Chapter 0: Sitting at Home, Fortune Drops from the Sky
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In the Law Enforcement Hall of the Heavenly Sword Sect…
Wang Qianshan stared at An Luo, who was kneeling before him, with an expression so serious it could scare a ghost.
This time, An Luo had not only returned empty-handed from the pursuit but had also lost nearly 40 elite disciples.
Such a colossal blunder was impossible to hide!
After all, while the Law Enforcement Hall had its own rules of operation, it was still under the jurisdiction of the Heavenly Sword Sect. This crucial department was of particular interest to the Sect Leader. Even the slightest disturbance would require an explanation.
What’s worse, this incident occurred not far from Tianjian City, near Wanhua Valley. If this was linked to the monster beasts attacking the Main Peak, one might arrive at a chilling conclusion: After four hundred years of peace, various unknown forces were already stirring.
The Heavenly Sword Sect appeared to control Tianjian City, but in reality, dark currents were churning beneath the surface, and they no longer regarded the number one cultivation sect in the human realm with any respect.
Wang Qianshan’s mood grew heavier by the second.
Before long, a summons for him to meet with the Sect Leader came through.
“Let’s go.”
Wang Qianshan waved his hand, and An Luo stood up to follow closely behind him toward the Grand Hall.
In the side hall, despite his white hair, Ling Xiaozu, whose spirit seemed sharper than a falcon’s, fixated his burning gaze on the two as they entered.
An Luo “thumped” down to his knees, while Wang Qianshan clasped his fists and said, “Your subordinate pays respects to the Sect Leader.”
Ling Xiaozu grunted, “Speak. What’s the situation?”
Wang Qianshan didn’t spot any signs of blame on the Sect Leader’s face and secretly sighed in relief.
“An Luo, report the details step by step. Make sure to leave nothing out.”
“Understood.”
An Luo straightened up and began recounting their futile raid on Li Xiaocong and his companions.
Ling Xiaozu listened intently.
It was only when the swordsman, who hadn’t even used a sliver of power, introduced himself that his expression shifted slightly.
Wang Qianshan already had a rough idea from the survivors’ accounts, but An Luo, being the direct interlocutor with the interloper, provided more detail, making his account more vivid and credible.
“Extermination of Immortals… Extermination of Immortals?”
Wang Qianshan couldn’t help but murmur.
In a world where almost all cultivators yearned to ascend to the heavens, how dare someone blatantly oppose the overwhelming trend of the world?
Their heart may be damning; they were utterly mad!
【Cold Value from Sect Leader Ling Xiaozu +600】
【Cold Value from Law Enforcement Hall Elder Wang Qianshan +401】
Only the three of them were in the side hall.
After An Luo finished his testimony, Wang Qianshan nervously glanced at Ling Xiaozu.
He knew this brother of his too well.
Often keeping his emotions hidden, nobody could predict his thoughts.
Once a decision was made, changing it was almost impossible.
With the mishap in the Law Enforcement Hall, Wang Qianshan had now suffered two major setbacks in a row. The Sect Leader had every reason to dismiss him from his position, and he had absolutely no grounds for a rebuttal.
It was true, if he had not been overly confident and had instead led the team himself to apprehend the remnants of Yihong Courtyard, perhaps things wouldn’t have turned out this way.
For 200 years, he had become accustomed to being addressed as the Law Enforcement Hall Elder.
If he suddenly lost such a high status, could he really adapt?
Wang Qianshan couldn’t help but feel a bit anxious.
Ling Xiaozu closed his eyes, seemingly having pondered this for a long time.
“An Luo, you can leave now.”
“Yes, Sect Leader.”
Seeing that Ling Xiaozu showed no sign of blame, An Luo discreetly let out a sigh of relief.
After exiting the side hall, he glanced back at the dark door.
In the main hall nearby, many workers summoned from Tianjian City were busy repairing it, the sound of them hammering bricks ringing incessantly.
He hesitated for a moment, pondering whether he should inform Master Sister.
After all, getting into the Heavenly Sword Sect was largely thanks to her support.
However, joining the Law Enforcement Hall was his own decision, without consulting her first.
Wang Qianshan had instructed him to keep this matter confidential, but in front of Master Sister, had he ever had secrets?
After giving it some thought, An Luo resolved to visit Luoxia Peak.
To prevent others from noticing, he decided to walk down from the Main Peak instead of using his sword to fly, making his way through the forests straight toward Luoxia Peak.
Back in the side hall…
Ling Xiaozu picked up a teacup and sipped a bit,
“Junior Brother, do you have any insight on this matter?”
Wang Qianshan hurriedly replied, “If the Extermination of Immortals is indeed true, then it must be some rogue sect looking to disrespect heaven and earth gathering together.
Seeing that they’ve appeared at this critical time and rescued individuals connected with the monster race, they are likely in cahoots with the Cold Moon Witch, looking to wreak havoc in the human realm.
Moreover, the Evil Incarnation of the Monster King has already been taken by them.
If they suddenly launch an attack on a certain city, it wouldn’t be impossible.”
Ling Xiaozu replied, “That’s indeed the case. But…”
Wang Qianshan astutely sensed the hesitation in Ling Xiaozu’s tone.
The Sect Leader rarely spoke this way.
Did he know something more?
“Since this has occurred, there’s no need to blame yourself too much. You must urgently investigate the whereabouts of the Monster King’s Incarnation.
If it is exposed to the human realm, it will surely bring about a bloody storm.
Let’s not delve into other matters for now.”
Seeing the Sect Leader skip over the issue so lightly, Wang Qianshan couldn’t help but feel a wave of joy.
“Thank you, Brother.”
After Wang Qianshan left, Ling Xiaozu realized he might have just somewhat lost his composure.
Was Wei Wenxuan truly the person he remembered?
But this man clearly passed away two hundred years ago, how could he suddenly reappear in the human realm?
Could it be…
That the so-called “Extermination of Immortals” possessed some kind of dark magic capable of resurrecting the dead?
If that were true, then the threats posed by the Extermination of Immortals would far exceed even those from the Cold Moon Witch.
Since the Witch once followed the Monster King, it was obvious that her goal in seizing the Monster King’s Incarnation was to bring him back to the human world.
That mere Evil Incarnation would have at most only 40% of the Monster King’s strength. The Heavenly Sword Sect itself could easily handle it.
But that Extermination of Immortals lurking in the shadows filled him with dread.
After all, countless powerful beings lie buried in this continent; if the Extermination of Immortals truly had the ability to revive the dead,
then the impending threats facing the human realm might be far more severe than they had anticipated.
【Cold Value from Sect Leader Ling Xiaozu +400】
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【Cold Value from Inner Sect Chief Disciple Luo Ying +413】
【Cold Value from Ji Shen’s Yihong Courtyard Ru Yu +387】
【Cold Value from Ji Shen’s Yihong Courtyard Mother Wu +235】
【Cold Value from Ji Shen’s Left Protector Fu Yetian +435】
Inside the Cold Wind Cave, Lin Nan, who was raking in cold values, felt that her previous decision was nothing short of genius.
Who would have thought that An Luo, along with Qing Yi and Zi Yi, would return to hand her an endless stream of cold values, even revealing the sect’s name in the process.
It was practically like she was cheating!
Moreover, throughout this process, she gradually figured out the rules for acquiring cold values.
Much like the threshold of human desires, the first time one learns about something, the surge of cold value is the highest.
As the number of encounters increases, interest gradually wanes.
Looks like she must spread the name of Extermination of Immortals far and wide to maximize her profits!
