Chapter - 52 A Raft Drifting In the Vast Beiming Sea (4)

Zhang CuiShan, on the other hand, was only thinking of ways to escape. After a long time, he felt that there's only one way out, "We must kill Xie Xun to escape."

He listened closely at his surrounding, only to hear heavy breathing from Xie Xun mixed with the sounds of the ocean. He thought, "He had made a promise to not trust another person. So why can he sleep so soundly in the same room as us? Does he have a special sixth sense that guards him from sneak attacks? Either way, I must attack now. Otherwise, I'd have to waste my entire life on an island with him." He quietly moved towards Yin SuSu, so he could whisper in her ear. But Yin SuSu unexpectedly turned toward him at this exact moment. As a result, Zhang CuiShan's lips fell right on top of Yin SuSu's.

Zhang CuiShan was shocked, about to explain his rudeness, but didn't know where to start. Yin SuSu happily put her head on his shoulders, at the moment she only felt infinite warmness and kindness in her heart. Her only wish was for this boat to remain sailing on forever, as she would gladly remain in this exact moment for the next hundred years. Suddenly she heard Zhang CuiShan whisper by her ear, "I'm very sorry, Miss Yin." Yin SuSu's face had long been bright red, as if a big, red flower had grown on her face. She whispered back at him, "I'm very happy that you really like me." Although she's always been brash, and kills people without hesitation, Yin SuSu is still like any other girl when it comes to her first romance. Surprise, happiness, and confusion all mixed into her heart. If it weren't for the darkness, there was no way she would've said those words.

Zhang CuiShan was incredibly surprised. He never thought his apology would make her divulge her true feelings. Yin SuSu's dazzling beauty is rarely seen, and from the very beginning has had feelings for him. These eight words further showed exactly where her heart lies. Even though Zhang CuiShan is upright and straightforward, and never thought about romance, his heart has nonetheless been moved at this moment. Only to feel her soft body resting on his shoulders, a faint fragrance entered his nose. He wanted to say something romantic towards Yin SuSu, but then suddenly remembered, "Zhang CuiShan. In a dangerous situation like this, how could you be so undisciplined? Have you forgot all about your master's teachings? Even if you love her, and she loves you, she's still born of an evil sect, and has done terrible things in her life. At least you should wait till you've met the master, and have him officially arrange a marriage for you. How can you do this sort of indecent deed in a dark room like this?" When Zhang CuiShan thought of this, he immediately straightened up, then whispered into Yin SuSu's ear, "We need to find a way to get this person under control, so we can escape."

Yin SuSu was originally in a daze, but quickly returned to reality, asked, "How?"

Zhang CuiShan said, "If we attack him in his sleep, it would be very dishonorable. In a moment, I'll wake him up and match palms with him. You can immediately release your silver needles from the side. Although it's not right to fight two-on-one, he's too powerful for either one of us. This is our only chance."

These words were spoken very softly. Plus, Zhang CuiShan had his mouth stuck tightly on Yin SuSu's ears when he spoke. Yet before Yin SuSu could respond, Xie Xun started to laugh, said, "If you had snuck up on me, even though it wouldn't have been successful, at least you had a tiny chance. Yet you just had to maintain your righteous image, and fight me openly. Well, you asked for it." When he finished his sentence, Xie Xun's body dashed towards Zhang CuiShan, his palm aimed at Zhang CuiShan's chest.

Zhang CuiShan had been gathering chi at the moment Xie Xun started to speak. By the time Xie Xun attacked, Zhang CuiShan matched his palm, using Wudang's 'Soft Palms' in return. As the palms touched, Zhang CuiShan felt his opponents' force came crushing down upon him like a mountain. Zhang CuiShan knew his opponents inner power is far superior to his own, and has long decided to concentrate only on defending.

Xie Xun's force came in three waves, only to feel that Zhang CuiShan's power is much weaker, but never declining, never exhausted. No matter how powerful his palm strike is, Zhang CuiShan somehow managed to block it. Xie Xun raised his left hand and attacked Zhang CuiShan's forehead. Zhang CuiShan blocked it with the technique 'Golden Support Beam'. Wudang's strength lies in its minuteness, vastly different from other sects'. So despite their huge difference in ability, Xie Xun could not finish off Zhang CuiShan in a short period of time.

Sweat poured down Zhang CuiShan's face, his strength nearly gone, thought, "Why haven't Miss Yin used her silver needles yet? Xie Xun is just concentrating on me right now. If she attacks him, then he'll have to release his palm to block the needles, at which time I could wound him with my palm."

Of course, Xie Xun thought of all this too. He originally planned to take out Zhang CuiShan with one swift blow. Unfortunately, he underestimated his opponent, for Zhang CuiShan's inner is much better than he imagined. As the two matched palms, both studied Yin SuSu's movements. Zhang CuiShan could not break off concentration to speak, but Xie Xun had no such problems, said, "Little girl. I suggest you don't try anything brash. For if I changed my palm into a fist, I can easily break all the bones in his body."

Yin SuSu said, "Elder Xie, I'll simply promise that we shall follow your orders. Please let go of him." Xie Xun said, "Mr. Zhang, what do you think?" Zhang CuiShan couldn't speak, but he thought angrily, "Come on, release your silver needles. How could you not take advantage of an opportunity like this?" Yin SuSu said hastily, "Please release your palms, Elder Xie. If you hurt him, I'll fight you till my last breath." Actually, Xie Xun is quite afraid of Yin SuSu's needles. This cabin is quite small. The needles are tiny and move without sound. He really would have much trouble blocking them. He could kill Zhang CuiShan immediately, but doesn't really want to, thought, "This little girl must be afraid of me, which is why she hasn't made a move yet. If this continues, the result would be bad for everyone." So he said, "Then you make a promise on his behalf." Yin SuSu paused for a moment, then said, "Fifth Brother Zhang, I know we're no match for Elder Xie. Let's just follow him to his island for a year or two. With his intelligence, he's bound to figure out the Dragon Saber's secrets by then. I'll make the promise for you!"

Zhang CuiShan thought, "What stupid promise? Hurry up and fire the needles!" He hated the fact that he couldn't talk, nor make any gestures in the darkness. Besides, with his hands tied, Zhang CuiShan couldn't make any hand signals anyway.

Yin SuSu did not hear any response from Zhang CuiShan, so she said, "I, Yin SuSu, and Zhang CuiShan will remain with Elder Xie on his deserted island, until he finds the secrets to the Dragon Saber. Should we break the promise, we shall die under a saber or sword."

Xie Xun said with a smile, "What's so special about dying under a sword or saber for people like us?"

Yin SuSu gritted her teeth, said, "Fine, then let me die before the age of twenty!" Xie Xun let out a hearty laugh, and retracted his palms.