One by one, the broken steel bars fell at Yan's feet. Once she cut the one binding her body, she would gain her freedom.
Hurried footsteps echoed outside the door.
With a sudden bang, the door was thrust open.
The group disguised as bandits rushed in, quickly surveying the scene and grasping the situation.
Without a word, one of them swung a knife at Yan's hand that was holding Shorty.
In such circumstances, Yan couldn't block; she could only withdraw her hand, witnessing the swift knife stroke of the impostor — she was utterly unable to defend.
The impostor returned the knife to his superior, who then ordered the others, "Take him away." He immediately turned around to launch an attack on Yan.
The experienced fighter displayed adept combat prowess and sharp judgment.
Upon his entrance, he identified the key to resolving the issue: He first slashed free his superior, then quickly instructed his subordinates to remove him.
