In the alliance, the more they attack me, the stronger I become!

Cheng Xiao’s previous performance had already frightened him - how could he duel with such an unkillable monster!

Even if you gouge out his heart or chop off his head, he won't die!

Even if he were to reveal his ability in public, he would definitely end up dead!

It's not worth it no matter how you think about it to risk your own life to frame him!

"What, you don't dare?" Cheng Xiao took a step forward, completely overwhelming the other party in terms of momentum.

At the same time, he also felt it was a little ridiculous.

In fact, Marukolo is not weaker than him - at least when he is still alive.

Each Drakron possesses magical powers that are unimaginable to ordinary people. If they use their full strength, even a powerful war mother like Glenna will have to avoid their edge. Looking across the entire Freljord, there are probably only a handful of people who can match them.

If it was a fight to the death, although he could indeed defeat Marukolo, it would definitely come at a heavy price, and his terrifying abilities like immortality would definitely be exposed.

From the beginning to the end, this Drakron never really risked his life to fight him.

The Frost Witch's priest lost because of his courage.

"You don't even dare to duel. Does this prove that you admit it?"

Cheng Xiao further put psychological pressure on the other party.

Marukolo was sweating from his palms to his back, and his whole body was shrouded in a layer of silent fear.

Fortunately, the reputation he had accumulated within the tribe over a long period of time played a role at this moment—

"Since neither side can provide direct and strong evidence, why not just let this matter go for now."

An elder stood up and spoke for Marukolo with his head bowed.

Although she knew that she was favoring one side and was unfair to Cheng Xiao, she really couldn't bear to see Marukolo being forced into a desperate situation.

When her daughter fell seriously ill, it was Malukolo, the only one in the tribe who knew medicine, who came to her rescue.

She must repay the favor.

"Since neither side has much to lose, why not just let it go for now... We can observe carefully for a while, or wait until one side comes up with strong evidence. What do you think?"

"I think it's okay." Another Ice Warrior who had received favor from Marukolo stood up.

Then more people came.

“I also think this method is appropriate.”

"Yes, doing so will directly eliminate the possibility of accidentally injuring friendly forces."

"Well, that's good. Let's do it."

……

Many people spoke up for Marukolo, and the rest, even if they didn't, were tacitly accepting this approach.

Cheng Xiao watched silently, but was neither angry nor surprised.

He had already guessed this would happen.

The Frost Priest's control over the various tribes is reflected here.

Few people in the Freljord possess medical skills, leaving the Frost Priests with a near-monopoly on the entire icy plains' medical system. Under the orders of the Frost Witches, they infiltrate various tribes, using their medical skills and strange sorcery to infiltrate and ultimately control the entire tribe.

Once you get used to a life where illnesses can be cured, it will be impossible to go back to a primitive life without medical care.

Even though they now know that Marukolo may not be clean, it is difficult for them to get rid of it in the first place.

The Avarosan tribe is even considered relatively good.

In the Winter Claw tribe where Sejuani is, almost even the War Mother has been bewitched and controlled by the Frost Priests.

These frost priests monitor the actions of each tribe and will reveal their true colors if they discover any behavior that goes against the will of the Frost Witch.

For example, the Avarosa tribe is now crossing the red line in its search for the inheritance of Avarosa.

"In that case, let's both take a step back, Mr. Cheng Xiao." Seeing that everyone supported him, Marukolo calmed down a little.

Of course, there was more of a tough attitude: "I can forgive your previous rude behavior towards me, but I will continue to monitor you and find evidence of your betrayal of the tribe!"

"Today, I will just pretend nothing happened."

"Don't keep pestering me. Just stop now."

After saying this, everyone went to persuade Cheng Xiao again.

War Mother Glenna saw all of this, and although she didn't agree in her heart, she had no good solution - she knew very well how important Marukolo was to the tribe, and she also knew that this man had helped many tribesmen. It was impossible for her to go against the wishes of all the elders and Ice Warriors and force Cheng Xiao to put further pressure on Marukolo.

Only Ashe, who always sticks to the truth, feels dissatisfied.

But before she could say anything, Marukolo waved his sleeves and turned away.

"Cheng Xiao, take care of yourself. Don't let me find out that you are colluding with outsiders again."

Marukolo even mocked Cheng Xiao before leaving.

"You are an outsider, a Noxian... I really hope you are different from those bandits in the south - everyone knows they are just a bunch of lowly beasts."

"And stop trying to curry favor with Ashe. Someone like you is not worthy of our respected War Mother's daughter."

"She deserves a better blood alliance, and her descendants should also have the most perfect bloodline—the bloodline of frost."

"Blood of ice, understand?"

Marukolo never mentioned himself, but he never left himself out of his words.

He almost said out loud, "Don't use your dirty blood to taint the perfect Ashe. Let my pure ice blood give birth to perfect offspring."

Cheng Xiao looked at the gradually departing figure calmly, still without saying a word.

Seeing this, everyone felt relieved - they were just afraid that Cheng Xiao would not accept it and make a scene, which would cause trouble.

"Cheng Xiao..." Ash, standing by, gently tugged at the corner of Cheng Xiao's clothes, her expression and tone filled with guilt. "I'm sorry I couldn't help you and made you feel wronged... Don't take Marukolo's words to heart; he's just trying to disgust you."

Young Ashe apparently didn't notice that Marukolo's words actually included her as well - the kind of fantasy.

Cheng Xiao nodded, her expression still calm. "It's okay, I won't be angry at all."

"I only know how to..."

"What will happen?" Ash asked softly.

"A madman does what he wants."

"Eh?"

Ash blinked in confusion.

Cheng Xiao stepped on the iron sword on the ground under the girl's puzzled gaze.

The blade was lifted up by his toes, and the hilt fell into his hand.

Everyone realized something in an instant.

They opened their mouths or simply pounced on Marukolo.

But it was too late for everyone... too late.

Cheng Xiao used the throwing skills he learned in Noxus to throw the sword with all his strength.

puff--!

For a moment, everyone was stunned.

Marukolo widened his eyes in disbelief, then stiffly lowered his head little by little.

He saw an iron sword full of gaps piercing his body.

Finally, a smile appeared on Cheng Xiao's calm face.

"So this is what it feels like to attack someone from behind... That's pretty cool, Mr. Marukolo."

Chapter 11 I'll Steal Your Girl Tonight

Cheng Xiao never thought of letting Marukolo go from beginning to end.

Of course, he couldn't have fully anticipated the development of the situation, but he would never kill someone just because of the other party's ridicule.

From the moment he threw the iron sword over, he was prepared.

He knew that Marukolo would never dare to accept his invitation to a duel, and he also guessed that the Avarosans who had received Marukolo's favor would plead for him... but this was just right.

If this hadn't happened, Marukolo would have been highly wary of him—at least until he had completely left and ensured his safety.

But if he openly issues a duel invitation and is stopped by everyone, he will feel that everyone is protecting him, and thus feel safe and less vigilant.

And that was the best opportunity.

A frontal fight requires showing your trump cards, but a sneak attack is easy.

No matter how powerful a magician's magic is, the flesh and spine on his back are as fragile as those of an ordinary person.

"Cheng Xiao, are you crazy?!"

The elders decisively surrounded the seriously injured Marukolo, and some Ice Warriors also showed their weapons to Cheng Xiao.

To be honest, they care more about Marukolo than Cheng Xiao, an outsider.

He is the only doctor in the tribe!

Who was Cheng Xiao? Just a Noxian Ashe picked up from the outside. Even if she was beautiful and had considerable strength, what good was that? A beautiful vase, no matter how pretty, couldn't compare to a potent medicine!

Besides, it’s not certain who the traitor is now!

"Everyone clearly said that this matter should be over, why did you launch a surprise attack on the Frost Priest!" The elders were filled with righteous indignation, and the good-natured appearance of those who tried to mediate had turned fierce.

"You are so eager to kill the Frost Priest. Could it be that you are the real traitor?!"

"You damn lunatic! What have you done!"

"If anything happens to the Frost Priest, you will be held responsible!"

While scolding Cheng Xiao, everyone was frantically trying to stop the bleeding for Marukolo, but it was already too late.

Cheng Xiao's sword went straight through Marukolo's body. Although it did not hit his heart directly, his liver, intestines, lungs and other organs were damaged to varying degrees. At this time, he was having difficulty breathing and bleeding.

That pale face showed that he was not far from death.

He struggled to raise his hand, trying to use the magical power contained in the bone staff to heal himself, but it was too late.

He was injured too badly, and the magic power in his body became extremely chaotic, making it impossible to heal him.

Unless he is pulled back to Lissandra's Frost Keep and treated by a group of Drakrons at the same time, he will surely die.

And obviously, that is impossible.

It will take at least several days to travel from here to the Frost Castle.

"you you……!"

Knowing that his life was coming to an end, Marukolo pointed at Cheng Xiao with a trembling hand, his eyes full of disbelief and resentment.

"You dog of Noxus... I curse you...! You will be devoured by the devil... and die in the most painful way... Ashe will leave you... and everyone will spit on you...!"

"Don't even think about living...!"

But soon, the anger and resentment gradually turned into despair.

He could feel his life slipping away, and his vision grew increasingly blurry. He seemed to see a blurry darkness and nothingness, just like the scene he had glimpsed beneath the icy abyss... It was eternal darkness and a hopeless despair with no hope of life.

Death is about to come.

He could no longer speak, and only a few vague words came out of his trembling throat: "Lady of Ice and Darkness... Master of the Icefield... The ice of creation praises you... The pious priests will eventually leave... Ice and snow will last forever..."

After a moment, Marukolo's hands fell limply and his pupils dilated.

"Frost Priest!"

The tribesmen cried out in grief, but Cheng Xiao remained indifferent.