e-booksonline Chapter 10 Demon Slayer Division
Chapter 10 Demon Slayer Division
Wang Hu's two messages caused a stir.
Fear crossed everyone's faces, and they couldn't help but whisper among themselves.
"Starfire Sword!"
Wang Yuan's pupils contracted, realizing that the bandits of White Horse Mountain were indeed searching for the Starfire Sword.
The bandits of White Horse Mountain wanted to kill Black Bear because they believed that Black Bear had obtained the Starfire Sword.
Although the bandits of White Horse Mountain failed to kill Hei Xiazi in yesterday's battle, they may have confirmed one thing: the Starfire Sword is not in Hei Xiazi's possession.
Near Black Wind Ridge, there is only one village, Wangjiazhai. If the Starfire Sword was picked up by someone, it could only have been picked up by someone from Wangjiazhai.
Therefore, the bandits of Baima Mountain leaked the information to Wang Hu.
Why are the bandits of White Horse Mountain so generous? It's almost as if they've changed their ways. They've even given up the Starfire Sword and given the message to Wang Hu.
Perhaps they haven't given up; they want to use Wang Hu to find the Starfire Sword.
If he were to take out the Starfire Sword now, would the people from White Horse Mountain get wind of it and come knocking again, forcing Wang Hu to hand it over?
Definitely!
But if he doesn't hand it over, and Hei Xiazi attacks Wangjiazhai a second time, can he stop him?
"No, even if we give the Starfire Sword to Wang Hu, he might not be able to harness its power!"
Wang Yuan suddenly remembered what Wang Qingshan had told him about the Earthly Fiend Spiritual Weapons; not just anyone could use them.
To obtain a Di Sha spiritual weapon, you must first refine it before you can use its power.
Based on his own experience, Wang Yuan knew that what Wang Qingshan said was true.
Wang Hu doesn't have an equipment slot, so he can't gain some power like I can by acquiring a spirit weapon.
Does he need to refine the Starfire Sword after obtaining it?
As for how to refine it, Wang Yuan didn't know, but based on his own situation, he roughly deduced that he probably had to learn the Starfire Sword Technique first, just like he did, in order to be able to draw upon the power within the Starfire Sword.
There was only half a day left until nightfall.
In half a day, Wang Hu could not possibly refine the Starfire Sword. This treasure would be less powerful in his own hands than in his own.
After all, without the power of the Starfire Sword, this treasure is only slightly sharper than an ordinary weapon.
"Wang Hu is lying!"
Wang Yuan's eyes flickered as he looked at Wang Hu standing on the high platform, feeling that something about the man was off.
Wang Hu's character is beyond question.
He risked his life by agreeing to Baima Mountain's conditions.
Uncle Tiejun was able to return to the village safely yesterday thanks to Wang Hu's efforts. Protecting Wang Family Village is more important to Wang Hu than his own life; these people wouldn't lie because they coveted the spirit weapon.
"Commander, are there really spirit soldiers on Black Wind Ridge? How did you get this information?"
A moment later, no one handed it over, but someone raised a question.
"The information was provided by bandits from White Horse Mountain."
Wang Hu glanced at the speaker and said, "The reason they wanted to hunt down Hei Xiazi was because they suspected that the spirit weapon had fallen into Hei Xiazi's hands, but it turned out that Hei Xiazi didn't have it."
"I was wondering why those bandits suddenly wanted to kill Black Bear."
"No one gets up early for nothing; they're willing to take this risk, so the news must be true."
"Is that Starfire Sword really that powerful, capable of slaying a demon-like black bear?"
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"Of course!"
Wang Hu frowned slightly, a hint of impatience flashing in his eyes, and said, "The Starfire Sword is no ordinary spiritual weapon; it is a weapon of slaughter with immense power. If I obtain this spiritual weapon, I will be seventy percent certain that I can kill Black Bear."
"Fellow villagers, if anyone has found this, please hand it over!"
"Yes, we might not be able to use this thing if we have it, but it's a different story in the hands of the military commander."
"Wang Juntou, do you think I'd still want your things? I'll definitely return them after I've used them."
Everyone was talking at once, but no one stepped forward.
Wang Yuan hesitated for a few moments but ultimately didn't ask how Wang Hu could guarantee that he would be able to use the Starfire Sword after obtaining it.
Should we let Wang Hu try it out privately?
Wang Yuan felt uneasy again. The bandits of White Horse Mountain were still eyeing the Starfire Sword. If the news leaked out, he wouldn't be able to protect this spiritual weapon, and Wang Family Village wouldn't be safe either. Losing the spiritual weapon and Black Bear breaking in tonight would be a real disaster.
Wang Hu patiently explained the pros and cons, and seeing that no one had taken it out, he sighed and said, "It seems that none of us have found the Starfire Sword. In that case, I suggest that we all go to Black Bear Mountain to look for it while it's still light out; perhaps we can find it."
"Commander, isn't this inappropriate?"
Wang Tiejun stood up and said, "Although Hei Xiazi was injured and driven away, Black Wind Ridge is his lair. If that beast sneaks back, no matter how many of us go, we'll all die."
"Yes, why don't we stay in the village and keep watch for another night? The officials will arrive tomorrow."
The hunters in the village already knew about Hei Xiazi's exorcism and murder. At this moment, Black Wind Ridge was a forbidden zone in everyone's minds, and no one dared to go there again.
"Hmph, if we don't take a gamble, are we just waiting to die?"
Wang Hu snorted coldly and said, "What if Hei Xiazi sneaks in at night? How will we defend ourselves? In that case, it won't be you who die, but our mothers, wives, and children!"
The crowd remained silent; some agreed to go, while others did not.
After all, it was still unknown whether the bear would come at night.
In the end, Wang Hu, relying on his prestige, persuaded nearly half of the hunters to go with him to Black Wind Ridge to find the Starfire Sword.
Wang Yuan didn't go; he knew he wouldn't find it. Since that was the case, he might as well stay home and practice his swordsmanship.
Wang Tiejun didn't go either. When the uncle and nephew returned home, Wang Tiejun looked worried the whole time.
"Uncle, are you worried that Black Bear might come at night?"
"I am indeed a little worried!"
Wang Tiejun nodded and said in a low voice, "Don't you think that Commander Wang seems like a different person since he came back this time?"
"Is there?"
Wang Yuan was taken aback. He hadn't had much contact with Wang Tiejun and didn't know him very well, so he didn't notice anything unusual. However, he did know that Wang Tiejun, as a formal member of the patrol team, had frequent contact with Wang Hu and they were quite familiar with each other.
"Wang Juntou is loyal and kind-hearted."
A look of admiration appeared in Wang Tiejun's eyes as he said, "But he's definitely not a domineering person. Knowing that going to Black Wind Ridge is fraught with danger, he wouldn't risk the villagers' lives for a mere possibility. In fact, based on my understanding of him, he won't reveal this matter; he'll likely be on guard in secret. If Black Bear really comes, he'll be the first to rush forward."
"Uncle, do you think if we make such a big fuss about finding the Starfire Sword and actually find it, the bandits from White Horse Mountain might come back?"
"You mean to say that Commander Wang has been bribed!"
Wang Tiejun shook his head and said, "Absolutely impossible, but you're right, those bandits definitely won't give up. That's what I'm wondering about. Commander Wang couldn't possibly be unaware of this, so why is he still doing this?"
The uncle and nephew thought about it for a long time, but still couldn't figure it out.
After they separated, Wang Yuan became even more certain that he had made the right decision not to reveal the Starfire Sword.
Wang Hu is indeed a problematic person.
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Name: Wang Yuan
Vitality: 7.4
Mental Power: 7.9
Comprehension: 4 (Swordsmanship +2)
Equipment: Starfire Sword (Mastery 38%)
As darkness fell, Wang Yuan ended his cultivation.
His cultivation level improved significantly, and the second move of the Starfire Sword Technique, Starfire Line, also gained some power. Most importantly, Wang Yuan's internal organs underwent a transformation.
After the transformation of his internal organs, Wang Yuan clearly felt the difference.
His breathing became longer and more even, and when practicing swordsmanship, he was able to absorb and refine spiritual energy at a faster pace.
It's about twice as fast as before.
At this moment, the spiritual energy within Wang Yuan's body had filled his internal organs.
Compared to yesterday, it's more than double or triple.
Suck……
Wang Yuan mobilized his spiritual energy, causing his lungs and internal organs to expand, each cell greedily opening its maw. His lungs and internal organs transformed into a black hole, instantly draining all the spiritual energy that filled his internal organs and storing it within them.
"It's about 30% full!"
Wang Yuan silently sensed it; the spiritual energy filling his lungs seemed plentiful, but in reality, it was somewhat superficial.
After the internal organs undergo transformation, the spiritual energy they can contain increases exponentially.
By observing the amount of spiritual energy contained within a person's lungs, Wang Yuan could roughly estimate the strength of a Foundation Establishment cultivator at the peak of their cultivation.
Of course, this only refers to strength!
In a life-or-death struggle, strength is not the only factor; spiritual weapons play a more significant role.
Wang Yuan felt this very deeply.
Without the Spirit Fire Sword, his current cultivation level would probably not even be able to break through Black Bear's defense.
With the Starfire Sword, he was able to injure Black Bear with a single strike two days ago.
At this moment, the Starfire Sword Palm's defense reached 38%. With the help of the Starfire Sword's terrifying power of law, Wang Yuan felt that he might not necessarily lose when facing Hei Xiazi.
Without the Starfire Sword, he would be no match for Black Bear.
For Wang Yuan, the Starfire Sword was like a sniper rifle from his previous life.
With this treasure, he was finally qualified to compete with Black Bear.
"Wang Hu said that the Starfire Sword is not an ordinary spiritual weapon; its killing power is even stronger."
When Wang Yuan recalled the streaks of crimson he saw when he used the Starfire Sword, he felt that Wang Hu was not exaggerating. The sword's killing power was indeed very strong, and it was no wonder that the bandits of White Horse Mountain coveted this treasure.
"Xiao Yuan, be careful tonight!"
"Mom, I know. I'll make sure the doors and windows are locked at night, and I'll patrol the neighborhood!"
Seeing the worried and concerned expressions on the mother and daughter's faces, Wang Yuan clenched his fist. If Hei Xiazi really dared to come tonight, he would let him taste the power of the Starfire Sword.
Wang Tiejun was already waiting for him outside the courtyard, his eyes filled with worry.
"Uncle, haven't the people who went to Black Wind Ridge returned yet?"
"No, it should be soon."
Wang Tiejun shook his head and said, "Even if Commander Wang wants the Starfire Sword, he has to consider everyone's safety. Black Wind Ridge is more dangerous at night than during the day."
"Okay, let's go eat first!"
Wang Yuan was starving, but thankfully the patrol team had provided him with meals these past few days, which allowed him to practice his swordsmanship in peace.
Otherwise, we really wouldn't be able to withstand it.
A sense of oppression permeated the temporary camp.
Everyone was eating with their heads down, their appetites noticeably reduced, and even the fragrant white rice didn't seem so appealing anymore.
Wang Yuan was unaffected and continued to eat voraciously.
After eating three bowls of rice, a commotion suddenly broke out at the gatehouse.
Everyone put down their bowls and stood up, running towards the gatehouse.
Wang Yuan glanced at the white rice in the bowl, put down the rice, and followed Wang Tiejun.
The village gate was open, and Wang Hu led dozens of hunters in. Judging from the dejected looks on their faces, they had been busy all afternoon without any success.
"Commander, where's Lao Liang?"
"Shui Sheng, Erniu!"
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A commotion broke out at the door; someone was missing!
"Lao Liang, Shui Sheng, and Er Niu have gone missing. We waited for them at the meeting point for quite a while, and they didn't return until it got dark."
"They've disappeared! They're all experienced hunters, how could they disappear!"
"Lao Liang often went hunting in Black Wind Ridge. Among the hunters in the village, no one knew Black Wind Ridge better than him. How could he possibly have disappeared?"
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An uproar erupted in the crowd, and Lao Liang's relatives surrounded Wang Hu, demanding an explanation.
It was thanks to Wang Hu's high prestige that the situation was not worse.
"Ladies and gentlemen, I am also very saddened by this incident."
A hint of guilt flashed in Wang Hu's eyes as he said, "I told you, Hei Xiazi isn't dead, he's just injured. Lao Liang and the others' disappearance might be related to Hei Xiazi, or it might be for other reasons. In any case, if I'm still alive tomorrow morning, I'll go back to Black Wind Ridge until I find them."
After reassuring the families of the several people, Wang Hu began to arrange the patrol.
Wang Yuan watched from the sidelines the whole time, but a chill crept into his heart.
He didn't know about others, but Lao Liangwang Yuan remembered.
On the day he found the Starfire Sword, Wang Tiejun specifically reminded him before he left that Lao Liang had just gone to Black Wind Ridge and encountered Black Bear, almost dying at Black Bear's hands.
Now, Lao Liang has disappeared!
This one case alone doesn't prove anything, but Shui Sheng, Er Niu, and others have also gone missing.
These people are also frequent visitors to Black Wind Ridge!
Therefore, the reason they disappeared was because someone thought they might have found the Starfire Sword.
"Could it have been done by bandits from White Horse Mountain?"
Thinking of this, another question arose in Wang Yuangang's mind.
If it was the bandits of Baima Mountain who did it, how did they obtain this information?
Only the people of Wangjiazhai knew this information. Could it be that someone had defected to the bandits and deliberately leaked the information?
Things are getting increasingly strange; there are enemies in the village!
Night fell!
Wangjiazhai was brightly lit!
Bonfires were lit in front of every household and in their courtyards, illuminating the entire village as if it were daytime, and even raising the temperature by several degrees.
Wang Yuan followed Wang Tiejun, and a group of more than ten hunters patrolled the streets.
Passing by a house, Wang Yuan keenly spotted shadowy figures moving inside through a crack in the window. On the last night, the Black Bear was likely to arrive, and it seemed no one in the entire village would be able to sleep peacefully.
The atmosphere was oppressive, as if a storm was about to break.
However, Black Bear did not come!
As dawn breaks, the rooster crows!
The adults and children of Wangjiazhai all breathed a sigh of relief.
They won, the crisis at Wangjiazhai is over, and the government officials will arrive today.
Around noon, the sound of horses' hooves broke the silence.
Wang Xun appeared in front of the gatehouse with a small team. Behind him was a seven-man squad, all dressed in black robes and exuding a fierce aura, clearly indicating their extraordinary abilities.
"They're from the Demon Slayer Bureau!"
"We're saved!"
The gates of the building were wide open, and a group of people rode into the village.
Hearing the commotion, Wang Yuan stopped practicing his swordplay, and his tense nerves relaxed.
The Demon Slayer Division arrived, and the crisis was resolved.