The Huang Family's Demise, The Red-Clothed Woman

After talent evolution, it doesn't mean the original talent disappears—rather, it's as if it merges into a higher-level talent.

Thus, Chen Feng's eyesight had been enhanced.

Just moments ago, he had already prepared himself to flee directly.

In the night, he would kite Huang Haisheng and shoot him down.

But the sudden red light in the darkness directly repelled Huang Haisheng, even sending him fleeing in terror.

Judging by the screams coming from the darkness, even if Huang Haisheng wasn't dead, he certainly wasn't in good shape.

Moreover, what stunned Chen Feng at this moment was that red light—if he wasn't mistaken, was that a flying sword?

Was this a Martial World or a Cultivation World?

All kinds of thoughts flashed through his mind.

And just then, a figure descended from the darkness.

A slender form, clad in red robes, with a delicate face and a strand of hair at her temple lifted by the breeze—she should have looked like the girl next door, yet she gave off a fiery, impetuous aura.

The moment she landed, she said directly: "These believers of the Demon Cult really deserve to die!"

"I was a bit careless—he actually had a complete dose of Evil God Blood on him. Even after destroying most of his body, he still managed to escape."

"But he's been hit by my Sword Qi, so he won't be able to act for at least a few months."

"Where are you from? How did you discover this Demon Cult gathering place?"

The Red-clothed Woman looked at Chen Feng in the darkness and asked directly.

In her eyes, it was as if flames flickered.

Her gaze, almost tangible, swept over Chen Feng before he could even answer.

The Red-clothed Woman frowned slightly and said: "Already eighteen?"

"Awakening a martial artist talent at this age—it's a bit late!"

"It looks like you were lacking resources before, so you got delayed."

"Judging by the strength in your hands, you've awakened a Strength Aspect martial artist talent? And your eyesight has some enhancement too?"

As she spoke, the Red-clothed Woman sounded a bit regretful.

With just a glance, she had clearly figured out Chen Feng's physical condition and voiced the questions in her mind.

Hearing her words, Chen Feng was already somewhat shocked.

He hadn't expected that a single meeting would let this Red-clothed Woman see through his situation.

In that instant, he had felt his skin tighten all over.

"This must be a Martial Arts Expert!" Chen Feng thought to himself.

He was also somewhat amazed.

He hadn't expected to encounter a stronger figure in this world so soon.

Judging by the words Huang Haisheng shouted before fleeing, this woman was actually the legendary Demon Patrol Envoy.

From what he had heard from Liu Yuan before, the Demon Patrol Envoy belonged to the Official Faction.

In a short span of time, various thoughts flashed through his mind, and he quickly formed an idea.

Chen Feng cupped his hands and said solemnly: "Thank you, Fairy, for saving me. This Humble One is a native of Black Mountain Village here."

"Three days ago, I was forced and framed by this Huang Lao Si. I encountered a demon in the mountains and barely managed to escape with my life."

"Since I only know archery, I've been practicing at home, but Huang Lao Si refused to let things go. These past few days, he's been trying to kill me."

"With no other choice, This Humble One had to fight back."

"I truly didn't expect that Huang Lao Si would turn out to be a demon."

Chen Feng spoke, hiding nothing except his own panel.

He had no idea what this Demon Patrol Envoy's personality or intentions were.

If she misunderstood him, she might kill him with a single sword strike.

While he had been confident he could ambush Huang Haisheng from the shadows before, facing this Red-clothed Sword Cultivator before him, every part of his body was sounding an alarm.

Too terrifying.

Definitely not someone he could handle at his current level.

Hearing this, the Red-clothed Woman finally showed a hint of surprise in her eyes: "You've only just awakened?"

"And you're from this village?"

Chen Feng looked a bit bewildered and said: "Yes, but I don't know what this 'talent' thing is."

Right now, he had some thoughts in his mind.

About the awakening and evolution of various Cultivation Skills and talents.

This was his Golden Finger, or did this world also have such things?

Upon hearing this, the Red-clothed Woman glanced at Chen Feng, then without further explanation, simply said, "I understand."

"These Huang Family belongings are your spoils of war. You may take them now."

Chen Feng quickly smiled and replied, "If not for the Fairy's final intervention, This Humble One would likely be dead. These things should all belong to the Fairy."

He had no idea what this Red-clothed Woman's temperament or thoughts truly were.

As for these items, he naturally wouldn't take the initiative to claim them.

As his words fell, the Red-clothed Woman laughed and said, "I wouldn't stoop to coveting your meager possessions. But the commotion here has already drawn the attention of other martial artists."

"Pick two chests for yourself and leave first!"

Chen Feng smiled. "Thank you, Fairy."

There were about seven chests in the area, the largest over a meter long, with a few already opened, containing mostly clothes and such.

Chen Feng showed no particular interest in these.

He then directly selected two small sealed chests near where Huang Haisheng had been, each no more than a foot in length, width, and height.

Aside from being easier to carry while using Stealth, these smaller items might also yield better rewards.

The Red-clothed Woman nodded. "Mm. Don't wander off in the coming days. The situation in Black Mountain has also drawn many Demon Cult disciples. With your current strength, running into even one would likely mean death."

"I will come find you again."

Chen Feng was startled inwardly and quickly cupped his hands. "Yes, thank you, Fairy."

Then, without any lingering attachment to the rest of the Huang Family's wealth, he turned and left directly.

After all, without the Fairy's intervention, even if he had managed to drag himself through killing Huang Haisheng, he would have been severely wounded.

Or worse outcomes were possible.

And at that moment, he could already hear sounds of breaking air in the distance.

This made his heart tighten.

Clearly, other martial artists were arriving.

As for what exactly was happening in Black Mountain, he had no desire to investigate now.

He didn't even ask.

He knew well that the more he knew, the faster he would die.

He wasn't capable of that yet.

So he turned and left without hesitation.

The moment he stepped into the darkness, he immediately activated his Stealth Skill.

Amid the shadows, he made his way back.

[You have hidden yourself in the darkness. Your Stealth Skill proficiency +2.]

That night, he had used a great many skills and techniques, and was utterly exhausted.

The only thing weighing on his mind was that Huang Haisheng had actually escaped.

From his brief interaction, it seemed the Red-clothed Woman was clearly capable of killing Huang Haisheng. He didn't know why she hadn't acted.

The Red-clothed Woman stood still, her expression calm. When she saw Chen Feng vanish into the darkness, a flicker of surprise crossed her eyes. "What's this? He disappeared from my perception that quickly?"

If not for her own senses, even her naked eye would struggle to spot Chen Feng.

At that moment, the sounds of breaking air ceased, and several figures landed outside the Huang Family estate.