Chapter 244: Eradicating Evil, The Evil Blood Cocoon

The man with the sword had previously noticed the stark difference in the deaths of the master and disciple, Mo Hu.

The elderly man with the hawk-like nose had his head severed and bore numerous sword wounds.

It was apparent that he had been killed by the old physician.

Given the terrifying strength the old physician had displayed earlier, it wasn't too surprising that he was able to slay the hawk-nosed elder.

What truly shocked the swordsman was Mo Hu's state.

Aside from his head, the rest of his body was like a pile of twisted mud, unrecognizable, and could be described as miserable.

This wasn't the old physician's style, so there was only one possibility—Mo Hu had died at Lu Qing's hands.

After all, only Lu Qing and his master were there.

However, this left the swordsman somewhat incredulous, so he wanted to confirm it himself.

"Hmm, didn't I tell you, Senior, that Mo Hu couldn't threaten me?" Lu Qing nodded.

"It really was this young master who killed him..."

The man with the sword was shocked beyond words.

You have to know that even though Mo Hu had lost an arm and had been injured by the old physician, he was still a solid minor completion-stage innate realm cultivator. Yet, he had been killed by a young man.

Moreover, wasn't Lu Qing skilled in archery? Why did Mo Hu's death seem like he had been bludgeoned to death by brute force?

The man with the sword was shocked and filled with questions.

However, Lu Qing didn't give him a chance to ask further as he sensed that Ma Gu and the others had entered Liuyun Town.

"What exactly happened here?"

At the entrance of Liuyun Town, Ma Gu and the others drove their carriage along the street, their eyes widening at the surrounding scene.

The human-shaped bloodstains and the clothes within them were eerie and sent shivers down their spines.

No wonder Lu Qing hadn't wanted them to follow; seeing this strange scene, they knew something terrifying must have happened in the town.

The rotund middle-aged man, in particular, was incredibly relieved.

Luckily, Chen, the physician, and the others had insisted on not entering the town earlier. Otherwise, it would've been hard to say if the bloodstains on the street would've included them.

This thought made the rotund man pause.

Could it be that Chen and the others had foreseen this?

"Master, where are we going?"

Wei Zi'an looked at the quiet street, his heart pounding, and couldn't help but ask.

"Let's wait a moment. The young master and grandmaster must've already sensed our arrival," Ma Gu replied.

As his words fell, a figure appeared from the front and, in the next moment, stood before the carriage.

"Young master!"

Ma Gu halted the carriage, his voice filled with surprise and joy.

The others also wore happy expressions.

They couldn't help but feel relieved to see Lu Qing; the current state of Liuyun Town was too eerie, sending shivers down their spines.

"You're here. Follow me; my master is over there," Lu Qing said.

"Young master, what about these..." Ma Gu pointed to the human-shaped bloodstains on the street.

"Those are ordinary townspeople who were refined by Liuyun Sect's evil techniques. Don't worry; they pose no threat to you," Lu Qing said indifferently.

However, his words shocked Ma Gu and the others.

Liuyun Sect was so ruthless that they didn't even spare the townspeople living below their mountain.

Following Lu Qing, the carriage made its way toward the inn.

Along the way, they passed by the corpses of the hawk-nosed elder and the other man, as well as the destroyed street, filling them with dread.

Even in death, the two corpses exuded a faint, terrifying aura.

One could only imagine how powerful they had been in life.

With such strong cultivators dead and the street in ruins, they dared not imagine what kind of battle had taken place here.

"Wait here for a moment."

When they passed by the black-robed figure's corpse again, Lu Qing suddenly remembered something. He asked Ma Gu to stop the carriage and then leaped over to a nearby house. After a brief search, he found what he was looking for—the black rod that had been knocked out of the black-robed figure's hand.

"Let's go."

Carrying the rod back to the carriage, Lu Qing placed it inside nonchalantly.

The others didn't dare ask any questions and could only follow behind him.

Soon, they arrived at the inn.

Hearing the carriage, the swordsman walked out.

"This is the elder of Silver Moon Sect, Elder Yan," Lu Qing introduced.

"Nice to meet you, Elder Yan," Ma Gu and the others greeted respectfully.

The rotund middle-aged man and his disciples were especially stunned.

As natives of Yunzhou, they were naturally well-informed about the major powers in the region.

If this man was indeed a Grand Elder of the Silver Moon Sect, one of the three major sects, then he must be a formidable Innate Realm cultivator!

"Since you are Young Master Lu's friend, there's no need for formalities," the swordsman quickly said, his manner immediately respectful.

If it had been anyone else, he might have maintained a more aloof demeanor, but seeing how close they were to Lu Qing, he dared not put on airs.

Both Lu Qing and the old physician had displayed extraordinary strength, and the swordsman was filled with reverence for them.

Upon hearing the elderly man address Lu Qing so respectfully, the rotund middle-aged man was mentally prepared, but Wen Bin and the others were astonished.

However, no one paid attention to their reactions.

"Elder Yan, has my master finished examining everyone?" Lu Qing asked.

"Almost. When I left, there were only a few people left to be examined," Elder Yan replied.

"I'll go and take a look." Lu Qing nodded and then turned to Ma Gu. "Ma, please wait here for a moment."

Inside the tavern were numerous corpses, their deaths gruesome and tragic.

Although Xiao Yan had seen her fair share of death recently, Lu Qing didn't want her to witness such a horrifying scene.

As Lu Qing entered the tavern, he saw the old physician finishing the examination of the last person.

"Master, Ma and the others have arrived," Lu Qing said softly.

"Mhm." The old physician acknowledged with a nod, then turned to the tall, thin martial artist in front of him. "Your symptoms are similar to the others. Your qi and blood are both deficient, and your foundation has been damaged. However, fortunately, your life is not in danger.

As long as you take good care of yourself and nourish your body with the right herbs, you should recover fully in time."

"Thank you, Old Master!"

The tall, thin martial artist was overjoyed to hear this and repeatedly expressed his gratitude.

His greatest fear was that the evil arts of the hawk-nosed old demon would leave some hidden ailment within his body.

Now that he knew he would be fine, he breathed a sigh of relief.

"Everyone," the old physician addressed the group after examining them all.

"I have diagnosed all your conditions, and fortunately, your martial arts cultivation is profound, and your foundations are strong. Although your qi and blood have been depleted, it does not pose a threat to your lives.

I will prescribe two formulas to strengthen your foundations and nourish your essence. After you leave, remember to purchase the herbs according to the prescriptions and take the medicine as instructed.

With proper rest and nourishment for a month or two, you should all recover fully."

"Thank you, Old Master!"

The Yunzhou martial artists expressed their gratitude together.

The old physician nodded and then turned to Lu Qing. "Aqing, prepare me some paper and ink. I will write out the prescriptions."

"Yes, Master," Lu Qing replied.

He quickly prepared the requested items, and the old physician swiftly wrote out two prescriptions and posted them on the wall.

"These two formulas are for strengthening your foundations and nourishing your essence. Please remember or copy them down and purchase the herbs accordingly," the old physician explained.

The Yunzhou martial artists rushed forward to study and memorize the prescriptions.

Taking this opportunity, the swordsman stepped forward. "Elder, the Liuyun Sect has brought disaster to Yunzhou for a long time. This time, they even set up an evil formation and harmed innocent lives.

Now that Mo Hu and his disciple are dead, the Liuyun Sect still has significant influence. What do you plan to do about them?"

"This..."

The old physician hesitated.

He wasn't skilled in handling such matters, and he truly didn't know what to do.

Moreover, with the deaths of the hawk-nosed elder and the black-robed figure, the source of his anger had mostly dissipated, and he didn't wish to continue the slaughter.

He looked at Lu Qing and asked, "Aqing, what do you think we should do?"

Lu Qing thought for a moment before replying seriously, "Master, we have witnessed the actions and style of the Liuyun Sect on our journey here.

Their brutality brings nothing but disaster to the people of Yunzhou. We may not be able to save everyone, but removing this malignant tumor will lessen the suffering of the people.

I know you are compassionate and unwilling to take lives unnecessarily, so I will go and put an end to the Liuyun Sect."

The old physician fell silent.

He recalled the atrocities committed by the Liuyun Sect during their journey.

Finally, he nodded. "You're right. The Liuyun Sect should not be allowed to continue.

However, you're wrong about me being unwilling to take lives. I am not so weak-willed.

Removing evil is akin to saving ten virtues. I will join you and the others in dealing with the Liuyun Sect."

"Elder, are you willing to take action against the Liuyun Sect?"

The swordsman was delighted to hear this.

Even if the old physician had spared the Liuyun Sect, he certainly wouldn't have let them off the hook.

(Start of Chapter)



The sun shone brightly in the sky, its rays illuminating the hidden village in a warm glow. This was Lu Qing's new world, a place where he found himself reincarnated after his untimely demise in another life.

Lu Qing stood in the center of the village, his eyes scanning the surroundings with a keen gaze. He possessed an innate ability, a unique power that allowed him to discern the qualities and uses of various items. It was a power that would become his capital, his key to survival in this ancient, low-productivity world.

The young man's eyes landed on a nearby bush, and he smiled softly. Heavenly Grass, a medicinal herb with a high nutritional value, grew in abundance here. Lu Qing's ability allowed him to identify the plant, and he knew its properties could be used for medicinal purposes and as a food source.

Lu Qing walked towards the village entrance, his eyes observing the simple structures that made up the hidden village. It was a quiet place, a village that seemed forgotten by time. The villagers lived a simple life, their days filled with tending to their crops and the occasional hunting trip.

As Lu Qing approached the village entrance, he noticed a simple sign hanging by the roadside. "Welcome to Hidden Village," it read, its wooden surface weathered by the elements. Below, someone had carved, "A peaceful place to rest and call home."

Lu Qing entered one of the village huts, his eyes scanning the sparse furnishings. An elderly villager sat by the fireplace, his eyes closed as if in meditation. "Welcome, young one," he said, his voice calm and soothing. "I am Lu Qing, a newcomer to your village. May I ask about the history of this place?"

The elderly villager opened his eyes, a gentle smile on his face. "Of course, young one. Our village has a long history, one that dates back to ancient times. It is said that our ancestors settled here to escape the chaos of the outside world. They sought a quiet life, a place where they could live in harmony with nature."

Lu Qing listened intently, his eyes never leaving the elderly villager. "And what of the present? Has the village changed over the years?"

The elderly villager's smile faded, a hint of sadness in his eyes. "Change is inevitable, young one. Our village has remained quiet, but the world beyond our borders has not. The construction of the Spirit Bridge and the improvements to the Ancient Road have brought more travelers our way. Some seek a peaceful life, while others are merely passing through.

Lu Qing nodded, his eyes now on the village entrance. "I see. And what of the future? Does the village have plans for further development?"

The elderly villager shook his head. "The village has no such plans, young one. We value our simple way of life, and we intend to keep it that way. The improvements to the Ancient Road and the construction of the Spirit Bridge were necessary, but we do not wish for further change."

Lu Qing thanked the elderly villager and bid him farewell. As he walked towards the village entrance, his eyes landed on a figure in the distance. A man stood by the Spirit Bridge, his eyes on the sky as if awaiting something.

Lu Qing approached the man cautiously, his eyes narrowing. "Who are you, and what do you await?"

The man turned, a gentle smile on his face. "I am but a traveler, one who has found peace in this village. As for what I await, it is a sign, a signal that the time has come."

Lu Qing's eyes widened, a sense of intrigue in his gaze. "A signal? For what?"

The man's smile faded, his eyes now on the sky. "A signal for change, young one. The sky will soon streak with a brilliant light, a sign that a new era is about to begin."

Lu Qing looked towards the sky, his eyes narrowing. "A new era? What does that mean?"

The man turned towards the village, his eyes never leaving the sky. "It means that our simple life is about to change, young one. The peace we know is about to be disturbed."

Lu Qing's eyes widened, his gaze fixed on the man. Before he could question further, a brilliant streak of light crossed the sky. It was a sight to behold, a phenomenon that hinted at a turning point in Lu Qing's quiet life.

(End of Chapter)

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