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Chapter 383: The First Kill in the Netherworld! [10,000 Words for Monthly Votes] (Part 1)
Chapter 383: The First Kill in the Netherworld! [10,000 Words for Monthly Votes] (Part 1)
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The Zhu family did not wait for Ye Meng, and naturally, they did not find him.
With no results from the search party, they had no choice but to return.
The Zhu family's upper echelons were gloomy and anxious, urgently discussing countermeasures.
By nightfall, all the guards were on duty, and all the disciples of the Heavenly Palace in the Zhu family were dispatched to ambush at various locations.
However, what they did not expect was that as soon as night fell, Ye Meng arrived.
This time, he charged into the main hall like a raging dragon and tiger, almost killing Zhu Shaoyun.
Slippery as an eel, his movements were bizarre and unpredictable, avoiding prolonged battles and attacking everyone with a single move before immediately changing positions.
After each move, he would immediately change his location.
Shang Mengyun and the Elder Madam attacked from two sides, but Ye Meng did not engage in direct combat. He dodged and weaved, appearing in front and then suddenly behind.
After a fierce battle, Ye Meng left behind a chilling message: "If the Zhu family doesn't give me an explanation, I'll wipe you all out!"
Before the Elder Madam and Shang Gongzi could surround him, he disappeared gracefully.
The Elder Madam was so furious that she stomped her foot and pounded her chest, "What explanation do you want? Why don't you stay and tell us what you want!"
But Ye Meng had already disappeared without a trace.
Although there were no casualties this time, Zhu Shaoyun was severely injured, making the Zhu family feel that the situation had become more serious.
The next day, the Zhu family's caravan changed their route and exited through the east gate, only to be attacked by Ye Meng again. All the goods were set ablaze once more.
"When will this end?"
The Zhu family was on the verge of madness.
This time, they truly felt the severity of the situation. It seemed that Ye Meng was determined to confront the Zhu family.
However, when they empathized with him, they also felt that he was not entirely at fault. He had been peacefully cultivating in his cave, minding his own business and not causing any trouble, yet he almost lost his life at the hands of the Zhu family.
Anyone would find this hard to bear.
"Why don't we try to contact the One Heart Sect's Yanshengong?"
The Elder Madam suggested, "Letting Ye Meng continue like this is not a long-term solution. Yanshengong's words might be heard by Ye Meng, after all, he is their master."
"We can't reach them. The One Heart Sect is currently hiding to avoid the Southeast vortex, and no one can find them. Moreover, our communication jade pendants are not the same as theirs, so there is no way to contact them."
Shang Gongzi let out a bitter laugh, "I never thought that this Ye Meng would be so difficult to deal with."
The Elder Madam's face was filled with worry.
Without a direct means of communication, the situation was challenging. The One Heart Sect used the Five Spirit Toad for communication, while the Heavenly Palace relied on the Guardians.
To directly contact the One Heart Sect, one would have to be implanted with the Five Spirit Toad; but who would be willing to do that?
Why would a member of the Heavenly Palace want to defect to the One Heart Sect? That would be asking for trouble.
Shang Gongzi pondered for a long time before speaking, "Then I'll handle things here, and I'll make a trip to the One Heart Sect's Southeast Headquarters to negotiate with their higher-ups. I'll ask them to inform Yanshengong, and then Yanshengong can stop Ye Meng."
Shang Gongzi said, "This is the only way."
"Is the One Heart Sect's Southeast Headquarters easy to talk to? It's not a pleasant place either."
"It's fine. Over the years, my mother has cooperated with them more than once, including the Southeast Headquarters' Chief Officer Wu Xiang, who treats me like his own family. Every time we meet, he is very warm and friendly. Moreover, this is just a misunderstanding, and they are a subordinate sect. Chief Officer Wu Xiang should not refuse, and I am confident about this."
"That's great!"
The Elder Madam expressed her concern, "You must be careful on your journey. Ye Meng is like a madman now, and if something happens on the way..."
Shang Gongzi smiled confidently, "Ye Meng relies on the One Heart Sect's Blood Burning Technique, but his true strength is far inferior to mine. In the recent encounters with Ye Meng, he was no match for me in direct combat. However, after I leave, you might face more pressure."
The Elder Madam thought, 'I don't feel much relief with you here either.'
On the contrary, I feel less pressure when you're gone...
But she smiled and said, "My cultivation is still here, and Ye Meng wouldn't dare to engage in a life-and-death battle here."
"Good, then I'll leave after lunch."
Shang Gongzi made a swift decision and immediately set his mind on it.
Not only was he going to the One Heart Sect's Southeast Headquarters, but he was also leaving the White Cloud Continent.
Ye Meng seemed like a madman, they are family. Staying here felt unsafe for some reason.
Leaving this place would give him a broader perspective, and after informing the One Heart Sect's Southeast Headquarters, he could report the situation and never return.
Who would have thought things would get so complicated?
So, after lunch, Shang Gongzi hurriedly left with two maidservants.
"Elder Madam, this time, Shang Gongzi doesn't want to deal with this matter and is running away." Zhu Shaoyun was a bit worried.
"Let it be, as long as Ye Meng can be appeased, otherwise, it will always be a concern."
The Elder Madam sighed and said, "Haven't you noticed? When Ye Meng came to cause trouble, Shang Gongzi didn't use lethal moves. This means he doesn't dare to kill Ye Meng. After all, Ye Meng is a Divine Champion nurtured by the One Heart Sect's Five Spirit Toad. The consequences would be too great."
"Yes, it's best to clear up the misunderstanding."
...
The mountain forest was lush, with verdant greenery all around.
The howling wind stirred up waves of green across the mountains and plains.
Three hundred li away from the White Cloud Continent, they entered a hilly forest area.
Shang Gongzi and his two maidservants traveled through the mountains and rivers, enjoying the scenery as they left the White Cloud Continent. All three of them felt a sense of relief.
With a broader perspective, even their hearts felt more open.
What a relief!
"We finally got out, Young Master. That Ye Meng in the White Cloud Continent was so unreasonable and terrifying. He held grudges, sought revenge relentlessly, and never stopped. No wonder he's called Ye Meng; at night, he's like a real demon."
"Shang Gongzi sighed and said, "These outlaws are lawless and ruthless. It's best to avoid offending them if possible. There's no reasoning with such people. If you get entangled, it's like a maggot in the sole of your foot, impossible to shake off. Killing them is not an option due to the potential consequences. So, the best course of action is to leave."
"Gongzi, are we really going to the Southeast Headquarters of the Only Righteous Sect?"
"Yes, that's the plan, but there's no need to rush. Once we arrive, we'll inform them about this matter and see how they handle it... But regardless of their decision, it's no longer our concern. Let the people of the Only Righteous Sect and the Zhu family deal with it."
Shang Gongzi sighed, "This is just my plan to escape."
"Gongzi, you're so wise."
The two maids became lively.
"Gongzi, what do you think are the chances of the Night Demon backing off after we reach the Southeast Headquarters?"
"Not very likely."
Shang Gongzi gave a cold laugh, "Night Demons like him, even if they're pressured to let this go on the surface, will still cause trouble in the future. Moreover, they'll intensify their actions because they feel oppressed. Since their thoughts are not clear, they'll easily target some minor issues of the Zhu family, as easy as turning over one's palm... In a situation where killing is not an option, it's likely that they'll persist until the Night Demon has had enough... and only then will they stop."
"Doesn't that mean it will take a very long time to resolve?" One of the maids covered her mouth in surprise.
"So, we must hurry and leave. After we escape from here, let the Night Demon do as he pleases."
Shang Gongzi smiled wisely.
Turning a corner, a narrow path lay ahead, with a low hill on the side.
The three of them chatted as they walked forward, still maintaining a certain level of vigilance.
They occasionally surveyed the situation on both sides, guarding against potential attacks.
"Gongzi, look at that hill, it's like a tiger lying here. It's so lifelike."
"It does look like one. It's said that this place is called Crouching Tiger Ridge."
"It's like a fierce tiger, so vivid, tsk tsk..."
The other maid exclaimed, "Moreover, it's as if the tiger has stood up and is charging towards us..."
Suddenly, a startled cry, "It's really charging!"
The shriek was piercing.
Shang Gongzi felt an immense sense of crisis rising in his heart. In an instant, his soul trembled, and he quickly looked up.
To his surprise, the Crouching Tiger Ridge on the side of the road had indeed transformed into a gigantic tiger, standing tall!
Its whiskers and fur were distinct, its tiger aura shaking the heavens. Its eyes, nose, and four legs were all visible, and it charged towards the three of them with the force of a mountain collapsing!
And it didn't stop there.
The entire earth, the whole hill, and the clear sky all seemed to press down on them.
"This is the power of momentum!"
Shang Gongzi screamed in terror. He desperately gathered his cultivation and leaped, drawing his longsword. His eyes had already seen it.
In front of the sky, the earth, and the hill, before the tiger, was a dark shadow like a devilish abyss.
The figure was clad in black, its face hidden, and its eyes shone with a chilling light.
With the overwhelming momentum of the mountains and the earth, it charged forward. Wherever it passed, it felt like the heavens were collapsing!
"Night Demon!"
Shang Gongzi screamed in horror, his body instantly covered in goosebumps.
The Night Demon had appeared here! With raging malevolent energy, rampant killing intent, and an unwavering desire to kill, it charged towards him.
In the Night Demon's hand was a long spear.
The spearhead flashed with light, advancing relentlessly.
In an instant, the spearhead pierced through, and Shang Gongzi could clearly see the chilling gleam of the spearhead.
In his eyes, he could clearly see that in the midst of the collapsing heavens and earth, the spear moved as if sliding across a calm water surface, leaving ripples as it passed through.
A small red dot on the throat.
Killing without shedding blood, a small red dot beneath the sword!
Plop.
Shang Gongzi's eyes widened in disbelief and horror as he stared at the front, his body slowly falling to the ground.
He lay quietly on the ground, his eyes wide with terror, his throat had a tea bowl-sized blood hole, fresh blood gushing out, soaking the earth.
One spear, two swords.
Three kills.
Completed in an instant!
The Night Demon took slow steps towards Shang Gongzi's head, picked up the spear standing on the ground, and with a twist of the spear, a chill emerged.
The blood on the spear vanished instantly.
Withdrawing the spear intent, he returned to the spiritual space.
"Netherworld Spear Technique, Supreme Nine Movements, First Style!"
The Night Demon looked at Shang Gongzi's pale face lying on the ground and said softly, "You're right, a mere dead body indeed has no qualification to be friends with me!"
Shang Gongzi lay silently, unable to respond in any way.
No one knew if he would regret the words he had spoken yesterday.
The Night Demon raised his longsword, and the afternoon sunlight shone on the sword, emitting a dazzling light.
The light faded.
With a plop, the Night Demon sliced off Shang Gongzi's head, leaving a smooth neck cavity.
This spear wound must not be exposed.
"The son of the Inspector General must have some good stuff on him, right?"
Then, they began to collect the spoils of war...
Their movements were swift, and in the blink of an eye, they had finished.
Night Demon, dressed in black, drove a carriage towards White Cloud Island.
On the carriage were the headless body of the Merchant Prince from the Heavenly Palace and the corpses of two maidservants, slightly trembling from the bumpy road.
The Merchant Prince's head had already turned to dust, vanishing from the world.
In the distance, they saw the White Cloud Island city gate and lashed the carriage-pulling horse with two harsh whips.
The horse neighed and galloped towards the city gate.
Night Demon's black-clad figure disappeared into the forest, turning into a wisp of lingering smoke.
"I didn't handle this matter too cleanly, but with you all dead, it's clean enough!"
"The Heavenly Palace... Hehe... Who said the Heavenly Palace couldn't be touched?"
...
Fang Che, wearing a clerk robe, had a shimmering gold collar.
Calmly strolling down the North City Avenue, his posture was upright, his expression sincere, his face handsome and upright, and his eyes resolute and honest, exuding the aura of an Upright Imperial Magistrate.
Then, he encountered Yun Jianqiu, who was patrolling with seven or eight people.
Yun Jianqiu was delighted to see him: "Director Fang, it's been a long time since we last saw you. I thought you might have something to do today and wouldn't be coming."
Fang Che smiled lightly and seamlessly joined the group, saying, "I always feel like there's something going on in the North City. Night Demon often appears here, and this demon is ruthless and cunning, capable of causing major incidents at any time. So, I came to take a look, after all, I'm the only one who needs to be more flexible. Even if I can't win, escaping won't be a problem."
Yun Jianqiu blushed and said, "Director Fang is right. Being by your side hinders your performance, and if something happens, you'd still have to protect us..."
"Keep working hard, and one day, you'll become a pillar of strength."
Fang Che said warmly, "At the very least, being an upright person is not a problem."
Yun Jianqiu nodded vigorously, "Yes, Director Fang, I, Yun Jianqiu, will strive to be a person with a clear conscience!"
"Keep at it."
"Director Fang, where are you going?"
"I'm free for now. Where are you going? I'll take you along the way, and we can chat to avoid boredom."
"Let's go to the front, those two streets, and then we'll be done."
"Alright, let's go."
"Move out!"
With Director Fang leading, Yun Jianqiu and the seven or eight people with him were all energized, and smiles appeared on their faces.
Following Director Fang not only provided a sense of leadership but also greatly increased their sense of security.
A blessing of immense proportions.
It would be wonderful if every patrol could encounter Director Fang.
As they moved forward, they suddenly saw a large group of people from the Zhu family rushing towards the North City Gate, their faces filled with panic.
Yun Jianqiu took a look and asked in confusion, "What's going on here?"
Fang Che also frowned, perplexed, and said, "What's happening? Why does it look like something's wrong? Let's go and take a look."
This was the moment Yun Jianqiu had been waiting for, and he immediately led the group to rush over.
"Lady Zhu, what's the matter? Why are you in such a hurry?"
Fang Che caught up with Lady Zhu and asked with concern, "Why is your face so pale? You must take care of yourself. It's truly exhausting to be running around at your age."
Lady Zhu walked while speaking hastily, "It seems like something has happened. Director Fang, you take care of your business; we'll manage on our own."
"Lady Zhu, you make it sound like I'm just sitting around doing nothing."
Fang Che quickened his pace, "I'll go and take a look. Maybe I can help Lady Zhu a little."
Lady Zhu couldn't keep up, and her heart was in a hurry. She didn't pay attention to him and quickened her pace towards the North City Gate.
Fang Che called out, "Everyone, hurry up! This might be a big issue. You and I are the guardians of the Guardian Palace, and it's our duty to be vigilant. Move out!"
"Understood!"
Yun Jianqiu and the others, eager to see the excitement, also spread out and ran.
"Make way ahead... There's business at the Guardian Palace."
The group rushed forward, making a commotion.
From a distance, they saw that the North City Gate was also in chaos.
A large crowd formed a dense circle.
Many people expressed regret: "What a pity, such handsome young men.
"This man is in a terrible state, even his head is gone... Whose family is he from?"
Lady Zhu and Zhu Shaoyun struggled to push through the crowd and squeezed in. After taking a look, their faces turned pale, and their bodies shook.
A mouthful of fresh blood was spat out, and a voice reached the peak of despair, "Oh heavens...
In front of them was an overturned carriage.
And three corpses had fallen out of the carriage.
Two of them were young girls in white, with beautiful faces and looks of terror. Their throats had a hint of red.
The third was a headless corpse.
Judging from the figure, it was a young man, tall and slender. If he were alive, he would have been very graceful.
But without a head, it looked a bit odd.
Fang Che also rushed over, and upon seeing the scene, he was filled with righteous indignation: "Night Demon's doing again! Damn Night Demon! If this demon isn't eliminated, White Cloud Island will never have peace! It's too tragic; even such beautiful young girls weren't spared... Hey, why do these two girls look so familiar?"
He frowned, deep in thought, and suddenly, his face showed shock: "Oh no, Lady Zhu, aren't these the two maidservants of the Merchant Prince?"
"..."
Lady Zhu almost cursed.
How dare you say you can't recognize the Merchant Prince's two maidservants? Who are you to say that?
As soon as these words left his mouth, the news spread like wildfire.
(End of Chapter)
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