In this bizarre world, I can extract supernatural powers.

"Whom did you learn your skills from?"

Xu Bai frowned slightly upon hearing this.

He had no master; he was only able to kill Master Liu's strange body today thanks to the Ghostly Longevity Talisman.

The current problem with Constable Chen is putting him in a bit of a predicament.

However, he showed no outward change, remaining as calm as a still lake, without the slightest ripple.

When Constable Chen looked up, he saw that Xu Bai's face was as calm as still water. He patted the long knife at his waist and showed a look of realization.

"Manager Xu's lineage must be shrouded in mystery, and he's unwilling to discuss it. I understand, I understand."

Many people in this world are unwilling to reveal their lineage when they travel the world.

Firstly, there are many inconveniences in revealing it.

Secondly, if one ends up with a bad reputation or gets involved with things one shouldn't, it could negatively impact one's sect.

Seeing that Xu Bai did not answer, he naturally thought of Xu Bai as being with these people.

Seeing Chen the constable's expression, Xu Bai knew that he must have been imagining something.

He didn't point it out, but instead raised his hand and pointed to the place where Master Liu had turned to ashes.

"Master Liu is dead, so there shouldn't be any more trouble, right?"

The mysterious entity first kills those with whom it has a karmic connection. Once the mysterious entity is dead, even the greatest karmic connection should dissipate.

Officer Chen shook his head, his fingers slightly clenched, and the veins on the back of his hand bulged slightly.

"This matter is not simple. This Master Liu is connected to the Heavenly Heart Sect. I'm afraid it won't end well."

"As far as I know, the Heavenly Heart Sect must have invested a great deal in Master Liu, yet now he's dead at the hands of Manager Xu..."

Celestial Heart Sect?

Xu Bai frowned slightly, and his left hand, hidden in his sleeve, tightened slightly.

He didn't know what the Celestial Heart Sect was, but he always felt it wasn't a good thing.

Seeing that Xu Bai still did not answer, Officer Chen thought for a moment and then suddenly realized.

"It seems that Manager Xu's lineage is not simple, as he is not even afraid of such an evil sect that threatens Feng County."

"Manager Xu's swordsmanship is accompanied by flashes of lightning. Is it from the Thunder Light Sect, the Water Thunder Gate, or the Thunder Cloud Sect?"

Xu Bai said calmly, "Officer Chen, since I'm unwilling to explain, then don't ask anymore."

He knew nothing about any of the forces that Officer Chen mentioned.

After all, he was just an ordinary person before he met Master Liu.

However, he knew very well that the Heavenly Heart Sect was not simple.

Officer Chen lightly patted the corner of his mouth with his hand.

"Look at my memory. Ever since I entered the government office, I've rarely traveled around. I've forgotten all about these things."

"Now that the matter is over, I will take my men back to the yamen to report."

He didn't ask any more questions, nor did he say anything more.

Xu Bai thought for a moment, then grabbed Officer Chen's arm.

"Lord Chen, I have something else to say. Why don't you come over and say it?"

Officer Chen looked puzzled, but still followed Xu Bai to a secluded spot in the room.

The other constables all turned their attention elsewhere.

Besides ability, vision is also essential for people in their line of work.

Some things are worth seeing, while others, if seen, will bring misfortune upon you.

After arriving at a secluded spot, Xu Bai took out a bag and handed it to Constable Chen.

"Lord Chen, if you have any news about the Heavenly Heart Sect, please let me know."

Xu Bai said with a smile.

According to what Officer Chen just said, the Heavenly Heart Sect is definitely not a benevolent group.

If the person who killed Master Liu turned into a monster, then the other party would definitely not let it go peacefully.

If that's the case, then let's try to learn more about the Heavenly Heart Sect.

Officer Chen was slightly taken aback. Looking at the money pouch in his hand, he smiled wryly and handed it back to Xu Bai.

"Manager Xu, if it were before, I would have accepted it, but since we are both cultivators and have already entered the Transcendent Realm, I cannot accept it."

The implication was that Constable Chen had no intention of accepting Xu Bai's money.

Xu Bai understood what he meant, but still held down Officer Chen's wrist.

"Lord Chen, the past is the past, and the present is the present."

"I know that Lord Chen used to be a wandering swordsman, but he was recruited by the government."

"A constable should receive whatever salary he is entitled to."

Officer Chen gripped the money pouch tightly, thought for a moment, then put it into his robes and clasped his hands in a fist salute.

"Manager Xu is very generous. If I didn't accept it, wouldn't I seem petty? Don't worry, Manager Xu, I will definitely let you know if the Heavenly Heart Sect makes any moves."

Xu Bai cupped his hands and said, "Thank you, Lord Chen. But Lord Chen is very busy with official duties, so I won't keep you any longer."

Constable Chen waved his hand, said nothing more, and left Xu's coffin shop with his constables.

Soon, only Xu Bai and Zhao Erniu remained.

The room was deathly silent, and the scattered moonlight on the street outside added to the sense of loneliness.

Zhao Erniu noticed Xu Bai's gaze on him and involuntarily took a step back, shivering.

Normally, he wouldn't do this.

But after witnessing the shopkeeper's formidable power today, Zhao Erniu became somewhat intimidated.

Xu Bai pondered for a moment and said, "If you don't want to continue working here, I'll settle your wages in full."

Zhao Erniu looked down at the ground, then looked up after a moment and said, "Manager, I plan to continue doing this."

Xu Bai frowned and asked, "Why are you willing to continue?"

Zhao Erniu gritted his teeth and said, "What I saw today made me realize that the shopkeeper is extraordinary. Following the shopkeeper will at least give me a better chance of making a living. Besides, I am a carpenter, and I have been working for the shopkeeper for so long. I don't want to find another way to make a living."

Xu Bai raised an eyebrow slightly, sat back in the rocking chair, picked up the purple clay teapot next to him, and poured a cup of tea.

"You're quite clever; if you want to keep him, then keep him. I'm too lazy to hire a new carpenter."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Erniu was overjoyed.

It was late, so he didn't go back.

The shop has an empty room, which is a bit shabby, but at least it can be used as a place to live.

Zhao Erniu hurriedly went to his room to tidy up, then said goodbye to Xu Bai before heading to his room.

Xu Bai raised his hand to finish the last sip of tea and put down the purple clay teapot.

The teapot made a soft thud when it hit the table.

The window was broken by Master Liu, but Zhao Erniu is a carpenter, so he can fix it tomorrow.

At that moment, a gentle breeze blew through the window, causing the candlelight to flicker.

Xu Bai lay on the rocking chair, his pupils reflecting a subtle light.

He slowly took out the wooden sword and played with it in his hand.

In a flash, a wisp of smoke appeared before my eyes.

[Yin Wood Thunder Sword Technique (Beginner): Burning Ghost Lifespan can be increased]

[Mysterious lifespan: fifty years]

After killing the strange creature that Master Liu had transformed into, Xu Bai gained fifty years of supernatural lifespan.

The Yin Wood Thunder Sword Technique is only at the initial stage and needs to be improved with the Gui Shou technique.

At this moment, thoughts began to stir in Xu Bai's mind.

"Strange objects are hard to find; who knows when we'll find a second one?"

"From what Constable Chen said, I can tell that the situation in Feng County is not stable. I have already become entangled with the Tianxin Sect."

"In that case, every little bit helps."

Having thought this through, Xu Bai had already made his decision.

A gentle breeze brushed against his cheek, slightly ruffling the hair on the side of his head.

Xu Bai didn't care. He slowly got up and looked at the waning moon outside the window.

A thought arose in my mind.

"Burning Life, enhancing the Yin Wood Thunder Sword Technique."