Chapter 8: A Life-or-Death Decision

Lin Yue was taken by Su Yichen’s men to a cave outside the village. Su Yichen threatened her, demanding she reveal the treasure’s exact location; otherwise, he would harm both her and the villagers. Glaring at him with anger and defiance, Lin Yue retorted, “Su Yichen, you’re willing to commit such heinous acts just for treasure? There is no treasure here. Stop deluding yourself.”

But Su Yichen refused to believe her. He ordered his men to torture Lin Yue, trying to break her resolve. Clenching her teeth, she endured the pain and refused to yield. Just as despair began to creep into her heart, a commotion erupted outside—the villagers had arrived, led by Zhao Yu.

After discovering Lin Yue was missing, Zhao Yu had searched everywhere. Following subtle clues, he deduced that Su Yichen had taken her and quickly rallied the villagers for a rescue mission.

A fierce battle erupted within the cave. Though untrained, the villagers fought bravely, determined to protect Lin Yue and their home. Zhao Yu, using his combat skills, fearlessly took on Su Yichen’s men in a deadly struggle.

Amidst the chaos, Su Yichen seized Lin Yue, pressing a dagger against her throat. “Stay back! One more step, and she dies!” he warned. Everyone froze, their eyes filled with anxiety. Lin Yue met Zhao Yu’s gaze, her expression unwavering. “Zhao Yu, don’t worry about me. You can’t let him win,” she said firmly.

In a split second, Lin Yue forcefully wrenched herself free. The knife in Su Yichen’s hand slashed her arm, drawing blood. Seeing this, Zhao Yu charged forward without hesitation, engaging Su Yichen in a brutal struggle.

With the villagers fighting alongside him, Zhao Yu finally subdued Su Yichen. His men were also captured, bringing an end to their treachery.