Abundant Martial Arts Virtue
Chapter 572 - 453 - Whispering to You

Chapter 572: 453 Chapter Whispering to You

The youth followed the crowd towards the city gate.

At the gate.

Two Taoists, surrounded by soldiers, observed the people entering the city.

"Civilians enter directly! Those skilled in martial arts, register here, receive money, grain, armor, and a city access token, with generous treatment,"

a soldier shouted loudly.

The soldiers, tense, held a type of Magic Plate in their hands, aiming it at every citizen.

The Magic Plate kept emitting "buzz," "buzz" sounds.

Whenever the Magic Plate buzzed, the soldiers stepped aside, allowing the person in front of them to enter the city.

—It seemed to be a device to identify combat strength.

Those words of the old man echoed in his ears again:

"Remember, you must enter the city as a cultivator to have a chance to get close to the second card."

"Why?" he asked himself.

"Because the second card is hidden where civilians cannot reach. Only those with certain status and identity can access it," explained the old man.

"Can’t you just use divination to tell me directly?"

"Pah, the secrets of heaven cannot be revealed. If I really try to divine the location of that card, the Demon Lords will also have a method to find out."

"All right, I’m going—any last words for me?" he finally asked.

The old man wore a grave expression:

"This undertaking might encounter the Demon Lords, be very careful, or you might fall into a situation of endless calamities."

"Why would I encounter them?"

"Because they are also searching for that card, they already know it’s the last hope for all beings."

Buzz, buzz, buzz—

A loud buzzing sound from the Array Plate interrupted Wu Xiaode’s thoughts.

The soldiers, holding the Array Plate, looked towards Wu Xiaode in unison.

The youth was dressed in a moon-white robe, a saber hanging at his waist, and a blue flower tucked in his hair, exhibiting a carefree demeanor.

In times of turmoil, such a demeanor naturally drew attention.

One of the Taoists stepped forward two paces and asked with a cupped fist:

"May I ask who you are?"

"I am Shen Yuan," Wu Xiaode smiled, "May I enter the city?"

—The name of the All Worlds Sword Saint Li Chengfeng was too renowned; it was better to slightly disguise it to avoid causing a sensation and attracting the Demon Lords’ notice.

"Shen Yuan? How strong are you, shall we spar?" the Taoist asked.

"Sure," Wu Xiaode smiled.

"Please."

The Taoist assumed a starting stance and activated his magic, immediately producing biting ice blasts around him.

Wu Xiaode embraced his saber and took a few steps forward, swinging his saber to meet the attack.

Clang!

The saber light flashed like a snow, resembling a shocking dream.

"I concede."

Wu Xiaode said.

The Taoist staggered, looked down, and only then noticed a neat cut at his sleeve.

"Excellent saber skill!"

Another Taoist praised, stepping forward respectfully with both hands offering a token.

Wu Xiaode took the token, on which was written one word:

"Class A."

Class A, that should be quite decent.

"With this token, enter the city and report to the City Lord Mansion, where someone will arrange everything for you, please!" the Taoist stepped aside.

"Thank you, then I’ll enter the city first."

Wu Xiaode bowed to the two, then leisurely walked towards the city gate.

The soldiers, lined up in two rows at the gate, stood solemnly until he entered, then they relaxed and started shouting loudly at the ordinary people entering the city.

Wu Xiaode didn’t care about these, walking straight through the city, suddenly turning into a quiet alley.

Seizing the moment when there was no one around, he was enveloped in Luminous Flames, shielding all probes, then he finally spoke:

"There is a saber wielder from the north known as Kuang Dao Shen Yuan, with a clean background, well-documented origins, trustworthy, to be treated as one of the most skilled masters in the city."

Waves of invisible energy radiated from him.

In an instant, lines of ice crystal characters appeared in the Void:

"You have borrowed the Destiny Skill: Existence from Shen Xiujun."

"The skill has been activated."

"The identity you spoke of will now fully exist in this world, complete with detailed origins."

—"Whatever you say about this identity, will be known by people, and they will believe these to have been known facts."

Wu Xiaode looked at these prompt runes, nodding slightly in satisfaction.

Before coming, he had deliberately used up all his Luck Value and then sought help from Audrey to provide Soul Power, initiating a Judgement Seal.

Shen Xiujun was naturally happy to help.

She slapped herself.

And he had acquired this extremely useful skill from her.

With this—

He should be able to search for that card with peace of mind now.

Wu Xiaode steadied his mind, dismissed the "Evernight City," and stepped out of the alley, swaggering towards the City Lord Mansion.

Along the way, the passersby were in a hurry, with a pervasive sense of apprehension in the air.

—After all, the news of the Qilin slaughtering the city had spread.

Evil creatures were emerging.

Even ordinary people knew that the days ahead were perilously dangerous.

Wu Xiaode also overheard people whispering that several villages outside the city had no survivors left.

They said that an Evil Flood Dragon appeared on a large river ten miles away, devouring a whole boat of people instantly, and now the ferry service had stopped.

Listening along the way, Wu Xiaode also felt that this world was thoroughly in chaos.

Luckily, the Awakeners of this world each had their own capabilities—

He turned his head to look at a grain store by the road, seeing the sign at the door stating:

"Inferior grains, 10 catties per coin."

"Five types of coarse grains, 5 catties for a hundred coins."

"Rice, three taels of silver for three catties."

"Spirit rice, one catty for two taels of gold."

"All grains available in unlimited quantities."

The crowd gathered at the door discussed loudly, saying the Taoists had magic to quickly grow crops, so no one needed to worry about starving, only about monster attacks.

Wu Xiaode surveyed his surroundings.

Though the air was filled with anxiety, the city itself was orderly.

The stable supply of food and reasonable prices had indeed played a significant role.

Wu Xiaode continued watching as he made his way to the City Lord Mansion.

After showing his "Class A" token, he was invited inside and asked to wait in a side hall.

—It was said that the City Lord would meet him personally soon.

Such an honor?

Wu Xiaode casually crossed his legs, sitting comfortably in the chair as he waited.

Soon enough.

A martial artist brought in tea.

"Sword Saint sir!"

The man exclaimed.

Wu Xiaode was slightly surprised.

A line of ice crystal characters appeared before him:

"This person is a member of the Destruction Council, a subordinate of Li Chengfeng, and naturally recognizes Li Chengfeng, so your ’existence’ has been immuned by him."

So that was it!

The Destruction Council organized by Li Chengfeng had always been an ally of the demon marauders.

After most demon marauders went to the Death World, Li Chengfeng’s subordinates were assigned to gather intelligence about the Death World, having long been scattered across the world.

He had not expected to meet one here!

According to Li Chengfeng’s memories, Wu Xiaode called out in a low voice, "Elder Chen, do not make a fuss, I am here on business, and you must not reveal my identity."

Elder Chen, being a master and a core elder of the council, was naturally cunning and immediately changed the topic when he heard this:

"Kuang Dao Shen Yuan? Hahaha, I’ve heard of your reputation. After the City Lord has seen you later, I, Chen, will invite you for a drink, would you honor me with your presence?"

"Certainly, certainly," Wu Xiaode replied with a bow.

Elder Chen gave him a meaningful look and transmitted a message:

"The City Lord is easy to talk to, my lord only needs to casually show a few skills to impress him, and I will return to see my lord tonight."

Wu Xiaode nodded slightly, signaling that he understood.

It was then that Elder Chen performed another ritual and quietly withdrew.

The tranquility in the side hall was restored.

Wu Xiaode picked up the tea and took a sip—

Click.

He had thought that his identity would not be seen through, but he was exposed the moment he arrived.

It was too coincidental.

However, only one person knew he was Li Chengfeng, so there was not much impact; in fact, it added another helper.

Wu Xiaode slowly sipped his tea.

Suddenly, a voice rang out from outside:

"The City Lord has arrived!"

A robust male voice followed:

"None of you should come in, I want to meet Kuang Dao Shen Yuan alone."

"Yes!" A chorus of voices responded.

Then Wu Xiaode saw a dignified middle-aged man walk in.

This must be the City Lord.

Wu Xiaode stood up, smiling, about to greet him, but then he heard the City Lord shout:

"Die!"

He disappeared from his spot instantly.

Wu Xiaode reacted very fast, instantly activated "Everday City," dodging the other, and drew his long saber—

No, wait!

He restrained his saber again.

The aura from the City Lord was clearly Infinite Tribulation Power.

This was a demon marauder!

Wu Xiaode’s thoughts raced like lightning, and he then dispersed "Everday City" and asked:

"How come you possess Infinite Tribulation Power?"

Without waiting for a response, he immediately released his own aura.

The City Lord hesitated.

"Turns out it’s one of our own. I was wondering who would use ’existence,’ this Destiny Skill—I thought it was a hostile human powerhouse."

It stared at Wu Xiaode, its voice growing hoarse as it continued to inquire:

"Who exactly are you?"

There was no choice left.

—He had been seen through twice in a row upon arrival!

Wu Xiaode resigned himself to using the green vine brooch, turned his body, and transformed into the appearance of White Bone Demon Worm Daville.

"Damn! Are you looking to challenge me?"

He snarled.

From Shen Xiujun and Davel, it was evident that the demon marauders also engaged in competition and fighting amongst themselves.

Even according to Shen Xiujun’s memories, the Feeding Demon Master had killed quite a few of his own kind.

The City Lord glanced at him, snorted coldly, and said impatiently:

"So it’s Davel, don’t mess up my plans."

"That’s my line, if you attack on sight again next time, we’ll have a proper battle," Wu Xiaode said grimly.

The City Lord revealed a face full of killing intent, but begrudgingly restrained himself and said impatiently:

"That card is about to emerge; I don’t want any complications now. If we’re going to fight, let’s wait until this matter is over."

Wu Xiaode mulled over this—

He was regarded as a rival vying for that card.

"Hmph, I was thinking the same, especially since it’s not just the two of us who have come."

Wu Xiaode, mimicking Daville’s manner, crossed his arms and spoke.

"Then suit yourself," the City Lord said as he turned to leave.

Wu Xiaode suddenly spoke, "Wait, arrange a place for me. We may not interfere with each other, but perhaps we can jointly deal with other competitors."

The City Lord paused slightly, then said without turning back:

"Someone will sort out your accommodation shortly."

With that, he departed.

In the side hall.

Only Wu Xiaode remained.

He couldn’t help but exhale deeply, then shifted back into Li Chengfeng, sat down in his seat, and took another sip from his teacup.

It was unexpected.

This was an unexpected situation.

Demon marauders can definitely see through the "existence" skill.

—After all, they’ve encountered all kinds of skills from myriad beings, so they became alert and ready to kill on sight.

Had it been anyone else, his identity would not have been revealed.

Wu Xiaode relaxed, picked up the tea from the table, and took a sip.

—This was to calm his nerves.

After a short while.

An elderly man hurried in.

"Kuang Dao Shen Yuan?" the elder inquired with a bow.

"That’s me," Wu Xiaode replied.

The elder gave him a look and said curiously, "You’re not Shen Yuan!"

Wu Xiaode’s eyelids twitched, then drooped.

Enough already.

Could any person now recognize that I’m not Shen Yuan?

—Was this Destiny Skill "existence" I bought a fake or what!

It’s completely useless!

"How did you see through me?"

He asked, utterly weary.

The elder glanced around, ensuring no one else was present, then lowered his voice and said:

"Let me tell you quietly, I am a Law."

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