Transmigration: Space-Aided Rise to Power and Prosperity-Chapter 855 - 691: Rescue

It’s absolutely not worth risking your life for half a treasure map, even if you want to surrender.

Lu Chen is not a stubborn person, so he already reached for his chest.

"Bang!"

A multicolored beam shot straight into the night sky, fading as quickly as it had appeared.

Gu Chengyu, who was about to act, hesitated no longer and quickly charged at Lu Chen with his Soft Sword.

Looking at the vanished skyward beam, Yi Lanshan wiped the sweat off his forehead; success hinges on this moment.

Gu Chengyu flew towards Lu Chen, reaching him in a mere breath.

Lu Chen was shocked; this man had flown over, showcasing extraordinary Qinggong.

Was this person an ally of the Death Warriors or from another group?

No matter who, even if he threw the treasure map away today, the opponent could easily silence him.

Gu Chengyu had no time for Lu Chen’s thoughts; Yi Lanshan had already fired the signal.

If he didn’t act quickly, reinforcements from Yi Mansion might arrive any moment.

It would be costly to leave then.

Gu Chengyu advanced with the Soft Sword, fiercely slashing at the leader. The leader hurriedly raised his sword to parry the swift and fierce stroke.

But to his surprise, the Soft Sword’s flexibility was unparalleled, bouncing around his sword.

Gu Chengyu swiftly advanced, the blade sliding to the leader’s wrist, inflicting a deep cut that instantly bled profusely.

The leader winced, his wrist quivering, almost dropping his sword.

Gripping the sword with difficulty, the blood flowed even more. In a few moments, it streamed along the blade.

The leader staggered back several steps, his eyes showing shock, his breath notably hastened.

Lu Chen was also dumbfounded; he had been battling that person.

Unexpectedly, this newcomer intervened directly, using just one sword stroke to overwhelm the opponent, injuring his wrist.

The leader looked at his sword, the front half snapped, with only the back half in his hand.

This sword had been with him for years, not quite a legendary blade but still exceptional, never failing him.

Seeing the Soft Sword, the leader’s eyes became fervent, mixed with greed.

Lu Chen gulped; this person was far superior to the previous one.

Gu Chengyu closed in, striking while the iron is hot.

With his right wrist injured, wielding the sword became difficult; the leader could not parry even a single strike from Gu Chengyu.

Gu Chengyu followed with two sword strokes, the Soft Sword twisting rapidly, leaving multiple wounds on the leader’s body.

Due to Gu Chengyu’s constant sword vibrations, even just two strokes inflicted multiple wounds on the leader.

The leader panted heavily, rolling on the ground.

Discarding the disfigured broken sword, he grabbed another on the ground and stood up.

He used the sword for support, struggling to steady himself, feeling lost as if it was mere cat-and-mouse play.

Indeed, it seemed that the opponent wasn’t even exerting full force, holding back somewhat. Just two simple strikes inflicted severe injuries.

After a brief thought, the leader decisively stepped back upon receiving another hit from Gu Chengyu, suffering many more wounds. Tilting his blade, he lunged at Lu Chen.

Seeing with peripheral vision, Gu Chengyu cursed an idiot subtly.

While they fought, Lu Chen could have easily escaped but instead stayed to watch the commotion.

Lu Chen was unprepared when the leader suddenly changed targets, though his reaction was quick enough.

Initially drawn to the newcomer’s superior martial arts, he observed for a while, curious about his style.

As the leader was pressured by the newcomer, Lu Chen secretly rejoiced, showing his audacity.

Though not clueless, it was evident to Lu Chen that the newcomer harbored no hostility.

Despite being nearby, the newcomer didn’t attack but pressed the leader relentlessly.

Oddly, Lu Chen felt relieved, though prematurely.

Gu Chengyu wouldn’t let the leader get close to Lu Chen; he quickly intercepted the leader again.

This move boosted Lu Chen’s confidence; could this person be in alliance with him?

Lu Chen felt confused, wondering who sent this person to protect him.

Seeing Lu Chen unmoving, Gu Chengyu became anxious; was he blind to Yi Lanshan mobilizing reinforcements?

He couldn’t drop hints or scold loudly.

Though masked and robed, Lu Chen had been close these days, risking recognition from physique and eyes.

Fortunately, Lu Chen recalled his mission, glanced at the dominant Gu Chengyu, hesitated briefly, then retreated toward Yi Mansion.

Seeing Lu Chen about to flee, the leader panicked, trying to chase him.

Yet Gu Chengyu blocked him again, leaving him impatient.

"Quick! Catch him; the treasure map is with him." He couldn’t watch Lu Chen escape, loudly shouting.

If he couldn’t get it, nobody should benefit either.

Gu Chengyu was instantly tense, noticing several people already chasing after Lu Chen.

"Hurry! Don’t let that thief escape; he killed many and stole from Yi Mansion."

Qu Huaiyun was quicker to command pursuit than Yi Lanshan, hastily urging the chase.

Furious at the leader opposite him, Gu Chengyu opted to eliminate him for good.

His Soft Sword slashed the man’s chest, striking a hard object unexpectedly.

Squinting, Gu Chengyu saw exposed golden beneath the torn clothes. 𝑓𝘳𝘦𝑒𝑤𝑒𝘣𝘯ℴ𝘷𝘦𝓁.𝑐𝑜𝑚

His sharp eyes glimpsed engraved characters, though mostly masked by attire.

Despite obscured text, he deduced this person’s significant background; the hard object seemed to be a copper Token.

This posed trouble; Gu Chengyu avoided complications, refraining from further action, turning towards Lu Chen’s direction.

Dealing with an influential identity wasn’t his intent; trouble was unwelcome.

Originally fearing death by Gu Chengyu’s sword, as his attacks were visibly vicious before, the leader was surprised when he suddenly left without hesitation.

Uncertain why, he chose not to pursue.

Rendered powerless, his subordinates either dead or injured. Yi Mansion’s eventual reinforcements meant inevitable entrapment.

With a wave, preparing retreat.

Entering Yi Mansion, Gu Chengyu ignored Lu Chen, returning first to his temporary lodging.

If Lu Chen failed to escape, blame fell solely on him; Gu Chengyu wasn’t responsible for Lu Chen’s safety, already going above and beyond rescuing him.