Starting from the Tiger Demon Yaksha, the demon immortality

Chapter 211-210 An Unwelcome Guest Arrives (More tonight)
"It's a bit too early to think about these things now."

Li Cunxiao shook his head, banishing these distracting thoughts from his mind.

He is currently in a period of rapid growth in strength, and it will have to wait until later to truly establish his power.

"Chief Escort Li is back!"

"Li Biaotou!"

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As they led their horse into the escort agency, the cheers seemed even louder than the last time they returned.

Wei He led Chi Li away with a look of reverence. Li Cunxiao took the opportunity to inquire about the recent situation of the Wei siblings, but in reality, he was also asking about the current state of the escort agency.

The answer is not bad.

Wealth does not disappear out of thin air. In times of chaos, many industries may decline, but some industries will always prosper as a result.

While in Chuqiu, the Flying Tiger Escort Agency was targeted by the Murong family and couldn't get a single escort order, so they had to leave in the end.

However, in Songzhou City, Li Cunxiao, as the personal disciple of two grandmasters, could be considered a powerful figure.

Bai Xiangshan also wanted to leverage the city's defenses in the future, so he naturally wouldn't hesitate to show some goodwill to the Flying Tiger Escort Agency.

Although the city guards were elite, their numbers were limited, and they couldn't do everything themselves. So, some less important escort missions were naturally outsourced to forces close to the government.

Flying Tiger Escort Agency was undoubtedly a beneficiary of this.

At present, the escort agency has no shortage of food, medicine, gold and silver treasures. The distribution of benefits brought about by the war is enough to make many forces in the city envious.

But Bai Xiangshan's attitude was clear; even the governor had to curry favor with him, so how could anyone else dare to make any unusual moves?

"Sanlang, all of this is thanks to you."

Upon hearing that Li Cunxiao had returned, Zhang Lishi, Shi Tie, and the Cui brothers arrived one after another within fifteen minutes.

Madam Zhang made a brief appearance before heading off to prepare the midday banquet, leaving a group of people to chat.

"Master, your words are too formal. I am where I am today only because of the escort agency."

"It is only natural for crows to feed their parents."

Li Cunxiao said these words from the bottom of his heart.

He didn't become invincible just because he obtained the Vajra Pestle; he went through a process of growing from weakness to where he is now.

Zhang Lishi and the Flying Tiger Escort Agency were initially his sanctuary, but when his strength reached its limit, they became a new platform, creating opportunities for him to meet Qi Ci and Tai Yi.

Whether it's a divine weapon or a master-level skill, Zhang Lishi is always there to act as a go-between.

The security escort agency deserves what it has now.

"I've taken on a good apprentice."

Zhang Lishi looked at his disciple, overwhelmed with emotion, and for a moment he didn't know what to say.

"Zhang Da, if I were you, I'd be laughing in my sleep tonight. Why are you making that face?"

Cui Yao remained his usual carefree self, and as he spoke, he grinned broadly.
"Nephew, the Five Organs Pill you gave me last time is damn good. This pill is even more potent than demon flesh!"

"Vulgar," Cui Wei rolled his eyes, but inwardly agreed with his brother's words.

Not only the government office, but also Tiangu Temple offered preferential treatment to the Flying Tiger Escort Agency, including the ability to purchase elixirs at prices not available to other forces in the city.

With ample resources, the escort agency's strength has naturally grown steadily. It has long since established a firm foothold in the south of the city, and now it even shows signs of entering the first tier.

Even though Zhang Lishi is only at the Lesser Completion of the Yellow Court Classic, and even though the Cui brothers vaguely know that Li Cunxiao is not in the temple but is cultivating with other masters, the monks led by Yuanhua are still very friendly.

If we follow Ye Chengxiao and Zhang Yuelu's logic, then Li Cunxiao's status in Tiangu Temple today is comparable to that of the other chief monks.

The only thing that was unexpected was that the war came faster than anticipated.

Less than half a year after they settled down, the flames of war were once again engulfing everyone's heads.

The escort agency's business was cut short by war, but the special favor shown by the government actually increased its power.

All these changes stem from the young man before us.

'Only someone as reckless as the second brother can still act the same way as before. Zhang Da and I, however, can no longer regard Sanlang as a junior.'

Cui Wei and Zhang Lishi made eye contact unintentionally, and both of them had complicated expressions in their eyes. Meanwhile, Cui Yao was enthusiastically asking Li Cunxiao about his experience in internal organ cultivation, and he would burst out laughing from time to time.

"Your household is quite lively today. Is there another happy event in Junior Brother Zhang's family?"

Upon hearing this, Li Cunxiao's expression shifted. He looked towards the main entrance of the hall and saw Zhang Yuelu, Ye Chengxiao, and Mingzhu following behind a monk whose face looked very familiar.

He stared intently at it, then quickly exclaimed in surprise:

"Uncle-Master Yuanhua? Why have you lost so much weight?"

"Oh dear! Junior Nephew Li! Junior Nephew Li!"

A look of surprise and delight shone on the face of the middle-aged man, whose jawline had become noticeably thinner, and Yuanhua exclaimed twice in joy.

His calves stomped rapidly, creating a gust of wind that blew through his sleeves and robes, which used to be full but were now somewhat empty.

"As you know, Governor Bai has closed the city to martial law. Our Tiangu Temple has always been prestigious, so naturally we must help appease the people. I've been so busy lately, and I'm also thinking about breaking through to the fifth realm. I can't eat or sleep."

At this point, Yuanhua changed the subject and carefully took out a jade box from his bosom:

"But now it's all right. The abbot said I had worked hard, and finally Chief Abbot Decong gave me a reassuring pill."

"Now I can finally get a good night's sleep."

A calming pill?
Li Cunxiao was stunned for a moment upon hearing this, only then remembering that there had been such a thing back then.

In just a few months, he had already progressed from the Visceral Realm to the Great Perfection of the Yellow Court. In half a year, he had covered the path that Yuan Hua had taken more than ten years to complete, and even surpassed him in some aspects.

Qici and Taiyi were still a little nervous, but for him, breaking through to the True Form Realm was a piece of cake. It was even possible that once he broke through, he could skip the stages of entering meditation, staying in meditation, and exiting meditation, and go straight to the perfection of True Form and ask about the Heavenly Ladder.

Seeing Yuanhua at this moment gave him peace of mind. He was so worried about the hell where he could fall into demonic possession by the slightest distance that he couldn't eat or sleep. A complex emotion welled up in his heart.

Yuanhua couldn't see through people's hearts; he just felt that today was a good time to visit.

As he spoke, he gestured for Zhang Yuelu and Ye Chengxiao to come over, as if to ask for credit:
“Recently, the Luohan Hall has been arranging for its outer disciples to patrol the neighborhood, so I arranged for my two junior disciples and my unworthy disciple Mingzhu to be together, so that they can look after each other.”

"Thank you for your help, senior brother," Zhang Lishi said, knowing that this was a special favor from the other party.

Patrolling within the city is easy and safe, but accidents can still happen. Ye Chengxiao and Zhang Yuelu are only at the second level of muscle, while Mingzhu is at the third level of internal organs.

In addition, Yuanhua took care of him from time to time, which can be described as very thorough.

"At the family banquet later, senior brother must stay and have a cup of vegetarian wine."

"How could I possibly accept that?"

Yuan Hua pretended to decline, but kept glancing at Li Cunxiao with his eyes.

The latter naturally understood and tried to persuade Yuanhua to stay. Yuanhua quickly agreed, and the corners of her mouth turned up.

This scene, as seen by everyone else, had a different flavor.

It was soon noon. Shi Tie, who had been leading the team outside, rushed back just in time for the banquet to begin.

Wine cups were clinked and dishes were exchanged.

With such a major battle approaching, gathering with relatives and friends to chat and drink a few cups of homemade wine is especially relaxing.

Mucha sat beside him, meticulously reporting on the progress of his cultivation over the past period.

With his younger brother's voice still ringing in Li Cunxiao's ears, and looking at the rare gathering of people, he was momentarily dazed and unconsciously smiled.

It's as if a taut line from head to toe has been relaxed and given a rest.

Until an unexpected guest arrived. "A beggar?"

Shi Tie frowned as he listened to his bodyguards whispering.

"Why don't you just give him some food and let him go?"

"That's what I thought at first too, but even after I gave it to him, he wouldn't leave."

The bodyguard's expression turned subtle. "I had a few of my men take him away, but..."

"Four burly men tried to push him, but he didn't budge."

"I sensed he possessed some cultivation, so I went up and challenged him."

Shi Tie was somewhat surprised by the expressions on his subordinates' faces.

"You can't do anything about him either?"

"Tiezi, what happened?"

Zhang Lishi noticed the situation and spoke up, after which the banquet gradually quieted down.

"Master, it seems like someone is causing trouble."

With all his relatives and friends present, Shi Tie felt a little embarrassed, but he didn't show any disrespect to his opponents. He then got up to speak.

"I'll go take a look."

"Causing trouble at the Flying Tiger Escort Agency?"

Upon hearing this, Yuanhua couldn't help but laugh. Right now, in Songzhou City, Li Cunxiao was arguably the most powerful figure, even surpassing their own abbot, Dezheng. Who would be so blind as to kick a hornet's nest?

“Junior Brother Zhang, why don’t you call this beggar over? I want to see what’s going on.”

"If it were an ignorant outsider, that would be one thing, but if it's someone from the city, then I'd like to ask, what are they up to?"

Upon hearing this, Shi Tie glanced at his master, and Zhang Lishi thought for a moment before nodding.

The Flying Tiger Escort Agency rose too quickly, inevitably attracting envy. It wouldn't be a bad thing to have an opportunity to make an example of them.

"There are hardly any experts at the Internal Organs Realm. The Flying Tiger Escort Agency is nothing special in terms of muscle, blood, and vital energy."

The ragged man followed behind the bodyguard through the corridor.

He appeared relaxed, unlike a beggar, and his eyes held a hint of disdain as he constantly sized up the passing bodyguards, servants, and maids.

"Sparrow, come and chase me!"

"You Niang, let's not run away. I want to go back and eat mung bean cake."

"No! You definitely want to go find Moksha alone, that's what you did before!"

"Nonsense! I was here first!"

Zhang Que'er and Shi You Niang chased and played as they ran through the courtyard. They glanced curiously at the beggar behind the bodyguard before leaving.

But the beggar stared intently at the two of them, his eyes filled with longing, and drool even dripped from the corner of his mouth.
"Hey, hurry up and keep up!"

The escorting bodyguard shouted, and the beggar seemed to be startled awake. He quickened his pace, and fear appeared on his face.

He has killed many people since joining the religion, but he has never eaten people. His behavior just now was not his intention.

His head, covered in dust, quickly drooped down, and he kept repeating to himself:
"General, please be patient for now. When the city falls, all the young girls in the city can be offered to you for your enjoyment."

After repeating it to himself several times, a few breaths later, a strange voice actually rang out.

'You want me to wait?'

Hearing this indifferent tone, cold sweat broke out on the fake beggar's vest. If it weren't for the unsuspecting bodyguard standing before him, he would have knelt down on the spot.

"This humble servant dares not! It is an unparalleled honor for you, a master of such stature, to be placed above me!"

'However, this humble servant has only achieved the Yellow Court stage, and is unable to fulfill your wishes.'

'How boring.'

The owner of the voice seemed somewhat disappointed and regretful.

'The flesh of infants is the most tender, and children from wealthy families, pampered and spoiled, have no trace of fishy or foul odor.'

"You're wasting such talent; no wonder you can only be a sect leader. After this matter is over, I think you shouldn't stay in the Ming Cult; come work for me."

'I have some experience regarding breaking through to true form.'

The fake beggar grew increasingly sweaty and speechless.

Fortunately, the owner of the other voice did not need his reply. He quickly arrived at the courtyard outside the main hall of the security company.

At this moment, the Cui brothers and others at the banquet all turned their curious gazes toward them.

This man was dressed in tattered clothes, and despite it being the dead of winter, he remained calm, clearly possessing some martial arts skills.

However, choosing such a family banquet day to cause trouble, not to mention Zhang Lishi, Huang Tingyuan's Yuanhua is also on the list. This person's luck is really not good.
'Shi Tie, Zhang Lishi, the Cui brothers. Oh? Yuan Hua is here too?'

After the other voice in his heart disappeared, the beggar finally regained his composure and his eyes swept over everyone.

I remained relatively calm when I saw the four people in front of me, and I wasn't very surprised when I saw Yuanhua, who had become so thin.

These are all people that the Ming Cult has been paying close attention to.

Because they were very close to Li Cunxiao.

Since the Ming Cult uprising began, although it has been repeatedly suppressed by the imperial court, its overall momentum remains unstoppable, like wildfire spreading across the plains.

Collaborating with Huang Chao to advance into Luoyang, the eastern capital, was a crucial part of the entire Holy Church's grand undertaking.

Therefore, whether it was sending hall masters at the Heavenly Ladder Realm to lead the vanguard or searching for young boys and girls everywhere, even if we didn't expect to achieve great success in one fell swoop, we should at least have achieved some results.

But who would have thought that a busybody named Qici would suddenly appear and wipe out the entire army, giving away all the grain and supplies to the city guards of Baixiang Mountain.

Later, Li Guibo, the demon-slaying sage of the sect, sent people to create a plague. The matter had only just begun when the senior monk intervened again, scaring the followers into a panic.

Originally, the message about Qici was sent to Magu Mountain, hoping that the bald monks and Taoist priests would fight like dogs.

However, the hot-tempered "Lightning Goddess" Yang Lingjun made no move after arriving in the prefecture, and it was unclear whether the other party was still there or had already left.

The Ming Cult members were furious. Now that Qin Fengquan's army had finally arrived, they naturally wanted to collect some interest in advance.

Qi Ci is a master; there's nothing we can do about him.

If you can't handle your master, can't you handle your apprentice?

A myriad of thoughts, all gone in an instant.

The man, ostensibly a beggar but actually the leader of the Ming Cult, sneered, seemingly already envisioning Li Cunxiao's powerless rage and utter despair after the entire Flying Tiger Escort Agency was wiped out.

'This is Li Mucha? He's quite good-looking and doesn't seem very old. His flesh should be of good quality; we can take him away and present him to General Qin later. Hmm?'

Why is the seat next to me empty?

"Are you looking for me?"

A deep voice sounded behind the beggar, startling everyone at the banquet. They were all surprised to find that Li Cunxiao had somehow gotten behind the man.

Even more terrifying, the crimson true energy manifested into three heads and eight arms, each holding up a black dragon, a fire serpent, and a golden wheel, which then slammed down without hesitation.

His remaining two arms held up a bronze mirror, its golden light, like the sun, shining upon the beggar and reflecting the bull-headed demon within him, as well as a swirling, dark blue cloud—

"You demon, prepare to die!!!"

(End of this chapter)