The Young Man Protected by Her, Willing to Protect Her...

Gu Lan was dressed in a "school uniform" that stood out from the shabby surroundings, and a giant sword emitting a golden glow stood beside her. Her androgynous, beautiful, and handsome face now carried a provocative demeanor, exuding an arrogant aura. She might have come to a place full of bandits, but she looked more like a leader among them—a bandit queen, so to speak.

The beggar boss, who was originally arrogant, wilted under Gu Lan's oppressive presence. The aura of a person could not be faked. Gu Lan's confidence overflowed, indicating that she must have taken many lives before. Moreover, the mysterious weapon she held in her hand was something he had never seen before.

At this moment, the strange giant sword she brought from Yan Xiao's dream seemed to have a subtle connection with her, as if it were a part of her body.

Gu Lan lightly grasped the hilt of the sword, trying to sense this strange connection.