C487 Simon's Death!(2)

Coughing up a mouthful of fresh blood, Lopez stared at Loong Aotian with a look of defiance. Aotian's icy gaze met his as Lopez realized his attempt to block had been in vain. He hadn't stopped Aotian's move; he had only struck a mere afterimage, while the true attack had landed squarely on him.

Plagued by a myriad of unanswered questions, Lopez struggled to speak, seeking an explanation