Chapter 1, The Mermaid

Qu Xiaoxing curled his lips, but when it came to his superiors, he ultimately had no way to impose his will

Ji Yunhe nodded slightly and casually asked, "Is that monster still behaving itself?"

At the same time, the heavy echo in the box startled the horse pulling the cart. The horse neighed and kicked, wanting to run. The horseman immediately pulled the reins to stop the horse, and after a while of struggling, finally calmed the frightened horse.

Over the years, she has been trying to find ways to gradually arrange and plan, so that she can safely extricate herself from this Valley of Demon Tamers. However, it now seems that she no longer has the luxury of time to take things slowly.

The carriage has been taken away, and Ji Yunhe glanced at the eunuch: "I do not understand the symbols, I can only stick them, not peel them off. You should go back and find the Grand Master yourself."

Ji Yunhe, upon hearing his exclamation, slightly squinted her eyes and glanced at him sideways: "What? From what you just said, do you think I won't be able to protect you today?"

Lin Canglan suddenly fixed his gaze on Ji Yunhe: "Yunhe?"

Ji Yunhe did not know what the merman was thinking, but she strangely felt that her current situation was remarkably similar to that of the monster before her

As the sound of the wind faded, several steps away, a relatively weak demon tamer could not withstand the impact of the demonic power, some were sent flying and coughed up blood, while others died on the spot. The dungeon was instantly in disarray.

The dungeon where the merman is imprisoned is filled with numerous mechanisms, and this is the only one in the entire Demon Taming Valley. In the past, there were rarely any qualified demons held here, and few people came by. Therefore, whenever Ji Yunhe felt troubled, she often liked to stroll around this area, and sometimes she would even go into the dungeon to stay for a while

Ji Yunhe stood in place, watching his receding figure, and could only let out a bitter smile

She has had enough

Qu Xiaoxing

Ji Yunhe and Lin Haoqing listened quietly

The merman remained silent, as if he had not heard Ji Yunhe's words at all

With the nourishment of clear water, the fluttering fish scales gradually became smooth, quickly healing themselves piece by piece. The uninjured areas soon obediently adhered down, shining with the same dazzling luster as when first seen.

This is the merman that our master has gone to great lengths to acquire. You have three months to train this creature properly. Do not let us come back to pick it up and find it still packed in large boxes covered in talismans, as that would be troublesome to transport and quite bothersome to look at

Ji Yunhe listened to their conversation and leisurely walked over to the side of the carriage

She lay on the ground and looked up, only to see that the demon-locking box in the prison was shattered into pieces, scattered on the floor. The merman's hands were bound and suspended by iron chains, his body completely naked, with a massive fish tail for his lower half. However, unlike ordinary mermen, his fish tail was blue and white, layered and overlapping, resembling a giant lotus flower. ... What was even more astonishing was the face of this merman ...

Meanwhile, from the direction the arrow was shot, a deep voice of a man could be heard scolding: "What are you all lying around for! Get up and form ranks!"

Leaving the dungeon, Ji Yunhe looked up at the bright moon in the sky, her nose catching the fragrance of flowers that bloomed year-round in the valley. She took a deep breath; although she did not particularly like the Southern Demon Taming Valley, Ji Yunhe had to admit that she was fond of the South, with its gentle warmth, the ever-blooming flowers, and the always free and easy warm breeze

Ji Yunhe also returned the courtesy: "Elder brother, you are too polite." However, after the pleasantries, the two had nothing more to say to each other

Arriving beside Ji Yunhe, Qu Xiaoxing sighed and expressed some reproach: "Left Protector, how many times have I told you, although those who bring the monsters are all servants of high-ranking officials and nobles, they still have a say in the ears of these nobles. You cannot offend them casually... This time, it is even a eunuch from beside Princess Shunde, and he might turn around to say a few disparaging words about you to the princess..."

Reflecting on this matter, Ji Yunhe sighed, "Taming this merman, this is a task I cannot undertake." As she hurried back to her own courtyard, Ji Yunhe instructed Qu Xiaoxing, "This is a hot potato, pass it on to someone else."

The mermaid was locked inside, and tonight there were quite a few guards outside the dungeon. Upon seeing Ji Yunhe arrive, everyone simply performed a brief salute and called out, "Protector."

Qu Xiaoxing then trembled as he raised his head: "Is it... is it all right now?" He leaned over to look to the side and, upon seeing the person who had come to the dungeon from the right, seemed to breathe a sigh of relief, "Oh, the young valley master has arrived..."

"Jinsang." Ji Yunhe bent down, her lips gently touching the heart of a flower by the roadside, "It should be coming back."

Lin Canglan nodded with apparent satisfaction and then spoke in a hushed voice: "My Yuyao Valley has gathered many talented and extraordinary individuals, and thanks to the grace of Emperor Gaozu, we have been allowed to live peacefully in this southwestern corner. Now, Princess Shunde has sent a fierce demon, seeking our assistance in its taming. This is a favor from the Emperor, and the task is of great importance; we must not allow any mistakes."

The merman mechanically shook his entire body, gritting his teeth as fresh blood flowed from the wounds all over him

Ji Yunhe had never thought about wanting him to respond. As soon as she withdrew her hand and clenched her fist, the spring water instantly vanished. She looked at the merman and said, "You want to leave, right?"

Her final battle with Lin Canglan is about to commence

We know that this task was entrusted by the Princess of Shunde. The Demon Taming Valley will undoubtedly spare no effort in taming this monster, and when we return, we will certainly bring honor to you, Master Zhang.

The competition that Lin Canglan has arranged for her starting tomorrow is unavoidable; therefore, she shall participate.

The hook was securely fastened to the iron link, and the demon tamer inserted the key into the keyhole of the demon-sealing box. Just as a "click" sound was heard, a series of "thud thud thud" sounds of knocking and trembling immediately emanated from within the box

She knew that the old man had no intention of passing the position of the valley master to her, yet now he had organized such an open and fair competition, requiring her to give it her all. If she were to lose, it would mean Lin Haoqing would ascend to power, and she would undoubtedly be abandoned by the Beast Taming Valley, along with Qu Xiaoxing and all those who had supported her over the years, none of whom would come to a good end.

What Ji Yunhe is currently facing, how is it different from him

Ji Yunhe caught the pill, and out of the corner of her eye, she saw the woman in white and red garments disappear just as she had come, like a ghostly apparition. She pinched the pill between her fingers, her lips pressed tightly together.

The hook on top of the box actually extends from inside the box. The monster within is bound by a chain of mysterious iron, and this exposed hook is the end of the chain. Once the hook connects with the chain in the prison, the iron chain that binds the monster immediately integrates with the other mysterious iron in the prison. The sealing power from the other mysterious iron will then transfer to the iron chain inside the box, enhancing the sealing power of the mysterious iron chain. This measure is taken to prevent the monster from seeing the light of day when the box is opened, which could lead to it struggling in excitement and injuring the beast master.

The Shunde princess must have put in a great deal of effort this time. As Ji Yunhe was thinking this, she suddenly saw the merman raise his long tail again, sweeping it in a wide arc that threatened to strike down all in its path. This time, everyone was exposed to his attack. Even Ji Yunhe, lying on the ground, could not evade it; she could only form seals with her hands, channel her energy as a shield, and block it in front of her.

The vermilion ink yellow talisman, the thunderous and fierce spell, closing off the five senses, sealing the power of demons, is the work of the great national teacher. Ji Yunhe interrupted Qu Xiaoxing's words, played with the talisman in his hand, then his eyes turned sharply and swept towards the eunuch standing on the side. With a flick of her finger, the vermilion ink yellow talisman shot out like an arrow and instantly fixed itself at the eunuch's throat.

The moment their gazes met, Ji Yunhe felt a shiver run through her entire body, realizing that if she did not employ her true skills today, she would likely be unable to subdue this demon

If the Valley of Taming Demons cannot tame him, he may be sent to the Taming Demon Platform in the north, the Taming Demon Island in the east, or the Taming Demon Mountain in the west... These are the only four places left in the world under the control of the court, where people are allowed to possess the ability to tame demons.

Upon hearing this, Qu Xiaoxing was taken aback and said, "But, as the Left Protector, this mermaid was sent by the Shunde Princess... If you can tame this mermaid, the Shunde Princess will undoubtedly promote you. You know..." Qu Xiaoxing looked around and whispered in Ji Yunhe's ear, "You should know that what the royal family says carries great weight in our Valley of Taming Monsters. If the Shunde Princess helps you, the position of Valley Master..."

I sympathize with him, probably because I sympathize with myself in a similar situation.

Yunhe. Lin Haoqing's expression carried a hint of politeness and detachment, "In the future, I hope for your guidance during this period of time."

While pondering the matter, he unconsciously walked to the outside of the dungeon where the merman was imprisoned.

In her hands, the spells never ceased. Clear spring water continuously gushed out from the palm of her hand, as if carrying a hint of her body temperature, covering the mermaid's fish tail.

Ji Yunhe once had hope for Lin Canglan, but now she doesn't anymore. She even doubts if the antidote exists. But it doesn't matter. Even if there is no antidote, as long as she has the prescription for the monthly medicine that suppresses toxicity, she can leave the Valley of Taming Monsters. Moreover... She doesn't need the prescription. She only needs a sufficient amount of medicine that suppresses toxicity. She can let someone research and formulate the prescription. Even if she can only get some medicine that suppresses toxicity, she will still leave the Valley of Taming Monsters.

Lin Haoqing smiled as he gently patted her head, then removed the grass and twigs from her hair, placing a flower by her ear, and jokingly said, "A flower looks best on my little sister's head"

In the dungeon, golden light erupted in all directions, as all the mysterious iron stones emitted a radiant glow, illuminating the entire dungeon in splendor

Ji Yunhe and Lin Haoqing almost simultaneously spoke a sentence, both of them knelt on the ground and made a bow.

"Just take it as it is." Ji Yunhe arrived at her courtyard and turned to close the gate, wanting to drive the person away. "In any case, I do not wish to take on this task. If Lin Haoqing or anyone else wants to take it, let them do so. I do not want to wade through this murky water."

However, Ji Yunhe remained silent

The open and covert struggles between the two factions have transformed the relationship between Ji Yunhe and Lin Haoqing from the sibling affection of their childhood into an irreconcilable conflict.

As Ji Yunhe turned the corner of the passage, he happened to catch a glimpse of Lin Haoying, the young master of Shaogu, who was discussing matters with someone while watching her leave.

The child obeys. Lin Haoqing replied with a fist salute.

Qu Xiaoxing was taken aback upon hearing this. "Huh..." He blinked his eyes, "Guardian... are you worried that you won't be able to tame this merman?"

The assistant of Ji Yunhe, who is responsible for dealing with this arrogant eunuch, is Qu Xiaoxing. Qu Xiaoxing is still a young man, but he speaks like he's coated in oil. He smiles and responds to the eunuch, "Master, rest assured, in the past few decades at the Demon Taming Valley, we have tamed many monsters. No matter what kind of creature is in this iron box, once it arrives here, it will definitely behave obediently when it's time to leave with you. It absolutely won't cause any trouble."

There is no one inside, it is a rare place that allows her to feel a sense of safety

The merfolk have always been known for their stunning beauty, but Ji Yunhe never imagined that he would possess such a face, breathtakingly beautiful, to the point that he momentarily forgot to breathe

When Ji Yunhe received the "goods" from the haughty eunuch, it was the most beautiful March day in the world

Well, do not be careless, be more cautious, for this merman is not ordinary

Ji Yunhe took the antidote this month, allowing the bitter taste to spread in her mouth. The bitterness helps her stay awake and enables her to think clearly about the predicament she faces

Yet he endures such pain in silence... Perhaps he no longer has the strength to cry out in pain

Ji Yunhe did not stop her footsteps, treating him as if she had not seen him, and exited the dungeon

She just doesn't want the position of this valley master.

She always likes to randomly pick a bunch of flowers and ask him, "Brother Haoqing, do these flowers look good?"

... ...

I also want to leave. She said these words softly, her voice as low as a whisper. "Listen well, it will probably be easier this way."

Without having the key to control the demon beasts taken out, suddenly, the demon-locking box covered in talismans was shattered from the inside into pieces. Along with the splashing fragments, there was also dust that was hit out by the fragments, and a huge mermaid tail was thrown out.

Lin Canglan nodded: "Good child, you have devoted yourself to the Demon Taming Valley for me." His hands, as old and withered as dry wood, reached out and grasped Ji Yunhe's hand, patting it, "You have worked hard."

Lin Canglan had told her long ago that the poison in her body had an antidote. She did not need to take one pill a month; as long as she diligently served him, in the end, he would give her the final antidote.

She had never seen a male merman, but she had a general understanding of the range of a merman's supernatural powers. The one captured now possessed strength that far exceeded her knowledge of the powers of supernatural beings.

Four pairs of eyes meet, each carrying their own thoughts

May the father live a long life

Ji Yunhe held onto the head of Qu Xiaoxing beside her, pressing him down to the ground, narrowly avoiding the lethal aura emitted by the mermaid's tail fan.

Having said that, she looked up and smiled at the merman, disregarding him, and turned around, walking out leisurely just as she had come in

"Don't move." Ji Yunhe spoke, her voice slightly deeper than that of an ordinary woman, echoing in the dungeon as if it carried a hint of tenderness. "I didn't mean to harm you."

Continuing to look further, his tail fin was no longer as smooth as when it was first seen in daylight, due to a lack of water, compounded by the torment of thunder during the day. Some scales had lifted, and the skin was torn, giving it a somewhat frightening appearance

When Ji Yunhe turned his head and took a look, he felt a sudden shock in his heart.

Ji Yunhe walked up in an orderly manner and stood to the right of Lin Canglan. He bowed and replied in a low voice, "Recently, I tamed a few small demons and sent them away. These days, I am busy teaching my subordinates some skills of taming demons."

Lin Canglan smiled and waved his hand: "I am well aware of this body. It is also time to determine the position of the future valley master."

After chattering for a long time, Ji Yunhe clapped his hands and said, "Finally quiet."

Qu Xiaoxing hurriedly smiled apologetically at the eunuch, explaining: "That is our demon tamer, with quite a temper. However, when it comes to demon taming skills, she is one of the most formidable experts in our Demon Taming Valley. Please do not be angry, Your Excellency... Alas, I am also helpless with this talisman. My magical powers are limited and cannot compare to hers. You have suffered, and I am afraid you really need to go back and seek the help of the Grand Master..."

Qu Xiaoxing nodded and agreed.

She only wants to rely on her own will, to look at the moon she wants to see, the flowers she wants to appreciate, and the myriad worlds she wants to explore, without any control or manipulation.

As the long wind rises, it stirs the petals, causing the flowers to tremble lightly, yet it is unknown to where the words that Ji Yunhe just spoke have been carried off.

Ji Yunhe's art of controlling demons is unparalleled in the Demon Valley. If we were to differentiate based on true strength, there is no doubt that Ji Yunhe would surpass Lin Haoying. Furthermore, due to the ambiguous attitude of the old Valley Master, Ji Yunhe has become one of the candidates for the next Valley Master in the eyes of others. For a long time, the Demon Valley has been divided into two factions. Those who value strength highly advocate for Ji Yunhe to become the next Valley Master, while those who value tradition vow to protect Lin Haoying's position.

The valley outside the Demon Taming Valley is filled with blooming mountain flowers, emitting a delightful fragrance. However, the eunuch in front, incessantly nagging with a hoarse voice, is causing Ji Yunhe to feel annoyed.

Only to see that Zhang Gonggong's eyes bulged, his mouth opened in anger, but no sound came out. Zhang Gonggong was immediately shocked and reached out to grab the talisman on his neck. However, when his fingers were bounced back, his eyes showed seven points of fear, staring at Ji Yunhe in horror, pointing at him but unable to make a sound.

As Ji Yunhe spoke, the guards exchanged glances and retreated. Only then did several men invite the coachman down from the carriage and drive towards the Demon Taming Valley.

She calls him elder brother because she has truly regarded him as such in the past, and even now she still does so

On the surface, Ji Yunhe remained calm, but deep down, she couldn't help but sigh. It seems that avoiding the matter of taming the merfolk may not be something she can escape from...

With a turn of her hand, a clear spring emerged in her palm. With a casual wave, the spring floated away, carrying the mermaid's fish tail.

Lin Haoyu's eyes slightly turned, and swept across Ji Yunhe's face.

He remained silent

As the courtyard door opened, Ji Yunhe appeared somewhat troubled as she scratched her head and asked, "What matter does the valley master seek me for?"

She is worried. She has truly tamed this merman and won the favor of Princess Shunde. Princess Shunde must have said something to her. From then on, she is afraid that she cannot even hold on to her current peace.

Ji Yunhe lowered her head. She knew better than anyone else that it was not Lin Haoqing's fault that things had turned out this way between them.

Yet, amidst the fear, one is also captivated by the beauty of the mermaid

Both front and back are dead ends

Ji Yunhe glanced at him and said, "Qu Xiaoxing, we need to please their master, not them. And the way to please their master is to tame the monsters, without doing much else."

It is not Lin Haoying who is her opponent, but the aged and sinister Valley Master, Lin Canglan, who has been sitting in the Lifen Hall.

"Tick-tock", the sound of dripping blood was very clear in the dungeon. Ji Yunhe looked down and glanced over the sturdy chest and clearly defined abs of the merman. She raised an eyebrow and sighed in her heart, "This merman looks very powerful."

She's had enough of this unfree life.

Blame, if any, can only be placed on her...

"Hmm, I'm working hard but not getting any appreciation," Ji Yunhe replied casually.

Mr. Zhang turned his head. "Oh, be careful! This monster is quite powerful!" he said, taking a few steps back. "Who are you? If you don't understand, don't act recklessly! Quickly put the talisman back. Be careful, or you'll be punished later!"

Kaka... Yunhe is here. Lin Canglan coughed twice, waved his hand, and called Ji Yunhe forward, "What have you been busy with recently, Yunhe?"

This is the Valley of Taming Demons, but it is not something she can leave just because she wants to.

Merfolk are often feminine, with male merfolk being extremely rare. Even if they do exist, they are difficult to tame due to their powerful demonic energy and are rarely captured and brought to the Demon Taming Valley.

Looking around, she is no different from the demon in this prison.

She gave a signal to the strong men standing behind her, and they stepped forward to pull the carriage, while the guards protecting the carriage nervously placed their hands on the hilts of their swords.

The eunuch who brought this mermaid provided no information about her - where she came from, what her name is, her physical condition, or the level of her magical powers. Naturally, he also did not inform the people of the Valley of Taming Demons whether or not she can speak.

You make a valid point, sigh... It's also unfortunate that the current society is so unfavorable to our demon-taming clan. I heard that fifty years ago, when the Grand Master hadn't developed the poison specifically targeting our clan, we were mighty and could control the wind and rain, commanding demons. Who could have imagined that in just fifty years, we would have fallen to the current state where even a eunuch from the court can boss us around.

Qu Xiaoxing is such a clever young man. He immediately smiled and said to Ji Yunhe, "Left Guardian, wherever you are, with your great ability, you can certainly protect me. I feel that with the arrival of Shao Guzhu, with him backing you up, you will have an easier time. I will always stand by your side, so rest assured."

However, no one else knew that Ji Yunhe herself had no desire to become the leader of this laborious valley. Her greatest wish in life was to earn some money, leave the Demon Taming Valley, and live a life of idleness in the water towns of Jiangnan.

Actually, it's not accidental.

The Valley Lord of the Demon Taming Valley, Lin Canglan, is already of advanced age. However, when it comes to the position of the successor, the attitude of the old Valley Lord has always been ambiguous.

Let's go.With a call from Ji Yunhe, Qu Xiaoxing took a step and headed out from the left passage.

Ji Yunhe called out ahead. Qu Xiaoxing quickly responded with a sound, without speaking to the eunuch again. He just looked apologetically at Zhang Gonggong, who was anxious and had a pig liver-colored face, and then turned around to catch up with Ji Yunhe.

Lin Haoqing, Lin Canglan, the former is wary and suspicious of her, wanting to get rid of her before feeling relieved, while the latter uses her to the extreme, wishing to drain every drop of her blood. If she were to secretly escape from the Demon Taming Valley, not only would the poison in her body erupt, but in this vast world, the imperial power would view her as a traitor among the Demon Tamers, and the four major Demon Taming territories would no longer accept her.

Ji Yunhe stood outside the dungeon, just as he was about to shout "Be careful," he felt a gust of demonic wind rising from the dungeon. A gigantic blue and white mermaid tail swept through the dungeon. The demon tamer who was opening the box in the dungeon let out a scream of horror, and blood splattered on the spot.

His lips were slightly cold and drooping, exuding an aura of self-imposed authority and innate nobility. His gaze was intimidating, accompanied by a guarded, murderous, and extremely indifferent aloofness, as if there were ice blades piercing through one's heart.

In the dungeon of the Demon Valley, densely inscribed incantations seal the power of the monsters above the dark iron cage.

After Ji Yunhe finished speaking, Qu Xiaoxing also sighed.

Ji Yunhe turned his head and looked around, moving his hand away from the hilt of the sword. "Qu Xiaoxing," she called out to her trembling assistant on the ground, "Get up, we have nothing to do here, let's go."

Gu Master. Ji Yunhe bowed, and the old Gu Master Lin Canglan was already in his seventies, with wrinkles all over his face. However, the eyes between those wrinkles were still as sharp as an eagle's and intimidating.

Ji Yunhe was not forced back by his gaze. She took another step closer, almost scrutinizing him against the bars of the prison seal.

Yes, Ke Gu is looking for you.

It was in the instant when this talisman was removed, a dull thud was heard, and a heavy echo emanated from the mysterious iron box, accompanied by the clinking sound of iron chains.

The old man has prepared some kind of plan to deal with her behind her back. Moreover, even if there is no plan, just cutting off the medicine she must take every month is enough to make her suffer.

As a subordinate, I should devote myself wholeheartedly to the Yuyao Valley. Ji Yunhe nodded and bowed in salute.

Every place is unfriendly to monsters.

The flower valley outside the Lifeng Hall is full of blooming flowers all year round. When the spring breeze blows, the petals and fragrance intertwine in the valley, creating a delightful scene. Ji Yunhe looked at Lin Haoqing, his mouth twitched, and finally, just as she was about to speak, Lin Haoqing turned around and avoided her gaze, leaving coldly.

One is a plaything under power, the other is a chess piece in the big picture.

Ji Yunhe shook the lamp, without even looking at the woman, and asked, "Tell me, what does Lin Canglan want me to achieve by directly letting me fight Lin Haoqing this time?"

Starting from this mermaid.

The main hall of the Valley of Taming Demons is named Lifen Hall. When Ji Yunhe arrived at the entrance of the hall, she saw Lin Haoqing standing quietly beside the old valley master with lowered eyes, and she felt that today's visit was not a good sign.

Staying in the Demon Valley is distressing, and leaving will not lead to any good outcome.

Alas, fate always seems to be against her...

When Ji Yunhe returned to Qiyun Court, it was already dark. She sat inside the room, lit a lamp, and watched the bean-sized candle flame flicker. When she counted to the fifth flicker, a sudden demonic energy flashed in the air, and a black-haired woman dressed in white and red suddenly appeared in the room.

I don't know.

After saying this, the courtyard door closed, and Qu Xiaoxing was left with a dusty nose. He could only hear someone inside lazily saying, "During this period, just say that I am in seclusion and not doing anything."

Ji Yunhe turned his head and saw that under the warm spring sun, the valley was in full bloom with hundreds of flowers. In this moment, it was as if time had reversed in Ji Yunhe's mind.

And the mermaid, besides trembling in pain, had no more strength to resist.

Not to mention, Lin Canglan never regarded her as his adopted daughter. She was just a pawn under the old man's control, helping him with all the shady and disgraceful deeds that couldn't bear the light of day...

Ji Yunhe's eyes sharpened, "This monster is quite formidable." ... Despite posting so many talismans, she only peeled off one, and the monster immediately sensed it ....

In the eyes of the merman, there is an inherent coldness, as he gazes at her, seemingly devoid of any emotional fluctuations.

Ji Yunhe had no choice but to obey and go.

Ji Yunhe rebuked him. As soon as he finished speaking, the two of them arrived at the entrance of the Yuyao Valley. The gate was wide open, and a mist filled the valley. Ji Yunhe changed the subject, saying, "The origin of the mermaid we received today is probably not small. Let's go to the dungeon and open the box."

You are all my children, all very outstanding. I find it difficult to choose, but now, take this opportunity to compete and determine who is superior. Lin Canglan took out a letter from his arms, the paper was exquisite and faintly scented. "Princess Shunde wrote to me the other day, she ordered us to tame this monster. Princess Shunde has three wishes: first, for the monster to speak human language; second, for the monster to transform its tail into legs; third, for its heart to never rebel. Whoever achieves these three points first will become the next valley master."

Ji Yunhe walked to the outside of the prison cell, looked up through the thick and heavily inscribed talisman-covered fence, and gazed inside. The merman, with his hands suspended, was covered in wounds. His rib bones were pierced by mysterious iron, and an iron chain wrapped around his beautifully blue and white mixed fish tail, imprisoning all his movements.

Qu Xiaoxing quickly smiled and said, "That's our..."

Ji Yunhe nodded: "I'll go take a look."

However, Jiyunhe couldn't say this to Qu Xiaoxing. She could only put on a cold face, glanced at Qu Xiaoxing, and said, "What if it can't be tamed?"

This Demon Lock Box was originally developed by the Demon Taming Valley, making it convenient for high-ranking officials to lock up untamed monsters they have captured and transport them to the Demon Taming Valley.

She seemed to see herself many years ago, when she was still an ignorant girl, frolicking among the flowers, while Lin Haoqing, a few years older than her, stood quietly in the distance, with a gentle gaze and a shy smile.

After careful consideration, I have decided to entrust the handling of these creatures to the two of you. Only then can we put our minds at ease. Lin Canglan coughed twice and said, "Coincidentally, I have been feeling unwell lately and I am well aware that my time is near..."

This is actually a --.

The guard nodded: "During the day, General Bai Shao Valley gave him a good beating, so he didn't have the energy to toss and turn at night."

Everyone in the Valley of Taming Demons, including Lin Haoqing, believes that Lin Canglan dotes on Ji Yunhe very much. The old valley master appointed her as the protector and treats her almost the same as Lin Haoqing. There is even a faint hint of replacing Lin Haoqing with her.

Ji Yunhe smiled and said, "Will I give it my all? If I really manage to tame the merfolk, will Lin Canglan dare to give me the position of Valley Master?"

At the end of the long arrow, there is also a mysterious iron chain. When the long arrow pierces through the mermaid's tail, the mysterious iron chain is controlled by magic, swiftly entwining like vines and tightly locking the mermaid's tail.

Male merman.

The mermaid's tail was lifted slightly, just as she was about to attack, a golden arrow suddenly shot out from another entrance on the right side of the dungeon. The arrow pierced through the gap in the black stone and profound iron cage, with a "thud," it directly penetrated the mermaid's tail and firmly nailed into the wall behind the cage!

Leaving Lifen Hall, Ji Yunhe walked absentmindedly until the moment when she was about to part ways with Lin Haoqing. Lin Haoqing called out her name, and only then did she suddenly come to her senses and look up at Lin Haoqing.

Merfolk are often feminine, with male merfolk being extremely rare.

Should we teach him to speak or let him speak on his own, given that he is capable of speaking fluently?

A woman's expression is cool: "Give it your all."

Ji Yunhe only felt a gust of "whoosh" wind crashing and rubbing against her energy shield, producing a loud noise. Qu Xiaoxing, who was lying on the ground covering her ears, exclaimed in shock repeatedly.

Ji Yunhe took a step forward, just this step, as if stepping into the mermaid's restricted area. The curvature of her enchanting eyes moved, her eyelashes trembled lightly, her eyelids opened, and the icy blue eyes turned with radiance, falling on Ji Yunhe's body. In her pupils, the darkness and flames of the dungeon were reflected, along with her figure dressed in plain clothes.

Behind the carriage, there was a box that was half a person tall, painted entirely in black and made of mysterious iron. It was covered in layers of talismans. Ji Yunhe reached out and flicked one of the talismans. Upon seeing the incantation on the talisman, Ji Yunhe raised an eyebrow and casually removed one of them.

Okay, you speak as if you were born fifty years ago.

Ji Yunhe looked up at him and - Picture - Book, feeling the hidden murderous intent in Lin Canglan's gentle gaze, Ji Yunhe's heart sank, but he suppressed all emotions and replied, "Yes, Yunhe will comply."

The owner of the valley has their own arrangements, you don't need to ask. The woman only replied with this sentence, lifted her hand, and threw a pill in front of Ji Yunhe. "You only need to know that if he finds out that you haven't given your all, you won't get the antidote after a month."

After entering the dungeon, there was a dead silence inside. The huge iron bars were covered with talismans. The bloody traces of the day had been washed away. The moonlight shining down from the top of the dungeon made it look cold and desolate.

After all, I have never seen a monster that can still harm people with demonic power through the sealed black stone mysterious iron.

She wants to enter, and the guard naturally won't stop her. Ji Yunhe slowly descended into the dungeon, not deliberately concealing her footsteps. She knew that for a monster with such power, no matter how she concealed her tracks, she would still be detected.

And the mermaid with a huge tail was left hanging alone in the dungeon. Her long fish tail hung down, dragging on the ground, while her fish scales shimmered in the moonlight that leaked in, faintly revealing her stunning appearance from the past.

Dilemma.

After speaking, she brushed her sleeve and turned to enter the valley.

However, only Ji Yunhe knew that the old and cunning old man would never hand over the position of the master of the Southern Demon Valley to an "outsider," even if she was his adopted daughter.

So you'd better go back and remove the talisman for them. If they have to go back silently, who knows how much resentment they will hold.

Excessively beautiful.

The mysterious iron box was delivered to the largest prison cell. On top of the box, there is a mysterious iron hook. The demon tamers connected the hook on the iron box to the chains hanging from the ceiling. In an instant, the enchantments on the iron prison walls lit up.

There are always some people or things in this world, flourishing at the right time with astonishing vitality, and languishing with breathtaking moments of decline.

Ji Yunhe is skilled at taming monsters, but in fact, he doesn't like to use violence.

His whole body was covered in blood, as if he had soaked iron chains, dripping down incessantly. Under the hazy moonlight, his face was as pale as paper. Even though Ji Yunhe had been in the Valley of Taming Demons for many years and had seen so many bloody scenes, he couldn't help but feel a chill at this moment.

Ji Yunhe approached slowly, only to see the merman hanging his head, his waist-length silver hair covering half of his face. Nevertheless, Ji Yunhe couldn't help but feel that this merman was incredibly beautiful.

However, in the evening, Qu Xiaoxing had to come to the front gate of Ji Yunhe's courtyard again and knocked on the door, saying "Protector."

Upon these words being spoken, the entire Li Feng Tang fell into silence.

The owner of the valley is Hongfu.

After a long time, the voice of Ji Yunhe came from inside: "Didn't I say I was in seclusion?"

And now, the warm smiling brother in her memory, only leaves behind a figure without much emotion...

There was a mournful cry all around. Ji Yunhe looked at the mermaid in the cell, squinting slightly. With a slight movement of her hand, she grasped the hilt of the sword at her waist. In fact, among the demon tamers present today, except for Qu Xiaoxing, she didn't want to save anyone else. It's just that if she allowed this mermaid to continue to act recklessly, both she and Qu Xiaoxing would suffer.

When it comes to the relationship between Ji Yunhe and Lin Haoying, it can hardly be described as just "awkward".

The merman resisted subconsciously, moved his body slightly, and with this slight movement, the black iron on his body made a "clattering" sound. Almost instantly, the black iron covered with the spell immediately emitted lightning, with a "crackling" sound, it penetrated his flesh and pierced his bone marrow.

And if she wins, it will be even worse.

Qu Xiaoxing is the most adept at dealing with these people. His speech is pleasant to listen to, and Zhang Gonggong also showed a hint of satisfaction.

Ji Yunhe pulled at the collar of his clothes. His body, which had just taken medicine, was already somewhat hot and dry. Thinking about his current situation, he felt even more restless. Feeling stifled in the room for a moment, he stepped out of the room and strolled through the Yuyao Valley, following the coolness of the spring night.

The carriage has been received by our Valley of Taming Monsters, and the monsters in the box will come to retrieve it in three months. We guarantee that the monsters will behave well, and you must ensure their safety on the round trip. Isn't this what you should do? Now that the monsters have arrived at the Valley of Taming Monsters, it is our turn to take over. Are you not going to let us tame them? Ji Yunhe stared at the guards. "Are you following the orders of Princess Shunde, or are you here to help this eunuch vent his anger?"

But as soon as she made a move, the merman in the cell immediately shifted his gaze and locked onto Ji Yunhe. Their eyes met, and Ji Yunhe saw a strange icy blue color in the merman's eyes, like a frozen sea, chilling to the bone. The aura of cold and killing made one's heart tremble.

Only heard a muffled groan from the merman, cold sweat seeping from his forehead, as if in extreme pain. However, his eyes showed no sign of weakness. He struggled desperately, his fish tail chained up. As he struggled, his wound tore open, and blood gushed out like a waterfall.

Ji Yun withdrew his gaze and glanced at the mermaid in the cell. At this moment, the mechanism in the cell had been opened, and two iron hooks shot out from the back wall, piercing through his spine. Accompanied by occasional lightning strikes from the hooks, the mermaid was unable to use his demonic power in pain. His painful groans were suppressed by the chanting of the scripture formation by the demon tamers outside.

Lin Haoying, the son of Lin Canglan, is known as the Young Valley Master by everyone. However, until now, Lin Canglan has never publicly stated that he intends to pass on the position of Valley Master to Lin Haoying. Instead, he has shown great favor towards his adopted daughter Ji Yunhe, even specially appointing her as the Left Protector.

Ji Yunhe looked up and met the blue eyes of the mermaid.

Six years ago, outside the Valley of Taming Demons.