124: Chapter 124 A Knee Strike

Zhang Bufan hesitated for a moment, but ultimately did not offer to help.

Although the Blue-robed youth's attack was powerful, he believed that Shi Xiaozhan should be able to withstand it, and even if he couldn't, his life wouldn't be in danger.

Clang! Clang!

The sword light struck Shi Xiaozhan's arms, sending him flying. After landing, he stumbled back several steps, his Qi and blood surged, and a little fresh blood spilled from the corner of his mouth.

Although Shi Xiaozhan was injured, there was no fear on his face; instead, he became even more excited.

“Hmm?”

The Blue-robed youth was shocked. How could a mere Kai Shan Realm Middle Stage block his attack?

“You're not bad; you should be able to give me a good fight.” Shi Xiaozhan shook his slightly numb arms, staring intently at the Blue-robed youth, like a hunter staring at his prey.

“You court death.” The Blue-robed youth snorted coldly, taking a step forward, instantly appearing before Shi Xiaozhan, and thrusting his sword, aiming directly for Shi Xiaozhan's heart.

Close-quarters combat?

Shi Xiaozhan became even more excited. He swung his fist to parry the Blue-robed youth's sword tip, then delivered a knee strike, fiercely aiming for the Blue-robed youth's crotch.

The Blue-robed youth hadn't expected Shi Xiaozhan to use such a Move. By the time he realized it, it was too late to dodge. He could only watch as Shi Xiaozhan's knee struck his crotch.

“Stop…” The Blue-robed youth's face changed drastically. He stopped mid-sentence.

He seemed to hear the sound of eggs cracking, and then an indescribable pain instantly swept through his entire body.

The Blue-robed youth felt all strength drain from his body and collapsed to the ground.

Shi Xiaozhan didn't miss this opportunity. He immediately jumped onto the Blue-robed youth's body, stomping and kicking, hitting the Blue-robed youth so hard that he opened his mouth, wanting to scream, but no sound came out.

“That's enough, Junior Brother. Ask him what he's doing guarding this place.”

The outcome was decided, and Zhang Bufan didn't want to waste any more time here.

“Speak, what are you doing guarding this place?” Shi Xiaozhan kicked the Blue-robed youth in the stomach, asking coldly.

“I… I…” The Blue-robed youth opened his mouth, unable to utter a single word.

“Since you can't answer, I'll go ask someone else.” Shi Xiaozhan's eyes turned cold, then he stomped heavily, crushing the Blue-robed youth's heart, and turned to walk towards Tang Er, who was not far away.

The dying Tang Er saw Shi Xiaozhan walking towards him, and his pale face showed terror. He propped himself up with his hands, trying desperately to Move backward.

“Speak, what are you doing guarding this place?” Shi Xiaozhan asked coldly.

“We… we were ordered by Senior Brother Bai Yijian to guard this place, waiting for him to appear.” Tang Er said, trembling, and stretched out his hand, pointing at Zhang Bufan.

Shi Xiaozhan turned to look at Zhang Bufan, his eyes questioning.

“They are all enemies; send them on their way.” Zhang Bufan said faintly.

Shi Xiaozhan nodded, then immediately killed the remaining Tianjian Sect Disciples.

“Let's go!” Zhang Bufan waved his hand, removing the sealed Spiritual Qi, and walked towards the east city gate.

Shi Xiaozhan pulled off their Storage Rings, then quickly caught up with Zhang Bufan, saying, “Great Master, these are their Storage Rings.”

“You keep them; I don't need them.” Zhang Bufan waved his hand, then suddenly remembered something. “Oh, right, the bald bird on my shoulder is called Baldy. It particularly likes to eat Spirit Medicine. You two will get along very well in the future.”

“Chirp, chirp, chirp!” Baldy chirped a few times at Shi Xiaozhan, then a green light shot into Shi Xiaozhan's body. The meaning was, 'Kid, obediently hand over the Spirit Medicine to me. From now on, I'll take care of your injuries, but any Spirit Medicine you get, you must give to me.'

Shi Xiaozhan nodded gratefully, then immediately wanted to take out the Spirit Medicine for Baldy.

Shi Xiaozhan also clearly understood what the Great Master's words meant. This seemingly featherless bird had terrifying healing abilities. He loved to fight, and injuries were inevitable. If he received Baldy's treatment, he would suffer less in the future.

“Let's go back to the city first. Your brother is still waiting!”

Zhang Bufan took Shi Xiaozhan to pay the entrance fee, then walked towards Wanbao Inn.

When they returned to Wanbao Inn, Fire Qingrou was already waiting on the first floor.

“Great Master, are you alright?” Fire Qingrou came forward, asking with some concern, then she saw Shi Xiaozhan, dressed in ragged clothes, following behind Zhang Bufan. “Who is this?”

“I'm fine. He is Shi Dazhuang's younger brother, Shi Xiaozhan.” Zhang Bufan replied, then looked at Manager Ma, who was walking towards him, “Manager Ma, where is Shi Dazhuang?”

“Replying to Young Master Zhang, I've arranged Shi Dazhuang in room five on the third floor.” Manager Ma replied.

Zhang Bufan nodded, then said, “Fire Junior Sister, let's go upstairs to talk.”

The group arrived at room five on the third floor. Shi Dazhuang was lying on the bed, his body covered in bandages.

“Xiao Zhan!” Shi Dazhuang's face showed excitement when he saw the group enter.

“Who did this?” Shi Xiaozhan's face immediately darkened.

“You two brothers talk first. I'll come back to find you later.” Zhang Bufan patted Shi Xiaozhan's shoulder, then remembered something and said, “Baldy, treat him.”

“Chirp, chirp, chirp!” Baldy chirped, then spat out a green light that entered Shi Dazhuang's body.

“Fire Junior Sister, let's go back first.” Zhang Bufan called out, then led Fire Qingrou out of the room.

In the room, Zhang Bufan comfortably leaned on the bed, glanced at the confused Fire Qingrou, and said faintly, “Fire Junior Sister, are you wondering why I wanted to save Shi Xiaozhan?”

Fire Qingrou nodded. She understood the Great Master's character well enough; he was definitely not the kind of person who would be overly compassionate.

“At first, I was just curious about Shi Xiaozhan and wanted to see him. Now…” Zhang Bufan said, deliberately leaving them in suspense.

“Say it or don't.” Fire Qingrou snorted and turned her face away.

“Alright, I won't tease you anymore. Shi Xiaozhan is your Junior Brother now.” Zhang Bufan said with a smile.

“What? You've taken another Disciple for Master?” Fire Qingrou turned her head, looking surprised.

“Mm.” Zhang Bufan nodded.

Fire Qingrou leaned closer to Zhang Bufan and asked, “Great Master, what's special about this Junior Brother?”

“Actually, nothing much. Just like his brother said, he likes to fight.” Zhang Bufan said faintly.

“Hehe, then I have another Junior Brother.” Fire Qingrou giggled, then looked at Hundred Li Jingang, “Great Master, should Shi Xiaozhan be the Senior Brother or Little Jingang?”

Hundred Li Jingang was only a three-year-old child, while Shi Xiaozhan was already sixteen or seventeen.

It seemed a bit awkward for Shi Xiaozhan to call Hundred Li Jingang Senior Brother.

“Jingang entered the sect first, so of course he's the Senior Brother.” Zhang Bufan said without hesitation.

Fire Qingrou nodded, then imagined Shi Xiaozhan calling Hundred Li Jingang Senior Brother, feeling a little anticipation.