Start slaying demons from the proficiency panel.

The effect was indeed miraculous; for several years, Han Wan'er's body showed no signs of skin atrophy or decay, maintaining the same appearance and figure as before her death.

However, Steward Chu had only learned the method of bringing the dead back to life and had never actually resurrected a person, so he was somewhat uncertain at the moment.

On either side of the pool, two snow-white demons were each holding a spirit-gathering banner and waving it on the water.

Clumps of fluorescent green orbs continuously fell from the Spirit Gathering Banner, merging with the water's surface as they landed in the pool.

With each additional green patch, the dark green of the water deepens.

As Steward Chu silently chanted the incantation, tiny water columns rose from the surface of the water and pierced into Han Wan'er's acupoints.

Her expression instantly became lively and vibrant, as if she might open her eyes and come back to life at any moment.

"Manager Chu, most of the disciples who were sent to collect essence in the towns near Chaotiandu have returned, but we are still short of more than a hundred portions of essence. As for the spirit-gathering banner in Wendeng County, there has been no news of it. I'm afraid it has met with some misfortune."

A sorcerer walked up behind Steward Chu and said.

"Du Luo and Pu Sheng were captured by Fu Mowei. The disciples I sent afterward have not yet responded. I have prepared for this gap."

Manager Chu took out a narrow-mouthed, long-necked white jade bottle and poured it into the pool. A large amount of green clumps flowed out and fell into the pool, deepening its green hue.

The demon exclaimed in delight, "Manager Chu's foresight is truly divine!"

One after another, jets of water were inserted into Han Wan'er's body, and in just a few breaths, her entire body was covered with water jets.

Using the water column as a carrier, a large amount of vital energy was forcibly injected into Han Wan'er's body, making her body appear increasingly full of vitality.

"After years of preparation, we have accumulated so much vital energy from living people. Whether it can bring the dead back to life depends entirely on tonight."

Manager Chu made a hand seal, and the dark green pool surged wildly. The water level began to drop at a visible speed, but it all entered Han Wan'er's body.

Soon, an incredibly complex ghost face totem slowly appeared on her chest.

Blue lines started from Han Wan'er's chest and spread out toward her limbs and neck, soon covering her entire body.

Seeing this, Manager Chu was greatly surprised.

The method of bringing the dead back to life she imagined was not like this. If Wu Huanian saw this, wouldn't he fly into a rage on the spot? Could something have gone wrong?

At the same time, a muffled sound suddenly came from above the demons' heads.

A demon rushed out of the entrance, shouting, "It's terrible! Four demon-slaying officers have arrived outside and destroyed the key point of our concealment formation!"

Manager Chu's face was gloomy. It was truly a case of misfortunes never coming singly; at this critical juncture, the Demon-Subduing Commander had arrived.

"Go and stop them. No matter what, we have to keep them from finding this place."

"As ordered."

【032】The Taoist's methods are extraordinary

With the array's core destroyed by Li Yueying, the kitchen, which had been inspected and was otherwise functioning normally, underwent a dramatic change in an instant.

At the entrance to the cellar, vines entwined, and looking down, one could see piles of white bones, like mountains.

Clearly, the demons hiding in the underground of Chunman Pavilion have a history of harming people.

"Under the very nose of the Demon Subduing Division, such a scene actually occurred in Chaotian City." Liu Yong's expression was heavy, and his mood was very depressed.

Every skeleton in this cellar silently testifies to the incompetence and dereliction of duty of these demon-slaying officers.

This malignant tumor has been secretly buried in Chaotiandu for so long.

"Brother Liu, don't think too much about it. Go down and take a look," Qin Ben said.

This cellar is obviously not ordinary; it might even contain a hidden world.

Liu Yong nodded and immediately took the lead, with Ning Xiu following closely behind.

If Liu Yong were to encounter any danger, he could lend him a helping hand.

The entire cellar was filled with a dark, malevolent aura. No one who could dispel the malevolent aura from entering the body would come here.

I'm afraid that if I stay here for a while, I'll experience various physical discomforts.

Ning Xiu and the other three were all at the eighth or ninth level of their respective cultivation realms, and each had their own methods of dealing with these evil influences, so they could ignore them.

Click!

Stepping on the thick layer of white bones, Ning Xiu quickly discovered a hole hidden in a corner.

The opening extends deeper underground, and it's unclear where it leads.

But it is obvious that the demon hiding here must be down here.

"Don't rush, everyone. I'll lead the way from now on," Qin Ben said, looking at the seemingly endless cave passage.

Upon hearing this, Ning Xiu's eyes immediately filled with curiosity.

The path Qin Ben chose was the 'Way of the General'.

Those who aspire to the Way must enlist in the army, fight on the battlefield, and earn numerous military merits.

Once one has honed their "military spirit" and "military soul," they will officially enter the ninth rank and can be promoted to general, leading troops into battle.

At this point, the person who guides the way has two paths to choose from.

1. Remain on the battlefield to fight against the demon kingdom and its demon army.

Second, return to join the Demon Slayer Bureau and carry out various missions.

Therefore, if we were to be precise in our address, Ning Xiu and the others would have to call Qin Ben "General Qin".

Before this, Ning Xiu had only heard about the supernatural powers of the Daoist, and had never seen a Daoist make a move in person. Tonight, however, he was able to broaden his horizons.

"Then it's up to you," Liu Yong nodded in response.

Qin Ben then took out a palm-sized triangular flag with a yellow background and a red border from his bosom.

In the center of the flag is embroidered a dark black character '奔' (bēn), which looks very majestic.

"Wolf Pack, form ranks!" Qin Ben shouted, raising his flag.

Instantly, a gentle breeze stirred around everyone, and amidst the blue light and glow, five tall soldiers wearing wolf-patterned helmets, wolf-patterned armor, and wielding wolf-tooth clubs emerged from the blue light.

They stood in a single file in front of Qin Ben.

The five wolf soldiers had their faces completely covered by helmets, making it impossible to see what they actually looked like.

However, one could clearly sense the murderous aura and formidable presence emanating from these five individuals.

"Form a goose-shaped formation and go in to scout ahead," Qin Ben shouted.

Upon receiving the order, the five wolf soldiers immediately formed a 'V' shaped formation with one soldier in the first row, two soldiers in the second row, and two soldiers in the third row, and voluntarily walked into the cave entrance.

Seeing this, Ning Xiu was secretly amazed.

These five Wolf Warriors are Qin Ben's military spirit. As long as Qin Ben lives, these military spirits will be immortal and exist eternally.

Depending on the temperament of the general, the type of military spirit that will be cultivated will also be different.

Honest and kind people are often guards of the Great Shield.

A generous and righteous man, he was an axeman.

A calm and collected person is unpredictable, whether using a bow and arrow or a crossbow.

Impulsive and reckless individuals are commonly found among cavalry and spearmen.

Of course, some rather strange and novel military spirit units will also appear, such as Qin Ben's Wolf Soldiers.

Furthermore, the Way is divided into three levels:

Those ranked from nine to seven are the lowest three ranks, with the title of "Wu" (伍), and the five members of the "Military Soul" (军魂).

Those ranked six to four are of the middle third rank, with the title of "Battalion Commander," and their military spirit is 1,000 men.

The third to the first rank are the highest three ranks, with the title of "Military," and the military spirit of ten thousand men.

Once you reach the third rank, you truly become an army in yourself, as the legend goes.

The spirit of the army is immortal, making them the perfect scouts.

Following the five wolf soldiers into the cave, Ning Xiu and his companions soon disappeared into the depths of the passage.

……

As more and more blue patterns appeared all over Han Wan'er's body, Steward Chu gradually felt that something was wrong.

In particular, the ghost face totem on the other person's chest appeared even more lifelike as the vital energy of the living person was continuously injected into it.

It seemed as if it could transform into a real demon mask and fly out at any moment.

The pool, which had been filled with water for many years, was almost empty, but Han Wan'er still showed no signs of waking up.

Manager Chu couldn't help but secretly break out in a cold sweat.

For some reason, the sect leader values ​​Wu Huanian highly, and even sent someone to deliver a message half a year ago.

He was determined to bring Wu Huanian out of Chaotiandu no matter what, to see him alive or dead.

Whether Han Wan'er can be resurrected is the key to whether she can take Wu Huanian away from Chaotiandu.

He could easily give up his royal status, such as Marquis of Wuyi, and willingly degenerate halfway through his life, even accepting help from the Black Heaven Gate.

In this world, apart from Han Wan'er, who is his Achilles' heel, no one else can influence Wu Huanian.

If Han Wan'er fails to come back to life as planned, given Wu Huanian's love for his wife, he will definitely stay in Chaotian Capital and refuse to leave, and be buried with Han Wan'er.

Under Steward Chu's anxious gaze, all the vital energy of the living beings flowed into Han Wan'er's body through the water column.

The pool had completely dried up, and the ice coffin supporting Han Wan'er fell onto the stone surface.

In an instant, the female corpse, who had been dead for many years and should have been laid to rest, suddenly opened her eyes and slowly stood up from the ice coffin.

"It really worked!" Manager Chu exclaimed in shock.

Years of hard work have finally paid off!

Although the Black Heaven Gate Master is said to have a way to bring the dead back to life, no one has ever witnessed it firsthand, so the truth of the matter remains to be discussed.

After all, bringing the dead back to life is a divine power that even immortals might not be able to achieve.

At this moment, having witnessed Han Wan'er's resurrection, Steward Chu was incredibly shocked.