Chapter 004: The autumn rain is thick with a demonic atmosphere, urgent assistance for the fire attack

I see, Wang Xuanxin understood.

At this moment, Liu Shun and Zhang Heng also arrived, holding steel knives and iron shields to protect themselves on either side, remaining vigilant and cautious

Wang Xuanxian instructed everyone to be on guard and protect, then cupped his hands and said: "Chen Xunshi, what has happened?"

"Whether to approach or to distance oneself, the priority is to eliminate the demon king."

Three more monsters charged out again

In front of him, the upper halves of two dog demons on the left and right were frozen into ice chunks and shattered, while the one in the middle had completely lost its head

Chen Qiong's face no longer bore the elegance of that day, and she said harshly: "The demon's lair is right there, it is an old mine. I have sent my subordinate Guo Luquan to investigate; he is a member of the Yin Sect, skilled in the art of paper figures, capable of driving away ghosts and concealing his form, making him the best at reconnaissance"

Want to run

Although the yamen has some capable individuals, breaking into a demon's lair has always been extremely dangerous. Without the presence of skilled experts from the Jingyao Division to provide support, what should one do if they unfortunately encounter the main forces of the demons?

At that moment, yellow smoke also rose from the higher slope of the mountain

What is a demon

Wang Xuan, leaning on his silver spear with a straight posture, gazed at the green mountains shrouded in mist and rain. Suddenly, narrowing his eyes, he said in a deep voice: "Call Liu Shun and Zhang Heng!"

The current situation inside the cave is unclear; if the one who emerges from this academy is a reckless individual, then he may have to express strong opposition.

I did not expect the demon to be so cunning, actually sending a two-headed serpent to ambush from the crevice... Unfortunately, the ugly monk cannot enter

Wang Xuan pondered for a moment, "If we were to divide our forces, we would need to split into at least four groups in all directions. As soon as the smoke billows out, we must immediately block the defenses, and if the main force emerges, we must hold out until others can provide support"

Chen Qiong's gaze sharpened, and she immediately sprang into action

Whoosh whoosh whoosh

This is a mountainous area with ravines and valleys, obscured by dense forests on the outside and overgrown with wild grass on the inside. On the left slope, there is a mine tunnel, the supporting timber of which has long since decayed and is further concealed by vines, making it difficult for an ordinary person to discover.

The wind is strange, as if it has emerged from thin air yet cannot harm anyone. As Daoist Li gestures with his sword, a surge of it flows into the cave.

They guessed correctly; after another hour, the messenger from the yamen rushed down again, panting, and said, "My lords, Inspector Chen has discovered the lair of the demon, but there has been an incident and we need skilled assistance."

Suddenly, smoke began to rise from the dense forest on the left side

Immediately afterwards, a mound of earth not far to the right also emitted yellow smoke

Wang Xuan felt somewhat relieved and nodded, saying: "If it is a cave, there may be underground waterways; however, in a mine, one must guard against the cunning rabbit having three burrows"

With support and strong offense, one can certainly act with audacity

Bang

At this moment, Chen Qiong had calmed down, "This cave is quite narrow and rugged. If the ugly Buddha can enter, then he would be invincible. I am not skilled in exploration in the sword path, and now I can only... fire attack"

County Lieutenant Jin Hu looked deeply at Wang Xuan and said, "Lord Wang, please be cautious. After this matter is resolved, I will treat you to a drink!"

In a brief moment, the cold wind howls through the valley, and the fine rain swirls.

This is a specially crafted Demon-Repelling Pill from the Ministry of Works of the Great Yan Dynasty, made from realgar, mugwort, and other ingredients, specifically designed to deal with demon nests. Once it starts to smoke, it is manageable for humans, but demons cannot withstand it at all

At this moment, the young Chen Xun drew his sword and stared at the mine, his expression grim

Having perfected the Corpse Dog Killing Wheel, these minor demons' enchantments are of no use to him, and they can only attack like mere beasts, falling short in just one exchange under his hand

In the next step, some scholars wield weapons not out of a sense of the nobility of humanity, but to learn the unbroken heritage of the human race since ancient times, in preparation for the cultivation of the path of life.

The county constable Jin Hu appeared to be deep in thought, "Lord Wang is not mistaken; there may have been changes in the mountains. The Jingyao Division has only sent three people, along with Daoist Li... Liu Cheng, you all should also make preparations!"

Yet in this world, all living beings have their own creation!

His speed far surpassed that of his subordinates. With a powerful push from his legs, the ground beneath him erupted, propelling him five to six meters into the air. He then used a pine tree to gain additional leverage and soared away.

A few pale-faced constables finally breathed a sigh of relief; they were most afraid of being grouped with the "incompetent captain" and felt more at ease being with their own people.

Wang Xuan nodded without speaking

A large cloud of blood mist erupted, and a badger, holding a kitchen knife in one hand and wearing a rotting animal skin around its waist, staggered and fell to the ground, its head already missing from its neck

Those fellows are quite cunning, having even fabricated false traces

The Great Yan Law stipulates that whenever one appears within the boundaries of any province or city in the world, it must be eradicated at all costs with full force

At this point, his expression turned somewhat bitter: "This group of monsters must have migrated from elsewhere. In the past, nothing happened, but now, during the nationwide investigation, something has gone wrong, and they even destroyed the land temple. Now everyone will have to face the consequences..."

Chen Qiong was about to speak, but after glancing at the bald man, his expression immediately showed some hesitation: "Although the ugly monk can defend himself alone, I fear that without my presence, he might go off to play."

Having said that, he led seven or eight constables and rushed away

Unlike the human race, the battles and plundering among demons, ghosts, and spirits are far more brutal. However, if a powerful entity suppresses and consolidates them, it will give rise to demon nests, ghost lairs, and wild divine mountain troops

The rainwater diluted the scent, and the Jingyao Division lost track of the妖

Liu Shun and Zhang Heng exchanged glances and gradually became excited: "The master has instructed us that we must practice diligently, day and night, without any slackening!"

A bald man beside scratched his head and chuckled foolishly

When unusual events occur, there must be something sinister behind them; when a nation is about to perish, there must be something sinister at play.

He and the county constable Jin Hu can be considered the leaders of the local law enforcement forces

Although there are many skilled captains in the county office, the town's evil government forces consist of only three individuals. However, due to his rank, everyone unconsciously follows behind him

Eh?

What if there is still an exit

Ugly Buddha, let's go

Wang Xuan glanced at the two and said, "Have you forgotten the military formation of the third party?"

According to the sayings of previous lives

The Great Yan Law is thus: regardless of the reason, if an incident occurs within the jurisdiction, the county office, the city god temple, the Demon Suppression Office, and even his ineffective Town Demon Army Office must impose penalties on salaries and allowances

Messages occasionally come from the mountain

As the grouping was coming to an end, Chen Xun's gaze became resolute: "Everyone, we must not allow the group of demons to escape. If they migrate into the mountains, it is likely that another massacre of a village will occur"

An elderly man with gray whiskers from the Jingyao Division lay on the ground, his face a dark shade of blue, clearly poisoned. Daoist Li was crouched down, administering acupuncture and feeding him medicine in a desperate attempt to save him

The personnel from the Jingyao Division are currently stationed outside

Chen Qiong let out a sigh of relief, "Thank you for your efforts, Daoist."

Good

The way of heaven aligns with virtue, the sun and moon unite in brightness, the heavens are clear and the earth is tranquil, the five mountains are toppled, reversals turn into order, and the winds and clouds are arrayed...

The bald giant chuckled heartily, carrying a massive axe, thundering along like a bear, and along the way, he knocked down quite a few small trees

On the hillside, a smoking mound of earth quickly shifted, and a furry figure suddenly sprang out with a burst of soil

Two members of the team quickly ran in from the rain, clasping their fists and saying, "My lord, your subordinate is here!"

Both of them have practiced the military body training technique, exuding a fierce and menacing aura. The steel knives in their hands are specially crafted lethal weapons, glinting coldly, capable of severing evil spirits and malevolent entities

The surrounding air began to flow, increasingly faster

As I walked, I thought to myself: on the left side, there is Daoist Li nearby, and a skilled expert can provide support. Although Colonel Wang has a poor reputation, he is someone who can handle matters; at the very least, he will not shy away from them

If birds and beasts absorb the essence of the sun and the moon and gain intelligence, they will embark on the path of cultivation. Those who seek to transform their lives and forms become demons, while those who only desire to strengthen their physical bodies become monsters. The cultivation of wood, stone, and objects is referred to as spirit charm

The sky remains overcast with continuous rain

The last occurrence of a demon nest in Yong'an County was over a decade ago

Wind, rise!

Outside the cave, there are dragged bloodstains, several wild boars with blood-red tusks, and a flowered leopard with torn skin around its waist, all dismembered. The stench of blood and the foul odor are overwhelming.

Wang Xuan's eyes narrowed slightly, taking it all in.

Wang Xuan nodded and said, "Be ready at any time!"

Without saying a word, Wang Xuanyi leaped into the air with Liu Shun and Zhang Heng.

Go

Wang Xuan turned his head to take a glance and, seeing Liu Shun and Zhang Heng nodding, calmly said: "I only need my two subordinates."

Bang bang

After the demon beast undergoes cultivation, its physical form initially remains unchanged, only capable of manipulating malevolent energy and enchanting mist. For instance, some weasels can perform a soul-stealing technique at the cost of their own lives, which can be easily countered by ordinary people.

He ignited the fire, and with a flick of his wrist, it swiftly disappeared into the mine, as yellowish-white smoke rapidly rose and intertwined with the surroundings

Wang Xuan said calmly: "What should we do about Chen Xunshi's plan?"

It is unfortunate that although people's hearts are treacherous, the schemes of the monsters are also quite profound

After the officers left, Daoist Li, who was feeling the gentle breeze, suddenly smiled and said: "Captain Wang, indeed, after not seeing you for several days, I must look at you with new eyes. Not only has your military aura intensified, but you also remain composed in the face of battle, displaying quite the demeanor of a general."

The most common formation in the San Cai army ranges from small teams of three to thousands of troops, with more than a dozen variations, but ultimately revolves around the formation of heaven, earth, and humanity.

Well ... ... good

At that moment, Daoist Li slowly rose, his expression calm as he said, "The old Daoist can guard one place alone"

But what does a salary deduction mean when a life in the village has been lost

The back mountain has been searched, but nothing was found

The path up the mountain was slippery and steep. Under the guidance of the constables, they crossed a dense forested hill in Shiwacun, and before them, a bright scene unfolded.

Wang Xuan observed clearly that there were actually three dog demons with rough, bumpy growths on their heads, their eyes blood-red, and their mouths filled with sharp teeth, saliva dripping wildly from side to side

As he retracted the gun body, Wang Xuan cast a cold gaze towards the cave entrance

Wang Xuan thought for a moment and said, "Jin County Magistrate, you may go."

Unknowingly, it is already past noon

Then, Daoist Li Shouxin stepped forward, suddenly producing a yellow talisman that blazed with fire in his hand. With the talisman directing his sword, he chanted incantations under his breath

However, this familiar formation of the Three Talents seems to have undergone some changes

Everyone suddenly understood

Wang Xuan's expression was calm: "Daoist, you flatter me."

Wang Xuangang landed just in time, swiftly drawing up the tattered silver spear in a state of readiness

Upon hearing Wang Xuan's speculation, County Lieutenant Jin Hu nodded and said, "What Lieutenant Wang said is correct; Inspector Chen from the Jingyao Division has already taken his subordinates to follow the trail."

This is the talismanic art of the Taiyi Sect, which is not as simple as drawing talismans on yellow paper; rather, it can only be utilized by priests who have been formally granted the authority to do so

Wang Xuan did not retreat but instead advanced, raising his tarnished silver spear horizontally and shaking it left and right. Then, with one hand holding the spear, he thrust it forward with a swift motion.

Having said that, he took out two black balls from the backpack behind him

This wolverine is merely a little demon

Daoist Li used a talisman, but was led astray by a little demon

He felt somewhat displeased; he initially thought that this trip would allow him to easily break a demon's lair, thus making his visit to this remote and impoverished area worthwhile. However, he did not expect to have to seek assistance from the local authorities, fearing that reporting back would invite ridicule from his peers.

While still in the air, Wang Xuan twisted his waist and flung the rotten silver spear out of his hand, swift as lightning

Another person from the Jingyao Division is a bald giant, and it is unclear which school of cultivation he has practiced. His entire body is muscular and slightly copper-colored. He holds a large axe made from a door panel and grins foolishly, seemingly having some issues with his intelligence

While some retain their original bloodline, growing scales for protection, they delve into ancient bloodline powers, evolving towards ferocious beasts and colossal entities

No wonder Chen Qiong and the others dared to enter the demon's lair. That person from the Yin Gate goes without saying, as they are notoriously difficult to deal with in the martial arts community, known for techniques such as paper man technique, crossing the yin technique, and the ominous coffin with white candle ghost marriage, all of which are quite bizarre

Wang Xuan had long had a suspicion. He glanced at the crowd and said, "Let's go"

As soon as the two stood in formation, they realized something was amiss

If I remember correctly, there are also tiger demons and mountain spirits

These three dog demons are clearly the harbingers of death, subsequently attacking the living like wild dogs, exhibiting a ferocious nature, and fearlessly pouncing towards him

Chen Qiong said in a deep voice: "This is precisely the reason I invited Lord Wang here. The demon lair must have more than one exit, and when the smoke rises, they will all be exposed. We must divide our forces to guard them; we cannot let a single one escape"

County Lieutenant Jin Hu and the yamen runners had somewhat unsightly expressions

Lingchan Temple is a sacred site of Buddhism in Southern Jin. The Seven Treasures Arhat's Dharmakaya, upon hearing its name, belongs to the Golden Body Dharma. The Golden Body Dharma and the Nirvana Heart in Buddhism, akin to the practices of refining the body and spirit in Daoism, are all genuine paths to achieving immortality and Buddhahood

Wang Xuan glanced at the giant and said, "Ugly Buddha?"

Indeed, various sects, including some folk legal teachings, possess their own unique talismans. For instance, the royal anti-evil copper talisman and the green and white paper ghost talismans of the Yin Gate, the secrets of which are not known to outsiders

The talisman from Daoist Li seems to have a time limit; after a moment, another yellow talisman is ignited to continue the sluggish wind

The danger at this moment lies in whether one can survive until reinforcements arrive

Chen Qiong's eyes held a hint of regret, "Indeed, although this ugly Buddha child is inherently... simple-minded, he possesses extraordinary talent. In his youth, he even followed a great virtuous monk from Lingchan Temple into seclusion, practicing the Seven Treasures Arhat Dharma Body."