Starting with Mingyu Gong, the Soul-Chasing and Life-Stealing Technique

Xiao Shi was extremely agitated upon hearing this.

She couldn't understand why this outspoken and carefree young man was a master beyond the Qi Condensation Realm. Even when facing her master, a master who was about to open up her Ren and Du meridians, she wouldn't lose so completely in terms of internal strength.

Yet this supposedly expert lacks any semblance of professional demeanor; one wonders what kind of person taught such a scoundrel.

Upon hearing Lu Chen's words, Manager Zhang also felt, "This kid possesses immense strength, but lacks the mental fortitude to match it. It's like a child who can't distinguish right from wrong wielding a sharp blade; it's unclear whether recruiting him is right or wrong!"

However, after thinking about it this way, he really didn't want to miss out on such a genius.

After all, Manager Zhang came from a major Buddhist sect, and he had heard of and seen many cultivators with exceptional talent. But someone like "Li Feiyu," who made progress every single day, was simply unheard of.

Just now, when Lu Chen fought Xiao Shi, did he reveal all his abilities again?

Others may not know, but he can say with absolute certainty: No!

Absolutely not!

He could sense that Lu Chen possessed an astonishing power within him, but it was not being released.

Lu Chen looked at the two people whose expressions kept changing, and sized up Xiao Shi, saying, "Little girl, don't be ruthless. If I want you to be my concubine, I'll probably have to sleep with my eyes open. So before I die, you have to allow me to talk nonsense. Consider it payment for your rudeness to me just now."

The term "mouthy" was new to them, but when combined with Lu Chen's words, they all understood its meaning.

Xiao Shi felt that Lu Chen was turning the tables on her; how did she become the one who was rude? Her expression changed, and she was about to speak.

Manager Zhang breathed a sigh of relief and gestured to Lu Chen, "Boss Li, could we perhaps discuss a business deal privately?"

"Another business opportunity?" Lu Chen nodded slightly. "I'm interested in this one."

Lu Chen had always intended to contact the Demon Extermination Division and establish a cooperative relationship.

After all, official organizations are the best choice for finding places to commission murders.

It's relatively safer.

The two walked one after the other to an open space, where they could talk without being overheard and observe their surroundings.

Lu Chen said, "Speak, who are you going to kill this time?"

Manager Zhang was taken aback and said, "Boss Li, putting aside who to kill, what do you think of my suggestion from yesterday?"

Lu Chen sighed softly, "I've always wondered, how could the Demon Extermination Division, or more precisely, the Demon Extermination Division of the Western Liang region, have taken a liking to me?"

The master behind that young poet must be quite extraordinary, right?

My statement that I want to take her as a concubine is clearly an insult. She's furious. Why aren't you angry?

I don't think I have any qualifications that would make someone of your caliber, at least at the fourth or fifth level, so willing to recruit me.

"While others may not know that it's because of the people behind me, you should know that I didn't have any help when I killed Tang Tianlong."

Shopkeeper Zhang smiled and thought to himself, "So you know everything." He said, "I can tell you clearly that I recruited you not because of whether you have someone behind you, but entirely because of yourself."

As for your suggestion to take Xiaoshi as a concubine, that was clearly a joke; why would I take it seriously?

Lu Chen chuckled and said, "How do you know it's a joke?"

Shopkeeper Zhang smiled and said, "Although I don't understand matters between men and women, I'm not stupid."

If you truly have this intention, how could you proclaim it in front of everyone? Wouldn't that make Xiao Shi more vigilant and create difficulties for yourself?

Those who harbor covetous intentions often feign deep affection or remain silent in their actions; they would never act as you do.

Lu Chen thought to himself, "This old man is quite knowledgeable."

Lu Chen only trusts two types of people: straightforward people and simple-minded people. The former are not cunning, and the latter are guileless.

Zhou Ermin and his sister are stupid; when they have nowhere else to turn, they actually think of crying at a grave?

Xiao Shi is a straightforward person, and when she encounters Lu Chen, a bad guy, she can only be teased and bullied.

Lu Chen felt that this was the right way.

If bad people don't bully honest people, then who will they bully?

Lu Chen was silent for a moment, then said, "So, I'm just a small-time boss who treats killing as a business. If there's anything worth your condescension and repeated recruitment, it's that I dare to kill. You want me to be your weapon?"

"Oh?" Manager Zhang smiled slightly. "But my Demon Extermination Division has influence throughout the world, with countless experts. Who wouldn't we dare to kill?"

Lu Chen shook his head and said, "This is different."

Although the Demon Extermination Division is a powerful force, it is a mixed bag, with countless other factions mixed in.

Moreover, these official organizations always emphasize having a legitimate reason for their actions, and even more so, they require concrete evidence before taking any action.

It's a pity that when it comes to evidence, there's no evidence left for so many people and so many things that can get the Demon Extermination Division to act.

Therefore, despite operating under the banner of the Demon Extermination Bureau, they are powerless in the face of many people and events.

For example, Zhou Qianqian said that Tang Qinghe killed her whole family, but they were all burned to the ground, leaving no evidence. How could the official government do anything to him?

"And this kind of thing is not an isolated case in the whole world; Zhou Qianqian's family is by no means an isolated case. I suppose that's why a master of the Demon Extermination Division like you would want to impersonate the innkeeper?"

Manager Zhang stared at Lu Chen without saying a word.

He had to admit Lu Chen's keen insight.

Although the imperial court appears to rule the world, many things cannot be done openly, which is why the Demon Extermination Bureau operates in an underground manner.

Shopkeeper Zhang sighed, looked up at the clear blue sky, and said slowly, "How much do you know about this world, or what are your views on the martial arts world, the Jianghu, and the imperial court?"

Lu Chen said, "I haven't thought that far ahead. I'm just a small business owner. I'll do whatever I'm paid for. As for things like fighting for supremacy or personal grudges, I'm not interested."

In truth, he had no understanding of the overall situation of the world and the martial arts world, but he wouldn't say it.

Shopkeeper Zhang glanced briefly at the Zhou siblings in the distance and said, "What about these two? They're just ordinary people. What kind of reward could they possibly offer you that would make them worth your help?"

Lu Chen said, "Killing is something I must do. It is my way, and it is also my evil!"

But when you're doing good deeds, if you feel that they are living in misfortune and want to help them as much as you can, it's just human kindness.

After all, I was once a nobody at the bottom of society, and even now, in some people's eyes, I still am.

So if I can help them today, maybe one day someone will be able to help me too. That's called a win-win situation.

"What a wonderful description of misfortune!" Manager Zhang clapped his hands and said, "The fact that you can use the word 'misfortune' shows that you have a compassionate heart, which is so rare in this world."

Lu Chen was a little embarrassed: "Brother, you're exaggerating. I'm just doing my job."

Shopkeeper Zhang said, "After hearing about Miss Qianqian's plight, you braved dangers and took on this task without hesitation. I know you weren't doing this for material gain; you genuinely wanted to help her."

This world needs people like you, and the Demon Slayer Division can help you realize your ideals. I sincerely invite you to join us. Given time, you will surely become famous and achieve great things!

Lu Chen chuckled and said, "I don't deny that I want to help Miss Zhou, but I also know what kind of person I am, and I know that your Demon Extermination Division cannot realize my ideals."

"Oh?" Manager Zhang raised an eyebrow. "What makes you say that?"

Lu Chen said, "The fact that someone like you needs to appear as an innkeeper speaks volumes."

Although I'm young, I know that wherever there are people, there's a world of intrigue. No matter the organization, power struggles and backstabbing are inevitable, and I don't like that kind of thing!

Shopkeeper Zhang was taken aback, then gave a bitter smile, slowly took a few steps, looked into the distance, and said leisurely, "I was also born into a prestigious sect, but due to differences in ideals, I offended my fellow disciples, and later, after many twists and turns, I joined the Demon Extermination Bureau."

I thought I could slay demons and monsters and see the Buddha, but…”

Lu Chen said, "That's why I don't want to spend my time and energy on this, and I won't join the Demon Extermination Division!"

Manager Zhang's gaze was sharp as lightning, and he released a powerful aura as he slowly said, "Your idea is not unexpected, so I would like to ask you to come with me to see someone. What do you say?"

He knew he couldn't persuade Lu Chen, but he was truly amazed by Lu Chen's cultivation speed and wanted to give it his all.

Lu Chen shook his head and said, "No need. I won't join the Demon Extermination Division. This decision won't change until I become invincible. However, since you're being so kind to me, I have to reciprocate. We can temporarily establish a cooperative relationship!"

"Cooperation?" Manager Zhang asked with some doubt. "I'd like to hear the details!"

Lu Chen calmly said, "I can kill those you can kill, and I can also kill those you cannot kill or those that are inconvenient for you to kill."

As long as I'm not shortchanged in terms of compensation, I'd dare to challenge even the King of Heaven himself. You just need to do your best to clean up the mess.

But if you try anything funny, I'm willing to kill anyone. Of course, if I fail one day, everything will end with me and won't involve you.

This is my promise, Li Feiyu.

If Lu Chen wanted to become stronger through the system, he would have to constantly accept missions and kill people, but he had to find them himself, which was both time-consuming and laborious. He was too lazy to adapt to it, so he preferred to cooperate directly with the Demon Extermination Division, which would save him time and effort.

Manager Zhang fell silent again.

Because he had a gut feeling that this guy really dared to do it! So he said, "Young friend, I need to tell you that our Demon Extermination Division is a place that values ​​law and order. Even the head of the Demon Extermination Division, I hope you don't overestimate our strength. Sometimes, we are also unable to clean up the mess."

"I understand!" Lu Chen nodded slightly: "Rules are meant to restrain the weak, but even more so to serve the strong. You are not strong enough yet, which is why you need to talk about rules. I will definitely work hard to make the rules unable to bind me."

Manager Zhang's lips twitched upon hearing this. After a long silence, he slowly said, "Then let's go back to the city and settle in first."

Lu Chen nodded and said, "Okay!"

……

We returned to Liangzhou City and arrived at Willow Lane.

That place, filled with fireworks, was a place that had once caught Lu Chen's attention many times.

Lu Chen, Xiao Shi, and the Zhou siblings stood in front of a house. Xiao Shi raised her chin and said, "This property was purchased for you based on your interests. You can settle down here."

"Based on my interests?" Lu Chen's expression was somewhat strange as he looked at Xiao Shi and asked, "Why do you say that?"

Xiao Shi smiled slightly and said, "This is the place you've been dreaming of. Don't you like it?"

Lu Chen glanced at the girl, then smiled and said, "You've got me completely captivated. How much would it cost to buy you? Name your price!"

Xiao Shi clenched his fists, his anger evident on his face.

This shameless brat actually dares to covet me?

Who do you think you are?

Lu Chen laughed and said, "Haha, with your looks and abilities, you can rest assured that I am the man you are destined to never have." He then pushed open the door and walked into the courtyard.

Xiao Shi glared angrily and gritted her teeth, saying, "What are you so conceited about? How blind must I be to have fallen for you?"

Lu Chen rolled his eyes and said, "Little girl, whether you're blind or not isn't important, but I have an idea. Next time you need my help, I'll have your master send you to me as a concubine as payment. Do you think this deal is feasible?"

Xiao Shi spat and said, "No way, even if you did, you'd only get a corpse."

Lu Chen nodded and said, "Corpses are fine too, I'm not picky."

Lu Chen's shamelessness made Xiao Shi's cheeks puff out; she was utterly speechless.

Lu Chen thought it was quite fun to tease the hot girl. Although the courtyard was not big and only had a few rooms, it had white walls and blue tiles and looked clean and tidy. There was also a large magnolia tree in the courtyard with lush branches and leaves, which could provide shade when the weather was hot.

Lu Chen looked at Xiao Shi and smiled, "This place is quite nice. You specially chose it to win my favor!"

Xiao Shi angrily said, "Hey Li, I gave you a mirror in your room, you can take a look."

Lu Chen said, "As expected, you just wanted to win my favor. Too bad, you're too ugly." He pushed open a door and saw that although the room was not luxurious, it was fully furnished with tables and chairs. He sat down.

He beckoned to Xiao Shi and said, "Come and sit down."

"What are you doing?" Xiao Shi stood still with a cold face.

Lu Chen's eyes turned slightly cold as he snorted, "I don't like looking up at people. If you're so temperamental, go back and tell your master not to stand out here."

Lu Chen's suddenly icy gaze made Xiao Shi's heart pound. Although she was unwilling, she still sat down.

Lu Chen said, "I'm having some mental issues, it's been going on and on. Find me some books, I need to cultivate my mind."

Ideally, it would help me understand the world anew, reshape my values ​​and outlook on life, and also bring me a map so I won't get lost when I go out.

Xiao Shi frowned slightly and said, "Are you not thinking straight?"

Lu Chen said in a serious tone, "Yes, I practiced martial arts diligently for eighteen years, enduring the coldest days of winter and the hottest days of summer, before I achieved this little bit of success. In the end, I gained some things, but I also lost a lot. Sigh, let's not talk about these things. It's all tears. By the way, let's talk about your master."

Hearing Lu Chen's words, Xiao Shi felt a pang of sympathy for him. It seemed he had lost his mind. She pouted and said, "I can find you the book, but I won't tell you about my master's affairs."

Lu Chen stood up and chuckled, "I hope you remember what I said today. Next time, I'll make you my bed warmer, laundry maid, and cook for me. Don't scold me then!"

After saying that, he turned and left.

Xiao Shi, naturally furious, cursed, "Shameless! Unscrupulous!"

Lu Chen just smiled.

Because he felt that teasing the hot young woman was indeed quite fun.

It's much more fun than killing people.

Xiao Shi was very efficient; in just one hour, the books in front of Lu Chen were piled up like a mountain.

Lu Chen looked at the book in front of him and said coldly, "Xiao Shi, do you hate me?"

The poem says, "I know the answer, yet I ask."

Lu Chen laughed and said, "Then you'd better work hard. I'm a genius. In a few days, you won't even be able to see my parking light."

Then he went to his desk, picked up an ancient book, and began to read.

About an hour later, Lu Chen had a clearer understanding of the world.

This world also has the same sects as the previous life, such as Shaolin, Wudang, Qingcheng, Kongtong, Emei, Kunlun, Tianshan, etc., which are still the undisputed leaders in the martial arts world.

It's worth mentioning that almost all the demonic practitioners in this world were banished to the harsh and cold lands of the Western Regions and the Northeast. This was the result of the collaboration between the entire martial arts world, dynasties, and aristocratic families.