"Good."
The lead mugger across from her heard what An Ning said and lifted his chin, a hint of pride in his expression.
"We who walk this path have to have some honor. Leave the money, and you can go."
After the leader spoke, An Ning responded.
She took the basket off her back, gently setting it on the roadside with both hands. She glanced sideways at the sun, her brow furrowing slightly.
'I need to be quick.'
"Right, be quick. It's better for everyone—"
"THUMP!"
The leader felt as if his insides were on fire. The scenery on either side of him rushed forward at an incredible speed. The next second, with a resounding CRACK, he felt his butt shatter into eight pieces.
This time, An Ning didn't hold back.
'Why should she show mercy to someone trying to overpower her with brute force?'
