A lowly Constable actually dared to evaluate a figure who saved Ning'an City from fire and water in such a way.
It was simply ridiculous!
"If it weren't for that Lord Li, could you be sleeping here so peacefully?"
"If it weren't for that Lord Li, could you receive your monthly salary so leisurely?"
"If it weren't for that Lord Li, someone like you would have long ago become food in a demon's belly!"
Uh... how did you manage to scold me and praise me at the same time?
Li Xuanxiao stared blankly at Ling Yan, beginning to admire this 'talent.'
Seeing Li Xuanxiao's expression, Ling Yan's anger flared up!
But to maintain his image in front of Si Miaoyin, he couldn't easily lash out.
Stooping to the level of such a minor character would truly be beneath him.
He could only order Li Xuanxiao to summon the County Magistrate.
"Just say the Demon Slaying Division has arrived."
Li Xuanxiao finally reacted this time: "You are Inspectors from the Demon Slaying Division?"
"Kid, at least you have some sense! Hurry up and report!"
Li Xuanxiao shook his head: "I can't report."
Ling Yan's expression turned cold: "What do you mean?"
"The County Magistrate is already dead."
What!?
The County Magistrate is dead?
"How did the County Magistrate die?"
Li Xuanxiao was very honest: "He was killed by Li Xuanxiao."
!!!!!
The brains of both Ling Yan and Si Miaoyin stalled.
The great hero who slayed demons in the eyes of the people was the murderer who killed the County Magistrate?
Or rather, the murderer who killed the County Magistrate later became the great hero who slayed demons?
Ling Yan's expression shifted constantly; he felt his head itching, as if he were about to grow a brain.
"Hey, hey."
Li Xuanxiao waved his hand in front of the two.
Ling Yan turned his head: "Don't talk, I'm thinking."
"Oh, sorry."
Li Xuanxiao immediately stopped; after all, interrupting someone's thoughts was very impolite.
"Forget it, I won't think about it anymore. Who is the person in charge of Ning'an City now? Call him here!"
Just as he finished speaking.
Hurried footsteps sounded from outside the door.
Several head Constables arrived together.
Seeing Si Miaoyin and Ling Yan, their expressions changed, and they immediately cupped their fists in salute.
"Ning'an City Head Constable Wang Debiao greets the two Inspectors!"
The other head Constables also respectfully greeted them one after another.
Si Miaoyin nodded: "Head Constables, you may dispense with the formalities."
"We have come to see the situation in Ning'an City."
"Please cooperate with our inspection mission."
The head Constables nodded repeatedly: "We will cooperate, we will definitely cooperate!"
Si Miaoyin gave a light laugh: "Then, the first thing I want to know is, who exactly is this Lord Li?"
"And why did he kill a government official?"
The head Constables' brows showed signs of hesitation. Their gazes swept toward Li Xuanxiao, who was standing aside watching the scene, unsure of how to speak.
"Uh... this... that..."
Ling Yan pulled a long face: "What 'this' and 'that'? Answer when you're asked!"
"I know that Lord Li is very strong, but with me here, you don't need to fear him. Just speak your minds!"
Ling Yan thought the head Constables were intimidated by Lord Li's prestige and didn't dare speak the truth.
He immediately released his Xuan Realm Aura without reservation.
A terrifying pressure descended on the spot. Although it wouldn't cause physical harm to the head Constables, it exerted immense psychological pressure.
Li Xuanxiao, who was watching the scene from the side, also raised an eyebrow slightly.
He secretly felt lucky that he was also in the Xuan Realm; otherwise, his life would no longer be in his own hands.
A single Realm is a natural chasm; they are completely different concepts.
Within the same Realm, fighting across levels might be possible for a Genius.
But when there is a difference of a whole major Realm, the possibility of resistance is almost non-existent.
Cold sweat dripped from several head Constables.
Wang Debiao showed a look of struggle and spoke helplessly: "Please, two Lords, do not blame Li Xuanxiao."
"He was truly forced into it by circumstances."
The other head Constables also voiced their agreement.
Ling Yan was stunned; he hadn't expected the other party to say such a thing.
Could there be more to this story?
"Oh? Then please, head Constables, tell us everything one by one!"
The head Constables immediately spilled everything about the County Magistrate's negligence, his repeated concessions to the demons, and his betrayal of Martial Artists just to save himself.
As Si Miaoyin and Ling Yan listened, their brows gradually furrowed.
They couldn't imagine what kind of life the people lived under the rule of such a County Magistrate.
Demons could actually step into the city and prey on humans in broad daylight.
In the end, the County Magistrate even compromised, allowing the demons to prey on Martial Artists!
What kind of behavior was this?
Betraying his own race, betraying his colleagues, and offering them up for demons to enjoy, all just to exchange for his own survival and career.
Si Miaoyin listened with her teeth clenched and her chest heaving, her beautiful eyes showing clear signs of indignation.
Ling Yan narrowed his eyes. If he had been here, he probably wouldn't have been able to resist cutting off the County Magistrate's head either!
But no matter how bad the County Magistrate was, he was still a government official.
Even if he were guilty of heinous crimes, he should be judged by the Imperial Court.
Not by a lowly Constable.
Defying a superior and slaying an official was also no small crime.
"Li Xuanxiao had no choice but to resort to this."
"After slaying the County Magistrate, he conducted a massive purge of the demons that had entered the city!"
"Not only that, he even risked his life alone, venturing into the heart of the demon territory, putting life and death aside just to return a clear sky to Ning'an City."
"Two Inspectors, Li Xuanxiao is truly the great benefactor of Ning'an City."
"Please do not punish him; he really... I'm crying to death."
Li Xuanxiao started scratching the floor again. How could these old guys say such melodramatic things!
Ling Yan remained silent.
Si Miaoyin's heart was touched.
A towering image of someone who sacrificed himself for others, not hesitating to carry a criminal record to serve the people and eradicate evil, quietly took shape in her heart.
"I understand. Please, head Constables, invite Lord Li here."
"I will do everything possible to reduce his punishment! I promise!"
The word "invite" revealed a lot of meaning.
Ling Yan's brow furrowed slightly. Given the relationship between Si Miaoyin and the Commander, it wasn't impossible for Li Xuanxiao to be directly pardoned.
Although he detested acts of favoritism, he also greatly approved of this Lord Li's actions.
Eliminating traitors internally and slaying demons externally—every single thing was done beautifully!
Therefore, he chose to remain silent.
Upon hearing this, the head Constables' gazes frequently turned toward Li Xuanxiao, who was standing not far away watching the scene.
Si Miaoyin was somewhat puzzled. I asked you to invite the person, why are you looking at him?
Could it be that he is Lord Li?
As soon as this thought appeared, she almost laughed at herself.
This little Constable looked to be about the same age as her.
In a small place like Ning'an City, being able to enter the Strength Realm at this age would be extraordinary!
Did she really think everyone was a Genius like herself?
Furthermore, her ability to reach her current Realm wasn't something that could be achieved by talent alone.
As the daughter of a Martial Arts Family in the Royal City, her martial arts resources were absolutely sufficient.
In a remote corner like Ning'an City, even if the whole city's power were used to cultivate one person, it would be impossible to achieve this!
Seeing the gazes of the head Constables, Li Xuanxiao could no longer play dumb.
He stepped forward to the two confused people.
"Two Lords, the Li Xuanxiao you are looking for..."
"...is me."
What!?
Ling Yan turned pale with shock.
"Ah!"
Si Miaoyin let out an involuntary exclamation.
Li Xuanxiao glanced at Si Miaoyin; he hadn't expected that cherry-like mouth could actually open so wide!
She has potential!
At this moment, Billy knew he had to marry Jennifer!