Meanwhile, Pei Yichen, while investigating the assassination case, gradually touched upon the core interests of some powerful figures. Following the clues discovered by Jiang Lian'er, he delved deeper into the investigation and finally identified several suspicious individuals and locations.
One day, Pei Yichen received news that there were important leads in an abandoned manor on the outskirts of the capital, so he decided to go there personally.
He brought only a few trusted aides, traveling light and unaware of the danger that was quietly approaching.
As they neared the manor, Pei Yichen sensed that something was off.
The surroundings were too quiet—unnaturally so—without even the sound of birds chirping.
Instinctively, he grasped the sword at his waist, vigilantly observing his environment.
Suddenly, a group of mysterious assassins surged from all directions. They were well-trained and formidable, dressed in black combat suits with their faces covered by black cloths, revealing only their cold eyes.
The assassins brandished sharp blades and quickly surrounded Pei Yichen and his companions. The blades glinted menacingly in the sunlight, resembling a pack of hungry wolves ready to pounce on their prey.
Seeing this, Pei Yichen shouted, "Protect yourselves!"
Without hesitation, he charged at the assassins. His movements were agile, and his swordplay fierce; each strike sliced through the air with a whoosh, flowing like a stream. For a moment, he held his ground against the assassins.
However, as more and more assassins joined the fray, Pei Yichen began to feel overwhelmed.
In the heat of battle, one assassin seized an opportunity and swung a blade toward Pei Yichen's arm. Caught off guard, Pei Yichen could not evade in time; the blade struck him, instantly staining his clothes with blood. He gritted his teeth against the excruciating pain and continued to fight, but the agony from his wound gradually slowed his movements.
Fortunately, Lin Yu arrived just in time. He had been worried about Pei Yichen's safety and had secretly sent people to follow and protect him.
When he learned that Pei Yichen was heading to the Abandoned Manor, he sensed potential danger and hurriedly brought a group of friends from the martial world to provide support.
As soon as Lin Yu arrived, he immediately joined the battle. His fighting style was different from Pei Yichen's; it was more forceful and direct. With each punch and kick, he created a whirlwind of energy, pushing back waves of assassins with every strike.
While fighting, he shouted loudly, "Brother Pei, I'm here to help you!"
With Lin Yu's assistance, the assassins gradually found themselves overwhelmed and began to scatter in retreat.
Lin Yu rushed over to the injured Pei Yichen, worry etched on his face. "Brother Pei, how are you? These assassins are relentless; it’s clear someone is behind this. We need to be cautious."
Pei Yichen's face was pale, but his gaze remained resolute. "It's nothing serious. The more aggressive they are, the closer we are to the truth."
Upon hearing that Pei Yichen was injured, Jiang Lian'er was frantic with worry.
She paced back and forth in her room, filled with anxiety and guilt. She regretted her inability to protect Pei Yichen and felt an overwhelming anger towards those behind the attack.
Wanting to visit him but fearing it would cause unnecessary trouble, she could only secretly send precious medicinal supplies and concerned letters through her trusted aides.
In her letter, she wrote: "Mr. Pei, I am deeply anxious upon hearing of your injury. Please take care of yourself and do not push yourself too hard. I will hasten my investigation to uncover the truth and ensure those who harmed you pay for their actions."
At the same time, Jiang Lian'er understood that the situation was becoming increasingly dire. She needed to accelerate her investigation into the Jiang family's secrets, hoping to find clues quickly that would help Pei Yichen escape his predicament and unravel the mystery for herself.
She began to contact Lin Yu more frequently, discussing strategies together and leaving no stone unturned in pursuit of any possible clues. Even the smallest details were scrutinized repeatedly, all in hopes of uncovering the truth as soon as possible to protect those she held dear.
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