The path of the betrayed sky

### ** Chapter 10: The Invasion of the Mansion **

The night fell over the mountains, bringing with it a heavy and mystery silence. Liang Feng and Mei Lin were in the mansion library, studying former crop scrolls. The light of the candles proceeded dancing shadows on the walls, creating a quiet atmosphere.

However, peace was broken by a distant scream, followed by the sound of hasty steps in the corridor. Liang Feng got up immediately, holding his wooden sword.

- "What was that?" He asked, looking at Mei Lin.

She was also on alert, her amber eyes shining with worry.

- "Something is wrong. Let's see."

They left the library and followed the sounds to the central courtyard of the mansion. There, a group of unknown cultivators was fighting the mansion guards. The invaders wore dark costumes, with symbols of a rival sect embroidered in their clothes.

"It's the shadow clan," Mei Lin whispered, recognizing the symbols. - "They must be behind the spiritual crystal."

Liang Feng squeezed the handle of the sword, feeling a wave of anger. He knew he couldn't let the invaders go unpunished.

"Stay here," he said to Mei Lin, advancing toward the courtyard.

However, she held him by the arm, his voice firm.

-"I'm going with you. We can't face them alone."

Liang Feng hesitated, but knew she was right. He nodded, and the two ran to the courtyard together.

The invaders had already knocked down most of the guards, but stopped seeing Liang Feng and Mei Lin approaching. One of them, a tall man with a scar on his face, laughed at seeing them.

- "Two mice came to face us?" He moved, bravely a black sword.

Liang Feng did not respond, but circulated the Qi in his body, feeling the energy flow through his wooden sword. He advanced quickly, dodging man's attacks and counterattacking with precise blows.

Mei Lin was left behind using his spiritual range to create Qi barriers and protect Liang Feng. She also launched gusts of energy, overthrowing the invaders who tried to flank them.

The battle was intense, but Liang Feng and Mei Lin worked together as if they had trained for years. He used his strength and aggressiveness as she complemented with her accuracy and strategy.

Finally, the leader of the invaders fell to the ground, defeated. The others fled, leaving behind their injured companions.

Liang Feng took a deep breath, feeling the adrenaline running in his veins. He looked at Mei Lin, who was a little tired but unharmed.

- "Are you well?" He asked, his voice full of concern.

She waved her head, smiling slightly.

- "I am good and you?"

Liang Feng looked at his lightly shaking hands. He knew this was just the first of many battles, but he also knew he was no longer alone.

"I'm fine," he said finally. - "Thanks for being by my side."

Mei Lin put his hand over his, surprising him with the gesture.

- "We are a team now, Liang Feng. I won't leave you alone."

Liang Feng looked at her, feeling a new determination burn inside him. He knew that the way ahead would be difficult, but he also knew that there was someone who he could trust.

"Let's clean it," he said, looking at the bodies of the invaders. - "And then we need to prepare. They will come back."

Mei Lin waved his head, his serious expression.

- "And we will be ready."