r18novel Chapter 945 Gu Nan's approach
Chapter 945 Gu Nan's approach
"Looking for death!" Gu Nan growled, his muscles suddenly tensed. His left hand grasped Cunning Rabbit's wrist like an iron clamp, and he pushed him forward. Using the reaction force, he bent his right knee and kicked him in the chest with a tremendous force. There was a light "crack", like the sound of a bone breaking, and Cunning Rabbit was kicked out like a rag doll with a broken string. With a "bang", he hit the iron rack piled with steel behind him, and the steel made a harsh collision sound. He slowly slid to the ground, holding his lower abdomen and curling up into a ball. He vomited blood in big mouthfuls, staining the front of his shirt red. His breathing became extremely weak, and his chest rose and fell more and more slowly. It was obvious that his internal organs were injured. It seemed that he only had one breath left.
Zhang Du's eyes, bloodshot at the sight, lashed out. He plucked up a fallen poison arrow, its tip still gleaming with a faint blue light, and lunged at Gu Nan like a madman: "I'll kill you!" Gu Nan barely managed to catch his breath when a sharp pain shot through the wounds in his ribs and arms, like countless needles piercing him. The pain made his vision blacken, and he nearly collapsed. But he gritted his teeth, forced himself to sideways, and narrowly avoided Zhang Du's attack. Seizing the moment when Zhang Du's balance was off, he hurled his short blade backhandedly. The blade flew past her ear with a thud, then stabbed into the wooden wall behind them, its tail still humming. Zhang Du froze in shock at the sudden attack, his eyes flashing with panic.
In that brief pause, Gu Nan had already straightened himself, leaning against a nearby wooden crate. He quickly reloaded his pistol with his right hand, a soft click echoing distinctly in the silent warehouse. He leveled the muzzle of the gun firmly between Zhang Du's eyebrows. His chest heaved violently, his forehead covered in sweat, and blood oozed from wounds all over his body. The rich smell of blood filled the air, but the fierceness in his eyes remained undimmed, like a lone wolf cornered in despair.
Zhang Du stared at the black muzzle of the gun and raised his head with forced composure: "I don't believe you dare to shoot. Even if you kill me, you can't escape."
Gu Nan suddenly smiled, a smile tinged with coldness. He raised his hand and unloaded the bullets from the gun one by one, with a dull clang as they fell to the ground. He then tossed the empty gun aside. He looked at Zhang Du, his tone calm but filled with undeniable pressure: "All your friends are dead, and you're the only one left. Tell me who's behind your actions, and I'll let you go."
Zhang Du shook his head vigorously, a look of determination on his face. "Impossible. I, Zhang Du, have never betrayed a brother in my life. Even if I die, I won't say a word."
Gu Nan's eyes darkened, and his voice was cold. "I've said before, I might have given you some leeway before and wouldn't have acted rashly. But things are different now. You have evil intentions and are planning to harm my family. This is my bottom line. Since you won't tell me, don't blame me for being cruel."
Zhang Du looked at him, a hint of confusion flashed in her eyes, and finally she couldn't help asking: "Can I ask you one last question? Why aren't you afraid of my poison? My poison dart clearly hit you, and it should have taken effect long ago, but you..." This matter was weird from the beginning, and she really couldn't figure it out.
Gu Nan didn't know either. It should be due to the system modification. But he couldn't tell anyone about this. So he looked at Zhang Du and said, "I really don't know how to explain this. But I can only tell you that I am naturally immune."
Zhang Du knew she was no match for Gu Nan. In the earlier melee, she'd seen clearly that he was not only an accurate marksman, but also a ruthless and experienced fighter. His desperate men were like paper in front of him. But the arrow was on the string, and it had to be released. She gripped the sword tightly, her fingertips white from the strain, but her eyes remained sharp as a knife.
"Gu Nan, die!" she growled, charging forward like an arrow from a bowstring. The soft sword in her hand seemed to come alive, sometimes piercing Gu Nan's throat like a snake, sometimes sweeping like a whip, forcing him back repeatedly. The wind from the sword carried a poisonous powder that paralyzed any limbs with even a touch.
The wound on Gu Nan's left arm was still bleeding, and every swing of his arm caused excruciating pain, yet his gaze remained unwavering. Facing Zhang Du's cunning sword strikes, he didn't take them head-on, relying on his nimble agility to dodge them while simultaneously searching for an opportunity to strike back with his dagger in his right hand. The soft sword grazed his shoulder, sending up a trail of blood, but he took advantage of the moment to lean sideways and thrust his dagger forward, aiming directly at Zhang Du's sword-gripping wrist.
Zhang Du hurriedly drew her sword to block. With a crisp clang, sparks of sword-blade clashing erupted in the dimness. She felt a surge of force radiating from the sword, her wrist numb, and the sword nearly slipping from her grasp. Gu Nan, however, pressed forward, slashing, stabbing, and slashing with his short sword, each strike targeting her vital points. He forced her to retreat repeatedly, gradually losing the upper hand.
"You are no match for me." Gu Nan's voice was hoarse but calm. "Give up."
Zhang Du gritted her teeth, sweat beading on her forehead, knowing full well he was telling the truth. But she couldn't retreat—Xiao Bao was still waiting for her news, having promised her what she had done. She inhaled sharply, and her soft sword suddenly shifted its stance, ignoring her own defenses and thrusting straight at Gu Nan's chest, determined to die together.
Gu Nan's pupils shrank slightly, having not expected her to be so resolute. He dodged the sword's attack, his left hand darting out with lightning speed, precisely grasping Zhang Du's wrist. His right dagger rested against her neck. His movements were so swift that Zhang Du had no time to react. The soft sword clattered to the ground, and she was completely pinned down by Gu Nan, unable to move.
"It's over." There was no emotion in Gu Nan's voice.
At this moment, there was a sudden sound of chaotic footsteps outside the factory, as well as faint shouts - "Listen up, people inside, we are the police!"
Gu Nan's heart tightened. Someone was outside! He subconsciously wanted to let go and hand Zhang Du over to the police, but then he thought again and clenched his fists. These killers were the most stubborn. As long as the mission was not completed, even if they were caught this time, they would find a way to escape sooner or later. By then, Ran Qiuye and the child would be in greater danger.
Zhang Du also heard the sirens, and a glimmer of hope flashed in her eyes. She struggled and shouted, "Gu Nan! Let me go! The police are here, you hand me over..."
Before he could finish his words, he was interrupted by Gu Nan's cold eyes. He knew he had no choice.
"I'm sorry." Gu Nan's voice was so low it sounded like a sigh. He lowered his wrist slightly, and the dagger slashed across. Zhang Du's pupils suddenly widened, eyes filled with disbelief. She couldn't understand why Gu Nan would rather bear the charge of murder than hand her over to the police. The sirens were clearly right next to her ears...