weren’t for your rescue, my life would have been lost here. This kindness will surely be repaid in the future. Brother Zhang, rest assured!"

Upon hearing "this kindness will surely be repaid", Zhang Qiusheng felt a chill throughout his body. He was also suffering from a serious illness, his legs weak, barely managing not to collapse. Hearing Li Xian’s sincere and warm tone, seemingly without malice, his thoughts were in turmoil, not knowing how to respond.

Zhang Qiusheng cautiously asked, "Where are Hong Dexin and Wang Jue? Didn’t they accompany you?"

All the soldiers looked over, showing concern. Li Xian sighed and said, "These two... are truly outstanding heroes!"

Zhang Qiusheng was utterly confused. Li Xian continued, "Today, I suppose everyone saw what happened. The Tiger Python ship is destroyed! But as for how it broke down, you all might not know; there are twists and turns within."

Zhang Qiusheng felt a tightening in his heart, wiping away the cold sweat. Li Xian smiled and asked, "Brother Zhang? What’s the matter, are you feeling unwell?" Zhang Qiusheng awkwardly said, "My illness isn’t cured yet, my body feels weak."

Li Xian said, "I am quite good at medicine, I should have examined you earlier. Unfortunately, Brother Zhang has always doubted my medical skills. Oh well, as a martial artist, Brother Zhang probably doesn’t mind minor ailments. Let’s get back to the main point."

"I was returning by boat with Brother Wang Jue and Brother Hong Dexin today, while Brother Zhang Qiusheng missed it due to illness. During the journey, everything was quiet. But having nothing to do, while patrolling the cabin, I suddenly heard a strange noise."

"So I quietly followed and saw three fierce bandits, who had somehow hidden in the cabin. These three bandits had broken free from their shackles and were quite strong, all possessing cultivation of the Martial Arts Second Realm. Facing the bandits, I didn’t think much about the difference in strength or manpower and started combat."

"The sound of fighting drew Wang Jue and Hong Dexin to assist. They immediately drew their swords to help. The three of us fought with the three enemies fiercely, experts exchanging blows with no room for relaxation; every move was lethal. Though our numbers matched the enemies’, their three were of the Second Realm and our strength was weaker, requiring absolute focus with no distraction. Thus, I couldn’t call for aid from the soldiers. The cabin was narrow; even with many people, it was hard to utilize any advantage, calling them was useless."

"During the fight, Wang Jue and Hong Dexin were injured in succession, and their injuries were severe. The other two bandits began to free up their strength, joining forces against me. I could only barely hold up."

"At this moment, Wang Jue shouted, ’Brother Li, these bandits are fierce. If they escape, they will harm Jade City’s people again in the future. This must never be allowed; we need to find a way to stop them.’ The bandit replied, ’Hehehe, upon leaving the city, I will defile your wife and daughter, making you watch from the Underworld.’ In desperation, I had a risky plan, saying, ’Brothers, I have a way to make these bandits die here, but it might involve the brothers on the ship.’ Hong Dexin shouted, ’What is this talk of involving others? Moreover, if these bandits escape, will the brothers on this ship be able to survive without being slaughtered? Brother Li, quickly tell us.’"

As Li Xian spoke vividly, it seemed the dangerous situation was unfolding right before their eyes. He continued, "At the time, I said, ’Let’s work together to hit the ship’s keel, breaking the ship apart. In doing so, we in the Martial Arts Second Realm will surely perish, but if the brothers are lucky, they might retain a thread of life.’ Wang Jue and Hong Dexin both said, ’We have no choice!’ The three of us then devised to destroy the ship. Ultimately the ship was ruined, and I with the three bandits, all in the Second Realm, suddenly sank into the lake, knowing there was no survival. Hong Dexin and Wang Jue were heavily injured, struck by several enemy palms, and then fell into water, likely unable to survive."

At this point, everyone fell silent. Zhang Qiusheng’s hair stood on end as he retreated step-by-step, belated fear spreading in his heart. He thought, "No... it’s wrong... what bandits are there, and Hong Dexin and Wang Jue are definitely not such figures. He must be lying, but it coincides perfectly with our plan."

Li Xian laughed and said, "As it turns out, being rescued was also a coincidence. If Brother Zhang hadn’t suddenly appeared, I would have died too. Did Brother Zhang come here because of tracking three bandits?"

Zhang Qiusheng said, "Yes... no, not... ah! Yes... that’s right!" Knowing that admitting it would leave Li Xian’s lie flawless, Lei Chong, Zhang Qiusheng, Wang Jue, Hong Dexin’s plans seemed to fulfill Li Xian. But if he said not, given this situation, the arrow was shot, the water spilled, how could it be taken back?

Li Xian expressed gratitude, "Thanks for saving my life!" Zhang Qiusheng said, "No... it’s nothing!" Dumbfounded like wood.

Li Xian said, "Brother Zhang has not yet recovered and is tired from coming out to the lake. Since I have returned, let me undertake the search and rescue. Brother Zhang, please rest nearby."

Unable to refuse, Zhang Qiusheng had to comply. Li Xian searched along the lake and rescued all he could, while others perished into the belly of fish or sunk into the lake. Li Xian gave an order for the ship to head towards Yuanbao Square.

On the way, Li Xian shouted, "Brother Zhang, please write a report about the situation to General Lei and General Xu." Zhang Qiusheng said, "Okay... alright." Following instructions, Li Xian guided him, instructing Zhang Qiusheng to only write about the death of the Gold Appraisal Guard, not specifying whose death.