The Red Bride - Chapter 24

The sweet red bean paste coated the roof of her mouth, and the soft texture of the rice cake completely melted Mu Qing’s heart. The refreshing and slightly tingly taste of wine was like a spring breeze on her taste buds. There really is nothing better than food to cure your bad mood.

Just as her slim fingers reached for another rice cake, the hairs on the back of her neck stood up. The atmosphere turned from a serenic picnic to one full of killing intent. She quickly looked up at Hu Feng, however the man was still quietly drinking his wine.

‘If he doesn’t care, then I guess we’re good.’

Mu Qing went back to picking up that dropped piece of rice cake. Soon footsteps were heard from the innermost part of the forest, followed by rough and devious laughter. The couple still just sat on the blanket without a care, one eating and the other drinking.

“Hoho! It looks like we caught some big fishes tonight brothers!”

Out from the bushes came ten men in black clothing. From their attire, wild attitude, and weapons, it’s clear to see that these people kill other people for a living. The bandits surrounded the royal couple in a full circle, while their faces held greed and arrogance.

“Hey little lady, give big brother a look at that face,” one of the men eyed Mu Qing’s body. His jeering made everyone else snickered in contempt. The couple still was in a world of their own.

Suddenly, the circle gave way to a big and buff guy. His hair was wild like a lion’s mane, and on his back was a huge axe.

“Kekeke…All of you nobles are the same, so arrogant! Leave the money and woman or your lives,” his voice was like a roar, thunderous and loud.

Hu Feng didn’t even spare a glance at the leader, and Mu Qing was calmly wiping her hands on a handkerchief. Her face was back to its normal demeanor. These idiots really don’t know who they were messing with.

The bandits’ boss was vivid. In these mountains, their group was number one! No one has ever dared to ignore him before, even the county’s magistrate has to give him some face! Seeing that the man and woman won’t budge under his threat, he immediately decided to get rough.

“Everyone attack! Kill the man and leave the woman!”

Before she can even stand, she felt a strong arm wrap around her waist. Her arms automatically reached out and hugged his torso. While hugging the beauty in his arms, he withdrew a small dagger from his chest.

“Haha! How are you doing to defeat us with that puny knife!”

The bandits all sneered as they close in to Hu Feng. Hu Feng stood still, waiting for the enemies to come. His face was ice cold as normal, while Mu Qing was eager for the fight.

Her eyes widen as her bodyguard suddenly spinned around, while twisting and turning his dagger expertly. Her eyes burned with fever. How exciting!

While the little devil in his arms was watching the show, Hu Feng was busy kicking and slashing the criminals’ throats. The leader came from behind as Hu Feng pulled out the dagger from a bandit’s throat. He swung his axe down, when the Emperor turned around and kicked him hard in the abdomen.

His body flew backwards and hit against a tree. The leader coughed up blood before fainting. The rest of the bandits backed away in a hurry.

“Retreat! Carry the boss and retreat!”

Hu Feng’s glared made them stop in their tracks, “Not that easy.”

Happy 4th of July!!! More to come.