Skin-Peeling Demon, City Lord's Daughter

Skin-Peeling Demon.

According to the Demon Compendium in the Demon Suppression Division, this is an extremely peculiar type of demon.

They have no fixed form and are best at peeling off their target's skin to perfectly impersonate them, blending into crowds.

Furthermore, they can imitate not only appearances but even parts of the target's memories, habits, and even micro-expressions so vividly that it's hard to tell the difference between real and fake.

What's even more terrifying is that Skin-Peeling Demons have immense growth potential, feeding on human essence and resentment. The more targets they skin, the stronger they become.

"That's right, the higher-ups in the Division also suspect a Skin-Peeling Demon is responsible!"

Zhao Tie's face was extremely grim.

"The latest victim is the only daughter of the city's richest man, Steward Wang. This has completely set the entire commandery city ablaze! The city is in a panic now, especially the young ladies from wealthy families, who are so scared they don't even dare to leave their homes."

"The Commander is furious and has already classified this case as a Four-star Mission, ordering all Bronze-ranked Envoys in the Division to find this Skin-Peeling Demon within seven days!"

Li Rui added.

Lin Feng rubbed his chin. A five-star mission would surely have a very generous reward.

"Alright, this case I..."

Before the words "take it" could leave his mouth.

The gates of the Demon Suppression Division were suddenly violently kicked open from the outside.

A figure in fiery red, like a whirlwind, rushed in, followed by over a dozen City Lord's Mansion guards with imposing auras.

"Where are the people from the Demon Suppression Division? Get out here!"

A crisp, yet spoiled and furious shout echoed throughout the front courtyard of the Demon Suppression Division.

The one who had arrived was a young girl, about eighteen or nineteen years old.

She was dressed in a fiery red tight-fitting outfit that accentuated her voluptuous figure.

Her skin was as white as snow, her features exquisite, and her pair of large, spirited eyes were currently burning with intense rage.

Her long, jet-black hair was tied high with a red ribbon, tracing a dashing arc in the air with her movements.

The entire person was like a burning flame, full of youthful vitality and wild charm.

"It's the City Lord's daughter, Ling Yue'er!"

"My goodness, why is this little devil here?"

"The number one little demoness of Nan Yan Commandery, whoever messes with her is asking for trouble. I heard that the last time some arrogant young master from a noble family dared to flirt with her, she broke three of his legs right there on the street!"

Upon seeing the arrival, the Demon Slayers scattered like they had seen a plague god, retreating several paces.

"I'm asking you! Was Uncle Wang's sister Wan'er killed by a monster?!"

Ling Yue'er's eyebrows shot up, and with a crack of her horsewhip, she drew a clear mark on the ground.

"You bunch of useless good-for-nothings at the Demon Suppression Division! You claim to slay demons and protect the land, but what's the result? Monsters are killing people right under your noses, and you can't even let out a fart! What's the point of the court supporting you?!"

Her barrage of insults made the Demon Slayers present blush furiously, yet they dared not retort.

Firstly, she was the City Lord's only daughter, with a noble status.

Secondly, what she said was indeed the truth.

Just then, Chu Mengxi arrived upon hearing the commotion.

Her injuries had long since healed, and she had even benefited from the misfortune, her cultivation having advanced significantly. Seeing Ling Yue'er causing such a scene, she couldn't help but frown.

"Miss Ling, this is a sensitive area of the Demon Suppression Division. Please choose your words carefully."

Chu Mengxi's voice was as cold as ice. "Regarding the Skin-Peeling Demon case, our Demon Suppression Division is already investigating with all its might and will definitely provide an explanation to the citizens of the commandery city."

"An explanation? What kind of explanation?"

Seeing Chu Mengxi, Ling Yue'er became even more incensed.

In Nan Yan Commandery, she and Chu Mengxi were known as the "Ice and Fire Twin Beauties."

One was like an ice mountain snow lotus, cold and aloof.

The other was like a fiery rose, passionate and burning.

The two had been incompatible since birth, and ever since Chu Mengxi arrived, they had competed countless times, openly and secretly.

"By the time you slowpokes finish investigating, will all the girls in the city be dead? I'm putting it out there today! I'm going to be involved in this case too! I want to catch that damned monster with my own hands and avenge Sister Wan'er!"

Ling Yue'er placed her hands on her hips.

"Nonsense!"

Chu Mengxi flatly refused. "A Skin-Peeling Demon is extremely dangerous, and you, a..."

Before she could finish, Ling Yue'er's eyes lit up as if she had discovered a new continent, and she stared intently at Lin Feng behind Chu Mengxi.

"Wow! What a handsome young man!"

Ling Yue'er's beautiful eyes swept over Lin Feng, filled with undisguised admiration and curiosity.

"Hey, Chu Mengxi, who is this guy? When did your Demon Suppression Division get such a gem? Why haven't I seen him before?"

Chu Mengxi: "..."

Lin Feng: "..."

Zhao Tie and Li Rui, meanwhile, were desperately holding back laughter, their shoulders shaking.

"His name is Lin Feng. He's a newly promoted Bronze Rank Envoy in our Demon Suppression Division."

Chu Mengxi introduced him, barely suppressing the urge to roll her eyes.

"Lin Feng?"

Ling Yue'er tilted her head, thought for a moment, then clapped her hands.

"Oh! I remember now! You're that Lin Yama who single-handedly took down Black Wind City and scattered the ashes of the Old Demon of Black Wind?!"

Her gaze towards Lin Feng instantly shifted from admiration to fervent worship.

"So you're that legendary figure! My apologies, my apologies!"

Ling Yue'er took two quick steps to reach Lin Feng, grabbed his arm, and said familiarly, "Brother Lin! You absolutely must help me! Wan'er is my childhood friend, and she died so horribly! You're so powerful, you can definitely catch that monster, right?"

As she spoke, she looked at Lin Feng with her large, watery eyes, her gaze pitiful. Tears instantly welled up, making her look as if she were about to cry.

Lin Feng was amazed by how quickly she changed her demeanor.

The Oscars owed this girl an award for Best Actress.

Lin Feng calmly withdrew his arm and said flatly, "I will investigate the case. You cannot follow."

"Why?!"

Ling Yue'er immediately became unhappy, pouting her lips.

"You look down on me? Let me tell you, this young lady is very capable! I'm already at the eighth level of the Meridian Opening Realm! I definitely won't hold you back!"

Eighth level of the Meridian Opening Realm?

Lin Feng glanced at her. Her aura was weak and her foundation unstable; it was clear she had been forced to that level with pills.

If it came down to a real fight, she probably couldn't even beat a good-for-nothing like Wei Jin.

"Too weak."

Lin Feng concisely uttered two words.

"You!"

Ling Yue'er's face turned completely red from being choked back. In her entire life, no one had ever dared to call her weak to her face!

"You... you scoundrel! You don't know what's good for you! I'm going to follow you no matter what! I want to see just how powerful you are!"

Her spoiled temper flared up, and she resorted to shameless tactics.

"Guards! From today onwards, you will follow Lord Lin for twelve hours a day! Wherever he goes, you go! You'll pay for his meals and keep watch while he sleeps! Let's see where he can run off to!"

The dozen or so guards from the City Lord's mansion behind her looked at each other with bitter faces.

This...

What was this all about?

Chu Mengxi rubbed her temples, a headache forming.

This little devil was determined to latch onto Lin Feng.

As for Lin Feng, looking at the unreasonable girl before him, a hint of an unnoticeable, playful smile flashed in his eyes.

A Skin-Peeling Demon... the City Lord's daughter...

This seemed like an interesting combination.