I Possess a Scroll of Demon-Subduing Records

"Pei Qian, Lin Yi, you two go and arrange the night watch. Make sure the inner city is safe. I'm going to visit Prefect Wang. At this point, we can only ask him to petition the court to send reinforcements."

"Yes."

Pei Qian immediately accepted the order and prepared to leave, but seeing Lin Yi still standing there in a daze, not accepting the order, he immediately said with displeasure, "Chief Constable Lin, what are you thinking about!"

Seeing Lin Yi's gaze fixed on the Xiang River, Pei Qian assumed he was thinking of the immortal artifact and couldn't help but say sarcastically, "You don't actually want to participate in the fight for the treasure, do you? Young man, don't be so arrogant. Even a fourth-grade cultivator, a five-elemental master, or a half-step Nascent Soul cultivator wouldn't dare to covet it in the slightest. How dare you even think about it?"

Lin Yi snapped out of his daze, glanced at Pei Qian, and ignored him.

He looked at the Xiang River not because he coveted the treasure, but because he was worried about Jiang Linglong.

Jiang Linglong was underwater, so she must have noticed such a commotion. Perhaps this strange phenomenon is related to Jiang Linglong?

Although Jiang Linglong was powerful enough that he didn't need to worry about her at all, and even if she encountered any trouble, his meager cultivation wouldn't be of much help, Lin Yi still couldn't help but feel uneasy knowing this.

He quickly flipped to the page of the Demon-Slaying Manual and saw that her status had changed to "lying peacefully in a crystal coffin, with a pillow given to her by a friend," and only then did he feel relieved.

It seems that what's happening here has nothing to do with Jiang Linglong. As long as she lies there, no one should be able to threaten her. The one who needs to worry now is himself.

He didn't argue with Pei Qian, and immediately ran home.

Pei Qian had his own arrangements for the Jingye Division, and Lin Yi was too lazy to compete with him for power. It wasn't worth it anyway, since a higher-ranking official could easily crush a lower-ranking one. He might as well let Pei Qian do whatever he wanted!

No matter what, family is still the most important.

When Lin Yi rushed home, Wang Jinxuan was in the yard watching the sunset with Xiaocao.

"I've never seen such a beautiful sunset in my life. It's red with gold, it's truly ethereal."

The grass was also dazzled, and they were delighted by the beautiful scene.

As soon as Lin Yi got home, the two of them came over together.

"Brother, you're back."

Xiao Cao was pleasantly surprised. Lin Yi usually left early and returned late, so she could only see him once a day.

Lin Yi, not bothering to speak to her, quickly asked, "Where is your sister Dong?"

"She is resting in her room."

Wang Jinxuan wanted to talk to Lin Yi, but then he saw him hurriedly return to his room. He whispered to Xiaocao, "Your brother is in such a hurry, something must have happened. Why don't you come back to the prefect's mansion with me? It's definitely safe there."

The little grass shook its head and did not agree.

On the other side, Lin Yi entered the room and saw He Dong lying listlessly on the bed, with a small pile of gold next to him.

Although He Dong no longer needed to draw yang energy from gold and silver thanks to Lin Yi's yang energy replenishment, it had probably become a habit. She was still very happy looking at the money, but it was a pity that she only had so little money left in her pocket.

Hearing Lin Yi burst through the door, she quickly covered the gold and tucked it into her bosom.

Why are you home so early today?

"Something terrible has happened."

Lin Yi got straight to the point: "A great phenomenon has occurred on the Xiang River, and many people are speculating that it is the birth of a celestial artifact. I came back to tell you to be careful with Xiao Cao."

He Dong looked unconvinced and casually said, "Don't worry, how many people in this world have ever seen a celestial artifact? Besides, these things all have their own spirit and choose their own masters. How could they appear out of nowhere?"

If immortal artifacts were truly so common, over the years, there wouldn't be only a few top sects possessing one or two immortal artifacts as their most prized possessions.

"Perhaps it's some kind of secret realm emerging, and it looks like it's going to be quite a grand spectacle. You ignorant people are spreading rumors everywhere that there's a celestial artifact; maybe it will really attract powerful figures down the mountain."

After He Dong finished speaking, he added with a proud look, "As long as it's not a first-grade expert who comes in person, I can run away with Xiao Cao, so don't worry. However, you should be careful when you're out there by yourself."

"I will. I'll be going now. The Jingye Division has a lot of things to deal with."

Lin Yi knew the situation was urgent and serious, so he immediately went out.

"Wait, I'll give you a ghost talisman. Keep it with you at all times. It can help you conceal your whereabouts in dangerous situations. As long as your cultivation level is not higher than mine, no one will be able to find you."

Lin Yi: "..."

You speak with such confidence, I dare not take it.

I was holding this last time and ended up getting bitten by a zombie.

However, Lin Yi wasn't superstitious. Meeting Jiang Linglong was indeed an accident, but it was impossible to encounter a big shot of Jiang Linglong's level every time...

Chapter 120 Chaos

In He Dong's eyes, this "appearance of a celestial artifact" was not actually that dangerous. As long as the first-grade artifact did not leave the mountain and she did not provoke others, she could protect herself without any problem.

So she didn't urge Lin Yi to run away immediately; she just gave him a ghost talisman and thought that was enough.

"Is this ghost talisman free?"

"Of course not. My cultivation has improved, and the effect of this ghost talisman has become much stronger. It will cost more."

"If you let me owe you so much money, I might have to pay it back in my next life."

Lin Yi said with a smile, and He Dong blushed and said angrily, "Keep dreaming! If you don't pay up, I'll drain you dry, hmph!"

Are you really willing to do that?

Lin Yi leaned closer and suddenly kissed He Dong on the cheek before turning and leaving.

"I have official business to attend to, so I'll be leaving now. Please take good care of Xiaocao!"

"You big bad guy!"

He heard He Dong's arrogant scolding behind him. Lin Yi left the room with a smile and saw Wang Jinxuan and Xiao Cao in the yard looking at him with curiosity. He knew that he had made them worry because he was in such a hurry.

However, it is indeed time to remind them.

“Miss Wang, there may be a major change in the city. You’d better stay in the prefect’s mansion for the next few days and don’t come out.”

The Prefectural Governor's Mansion is probably the safest place in the city right now. It is protected by the imperial court's fortune, and Wang An is no ordinary person. Wang Jinxuan is definitely much safer in the Prefectural Governor's Mansion.

Moreover, the Demon Alliance has its eye on her. Zhu Sisi died, but the matter may not be over yet.

In this situation, staying at home is the safest option.

"Something must have happened. What about Xiaocao and Master's wife? Why don't we let them come stay at my house too!"

Lin Yi knew that Wang Jinxuan meant well, but the Prefect's Mansion was not a good place for He Dong, so he refused, saying, "No need, they have their own ways of protecting themselves, don't worry, I'll take you back first."

"OK then."

Wang Jinxuan reluctantly left with Lin Yi. As they walked, Lin Yi couldn't help but ask, "You didn't stay here all day, did you?"

"Yes, is that not allowed? I can also teach Xiaocao to read."

Wang Jinxuan said sadly, "The atmosphere at home is a bit strange today. I heard that my second brother was beaten again yesterday and made to kneel in the ancestral hall as punishment. Father is also very unhappy, and my eldest brother looks worried, so I don't want to go back."

“If you don’t go back soon, your father will worry about you again. At times like this, you just need to do your own thing and not cause trouble for the family. Xingsha City is already turbulent, and now there are new changes. Your father will probably have a headache for a while.”

"What new development?"

Wang Jinxuan was particularly curious about this matter, but Lin Yi didn't want to tell her. He only warned her, "The waters here are too deep. It's not something you should ask about."

"Oh."

Seeing Lin Yi's serious expression, Wang Jinxuan didn't dare to cause trouble. She was very talented at acting cute and being willful, and she knew very well when she could be willful and when she couldn't.

Just like now, her curiosity was like a cat's claws, and she didn't dare to ask Lin Yi any more questions.

At worst, I can just go home and ask my own father.

The two traveled together and soon arrived at the prefectural governor's residence.

When they arrived at the gate, they happened to run into Wang An seeing Bao Sanniang off. Both of them looked serious and seemed to be in a bad mood.

Upon seeing Lin Yi and Wang Jinxuan return together, Wang An's face darkened again, clearly showing his anger, though he held back.

But Bao Sanniang spoke first when she saw Lin Yi: "You've come at the right time. I was looking for you. Come with me out of the city!"

"Row."

Bao Sanniang was decisive and efficient, so Lin Yi could only bow to Wang An as a greeting before hurriedly following Bao Sanniang away.

"I have reached an agreement with Prefect Wang to seal off the city immediately, with no entry or exit. There shouldn't be any major chaos. In addition, I have sent an urgent message to headquarters for reinforcements, but it will take at least a day before a renowned constable arrives to provide assistance. Until then, we must try our best to stabilize the situation."

As Bao Sanniang ran, she spoke, but Lin Yi asked, "What are the arrangements for Brother Guan? He's currently unprotected and seriously injured. It wouldn't be good if some villains took advantage of the situation and hurt him."

Upon hearing this, Bao Sanniang paused for a moment.

"In critical times, we should prioritize the overall situation. He's at home, so he should be fine."

“This is still not appropriate. Why don’t you go and see him, Steward Bao? If there’s any task he needs, just let me handle it.”

"No, this is too dangerous. You probably can't handle the situation. Why don't you go and take care of him? I'll go out of the city alone."

Bao Sanniang had no reason to let Lin Yi put himself in danger, so Lin Yi immediately agreed, "Alright, I'll go see him first, and after I've settled him in, I'll come back to find you."

"it is good."

The two parted ways, and Lin Yi rushed to Guan Buping's house, picked him up, and ran towards the Jingye Division.

Jingye Division isn't an absolutely safe zone, but it has a certain number of personnel stationed there, and there's even a hidden expert, Uncle Qin, at the gatehouse, so it's definitely safer than outside.

"What's wrong? What happened that you're in such a hurry?"

Guan Buping sensed something was off, and Lin Yi didn't hide it from him, replying, "A celestial artifact is suspected to have appeared on the Xiangjiang River. If nothing unexpected happens, a large number of demons and monsters will gather there. Steward Bao is worried about unrest, so he specifically ordered me to protect you."

"And what about your master?"

"Uh, I don't know that. She told me that if I call her in the city, she will appear immediately. Why don't I give it a try?"

As he spoke, Lin Yi shouted, "Master!"

The sound carried far, probably audible throughout half the city. Only someone with a social anxiety disorder like Lin Yi could be so unrestrained. However, after waiting for three breaths, he didn't see Qu Jing, but instead saw Xiao Se flying over walls and walking swiftly towards him.

"Xiao Se, what brings you here? I was just about to look for you."

Lin Yi parted ways with Bao Sanniang, also harboring the intention to search for Xiao Se. After all, he was a sworn brother, and if he missed him, it might damage their brotherhood.

"I've been looking for you too. It looks like something terrible has happened in the city. Are you alright?"

"It's alright, the situation is still under control. Let's talk as we walk."

Lin Yi was worried about Qu Jing's safety and just wanted to send Guan Buping back to Jingye Division as soon as possible. On the way, he told Xiao Se about the whole story.

Hearing this news, which was enough to cause a city-wide riot, Xiao Se remained quite calm.

"It turns out that the appearance of a celestial artifact will indeed cause a lot of disputes, but there is no need to worry too much. Their goal is the celestial artifact, so there is no reason for them to cause trouble in the city. Those who cause trouble are the ones with ulterior motives."