Ex-Wife is a Big Villainess
Chapter 258 - 154: The Grand Master Has Arrived?

Chapter 258: Chapter 154: The Grand Master Has Arrived?

The enormous mirror slowly ascended into the pitch-black sky, resembling a silver full moon hanging in the air, pure and bright. As light blood streaks dispersed, it appeared like a colossal divine eye overlooking the mortal world.

In an instant, radiance burst forth, and the heavens became clear.

Its brilliance illuminated everything, revealing all forms.

First, the crafty demons and spirits hidden in the deep mountain caves roared and wailed as they were revealed. Some were slain under the divine talismans and arrows, while others perished under the might of the flying swords of Zhenxuan Mountain.

Then, several lower-level stray demons were encircled and eradicated by well-trained cavalry within moments.

This extermination plan was simple: start from the outermost perimeter, gradually compress inward, pushing layer by layer, enclosing toward the county city, leaving no chance for the demons within the city to escape.

Apart from elite soldiers, there were also several masters from Zhenxuan Mountain and Myriad Phenomena God Sect who came to assist, including Feng Yichen, who had conflicts with Jiang Shouzhong before.

Mengniang had previously mentioned that a formidable demon had been unable to break out and was blocked by a master from Zhenxuan Mountain.

...

Sword Qi soared in all directions, a flash of cold light swiftly passing like a meteor across the night sky.

A goat was running rapidly in a mountain col, and before it could react, it was beheaded. As the goat fell, a dense smoke-like black mist emerged from its body, dispersing with the wind.

Feng Yichen, dressed in a blue Daoist robe, retracted his Skyfall Flying Sword, and said to his master’s brother, Chai Liuqi, the third elder of Zhenxuan Mountain, "Why are there so many demons in this small county town?"

Chai Liuqi was tall, about forty years old, with a long beard hanging down to his chest and sparkling eyes. Although he was beyond his prime, he was still spirited.

Upon hearing Feng Yichen’s question, he chuckled and said, "There was once a divine pond here, with peonies competing in bloom and brilliance under the sunlight. The Demon Venerable loved to come here to bathe and cultivate her nature. Over time, the place became filled with a demonic aura, which grew denser and turned into a forbidden area.

Since the resurgence of the demonic aura, the demons here have been like winter feeling the warmth of spring, vivid and spirited, naturally more numerous than in other places."

Feng Yichen nodded in realization, "I see."

His mind stirred, and he asked, "Uncle Master, I heard that the Demon Venerable had visited the imperial palace a while ago, is it true or false? If it’s true, how should we deal with it? After all, that’s a legendary supreme demon."

Chai Liuqi stroked his beard and responded decisively, "True or not, the Demon Venerable, even if she appears, is nothing but a soul. The reason I agreed to assist the Crown Prince this time, apart from repaying a favor, is mostly in hopes that the Demon Venerable will appear. Then, I’ll let her experience my Five Thunder Sword Skill, which will surely scatter her soul and never let her cause trouble in the world again."

Feng Yichen gave a thumbs up, "Uncle Master is awesome."

But then, Feng Yichen immediately revealed a secret, "Last time against the Sword Demon, Uncle Master used the Five Thunder Sword Skill, and it seemed... not very powerful."

Chai Liuqi glared, "You brat know nothing! That was because I held back! I only used one move back then. Do you think it would be good if the Sword Demon died at Zhenxuan Mountain?

Moreover, think about it, even your master barely fought the Sword Demon to a draw. If I easily dealt with the Sword Demon, where would your master’s face go? Understand nuances and human relations, boy, learn from it!"

Feng Yichen nodded repeatedly, "Understood, understood."

Chai Liuqi snorted coldly, then said with a worried expression, "I really don’t understand what the Crown Prince is plotting. I don’t know what demon he is looking for, it’s unfathomable."

Feng Yichen said, "Why bother so much? As soon as all the demons in Muling County are revealed, our task will also be completed. Those that should be killed will be killed, and those that should be delivered to the Crown Prince will be handed over. What’s left will be in the hands of Myriad Phenomena God Sect."

Myriad Phenomena God Sect and Zhenxuan Mountain both emerged from the Taoist tradition. Compared to the grand status of Zhenxuan Mountain, Myriad Phenomena God Sect seemed a bit more desolate.

But desolation does not mean minor influence.

Myriad Phenomena God Sect has twelve peaks with the Sect Leader at the top and the Peak Masters below.

Each cultivation is beyond the Heaven Desolation Boundary.

Even though they have been suppressed under Zhenxuan Mountain for years, becoming the perennial second in the Taoist hierarchy, they still maintain a distinguished reputation in Jianghu, not to be underestimated.

In recent years, Myriad Phenomena God Sect has been actively associating with the court, following the example of the Yin Yang Sect, clearly aiming to leverage the court to replace Zhenxuan Mountain as the leader of the Taoist sects, an ambition not to be taken lightly.

"You really think straightforwardly," Chai Liuqi commented, none too cheerfully.

Feng Yichen chuckled, "Master always says, ’When the mind is clear as the sky, eating when hungry and drinking when thirsty simply nourishes the body and spirit.’ So, don’t overthink anything."

Chai Liuqi nodded slightly, "No wonder you’re so carefree."

"Uncle Master, are you scolding me?"

"Yes."

"..."

Suddenly, Chai Liuqi asked, "What do you think about Jiang Mo, the one Yan Changqing is protecting? Can that young man pass the Taoist Ancestor’s test?"

Feng Yichen gathered his playful expression and thought seriously before answering:

"He’s indeed a good person, and also very smart. Honestly, if it weren’t for the Taoist River Map, I’d genuinely like to be his friend. Unfortunately, that’s not possible now. But I, Feng Yichen, value human relationships. He spared my life, so in the future, I’ll spare his. That’s fair.

As for whether he can pass the Taoist Ancestor’s test, it’s hard to say. The reason I made a move that time was because I was worried he might be acknowledged by the Taoist Ancestor."

Chai Liuqi said, "The agreement we reached with Yan Changqing is one year. After a year, we’ll test Jiang Mo with the Taoist Ancestor’s trial. If the Taoist Ancestor does not acknowledge him, Yan Changqing will personally hand the Taoist River Map to us. If he is acknowledged, then Soaring Cloud Peak of Zhenxuan Mountain will be his."

Feng Yichen summoned the Skyfall Flying Sword and killed a wolf demon, tsking, "Uncle Master, you guys are really willing to invest heavily."

Chai Liuqi’s long beard fluttered as he smiled faintly, "Be it the imperial court, the marketplace, or Jianghu itself, doing business is about gauging the situation and achieving mutual benefits. Just wait and see if Jiang Mo can surprise everyone."

...

In the county government residence.

The Crown Prince, Zhou Yin, gazed at the dazzling Yata Mirror for Detecting Demons in the sky, exclaiming, "Truly worthy of being one of the six major treasures of Zhenxuan Mountain."

Beside Zhou Yin sat an old woman in a plain Daoist robe, her hair white.

This man was Yu Zhu, the fifth peak master of the Myriad Phenomena God Sect, whose cultivation had reached the Great Perfection of Saintly Ascension.

Hearing the words of the Crown Prince, the old woman said indifferently, "Our Myriad Phenomena God Sect’s Demon-Seeking Banner can also locate all the demons hiding in Muling County."

Zhou Yin laughed and said, "Is Mr. Yu complaining about the Crown Prince? We had an agreement that only your sect would assist in capturing demons, so why call upon Zhenxuan Mountain at the last minute?

Yu Zhu slightly bowed his head, "I dare not. Whatever the Crown Prince arranges, we simply obey."

Zhou Yin picked up a teacup from the table and shook it gently. Perhaps he didn’t grasp the force well or it was intentional, but the tea spilled out, splashing onto his robe.

Zhou Yin refused the maid’s offer to wipe it off and simply flicked the water stains on his robe, smiling lightly, "This Muling County is beyond my expectations. I thought steeping it like a cup of tea would be enough, but it turns out..."

Zhou Yin shook his head and sighed deeply, "I hope no more mishaps occur."

Yu Zhu hesitated for a moment then said softly, "Crown Prince, my ’Heaven-Begging Bowl’ has sensed something these past few days. It seems there is a pure-blooded Snake Demon in Muling County..."

"Snake Demon?"

Zhou Yin’s eyebrows slightly raised. Seeing the other’s intense gaze, he waved a hand and laughed, "Mr. Yu, feel free to capture it. The demon I want to capture is not the Snake Demon, don’t worry."

Hearing this, Yu Zhu was relieved and smiled.

Just at that moment, the sky’s Eight-Headed Demon-Reflecting Mirror suddenly shook a bit, as if it had been struck by some giant creature.

The light reflected in the mirror momentarily scattered.

Following that, one could see chunks of huge stones falling from the sky, pouring down like a torrential rain. These stones varied in size, some as large as small mountains, and others like massive boulders, all with a tearing speed.

"Eh? I didn’t expect a Strongman Demon Ape to be hidden here?"

Yu Zhu stood up, waved his robe sleeve, and said to Zhou Yin, "Crown Prince, I will go to eliminate the demon. Please be careful yourself."

After saying that, the old woman turned into a wisp of light smoke, shot up from the ground, and headed straight into the clouds.

...

The massive stones not only struck the sky’s Eight-Headed Demon-Reflecting Mirror but some also fell into the town, causing numerous houses to collapse and numerous casualties.

Even the inn was not spared, sustaining several large holes.

Jiang Shouzhong was preparing to evacuate with the women, but the Eight-Headed Demon-Reflecting Mirror, which had shifted a bit, cast its residual light on one side of the inn, sending several fragmented beams of light shooting out from the mirror.

One of these beams of light landed on Zhang Que’er.

In an instant, the girl seemed to be corroded by something, screaming in pain, but without any sign of burns or abnormal traces on her body.

Was it the Demon Energy?

Jiang Shouzhong remembered Yelü Miaomiao drinking down the Netherworld Demon Qi and his face changed drastically.

Before he could check on her, several huge stones fell from the sky, smashing through the walls and hurtling towards them.

Jiang Shouzhong quickly hugged Zhang Que’er into his arms, dodged a massive boulder, and was about to leave the inn with Er Liang and others. However, during the process, the excruciating pain caused Zhang Que’er’s eyes to suddenly emit a blood-red light.

"Go! Don’t worry about me!"

The girl struck Jiang Shouzhong’s shoulder with her palm.

Amid the pain, Jiang Shouzhong involuntarily let go of his hand.

Zhang Que’er’s figure was several times faster than usual. After breaking free, the girl turned into a black shadow and disappeared into the swirling dust, despite Jiang Shouzhong and Er Liang shouting.

"Master, Que’er will be fine, right?"

Er Liang asked anxiously.

Jiang Shouzhong took Yelü Miaomiao and Er Liang outside the inn, intending to search for Zhang Que’er but was worried about the girls encountering danger, leaving him in a dilemma.

At that moment, Mengniang appeared and said, "You stay here, I’ll go find her. The Demon-Reflecting Mirror has shifted somewhat, which is better than expected, so I can try to avoid it. Also, there are too many hidden demons here, and it seems the official forces didn’t anticipate this, struggling to cope. We might use the chaos to escape."

Jiang Shouzhong nodded, "Okay, be careful."

Mengniang’s figure flashed as she entered the inn to search for Zhang Que’er.

"Damn! I thought I had dodged it."

A voice cursing nearby came from Jin Ao, the protector of the Sky Demon Sect.

He was enveloped in a mist of light that he couldn’t dispel.

It was shot from the Demon-Reflecting Mirror.

Jiang Shouzhong was stunned, "Is this guy also a demon?"

"Jin Ao, I’ve been waiting for you for a long time," said An Jiubian, clad in a yin-yang Taoist robe, appearing in the sky above with a proud expression, looking down at Jin Ao, "Aren’t you surrendering quickly?" His voice boomed like thunder, echoing through the space.

Golden talismans fluttered around An Jiubian like stars, swirling around him, emitting a dazzling golden light with an indescribable imposing aura, as if he were a celestial Immortal.

However, before he could finish speaking, a long sword pierced his chest.

An Jiubian fell straight down from the sky.

He was dead.

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