Become a true immortal by emulating all demons.

Chapter 153 Old man, it's time to step down.

"This is the Yu family's Seven Sacred Sword Techniques of the Phoenix!"

Those broad, blue wings that blot out the sky were so distinctive.

Legend has it that if one cultivates this sword technique to perfection, one can simultaneously unleash seven sword shadows, forming an array by oneself, and annihilating all demons and evil spirits.

This is the most profound immortal technique of the Yu family, which can only be learned by disciples who are in charge of the mountain.

Now, this ferocious method, instead of being directed at the Demon Mountain, is sweeping towards Anren Prefecture City.

The event was so grand that the whole city knew about it.

All attention inevitably turned to the Qiankun Academy with its red walls and green tiles.

Inside the academy, after a brief moment of panic, the lecturers and students followed the sword's shadow, finally stopping at the foot of the ravaged hill.

The imposing plaque lay collapsed on the ground, resembling a tombstone, with the long sword half-buried inside, gleaming with a blinding cold light.

"The Yu family sword?"

Lecturer Fan Li stared blankly at the longsword, his voice hoarse.

This low-grade magic weapon is precious enough to make cultivators in Yongzhou drool, but compared to its effects, what it represents is even more awe-inspiring.

That was a ceremonial object used to prove the noble status of the head disciple of the Yu family.

Wearing this sword is equivalent to standing atop the peak of Yongzhou.

Aside from those prodigies who have lived half a lifetime as immortals, even those who are descendants of immortals in the Golden Core realm must show them some respect.

For example, the initiative of Vice Headmaster Yu Mingxuan to welcome him, or the conference specially convened for him by Headmaster Yu Dongjun, all of these are proof of this point.

But now, this sword has been discarded like trash and thrown on the low hill.

"Whose sword is this?"

The lecturer and students suddenly cried out in surprise and looked around in bewilderment.

In fact, the sword shadow from before had already given the answer. After all, although there are supposedly three Yu family leaders in the entire Anren Prefecture, only one of them can unleash the Seven Sacred Sword Techniques of the Luanhuang.

But the answer was so terrifying that everyone still held onto a sliver of hope.

They first looked at the figure walking from the academy gate. Senior Sister Yun returned from her journey, looking dusty and tired, but the Yu family sword was still hanging at her waist.

Everyone turned around again to look at the master and disciple who had come from the elegant courtyard after hearing the news.

Yu Sheng and Lin Shu both looked up at the mountain in surprise, and Lin Shu also had a sword hanging at his waist.

Since it wasn't the sword of either of them, the identity of the owner of the immortal sword in the plaque is quite clear.

"Senior Brother Qian returned the sword to Anren Prefecture... Senior Sister Yun, could it be that something went wrong while slaying the demon, and Senior Brother Qian was disheartened, thus leading him to act so impulsively?"

The lecturers instinctively began to make excuses for Qian Yiru.

They consistently refused to consider that most terrifying direction.

Under everyone's watchful eyes, Yunniang lowered her head slightly and sighed softly: "Senior Brother Qian is the one who caused this change; he betrayed the demons."

The soft, delicate voice exploded in the room like a thunderclap!

The figures that swept through the air paused slightly, looking at the sudden panic in the civil and military academies. Their faces turned ashen, and they were speechless for a long time.

Yu Dongjun was already prepared to use the head of the Night Demon Lord to appease the people of the city.

Because the situation the Demon Slayer Division had encountered recently was indeed strange, he even left himself some leeway, being able to accept the loss of one or two Golden Core cultivators.

But he never imagined that what he would receive upon his return would be the Seven Sacred Sword Techniques of the Phoenix Emperor!

"..."

Yu Sheng suddenly turned around and looked to the side.

She stared blankly at the handsome young man, completely unprepared for this unexpected turn of events.

She had been confused and unable to understand what Lin Shu had taught her during the meeting, but she had simply followed along.

But now, the little chick seems to be gradually understanding everything.

Why did Lin Shu still try to recruit Qian Yiru even though she knew he was unlikely to agree? It was because Lin Shu had already noticed something was off about him!

"How did it suddenly turn out like this?"

"What exactly is going on?! Where is the headmaster? Does the headmaster know about this?"

The academy descended into chaos and utter noise, as fear spread like wildfire.

As Yu Dongjun hung in the sky, he suddenly understood what Mingxuan had felt at that time.

As the Star Gazing Pavilion collapsed, the situation spread rapidly, leaving him no room to take control.

As a descendant of a late-stage Golden Core immortal and the headmaster of Qiankun Academy, he felt a deep sense of powerlessness in the face of the turmoil below.

Qian Yiru has betrayed the demons...

Yu Dongjun took a deep breath, forcibly suppressing his chaotic emotions, and said in a deep voice, "All of you, disperse. Yunniang, come with me and explain the reason for this."

No matter what happened, how could such a shameful thing be publicized in public?

If everyone really finds out what happened, how will I ever be able to maintain my standing in Anren Prefecture again!

"What nonsense are you all talking about? Go back now!"

The remaining two deputy mountain chiefs quickly landed and began to help quell the situation, reprimanding and dispersing the crowd.

The lecturers and students were all stunned, wanting to know what had happened, but no one dared to disobey the esteemed headmaster.

"Stand up straight." Lin Shu's calm voice entered Yu Sheng's mind.

"I...I'm a little nervous," Yu Sheng stammered, her old habit of being timid resurfacing in front of a whole courtyard of students.

"..."

Lin Shu was silent for a moment, then sighed and said, "Just like you did back when we were at the border, you did what I did."

Although I really didn't want to admit that the grotesque look the other person was imitating was myself.

But in the current situation, that smug look is quite appropriate.

Upon hearing this, Yu Sheng paused for a moment, then clenched her small fist: "I understand!"

"Follow me."

Yu Dongjun suppressed his anger, maintaining a calm and composed demeanor on the surface.

He had a rough idea of ​​what had happened.

With a slight flick of his sleeve, he unleashed his magic to try and take Yunniang away.

We must not allow this young man to spout nonsense in public. As long as we go back to a quiet place and discuss it calmly, we will surely find a solution.

Boom! Boom!

Just then, the magical power he unleashed was dispersed from a distance.

Amidst the dull thud, Yu Dongjun's expression changed slightly, and he suddenly lowered his eyes to look down the mountain.

"Where do you intend to take my disciple?"

A cool voice rang out in the room, and under the stunned gazes of many lecturers and students, Yu Sheng walked out of the crowd.

Her face betrayed no emotion as she quietly gazed at the several figures in the air: "Is it true that no matter what happens, as long as it's suppressed and hidden, it ceases to exist?"

These two short sentences were full of sharp wit and sarcasm, showing no respect whatsoever to the headmaster.

An aged figure hovered in the sky, his expression one of fury.

The stunningly beautiful young woman stood with her hands behind her back, her chin slightly raised, her eyes sharp.

The two were dressed in equally magnificent blue feather robes, their sleeves billowing wildly amidst the sudden surge of magical power, instantly becoming the focus of attention.

The remaining two deputy mountain chiefs hesitated slightly and gradually stopped trying to disperse the crowd.

He couldn't help but groan inwardly.

The headmaster's continuous suppression finally backfired. Seizing such a good opportunity, how could that young prodigy not take advantage of the situation to launch an attack!

"Yu Sheng!"

Yu Dongjun growled, his face dark: "No matter what happens, you have no need to interfere in the affairs of Anren Prefecture."

That damned idiot, can't he tell the difference between what's important and what's urgent?

At this very moment, you still dare to act recklessly!

Upon hearing this, Yu Sheng suddenly laughed, a hint of coldness in her raised lips, her gaze showing no sign of backing down: "That's what you said before, and I accept it, letting you do whatever you want."

"But now that someone has already stormed into the academy with a single sword strike, as a descendant of the Yu family, I should have the right to know the reason. Don't forget, this is the Yu family's Anren Mansion, not your Anren Mansion, Yu Dongjun."

Yu Sheng glanced at Yunniang in the distance and said casually, "No need to hide anything, just speak frankly. I'd like to know what the Yu family does that's shameful."

Upon hearing this, everyone fell silent and turned their gazes to Yunniang.

"We are acting on the orders of the abbot, led by Senior Brother Qian, along with Lei Shouren of the Demon Slayer Division and his two lieutenants, as well as Senior Ziheng of the Chen family, to go to the Demon Mountain to slay the Night Demon Lord."

Yunniang pursed her lips and continued, "Just as we saw the two demon lords, Senior Brother Qian suddenly unleashed his sword technique, joining forces with the two demon lords to kill all the seniors."

She spoke very concisely, but it was enough to cause a huge uproar in the crowd!

With just two sentences, it means that Anren Prefecture has lost five Golden Core Realm guardians. This is no longer a question of how serious the loss is. Anren Prefecture is now almost in a state of being lost!

"Gather all the senior cultivators and send them to Demon Mountain all at once. The strongest among them is the sect leader disciple who has already betrayed the demons..."

The crowd murmured to themselves, all turning their gazes toward the aged figure in the air.

If this action was somewhat impulsive, it could be somewhat explained by a strong determination to slay demons. However, the fact that they didn't even bother to investigate the backgrounds of the participating cultivators after making this arrangement was truly foolish.

The headmaster had not appeared for many years and held immense prestige.

But when the other party finally appeared to take charge, what he did caused his prestige to collapse like a mountain collapsing.

"Don't talk to me like that! I haven't even settled accounts with you yet. Everyone else is dead, but of all people, your disciple has returned. Doesn't that seem strange?"

Yu Dongjun, breathing heavily, roared, "And how do you intend to explain this?"

He realized that he couldn't clear himself of the matter no matter what, so he simply attacked Yu Sheng directly, trying to drag this junior into the mess.

Upon hearing this, not only the lecturers and students, but even the two deputy heads of the mountain looked slightly strange, staring at the head of the mountain in disbelief.

"You mean, my Foundation Establishment stage disciple ruined your demon-slaying plan, causing several Golden Core cultivators to perish on Demon Mountain?"

Yu Sheng not only didn't explain, but a meaningful look appeared in his eyes: "Fine, I suggest you write it like this in your report to the court. I'll see if a Foundation Establishment cultivator can bear the lives of these Golden Core cultivators."

"..."

The two deputy mountain chiefs awkwardly looked away.

That's not how you shirk responsibility; you should at least see if the other party has the right to do so.

This has nothing to do with what Yunniang herself thinks. Even if she stood up and said that she planned the whole thing, so what?

Although the other party was a disciple of the sect leader, their cultivation level was far too low. In front of that group of people, anyone could crush her with a single breath. Even if she risked her life, what could she possibly decide?

Just as Yu Sheng said, could the headmaster possibly shift the blame onto her?

What qualifications does she have, and what can she possibly use to defend herself?

As for whether there was anything fishy about the woman's safe return to the city, that's something Yu Sheng should investigate; it has nothing to do with this demon-slaying operation.

"Senior Brother Qian wants to take me with him to join the Demon Sect."

Yunniang explained in a soft voice, "I had already become a disciple of Master Yu Sheng, so I didn't agree. But out of consideration for our fellow disciples, Senior Brother Qian let me return, also wanting me to pass on a message to you."

Actually, her explanations were somewhat superfluous.

But everyone still looked over with suspicion.

Yu Dongjun clearly realized his mistake, but since it was too late, he could only force a cold expression and ask, "What did you say?"

He said that this feud was not yet settled and asked the headmaster to wait quietly at his residence.

Yunniang's words immediately plunged the room into a deathly silence.

Qian Yiru's defection not only meant that Anren Prefecture lost a garrison commander, but also meant that a powerful demon had appeared in the surrounding area.

The sword energy that had previously revealed its murderous intent could not only have destroyed the Star-Picking Pavilion, but could also have taken someone's life at any time.

"presumptuous!"

Upon hearing this, Yu Dongjun's expression changed drastically, and he looked at the immortal sword on the plaque with apprehension.

Only now did he realize that with Qian Yiru's help, the surrounding demons had gained the ability to threaten him, the headmaster.

It's even possible that... several powerful demons could join forces and storm into Anren Prefecture.

Phew! We can't rush this!

Even if they hated Yu Sheng for kicking them when they were down, the most important issue at the moment was still the series of unexpected calamities caused by the demons.

"This boy is cold-hearted and rebellious, something that no ordinary person could foresee. I truly did not expect this..."

Faced with this life-or-death crisis, Yu Dongjun finally calmed down and, after a moment of contemplation, chose to back down.

In this situation, internal strife is no longer suitable. If the demonic calamity is to be resolved, the power to control Anren Prefecture must eventually be partially relinquished to Yu Sheng.

Thinking of this, his tone softened slightly.

"Yeah?"

To the headmaster's surprise, even after he had backed down, Yu Sheng still questioned him again.

"Otherwise what? You were there too, didn't you see something amiss?!"

Yu Dongjun paused for a moment, then his expression suddenly turned fierce.

Why is the other party still being so aggressive when they have already gained the upper hand?

As soon as he finished speaking, he suddenly remembered something, his pupils dilated, and a deep sense of fear welled up in his heart.

Sure enough, after hearing his words, the woman, like a venomous snake that had been lying in wait for a long time, finally found her chance.

"I didn't see anything amiss, but I also don't have the habit of entrusting the lives of the city's inhabitants to others."

Yu Sheng sighed softly, saying with exasperation, "I told you, Qian Yiru can leave the city to slay demons, but he must first become my disciple. If you weren't so obsessed with power and profit, but truly cared about the Yu family, you should have helped me persuade him back then."

"As a result, you pretended to be a good person on the side and even tried to exonerate Qian Yiru, which finally created this opportunity for him."

"How can I feel at ease entrusting Anren Prefecture to someone as old and blind as you?"

"Are we to let Anren Prefecture repeat the mistakes of Yongzhou Pass?"

Yu Sheng spoke urgently, and in just a few words, he had already reversed the status of the two people, and was now reprimanding a junior.

His words and actions revealed his arrogant and unyielding nature, showing no regard for the elders of his clan.

Everyone was stunned by what they heard, only then realizing that there had been such a change in events.

Yu Shengxianren's style of doing things also happens to prove why the many counties under her rule have been able to remain peaceful to this day.

"From now on, all matters, large and small, concerning Anren Prefecture must first be sent to my residence for review before a decision can be made."

"As for the deaths of the Demon Slaying Division and the Chen family cultivators, Yu Dongjun, since you said you would take responsibility yourself, you'd better not try to drag my Yu family into it."

Yu Sheng glanced coldly at the figure in the sky, then dismissively flicked her sleeve, as if afraid of getting something dirty on it.

She turned and headed towards the elegant courtyard.

"Ugh."

Lin Shu stood quietly in place, looking at the headmaster with a complicated expression.

He shook his head and sighed softly.

Everyone could hear the disappointment in that sigh.

This master and apprentice, who witnessed the fall of Yongzhou Pass, have been tirelessly guarding the prefecture and county since arriving in Anren Prefecture, despite being betrayed and neglected.

But it is clear that Dean Yu Dongjun is simply not up to the task of fulfilling this expectation.

He was too old and had lived in seclusion for so many years that he no longer had the ability to govern a prefecture.

He is unworthy of his position and should have stepped down long ago to assist the new king.

If the other party still had any sense of shame, they should have voluntarily given up the position of headmaster to the prodigy Yu Shengxian, and then done their best to play the role of a senior minister.

Given how much the Yu family values ​​Tianjiao, perhaps Anren Prefecture can still be saved.

"Everyone, you can leave now."

Lin Shu composed herself and casually gave instructions to those around her.

The lecturers and students who had previously refused to leave even after two deputy directors had tried to shoo them away suddenly dispersed with apprehension at these words.

At this point, the primary and secondary issues have been distinguished.

"..."

Yu Dongjun stared down at the scene with a pale face.

He had lived in seclusion for many years, yet his position remained unshakeable. When he finally came out to manage affairs, his reputation plummeted to rock bottom.

The attitudes of the lecturers and students will certainly not affect his position as the headmaster, but they will become a key factor in the Yu family's evaluation of him and Yu Sheng.

This prodigy did nothing but sit quietly in the courtyard before stepping over himself.

How could this happen?