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Chapter 174 - 172 Assassin (Please Collect and Subscribe)

Chapter 174: Chapter 172 Assassin (Please Collect and Subscribe)

"Cooperate?" The Assassin repeated, then asked: "What type of cooperation are you suggesting?"

They clearly did not want to muddy the waters, saving Bella was merely because she was a member of the Yi Religion.

The strength of the Sun Kingdom was too formidable, and it was further protected by the Black Storm. Surrounding nations did not dare to dispatch large armies, opting to act covertly instead.

If it were not for Li Changhe rescuing Bella, they would have had to risk their lives charging at the ’tribute’ convoy tomorrow. Their losses then would have been substantial.

Under such circumstances, having someone else save Bella while they did not have to suffer any casualties was the best possible outcome.

Not acknowledging Li Changhe’s identity served as the best testament to this.

"Cooperate... no, it’s probably more accurate to say that this is something you folks also need," said the black-haired girl with a smile, uttering the most audacious proposal: "Destroy the Sun King!"

The old man in the mountains needed to rope in the [Players] led War Car, exhausting as much of the Sun Kingdom’s strength as possible.

"We can’t enter Sun King City. We would be discovered the moment we enter the city." The Assassin shook his head, saying: "A sizable army would attract the Black Storm. Witch, what you’re suggesting isn’t cooperation... it’s a death sentence."

"It’s different, I have asked around. They are going to transport some tributes into the Sun King’s Tomb tomorrow, and among them... there is a companion even stronger than I am," she said.

Li Changhe’s words caught their attention. After all, "Bloody Ludes" was obliterated by the black-haired girl in front of them.

This was no simple matter even for a Transcendent Being.

Previously, several Transcendents from the Assassins went to Sun King City. No matter if they disguised themselves or hid amongst the merchandise, they were discovered the moment they entered the city gates.

Even if someone managed to forcefully break into the city, they would soon be surrounded and killed by patrolling cavalry.

There was once a highly skilled Assassin, nearing Hassan’s strength, who successfully infiltrated the Sun King City intending to rescue the captured nobles. However, he was eventually discovered by ’Bloody Ludes’, and under siege, he was severely injured, barely escaping with his life.

For them, even entering Sun King City was a problem. Yet this Witch claimed to have comrades already infiltrating the city.

This had to do with everyone’s status. When the [Players] entered the city, their status was merely that of ’characters’, hence unnoticed.

"You should know how terrifying and distorted the Sun Kingdom is. With the God’s Whip for offense, and the Black Storm for defense. Plus, the power of the Sun King’s Tomb, it has become a thorn in your side. I wouldn’t be wrong to say that the Assassins have wanted to get rid of General Tudah for about a while now, right?" Li Changhe clicked his tongue in his heart, his [Cold Reading Skill] was useless at this point. The other side had a skull mask on, he couldn’t discern any facial expressions, affecting his persuasive abilities.

"Obviously, General Tudah of the Sun King is our assassination target. We have been lurking on the battlefield, yet we’ve never managed to succeed. He is highly proficient in archery, and his bone arrows carry the Sun King’s curse. Anyone hit is doomed to die! It is only because of Mr. Hassan that we can resist the curse. If we were to attack, we would suffer heavy casualties." The Assassin shook his head: "Furthermore, being a general of God’s Whip, his cavalry is incredibly robust. Despite countless battles, they have never suffered any reduction in forces. Even if the Witch’s peers were to go up against such an army, it would not be enough, right?"

"Is this a refusal, then?" Li Changhe thought, and at the same time, the artefact in his hand flickered, revealing a bone arrow.

The Assassin swiftly produced two flying daggers in his hands. He watched Li Changhe cautiously. As Li Changhe handed over the bone arrow, he hesitated for a moment before inspecting it.

"Is this... Tudah’s bone arrow?" The Assassin recognized the origin of the bone arrow.

"Correct, it’s a trophy from our recent skirmish," Li Changhe, of course, would not reveal that this arrow almost claimed his life.

[Arrow of the Dead (Damaged)]

[Type: Weapon/Consumable]

[Quality: Rare]

[Effect 1: ???]

[Effect 2: ???]

[Note: Got smashed by some lead ball....]

"What are you trying to point out?"

Li Changhe took back the bone arrow and, under the shocked gaze of everyone, drew a cut on his palm.

"You!" The Assassin was taken off guard. He had clearly warned that the arrow carried with it a curse, why would this black-haired girl dare to cut herself with it?

Li Changhe raised her hand and showed the wound to everyone, before extracting the [High-Efficiency Healing Liquid] to treat it.

"You... You can eradicate the curse on it?" The voice of the Assassin trembled. Even the esteemed Mr. Hassan could only resist the curse, he couldn’t eliminate it.

The mysterious Witch was able to erase the curse? Could this mean... Her power exceeded Mr. Hassan’s? Was she more powerful than the old man in the mountains?

Seeing the Assassin’s body tense up, Li Changhe suppressed a chuckle.

"It seems he’s having doubts," Li Changhe thought. Naturally, he would not be stronger than Hassan. According to the [forum], every generation of Hassan’s was extraordinary, being compared to a level 10 [Player].

If he ran into the Hassan mentioned on the [forum] in this script, Li Changhe reckoned he would be hearing the Funeral Bell before even catching sight of the man.

However, no matter how powerful Hassan might be, he still couldn’t compare to Old Lead.

Aging those who challenge him, especially a [Player] with [Epic Equipment], even a wall would not serve as support. For Li Changhe, only [Boss Lead] deserved his compliance.

Just one hit from Old Lead, and the bone arrow was damaged. The Sun King’s curse seemed pretty lacking in this light.

Li Changhe’s estimation of the Sun King’s prowess dropped a notch. He wasn’t nearly as dangerous as Hailing Mountain, he was merely a boss with some fancy skills.

As for the Assassin’s misunderstanding, Li Changhe didn’t bother correcting him. It was best to give them the impression that Li Changhe was incredibly powerful and enigmatic.

Seeing the Assassin still in hesitation, Li Changhe delivered another strong push: "My partners are even more formidable than I am, and they are currently lurking within Sun King City, preparing to infiltrate the Sun King’s Tomb and confront the Sun King himself. Our goal is simple. Exterminate this specter haunting our lands."

At this point, even the expressions of the soldiers changed. The Sun King! This was the source of the Sun Kingdom’s faith and power. It was also a terrifying nightmare for neighboring countries.

But... if this black-haired Witch and her partners succeed, the Sun Kingdom...

"Will no longer be a danger to you!" Li Changhe murmured.

"Once the source is eliminated, neither the Black Storm nor God’s Whip will pose a threat to you."

This proposal was tempting, if the Sun King really could be eliminated...

Then everything would no longer be a problem, and as for their bargaining chip, that would be the convincing display of formidable strength by Li Changhe and his companions!

"Let’s talk then, what do you want us to do? If it involves directly engaging with God’s Whip, then there’s no point in discussing further," the Assassin asked in a low voice.

After all, the Assassins in history were annihilated by the God’s Whip led by Temujin. No matter how powerful an assassin, they could not stand up against an army.

"Of course, the name of God’s Whip carries a great reputation, but let’s talk about the world’s number one cavalry, many aren’t too convinced," Li Changhe chuckled lightly, as if he could already hear the surging complains from the heroic spirit soldiers behind him about the God’s Whip.

What is this world’s number one cavalry? The Great Tang’s Mystery Cavalry would be the first to disagree!

"What you need to do is, after the tribute enters Sun King’s Tomb...."

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