Inner Destroyer

　This was an everyday feeling that Qi Xing suddenly missed—even though he was not Japanese.

　"Sasa,"

　Thinking of this, Qi Xing asked,

　"Are there any other silver coins around here?"

　"I'm not your radar."

　Sasa picked up an apple from a roadside shop and ate it above Qi Xing's head. As he ate, the black halo on his head began to spin.

　"At least, this so-called 'Northeast' region certainly doesn't have it."

　"What about Hokkaido?"

　"That's not going to work. My sensitivity to silver coins gets weaker once I cross the sea."

　You are such a jerk...

　Qi Xing didn't know if this devil was telling the truth. But regardless, hearing her say there were no silver coins in the Northeast made Qi Xing feel a little relieved.

　Did he really miss? That was normal. After all, it was impossible for "silver coins" to hit Qi Xing's face one after another.

　In that case, let's do it

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　Just treat this trip as a chance to go out and relax.

　"Elaine, I want to go for a walk in this city."

　He said.

　"Okay. But tomorrow we're going to Shingo Village to arrange a meeting with the Shingo clan, so I need to make arrangements today."

　Elaine nodded.

　"How about you go for a walk on your own? Of course, please don't cause any trouble."

　Hey, that sounds like Qi Xing is really good at causing trouble. That's too much!

　"Wolf Lord, please be my bodyguard. Elaine, if anything happens, call me immediately."

　Just like that, after Qi Xing finished giving the instructions, he quickly strolled onto the street and stretched leisurely.

　Of course, he wouldn't be stupid enough to just wander around with his own face. After stretching, he took out the "illusion" silver coin, strengthened the illusion technique he already knew, and covered himself with a layer of illusion.

　Qi Xing's illusion skills were not very good to begin with and could basically only be used on mortals.

　He was a mortal martial immortal, skilled in thunder magic and forbidden magic. He also possessed some knowledge of magic related to living organisms. This was why he favored plant-based magical instruments like gourds and red beans, and he also enjoyed severing the testicles of evildoers to make elixirs.

　As for other Taoist magic, it wasn't Qi Xing's specialty; he could only manage to learn a little on his own. Any magician above the apprentice level could break his illusions.

　However, hey! The power of this "silver coin" is that even if Qi Xing's original level of illusion is only apprentice-level, using this "illusion" silver coin to strengthen it. Although it doesn't directly activate the power of the silver coin, it can immediately deceive even a master-level expert!

　In this way, unless one is a master with considerable skills, it is impossible to see through Qi Xing's identity.

　The most basic and lightest use of silver coins is to enhance the holder's existing skills. Mythic Archetype Power, on the other hand, is a powerful skill that requires intense use, and there's no need to use it indiscriminately.

　After all, if this stupid Creator God's stuff is abused, who knows what side effects will occur.

　As night deepened, Qi Xing strolled slowly along the quiet streets. Passing a stall selling roasted chestnuts, he bought a bag and ate them as he walked, adding a touch of warmth to the chilly night. A street performer was playing guitar and singing by the roadside, and Qi Xing went over to give him a 1,000 yen tip.

　Not far away, pedestrians on the street were whispering and talking at a leisurely pace, as if every corner was telling of comfort.

　If it weren't for the "illusion" silver coins, Qi Xing would never have been able to see these scenes - not only because his mind was full of "business" and he had no time to "rest", but also because after he became an immortal three years ago, the "strongest man on earth" would feel fear just by walking on the street. Ordinary people around him would feel his "aura" and it would be impossible for them to maintain their leisurely state.

　The city is not as bustling and noisy as international cities like Tokyo, but it is indeed more relaxing and easier to immerse yourself in the daily comfort.

　"The countryside in Japan is definitely different from Tokyo."

　While walking and eating chestnuts, Qi Xing said thoughtfully,

　"I've been to Japan several times, but only to Tokyo and Kyoto, where I was focused on killing those evil demons. The demonic city of Tokyo is simply a complex, weird, extremely ugly, and lust-ridden place."

　"Where people's hearts are most in turmoil, there will be more strength."

　The devil floating beside laughed,

　"Evil spirits are everywhere. Cities have their own evils, and the countryside has its own. How could they be the same? But the larger the city, the more it becomes a den of human desires, and the more likely it is for all kinds of forces to emerge from the human heart."

　"The bigger the city, the more anxious people become. They're pushed forward by the clock of society, and naturally, things get uglier and more lustful."

　"I understand your logic, but you are the designer of this universe." Qi Xing frowned. "You have a choice. Why did you design the principles of the universe like this?"

　"Because that's how the human heart should be."

　"I think it's just because you look down on humans."

　While bickering, Qi Xing handed Sasa a roasted chestnut. Sasa took it with a smile, peeled it and ate it.

　Although she looked down on humans, she would still eat anything made by humans that was offered to her.

　"I don't look down on humans. Quite the contrary. I hope that the humans I create can fully realize their potential. That's why I add more possibilities to this universe."

　"It's a shame they haven't fully realized their potential. In fact, they're incredibly easily satisfied. How do these cheerfully smiling students riding their bicycles live their daily lives? Qi Xing, you, a formidable figure who's protected the world from wind and rain for ten years, don't you understand? What have they done for you?"

　"In the supernatural world, in the otherworld where people know how dark and terrifying the world is, and where the law of the jungle prevails, people will indeed fear you because they know you have the power to rule."

　"But they don't know much about this seemingly everyday world. They live in the illusion of everyday life. Ordinary people would even be foolish enough to use videos to threaten magical girls. If they really knew you were the greatest hero in the world, they would just think you were their slave, and that it was natural for them to protect them. They would also be happy to criticize you and dictate your actions."

　"Because those mortals who don't strive for progress always fantasize about a powerful slave. Although far more powerful than themselves, they will always protect them and never ask them to pay a price."

　"You're going too far."

　Qi Xing of course listens to the devil's suggestion

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　You have to understand that the devil's ridicule and temptation are always sharp. But only a fool would directly believe the devil's point of view.

　"Don't Orientals often say, 'If jade isn't polished, it won't become anything useful'? You powerful ones are actually wasting your own energy to maintain the 'current' world order. But can you actually maintain it?"

　Sasa pouted.

　"Human hearts are like water, and desire is even more of a flood. Even the ancient sage kings who controlled floods knew that drainage is worse than blocking. You may build dams every day, fighting the evil spirits that overflowing waters have ignited, but you will ultimately not be able to prevent the day when the dam will burst."

　"You've strayed too far from the topic, devil. We were just chatting about how the countryside seemed more relaxing, so why did you try to seduce me at the first opportunity?"

　"I'm not off topic, silly boy. You've already collected two silver coins. If you gather thirty, you'll sit on the throne and become the man who will create a new world."

　The evil god narrowed her golden eyes, and finally revealed her true intentions.

　"What kind of new world do you plan to create then? Put all of humanity in a bottle for protection? Or delete the underlying code that allows humans to cultivate super powers?"

　"Why must the underlying code of the universe be set to use desire as a driving force? Can't I change the setting?"

　"It's not like you haven't read a lot of comic novels. Do you really think that getting power in a different way would be any better?"

　Samael scoffed.

　"Humanity on my side wants to gain power. At least it's much fairer and freer than in the upper universe! If you don't like desire, you can choose to abstain from sex and practice asceticism! Honestly, Qi Xing—isn't my world fairer and freer? What are you planning to switch to then? A world of spiritual root resources for cultivation? Or maybe just the Dragonless Heart Technique?"

　Qi Xing was speechless for a moment.

　Fortunately, at this moment, as the man and the demon were arguing and struggling, a sudden noisy sound suddenly came from a distance, abruptly breaking the tranquility in the air.

　The sound was a mixture of low curses that rose and fell.

　Qi Xing stopped and looked at Sasa, then turned his gaze and spiritual perception towards the source of the sound.

　In a dilapidated open space next to an abandoned warehouse, the moonlight slanted down, illuminating a group of people who were gathering, arguing, and confronting each other.

　The devil shrugged. Qi Xing thought about it, and out of curiosity, he walked over there, toward the sudden and discordant sound.

　He saw about fifty people gathered there, roughly half on each side, holding "weapons" like wooden swords and baseball bats, with earrings, long sleeves, stand-up collars, and crew cuts - they looked like typical delinquents from a comic book.

　It's been seven years since the Reiwa era, and there are still bad boys with crew cuts? Qi Xing was quite surprised.

　At first glance, he thought they were going to be a group fight. But after a closer look, Qi Xing realized something was wrong.

　"Stop whining and come on over here!"

　They don't want fifty people fighting each other.

　There were fifty of them, surrounding one man.

　A girl with golden hair, wearing a dark blue spring school uniform, with a chain with strange patterns on it tied around her waist. Her breasts were very plump.

　However, her long blond hair was clearly not natural. With Qi Xing's superhuman eyesight, he could clearly see that there were new black hairs growing out from the roots. However, it was clear that this girl had a very strong hair cuticle, so the blond hair she dyed looked almost the same as her natural hair.

　There were twenty-five men in front of her and twenty-five behind her. Even surrounded, the girl showed no fear, instead sporting a defiant sneer. Her dyed-blonde hair gleamed, and her blue eyes, rarely seen in Japanese, now radiated the menacing aura of a large carnivore.

　It is obvious that she is probably also a bad girl, perhaps even the leader of a group of bad girls.

　"A bad girl who claims to be very powerful is surrounded by a group of thugs... Oh, I can guess what will happen next."

　Sasa floated above Qi Xing's head, watching the show with great interest.

　"How about it, Qi Xing, are you going to be a hero and save the damsel in distress again?"

　"Shut up and watch for a moment."

　Anyway, it’s such a short distance that Qi Xing will have time to do whatever he wants.

　Fifty people surrounded one person, but he didn't sense any fear or tension from the girl. This was quite unusual even for a bad girl, and it piqued Qi Xing's interest. So he stopped and decided to wait and see what happened.

　"Second years are meddling in the third years' affairs? Don't you know how to respect your seniors?"

　The leading delinquent boy said to the girl. Although he tried hard to look fierce and ferocious, anyone could see that he was trembling.

　"That's not right, Senior."

　As the girl spoke, she took out a pair of motorcycle gloves from her pocket.

　"The third graders are here to extort protection money from the second graders. As the second grader's protector, how can I just turn a blind eye?"

　"S-Stop talking nonsense, you idiot!"

　"Senior, your legs are shaking?"

　After putting on gloves on both hands, the girl raised her fierce eyes and swept her gaze like a knife towards the leading bad boy.

　The third-year student, who had been trying to act tough until then, met the girl's gaze and felt as if he were being stared at by a wild animal. His breathing became disordered. The next second, the golf club in his hand fell to the ground with a clang. His legs gave way, and he collapsed, his face as pale as paper.

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　The girl walked closer and stretched out her hand, as if trying to lift him up.

　But then, a gust of wind blew from behind her. Someone, raising a baseball bat high, struck the back of her head with a desperate momentum—but before the bat could arc through the air and land, the girl raised her hand and, as if shooing away an annoying mosquito, swung her fist!

　"boom!"

　Her fist arrived first, hitting the attacker's face hard, causing his entire face to collapse. He flew backwards like a kite with a broken string, and was deeply embedded in the ruined wall next to him, shaking the wall so much that even dust fell to the ground!

　There was a sudden deathly silence all around.

　Her movements lacked any flashy martial arts techniques, nor even a hint of fighting spirit. It was as if she were merely displaying her unparalleled physical strength. And this brutal "display" alone was enough to completely destroy the psychological defenses of the group of delinquents before her.

　She looked down at the leader who was still slumped on the ground and said in a resolute voice, "Give the money back, Senior."

　The boy trembled violently and nodded repeatedly.

　But the girl was too lazy to even look at him again.

　Facing forty-nine enemies, she lost interest in even threatening them. She simply took a deep breath and roared out like thunder.

　"Now, get out of here!!!!!"

　Just this one sound.

　The twenty-five people standing in front of her suddenly fell back, like grass swept by a strong wind, and fled in fear, tumbling and crawling. They didn't care about the pain when they fell, and crawled as far as they could. As for the twenty-four people behind her, they had already disappeared without a trace when she threw the first punch.

　The girl was the only one left standing in the clearing. She moved her wrists slightly and twisted her neck nonchalantly, as if even warming up wasn't enough for her.

　This girl is really interesting.

　For a moment, even Qi Xing couldn't help but laugh.

　The bad boy who was punched into the wall by the girl was now motionless and had fainted, with a look of residual fear on his face.

　——However, just as the girl was about to leave and Qi Xing was thinking about how to approach her, an indescribable strange aura suddenly burst out from the chest of the unconscious bad boy!