Desperateness’ Gentleness

"Bam!" the explosive sound was followed by loud echoes. Ye Guhan staggered to withdraw. He took several steps back. Wisps of blood were visible at the corners of his mouth, but he still took advantage of his backward motion and rose in the sky to stop two of the masked assailants who were going after Princess Ling Meng. His longsword seemed like a boulder that was blocking off a mountain pass.

The leader of the black-clad assassins sneered, "Ye Guhan, our original target was only Princess Ling Meng. But now we younger brothers have no choice but to kill you since you so wish to court it so dearly!" He waved his hand. All the five men disappeared into five different directions with that gesture. Then, attacked Ye Guhan in unison like 'howling wind and torrential rain'.

Ye Guhan's sword was as quick as a snake; it took the shape of a light in the rain. He opened his mouth to shout, "Who are you? Do not hide! Tell me your names!"