Bright Sword: This unit is really ruthless

Chapter 496: Heavily Guarded

During a training session, Zhang Ling had a conflict with another member. The other party laughed at his past cowardice, which aroused the anger deep in his heart. He lost his mind and attacked fiercely, almost beating the other party to death.

Ye Mei stopped him in time, but she did not blame him. Instead, she admired his ruthlessness.

"Very good, my little kitty, you are becoming more and more like a qualified Avenger."

Zhang Ling looked at his bloody hands, his heart filled with fear and confusion. He didn't know what he had become, he only knew that for revenge, he was no longer the same person he once was.

A few months later, Zhang Ling completed all the training. He became strong and cruel, like an emotionless killing machine.

Ye Mei made a revenge plan for him. The first step was to sneak into the city where Ling Yun was and collect intelligence.

Zhang Ling entered the city as a wanderer under the pseudonym "Shadow". He carefully concealed his identity and strength, and secretly observed Ling Yun's every move.

Ling Yun has now become a local tyrant, with enormous power and a luxurious life. He is surrounded by beautiful women, and he has been reveling in pleasure day and night, and has long forgotten Zhang Ling, whom he once bullied.

Zhang Ling looked at Ling Yun's arrogant appearance, and the fire of hatred in his heart burned fiercely. He swore to make Ling Yun pay the price and make him experience more painful torture than he had ever experienced.

He began to implement his plan. He used his disguise and stealth skills to get close to Ling Yun's confidants, steal information, spread rumors and create chaos.

He gradually undermined Ling Yun's power, leaving him isolated and helpless.

However, just when his plan was about to succeed, an accident happened.

During an operation, he was discovered by Ling Yun's guards and his identity was exposed.

Ling Yun was shocked to learn that the real identity of "Shadow" was Zhang Ling, who was once forced to jump off a cliff by him. He did not expect that Zhang Ling was still alive and had become so powerful.

He ordered a city-wide search for Zhang Ling, vowing to tear him into pieces.

Zhang Ling was forced into a desperate situation and fled to the wilderness outside the city.

Ling Yun brought a large number of troops to chase him and surrounded him.

"Zhang Ling, you didn't expect this day to come!" Ling Yun stood on a high place, looking down at Zhang Ling, his face full of pride and mockery, "Do you think you can get revenge by becoming this half-human, half-ghost appearance? You are wrong, you will only make me more excited!"

Zhang Ling looked at Ling Yun, his eyes as cold as a knife, "Ling Yun, you won't be so proud for too long. Even if I die, I will take you with me!"

The black runes in his body surged wildly, and a powerful force burst out, blowing the surrounding soldiers away.

He turned into a black shadow and rushed towards Ling Yun...

Just then, Ye Mei appeared.

She stood beside Ling Yun with a charming smile on her face, "Little cat, have you had enough fun? It's time to go home."

She stretched out her slender hand and waved it gently, and a black light enveloped Zhang Ling.

Zhang Ling felt a powerful force binding him and he could not move.

"Ye Mei, what do you mean?" Zhang Ling roared.

Ye Mei walked up to him and stroked his cheek gently, "Kitty, don't forget, you signed a contract with me. Your soul belongs to me."

She leaned close to Zhang Ling's ear and whispered, "It's time for your revenge to end..."

The black rune light faded away, and Zhang Ling felt an unprecedented strength in his body, as if he could smash a boulder with one punch. But he also felt a sharp pain, like thousands of ants gnawing at his bones. He looked down and saw black lines appearing on his skin, like twisted snakes, spreading over his body.

"The contract is done." Ye Mei's voice was still cold, but a hint of barely perceptible excitement flashed in her eyes. "From now on, you are a member of the 'Avengers', and also my...servant."

Servant? Zhang Ling's heart shuddered, and a sense of humiliation surged into his heart. But he immediately thought of Ling Yun's face, and the flame of revenge burned again, overwhelming the brief humiliation.

"I'm willing to do anything for revenge!" Zhang Ling said gritting his teeth.

"Very good." Ye Mei nodded with satisfaction, "Your first mission is to retrieve the 'Blood Soul Orb'."

"Blood Soul Orb?" Zhang Ling asked doubtfully, "What is that?"

"The Blood Soul Orb is a treasure with great power. It can help you improve your strength and complete your revenge." Ye Mei explained, "It is now in Ling Yun's hands."

"Ling Yun?" Zhang Ling clenched his fists. "I was worried that I couldn't find him!"

"Don't be too happy too soon," Ye Mei poured cold water on him, "Ling Yun is not that easy to deal with. He has been recognized by the Blood Soul Orb and his strength has greatly increased."

"So what?" Zhang Ling's eyes were burning with anger. "No matter how strong he becomes, I will kill him!"

Ye Mei looked at Zhang Ling, a hint of admiration flashing in her eyes.

"I like your ruthlessness," she said. "I will provide you with some help, but whether you can succeed in the end depends on you."

"I understand." Zhang Ling nodded firmly.

Ye Mei handed Zhang Ling a black sachet.

"There are some elixirs and weapons in here that can help you." She said, "Remember, the power of the 'Blood Soul Orb' is very strong. Once you get it, you must use it carefully, otherwise it will backfire on you."

"Thank you, leader!" Zhang Ling took the treasure bag and said solemnly.

"Go ahead." Ye Mei waved her hand, "I'll keep an eye on you in secret."

Zhang Ling left the castle and embarked on the road of revenge.

He slept in the open air and experienced many hardships along the way, and finally arrived at the city where Ling Yun was - Tianyun City.

Tianyun City is the sphere of influence of the Lingyun Family. It is heavily guarded and easy to defend but difficult to attack.

Zhang Ling disguised himself and sneaked into the city.

He found out that Ling Yun was practicing in seclusion in the City Lord's Mansion, preparing to break through to a higher level.

This is an excellent opportunity!

Zhang Ling decided to sneak into the City Lord's Mansion at night, seize the "Blood Soul Pearl", and take Ling Yun's life by the way!

As night falls, the City Lord's Mansion is brightly lit.

Zhang Ling was lurking outside the City Lord's Mansion, observing the situation around him.

The guards at the City Lord's Mansion were tighter than he had imagined. There was a guard post every three steps and a sentry every five steps, and patrols were endless.

It is definitely not possible to force your way in.

Zhang Ling observed carefully and found that there was a rockery in the backyard of the City Lord's Mansion, which seemed to be able to be climbed.

He decided to take a chance.

Zhang Ling was agile and climbed up the rockery silently like a civet cat.

He carefully avoided the guards' sight and slowly approached the wall of the City Lord's Mansion.

He leaped over the wall and entered the city lord's mansion.

The inner courtyard of the City Lord's Mansion is extremely luxurious with pavilions, towers, carved beams and painted buildings.

Zhang Ling sneaked all the way, avoiding the patrolling guards, and finally arrived outside the room where Ling Yun was in seclusion.

Two guards stood at the door of the room, watching everything around them vigilantly.

Zhang Ling hid in the dark, observing the two guards.

These two guards are both experts with a calm aura, and they look difficult to deal with at first glance.

A head-on fight won't work, we can only outsmart them.

Zhang Ling took out two pills from the brocade bag, snapped his fingers, and shot the pills at the guard.

The pill landed silently on the guard's neck.

Before the guard could react, he felt dizzy and fell to the ground.

Zhang Ling took the opportunity to slip into the room.

In the room, Ling Yun sat cross-legged, practicing with his eyes closed.

He exuded a powerful aura and had obviously reached a very high level.

The "Blood Soul Orb" was on the table in front of him, emitting a strange red light.

Zhang Ling held his breath and slowly approached Ling Yun.

Just when he was about to reach out to take the "Blood Soul Orb", Ling Yun suddenly opened his eyes.

A cold light flashed in his eyes, and he sneered, "You are finally here, Zhang Ling."

Zhang Ling was stunned. He didn't expect that Ling Yun had already discovered his existence.

"You...how do you know it's me?" Zhang Ling asked in astonishment.

Ling Yun stood up with a sarcastic smile on his face.

"Do you think your little trick can deceive me?" he said, "I knew you would come and I have been waiting for you."

"You..." Zhang Ling's heart sank, he knew he had been fooled.

"Hand over the 'Blood Soul Orb' obediently, and I can give you a quick death." Ling Yun said with a cold tone without a trace of emotion.

"Dream on!" Zhang Ling roared, how could he give up the opportunity for revenge!

He pulled out a dagger from his waist and rushed towards Lingyun.

"You don't know your own limitations!" Ling Yun snorted coldly and slapped Zhang Ling with his palm.

Zhang Ling felt a powerful force coming at him, and he quickly raised his dagger to block it.

"Dang!" With a loud noise, the dagger broke.

Zhang Ling was knocked flying and fell heavily to the ground.

He felt a sharp pain in his chest and a mouthful of blood spurted out.

"You think you can kill me?" Ling Yun looked down at Zhang Ling, his eyes full of disdain.

He walked towards Zhang Ling step by step, full of murderous intent.

"I...I won't give up!" Zhang Ling struggled to stand up, his eyes full of unwillingness.

He took out the last pill from the brocade bag and swallowed it in one gulp.

The pill melted in his mouth and a powerful force surged into his body.

His injuries recovered instantly and his strength was greatly improved.

He rushed towards Ling Yun again, several times faster than before.

There was a hint of surprise in Ling Yun's eyes. He didn't expect that Zhang Ling had another trick up his sleeve.

He quickly swung his palm to meet the attack.

The two men instantly engaged in a fight, with fists and feet colliding, making bursts of loud noises.

The furniture in the room was completely destroyed and it was a mess.

......

The black rune light faded away, and Zhang Ling felt a sharp pain in his body, as if he was pierced by countless steel needles. He clenched his teeth to prevent himself from uttering a groan.

After the light disappeared, Zhang Ling found that his body had undergone amazing changes. His skin became as pale as paper, his eyes turned blood red, and his nails became as sharp as knives.

"Congratulations, Zhang Ling, you are now a member of the 'Avengers'." Ye Mei's voice sounded in his ears, with a hint of strange charm, "From now on, your soul belongs to me."

Zhang Ling's heart sank, he knew there was no turning back.

"Tell me, where is Lingyun?" Zhang Ling's voice was hoarse and low, like a demon from hell.

Ye Mei smiled and said, "Don't be impatient, my little cat. The game of revenge has just begun. I will torture him slowly and make him live a life worse than death!"

Ye Mei waved his hand, and a man in black came over and handed Zhang Ling a black dagger.

"This is the 'Blade of Vengeance'. It will guide you to find Ling Yun." Ye Mei said, "Remember, don't let me down."

Zhang Ling took the dagger, and a cold energy instantly spread throughout his body. He felt the fire of revenge burning in his body, almost swallowing him up.