Chapter 85: Specialized in Killing Legless Serpents
Chapter 85: Specialized in Killing Legless Serpents
In the desperate struggle for survival, nothing is more detrimental than losing one's momentum.
Shen Yi's relentless actions left the Water Serpent Demon completely unable to discern his limits.
Not only that, but the cautious distance maintained by his opponent seemed like an insurmountable chasm to the demon. It felt as if it was just a step away from launching a fatal attack, yet it couldn't breach this gap.
The countless wounds left by Chen Qiankun on the Water Serpent Demon's body made it resemble a fragile porcelain vessel on the verge of shattering.
At this moment, under the relentless bombardment of aura, the three-thousand-year-old Crystal Core Elder Serpent had completely lost its ability to resist, and a sliver of fear finally crept into its heart.
This fear not only stemmed from the concern of the Demon Suppression General catching up but was mostly directed at the distant youth.
This damned Captain wanted to shatter it completely!
"Roar!"
Forgetting all about Chen Qiankun, the Water Serpent Demon let out a high-pitched roar, ready to transform and escape.
Even if it meant death, it would rather perish under the Demon Battle Spear!
How dare a weakling from the Jade Dew Realm kill me, the Sea Serpent Lord?!
Shen Yi's pitch-black eyes flickered with complexity, but his actions were unwavering. He drew the straight Ritual Saber from his waist without hesitation.
The next moment, his body erupted into a frenzy.
Holding the saber with both palms, he slashed through the air with overwhelming force, cutting down a trail of darkness! The sharp blade plunged into the Water Serpent Demon's chest with a squelching sound.
His slender fingers, with prominent knuckles, tightly gripped the hilt, stained by the scorching dark red demon blood.
"You're asking for death!"
The Water Serpent Demon's claws suddenly lashed out, effortlessly piercing through the youth's shoulders. The equally scorching blood, imbued with golden sparks, splattered onto his fair face.
In those clear eyes, there was no determination, only a hint of pain and a trace of fear, no different from an ordinary person.
Was he afraid? Perhaps a little.
Would he kill?
Shen Yi slowly released his grip on the saber, clenching his fist.
Pulse Severing Dragon Capture!
Amidst the intense tearing pain, his hardened fist struck the Water Serpent Demon's body with an imperceptible speed, slamming onto its intricate network of veins and arteries! The black scales, scorched countless times by the demon fire, fell off, and numerous veins were instantly sealed.
"Roll! Roll away!"
The Water Serpent Demon's arms went numb, its claws embedded in the youth's flesh, unable to withdraw no matter how hard it tried.
It wanted to push him away in terror, but it still couldn't manage it.
Shen Yi even took a half-step forward, allowing the claw covered in scales to sink further into his body.
"I won't rest until you're dead."
His voice was barely audible as he grasped the black blade embedded in the demon's chest and abruptly withdrew it, sending a spray of blood into the air.
The tattered Ink Robe fluttered, and the Ritual Saber, wrapped in writhing blood strands, slashed down like a full moon.
Squelch—
The hideous serpent head, filled with panic, rolled on the ground. Beneath the severed body, a trail of blood extended along the path, fading into the distance.
It was a path of bloody slaughter, countless strikes.
[Killed a Crystal Core Elder Water Serpent Demon, total lifespan of 5,240 years, remaining lifespan of 1,970 years, all absorbed]
[Remaining Demon Lifespan: 3,264 years]
Shen Yi's hand holding the saber trembled slightly, unsure if it was from exhaustion or excitement.
His breathing became rapid, and a hint of fatigue gradually crept onto his face.
After adjusting his breath slightly, Shen Yi gritted his teeth and pulled out the two serpent claws deeply embedded in his flesh, their sharp scales like hooks tearing at his skin... it hurt like hell.
The severed serpent body thudded to the ground.
Even in death, it refused to reveal its true form, probably due to the effort it had put into disguising itself on land.
Shen Yi stepped on the demon's body and skillfully sliced open its abdomen with his saber.
Just then, the sound of approaching hoofbeats echoed from behind.
Shen Yi turned to see a group of riders swiftly approaching, led by a majestic Demon Horse, its entire body blood-red.
He felt a hint of surprise in his heart.
Such a vast Qingfeng Sect, and they had finished so quickly?
On the crimson horse, the elder in dark armor and holding a wrought iron halberd, looked down upon the scene.
Chen Qiankun gazed calmly at the youth covered in demon blood, his expression unreadable.
On the other demon horses, all experienced deputy commanders sat, and when they saw the scene before them, their eyes widened in surprise.
While they were still busy at Qingfeng Mountain, had a captain come to pursue and kill a Condensation Core Realm demon?
What was even more unbelievable was... looking at the lifeless corpse, the mighty Yangchun River Sea Serpent Lord had actually been killed by him?
The last to dismount was Hong Lei, who glanced at Shen Yi with a mix of awe and helplessness. He approached Chen Qiankun and whispered something.
The elder waved his hand and looked back at the youth, nodding slightly, "What do you think I should do? Continue, take it."
Upon hearing this, Shen Yi continued wielding his blade and reached out to retrieve the dragon core, which emitted a faint glow. He smoothly tucked it into his waist, his movements fluid and without hesitation.
"..." The deputy commanders, even their breaths, froze for a moment.
Chen Laoshi was slightly startled, and then a hint of playful smile appeared on his lips.
He pulled on the reins and slowly turned around, "Give him a horse."
Hearing this, the nearby deputy commander hesitated for a moment before dismounting and quickly leading the demon horse over to Shen Yi, handing him the reins.
"This dragon corpse needs to be sent to the court, so I can't give it to you."
Chen Qiankun continued, "Ride this horse back to the Qingzhou Exorcist Command Office, wear my cloak, and come to Linjiang Prefecture to find me. Become my personal attendant."
Upon hearing this, not only the other deputy commanders but even Hong Lei was stunned for a moment.
Chen Laoshi had personally told them that Shen Yi had killed a thousand-year-old crocodile dragon and that the Fury Sword had been destroyed by him. It was understandable that he would be promoted to a deputy commander.
But to become a personal attendant... that was a completely different concept.
This meant that Chen Laoshi intended to include him among his potential successors.
After Chen Laoshi retired, Shen Yi would have the opportunity to compete with other personal attendants for the position of Demon Suppression General.
Moreover, it was more practical to follow the general for a few years... not just being temporarily assigned, but being by his side day and night.
As long as there were no mistakes.
General Chen would write a recommendation and send it to the court, vouching for Shen Yi. With sufficient merit, it wouldn't be a problem to visit the Martial Temple two or three times to retrieve a Condensation Core Technique.
What could go wrong? Chen Laoshi needed to maintain his peak state to deter the powerful demons, so he rarely took action.
Under his protection, even demons rarely appeared, making life much easier than for the other demon hunters in the Demon Suppression Bureau.
"It seems like this is your first time meeting him?"
The deputy commander beside him suppressed his jealousy and spoke softly.
"Not exactly."
Chen Qiankun smiled mysteriously, remembering the painting that the demon hunters had brought back from a certain temple.
He wasn't a true martial immortal; he was just a pill-condensing warrior, overseeing more than thirty counties, over two thousand villages, and millions of commoners. He spent his days keeping an eye on Condensation Core Realm demons, and even with his divided attention, he couldn't manage it all.
Hence, there were countless wild spirits and monsters hiding in the temples, but this was the first time he had seen one in an ink robe.
Indeed, a talented youth.
He had the audacity to steal the incense offerings right from under my nose. No wonder he was so skilled at retrieving demon cores.
Earlier, on the platform, every time Zhang Hengzhou glanced outside, Chen Qiankun noticed. Even when the dragon escaped, the youth in the ink robe frowned and smoothly retreated behind the crowd.
Unfortunately, he had been busy with important matters and couldn't spare a moment to chat.
They would have plenty of time to talk later.
(End of Chapter)
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