Mercenary Harem in Murim Novel

Chapter 76: Chapter 76 – Crowded Night

The situation of the next village was the same as before. And so were the three villages they passed by. The mood turned pretty grim as they saw the massacre.

The ominous Qi became more prominent, and Zhen could feel it getting closer and closer.

It was almost night, and Leo knew that their enemy was just up ahead.

"Let's stop here now." Leo said as he stopped the Humvee. "We will rest here and continue tomorrow morning. The ominous Qi is getting stronger, so be prepared. We will encounter our enemy soon. How is your Nanite, Chiaki?" Chapter Stay:

"I am fully recovered, Leader. And I left one mini-Coco in each village in case the perpetrator returned. Please don't worry. They don't even take 1% of my Nanites reserve."

"Good." Leo nodded. "Shui, can you cut some branches for our fire?"

"Hahaha, yeah. Use your sword and gather the firewood, sword maniac." Jack laughed, teasing Shui.

But the swordsman didn't take it too kindly.

"Heh. At least I am useful rather than becoming an extra baggage in the group." He sneered back.

"You fucking asshole! Come here and fight!" Jack yelled, ready to jump at him.

But Leo interrupted their quarrel.

"Enough. Don't fight here. Jack, go and help Shui gather the firewood. Start the fire too. And Mr. Zhen, can you help me set the tent?

I will teach you how to do it."

"Understood."

"Leader, I can help you with that." Chiaki offered.

"No, Chiaki. You are to set a defensive alarm around the area. I am counting on you."

"Yes, Leader."

After a few minutes, everyone was busy setting their camp and preparing for the night. The man from Hao Sect was surprised when he saw the modern tent Leo took out from the Humvee's trunk.

He was impressed with how comfortable the tent was and even asked for the price.

Unfortunately, Leo couldn't mass produce these tent yet, so he only laughed and didn't answer.

Once the sun started to set, the night came. The sound of wood burning was the only noise around them.

And it was the most peaceful night they had so far. Leo talked a few random things with Jack and Shui. They also retold their stories from the past.

While the two guys talked, Leo glanced at Zhen.

The middle-aged man was lost in his thoughts, looking at the fire without blinking. It was obvious that the situation was getting to him.

"Mr. Zhen, let me be clear." Leo's voice rang clearly in the air, attracting everyone's attention. "Your purpose in this journey is to watch over us and ensure the epigraph reached Hao Sect's warehouse safely. And our job is to secure the epigraph and transport it. To be honest, your safety is none of our concern."

Facing Leo's cold words, Zhen frowned.

"However, you are a 6 Star martial artist. I believe you are skilled enough to defend yourself." He continued, "That's why, leave the fight to us. Stay near the Humvee with Jack. He will be hidden from a safe distance. And you can focus on protecting the vehicle. That's your job.

Understand?"

"... Yeah, I understand."

"Good. Now, everyone, go to sleep. We will have a long week ahead of us. This might be the last time we can sleep comfortably."

Everyone nodded and went to sleep.

Their sleep didn't last that long. Around two hours after midnight, the alarm Chiaki had set up started ringing.

A light shock ran through Leo's body as he was jolted awake. He immediately jumped from the tent and gave out orders.

"Everyone, wake up! We have intruders."

Within seconds, the other three followed suit. Shui already had his sword drawn and Jack held PhoSni. Meanwhile, Chiaki's hand stroked Coco on her shoulder, ready to give command to the metal toy.

"There are 30 people." Chiaki said, "They are probably scout as they keep their distance. Coco is ready, Leader. Your command."

"Kill them all."

No need to hesitate. Once they arrived around the ruin's area, Leo was ready to shed blood.

Once Chiaki heard the command, she gave command to Coco. The small metal toy responded and became bigger. Its size was now bigger than Chiaki. It hovered around her back like her shadow but moving on its own.

"Coco, eat them."

"Grrgrgrggrrrr."

The metal toy growled and rushed forward. Its sharp claw tore through the trees and tearing them down. Nothing could stop its advance. It was like a road roller that rolled everything in its path.

"W-what the hell is that?!"

One of the ambushers shouted in surprise, alerting his friends. Many people in dark clothes got surprised when a monster suddenly appeared in front of them.

"It's a beast!"

"Prepare to attack. Don't let it get close."

They were quick to respond and drew their weapons. All of them were martial artists and had high potential. Their Qi was like a raging storm and they were ready to unleash their technique.

"Sword Rain!"

"Nine Sky Piercer!"

"Blazing Fist of Fire!"

All of them launched their most powerful technique at the metal toy. Fire fist, wind sword, and every kind of attack were thrown toward Coco, but it didn't budge an inch.

"What?!"

"How can it take so much damage?"

They were shocked and confused, wondering what kind of monster it was.

Coco was not weak enough to be affected by such an attack. Its body was made from the strongest nano-alloy, and the energy shield surrounding its body could withstand a nuclear explosion.

Besides, it also had a self-regenerative function. The

"Arghh!!!"

The monster rushed toward them and started ripping them apart. One by one, their heads were torn off their body and the ground was filled with blood.

While they were focused on Coco, Jack sniped the one standing behind. A zapping sound rang and a human figure fell to the ground.

Following that, a blurry shadow suddenly approached the man in black separated from the group. A silver arch appeared and the head of the man fell to the ground.

"Oh, that was impressive for a sword maniac."

"Heh, it's the least I can do."

"Don't get distracted. There are still enemies around."

The two men who were arguing a second ago were now focused on the battle after Leo spoke. Coco was still rampaging and took down 20 people while Jack and Shui fought the rest.

It was the definition of a one-sided fight.