Become a true immortal by emulating all demons.

Chapter 136 Where is Brother Lin?

Yongzhou, Longjizhang.

After a month, this magnificent border post gradually began to function normally.

The more than one hundred earthen cities were packed with people, filled with laughter and joy.

Despite the absence of the immortal descendant in charge, no problems arose here.

Mining and medicinal herb fields are still ongoing, but with demon soldiers and even demon generals stationed there to suppress the blood energy, it's a bit more troublesome, but it won't cause any more harm to the laborers who are practicing spiritual techniques.

They no longer had to work from dawn till dusk, enduring the lash of whips.

They work during the day and return home in the evening.

It wasn't exactly easy, but at least I lived like a human being.

The demon general led his troops, taking turns patrolling the mountains to prevent any accidents from happening.

Both are powerful individuals with profound cultivation, but the previous group sat high in the city lord's mansion, detached from worldly affairs, while this group actively contributes to maintaining the operation of the border.

The difference between the two situations is like heaven and earth.

"Senior Sister Xie, let's hurry up and go, we still have things to do later."

Seeing that the girl was lost in thought again, the bald man urged her softly.

Logically speaking, these lesser demons have no right to participate in meetings involving demon lords.

But his own family members were far from the border.

Senior Sister Xie became the only person who could represent him.

Unlike monkeys, bald men don't like to show off or waste time sitting idly.

They already lacked manpower, and even with the help of the two demon generals, Qingming and Jinxiong, they couldn't manage the seventeen earthen cities, including Shihu.

In the end, it was only after the Cloud Dragon Demon Lord arranged for several demon generals to come and help that things were barely stabilized.

"it is good."

Xie Yutang turned her gaze away from the rebuilt inn.

With ample supplies, her strength is leaping forward at an exceptionally terrifying rate.

But compared to those demon lords, they were still too naive.

The two transformed into streaks of light and sped toward the cave in the mountains. Before they even entered, they could already hear the sounds of arguing.

"Where are they? It's been a month, and not even a half-demon lord has appeared in Yongzhou!"

"Zhao Zhiyue is dead. How could the Zhao family let this go? They will launch a full-scale attack soon. Hongling, this is completely different from what you said before."

Compared to a month ago, there are many more unfamiliar faces in the cave.

Leaving aside the demon generals, two new positions have been added to the side of the Red Silk Demon Lord.

The two appeared to be a middle-aged couple, and beneath their simple appearance lay a vast demonic power that was difficult for others to attain.

However, the two demon lords' faces showed a hint of anger, lacking the composure befitting their status.

"Hey, what's the rush? I'm still asking for help!"

The Crimson Silk Demon Lord rubbed his temples vigorously and said helplessly, "I didn't lie to you. There really are three Demon Lords on Dragon Ridge. The other one... he's busy with other things. Besides, Yunlong is also a Demon Lord. What, are you saying he can't get hurt?"

"..."

The couple were rebuffed.

So, of the three demon lords who were supposed to be together, only one was still recovering from serious injuries, and the other was missing, except for Hong Ling.

The two traveled a long way to find a powerful backer, only to discover that they were the ones who had the right to rely on the other.

Isn't this just a complete rip-off?

The couple frowned again as they watched the young girl quietly walk in.

Leaving aside the previous issues, the Liang Kingdom's demons are currently unable to contribute anything, and two of them have secured the top positions at Dragon Ridge. On the other hand, the Da Shun side has only reserved a spot for Hong Ling.

It's really hard to accept.

"Come and sit down."

The Cloud Dragon Demon Lord's face remained pale.

The couple appeared to be talking to Hong Ling, but every word they uttered was actually aimed at him.

A hint of helplessness played on his lips as he sat up straight and smiled at Xie Yutang: "We didn't quarrel, we were just a little anxious, don't overthink it."

"..."

Hong Ling nodded slightly to the girl, then turned her gaze back to the two men, her tone somewhat shameless: "Anyway, I killed Zhao Zhiyue, and I offended the Zhao family. If you don't intend to help me, then you'd better leave now."

The couple paused for a moment, then spat out with a hint of helplessness, "You brat!"

Why is the other side siding with outsiders? The Da Shun demons can swallow this bitter pill.

But whether it's an empty title or real benefits, there has to be at least one.

"The matter of seizing the pass did encounter some unexpected issues, but it is still under my control for the time being. Don't worry, if all else fails, we still have the Demon King above us, so what's there to be afraid of?"

The Crimson Silk Demon Lord waved his hand, looking confident and assured.

The unexpected event she mentioned was Zhao Zhiyue.

According to the original plan, once they had captured the border, the Qi and Yu families would inevitably react.

The demons from Yongzhou couldn't possibly arrive immediately.

All they need to do is keep the spirits occupied.

Then, once the demons of Da Shun arrive, they can coordinate from within and without to deliver another heavy blow to the immortals.

The problem lies with the Zhao family.

These golden-striped black tigers were not the targets the demons originally intended to provoke.

According to the original plan, they seized the Mountain God Mirror, and secretly hoped that the demons would cause more trouble for the Yu family, and perhaps even provide some assistance later.

But things are different now.

Zhao Zhiyue died at Longji Zhang, and the Mountain God Mirror fell into the hands of Shiyue.

The border region was suddenly caught between two enemies.

"Fine, say whatever you want, nobody's a fool anyway."

The couple stood up, sighed heavily, and left with the demon general.

"Is it really under your control?" Yunlong Demon Lord looked over curiously.

"What the hell!"

Hongling scratched her hair hard. A fierce tiger was clearly tattooed on her smooth back, but her wild face now looked just like an angry kitten.

She said with a terrible headache, "I haven't dared to tell them yet that both the Qi family and the Yu family have members who have entered the world of martial arts."

Yunlong Demon Lord shook his head, cupped his hands and said, "Thank you for helping us out of this predicament."

"Don't say that. You were the main force when we captured the pass. I was just tagging along and taking advantage of the situation."

Hong Ling put away her lazy demeanor and said seriously, "However, these two are my close friends, so they are relatively easy to talk to. If I want to guard the border, I must recruit more heroes."

"You know very well that capable people are proud and unwilling to easily submit to others."

"By then, I won't be able to control them."

She had to make the situation clear beforehand: the Dragon Ridge couldn't withstand internal strife, even just once, it would be enough to tear the demons apart.

"I know it in my heart."

Yunlong Demon Lord leaned back in his chair: "With enough supplies, my injuries are improving, and Leiyin is showing signs of a breakthrough. When that time comes, I can go to the Nine Prefectures of Yongzhou to seek help."

He smiled frankly and said, "If I am truly incapable, it is only right that I step down and give way to a more capable person."

"..."

The demons in the cave fell silent.

Even if he really had to abdicate, given the current situation, it seems unlikely that the Demon Lord Yunlong should be the one to step down first.

There is still one chair there, but it remains vacant to this day.

But both demon lords seemed to have tacitly agreed to this.

That figure, with the cultivation level of Core Formation, who entered and exited the sky three times, was the one who truly made the greatest contribution to seizing the pass.

Both morally and logically, we must protect this position for the other party.

"Don't worry, I'm about to break through. I'll guard those seventeen cities for Lord Devouring Moon."

Lei Yin Demon General patted Xie Yutang's chest.

The two were not familiar with each other and had never exchanged a single word.

He, however, was quite enthusiastic.

Of course, it wasn't because the girl was pretty.

Rather, it was because the Thunder Sound Demon General already knew the real reason why the Mountain God Mirror had missed its target that night.

"Thank you all, seniors."

Xie Yutang looked respectful, but not too nervous.

Because Lord Devouring Moon said this before he left.

He will come back.

All I need to do is focus on fulfilling my responsibilities.

If there are any problems, we can discuss them when he gets back.

……

Anren Prefecture, Qiankun Academy.

Time flies.

The previous matter has finally come to a conclusion.

The Demon Slayer Bureau sent spies to search Seven Star Mountain, but unfortunately they found nothing.

The monster has long since vanished.

Lu Chengyu and his detachments have not returned after so long, so it can be assumed that the entire army has been wiped out.

After that incident, Yu Mingxuan did not send anyone to rebuild Qingfeng Pavilion. Instead, he moved to a quiet courtyard and rarely participated in the affairs of the martial arts academy.

The lecturers wisely refrained from looking for him again.

This deputy headmaster urgently needs to stay out of the limelight and wait for the matter to completely subside, so as not to be tainted with any more stigma.

Even so, trouble still found him on its own.

In those rolling mountains, not only Lu Chengyu and others died, but also Zeng Zijin.

This one is an even more important figure.

Having studied under the Chen family patriarch since childhood and attained the Golden Core cultivation level, he is undoubtedly a senior master in Anren Prefecture.

As the head disciple of the Chen family, although he was not as powerful as the heads of the Qi and Yu families, he still held a noble status and rarely appeared in public.

In other words, the fall of Yongzhou Pass was too serious, and the Chen family patriarch finally relented and sent two of his disciples to accompany General Lei Shouren out of the city to intercept and kill the Azure Sea Demon Lord.

As a result, the demon lord was not killed, and Zeng Zijin ended up with no trace of his body.

Coincidentally, the last place he appeared was also outside Wuyang County.

They suffered such a huge loss.

The Demon Slayer Bureau must provide an explanation.

It just so happens that Yu Mingxuan is colluding with the demons in the vicinity, so this matter must also be related to him.

So he went directly to the home of the mountain god and complained about the deputy mountain chief.

I heard about that night.

In the quiet courtyard, Senior Yu Mingxuan's low growls and roars echoed throughout the night, the deep grievances contained within them causing those who heard them to grieve and those who listened to them to weep.

The few people who knew the truth were disciples who were also in Qingfeng Pavilion back then.

Only they knew how wronged their master truly was.

He clearly wanted to kill Lin Shu, but coincidentally, a demon lord was near Seven Star Mountain. Not only did he lose his three most valued disciples, but he also inexplicably became connected with the death of the Chen family's mountain master.

I heard that the old patriarch of the Chen family is quite inclined to come and demand an explanation.

A wandering immortal cannot compare to a half-life immortal.

But at least he has a title of immortal, and although he has not yet entered the Nascent Soul stage, he is still the strongest person in Anren Prefecture.

Now that he's been targeted by this rogue immortal, Yu Mingxuan dares not step out of the martial arts academy even more.

"Huh, it's out?"

This scene is quite rare.

The lecturers and students at the martial arts academy were surprised to see a deputy headmaster.

Many people stared at the figure that stepped out from the lush path.

After a long absence, Yu Mingxuan still looked somewhat haggard, and even with a group of disciples behind him, he no longer had the imposing presence he once had.

But it was clear that he had dressed up carefully today.

Not only was his hair neatly styled and tied up with a jade hairpin, but in addition to his feathered robe, this middle-aged man also deliberately wore a jade ornament with a strong aura around his waist, which was clearly a high-grade magic weapon.

It has a distinctly deliberate flaunting of wealth.

To the average person, it looked just like a peacock spreading its tail feathers.

"What's wrong with Deputy Headmaster Mingxuan?"

To distinguish between the two deputy mountain guards, the students of the martial arts academy simply changed the way they addressed the middle-aged man in front of them.

They were filled with confusion, wondering what kind of trouble the other party was up to this time.

Is it because he can't compare to Yu Fushan in terms of disciples, and now he's planning to regain face by relying on money?

Isn't this a bit too embarrassing...?

"Is the courtyard ready?"

Yu Mingxuan ignored the strange looks around him. He had important business to attend to today and didn't want to bother with these people.

"Reporting back to Master, both are the best in the martial arts academy," the disciples replied earnestly.

"..."

Those who overheard this were stunned for a moment.

He was still pondering in his mind what kind of distinguished person had graced him with their presence, and why Vice Headmaster Mingxuan had insisted on coming out to greet them under these circumstances.

Soft exclamations rose from the surroundings: "Two courtyards! It must mean the Yu family has stepped into the world of martial arts!"

In an instant, the entire martial arts academy was in an uproar.

The people in Anren Prefecture were in a state of panic and desperately needed a pillar of stability to quell the unrest.

Given the current situation, who could be more reassuring than Qian Yiru, who is renowned throughout Yongzhou?

"That's not right. Even if Qian Yiru came, no matter how high his cultivation level is, he's still just a disciple. There shouldn't be any need for Vice Headmaster Mingxuan to dress up like this to welcome him, right?"

"Are you out of your mind? How could he possibly be here for Qian Yiru? He must be here for another young leader!"

As soon as he finished speaking, everyone suddenly realized what he meant.

You should know that the master of another disciple who was in charge of the mountain also perished at Dragon Ridge... oops, Yongzhou Pass.

She may not necessarily seek refuge with another immortal in Anren Prefecture.

But if we had to choose here, the only ones qualified to be her master would be the headmaster surnamed Yu and the other two deputy heads.

The headmaster holds a high position and would not voluntarily lower himself.

Yu Sheng's cultivation level is a bit low, but he also has a highly talented leader like Lin Shu under his command.

Looking at it this way, the one with the best chance is none other than Deputy Headmaster Yu Mingxuan.

"I need to inform Vice Minister Yu and tell her to prepare some treasures in advance."

Some students ran off in a flash, heading towards the elegant courtyard.

Just as Qiankun Academy was bustling with activity.

Susu!

A high-pitched and melodious sound suddenly spread, like the cry of a blue phoenix, or like the wind brushing against a mountain.

A pair of wings swept in, quickly obscuring the sky.

It is formed from the convergence of spiritual energy, and its wings are glass-like, yet even lighter.

In the middle of the wings was an extremely luxurious carriage.

Riding the wind, the mountain god incarnate!

As the carriage flapped its wings, a gale swept through the academy, causing the ancient locust trees to lean and dust to rise high.

When the smoke and dust subsided.

The chariot landed steadily and quickly dissipated into a ray of light.

"..."

The students stood there, their eyes glazed over, watching the carriages disperse, leaving two figures in the distance.

Both of them were dressed in flowing cloud-patterned sword robes.

The man was tall and straight, like a mountain peak.

Beneath his thick, sword-like eyebrows, his eyes were sharp as swords, and though his face was expressionless, they inexplicably exuded a chill.

The girl had a graceful figure and gentle, serene features. Her beauty was breathtaking, accentuated by her sword-like robe, making many students hesitant to look up at her.

"Yi Ru, I have long admired your name."

Yu Mingxuan straightened his clothes, smiled, and stepped forward to greet him.

"Yi Ru greets Martial Uncle." Qian Yi Ru nodded slightly and bowed respectfully.

His movements were impeccable, but the way he addressed people caused a subtle, strange look to appear on everyone's faces.

Clearly, Qian Yiru had no idea who Mingxuan, the deputy headmaster, was.

His master was the border garrison commander, and although Yongzhou Pass was very poor, he still held great power.

In comparison, Yu Mingxuan, though based in Anren Prefecture, might not rank among the top five in terms of influence.

"Cough cough."

Yu Mingxuan smiled, trying to hide the embarrassment on his face.

He turned around, a hint of eagerness in his eyes: "And who is this sect leader?"

"My junior sister is called Yunniang," Qian Yiru said succinctly.

"What's your last name?"

"I don't have a surname, just call me Yunniang, my martial uncle."

Even in her childhood, the girl had already abandoned the surname Cheng.

"A good name."

Yu Mingxuan's smile widened, and he casually took the jade ornament from his waist: "Since it's the first time your elders have met you, I don't have much to give you. This is a little trinket that I've carried with me for many years, so I'll give it to you as a greeting gift."

"Tsk tsk."

The surrounding disciples rolled their eyes.

Vice Headmaster Mingxuan's efforts to win over this disciple were rather obvious.

However, those with exceptional talent do indeed enjoy being fawned over, and this Senior Sister Yunniang might actually fall for it.

"What is she looking for?"

One of the lecturers suddenly noticed something was wrong. This disciple of the sect leader didn't even look at the top-grade magic weapon. He looked respectful, but his actions were clearly somewhat absent-minded.

While politely declining Yu Mingxuan's offer, she glanced around, searching for something.

"Of course they're looking for me!"

Yu Sheng swaggered out from the crowd, opening his arms wide towards the girl: "Hehe, did you miss me?"

"..."

Yunniang stared blankly at the stunningly beautiful girl rushing towards her, as if she had finally recognized her.

She smiled and quickly caught Yu Sheng, putting her arms around the other's slender waist: "You've grown so much."

Under the thunderous gazes of everyone present.

Yunniang's gaze swept past Yu Sheng, and she looked around anxiously: "Why are you the only one here? Where is Brother Lin?"

"Hey! Give me some face, okay?"

Yu Sheng buried her head in the other person's chest: "This is blatant betrayal!"

"It's blatant."

Yunniang helplessly corrected, "Isn't Brother Lin in Anren Prefecture?"

"He went to Wuyang County! You big liar! You don't miss me at all; all you think about is men!"

Yu Sheng began to writhe on her body.

"..."

Yunniang's cheeks suddenly flushed, and she whispered, "Can I go back with you and wait for him?"

After saying that, she turned to Yu Mingxuan with a slight apology and said, "Uncle-Master, I have some things to attend to, so I'll have to keep you company for now."

"Go away, go away, I can't stand your pathetic state."

Yu Sheng took a deep breath from her before grabbing her sleeve and running towards the elegant courtyard.

The two of them walked away like that.

All that remained were the crowd, who stood like wooden stakes, and Yu Mingxuan, who was clutching the jade pendant tightly, his face flushed red as if it were about to bleed.

Brother Lin, Brother Lin.

Besides Lin Shu, who else could be Yu Sheng's brother?

The lecturers and students swallowed hard, afraid they might make a sound.

Senior Brother Lin didn't even show up.

They easily took away the disciple whom Vice Headmaster Mingxuan had been longing for.

People would rather wait for their senior brother Lin to return in the courtyard.

He didn't take the magic weapon from Yu Mingxuan's hand.

The difference is simply too great!

"Wuyang County?"

Someone murmured, noticing another problem: "Senior Brother Lin actually went to Wuyang County!"

It should be noted that after the death of the Chen family's leader, that place had become the most dangerous place in the entire Anren Prefecture.

Just after what happened last time.

Yu Mingxuan hid in the courtyard to avoid trouble, while the disciple who had been betrayed had already composed himself and quietly went to guard Wuyang County!