Started out getting scumbags, but then invested in the invincible Empress.

Chapter 127 The Heart of the Demon

Li Wudao stopped, his gaze somewhat strange.

What is Shen Ming up to?

"Junior Brother Li doesn't believe me?"

Seeing the boy's slightly scrutinizing expression, Shen Ming felt a little embarrassed.

He took a deep breath and silently drew his black and gold battle sword.

Immediately, to everyone's astonishment, he dragged his sparking sword toward Ruan Fei.

"No... I'll kneel down right now..."

Seeing the undisguised murderous intent in Shen Ming's eyes, Ruan Fei was terrified. His crotch instantly became wet, his legs went weak, and he knelt down on the ground with a thud.

However, before he could finish pleading for mercy, the sword had already cleaved his neck in two.

With a gurgling sound, the bloody head rolled off.

Upon closer inspection, one could see tear stains on Ruan Fei's face, his pupils wide open, his eyes wide open in death.

"Junior Brother Li, are you satisfied with this?"

Shen Ming sheathed his sword and looked at Li Wudao with a resolute expression.

The whole place was dead silent.

Everyone swallowed hard, their teeth chattering, and they looked at Shen Ming with some fear in their eyes.

Damn, another ruthless person!

Do you know the consequences of doing this?

Li Wudao looked at Shen Ming with great interest.

It must be said that the latter's courage moved him somewhat.

"know."

Shen Ming nodded emphatically, paused for a moment, and said, "I know what Junior Brother Li wants to ask..."

At this point, he gave a bitter smile, "I would rather be punished by the sect than become enemies with Junior Brother Li."

Whether in terms of talent, strength, or status, Li Wudao far surpasses him.

Making an enemy of such a potential powerhouse is not in line with Shen Ming's life motto of seeking advantage and avoiding harm.

"........."

Li Wudao looked at Shen Ming speechlessly; this was the first time he had ever heard such a reason.

It's quite novel.

He secretly used his double pupils, trying to catch a glimpse of something unusual on Shen Ming's face, and the result surprised him.

This guy seems genuinely unwilling to be his enemy.

So timid... uh, no... so rational?

Just as he was pondering this, a commotion arose not far away.

Upon learning that someone had committed murder in public, the elder of the Law Enforcement Hall, along with a group of deacons, rushed to the scene in a menacing manner.

The elder in charge glanced around and saw the two headless corpses on the ground. His face immediately darkened, and he shouted, "Who did this?!"

The disciples fell silent, pointing weakly at Li Wudao and Shen Ming.

The elder of the Law Enforcement Hall followed the gaze, and when he saw the boy's appearance, his gloomy and dignified expression vanished, replaced by an expression as if he had seen a ghost.

The older deacons also looked unpleasant, standing awkwardly in place.

Almost everyone in the Enforcement Hall knew of Li Wudao's troublesome nature and feared him.

The temple master had personally instructed them that if they encountered this boy, they should try not to antagonize him, report everything first, and avoid any conflict.

"Elder Liu, what's wrong?"

Seeing that the leading elder had remained silent for a long time, a newly appointed deacon couldn't help but ask.

"Cough cough, it's nothing, I just got some sand in my eye."

The elder of the Law Enforcement Hall coughed awkwardly, then rubbed his eyes and walked away nonchalantly.

"Ouch, I think I've got sand in my eye!"

Immediately afterward, several older deacons let out a strange cry, then pretended to cover their faces and left quickly.

Elder Liu, where are you all going?

The newly appointed deacon was dumbfounded and shouted anxiously, "The murderer is still here! According to the sect rules, shouldn't his cultivation be revoked and he be sent for trial?"

Having just been promoted to steward, I've encountered a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for advancement and promotion. How could I possibly let it slip by?

This shout immediately made everyone in the Enforcement Hall tremble and had no choice but to stop.

The elder of the Enforcement Hall, his face grim and somewhat annoyed, walked over, grabbed the newcomer's ear, and said in a low voice:

"You little brat, are you stupid? Do you even know who they are? All of us combined wouldn't be a match for them..."

"Little Tang, you only make thirty low-grade spirit stones a month, what are you risking your life for?"

"Exactly, it's a battle of gods, why should we get involved? Let's hurry up and leave, and just report the matter truthfully later."

Several senior deacons winked at each other, and after speaking, they didn't forget to smile obsequiously at Li Wudao before taking the arms of the new deacon and walking outside.

Under the astonished gazes of the disciples, the people from the Enforcement Hall arrived quickly and left just as quickly, disappearing in the blink of an eye.

"Just leave like that?"

The disciples were in turmoil, unable to calm down.

They had assumed that Li Wudao and Shen Ming, having committed murder in public, would definitely be arrested and brought back for trial.

Who would have thought that the Enforcement Hall, which had intimidated all the disciples of the sect, would leave empty-handed and slink away like that?!

Shen Ming was equally unsettled. He had prepared for the worst, but unexpectedly, the Enforcement Hall did not arrest him.

However, he knew very well that all of this was thanks to Li Wudao, and that Li Wudao's status alone was not enough to make the Law Enforcement Hall retreat.

The farce quickly subsided, and the busybodies gradually dispersed.

"Let's go."

Li Wudao left leisurely, chatting and laughing with Jiang Churan, Wang Zhao and others, as if he didn't care at all about the consequences of killing.

Shen Ming stood there, stunned, watching Li Wudao walking side by side with Jiang Churan. The calm demeanor emanating from the young man made Shen Ming's expression even more resolute.

He probably didn't make a mistake in today's move...

at that time.

The Young Master's Residence.

"Click——"

Inside the elegant room, Wu Shaotian's face was ashen. He angrily smashed his cup and said, "This Li Wudao has repeatedly ruined my plans. He deserves to die!"

"If I catch him, I will tear him limb from limb and grind him to dust!"

The roaring and cursing lasted for fifteen minutes before gradually stopping, revealing the extent of his hatred.

Seemingly exhausted from cursing, Wu Shaotian tilted his head back and gulped down a cup of tea, breathing heavily slightly.

Immediately, he looked toward the dimly lit corner and tentatively asked, "Is Elder Jin here?"

"This old servant is here. What are your orders, young master?"

An old man in black robes emerged from the darkness, his voice hoarse and his eyes as cold as a venomous snake.

"Find out everything about that kid: how many people are in his family, what enemies he has... I need to know everything about him!"

Wu Shaotian stood with his hands behind his back, a bloodthirsty smirk on his lips.

Those who opposed him are now buried under three-meter-high weeds.

He can't do anything to Li Wudao for the time being, but he can at least torment his relatives and friends, right?

"Yes."

The old servant in black robes agreed.

Suddenly, Wu Shaotian remembered something and casually asked, "By the way, where has Cheng Yuanliang been all this time?"

"Reporting to Young Master, Protector Cheng is currently collecting the virgin blood you require in the Great Yu Dynasty. It is estimated that it will take another half month..."

The old man in black robes replied hoarsely.

"Tell him to hurry up! With this virgin blood, my innate demonic body can finally reach its full potential!"

Wu Shaotian nodded in satisfaction.

"Young Master, a letter has arrived from the clan, asking when you can obtain the 'Heavenly Demon Heart.' The Ancestor is getting impatient..."

"Let's wait a bit longer; the time isn't right yet. Let them operate in the surrounding area for now."

..........

The main hall of the Xuantian Sect.

The elder of the Law Enforcement Hall truthfully reported the actions of Li Wudao and Shen Ming.

Murong Yan sat in the main seat, his face revealing neither joy nor anger. He remained silent, and the only sound in the quiet hall was the light tapping of his fingers on the table.

The elder of the Law Enforcement Hall stood tensely to the side, cautiously holding his breath.