Rebirth Space Pretty Girl Chapter 3023: Can't even hurt a girl

The archers were momentarily stunned, assuming their aim had simply faltered, so they loosed another volley of arrows.

The outcome mirrored their previous attempt; every projectile halted abruptly halfway to Murong Lingran.

Left with no choice, they continued their barrage, yet not a single arrow found its mark.

Panic began to set in among them. They feared the forest was haunted, for how else could such an impossibility occur!

Naturally, Murong Lingran was aware she was being targeted, but with the presence of Lord Changqi, she felt no trace of concern.

"God, didn't you claim they wouldn't kill me? From what I see, those arrows are aimed straight for my heart."

"They won't kill you, but did I ever say they wouldn't inflict serious harm? All they require is for you to reach that cave alive; they couldn't care less about your physical safety."

“…”

Murong Lingran conceded that his logic was sound. She remained silent for the rest of the journey, utilizing his divine power to bypass several hazards until she finally arrived at the cave mentioned in the letter.

Upon rounding the bend toward the cave entrance, she was immediately met by the sight of masked men in black garments staring her down.

The occupants within the cave heard the approach of horse hooves and emerged to investigate.

Observing that Murong Lingran was completely unharmed, the leader scowled and turned to his subordinates with dissatisfaction: "Did I not give you orders? You weren't supposed to let her arrive here in one piece. What are you doing? I pay you, yet you can't even injure a single girl!"

"Master, please calm your anger. We did exactly as you commanded, but she was incredibly lucky and missed every shot."

"Missing every time? Since when did my men become so incompetent?"

"This subordinate is also at a loss to explain it."

"Forget it. Since she is already here, I will spare you for the moment. I shall settle the score with you after she is dead."

"Yes, Master."

Listening to the leader’s arrogant declarations, Murong Lingran mocked: "You are far too certain of yourself. Die? I will not be the one dying today. It will be you and every single one of your men!"

The masked leader replied with fury: "Little girl, you are far too ignorant. You are on my territory now. If you dare to act wild, I will execute you along with those children."

Murong countered: "Kill me? We shall see if you possess the capability. Stop wasting breath; I am here as requested, so hand over those children immediately."

The masked leader said nothing more. With a wave of his hand, his subordinates went inside and dragged the children out.

The moment Shitou emerged, he spotted Murong Lingran and cried out with excitement, "Sister Ran!"

The other children were equally moved, looking toward her with eyes full of hope.

They had initially thought they misheard, never imagining that Sister Ran would truly come to their rescue.

Seeing that Murong Lingran had come alone, Shitou’s expression turned anxious as he shouted, "Sister Ran, run away! They want your life! I heard them talking—they want to use you to get to the Queen!"

The masked leader’s brow furrowed, and the man standing beside him immediately stepped forward, intending to slap Shitou.

Just as his palm was about to strike the boy, the man's arm suddenly veered off course and delivered a sharp blow directly to his own leader’s face.

Despite the mask, the leader felt a searing sting across his cheek. He barked in rage: "You fool! I told you to hit the brat, why are you hitting me?"

The man looked on in a daze, stammering: "Boss, I didn't mean to. I tried to strike the child, but for some reason, my hand suddenly stopped listening to me."