Online: I Can See Health Bars Chapter 1374 - 614: An Unremarkable Success Surpasses Faultlessness (Part 2)

Upon spotting the approaching individual, the guards stationed at the martial arts school's entrance stiffened, snapping to attention and offering a salute, a clear sign of the newcomer's elevated standing within the institution.

"Cun Jinsui, a Grand Instructor of the Martial Pavilion within Hundred Fathoms Sect. He is renowned for his Thousand Needle Sword Technique. Among the esteemed Grand Instructors of the Martial Pavilion, he commands the fewest disciples, yet their collective prowess is unmatched." Yu Ji recited, his knowledge seemingly ingrained.

Both Fang Yu and Lu Qiaochun turned their gazes toward him simultaneously.

"How do you possess such detailed knowledge?" Lu Qiaochun inquired, curiosity piquing.

"I crossed paths with him once. Do you recall that night, when a figure clad in black launched a sudden assault upon us in the dimly lit street?"

Lu Qiaochun pondered, a flicker of recognition appearing.

The memory felt vaguely familiar.

But...

"Didn't we repel that attacker with just a few moves?"

The assailant's skill was rather modest, with only their footwork proving somewhat adept. Lu Qiaochun had nearly forgotten the encounter. Moreover, they were engaged in another mission at the time, leaving them with no opportunity to pursue the mysterious assailant who had vanished as abruptly as they had appeared. Their mission had ultimately been a success, thus the minor incident was largely dismissed. It was unexpected for Yu Ji to retain such a clear recollection.

"Indeed, the man in black did retreat. However, he wielded a sword, a rapier of a distinctive design, and there are few in Thunder City who favor such a weapon. Subsequently, I made inquiries with individuals from the Spring Department, and eventually identified several prominent swordsmen in the city known for utilizing this type of blade. Cun Jinsui was among them, thus leaving a lasting impression."

Lu Qiaochun expressed bewilderment, "Why did you withhold this information from me?"

"The individuals I needed to investigate proved rather elusive, and I eventually abandoned the pursuit. There was no concrete follow-up, so naturally, I did not relay the details to you."

While the two were engrossed in their discussion, Fang Yu interjected with a hint of confusion.

"Are you not afflicted by prosopagnosia?"

Yu Ji turned to Fang Yu, a touch of exasperation coloring his expression.

"Esteemed Sir, I merely suffer from face blindness, not complete visual impairment... I am still capable of discerning the weapons individuals carry..."

Fang Yu rubbed his head.

It seemed... there was no logical inconsistency?

By this juncture, Cun Jinsui, whistling a lighthearted tune, had traversed from the martial arts school to the entrance of the teahouse where Fang Yu and his companions were situated, proceeding inside with confident strides.

"Master Sui!"

The moment Cun Jinsui entered, the shopkeeper hastened to greet him with a cheerful demeanor, and a number of patrons seated in the first-floor hall of the teahouse also extended their greetings.

"Haha! Everyone, please enjoy your food and beverages. Indulge, indulge."

Cun Jinsui chuckled heartily, discarding the blade of grass from his mouth onto the floor, and addressed the shopkeeper.

"Shopkeeper, has the consignment of tea I inquired about previously arrived?"

"Yes, it has! It has arrived!" the shopkeeper affirmed with a bow. "Master Sui, your information was indeed accurate. A small caravan happened to pass through the main thoroughfare of Thunder City. I dispatched someone to investigate, and we successfully procured some."

Upon hearing that the shopkeeper had secured the tea, Cun Jinsui's eyes gleamed with anticipation.

Like one who has endured a prolonged period of vegetarianism and is suddenly presented with meat, his excitement was palpable, causing his voice to rise several decibels without his conscious notice.

"Excellent, excellent, excellent! I wish to acquire the entire stock. Brew me a pot immediately; I desire to savor it now!"

"Certainly! No problem!"

The shopkeeper signaled a waiter to escort Cun Jinsui to a private seating area on the second floor, while he himself proceeded to the kitchen to personally prepare the tea.

This entire exchange was observed by Fang Yu and his group from their vantage point on the second floor.

"Sir..."

As Cun Jinsui began ascending the stairs, Yu Ji and his companion simultaneously directed their attention to Fang Yu.

Fang Yu narrowed his eyes, took a sip of his tea, and stated calmly.

"The two of you, proceed to apprehend him."

Both were taken aback simultaneously.

"Here? Now?" Lu Qiaochun questioned, surprised.

Fang Yu offered no verbal reply, only a slight nod.

The two exchanged glances, their thoughts unreadable.

At that precise moment, Cun Jinsui, guided by the waiter, was making his way towards them, intending to pass by en route to the private rooms located further back.

The two parties converged at that instant.

Cun Jinsui's peripheral vision registered the trio without particular interest as he prepared to shift his gaze.

However, to his astonishment, the pair from the table of three suddenly surged to their feet!

Before Cun Jinsui could even process the movement, the duo closed the distance with astonishing speed!

"What are you doing!?"

Cun Jinsui reached for his sword, but his hand was swiftly seized by the cold grip of the woman who had launched the sudden assault!

Simultaneously, a sharp pain in his knee forced him to buckle, as his companion, launching a surprise attack from behind, swiftly subdued him!

"What, what are you doing! Who are you! What do you want!"

The waiter bellowed in alarm, turning to flee. Despite his panicked cries, his speed was remarkable, perhaps a testament to how often such predicaments arose, leading him to bolt the moment trouble brewed.

Nonetheless, the disturbance escalating on the second floor swiftly captured the attention of those around, particularly those lingering below.

"Mr. Cun?!"

"What are you doing to Mr. Cun!"

"Release Mr. Cun immediately! Do you have any idea who he is? He's a Grand Instructor at the Hundred Fathoms Martial Pavilion!"

Numerous individuals rose from their seats, their voices booming with indignation!

Their collective momentum was imposing, yet not a single soul dared to charge forward; they merely hurled threats from a distance.

It was absurd; if even a Grand Instructor from the Hundred Fathoms Martial Pavilion could be apprehended, what hope would they possess!

Furthermore, to speak the honest truth, they were hardly acquainted with Cun Jinsui and were merely seeking an opportunity to curry favor.

"Keep still!"

Effortlessly restraining him, Lu Qiaochun was genuinely uncertain if this individual was the assailant from that fateful night. However, it scarcely mattered. Such a feeble opponent, were it not for Fang Yu's interjection, she wouldn't have deigned to glance at twice.

Yet, amidst this momentary lapse in focus, Lu Qiaochun's expression abruptly shifted!

She observed that the man they had just subdued suddenly pulsed with a surge of power!

Before she could even process the change, Cun Jinsui's body lurched violently, executing a 180-degree spin. With a powerful heave, he flung her directly away!

Astonishingly, she was sent hurtling from the second story, crashing into the main hall below.

"Qiaochun!" Yu Ji exclaimed, his hand instinctively moving to his abdomen.

Stumbling back a step, he swiftly drew his blade. *Clang!* The sharp ring of steel echoed.

Yu Ji retreated several paces, his gaze locked onto the figure before him.

"It's you! It's undeniably you!" He could err in recognizing faces, but never in discerning martial arts!

This was the very person who had ambushed them that night!

At this precise moment, the assailant's strength had augmented immeasurably since their previous encounter!

In fact, his power seemed to rival Yu Ji's own!

Yu Ji cautiously faced his adversary, his peripheral vision noting their supposed leader, the Chief of the Black Department, calmly sipping tea, seemingly unconcerned with the unfolding events, as if entirely detached from the situation.

"All of you, clear out!!"

From behind came Lu Qiaochun's fierce command, accompanied by cries of alarm and the splintering sounds of furniture.

As someone accustomed to fighting alongside Lu Qiaochun, Yu Ji felt a profound sense of reassurance with her presence, which immediately steadied his nerves.

However, by now, Cun Jinsui had launched a ferocious assault!

So swift!? His movement technique was incomparable to that night!

But at long last, his attacks became predictable! Merely direct and unsubtle!

Sidestepping with agility, he retaliated with a backward slash, carving a wound across Cun Jinsui's thigh.

*Bam!* At this critical juncture, Lu Qiaochun ascended from the first floor, landing back on the second.

Due to the rapid shift in positioning, Cun Jinsui found himself instantaneously pinned between the two, caught from both front and rear.

During the tense stalemate that ensued, Cun Jinsui unexpectedly whirled around and abruptly lunged towards Fang Yu, who was nonchalantly enjoying his tea nearby!

"Sir?!" Yu Ji cried out in alarm!

Yet, his abilities were insufficient to intervene, and it was far too late even though he had foreseen the danger.

"Be cautious, Sir!" Lu Qiaochun shouted, though a measure of composure lingered in her voice, her gaze fixed intently on Fang Yu's position, a subtle hint of hidden intentions in her eyes.

"Ah..."

Fang Yu let out a soft sigh.

In the very next instant, just as Cun Jinsui was mere moments from reaching Fang Yu and extending his hand...

*Bang!* Cun Jinsui's head suddenly erupted!

Blood, like the contents of a ruptured watermelon, sprayed violently across the table.