Lu Zhanyuan shielded Li Mochou behind him, his gaze sharp as he stared straight at the Black-Scaled Monster and declared in a resonant voice:
"We are merely passing through and wish to cross the river. We mean no offense."
Hearing this, the Black-Scaled Monster burst into a wild, arrogant laugh that sent ripples spreading across the river's surface.
"Cross the river? This Black River is my territory! If you want to pass, leave a toll, or don't blame my blade for showing no mercy!"
Li Mochou arched her eyebrows in anger, let out a cold snort, and said, "You are a thoroughly overbearing monster, daring to engage in highway robbery in broad daylight!"
Chapter 287