Chapter 218: Birds Die for Wealth

Liu Dong was practically exploding with rage. He could never have imagined that the stronghold he had built up with his own hands would actually be wiped out!

What made him even more furious was that his brother-in-law had once sworn to him that as long as those two evil soldiers were released, they would definitely be able to eliminate the incoming enemies. But reality had slapped him hard in the face.

Among the people sent by the government, there were actually two Bone Refining Martial Artists! This was a situation not mentioned in the letter.

The young Bone Refining Martial Artist among them showed astonishing strength; his thunderous blade strike was truly too powerful. Even the evil soldier, whose entire body was impervious to blades and spears, had its arm severed by a single strike.

What Liu Dong found most unacceptable was that the appearance of these people was clearly aimed at him, wanting to put him to death.

He couldn't help but feel suspicious: could it be that his brother-in-law had known about all this long ago? Or was this all a conspiracy?

It was no wonder Liu Dong thought this way; either it was an accident, or he had been backstabbed. How could a situation that forced him to exhaust his family fortune and flee in such a sorry state be explained away by mere luck?

A surge of intense hatred welled up in Liu Dong's heart. He decided to find the answer and figure out who was plotting against him behind his back. He would definitely make those who attempted to harm him pay the price!

Winners are kings and losers are bandits; this is an unchanging truth since ancient times. Now that the Black Wind Stronghold no longer existed, rather than sitting and waiting for death, it was better to take the gold and silver treasures and run away early to become a wealthy man in the prefecture.

When Liu Dong saw that the giant rock at the entrance of his treasure cave had been moved away, the anger in his heart rose instantly. This was cutting off his path to survival! He widened his eyes and stared fiercely at that door, wishing he could tear the people inside to pieces.

Liu Dong nodded toward Lao Er and Lao San, signaling them to prepare for action. Afterward, he gave a look to the trusted followers behind him, and these followers began to creep forward cautiously.

No matter who was inside, once discovered by them, there would be no escaping death. They gripped their weapons tightly, their faces filled with ferocity.

Everyone knew that if they let the other party leave here alive, then only a dead end awaited them. Great Stronghold Master Liu Dong's ruthlessness was known to all.

Therefore, they had to harden their hearts and execute any threat without mercy.

Hearing the sound of footsteps, Cheng Feng was even more prepared for battle; the Mechanical Dog's firepower was his guarantee.

This money, he was determined to have it! Even if the Emperor himself came, it wouldn't work.

Cheng Feng found an advantageous position and silently prepared for battle. This tunnel was not straight; it required turning a corner and walking another ten or so steps to reach the entrance of the treasure room.

Cheng Feng felt this was a small path to victory, but without knowing the opponent's trump cards, it was better to keep an ace up his sleeve.

Hiding the Mechanical Dog behind a dimly lit crate, Cheng Yi hid in the shadows, while Cheng Feng stood openly, weighing the gold in his hand.

Liu Dong's trusted followers looked at the calm and composed Cheng Feng, and a trace of wariness rose in their hearts, but he gritted his teeth and led his brothers to charge up. They held various weapons in their hands—some had blades, some had clubs, and others had spears—each with a fierce look on their faces, charging toward Cheng Feng with great momentum.

These people were all Liu Dong's trusted followers, accustomed to throwing their weight around with Liu Dong on ordinary days; even if Cheng Feng was highly skilled, they would risk their lives to go up and slash him.

Facing this group of aggressive enemies, Cheng Feng remained calm and composed, without the slightest look of fear on his face. His eyes flashed with determination and confidence, as if he had long anticipated that such a situation would occur.

He was seen slightly turning his body, dodging the first person's attack, and then quickly striking with his blade, hitting the opponent's chest directly. The man let out a muffled groan and fell to the ground, clutching his chest.

Immediately after, Cheng Feng easily avoided the second person's attack and kicked him in the stomach. That person screamed and also flew out.

Just like that, Cheng Feng moved freely among the crowd, every strike accurate and hitting the vital points; a dozen fierce Mountain Bandits died under Cheng Feng's blade just like that.

"Hahaha, the little brother truly has good skills," Liu Dong's voice came from behind, not even glancing at the fallen followers.

"Little brother, why not join me? I can split the gold and silver treasures here with you, how about it?" Liu Dong laughed and proposed.

Cheng Feng naturally wouldn't pay any attention; could someone who became a Mountain Bandit leader be so kind?

He responded coldly: "No need, I will take these things myself."

Liu Dong's expression suddenly became somewhat fierce: "Little brother really won't give me some face?"

"You are nothing but a Mountain Bandit leader, what face is there to speak of? Besides, do you think the three of you can beat me?" Cheng Feng continued to mock him without any courtesy.

Liu Dong's face flushed red, and he hated him inwardly; if the three of them could beat the youth in front of them, would they need to say so much nonsense to the other party?

The Second Stronghold Master Wu Jiang behind him revealed a face full of ferocity and said viciously: "Big Brother, the three of us are all at the Blood Refining Realm, are we really afraid of a mere Bone Refining Initial Stage? Let's join forces and finish him off!"

The Third Stronghold Master Liuding silently raised the large blade in his hand, secretly circulating the Blood Qi within his body.

Seeing that his two brothers were already prepared to fight the enemy to the death, how could Liu Dong be a coward? So he gritted his teeth and said toughly to Cheng Feng: "Kid, this is a dead end you chose yourself!"

Having said that, the three of them rushed toward Cheng Feng like hungry tigers pouncing on prey; the momentum was as if they wanted to swallow him alive!

Facing the fierce offensive of the three, there was not the slightest panic in Cheng Feng's eyes. He was seen flashing his figure, and the Chaotic Void Steps were instantly unleashed. In such a situation of being surrounded on all sides, these Chaotic Void Steps really had miraculous effects!

Just as the three were about to close the encirclement, Cheng Feng's figure tilted slightly, easily dodging Wu Jiang's powerful punch. At the same time, the blade in his hand swung toward Liuding behind him.

Only a crisp "ding" sound was heard; Liuding felt an irresistible force coming from the blade, and his whole body staggered back a few steps involuntarily, nearly unable to stand steady.

After successfully hacking away Liuding, Cheng Feng did not stop his steps. He took a deep breath and circulated his own Blood Qi with full force.

In an instant, a faint blood-colored light appeared on the surface of Cheng Feng's body, and the blade in his hand was also wrapped in Blood Qi.

The next moment, Cheng Feng swung the blade wrapped in Blood Qi and hacked fiercely toward Liu Dong. The blade and the Blood Qi collided, emitting a harsh, grating sound.

Liu Dong was also formidable; seeing Cheng Feng use a secret technique, he did not want to be outdone, and his own Blood-Entwining Secret Technique was fully unleashed, with blood-colored light even appearing in his eyes.