Unlimited priesthood

Chapter 12 Madman
"Golden Bell!"

"Release your true energy!"

Seeing Long Jian display this unique skill, the people around him became even more nervous and attentive.

In martial arts practice, one first builds up internal strength and then transforms it into true qi.

Internal force, as the name suggests, is the body's internal strength, which bursts out from the flesh and blood. Although it does exist, it cannot be expressed independently from the body. It is a tangible and intangible force.

True Qi is different. It has condensed into substance, can leave the body, and be observed by the naked eye. At this moment, the faintly visible gas shield around Long Jian is the true Qi released from the body using the "Golden Bell Cover" method.

This kind of method is also the performance of a first-class master. The higher the cultivation level, the thicker the true qi, and the farther the distance it can be released. People like Long Jian, whose true qi is only three inches away from the body, can only be considered middle-to-low-level among true qi masters.

It is said that the best Qi masters can release Qi several feet away and ensure that it does not dissipate after leaving the body. Its power is so great that even picking leaves and flying flowers can hurt people. When it is condensed into sword energy, it is even more fierce.

Although Long Jian does not have such ability, this golden bell energy shield three inches away from the body is also extraordinary. It is difficult to break through it even with swords, spears, swords and halberds, let alone human fists and feet.

The man in black didn't care at all that his opponent used such a unique skill, and punched out with a heavy punch, as fast as an arrow from a bowstring or a cannon from a barrel, with unparalleled strength and violence.

"Boom!!!"

There was a loud thud, like the sound of a huge bell. Long Jian lowered his horse stance and circulated the internal energy in his body, wanting to turn his strength to fight back.

As a top-notch martial art that is famous in the martial arts world, the Golden Bell Cover can not only protect the body, but also reverse the force through the circulation of true energy to shock the opponent, achieving the effect of striking first. The greater the force of the attack, the stronger the recoil.

With Long Jian's Qi cultivation, this kind of counterattack is enough to break steel knives and iron swords. If the Qi master is not prepared, he will suffer serious injuries.

but……

"Boom!!!"

Long Jian's body shook, his horse stance lowered, and his Qi was circulated to the limit, but he was horrified to find that he could not break the opponent's fist force.

So cool!

So strong! !
So fierce!!!

Long Jian's teeth were clenched, his face was flushed, and his eyes were filled with fear that was difficult to describe.

Can't be dissolved!

Can’t go back!
Don't be shocked!
Although his Golden Bell Cover had been defeated before, that was either because the opponent had a high level of cultivation and the quality of their true energy was far superior to his, or they had mastered peerless magical skills that were beyond the sophistication of the Golden Bell Cover and therefore difficult to dissolve.

Which situation is this now?
Long Jian couldn't explain it clearly, he felt it was a bit of both.

This man's fist, this man's strength, was so powerful, fierce and fierce, condensed to an incredible level, like a steel cannonball coming at him, and the Golden Bell Cover Kung Fu he had practiced for decades could not control it at all.

What kind of boxing is this?
What kind of boxing is this!
"boom!!!"

Before he could get an answer to his question, he heard a loud bang, and his true energy surged and burst, breaking the golden bell. Long Jian was horrified, but there was no way to avoid it, so he could only watch as the other party punched him hard.

"puff!!!"

After the loud bang, blood splattered, and Long Jian's body was blasted out like a cannon, falling ten feet away, causing dust to fly.

Looking at the spot again, the man in black put away his boxing stance, and without even checking whether his opponent was dead or alive, he turned around and went to the restaurant.

Seeing this, the Beggar Gang disciples surrounding the formation scattered like birds and beasts, not even daring to check whether the helmsman Long Jian was alive or dead.

"drive!"

The man returned to the front of the store, jumped on his horse, and rode away, leaving everyone looking at each other in bewilderment.

Half a day passed and it was already late at night. The Happy Forest was brightly lit and another group of people came hurriedly. They were also dressed as beggars. The old man in the lead had nine sacks hanging on his body. There were also many other people. They hurriedly steered the boat towards the river.

"It's from the Beggars' Sect!"

"A Nine-Bag Elder has arrived!"

"What the hell does this happen?"

Seeing the Beggar Gang elders rushing over, people from all sides were even more shocked and confused.

In this way, a night passed, and it was not until the next morning that those who were well-informed began to discuss the matter in this happy forest.

"That man, calling himself Wu Kuangtu, whose origins are unknown, appeared in the Central Plains three months ago. He roamed around several prefectures in Heluo, attacking and killing members of the Beggars' Sect everywhere he went."

"Yesterday, he raided Hejian Prefecture and killed the Silver-legged Beggar Dong Xi. He then rushed to Happy Forest and killed the Golden-bodied Beggar Long Jian and the Iron-palm Beggar Zhang Chao."

"Including these three, hundreds of Beggars' Sect members have died at his hands in just three months, including several Seven-Bag Elders and branch helmsmen."

"This man's martial arts skills are superb. At such a young age, he can fight against masters of true qi. Even the Beggars' Sect is on pins and needles."

"I heard that this matter has alarmed the Beggars' Sect leader, who has mobilized several Nine-Pouch Elders and the Four Guardians, along with Five Lotus Messengers, to conduct an inspection, determined to eliminate this person."

"Wu Kuangtu, Wu Kuangtu, why on earth is this person trying to make things so difficult for the Beggars' Sect?"

"Or maybe there's some grudge, after all, the Beggars' Sect's actions..."

"This person is so young, yet he has such strength. I'm afraid he has an extraordinary background."

"If this great evil cannot be eradicated as soon as possible, the entire Beggars' Sect will be unable to sleep or eat in peace."

"The Beggars' Sect is the largest gang in the world, with millions of disciples spread across the country and on both sides of the Yellow River. The gang is filled with experts, so taking down a small martial arts fanatic shouldn't be easy, right?"

"That may not be the case..."

The sound of discussion echoed everywhere, making the undercurrent even more turbulent.

This went on for several months.

Henan Prefecture, Ministry of Justice, in the burial room.

"My heart meridians are completely broken!"

"My lungs are like mud!"

"Break your brain with a heavy punch!"

"Tiger claws split the throat!"

"It's him, there's no mistake!" Looking at the corpses with tragic deaths, Leng Wuqing frowned and remained silent for a long time.

Sheng Xiayou was also silent. After a long while, he murmured, "Martial Madman..."

"It's really crazy!"

Leng Wuqing took over the conversation: "In less than a year, he killed thousands of people, not even sparing the imperial officials. Such lunatics have rarely been seen since ancient times."

Sheng Xiayou frowned: "What on earth does he want to do?"

"Generally speaking, murderers are either motivated by money, or are attracted by sex, or are motivated by conflicts of interest, new grudges, or old grudges."

Leng Wuqing frowned, "But this person, from the imperial officials to the street scoundrels, as well as the people in the martial arts world, does not let anyone go. This kind of behavior..."

"An official appointed by the imperial court, a scoundrel in the market!"

"Brothels and gambling houses, wealthy and powerful people!"

"Beggars' Gang, Iron Palm Gang, Sea Sand Gang, Giant Whale Gang, Yellow River Gang!"

Sheng Xia You touched his chin and speculated, "Is it really as he said, that he is acting on behalf of heaven?"

"..."

Leng Wuqing turned around and looked at him, not knowing how to respond for a moment.

"That's the only explanation."

Sheng Xia You said in a deep voice: "It's not for money, it's not for sex, there's no hatred, and there's no resentment. Then it's either for fame and self-satisfaction, or it's to practice some weird martial arts that requires killing people to practice."

"..."

Leng Wuqing was silent again after hearing this, and only spoke after a moment: "No matter what, we can no longer allow him to do what he wants. He has caused unrest in the various prefectures of Heluo, and the martial arts world is in turmoil. Everyone is in danger. If he continues to make trouble, I'm afraid he will cause a huge chaos."

"That's true, but what can we do?"

Sheng Xiayou shook his head. "So many local thugs couldn't catch him. How are we supposed to catch him with so few people in the Divine Constable Sect?"

"..."

Tie Wuqing pondered for a moment, "Perhaps we can start with the Beggars' Sect. He chose the Beggars' Sect first, so there must be a reason. Maybe we can find some clues."

"Beggars' Sect?"

Sheng Xiayou glanced at him and said, "If the Beggars' Sect knew any clues, they would have caught him and dug him out long ago."

"Captain Sheng is absolutely right!"

As soon as he finished speaking, a light laugh was heard coming from the sky.

"Um!?"

The two men's eyes flashed, and they immediately held down their swords. They looked around and said in a cold voice, "Who is it?"

"Hahaha!"

The sound of chuckles echoed in all directions and finally converged into one place. The two looked in the direction of the sound and saw an old man sitting nearby. He had entered the funeral room at some point.

The old man had a head full of white hair and was wearing a ragged shirt full of patches. He was clearly barefoot, but his feet were not dirty at all. He sat on the morgue with a look of contentment, completely ignoring the miserable corpses around him.

"It turns out to be the Three Absolute Divine Beggar!"

Sheng Xiayou's eyes narrowed, and he immediately bowed and saluted: "Greetings, Senior!"

"An old beggar is not worthy of such a gift from two great detectives."

The Three Supremes Divine Beggar waved his hand, jumped down from the morgue, and walked slowly to the two of them with his hands behind his back. "I've come here today to ask the two Divine Constables for a favor. Please go back and tell Mr. Zhuge to come and eliminate this scourge. This will bring peace to the Jianghu and the martial arts world, and prevent chaos in the world and the destruction of our country and our families!"

"Um!?"

The two of them stared at each other, and Sheng Xiayou said, "What do you mean, Senior?"

"That's literally what it means!"

The Three Supreme Divine Beggars looked indifferent: "For the peace of the martial world, and for the peace of the world, please pass on this message."

Sheng Xia You closed his eyes slightly, looked at him for a long moment, and finally said, "The Beggars' Sect is the largest gang in the world, with millions of disciples, countless experts, and even a top figure like the Divine Beggar. Yet they still can't do anything to that man?"

"Hum hum!"

The Three Absolutes Divine Beggar sneered, "That evil villain has practiced unorthodox martial arts and has the ability to change his appearance. Aside from the Divine Constables and Mr. Zhuge, I'm afraid no one in the world can catch him. I, an old beggar, am at a loss and can only ask for your help."

"A makeover?"

Sheng Xiayou's eyes narrowed: "No wonder!"

Leng Wuqing remained unmoved: "Some things take two to tango. Is it because of the Beggars' Sect that that person is causing trouble for them?"

"Hahaha!"

The Three Absolutes Divine Beggar smiled and didn't refute at all. He just asked, "Then he killed dozens of imperial officials. Was there also a reason from the imperial court?"

"Um!?"

Leng Wuqing had a cold expression and did not respond.

The Three Supremes Divine Beggars did not care, and said with his hands behind his back: "There are indeed some scum in my gang. They have done some illegal things, which have damaged the reputation of my Beggars' Gang. I, an old beggar, have nothing to say, and I even have to thank you profusely.

But that evil thief used this as an excuse to kill indiscriminately. He wanted to kill all the people in my gang, regardless of whether they were innocent or not. How could I, an old beggar, tolerate him like this?

Similarly, even though there are corrupt officials and lawless individuals in the imperial court, they cannot be killed indiscriminately by that person. As the two of you, the master detectives, should understand this better than an old beggar like me."

The Three Absolutes Divine Beggar had a blank expression. "That man acts with impunity. Yesterday he killed the county magistrate, today he kills the prefect. Who knows, tomorrow he might even dare to march into the capital and take the head of the prime minister or even the emperor. If we can't get rid of him soon, once he becomes powerful, he will surely bring the whole world to its knees. Please consider this carefully, Mr. Zhuge!"

After saying that, he walked out without caring about their reactions.

(End of this chapter)