Chapter 54: One Against Three – Down

The Knight puppet reacted extremely quickly; it immediately used the Shield in its hand to block, and the Tang Sword struck the Shield, producing a muffled Boom—, sparks flew in all directions.

The moment Robin clashed with the first Knight puppet, the second Knight puppet launched a side attack.

Its speed was extreme, and the spear in its hand thrust toward Robin's side waist like a venomous snake spitting its fang. Robin sensed the danger,

He had no time to think, swiftly withdrew his Tang Sword, turned, and used the Tang Sword to block the lethal spear. The spear tip clashed with the Tang Sword, producing a screech!, and the powerful impact made Robin's arm tingle slightly.

However, Robin was not affected by this brief disadvantage. He knew that on this ever‑changing battlefield, any hint of hesitation could bring fatal consequences.

While the third Knight puppet had not yet approached, he surged forward and kicked the second Knight puppet. The kick contained his whole body's strength, sending the puppet stumbling backward, its steps faltering.

Robin gave the opponent no breathing room; like a black bolt of lightning, he rushed toward the second Knight puppet.

In the instant of approach, his Tang Sword whirled rapidly, its blade flashing dazzlingly, bewildering the eye.

The puppet fought hard to block, but under Robin's fierce assault, it gradually showed cracks.

Robin timed it perfectly, thrusting the Tang Sword forward, piercing the puppet's chest with precision.

A muffled Boom— sounded, the puppet's body stiffened, then it slowly fell.

Having dealt with the second Knight puppet, Robin hadn't had time to catch his breath when the first and third Knight puppets closed in again.

The two puppets seemed to have learned from the earlier lesson; they coordinated seamlessly, one on the left, one on the right, launching a pincer attack on Robin.

A weighty glint flashed in Robin's eyes; he knew the upcoming battle would be even tougher.

The first Knight puppet swung its long sword, launching a fierce frontal assault; each slash carried a whoosh, trying to force Robin backward.

The third Knight puppet, wielding a heavy hammer, lingered nearby seeking an opening; once Robin showed a flaw, it would deliver a lethal blow.

Under the two puppets' attacks, Robin constantly dodged and blocked, his figure darting across the city wall like a phantom.

Suddenly, the first Knight puppet thrust a sword; Robin sidestepped.

At that moment, the third Knight puppet timed it, swung the heavy hammer violently, smashing toward Robin's head.

Robin felt a massive pressure from above; without a moment to think, he raised his Tang Sword to block. The hammer struck the Tang Sword, producing a Boom—, and Robin felt a huge force surge through his arm, causing his body to involuntarily step back a few paces.

"Hmph, you think you can block us?" Leimeng watched the fierce fight from the side, a disdainful sneer on his face.

He thought Robin had already fallen into a dead end, that the battle's outcome was decided.

However, Leimeng underestimated Robin's strength and will.

Robin steadied his stance, a resolute light flashing in his eyes. He inhaled deeply, once again channeling his Life Force. This time, he pushed his Life Force to the limit, and the glow on his Tang Sword grew even brighter.

"If that's the case, then let's see my full power!" Robin roared, his voice echoing off the city wall, full of strength and resolve.

He surged toward the first Knight puppet, his Tang Sword a Sharp Blade, cutting cold streaks through the air.

Facing Robin's frantic assault, the first Knight puppet seemed unable to parry.

It kept retreating, trying to evade Robin's attacks.

But Robin pressed on; each of his sword strokes carried lethal force, and wounds began to appear across the puppet's body.

Just as the first Knight puppet fell into trouble, the third Knight puppet launched another attack.

It slipped behind Robin, raised the heavy hammer, and smashed down on Robin. Sensing the danger behind him, Robin spun quickly, using his Tang Sword to block. The hammer collided with the Tang Sword, producing a Boom—, and the powerful impact made Robin's arm tingle again.

But Robin did not retreat; seizing the gap in the third Knight puppet's attack, he kicked its chest hard.

The puppet staggered back a few steps; Robin seized the chance, surged forward, his Tang Sword whirling rapidly, slashing toward the puppet's head.

The puppet hurriedly used its heavy hammer to block, but Robin's attack was too fierce, its defense appearing feeble.

Under Robin's relentless assault, the third Knight puppet's defense gradually crumbled.

Finally, Robin found its weak point, and the Tang Sword drove deep into its skull.

The puppet's body stiffened, then it collapsed onto the ground, motionless thereafter.

Having dealt with the third Knight puppet, Robin was left with only one opponent—the first Knight puppet.

At this moment, Robin was exhausted, yet a glimmer of yearning for victory still shone in his eyes.

The battle was about to reach its final outcome.

The first Knight puppet seemed to feel Robin's overwhelming pressure, and its attacks grew even more frantic.

It swung its long sword, charging at Robin recklessly.

Robin calmly met its attack, a hint of composure and confidence in his gaze.

Suddenly, Robin spotted a flaw in the puppet.

He felt a surge of joy and seized the chance without hesitation.

He swung the Tang Sword violently, cutting toward the puppet's throat.

The puppet tried to dodge, but it was too late. The Tang Sword sliced its throat, producing a muffled Boom—, and the puppet's body slowly fell.

"No! How can this be!" Leimeng saw all three Knight puppets defeated by Robin, his face showing shock and anger.

He couldn't believe that Robin could, in such a dire situation, defeat three Knight puppets.

Robin stood on the city wall, his body drenched in fresh blood—both enemy's and his own.

His breathing was rapid, sweat soaking his clothes. Yet his eyes glittered with the light of victory; he had successfully blocked the three Knight puppets' attacks, earning himself a sliver of survival.

"Now it's your turn." Robin gripped his Tang Sword tightly, the blade still dripping with enemy blood; his gaze burned like a torch as he lifted the sword toward Leimeng, his eyes full of unabashed battle intent.

Leimeng's face flashed with a hint of embarrassment, a nasty grin tugging at his mouth, and he instinctively stepped back a pace.

He knew in his heart how formidable Robin was; the three Knight puppets had just broken under his hand, and he was no match.

He waved his hand abruptly, as if commanding a swarm of ants, and a massive wave of Knight apprentices surged toward Robin like a tide.

These apprentices wore nervous excitement on their faces, their weapons trembling slightly; driven by Leimeng's orders, they became cannon fodder in this brutal battle.

(End of Chapter)