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Chapter 12: Stirrings Under the Bed
Chapter 12: Stirrings Under the Bed
Song Changfeng lay weakly in the corner, his dying gaze catching the silhouette of the young man approaching.
His face twitched, and his throat bobbed as he made a hissing sound, his numb body instinctively shrinking back.
What he had witnessed moments ago was beyond belief.
Years ago, it was Song Changfeng who handpicked Shen Yi from a bunch of ruffians, recognizing his quick wit.
Little did he expect that Shen Yi would turn out to be too clever for his own good. Not only had he thrived in Boyun County, but he also fraternized with demons and monsters, skillfully handling matters for the yamen.
Despite all this, Song Changfeng merely avoided him and refrained from provoking him. Deep down, however, he still held a sense of disdain and contempt.
Yet, at this moment, a strong sense of dread filled his heart.
To take on three opponents alone and effortlessly slaughter three ape demons with his mere movements—such formidable strength could not have been achieved overnight.
Recalling Shen Yi's usual revelry with his friends and his nightly carousing, always needing to hold his waist as he walked, Song Changfeng felt a chill in his heart.
Such patience and hidden strength, what was he plotting?
As these thoughts raced through his mind, the young man had already reached him. Song Changfeng subconsciously raised his hand to shield his face.
The next moment, he found himself being lifted onto the young man's back.
Shen Yi felt the middle-aged man's trembling body and sighed, "Is it necessary to be so afraid? I didn't even break any of your bones."
The yamen's Xing Fang was responsible for maintaining law and order in the entire county. As the head of a department, Song Changfeng was still so terrified even after the ape demons had been slain. If it weren't for the 800 soldiers of the Bing Fang guarding the city, the people of Boyun County would have likely been devoured by the demons.
Song Changfeng remained silent.
Shen Yi had been about to ask where he lived, but as this thought occurred to him, his feet naturally carried him forward.
Leaving the yamen, they walked onto East Street.
It was already late at night, and the street was pitch-black, making it difficult to see the path ahead.
However, Shen Yi was not at all unfamiliar with the surroundings. He stopped in front of a small courtyard and knocked on the door.
"You still know how to come back? You would've died out there."
Along with a cold voice, the courtyard gate was gently pushed open.
The one who opened the door was a beautiful woman in her thirties, dressed in a pink sheer dress. Her charming appearance was well-maintained, her skin delicate and firm, and her voluptuous figure captivating.
When she recognized Shen Yi's face, her expression changed slightly, and a hint of joy appeared in her narrow, long eyes. "How did you end up here? Is that old man still at the yamen?"
"..."
Shen Yi's expression turned strange as he slightly sidestepped, allowing her to see the "old man" he was carrying on his back.
The beauty was surprised but remained calm, staring at the lifeless-looking Song Changfeng. "Going to the yamen for tea and ending up like this? Do you have any sense of pride?"
Hearing this, even Shen Yi felt a bit of pity for Song Changfeng.
Unfortunate in his work and having to hide from his subordinates, he also had to endure abuse at home. In his forties, nearing fifty, he had taken a new, alluring wife, only to have her stolen by someone else.
Shen Yi entered the small courtyard and placed Song Changfeng on the bed. The old man turned his head toward the wall and pretended to be unconscious.
After saving your life, not even a word of thanks... Shen Yi shook his head and turned to leave.
As soon as he stepped into the small courtyard, a warm and soft body pressed against him.
"What happened today?" Mrs. Song wrapped her arms around Shen Yi's arm, her voluptuous figure pressing against him as she asked with concern, "Are you alright? Come, let me take you inside, and I'll check you thoroughly."
"Ahem." Shen Yi's heart and mind wavered for a moment.
After a moment, he glanced at the door he had just closed and gently withdrew his arm. "Song Head chopped off the demon. I still need to return to the yamen to handle the aftermath. I won't disturb you any further."
The beauty watched as the young man walked away and stamped her foot. "He can still chop off demons. If you had that ability, you heartless man."
...
Leaving the Song residence.
Shen Yi stood alone on the deserted street, reaching out to wrap his clothes tighter around him.
Although he didn't like the situation at Song Tou's place, he envied someone like Chen Ji, who had someone waiting for him at home and keeping the lamp lit.
Unfortunately, his past self was a scoundrel. Orphaned at a young age, he had no concept of family or close friends. His bed was filled with prostitutes, one after another.
Shen Yi took a deep breath of the night air and summoned the panel.
[Opening the Wisdom Ape Demon, not yet entered the Initial Realm, total lifespan of 326 years, 44 years remaining, absorption complete]
[Opening the Wisdom Ape Demon, not yet entered the Initial Realm, total lifespan of 355 years, 78 years remaining, absorption complete]
[Opening the Wisdom Ape Demon, not yet entered the Initial Realm, total lifespan of 420 years, 83 years remaining, absorption complete]
[Remaining demon lifespan: 222 years]
...
Shen Yi intended to invest all of this borrowed lifespan into the Wind and Thunder Treasure Scroll.
The power of the Demon-Subduing Righteous Yang Blade was indeed remarkable, befitting a technique that touched upon the Initial Realm.
When slaying the last of the ape demons in scholar's robes, Shen Yi truly felt the process of his qi and blood transforming into mist.
This blade was no longer limited by the strength of its wielder or the finesse of their technique; it represented an entirely different realm.
However, it was still just a detour taken by an ordinary mortal, forcibly consuming one's own life force to temporarily attain that realm, falling short of the true Initial Realm.
"I wonder if two hundred years will be enough."
Shen Yi knew he wasn't a genius, and if he wanted to forge a new path from scratch, he could only rely on an immense amount of time.
He didn't have the luxury of waiting for a proven method to succeed.
The disappearance of the three ape demons in Boyun County was entirely different from the previous incidents involving the black-skinned dog demon and Huang Laoliu. The remaining ape demons would soon discover this anomaly.
When half of their children suddenly perish, the true apex demon of the clan would undoubtedly seek vengeance.
Boyun County was located in a remote area, surrounded by four demonic forces: the Yellow Skins to the west, the apes in the eastern mountains, a demoness known as the Azure Qilin Snake, and a horde of foxes.
Shen Yi had already offended two of them.
Although he had been discreet, when it came to demons seeking revenge, there was no need for evidence; mere suspicion was enough for them to raze the entire county to the ground.
"Let's just head home for now."
Shen Yi's thoughts were giving him a headache. He wasn't a heartless man.
Previously, with only a year left to live, he had carried a certain nonchalance and a hint of recklessness. Now, with an additional twenty years of life ahead of him, as well as a glimpse into the profound world of martial arts, his perspective had shifted.
Given the choice, he would undoubtedly choose to continue living.
Shen Yi's thoughts were in turmoil as he finally returned to a side room.
As a minor clerk, the accommodations provided by the yamen were slightly better than Chen Ji's, but not by much.
Although he had amassed a significant amount of wealth through his unscrupulous means, his past self had shown little interest in purchasing property. After all, in Boyun County, aside from a handful of individuals he couldn't afford to offend, he could sleep wherever he pleased.
His living quarters were in disarray.
Shen Yi frowned at the mess and, despite his fatigue, began to tidy up. Unfortunately, there was no broom, so he had to settle for tossing the clutter and empty wine jars into the backyard.
He eyed the greasy straw mat with disdain and decided to throw it out as well.
After finishing his impromptu cleaning session, Shen Yi lay down on the hard wooden bed, his eyelids growing heavy.
In theory, his current body should have been immune to fatigue, but perhaps due to the multitude of events he had experienced and the unpleasant situations he had witnessed in a short span of time, he felt a strong desire for rest.
A wave of drowsiness washed over him.
Shen Yi closed his eyes, relishing the momentary peace.
If there was one thing he wished for, it was a soft, fragrant body to hold in his arms as he slept.
"Bang!"
"Bang!"
"Bang!"
Shen Yi opened his eyes, puzzled, and looked towards his bed.
...
(End of Chapter)
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