The enemy outnumbered them, and Hai Ling knew that the situation was best resolved quickly. So she went all out from the start, her fist flying out like lightning. In the dim light, the bright fist looked like an exploding flower, a beautiful sight. In a moment of distraction, one person was caught off guard and hit. One punch sent numbness down his cheek and blood gushing from his mouth. He staggered back a few steps before regaining his footing and shaking his head to avoid falling to the ground.
Hailin's successful attack put the assassins on guard, making them hesitant to attack rashly.
The leader of the men in black flashed his eyes quickly, then gestured with his hand, and the others split up to encircle the enemy.
Unexpectedly, Miss Jiang is no ordinary person. Her attack was extremely ruthless. No wonder the ordinary Jiang family guards failed to succeed.
Rouge had already rushed out, and the men in black ignored her. Their superiors hadn't ordered them to kill anyone else, but they had been instructed to kill Miss Jiang. If they couldn't kill the real mistress, they would all die. So, they had no choice but to be ruthless.
Just then, the wind blew through the window lattice, and two figures of light drifted in from outside, followed quickly by two or three more people.
Now, Hailin's room was packed with people, leaving no room to move around.
The black-clad men who had been flanking them ignored the newcomers and rushed straight at Hai Ling. They drew their longswords in unison, instantly forming a sword array with a chilling light that stretched out and covered the sky.
Hai Ling turned around and kicked out with her Fiery Cloud Boots, creating a powerful gust of wind, accompanied by her cold shout: "Die!"
One person was kicked out of the sword formation, causing the formation to fall into disarray.
At this moment, several masked men appeared and leaped over. A delicate voice rang out: "Shameless! How dare several grown men bully a woman? I'll teach you a lesson!"
Chapter 26 Assassination Storm
Hai Ling was surprised to find that the person who appeared next was a woman with a clear and melodious voice. However, her face was covered by a light veil, making it impossible to see her features. A cold light flashed in her dark eyes, and then she flicked her folding fan and swung it out with a whoosh, exuding a murderous aura.
His body moved with lightning speed and ruthlessness, and soon the sound of bones breaking could be heard, revealing his viciousness from the very first move.
As the woman made her move, the others who appeared afterward also attacked simultaneously. This time, the black-clad assassins were clearly outmatched and showed signs of defeat in the blink of an eye.
As Hai Ling leaped forward, mercilessly dealing with the men in black, she calmly asked, "Who are you? Why are you helping me?"
Unfortunately, no one paid her any attention. The few who appeared later were only concerned with dealing with the black-clad assassins. Every move was deadly and every step was soul-stealing. In the blink of an eye, several black-clad assassins died, and the remaining few were shocked.
Just then, there was a noise at the door.
Rouge and Fourth Madam Du Caiyue rushed in from outside the door: "Ling'er, Ling'er."
Upon seeing this, the man in black turned and pounced on Du Caiyue and Yanzhi.
Hai Ling's expression changed drastically, and she quickly said, "No."
As soon as she finished speaking, a figure flashed by and struck out with a palm, hitting the black-clad man who was trying to take Du Caiyue and Yanzhi hostage. The man's eyes rolled back and he fainted.
At the same time, two or three more of the remaining people were killed, leaving only two survivors. Those people looked desperate and dared not linger any longer, so they fled for their lives.
Inside the room, the furniture was completely destroyed, and the room was a complete mess.
The air was filled with the smell of blood. The group of people who appeared later glanced around and, after confirming that Hai Ling, Du Caiyue and the others were alright, leaped out of the window.
Hailin hurried a few steps, ran to the window, and called out to those people, "Who are you all? Why are you helping me?"
"Just following orders," a cold, enigmatic voice rang out, then faded into darkness.
These people were the maids Shi Mei and Shi Zhu, sent by the Left Prime Minister Xi Lingfeng to protect Hai Ling and the others.
If it weren't for them tonight, even if Hailing could protect herself, her mother and Yanzhi would probably be in danger. Thinking of this, Hailing felt a chill run down her spine and broke out in a cold sweat. If it weren't for them, she wouldn't have a single relative left in this world.
Just then, Fourth Madam Du Caiyue suddenly vomited, then rushed out of the door and vomited profusely outside.
Hailing smelled the blood in the air; it was indeed too strong. Her mother had never seen such a scene before, no wonder she kept vomiting. As a surgeon, she was used to it and didn't take it to heart. Even Yanzhi frowned, unable to bear it, but she endured it.
Hailin waved her hand, signaling Yanzhi to leave.
She glanced around the room, a ruthless glint in her eyes, and a smile played on her lips. Without a doubt, the one who would strike tonight was Jiang Batian.
He did this simply because he didn't want the emperor to suppress the Jiang family, and she pitifully became a victim of the power struggle within the imperial court.
No, she would never obediently surrender and become a sacrifice.
Hai Ling thought for a moment, then went outside. Outside, the dark clouds dispersed, the moon appeared, and the sky was filled with its radiant light.
Du Caiyue had finished vomiting and looked a little better. As soon as she saw Hailing come out, she rushed over nervously and pulled her to check her over.
"Ling'er, are you alright? Are you alright?"
Hailing shook her head, and only after seeing that her mother and Yanzhi were both alright did she breathe a sigh of relief. Fortunately, everyone was safe and sound; it was a great relief.
"Rouge, let's sleep in Mother's room for the night. Tomorrow morning, go and inform Steward Han about what happened last night and ask him to send someone over to handle it."
Hai Ling originally wanted to have Steward Han report to the authorities, but then she changed her mind, knowing that Jiang Batian would never let Han Liang report to the authorities.
"Yes, Miss."
Hailin and Yanzhi helped Du Caiyue to her room to rest.
That night was thrilling and fraught with danger, but thankfully they escaped unharmed. All three of them were unharmed, thanks to the people who appeared later. They said they were acting under orders, but whose orders were they on to protect them? That person had a sharp eye; they knew she was in danger.
If one day I find out who it is, I will definitely thank him properly.
As Hailin pondered this, she washed up and rested. Dawn was approaching, and she believed the assassins would not make any further moves.
The next day, Yan Zhi got up early and rushed to the front yard to inform Han Liang that assassins had come to kill the young lady the night before. Fortunately, someone was protecting the young lady in secret, so she was safe. However, the assassins who were killed were still in Qin Fang Courtyard. Han Liang was asked to send someone to deal with them immediately.
Han Liang was shocked and immediately ordered his servants to clean up the mess while simultaneously notifying the general.
The servants in the General's Mansion quickly learned that someone had attempted to assassinate the Third Miss the previous night. The news spread like wildfire, and then someone else leaked the information, so that everyone in the capital knew that the future Crown Princess had been assassinated.
The Crown Prince's Residence.