Chapter 175: Chapter 175

Zhao Letian was suddenly startled and looked up to find that the person who arrived was none other than the Commandery Princess, Ye Junrou.

Just then, the two assassins from the True Martial Seventh Realm broke through Zhao Letian's attack, wielding their curved sabers, they charged at him again.

"Ignorant fools, do you really think you can run amok in War King City? You're seeking death."

With an icy look, Ye Junrou turned her attention to the two assassins, gestured with her hand, and her silver spear flew back into her grasp. Her figure then blurred into a red afterimage, darting towards the two assassins with astonishing speed.

In the next moment, the silver spear, like a Flood Dragon, soared through the air. In an instant, it pierced through the heads of the two True Martial Seventh Realm assailants, swiftly ending their lives.

"Thank you, Commandery Princess, for your timely rescue."

Zhao Letian flew over and bowed deeply in gratitude to Ye Junrou.

Had she not intervened, his situation today would certainly have been dire. Hence, his gratitude towards the young woman was heartfelt.

"No need, I was merely passing by. This is my home, War King City. I naturally cannot stand idly by when someone dares to commit misdeeds here," said Ye Junrou, stowing away her long spear indifferently.

"No matter what, the Commandery Princess has saved my life. I, Zhao Letian, am someone who repays kindness. Should you have need of me in the future, I will face fire and wade through boiling water without hesitation," Zhao Letian, wiping the blood from the corner of his mouth, gently smiled and firmly stated.

"You are Zhao Letian? The one who defeated Nie Yun and killed Wang Yi?" Ye Junrou was slightly taken aback, a spark of interest in her beautiful eyes.

"It is indeed I," replied Zhao Letian honestly.

"Not bad, truly a young hero. It's no wonder you were able to hold your ground against those three. I heard that on the battlefield, you've slain many of Gray Wolf Kingdom's talents and have even aroused the ire of a Sect Martial Realm powerhouse from Gray Wolf Kingdom. Is this true?" Ye Junrou inquired.

"Indeed, it is true," Zhao Letian nodded. The events on the battlefield had long since spread throughout the city, and he had already gained some renown.

"Very well, your current appearance... it's not your true face, is it?" Ye Junrou gazed into Zhao Letian's eyes, though he currently looked like a bearded, armored brute, through those clear eyes, Ye Junrou could still imagine that Zhao Letian was a youth with a pure heart.

"The Commandery Princess has seen through me. Indeed, this is not my true appearance. Unfortunately, after offending others, one has to be more careful," said Zhao Letian with a wry smile, shaking his head. As he spoke, he used the Disguise Technique to revert to his original appearance.

"Why do you look so familiar? Have I seen you somewhere before?" After seeing Zhao Letian's true face, Ye Junrou frowned slightly, her eyes showing surprise at the young man with sharp features and resolute face. She felt an inexplicable sense of familiarity with him.

"Perhaps it's because I have a common face," Zhao Letian said with an awkward smile. He carried the Royal Bloodline and, by rights, should be a relative of Commandery Princess Ye Junrou. Naturally, she might find his face somewhat familiar.

"Enough about that. I'm asking you if you're willing to join my guard and become one of my followers," Ye Junrou shook her head and then gazed at Zhao Letian, showing a smile for the first time—a smile so enchanting it could bring down cities and captivate hearts. The l@at$est+ chap+t&ers& are alw!a#y$s^ a-v@ai#labl^e& f-i!r#s&t on *!.

Zhao Letian had no doubt that if it were any other man, just for Ye Junrou's smile alone, they would be willing to sacrifice their lives and shed blood without a hint of regret. Even someone with as unyielding a Martial Arts Heart as him felt a surge of impulse to immediately agree to her request.

"Your Highness's consideration is an honor for me. However, I have several friends in the army whom I cannot abandon just yet," Zhao Letian declined with a shake of his head and a smile.

"Is that to say, you refuse?" Ye Junrou was slightly taken aback, a flash of surprise crossing her eyes.

It is well known that in War King City, countless young heroes cry out for the opportunity to join her guard and follow her for life. Yet, up to this point, she had not recruited a single man into her guard. It was only because she found Zhao Letian particularly agreeable and his talent exceedingly powerful did she offer him this coveted opportunity that many yearned for but could not obtain. She didn't expect that Zhao Letian would refuse so straightforwardly without knowing how to cherish it.

"Your Highness can understand it that way," Zhao Letian replied with a helpless smile.

Not to mention that he couldn't leave Liu Wei and the others behind, even without them, he would not agree to the Commandery Princess's request because he had never intended to become anyone's follower.

"But you just said you're willing to go through fire and water for me to repay the favor of saving your life. Now that I'm only asking you to join my guard, you're unwilling. It seems that a man's words really cannot be trusted," Ye Junrou retorted with a restrained expression, speaking coolly.

"If joining Your Highness's guard counts as repaying the favor of saving my life, then I am willing," Zhao Letian hesitated for a moment and then frowned.

"No need for that. Since you're unwilling, I won't force you. For now, just remember the favor I have done for you. As for that wine, do you have any more? If so, bring me a few jars to pay off some interest," Ye Junrou said nonchalantly, shaking her head.

As a Commandery Princess, she naturally had her own pride. She didn't care much for a man who had rejected her.

"A few jars? No problem," Zhao Letian replied indifferently, with a light smile. He took out ten jars of fine wine and presented them to Ye Junrou.

In his storage ring, there were at least ten thousand jars of Qingluo Wine; giving Ye Junrou ten jars was nothing.

"You are quite generous. Those ten jars, if sold at Fengyue Building, would be worth a fortune, yet you give them away without even blinking an eye," Ye Junrou accepted the Qingluo Wine and once again smiled, finding Zhao Letian's character interesting.

"It's just ten jars of Qingluo Wine, nothing compared to Your Highness's life-saving grace. If you enjoy it, Your Highness is welcome to take more from me anytime," Zhao Letian replied, shaking his head without a care.

"Qingluo Wine? That's a nice name. I'll remember your words. Although you're unwilling to join my guard, in light of this fine wine, I will still bestow upon you a Guard Token. With this token, you can contact me anytime. If you're targeted by an assassin again, I can come to your rescue promptly," Ye Junrou pondered for a moment and then took out an exquisite White Jade Token, tossing it to Zhao Letian.

"Thank you, Your Highness," Zhao Letian caught the Token and suddenly paused, his eyes revealing a thoughtful look.

"Better head back to the barracks now. Though I don't know who sent those people to kill you, I do know they are from the Ghost Shadow Sect, a force not to be underestimate. You must be extra cautious in the future," Ye Junrou advised, then transformed into a red streak of light and vanished in the distant skies.