A rainbow light rapidly approached the sky above the Demon Slaying Division. Even before it landed, many Demon Slaying Division Martial Artists noticed it from afar.
Having stepped into the Perfection Realm, "Rainbow Light Movement" had become increasingly flashy.
The three of them landed one after another in front of the Patrol Hall. Upon seeing them, the guards immediately welcomed them inside. The Patrol Hall Master looked surprised. Only a few days had passed.
"Hall Master, we have fortunately fulfilled our mission."
Shen Tianyou and Lian Meini cupped their fists in salute. Li Xuanxiao stood half a step behind and did the same.
The Patrol Hall Master nodded. "As expected of the elite Martial Artists who could join the Purification Hall. This efficiency is much better than that group of disappointing boys under my command!"
The two of them felt somewhat ashamed and glanced at Li Xuanxiao. The latter's face was as calm as water, showing no emotion.
Recalling what had happened along the way, the two were surprised to find that they seemed to...
Have done absolutely nothing at all?
Whether it was searching for demons after arriving at Youpu City, or responding after the demons appeared, as well as playing the decisive role in cracking the demons' various Demonic Techniques...
None of it seemed to have much to do with them.
It could be said that the credit for slaying all the demons belonged entirely to that young man alone!
The two of them were like they had just gone out for a stroll with Li Xuanxiao and then watched him solve everything. Not only did they not help him with anything, they almost became burdens that held him back.
Thinking this, looks of shame appeared on their faces. "The Hall Master overpraises us. Our smooth return this time was not due to the two of us."
The Patrol Hall Master smiled. "You two are being too modest. I know Li Xuanxiao must have played an important role in cracking the Demonic Techniques. But you two must have also put in a lot of effort in slaying the demons!"
Hearing this, Shen Tianyou and Lian Meini were even more embarrassed.
"No, the demons this time were all slain by Li Xuanxiao. We were trapped by the demons' Demonic Techniques at the time and hardly helped at all."
The Patrol Hall Master's eyes widened involuntarily, finding it hard to remain calm. "Are you saying Li Xuanxiao killed four Late Xuan Realm demons by himself?"
"Impossible, absolutely impossible! He's only at the Xuan Realm First Layer. No matter how exaggerated, he couldn't have slain four Late Xuan Realm demons!"
Shen Tianyou and Lian Meini looked at each other. "It indeed wasn't four demons."
The Patrol Hall Master showed an 'as I thought' expression. "I told you, he couldn't possibly..."
"He slew eight!"
What!?
The Patrol Hall Master's subsequent words were immediately stuck in his throat, unable to be spoken. Four Late Xuan Realm demons was what the surviving Inspector had personally told him. He didn't expect there to be another change?
His face turned solemn. Eight! A full eight Late Xuan Realm demons! The number had doubled!
If he had known earlier, he certainly wouldn't have sent only these few people to slay the demons.
He would have sent at least three more Late Xuan Realm experts! A sense of lingering fear arose in his heart, along with some relief, but mostly shock! Eight Late Xuan Realm demons were actually all slain!
And by Li Xuanxiao!? Is this kid some kind of monster?
Slaying a Third Layer of the Xuan Realm Centipede Demon Worm while at the Xuan Realm First Layer was already startling enough!
Now you're telling me he killed eight Late Xuan Realm demons by himself?
The Patrol Hall Master's gaze swept over Li Xuanxiao, only feeling that this kid had suddenly become so unfamiliar.
Li Xuanxiao felt a bit awkward. This kind of face-to-face praise made him feel uncomfortable all over. He just wanted to finish quickly, collect his rewards, and leave.
"You two are overstating it. How could slaying eight Xuan Realm demons be the work of me alone? You both still put in a lot of effort, for example..."
The two immediately pricked up their ears, both wanting to hear something that reflected their value. That way, they could feel a bit more at ease when receiving their rewards.
Li Xuanxiao weighed his words in his mind. "For example... you helped me share the demons' firepower!"
Referring to them being ganged up on by the demons, which resulted in the demons having no time to bother with Li Xuanxiao...
"You gave me the chance to try out new Martial Arts!"
Referring to them being bound by Demonic Techniques, forcing Li Xuanxiao to use his ultimate move...
The two were flushed with embarrassment. Is this kid praising us or insulting us?
After Li Xuanxiao finished speaking, he secretly breathed a sigh of relief, marveling at the profoundness of Chinese culture. Phrased this way, it seemed the two really did play a major role.
The Patrol Hall Master glanced at them in surprise and didn't bother to dwell on it any longer. The mission was completed, and they were even unharmed. Was there any better outcome than this?
Now that the demon threat was removed, it was time to give the Inspectors below a boost of confidence.
"I won't delve into the details. Completing the mission without a scratch is the best thing!"
The Patrol Hall Master took out two jade plaques and handed them to Shen Tianyou and Lian Meini.
"This is your reward: 100 contribution points."
The two took them with looks of shame. "Thank you, Hall Master! The two of us will take our leave now."
The Patrol Hall Master nodded. "Go on. Give my regards to Vice General Yang."
The two respectfully complied and immediately withdrew from the hall.
Li Xuanxiao raised an eyebrow. Their rewards were given, but what about mine?
The Patrol Hall Master seemed to be seeing Li Xuanxiao for the first time, his gaze constantly scanning over Li Xuanxiao's body. The smile on his face grew wider, even the wrinkles on his forehead smoothing out.
Li Xuanxiao felt uneasy being watched. What is this old guy up to? Hurry up and give me the reward!
"Li Xuanxiao, oh Li Xuanxiao, how did I not notice before that you were so capable! Those were eight Late Xuan Realm demons! And they knew such eerie Demonic Techniques!"
"You were actually able to slay them all by yourself? Tell me honestly, what is your current Realm?"
Li Xuanxiao sighed softly. "Reporting to the Hall Master, I am at... the Peak of the Xuan Realm."
*Hiss—*
The sound of a sharp intake of breath rang out, and the Patrol Hall Master immediately stood still.
"Good! Excellent! Truly, every generation brings forth new talents, and heroes emerge from the youth! With your talent, not just in Pei Prefecture, but even in the entire Dayu Dynasty, you are unique!"
"In time, you will surely become a sharp blade for our Human Race to fight against the demons! Heaven blesses our Great Feather to have produced a figure like you! No wonder you asked me about matters above the Xuan Realm before. It turns out you were already at the Peak of the Xuan Realm."
"The resources you want, I will do everything in my power to get them for you! Including the Cultivation Techniques and Martial Arts of the Mystic Realm!"
Really!?
Li Xuanxiao felt a surge of joy. There was no better news than this.
If he were to slay demons slowly and accumulate Demon value Points to deduce Mystic Realm level Cultivation Techniques and Martial Arts...
That would take a very, very long time of accumulation. Being able to get them early would allow him to increase his strength as soon as possible.
"But I also have a requirement..."
Li Xuanxiao's smile faded slightly.
As expected, everything comes with a price. There's no such thing as a free lunch.
"I hope you will no longer put yourself in danger and ideally stay within the Demon Slaying Division. I will report your information to the Commander. If everything goes smoothly, you won't have to worry about cultivation resources anymore."
"The Demon Slaying Division will provide everything for you. What do you think?"
Li Xuanxiao shook his head. "I don't think that'll work."
He knew his own worth best.
What terrifying talent? It was all thanks to adding points with Demon value Points!
If he really stayed in the Demon Slaying Division without Demon value Points, his greatest advantage would be gone. Whether it was Cultivation Techniques or Martial Arts, everything would immediately come to a standstill.
That definitely wouldn't do! He had to go out and slay demons!
The New Demon Emperor was about to descend upon Pei Prefecture. The most direct impact of its appearance would be breaking the balance between human Martial Artists and demons.
This would inevitably stir up a bloodbath in Pei Prefecture!
The turmoil caused by the broken balance would last for a considerable amount of time. Until a new balance was found between humans and demons. And during that time, God knows what would happen.
Besides, who could be sure that only one New Demon Emperor would appear?
Demons were already powerful, yet they had suddenly become much more low-key in recent years. They must be plotting something else.
Li Xuanxiao had to go all out to obtain Demon value Points to improve himself and confront the unpredictable future.