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Gu Yan quickly ransacked the place, completely squeezing out every last bit of value from the demon's lair.

Finally, Gu Yan did not forget to return to the dungeon, find the remaining trapped people, and release them all.

This step may seem to have no practical benefit, but it is an essential step in the strategy guide.

According to players' observations, although there are no explicit attribute markers in the game, important NPCs likely possess a hidden attribute similar to "favorability." The level of favorability affects the NPC's attitude towards the player, thus influencing the subsequent plot development.

After clearing out the demon cave, remember to go back and save the people. According to the strategy analysis, this can greatly increase Shen Qinghan's favorability towards the player, which will be very beneficial for obtaining resources, cultivation techniques, and being recommended for promotion within the Demon Suppression Division.

These people were mostly residents of the surrounding villages. They had been trapped in this hellish place for many days, living in constant fear and waiting to die, and had long believed that there was no way out. Now, suddenly finding themselves in a desperate situation, they couldn't help but burst into tears, prostrating themselves on the ground in gratitude, their cries of thanks echoing throughout the village.

Shen Qinghan saw this and nodded slightly in his heart.

Not only was he calm and collected, but he also possessed exceptional character, and even after escaping his own predicament, he didn't forget the common people. In some ways, for the Demon Suppression Division, such qualities were even more valuable than martial arts talent.

Gu Yan led the way, and the group left the demon's lair. The villagers, having escaped the perilous clutches of the demons, felt a huge weight lifted from their hearts. Many of them collapsed to their knees, their legs giving way. Overwhelmed with mixed emotions of joy and sorrow, they wept openly after surviving the ordeal.

They were originally residents of the surrounding villages, and now that the calamity was over, they should have returned home. But having witnessed the horrors of the demons firsthand, fear had taken deep root in their hearts.

Although they escaped unharmed this time, they no longer had any desire to return to their hometown. Everyone secretly made up their minds to pack up their belongings and move far away. So they said goodbye and went their separate ways.

Shen Qinghan asked Gu Yan softly, "How is it now?"

Gu Yan said, "Go to the Qingxi County Government Office."

Shen Qinghan nodded, having no objection to this judgment.

Qingxi County is the closest county to this place. Given the current chaos caused by demons, it's crucial to contact the local government as soon as possible. As a member of the Demon Suppression Division, and new to this area, she should also establish connections with the county government and exchange information.

But after walking a few steps together, Shen Qinghan suddenly sensed something was wrong.

I'm the boss, he's the subordinate, why should I ask him for instructions?

Since their encounter in the Demon Cave, it seems that Gu Yan has made all the decisions, and she has become so used to it that her body instinctively feels that she should listen to his opinions, which is really strange.

The two walked side by side for quite some time, having likely left the demon's lair. Gu Yan suddenly asked, "Lord Shen, your meridians are still blocked; would you like me to clear and treat them further?"

Shen Qinghan's eyelids twitched, and the embarrassment of being caught off guard by his internal energy entering his body came back to her mind, and her cheeks felt slightly hot.

Again?

But then she thought that although her meridians were open, her recovery was slow because the poisoning was too deep. If someone who also practiced the "Demon Suppression and Vitality Nourishing Technique" could assist her, it would indeed be of great benefit.

Although they are temporarily out of danger, they still cannot be completely careless. Of course, the faster her cultivation and strength recover, the better.

So she said, "Okay."

Gu Yan stepped forward: "Then you'll have to bear with it, Lord Shen."

Shen Qinghan coughed and said, "It's alright, just do your best."

Last time, she didn't expect Gu Yan to be able to master the Demon-Suppressing and Yuan-Nourishing Inner Qi so quickly, and she was caught off guard and revealed her embarrassing situation.

However, by this time her own strength had recovered somewhat, and she was mentally prepared, so she was certain that she would not be as embarrassed as she had been last time.

Therefore, she told Gu Yan that there was no need to worry. On the one hand, she really needed to recover as soon as possible under the current circumstances, and on the other hand, she also wanted to save face in front of Gu Yan.

First impressions are very important. What if the other person gets a bad first impression and thinks their boss is all show and no substance?

Gu Yan said, "Then I'll have to offend you, Lord Shen."

Shen Qinghan chuckled lightly, nodded slightly, her expression serene and calm, her brows furrowed with frost, as if she were assuming the air of a senior fairy.

But only a breath later.

"Mmm... Ahh~"

Shen Qinghan thought she was fully prepared and was ready to guide Gu Yan's internal energy into her meridians as soon as it entered her body.

But little did she expect that the opponent's internal energy would enter her body and surge forth with immense power, like a torrent crashing into her acupoints.

Shen Qinghan's aloof and composed fairy-like image instantly crumbled. A blush rose to her cheeks, her composure vanished, and she couldn't help but murmur softly, her posture disheveled.

"Wait...wait a minute..." she couldn't help but say again, "Slow...slow down..."

She had intended to feign composure and salvage her dignified image, but her persona crumbled too quickly. The contrast between her earlier and later appearances only made her look more disheveled. Her originally pale cheeks flushed crimson, making her appear even more vulnerable and vulnerable.

But after Gu Yan helped her complete a full cycle with his internal energy, Shen Qinghan forgot about losing her composure and looked up at Gu Yan in shock.

Shen Qinghan's lips were dry and his tongue parched. After a long while, he finally said, "You...you've mastered the Demon-Suppressing and Vitality-Nourishing Technique?"

This so-called mastery is by no means simply "learning" it, but rather refers to understanding its essence and practicing it to a level of perfection where there is no room for further progress.

Shen Qinghan, a prodigy within the department, only managed to master the basics after seven days of arduous training and reached perfection after three months of practice, earning him the admiration of everyone in the department.

But someone like Gu Yan, who broke through the mental cultivation technique in a flash, and within a short hour or two, mastered the entire text, achieving perfect cultivation and instantly reaching the peak of the Solid Yuan Realm...

When they first met, Shen Qinghan had only just sensed the other party's internal energy. Although Gu Yan's progress in mastering the technique was astonishing, she unequivocally felt that the internal energy he transmitted was indeed only at the beginner level of the "Demon Suppression and Yuan Nourishment Technique," and this was undeniable.

But in just a short while, his internal energy had transformed from a small water pipe into a rushing river. If he hadn't experienced it himself, Shen Qinghan would never have believed that anyone could progress so rapidly.

No, in the past hour or two, Gu Yan hasn't even had the opportunity to go into seclusion to study. Instead, he needs to be constantly vigilant in this dangerous demon's lair, dealing with the demons and devising an escape plan.

In other words, he had just infiltrated the assassination attempt and escaped the cave, simultaneously performing his tasks while continuously circulating his internal energy. By multitasking, he had managed to cultivate this technique to this extent even in such a perilous situation...

This... this...

Whether it was from shock or from the overwhelming internal energy entering his body, Shen Qinghan suddenly felt dizzy and had to reach out and hold onto a nearby tree to steady his trembling legs.

This is beyond what the word "genius" can describe.

A huge wave of emotions surged within her, and she was so shocked that she could hardly control herself.

Throughout the many years of the Demon Suppression Division, such a prodigy has never been heard of before. He is truly unprecedented and will likely never be seen again. All the geniuses and prodigies we have seen in the past pale in comparison to this young man.

Could this really be the legendary "divinely bestowed martial bone" recorded in ancient books?

Lost in thought, Shen Qinghan muttered to herself, "I'm such a fake genius..."

"Master Shen? Sir?"

Gu Yan waved his hand in front of her, and Shen Qinghan finally came to her senses.

Gu Yan asked, "How are you feeling, sir?"

"Huh? Oh, umm... I'm fine, I feel great... no, I mean I've recovered quite a bit."

Whether to change the subject or not, Shen Qinghan coughed and then said...

"I once heard an elder say that there are geniuses in the world who are 'born with martial talents and whose techniques are naturally understood.' I used to be skeptical..."

She looked at Gu Yan with a complicated expression.

"...But after seeing you, I'm starting to believe you."

Gu Yan nodded.

Alright, since you think so, then I am blessed with martial prowess.

Shen Qinghan thought for a moment and said, "I didn't expect your progress in the Demon Suppression and Nourishing Essence Technique to be so rapid. In that case, I will also teach you the Demon Suppression Sword Technique."