The assassin’s grasp of timing was extremely precise. Yun Yuqing was in a critical stage, where her mind and body were both completely joined with Zu An. Her head went blank in that instant. Even though she could sense the approaching danger, her entire body was trembling in that instant, and she was effectively unable to respond.

The assassin was also aware that she was the biggest threat, which was why he had targeted her back. The power behind his sword thrust was enough to skewer both of them.

With her back to the assassin, Yun Yuqing was completely powerless. Zu An, however, saw everything with perfect clarity.

He immediately switched positions with her, using his back to block the assassin’s sword.

*Splurt!*

The blade pierced straight through his body, and even the tip of the blade emerged through his chest to stab Yun Yuqing.

Her snow white...