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Chapter 533: Lao Liu's Descent [Part 2]
Chapter 533: Lao Liu's Descent [Part 2]
Yu Zhong Ge and the others could now confirm that Ma Danyao would never forget this day for the rest of his life.
Whether he would dare to commit evil deeds in the future was another matter, but for at least the next decade, he would undoubtedly be a model citizen.
"Boss, you have the thunderous means and the heart of a bodhisattva!"
Yu Zhong Ge was deeply impressed.
"From now on, when we act alone and encounter such situations, we should do the same."
The brothers all spoke with conviction.
Fang Che smiled, "For us, it's a matter of long-term survival. As long as we can live on, our reputation and deterrence will become more and more important! When that time comes, we'll truly have some effect. But for now, our influence is negligible."
"So... let's take it one step at a time. Perhaps we can truly change something, who knows?"
Fang Che laughed with satisfaction.
He was delighted that Yu Zhong Ge and the others understood his philosophy and would follow it.
Even if his identity were exposed in the future, and he suffered a downfall, Yu Zhong Ge and the others would still be there to support him.
That was enough!
"Let's move!"
Fang Che and the others left the Spring Pavilion and, in one night, captured all 52 of the Green Dragon Gang's key figures, as indicated on the map. Naturally, this involved 52 battles, but for the eight of them, dealing with such low-level martial artists was effortless.
They then proceeded with interrogations, tracing the chain of command. One by one, they tracked them down.
One by one, they eliminated them. One by one, they worked their way up.
Over three thousand people met their untimely deaths that night.
Also, on that very night.
Numerous entrances to Donghu Zhou's underworld suddenly began spewing out corpses from within.
Piles upon piles of corpses were continuously thrown out.
At one of the largest entrances, over seven thousand corpses were dumped!
Donghu Zhou's corpse collection teams were working overtime since early morning, and a quick count revealed that over 35,000 corpses had been thrown out of Donghu Zhou's underworld that night.
It was as if a killing god had descended into the underworld, unleashing a massacre without rest.
After identifying the numerous corpses, it was discovered that many of them belonged to wanted criminals with heinous crimes and slippery villains who had escaped capture despite their evil deeds.
The bloody atmosphere soared in Donghu Zhou.
However, countless citizens were overjoyed. They witnessed many of the ghostly figures that had tormented them in the evenings, now lying cold and dead.
They could no longer bully others.
The streets at night were also free of the rugged ruffians who had swaggered with their arms akimbo.
Vendors setting up stalls felt a long-lost sense of happiness.
Cart after cart of corpses, forming an endless procession, transported the bodies to the mass grave outside the city.
Each cart was piled high with corpses.
Meanwhile, at the Guardian Southeast Headquarters Square, executions of death row inmates were carried out daily.
The air of slaughter and bloodshed grew thicker with each passing day.
Yet, life improved day by day, and the city became more peaceful.
Starting from the second day, countless women who had been captured and brought into the underworld were released, and numerous children crawled out of the dark entrances...
Other entrances continued to produce corpses daily, with thousands appearing each day, according to statistics, with the lowest count being over ten thousand...
Even Zhao Shan He was shocked.
"Could this be Fang Che's doing? It can't be, right?"
"It's not Patrol Officer Fang. He has been relentlessly pursuing the Green Dragon Gang these days and hasn't entered the underworld."
Zhao Shan He was stunned, "If it's not Fang Che, then who is this killing god in the underworld?"
"..."
"Investigate it."
Zhao Shan He's order led to a moment of silence.
You want us to investigate the background of a super expert who can massacre people in the underworld? Isn't that asking for trouble?
"I'll go and take a look at the corpses." Zhao Shan He couldn't sit still any longer.
The presence of such a powerful expert in his jurisdiction made Zhao Shan He feel a strong sense of crisis.
Early morning.
Zhao Shan He stood beside a pile of corpses, his scalp tingling.
The fatal wounds on the dead varied widely; some were slapped to death, while others were killed with a single finger or a kick.
But most died by the blade.
Slit throats, pierced hearts, decapitations, brain slashes, backstabs, and diagonal slashes...
However, the most common was throat slitting.
The wounds were neat and precise, leaving a thin line on the throat.
"If we didn't know better, we'd think the Night Demon had come to Donghu Zhou to mete out heavenly justice."
An Ruoxing, standing nearby, made a joke, "Take a look, it's not that different from the Night Demon's Blood-Drinking Sword."
"The difference is huge."
Zhao Shan He straightened up, his face grave, "The Night Demon kills without shedding blood, his sword leaves no trace. But this person seals the throat with a single strike, yet the blood flows."
"Moreover, among those killed, there are even King and Venerable Rank experts. Did you see the skinny guy's corpse? He's from the same clan as me, also surnamed Zhao, with a large mole with black hair on his face. He's Bear Demon Head Zhao Wuji, a Saint Rank expert, even higher than me!"
Zhao Shan He sighed, "If it were the Night Demon, it would be better, but does the Night Demon have such skills?"
An Ruoxing also sighed and said, "The Night Demon has never been caught or found. It's always been a major hidden danger. When his wings are fully grown and his strength matures, he'll probably be no weaker than the person who's causing trouble now."
"But did you notice the wounds inflicted by this person's knife?"
"Yes, they're very precise and narrow, as if he's afraid of not killing his victims. The cuts are deep."
"Each slash is incredibly fast. If you look closely at the slit throats, the depth of each wound is exactly the same."
"He's ruthless and skilled. He's more adept at killing people than slaughtering chickens."
"I didn't ask you to look at that. I want you to think if you recall any legends."
Zhao Shanhe reminded her.
"You mean... the Donghu Night Emperor?" An Ruoxing's body trembled as her hair stood on end.
"Yes!"
Zhao Shanhe said, "The legend says that every morning, piles of corpses would appear at the entrances... just like this."
An Ruoxing asked, "Is that possible?"
She suddenly raised her arm and scratched the goosebumps that had appeared on her other arm.
Just hearing that name made her feel a chill down her spine.
"Don't you know? The last time Fang Che and the others went in, Qiu Yun Shang was injured by the Night Emperor."
Zhao Shanhe asked in surprise.
"I've been in prison these past few days..." An Ruoxing said, "I've been so busy, running around like a headless chicken."
"The last time the Night Emperor struck, there was a scent of poison on the bodies. But these recent corpses have no poison on their wounds. Moreover, the Night Emperor's rampage... his injuries must have healed."
Zhao Shanhe's face twisted.
For so many years, the Night Emperor had never appeared.
Zhao Shanhe gradually stopped taking it seriously, but now that he had suddenly reappeared, he was wreaking havoc with his indiscriminate slaughter.
A formidable killing intent surged towards them, and as the Southeast Commander-in-Chief, Zhao Shanhe felt an immense pressure.
He knew all too well the extent of destruction the Night Emperor could cause if he wanted to. If the Night Emperor wished, he could even exterminate all life in Donghu Zhou!
An Ruoxing sighed and said, "When the Night Emperor rampaged across the land, I probably wasn't even born yet. But his story has never ceased to be told in Donghu all these years."
"Many people have written books about the Night Emperor."
Zhao Shanhe sighed, "After so many years of his absence, the Donghu underworld became chaotic, and people gradually forgot about him... I never thought this old man would reappear in the martial world."
"Are you sure it's him?"
"Absolutely certain."
Zhao Shanhe said, "The Night Emperor's Ghost Blade is unique. Look at the starting point of the wound; there are faint serrated marks."
"Indeed." An Ruoxing took a closer look and could barely discern the traces.
"The Night Emperor's blade has ghostly teeth. These are his unique markings! That's why it's called the Ghost Blade."
Zhao Shanhe's expression turned grim, "I need to file a report about this. I'm afraid I can't handle it."
An Ruoxing transmitted her voice, "Isn't Lord Bu in Donghu Zhou?"
Zhao Shanhe coughed and looked around furtively, then whispered, "He can't handle it either."
An Ruoxing inhaled sharply, "I'm so screwed..."
...
Fang Che was slowly dismantling the Qinglong Gang.
In the eyes of Yan Nan and the others, this approach was the most foolish.
He was starting from the bottom and working his way up.
At the very least, after several days, he hadn't even touched those who could trigger the protection of Feng Yun Qi's arrangements.
However, Fang Che was doing this intentionally.
Because... the upper echelons of a gang had little destructive power over the lower ranks. They were often polite and well-mannered.
The ones who truly caused harm, and inflicted great damage on the lower ranks, were always the lower ranks themselves!
If he took out the upper echelons first, the lower ranks might scatter like monkeys from a fallen tree, making it difficult to find them. The remnants could cause trouble in the future.
It was better to keep tracing the vine and continue the investigation.
After all, he had the clues in his hands, and as long as he followed them, he would eventually find what he was looking for.
Every day in Donghu Zhou, corpses piled up like mountains, and blood flowed like rivers. However, the living conditions in Donghu Zhou visibly improved day by day.
...
On this very day, in a distant place, Zhao Ying Er opened her eyes within the strange crystal and stepped out.
"The Three Lights are no longer in harmony, and your tribulation has passed. You can leave now."
The old woman in black sighed, "Are you going back to that troublemaker's side?"
"Yes."
Zhao Ying Er said, "Didn't you say that my Nirvana destiny required me to experience these things?"
"But this one is so vicious! You died twice in half a year!"
The old woman in black was indignant, "These nine times are your portion for two thousand years. How will you survive the next two thousand years if you've already died twice in half a year?"
"I probably won't be so unlucky in the future... right?"
Zhao Ying Er said, "And I can't wait any longer."
"You're still eager to go back to him even though he has a wife? You must have water in your brain."
"
"So what if I have a wife, I'm not planning to steal her from you."
"You're worse than a thief."
"Then what should I do?"
"What do you mean, what should you do? Go and take her!"
"..."
Zhao Ying'er's face turned bright red, "Master, you must have misunderstood me. I, I don't have such thoughts..."
"Nonsense! I can see it clear as day. As long as she nods, I guarantee you'll be back with a baby next time..."
"Master, you're talking nonsense again... Hurry up and ask where he is now."
Zhao Ying'er urged with a flushed face.
"He's in Donghu Zhou now. I already asked for you, and he's the Life and Death Order Patrol Captain. Also, the internal affairs position you originally wanted has been taken by his wife."
The old woman in black smirked, "Even if you go there, you won't have any work to do."
"Then what should I do?"
"What else can you do? Just bear with it."
The old woman took out the communication jade and sent a message with her soul power.
Soon after, a voice came through, "Go to the Southeast Headquarters and report. Take the appointment letter. Yes, as the deputy internal affairs."
Zhao Ying'er's lips twitched, "Deputy internal affairs... What kind of position is this?"
"It's just this position. Otherwise, do you still want to follow him around every day and risk your life? At this rate, with the way this guy is depleting his energy, you'll be done for by next year!"
The old woman in black impatiently said, "If you don't want to go, I'll talk to the Eastern Strategist and have you sent back to Baiyun Zhou."
"I want to go!"
Zhao Ying'er hurriedly held her back, pouting, "Who... who said I don't want to go?"
"Go then. Be careful this time, your cultivation has increased significantly."
"I understand. Master, you're the best!"
"Hahaha... If that guy gets you killed, then we'll talk... Get lost!"
"..."
Zhao Ying'er left the mountain, her heart light and her surroundings filled with the beauty of spring.
...
Meanwhile, in another place.
"He's reached the Imperial Peak."
Fang Lao Liu stared at the Feng Yun Qi in front of him, "What are you trying to do? We agreed that I'd leave once I reached the Imperial Rank, but you've delayed me until the Imperial Peak. Why are you still stopping me?"
Feng Yun Qi frowned, "The world is in chaos now. You've been out of the martial world for three thousand years, and I worry that your experience might be insufficient. I'll go with you, remind you, and take care of you."
Fang Yun Zheng was exasperated, "Big brother! I'm not a three-year-old, I've been in the martial world for over ten thousand years!"
Feng Yun Qi was stubborn, "But the martial world now is different from before."
"That's exactly what I want, the difference!"
"You'll be at a disadvantage..." Feng Yun Qi was still worried.
Fang Yun Zheng grabbed his hair and spun in place, "Big brother!!! Please! Can't we not do this? Just tell me what you want!"
"I just want to see your wife."
Feng Yun Qi was very concerned, "I'm afraid that once you find her, she might already be married, and you won't be able to bear it. If that happens, big brother will bring you back."
Fang Yun Zheng sighed, "Rest assured, she hasn't married yet."
"How do you know?" Feng Yun Qi's eyes widened.
"I just know, and I'm absolutely certain." Fang Yun Zheng said.
"Then it's even more terrifying. A woman with such a strong character, ruthless and cunning, still unmarried at over thirty, waiting to take revenge on you. Who knows, you might get killed the night you arrive... I need to keep an eye on you."
"..."
Fang Yun Zheng's elegant and handsome face turned gloomy, "Just tell me, what do I need to do for you to stop blocking me?"
"I just want to know why you won't let me go."
Feng Yun Qi narrowed his eyes, "Ever since Dongfang Sansan came, you've been acting strangely. What are you up to? Tell me, and I won't follow you."
"I really can't tell you this!"
Fang Yun Zheng refused outright.
This damn thing involves my son's life and death. The more people who know, the more dangerous it becomes.
If it weren't for Dongfang Sansan being so important, and I couldn't beat Xuefuxiao and Lingxue Jian, I'd even consider getting rid of all three of them. How could I possibly tell you?
Feng Yun Qi was calm, "Then don't go!"
"Big brother! I have everything I need to restore my cultivation with me. Don't worry about me!"
Fang Yun Zheng pleaded.
He couldn't beat Feng Yun Qi now, so he had to ask for his help. Without him, he couldn't leave.
This old man must have gone crazy to insist on following him.
But if he could let the old man come along, why wouldn't he?
If Dongfang Sansan hadn't come, it wouldn't matter if Feng Yun Qi followed. But after learning certain things, he realized the gravity of the situation. If Fang Lao Liu leaked any information, Feng Yun Qi would never be allowed to follow.
Even he himself would have to change his appearance and act in secret.
And he'd have to make several plans.
How could he let this old man with an insatiable curiosity tag along?
Besides, I'm going to find my wife, why would you want to come?
"Your facial features are unusual. The Vermilion Bird Star is in motion, and your luck is enduring, but your killing intent is soaring, piercing through the Coronet. It's very complex. So, I want to follow and see what kind of encounter could create such a complex face."
Feng Yun Qi revealed his true intention, "In my life, I've never seen such a complex face."
"And he even presented the descendants' facial features... This is even more baffling."
Fang Yunzheng's face turned black with lines. "What nonsense are you spouting? With the current chaos in the heavens, everything is obscured, and you're still reading faces? Have you lost your mind?"
But in his heart, he felt extremely guilty.
This old man, I definitely can't let him follow me anymore.
He even noticed this!
Too dangerous!
"Then you must promise me that you'll send me messages wherever you go." Feng Yun Qi also realized that Fang Yunzheng was truly determined this time.
"I swear to heaven, I'll report to you at any time. If my wife is safe and has been waiting for me, I'll bring her to you to serve tea as soon as possible."
Fang Yunzheng swore solemnly.
Feng Yun Qi was half-believing, half-doubting, "Really?"
"Brother, speak honestly. In all these years, how many times has your little brother deceived you?" Fang Yunzheng said sincerely, "If you can't even trust me, who else can you trust in this world?"
"That's true."
Feng Yun Qi felt relieved, "Do you have everything you need? Enough medicine to restore you to your peak?"
"How could I forget that?"
Feng Yun Qi compromised, "Go then, remember to leave early!"
"Brother, rest assured! You're the only family I have left in this world." Fang Yunzheng's words were filled with deep emotion, touching his heart.
"Be careful on your journey, and keep a low profile." Feng Yun Qi reminded him.
"Rest assured, absolutely!"
This time, Fang Yunzheng's reply was especially sincere.
Along the way, even if someone hits me, I won't fight back.
Feng Yun Qi saw Fang Yunzheng off.
Finally, Fang Yunzheng left.
After he left, Feng Yun Qi indeed kept receiving messages from Fang Yunzheng.
"Brother, I've reached the nearest town, and I must say, this world has truly changed."
"Brother..."
Feng Yun Qi was annoyed, "Do you have to be so detailed? Just go!"
The latest message arrived.
"Brother, don't forget to take care of the flower on the windowsill in my room."
Feng Yun Qi went to Fang Yunzheng's room and found that there was a spiritual imprint on the flower pot. If anyone touched it, the owner would immediately notice.
"This old sixth, so fussy, even over a flower pot."
He replied, "The flower is fine."
There was no response from the other side.
A day passed without a reply, and two days later, there was still no news...
Three days later...
Feng Yun Qi realized belatedly: Fang Lao Liu had gone missing! As soon as he left the mountain, he disappeared without a trace, like a needle in a haystack.
Feng Yun Qi was dumbfounded.
Only now did he realize what Fang Lao Liu meant by leaving a spiritual imprint on the flower pot.
"Damn you, Fang Lao Liu! You've played me well!"
Feng Yun Qi was furious! He was almost on the verge of a breakdown.
He took out the communication jade and sent a message, "Where are you? Where are you? Damn it, reply to me!"
There was not a single word in response, as if the person on the other end of the communication jade was already dead.
Feng Yun Qi was so angry that he immediately sent a message to Dongfang Sansan, "What did you say to Fang Lao Liu that day?"
Dongfang Sansan replied, "I didn't say anything, what's up?"
"You didn't say anything? Damn it, Fang Lao Liu is missing!" Feng Yun Qi was so angry that he was panting and struggling to breathe.
"Brother Qi, it's been so long since I came to you, how can you blame me for Fang Lao Liu's disappearance now? Isn't it unreasonable to blame me?" Dongfang Sansan turned the tables.
Feng Yun Qi's heart sank.
Because what Dongfang Sansan said was indeed reasonable.
But the problem was: I clearly know that this matter is definitely related to what you said that day. On this point, damn it, even the Heavenly King came, and he pushed it all away, and I don't have a single piece of evidence.
How do I explain this? In the midst of his fury...
Dongfang Sansan's message arrived, "Don't reveal that Fang Lao Liu has awakened, the Only I Sect hates him deeply..."
"Damn it, I know this better than you!"
Feng Yun Qi directly retorted, "As long as you don't leak the news, no one in the world will know!"
"Oh... Brother Qi, you're always unreliable, I'm just reminding you." Dongfang Sansan said.
"You're the unreliable one! Your whole family is unreliable!"
Feng Yun Qi was furious!
Damn it, someone said I'm unreliable!
Dongfang Sansan's new message arrived, "Since Fang Lao Liu has left, you must be feeling lonely too, right?"
"What do you mean?" Feng Yun Qi was taken aback.
"Bring your pill refining equipment and come to the Guardian Headquarters to refine pills. I have earth fire here." Dongfang Sansan said, "And many precious materials."
"You lost my brother, and you want me to come and refine pills for you?" Feng Yun Qi immediately saw through Dongfang Sansan's intentions.
Dongfang Sansan replied, "Come if you want, if you don't, I'll have my father-in-law refine the pills."
"Wait..."
Feng Yun Qi was anxious, "With Dongfang Zhongming's skills, even good materials will be wasted. Wait for me, I'm coming right away!"
(End of Chapter)
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