Starting with the titmouse, seventy-two transformations

Chapter 125 Xie Bao Summons Him, Soul Searching Technique
"Why can't it be me?"

Liu Sheng glanced down at Qi Cheng'an and said quietly:
"Brother Qi has already set his sights on my family, so am I not allowed to retaliate?"

"Hehehe..."

Qi Cheng'an spat out a mouthful of blood, sneering repeatedly, his eyes filled with undisguised contempt:

"Do you know that I am a direct descendant of the Five Crane Sect, born into a powerful family in Yanqing? If you kill me, do you know the consequences?"

Before Liu Sheng could reply, he continued:
"You and your family will be captured and imprisoned by the authorities. The men will be torn to pieces, and the women will be sold into brothels to suffer endless humiliation!"

"Liu Sheng, is this the outcome you wanted?"

"Release me immediately, and I'll give you a chance to become a servant and serve the powerful clan, otherwise—"

"You are afraid."

Liu Sheng suddenly spoke, pointing to his mostly tattered chest, where a fist-sized, vibrant heart was beating wildly.

"you……"

Qi Cheng'an was furious and was about to speak when he saw Liu Sheng reach out his hand to him, his five fingers lightly clenching.

"Whoo~"

A sudden gust of cold wind rose, like a bone-scraping blade, and fell upon him.

In an instant, it felt as if a thousand knives were stabbing me, and I was being slowly sliced ​​to death. My heart, liver, stomach, and intestines, which were exposed to the elements, were especially tender and sensitive, and the pain was even more intense.

"Ah ah ah ah..."

Qi Cheng'an screamed in agony, trying to struggle, but he couldn't move.

They could only watch helplessly as their flesh, tendons, bones, and internal organs were gradually shaving away, until they died in endless agony and turned into ashes.

"puff!"

Amidst the swirling dust, a phantom slowly solidified, kneeling on the ground and addressing the figure as "Master."

Changgui, Qi Chengan.

Golden-red light flickered in Liu Sheng's eyes as he gazed indifferently at the ghostly figure that looked exactly like Qi Cheng'an, only slightly more faint.
“Tell the truth.”

"Master, Elder Qinghe, he..."

The ghost Qi Cheng'an quickly told everything he knew.

Speak freely and without reservation.

"This is because they were certain that I had no hope of entering the Dao in this lifetime and posed no threat, so they didn't take it to heart."

Liu Sheng understood.

Elder Qinghe knew the consequences of using the "bewitching technique," yet he still attacked him, which meant he was certain that Qinghe was weak and posed no threat.

The reason they didn't silence him was because they didn't take him seriously at all.

Just as a person who steps on an ant will not fear the ant colony's revenge, but will eradicate the entire ant colony.

This is a form of condescending disregard.

The gap between a Qi Refiner and a Martial Master is like an insurmountable chasm.

This understanding, with the recent resurgence of the immortal path, has long become a consensus and is difficult to change.

"Since that's the case, then you..."

Liu Sheng pondered for a moment, then whispered a few instructions.

Then, a crimson light flashed in his pupils, and the two vengeful spirits turned into gray mist and fell into his pupils.

Now that my family is settled, I have no worries and can act freely.

In any case, we must strive for a spot to enter the ruins and seize the longevity treasure.

……

"Liu Lishi, the general summons you!"

A burly, heavily armored guard stepped forward to greet him.

Behind him, two henchmen spread out, seemingly forming an encirclement.

"Xie Bao wants to see me?"

Liu Sheng's eyes flickered a few times, and he hesitated.

He had just arrived at the Demon Suppression Division and was about to go to Shuiyue Tower to see if Du Bingyan had arrived when he was stopped in his way.

"Liu Lishi?"

The guard raised his voice, the smile on his face gradually faded, and he placed his hand on the hilt of his sword.

The two henchmen on the left and right stepped forward, remaining silent, yet their imposing presence was overwhelming.

"it is good."

Liu Sheng lowered his eyes and nodded.

It's not time to turn against him yet; let's see what he's going to do.

If all else fails, they can transform into a Sky Sparrow and escape.

"Please!" The servant cupped his hands in greeting and immediately stepped forward to lead the way to the fourth courtyard.

Passing through corridors and courtyards, along paths and around ponds, in about the time it takes to drink half a cup of tea, we arrived at the main hall of the fourth courtyard.

After the announcement, Liu Sheng entered and saw Xie Bao, fully armored and helmeted, sitting high behind the desk, his aura deep and imposing, like a mountain.

"See General!"

"Liu Sheng, a native of Baishui Village, was born in the seventh year of the Longwu reign. His parents died early. His grandfather, Liu Yu, was a scholar in the Jia Chen year of the Zhenghe reign..."

Xie Bao unfolded a file, lowered his head and began to read aloud. His voice was flat and even, without any inflection, but every word was clear and every sentence was forceful.

In just a few hundred words, the book summarizes all the major and minor events that Liu Sheng experienced from childhood to adulthood over sixteen years.

It's as if there's an invisible pair of eyes watching him grow up, recording every little detail of his journey.

If it were anyone else, witnessing such unpredictable and supernatural methods, they would have been terrified, their legs trembling and covered in cold sweat.

But Liu Sheng remained calm and composed, his hands clasped in front of his lower abdomen, his back ramrod straight.

It's like listening to someone else's story.

To Liu Sheng, this was simply "someone else"!

Xie Bao glanced at him, paused, and immediately couldn't continue reading.

The attempt to intimidate them failed!

This kid is incredibly brave; is he really from the countryside?
A strange light flashed in Xie Bao's eyes. He put down the dossier, stroked his beard, and chuckled.
"Liu Sheng, you're very good!"

Liu Sheng nodded and remained silent.

"..."

Xie Bao's breath hitched, and for a moment he forgot his lines.

Where did this country bumpkin come from, not even knowing the most basic rules of officialdom?
When praised by Shangguan, you should at least appear humble and modest, and finally praise Shangguan in return as a "reincarnation of a talent scout" and someone with "a discerning eye for talent."

What do you mean by just nodding?
Does that mean I'm right?

I, a dignified General of the Four Extremes, the Third-Class Earl of Qingjiang, do I need a country bumpkin like you to affirm me?

This is utterly rebellious and shameless!
Lao Tzu —

Don't get angry, don't get angry, don't argue with a country bumpkin!
Xie Bao took a deep breath, tapped the dossier lightly with his fingertips, and said with a half-smile:
"A commoner in white, rising from humble beginnings, he gained the trust and appreciation of Commandant Du. With his cultivation at the Bone and Tendon Realm, he served as a demon-catching warrior. Given time, he will surely become a pillar of the nation."

His tone was sarcastic and slightly sarcastic.

This is called saying the opposite of what you mean.

The phrase "pillars of the nation" has historically been used to describe high-ranking officials of the imperial court, those of the highest rank.

How could a mere demon-catching warrior, a newly appointed minor official, possibly be worthy of such a position?

If one does not refuse on the spot, it will confirm one's "arrogance" and "high self-esteem," leaving a stain on one's reputation and sowing the seeds of future trouble.

Once he rises to a high position, he will become a target for criticism by censors.

This is the art of flattery to kill.

To his surprise, Liu Sheng didn't take the bait at all. He glanced up at him and whispered:
"Why has Your Excellency summoned me today?"

This time, Xie Bao's punch landed on empty air, leaving him in excruciating pain.

It's normal for a country bumpkin like him not to know the rules.

You, the dignified Earl of Qingjiang and the Imperial General Who Subdues Demons, are you really going to argue with a mere villager?
Aren't you afraid of losing your composure?
"..."

A bluish tinge rose to Xie Bao's face as he clenched his fists.

He was completely defeated in this round of confrontation.

Moreover, the initiative was taken away without them even realizing it!
He slowly turned around, returned to the desk and sat down, remained silent for a moment, and exhaled a breath of stale air.

If that's the case, then—

"Liu Sheng!"

He gave a low shout, and his eyes blazed with a fierce light, like two dazzling light bulbs:
"How did you and Du Bingyan survive the battle that day?"
Did you encounter the murderer Wu Song? And how did you manage to escape with your life from his clutches?
Were they captured, secretly restrained, and then released back into the city to serve as an inside agent?

His voice changed abruptly, becoming aloof and unpredictable.

It transformed into an invisible force, reaching directly into his mind and searching through his memories!

Bewitching magic?
No, this strange technique is more powerful and domineering than Elder Qinghe's bewitching technique!
This is a soul-searching technique!
The next moment, a domineering elephant's roar echoed in Liu Sheng's mind.

His innate talent, "Prison Suppression," prompted him to act.

All discomfort vanished instantly, and my mind returned to clarity.

Thank you, Bao!

Damn!

Liu Sheng was furious and was about to make a desperate move.

Suddenly, a soft, delicate female voice drifted into the hall:

"Lord Xie, you promised me, are you going to break your promise?"

(End of this chapter)