Two hours later, just when the morning air was at its freshest, even though snowflakes were still dancing in the sky, the intake felt slightly piercing but invigorating!

In these two hours, Ji Dantong practically crossed every second off, and now that the time had finally come, she ran to an edge of a smooth ice surface by the roadside, feeling her heart swell with trepidation and anticipation.

Looking down at her hands, seeing the red spots completely removed, her skin as tender and white as creamy jade again, Ji Dantong felt slightly more confident. Clenching her teeth, she leaned forward.

"Ah!"

When Ji Dantong opened her eyes and saw that the dense red spots on her face had disappeared, she couldn't help but look left and right, feeling she had never looked so beautiful. She revealed an excited smile involuntarily.

However, in the next moment, Ji Dantong's smile froze suddenly, her bright large eyes widened abruptly as she swiftly flew back to the side.

Because, just now, on the ice surface like a mirror, a face that had left a deep impression on her was reflected.

"We meet again!"

A sinister voice sounded from behind Ji Dantong, somewhat playful yet with undisguised mockery.

Ji Dantong whirled around abruptly, seeing a man in a black coat standing in the position she had just left.

The man looked about thirty, his features were considered regular, but the perpetual gloominess between his brows made him rather uncomfortable to look at!

Ji Dantong instantly recalled that when she spoke up for Xiao Tian, this man had hurled hostile words at her, being one among many threats—ranked thirty-third on the Dark List, Zhong Zhengxiang.

However, if Xiao Tian were present, he could tell that this Zhong Zhengxiang was one of the victims when he played the role of Jiang Kaishan. But evidently, this victim now wished to become the perpetrator.

Zhong Zhengxiang's mocking eyes were fixed on Ji Dantong, showing an evil smile. "Since I can't retaliate against Hunter, I'll have to use you to vent!"

"What do you want to do?!"

Ji Dantong shouted crisply, forcibly calming herself down, though inwardly regretting why she chose now to detoxify. A little later or earlier would have been much better! 𝚏𝕣𝐞𝗲𝐰𝕖𝐛𝐧𝕠𝕧𝚎𝚕.𝐜𝚘𝗺

Completely forgetting the previous anticipation and hope in her heart.

"What do I want to do?"

Zhong Zhengxiang chuckled, "You know the answer. You think you don't know what I want to do? Of course, I will do you!"

"You!"

Ji Dantong never expected the other party to be so shameless to such an extent, her face turned red as if about to ignite, and the anger in her heart couldn't be suppressed.

Her True Qi surged wildly, Ji Dantong pulled the white belt binding the coat at her waist, instantly transforming it into a glimmering Soft Sword.

"Oh?"

Zhong Zhengxiang was taken aback, then his smile became even more overt: "So eager? You even undid your belt!"

Ignoring Zhong Zhengxiang's words, Ji Dantong, with sharp light glimmering in her beautiful eyes, infused her abundant True Qi from her body into the long sword in her hands, turning its blade blood-red instantly.

Zhong Zhengxiang's heart skipped a beat as he looked at the sword that exuded a dangerous aura, as if soaked in the blood of thousands, and the jest on his face waned significantly, his gaze turning serious.

However, at this moment, a gurgling sound suddenly reached both of their ears. Though the sound wasn't loud, it was exceptionally clear in the silent environment.

And it was Ji Dantong from whom the strange sound emerged.

"After detoxification, since the poison wasn't expelled externally, there are still some side effects, like having diarrhea..."

For a moment, Ji Dantong was dazed, thinking of what Xiao Tian had told her, leaving her slightly on the verge of collapse — why didn't he tell her this side effect would come so quickly!

Affected unexpectedly, Ji Dantong momentarily couldn't concentrate, and the blood-red long sword in her hand began to slowly fade back to its original appearance.

This sight invigorated Zhong Zhengxiang instantly, and without saying any more useless words, he slowly approached Ji Dantong, walking unhurriedly as if savoring her fearful demeanor.

"You, don't come over!"

Ji Dantong gritted her teeth against the faint pain radiating from her ankle, retreating step by step. Now thinking of gathering strength again, the other party wouldn't be foolish enough to grant her time.

She understood clearly that if there were any abnormal fluctuations of True Qi within her at this moment, the opponent would undoubtedly attack without hesitation, and then it would be too late to say anything.

While retreating, Ji Dantong's mind raced to strategize, buying time at any cost.

Meanwhile, Xiao Tian kept pressing on without stopping. Although there were ways to notify him, it would still take time for him to arrive, and it would be too late!

At this realization, Ji Dantong couldn't help but feel anxious. Beads of sweat appeared on her forehead, and her heartbeat suddenly accelerated.

Suddenly, a question popped into Ji Dantong's mind: Why did this Zhong Zhengxiang harbor such deep hostility towards Xiao Tian?

In desperation, Ji Dantong had no choice but to shout, "Hunter is nearby, aren't you afraid he might suddenly show up?"

Ji Dantong's words shocked Zhong Zhengxiang into a fright, and his face subconsciously showed a trace of panic.

On his way here, he naturally encountered Xiao Tian and his people, knowing quite well that what she said was not fabricated. It wasn't impossible for Hunter to suddenly appear!

But after thinking it over, Zhong Zhengxiang realized something odd. He had seen Xiao Tian and the others hurrying non-stop without waiting for anyone.

This meant the woman before him was most likely bluffing, and perhaps Hunter didn't even know her.

Thinking this, Zhong Zhengxiang regained some courage and sneered, "Yes, I can't defeat Hunter, but who do you think you are? A wealthy heiress?"

"Hunter is not your bodyguard that appears on command, right?"

Seeing she didn't rebut, Zhong Zhengxiang became more convinced of his judgment and said, "Besides, what's your connection to Hunter? Why would he help you?!"

Ji Dantong was furious at once, "We're friends. If you dare lay a finger on me, he definitely won't let you off!"

"You can save that talk for scaring three-year-olds!"

Zhong Zhengxiang finished, and his face returned to its mocking expression. "Tell you what, I'll give you three chances. If you can summon Hunter here, I'll let you go. If not, don't blame me for being unkind!"

Ji Dantong's face flushed red and white, knowing that the other party was deliberately toying with her.

Moreover, with her personality, there was no way she could shout for help, and her instincts told her that doing so would only embolden the other party.

She must not comply with his wishes!

Having made up her mind, Ji Dantong took a deep breath, slightly angling the sword in her hand.

However, at this moment, a familiar voice arose...