Chapter 714 Forbidden Demon Fiends, Nobles and Generals! (Part 2)

The Daoist’s voice trembled, revealing a hint of fear.

“A demon fiend of marquis level… impossible to truly kill, a sign of the dynasty’s downfall?!”

Su Mu’s heart tightened upon hearing this; just a few words and he felt the terror of a demon fiend at the marquis level. They cannot be killed directly, only time can wear them away!

“But… even such a powerful demon fiend cannot ultimately withstand the ravages of time? Does true immortality exist?”

In shock, Su Mu also felt a wave of heaviness and bewilderment.

A demon fiend of marquis level cannot be directly killed except by time, implying that even Martial Emperor Xiang Yu could barely kill a marquis-level demon fiend.

With such unparalleled talent, a monstrous figure who dominated his era, not being able to slay a demon fiend of marquis level illustrates its immense power. Yet, even such beings cannot withstand time, eventually fading in the river of time.

And he is just a mere mortal; can he truly reach a realm more terrifying than demon fiends and Martial Emperor, stepping into the true realm of immortality?

Immortality has been Su Mu’s ultimate pursuit since he arrived in this world, and upon learning this, even he found himself silent.

But after a moment, Su Mu took several deep breaths. With his current strength, it’s too early to talk about immortality; the journey must be taken step by step, one mouthful at a time.

Why worry too much now? Moreover, Su Mu possesses the world’s unique comprehension panel; as long as his comprehension continues to improve, Su Mu’s future holds infinite possibilities!

Su Mu’s reaction was seen by the Daoist, which seemed perfectly normal to him. When he first learned all this, the impact was far greater than what Su Mu feels now.

Seizing the moment, the Daoist continued, “Demon fiends are dangerous, but they also represent significant spiritual opportunities. In reality, many strong individuals are drawn to demon fiends, and if they manage to kill even a soldier-level demon, the rewards are immense!”

“Opportunity, Daoist, are you referring to demon crystals?”

“That’s correct.”

The Daoist nodded solemnly but said no more, his intention clear—it was meant as a subsequent exchange. If Su Mu guessed correctly, the Daoist’s third piece of intelligence must be about the specific effects of demon crystals and the whereabouts of demon crystals in the Deadman’s Pit.

“Tell me, who do you want to kill? Also, give me a reason for murder.”

Su Mu processed the recent information. Truth be told, the matter of demon fiends indeed piqued his intense interest, especially with the thought that Wang Xuantian could very well be a demon fiend. After pondering for a while, he decided to listen to whom the Daoist wanted to kill.

Seeing Su Mu relent, the Daoist was delighted, realizing there was hope.

“Rest assured, the person I want to kill is one who deserves death… This person is Yang Yunwen.”

“Who is he?”

Su Mu’s heart stirred, and though he hadn’t heard of the man’s name, he vaguely guessed his background. Sure enough, the Daoist began to speak.

“That person belongs to the Yang Family in Sanshan County, the second son of Yang Xuan, and he is currently the Commandery Deputy Captain in Sanshan County’s Mansion.”

The Daoist revealed specific background information.

“The second son of the Yang Family in Sanshan County?”

Su Mu frowned slightly, realizing the matter wasn’t simple.

Yang Yunwen himself may not be significant, but the problem lies in his background. The Yang Family in Sanshan County is the same family where Yang Dingbian, mentioned in the legends of heroes, is from; a branch of the Ancient County Yang Family of Qingzhou’s Three Gates and Four Families.

Without doubt, killing Yang Yunwen alone would be stirring the hornet’s nest, possibly reviving the past matter of the Tao Family’s Blood Seal, or even worse this time.

“If a demon crystal can be obtained, this matter can proceed.”

Just as Su Mu was about to refuse, a voice transmitted from the Fish-shaped Jade Pendant at his chest, spoken by the Sun Family Ancestor.

Upon hearing this, Su Mu was astonished, realizing that the effect of a demon crystal must exceed his expectations, otherwise why would it attract the attention of the Sun Family Ancestor?

Moreover, since the Sun Family Ancestor reminded him, if he were to encounter Blood Seals or face the Upper Three Grades Great Cultivators from the Yang Family taking action, the Ancestor likely wouldn’t stand by.

At this moment, Su Mu was resolute, with intentions to accept but didn’t rush to speak.

The Daoist, aware that Su Mu was awaiting questions, clenched his teeth and continued.

“The soul in the coffin in this courtyard is the lingering grievance of this village after death. The entire Chen family village of twenty-three households and a hundred and three people died at the hands of this beast just to kill locals for military merits by exchanging heads for promotions… And not only that, before chopping off the heads of those in the village, the beast indulged his subordinates in wanton rape and humiliation of village women, even sparing no children.”

The Daoist spoke with bulging veins on both sides of his cheeks, fists clenched tightly.

Su Mu listened in silence, having noticed the spirit hall and the Yellow Talisman Paper-covered coffin in the courtyard, realizing it was a massacre for the sake of fake military merits, even committing crimes against women and children.

If what the Daoist said was true, then Yang Yunwen deserved ten, hundred deaths!

However, Su Mu wouldn’t easily believe the Daoist’s one-sided words, and the Commander, as a Court official, is protected by the Flame Qi of Great Yan, making it no easy task to kill him?

Even if Su Mu can kill him now, he must consider the cost of suffering the backlash from national vitality.

Seeing Su Mu’s fear in his heart, the Daoist continued, “No need for the esteemed guest to worry about the beast being protected by destiny. Yang Yunwen is no longer valued by the Yang Family, and in three days, he will be dismissed from his role as Commander, replaced by his cousin, meanwhile losing his protection from Flame Qi.”

“Regarding the truth of the matter, you can inquire about Yang Yunwen’s behavior, and you will find my words absolutely true.”

“Moreover, there’s a great opportunity at hand.”

“Tell me about it.”

“Five days from now, it will be Yang Yunwen’s mother’s death anniversary; at that time, he’s bound to leave the Commandery City to pay respects to his ancestors at the Yang Family, which will be the best chance to strike.”

It was evident the Daoist had made thorough preparations, even choosing the opportune moment for murder, five days hence; it’s no wonder the Daoist was so eager.

“The Daoist’s cultivation is profound; why not act yourself?”

Su Mu voiced his curiosity.

“The ritual for releasing the souls cannot easily be abandoned once started, and I need thirteen days. Besides, approaching rashly as a Daoist would trigger the beast’s alertness… And truthfully, my cultivation Dharma Gate does not excel in killing.”

Su Mu glanced at the spirit hall, eyes squinting slightly, seeing rolling black energy gathering atop the coffin, while noticing the Daoist’s peaceful and upright aura, indeed not like a malicious person.

“What is Yang Yunwen’s cultivation, and what is the cultivation of his guards?”

“The beast himself possesses Fourth Grade Cultivation, training in a Taoist Dharma Gate, and he’s often accompanied by two people, a pair of brothers of the Chen surname, both trained in cooperative Martial Dao. It is said that when the brothers join forces, they can rival a Half-Step Grandmaster…”

“I have an object that can help you temporarily conceal destiny without being tainted by the Noble Family Blood Seal.”

Speaking the latter sentence, the Daoist was somewhat lacking in confidence, anxious, fearing Su Mu might refuse outright, he reluctantly took out a mysterious silver talisman.

“This talisman is called the Minor Heaven’s Mechanism Talisman; although incomplete, it can still be activated twice, temporarily shielding against the methods of Upper Three Grades Great Cultivators.”

Originally, the Daoist planned to plot this matter later, but Su Mu’s arrival today revealed a glimpse of opportunity. Because he couldn’t see through Su Mu, someone coming to inquire about demon fiends is surely not weak.”

Still, precisely how strong Su Mu is, the Daoist wasn’t certain, yet facing opponents that could rival Half-Step Grandmaster—any average listener would likely be dissuaded.

Conceal destiny? This Daoist seems to have quite the background, having such items.

Su Mu reached out to take the Minor Heaven’s Mechanism Talisman.

“After the deed is done, will the transaction still take place here?”

Upon seeing Su Mu take the Minor Heaven’s Mechanism Talisman, the Daoist was delighted, nodding repeatedly, “Right here, I shall wait here for your good news.”

Su Mu fell silent for a moment before speaking.

“I am Zhang Tianbao of Donglai County; what is your honored name?”

The Daoist sighed helplessly.

“I am Qingyunzi, wandering from Qingzhou to this place.”