Invincibility starts when I see the BOSS health bar.

Chapter 975, is it possible?
At this moment, Fang Yu finally understood where that contradictory feeling of "familiar yet unfamiliar" came from.

Although Brother Qing maintained the familiar appearance, when he used his power, he would inevitably reveal some characteristics of his demonic form. In addition, Fang Yu hadn't seen Brother Qing for quite some time, which explained the subtle sense of unfamiliarity he felt.

Fang Yu was so excited to finally see Brother Qing again that he was at a loss for words. Or rather, he had so many things and experiences that he wanted to share with Brother Qing.

Since leaving Tianyuan Town, he had wandered and stumbled his way to the capital, where he finally saw the glimmer of hope for his second sister's resurrection... Fang Yu had never truly mentioned the grievances, hardships, and loneliness he had endured along the way to anyone. Even Ding Hui was more of a witness than a confidante.

But Qingyao is different.

Fang Yu really had a lot on his mind that he wanted to say to Qing Yao, to share with him, and to gain his understanding and approval.

Qingyao smiled at this moment, seemingly seeing through Fang Yu's excited yet helpless feelings. He reached out and naturally touched Fang Yu's somewhat messy hair, his tone filled with nostalgia and emotion.

"When I heard that a huge, iconic black tree had suddenly appeared in the capital, my first thought was that it might be you. But at the time, I was under some restrictions and it was inconvenient for me to come out and look for you immediately, otherwise we would have met earlier."

Upon hearing this, Fang Yu was taken aback, immediately catching the key information in the words.

"Brother Qing, have you run into some trouble?"

Fang Yu's tone immediately became anxious and full of concern.

Things are different now. He now possesses the strength to fight against a sixth-level Soul Realm expert. He is no longer as weak as before, who could only be chased around like a dog and was powerless to resist.

No matter what trouble Qingyao encountered, Fang Yu believed that with his current strength, he could eventually lend Qingyao a hand, and help in some way.

However, Qingyao clearly didn't want Fang Yu to take risks for him. He simply smiled dismissively, as if the so-called "restriction" was no big deal, and cleverly changed the subject.

With a hint of teasing and amusement, Qingyao pointed to the dying Ya Qingli on the ground and asked.

"Blood Demon, what do you plan to do with this guy?"

Blood Demon...

It's been so long since I've heard anyone refer to themselves by this name.

Fang Yu's thoughts seemed to be instantly pulled back to the time he spent in Tianyuan Town.

Perhaps it was the beautifying filter of memory itself, or perhaps it was nostalgia for that naive yet exciting time, but Fang Yu couldn't help but start to miss the days he spent in Tianyuan Town.

Fang Yu's attention was only drawn back to reality when the person on the ground let out a violent and painful cough.

The object that Qingyao was pointing at was none other than Ya Qingli, who was lying on the ground, barely alive and almost motionless.

Her hands and feet were long gone, leaving only her head and torso barely clinging to life, gasping for breath, each breath seemingly exhausting all her strength, laced with blood and foam.

Fang Yu's expression became subtle.

In his view, Ya Qingli, who was incredibly powerful and invincible, was reduced to such a miserable state in just a few moves by Brother Qing.

and……

【Ya Qingli: 842/50000.】

Ya Qingli's maximum health... has actually changed?!
Fang Yu's expression became even more subtle and puzzled.

He originally thought this was a super strong person with 100,000 HP, but he didn't expect that his actual maximum HP had dropped to 50,000.

Or was it that she originally only had a strength of 50,000 HP, and had only used some unknown secret technique or method to forcibly increase her strength temporarily, creating the illusion of 100,000 HP?
Fang Yu had no way of knowing the truth.

But he knew one thing clearly: This woman had just tried to kill him!

Fang Yu has never been one to show mercy to enemies who want his life.

He sneered, his killing intent already made up.

"Naturally, we should just kill them outright."

Qingyao didn't stop him; instead, she showed a hint of curiosity and asked.

"Oh? You don't want to stick to your ideal of peaceful coexistence between humans and transvestites anymore?"

Fang Yu shook his head slightly, his eyes resolute.

"Among humans, there are good and bad people, and among demons... there are also those like you, Brother Qing, who are loyal and righteous. My ultimate goal is for humans and demons to coexist harmoniously, but that doesn't mean that those enemies with malicious intentions have the right to live. If she wants to kill me, she should naturally be prepared to be killed by me."

Having said that, Fang Yu said no more. The bone blade on his arm instantly sprang out, gleaming with a cold light, and was about to slash down hard at Ya Qingli's head!

But Ya Qingli was staring intently at the two of them, her eyes filled with endless resentment and a hint of madness at finally seeing the truth. With her last bit of strength, she roared hysterically.

"Blood Demon! He called you Blood Demon! You really are... ugh!!"

Bah! ! !
The blade flashed by, clean and swift.

Ya Qingli's words came to an abrupt halt, and her head was instantly separated from her body.

【Ya Qingli: 0/50000.】

[System notification: Congratulations to the player for defeating [Ya Qingli], gaining 50 experience points.]

[System notification: [Ya Qingli] has been detected as human; the [Azure Demon Bloodline] talent has been triggered.]

[System notification: Detected that [Ya Qingli]'s cultivation level is higher than the player's. Acquire 50% of her maximum health.]

[System notification: Congratulations, player, your maximum health has increased by 25000 points.]

Buzz buzz buzz! ! !
Just as Ya Qingli was about to die, a sharp, piercing scream suddenly erupted from her mangled body!
Although the sound lasted only a few seconds, its sharpness was astonishing, as if it contained some special frequency, piercing through the night sky and rapidly spreading into the distance, as if conveying some specific message.

Fang Yu frowned slightly, instinctively sensing that the sound seemed to foreshadow something ominous.

The green demon beside him also looked more serious, clearly realizing something.

At this moment, Fang Yu looked at his system notification, which showed that his maximum health had increased dramatically.

His expression became increasingly complicated.

"So this woman wanted to kill me because she mistook me for a demon... But since I came to the capital, I haven't done anything demonic." Fang Yu was full of confusion.

He felt like he was always slaying demons and monsters, so why was he being treated as one?

It can't be because he killed too many demons that people thought there was infighting among the demons, right? That reason is too far-fetched.

"Diao Deyi, do you know who she is?" Qingyao spoke up at this moment, her tone serious. "With her strength and methods, it's impossible for her to remain unknown in the capital. You killed her, have you thought about how to deal with the aftermath? The trouble is likely to be considerable."

Fang Yu remained calm upon hearing this. After all, the two had already formed a blood feud when they started fighting.

"She claims to be the lord of the Foolish Underworld, and her strength is indeed quite remarkable. However, as far as I know, the Foolish Underworld doesn't seem to hold a top position among the major powers in the capital. I've found a powerful backer in the capital with a strong background who should be able to protect me. Brother Qing, you don't need to worry too much about me."

"Yeah……"

Qingyao seemed a little hesitant. The words she was about to say caught in her throat, as if she was weighing something.

Fang Yu noticed Qing Yao's hesitation and asked with concern.

"Brother Qing, do you have any ideas? Please speak freely."

Qingyao hesitated for a moment, looking into Fang Yu's clear eyes that were full of trust in her. After thinking for a while, she finally spoke slowly and deliberately.

“Diao Deyi, you may not know this, or you may not know it in detail. This capital city may seem calm, but in reality, there are undercurrents and many demons hiding there... Their influence is deeply entrenched and far exceeds your imagination.”

"I know this."

Fang Yu interrupted him directly, his tone certain.

No way, he hasn't been idle in the capital. He's personally killed countless demons, so how could he not know this basic information?

At this moment, Qing Yao's expression became increasingly subtle and complex. He stared at Fang Yu and slowly asked.

"So...the recently prominent figure in the capital, that 'masked man' who specializes in hunting demons, is really you?"

Fang Yu's expression froze instantly, and his eyes flickered.

He instinctively wanted to deny it vehemently, after all, it was one of his secrets...

But soon, he reacted.

This is Brother Qing! One of the people he trusts most!

He lowered his head slightly and responded in a low but firm voice.

"Yes, yes... Brother Qing, you know about me too?"

Although the two brothers share a deep bond, at this moment they seem to be in a delicate, different, or even opposing camp.

Fang Yu never hesitates to kill demons; this is his principle and his path to advancement.

As for Qingyao... he is ruthless when killing, which is due to his race and stance.

In a sense, the current situation and relationship between the two is actually very delicate and complicated.

"You've made such a commotion, it's hard not to notice."

Qingyao sighed, her tone tinged with helplessness, but then looked at Fang Yu with a doting and indulgent smile in her eyes.

"But it's alright. It's just that some demonic forces in the capital have become extremely dissatisfied with you, seeing you as a thorn in their side, and want to do something behind the scenes to get rid of you. But it's okay, I'm here, I'll help you sort it out. I'll let them know that touching you is tantamount to being my enemy."

Upon hearing this, Fang Yu's heart skipped a beat, a warm feeling welled up inside him, but he also felt pressured.

He is facing a mysterious organization that wants to eliminate him, and a powerful demonic force that sees him as a mortal enemy.

While slaying demons along the way in the capital was exhilarating and brought him rapid growth in strength, the troubles and enemies he caused also snowballed.

"So, Brother Qing, what was your original idea...?" Fang Yu asked tentatively, wanting to know Qing Yao's plans.

"My original idea was to find a suitable time to formally introduce you to the leading figures of other demonic forces in the capital."

Qingyao frankly said, "With my reputation and strength, they at least won't dare to do anything to you openly and will give me face. The reason why those demon forces are responsible for your safety to a certain extent is firstly because their strength in the capital is strong enough to provide some guarantee. Secondly, I can indirectly control and understand the situation through them, thus ensuring your safety to the greatest extent."

He changed the subject, his tone revealing distrust of humanity: "But if we were to entrust your safety entirely to other humans... to be honest, I would find it hard to feel at ease. After all, there are only a handful of powerful humans in the entire capital who can absolutely protect you. Moreover, they are often high-ranking and powerful, and have no connection with us. They have no reason to stand up to the pressure and threats from other demonic forces for your sake."

Qingyao's distrust of humans and his extreme concern for Fang Yu's safety greatly fueled his desire for control. Deep down, he still hoped that Fang Yu would obey his arrangements and accept his protection.

However, Qingyao still respected Fang Yu's own wishes and choices.

Therefore, he simply looked at Fang Yu, carefully explaining the pros and cons, wanting to hear Fang Yu's own thoughts and decisions.

“Brother Qing, I’m afraid I can’t completely follow your arrangements this time…” Fang Yu pondered for a moment, but decided to tell the truth: “To be honest, the backer I’ve found is Master Ouyang. Master Ouyang is extremely skilled in the art of formations. As long as I’m in the Ouyang Mansion, with the powerful formations inside, even if there’s a huge problem, no one should be able to easily touch me. That’s the safest place for me right now.”

"Master Ouyang?"

Qingyao's expression shifted slightly, clearly indicating that she had heard of this name.

As an envoy sent by the Demon Capital, Qingyao was arranged by Lord Lan to enter the capital. Naturally, she had also done her homework on the human powerhouses in the capital who needed special attention and had heard many rumors and news about them.

Master Ouyang, who lives a secluded life, is naturally one of the figures who deserves our attention.

This guy has always been mysterious, famous for his superb array formations. As for his true strength, there is no specific explanation from the outside world, and opinions vary.

In this situation where it was impossible to make an accurate judgment, Qingyao was actually very uneasy about entrusting Fang Yu's safety entirely to the Ouyang family.

After thinking for a moment, he decided to try a different approach, focusing on Fang Yu's own needs when trying to persuade him.

“I have long heard of Master Ouyang’s mastery of formations. If you can truly rely on the protection of the formation, it can indeed keep you safe. However, this would be tantamount to completely binding you within the Ouyang Manor, greatly restricting your freedom of movement. But if you follow my arrangements and reach a superficial reconciliation with other demonic forces, then…”

Qingyao was still patiently persuading and analyzing when suddenly, as if he had keenly sensed something, his expression paused slightly, then turned into a helpless bitter smile, and he shook his head and said, "Fine, fine, since you have made your decision, then do as you please. As long as you think it's safe."

Fang Yu was wondering why Qing Yao had suddenly changed his attitude, so he turned around and looked back in the direction of Qing Yao's gaze.

(End of this chapter)