127: It's him

However, many assassins had already been lying in ambush in the small alley, keeping a close eye on the Host from the shadows.

Of course, Li Changfeng, Nan Qingyue, and Zhang Yun were also observing from the dark.

"Master, do you think we should go over and help? That Host is about to enter the alley, and it's full of assassins!" Nan Qingyue sucked in a cold breath; the thought of it made her feel a lingering fear.

If offending the Gao Family meant being hunted down...

Nan Qingyue didn't have the ability to escape.

But with Li Changfeng, it was different; in Nan Qingyue's eyes, Li Changfeng was the most powerful person in the world.

"How do you plan to help? That alley is full of assassins. If you go out now, I guarantee you won't come back alive." A cold light flashed in Li Changfeng's eyes.

Li Changfeng had a serious expression, and it didn't seem like he was lying.

The Gao Family's assassins were no pushovers either.

After all, these assassins' target was the Host. For the Gao Family to dare move against someone from Mulan Manor, they must have something to rely on.

And Li Changfeng also understood the Gao Family's intentions.

"Master, since these people clearly know the Host is from Mulan Manor, why are they still moving against him?" Nan Qingyue pondered deeply. "Don't the Gao Family fear a falling out with Mulan Manor?"

Zhang Yun, however, let out a long sigh at this moment, his mind as clear as a mirror.

"Actually, it's not like that. These people don't look like the Gao Family at all, and it's only we who believe they are," Zhang Yun sighed.

"Well said." Li Changfeng nodded. "As long as these people don't claim to be from the Gao Family, no one will know the Host was killed by them."

"The Gao Family is playing a clever game of 'darkness under the lamp'!"

"They are quite calculating!"

Li Changfeng's eyes lit up; he naturally knew the Gao Family's goal.

As long as these assassins didn't say they were from the Gao Family...

The people of Mulan Manor wouldn't associate these assassins with the Gao Family.

In this way...

The Gao Family could kill the Host silently.

"Master, I understand. Even if the Gao Family kills the Host, as long as no one says anything, no one will know it was them!" Nan Qingyue suddenly realized. "That's why the Gao Family dares to do such a thing!"

"Master, am I right?"

"Is this the truth?" Nan Qingyue asked curiously.

Actually, Nan Qingyue was right.

However, even though she understood the ins and outs of the matter, she still wanted to hear it from Li Changfeng's mouth.

"Yes, it's exactly as you said." Li Changfeng nodded.

"But what about us? Should we save the Host?" Zhang Yun was somewhat conflicted.

In truth, Zhang Yun didn't want anyone to die at the hands of the Gao Family.

But now, Zhang Yun could barely protect himself, so who could he save?

If he had the chance...

Zhang Yun would definitely leave Yizhou City; only then would he avoid being found by the Gao Family.

"We must save him, but we can't just go like this. We need a foolproof plan so that we won't be exposed." Li Changfeng's face was grim as he lowered his head in thought.

In fact, Li Changfeng didn't want to see the Host killed either. He wanted to do his best to help, but after thinking it over, he felt that only by relying on everyone's strength could they do better.

"Sir, do you already have a plan?" Zhang Yun asked curiously.

Just now, the moment Zhang Yun looked up, he saw a flash of light in Li Changfeng's eyes.

"Not yet. When I have a plan, I'll tell you." Li Changfeng maintained a calm expression.

From this, one could infer...

Li Changfeng must have a plan; otherwise, he wouldn't have shown such an expression.

However, Zhang Yun didn't press further. After all, there were some things that Li Changfeng would say if he wanted to, even without being asked.

"Master, look! They've started!" Nan Qingyue raised her hand and pointed to the alley not far away.

A moment ago...

The Host had stepped into the alley.

At that moment, the assassins in the alley held bright, gleaming Long Sabers.

In the air, the whistling sound of a powerful Phoenix rang out.

Then, a Long Saber carved a crescent moon through the air, heading toward the Host.

The Host felt a chill down his back. He sucked in a cold breath and tried to calm himself.

Buzz buzz.

Another piercing sound rang out.

The Host felt something was wrong and suddenly turned around.

But at that moment...

What entered the Host's vision were several Black Shadows. Holding Long Sabers, they stepped forward toward him.

"Who are you?" The Host had drunk quite a bit of wine, but after such a scare, he sobered up instantly.

The Host retreated several steps. His reaction was not slow as he immediately drew his Sword.

"What exactly are you trying to do!" the Host cried out.

"We are the people here to kill you. Someone has paid for your life." The leading Black-robed Man said grimly, gripping his Long Saber tightly.

Not far away...

Li Changfeng and Nan Qingyue watched this scene.

Then, Li Changfeng, Nan Qingyue, and Zhang Yun quietly crept closer.

The three of them watched the scene before them cautiously.

There were more than twenty of these Black-Clothed Assassins.

"Kill me? Who paid for my life? Who exactly are you?" The Host asked with a serious and alert expression.

But after he said that...

A cold light erupted in the eyes of the Black-Clothed Assassins. It seemed they didn't want to waste words.

After all, the Black-Clothed Assassins' goal was simply to kill, not to chatter.

"Attack together and kill him." The leading assassin said grimly, making a hand gesture.

Immediately...

The Black-Clothed Assassins all stepped forward, their heads held high, cold light flashing in their eyes.

Seeing this...

The Host was startled and fell onto his backside on the ground.

And at that moment...

The Host ran desperately toward the depths of the alley.

But seeing the Host flee, the leading assassin remained unhurried.

"Boss, he's running," a Black-Clothed Assassin said quietly.

"Don't worry, he won't get away. Every entrance and exit in this alley is covered by our men. Today, no one leaves!" The leading Black-Clothed Assassin said grimly, a cold light flashing in his eyes.

"Yes, Boss." The Black-Clothed Assassin nodded vigorously.

Then...

Led by the head Black-Clothed Assassin, they entered the alley and followed.

Being pursued, the Host didn't dare to delay for a moment.

"Holy crap, I really should have checked the Almanac before heading out today. Why am I being hunted? Which bastard actually hired assassins to kill me?" The Host sucked in a cold breath.