Become a true immortal by emulating all demons.

The execution platform, forged from black iron, was exposed to the sun for more than ten days!

A shirtless man was hung high up.

Because Yu Tongxuan's hook blade, formed from the wind, pierced the man's collarbone, his powerful cultivation was completely locked within his golden core. The horrifying wound on his body had begun to rot, and the foul odor attracted many flies and insects.

The Demon Slayer Bureau's proclamation was posted throughout the streets and alleys of the Nine Prefectures.

The above describes in detail this person's evil deeds.

They formed cliques for personal gain and colluded with evil forces!

The fall of Yongzhou Pass, the breaching of Shuangyun Prefecture, and the successive deaths of those chivalrous immortal sect disciples—those geniuses who could have protected the Nine Prefectures for a thousand years—were all caused by this person.

As the commander-in-chief of the Demon Slayer Division, he was actually an inside agent planted by the demons within the imperial court.

This behavior is truly terrifying.

Throughout the counties and districts of Anren Prefecture, people gathered in groups, staring at the notices on the walls and discussing them animatedly.

"I knew it! Our Yongzhou has been peaceful and stable for so many years, protected by immortals. How come so many major incidents have happened recently? It turns out the root of the problem is rotten!"

"A powerful figure in charge of slaying demons is actually working for a monster? Tsk tsk, it would be strange if nothing went wrong..."

The crowd suddenly fell silent, watching the many figures in black robes riding away on the road. They only looked away when the sound of hooves gradually faded away.

I originally thought these constables were good people, that they would abandon the prefecture and travel thousands of miles to the border to protect Anren and other counties.

Looking back now, it seems they were planning to collude with the demons to seize this mansion!

"You guys say, the headmistress, she..."

Suddenly, a scholar raised his head and muttered to himself.

Even ordinary mortals have heard many rumors that demons are rampant and that the two great immortal sects of Qi and Yu have formed an alliance.

The Demon Slayer Division, which has always been at odds with the Mountain God's family, has recently been in close contact with its own mountain chief.

Could it be that Headmaster Yu also has a problem?

Before the scholar could finish speaking, he received a hard slap on the head. He turned around sullenly and saw that everyone was glaring at him angrily.

"What nonsense! The Demon Slayer Division arrived later."

"When the situation was at its most chaotic, it was Headmaster Yu who resolutely stayed behind. If it weren't for her, you would have been eaten by monsters long ago."

"Besides, how long have the good times lasted? Have you already forgotten the past?"

Each person spat at him, causing the scholar to suppress his dissatisfaction and awkwardly lower his head.

Putting everything else aside, let's just talk about the matter of conscripting men.

If it weren't for Headmaster Yu issuing the new order, this weak and incompetent fellow would probably be working his life in some mine right now.

"The headmaster has definitely been fooled by the general!"

"Absolutely, absolutely."

"This scoundrel is so despicable, the headmaster will surely cut off his head himself."

"..."

At the corner of the long street, listening to these discussions, Chang Yi lowered his eyes quietly and sighed softly.

Things seemed to be ending just like that, neither good nor bad.

The good thing is that both Master Su and Immortal Yu Sheng are experienced people, and the whole matter did not continue to escalate due to their careful consideration.

The downside is that someone always has to bear the infamy and pay for it with their life.

When Master Su was willing to disobey Qi Hanshan's orders in order to save more mortals in Qingyuan Treasure Land, did he ever think that he himself would one day be condemned by everyone?

"Brother Lin, is there any chance of things changing this time?"

Chang Yi raised his head and looked up at the sky.

The sky was clear and cloudless, with only the sun high in the sky, scorching and dazzling, just like the magnificent celestial gate, indifferently watching over all living beings, unwilling to grant even an inch of shadow to those beings who cannot see the light.

Just then, he suddenly saw many of his colleagues running in the street, their faces filled with deep fear, their hands gripping the hilts of their swords trembling violently, all converging towards the city gate.

Chang Yi was stunned for a moment, then quickly stepped into the crowd.

Before long, he saw dozens of demon-slaying officers standing in two rows, trembling with fear.

The people were deathly pale and collapsed to the ground.

The city gates were wide open, and the soldiers who were originally responsible for guarding the city were now in tears, stumbling and crawling towards the city, even throwing away their spears.

The streets were full of people, but there was not a sound, like a silent play, which seemed quite eerie.

"..."

Chang Yi looked blankly out of the city.

They were an endless array of figures, all armed with swords and clad in armor, densely packed like locusts in a swarm.

They marched forward in perfect unison, and the mere sound of their boots falling seemed capable of shattering the ancient city.

The official road, the side paths, and even the nearby mountains and fields were all occupied by this group of people.

There were no ominous clouds in the sky, because they no longer needed to put on airs. When such a vast crowd gathered, it was an unparalleled force in itself!

"Go into town."

Xie Yutang slightly raised her eyes and glanced at the plaque on the city gate tower.

She took a step forward, and the vast horde of demons, as large as a great river, surged into the county town with her.

The demons swiftly passed through the streets and alleys without encountering any resistance. Even the most courageous demon-slaying officers fell to the ground with a clang in the face of this scene that defied all reason.

Not to mention Yongzhou, even in the entire Liang Kingdom, we probably haven't encountered a monster so arrogant.

They didn't seem to be there to attack the city, but rather to take over the territory that already belonged to them.

Clang! Clang!

As a bald man walked toward the county government office, he ignored the many county officials who were trembling with fear, and instead patted his storage bag.

As he moved, it fell.

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A huge demon flag stood swaggering in the center of the county government office.

The flag, nearly eight zhang tall, allowed all the people in the city to clearly see the cold, blood-red moon surrounded by mountains and clouds.

This is probably the easiest city capture in history.

Without a fight, the ancient city changed hands.

"Auntie?"

Chang Yi spotted a familiar figure in the crowd.

He leaned closer, looking somewhat dazed. "Why did you come out?"

Even in Chang Yi's heart, he felt that given Brother Lin's personality, he shouldn't be indifferent to Master Su's life or death.

Putting aside whether the other party even received the message in time, even if they did, why would it cause such a commotion?

This doesn't seem like a simple prison break; it's more like a blatant declaration of war against the immortal sects!

"We've received orders..."

Gu Nanzhi turned to look at the group of demon soldiers and generals who had been hiding outside Anren Prefecture for many years. Even the demons probably didn't expect that they would return to the human world in this way.

She originally thought that the time she spent secretly mingling in Qiankun Academy was already a rare memory in her life.

Such outrageous behavior is something that even the demons wouldn't dare to dream of.

"What?" Chang Yi swallowed hard.

"Follow the king and seize Yongzhou."

The spirit willow demon picked up the conversation and gave a simple explanation.

Just as she said, similar situations were occurring simultaneously in dozens of counties under Anren Prefecture.

"Seize...Yongzhou?"

Chang Yi did not show any sudden realization after hearing this explanation.

On the contrary, the bewilderment in his eyes grew even stronger.

In Black Charcoal Head's eyes, saving his aunt and giving her a new identity to live in the world would be an impossible task.

Even someone as noble as Immortal Yu Sheng could only be forced to send him back to the mountains.

Now someone is telling him that he no longer needs to fabricate any identity to deceive the immortal sect.

The Demon King desires to seize Yongzhou.

Those who were driven out must be immortals!

……

Inside Anren Prefecture.

On the long street, at the entrance of a restaurant.

Old Yang lost his usual smile and stared blankly at the newly erected, tall execution platform.

From the diners behind me, I could hear conversations similar to those in the county town.

"No, that's not how it is."

Because Old Yang often went to the academy to clean, he had come into contact with many of the demon-slaying officers, and even saw the general in the courtyard where Lin Shu used to live.

The other party is definitely not a sinner who harms the common people.

"..."

The diners all turned around and cast strange glances at them.

"Get to work and stop talking nonsense." Jin Gui walked up behind Lao Yang and pinched his waist.

The power struggles and intrigues among those important figures are beyond the comprehension of ordinary people like ourselves.

Too much talk leads to mistakes. Now is the time when public sentiment is high, and it would be a loss to suffer a beating for nothing.

You should know that ever since the border fell and Anren Prefecture suffered a series of misfortunes, everyone has been living in fear. Fortunately, the immortal Yu Sheng has alleviated some of the fear.

Now that the problem has finally been found, all the accumulated fear has turned into resentment and indignation, and they wish they could devour the man on the execution platform alive.

"You don't know, I was too slow to react. The person who ordered the food but didn't even touch it..."

Old Yang, who is usually obedient, was now beating his chest and stamping his feet, his face full of regret.

The strange old man glanced at the demon-slaying officers on the street, and then the general was killed. This could not be explained by mere coincidence.

If I had noticed something was wrong with the old man earlier and reported it to Immortal Yu Sheng in advance, there might have been a chance for things to turn around.

"Then, will Immortal Yu Sheng be in danger?"

Jin Gui was stunned for a moment, and panic appeared on her face. She also looked at Su Jingci on the execution platform.

At this moment, in Xianyun Pavilion.

Yu Sheng was certainly not in any danger; in fact, in the eyes of others, this was the perfect time for her to establish her authority over Su Jingci.

"That's about enough. If we drag this out any longer, that young man surnamed He probably won't give me any face anymore."

Yu Tongxuan made a calculation with his hand for a moment, then slowly raised his eyelids: "Let's do it."

Whether this little guy is truly ruthless or just stalling for time, it's time to see who comes out on top.

"..."

Standing at the entrance of the pavilion, Yu Sheng sensed the seemingly calm but actually fixed gaze behind her, and she clenched her fist again.

It seems that gaining more than ten days is the limit.

"That's how it should be."

She gave a casual reply, but her steps were quite heavy.

The journey from Qiankun Academy to the execution platform is only the length of an incense stick's time. With that little time, she must immediately come up with another excuse.

Otherwise, Senior Su would really be dead today.

It wasn't until she experienced it firsthand that Yu Sheng truly felt the pressure on Lin Shu's shoulders.

She was already feeling a bit overwhelmed just because she was responsible for Anren Prefecture, yet the other party had secretly saved so many lives.

"etc."

Yu Tongxuan suddenly spoke up.

Yu Sheng stopped walking and looked back with some confusion.

The old man raised an eyebrow slightly: "As expected of that stray dog's fragmented soul, it received my help but refused to repay a single bit... and it actually got it done."

It was as if they were verifying his words.

The next moment, the blinding sunlight suddenly softened by a fraction.

The moonlight, like a thin veil, quietly fell upon the world, landing in front of the majestic Demon Slayer's office in the city.

A tall, slender figure slowly walked out of the vermilion gate.

He Wanbai unusually tied his long hair up with a jade belt, and dressed in the black armor of a general, making him look handsome and dignified.

He walked expressionlessly down the street and calmly rubbed his wrist.

The moonlight surged and grew ever more intense.

"What's mine is mine, and no one can take it away."

A barely perceptible hint of smugness appeared on the man's lips.

At this moment, he naturally became the focus of the entire city.

Amidst everyone's astonished gazes, with each step He Wanbai took, his aura grew several times more powerful.

"A Nascent Soul Grandmaster..."

Despite the resentment in their eyes, Ding Xian and the Ruan siblings couldn't help but show shock on their faces in the face of the gradually rising pressure.

Clearly, the opponent's cultivation level has exceeded the limit of the Golden Core Realm and reached a new level.

The distance from the Demon Slayer Bureau to the execution platform is the same as the distance of an incense stick burning.

Compared to Yu Sheng's heavy steps, He Wanbai's steps were increasingly powerful and steady.

The moonlight obscured the sky, and then a voice as vast as thunder resounded.

"Su Jingci, do you plead guilty?"

These words, spoken throughout the city, were like a divine rebuke, filling people with awe and an instinctive urge to kneel in worship.

The sound, falling on the ear of the person on the execution platform, caused him to tremble violently, as if his internal organs were about to be torn apart.

Su Jingci lowered his head and gagged, a slightly fishy taste rising again in his already parched throat.

In his blurry and distorted vision, it seemed as if an enormous, indescribably proud white wolf had appeared, standing on the ancient city, with the sky above its head, its silvery eyes quietly watching him.

It's like, Young Master Qi has returned...

"As the commander-in-chief of the Demon Slaying Division, you have colluded with demons and evil spirits, harmed the immortals, and brought chaos to the world."

"Yes and no?"

Time seemed to freeze at this moment. With another thunderous sound, He Wanbai had already walked out of the long street.

His aura had also reached a critical point.

The entire process was perfectly timed, like a pre-arranged stage.

A demon-slaying general at the Golden Core stage stepped into the Nascent Soul stage the instant he reached the condemned minister. At the height of his power, he beheaded the minister and officially took over the position of commander-in-chief.

"Heh."

Yu Tongxuan narrowed his eyes, watching the junior's meticulously prepared performance, his displeasure clearly reaching its peak.

This scoundrel clearly agreed beforehand, but now he suddenly broke the contract, catching himself completely off guard.

However, now that the matter is settled, how could Yu Sheng possibly steal the limelight with her abilities alone?

To be precise, He Wanbai is the biggest "star" in Anren Prefecture today.

"Let it go this time, I'll make him give you an explanation."

"..."

When she was forced to leave earlier, Yu Sheng wished she could take each step slowly and deliberately.

But now, after being persuaded to stop by the old man, she anxiously ran forward, even resorting to using her wind-riding skills to patrol the mountain.

The moonlight, as light as a veil, suddenly became thick and heavy when faced with a gentle breeze.

Clearly, He Wanbai was well prepared for any potential changes.

This is why Yu Tongxuan did not intervene.

But soon, his expression changed slightly, showing a hint of surprise: "Hmm?"

With a powerful jolt, the breeze temporarily broke free from the moonlight's oppressive influence.

That seemingly honest little girl actually had hidden strength. Although she hadn't reached the Nascent Soul stage, she was still far beyond the Golden Core stage!

No wonder they still refuse to give up the fight even at this point.

"Tsk."

He Wanbai also noticed this unusual situation.

But his face remained unmoved; he simply took another step forward casually.

This seemingly insignificant action helped him cross that critical point.

The gentle breeze that had been drifting upwards was suddenly immobilized.

"Su Jingci, do you plead guilty?"

The third round of interrogation came rolling in, and the moment the words fell, He Wanbai was already standing under the execution platform.

He calmly raised his eyes, not at all worried that Su Jingci would talk nonsense.

With Ding Xian and the others' lives in his hands, the other party will definitely cooperate fully to play along with this grand charade.

Now, the entire city, including Yu Tongxuan, is under his control.

This pleasant feeling made He Wanbai so happy that he couldn't help but tremble.

This was the scene he had always dreamed of...

This is the imposing presence that Young Master Qi should possess!

"I am Young Master Qi... the one who escaped... but I'm just an imposter..."

His eyes burned with determination, waiting for the man on the execution platform to bring this grand drama to a perfect close.

The people in the city all knelt on the ground, prostrating themselves.

Those few standing figures stood out starkly.

Old Yang's breathing quickened and his eyes widened. Ding Xian and the Ruan siblings, these generals' apprentices, had reddened eyes and their auras were already fluctuating, clearly indicating that they could no longer hold back their desire to fight.

The headmaster has done her best; she cannot save her master.

But at least their lives could clear their master's name, preventing him from confessing to those crimes and becoming a sinner in Yongzhou.

"..."

Su Jingci noticed the gazes fixed on her.

He suddenly felt quite happy.

But it's really unnecessary; he doesn't really care about those things.

Because he had already met the Little Demon King.

That was an unparalleled talent he had never heard of before, possessing the astonishing ability to completely lead everyone to break the deadlock.

The other party just needs a little more time.

"Gentlemen, please... look another hundred years!"

Su Jingci's voice was hoarse like the friction of rusted iron, yet it carried a strong sense of confidence.

If victory is assured, then there's no need to throw one's life away in vain.

These disciples wanted to witness the arrival of the royal army on their behalf!

"..."

Hearing the general's nonsense, He Wanbai frowned slightly, somewhat displeased.

His meticulous arrangement seemed to have a flaw.

If the other party dares to waste even a moment more, he wouldn't mind killing a few Golden Core Realm ants first.

Unfortunately, before he could threaten him with his gaze, a strange and dangerous feeling suddenly welled up in his heart.

Did he sense danger when he reached the Nascent Soul stage?

What an absurd illusion!

Not only He Wanbai noticed something was amiss, but ordinary people throughout the city also discovered that something was wrong.

In the sky, the moonlight was like a light veil.

But ripples appeared on the light gauze, reflecting two enormous, awe-inspiring faces, their grotesque features gradually becoming clearer.

Just as the two monsters viciously tore apart the moonlight, a chilling voice, without much variation, easily drowned out the previous thunderous sound.

A raging sea of ​​blood stained the sky, adding an eerie touch to the hazy moonlight.

Amidst the ebb and flow of blood, a magnificent imperial carriage atop the crest of the waves was revealed, along with a solitary figure seated atop it.

"Why wait for a hundred years? I only care about today."