Two Arrangements

Zhao Ting walked out from the side, looking at Zhou Yunxuan.

"City Lord Zhou is indeed the lord of a city; he can appease the people with just a few words. I admire him."

"Hahaha... You, coming from the mouth of a Ghost Killer, that's quite an honor!"

Zhou Yunxuan shook his head and said helplessly.

"Alright, I won't banter with you. I need to go and oversee the Demon Suppressing Division, or that thing might not be quiet."

"Okay, see you tonight!"

"See you tonight!"

Zhao Ting turned and quickly left, his steps steady, his eyes revealing a firm determination.

As the head of the Demon Suppressing Division, he deeply understood the seriousness of this crisis.

The morale within the city had just stabilized, but the anomaly outside the city was watching intently, and they still didn't know what other tricks the enemy had up its sleeve.

Returning to the Demon Suppressing Division, Zhao Ting immediately summoned all members.

Inside the hall, the atmosphere was heavy, and everyone's faces carried a hint of tension.

"Everyone, tonight is the crucial moment for sealing the fierce creature, and also the most dangerous time for our Yunzhou City. The anomaly outside the city has already begun to stir, and there may be enemy spies within the city."

Zhao Ting's gaze swept over everyone, "We, the Demon Suppressing Division, as the backbone of guarding Yunzhou City, must not retreat! We must ensure the sealing ceremony proceeds smoothly and never allow the fierce creature to escape!"

"Yes!"

Everyone responded in unison, their voices echoing through the hall, greatly boosting morale.

"Now, I will assign tasks. Group one is responsible for patrolling the city, focusing on investigating suspicious individuals. Upon discovering men in black or those acting strangely, apprehend them immediately;

Group two will follow me to set up defenses near the sealing ground, preventing anyone from disrupting the seal under cover of chaos;

Group three will assist the City Guards in defending the city gates, resisting the anomaly's attack. Do you all understand?"

"Understood!"

Everyone received their orders and quickly took action.

At the same time, Zhou Yunxuan was not idle either.

He returned to the City Lord's Mansion and immediately summoned the City Guards generals to discuss countermeasures.

"Now that the anomaly is attacking, the city gates are of utmost importance. You must hold your positions and not allow a single anomaly to enter the city. At the same time, pay attention to the movements within the city, preventing anyone from taking advantage of the situation."

Zhou Yunxuan said sternly.

"Rest assured, City Lord, we will defend the city gates to the death and repay the country with our lives!" the generals said in unison.

After arranging the City Guards' defenses, Zhou Yunxuan happened to see Zhou Ruixue entering from the doorway.

"Xiaoxue, come over here!"

"Father, what do you need me for?"

"Tonight is the night of the full moon. Haven't you gathered a group of companions for the assessment?! Father has a task for you."

"A task?"

"Yes, gather them and form a small team to patrol the city tonight."

Zhou Yunxuan's expression was serious, his eyes revealing an unquestionable determination.

"The situation is complex. There's an anomaly eyeing us outside the city, and there may be enemy spies lurking within, moving around."

"You and your companions are among the best of the younger generation. I believe you have the ability to discover those hidden dangers. Once you encounter suspicious individuals or unexpected situations, immediately send a signal, and the Demon Suppressing Division and the City Guards will provide support as quickly as possible."

Zhou Ruixue's heart tightened. She knew that this matter carried great responsibility, but she also understood that this was her father's trust in her.

"Father, don't worry, I will definitely complete the task."

"Good, time is of the essence, go gather them now. Remember, be careful and protect yourself."

Zhou Yunxuan patted Zhou Ruixue's shoulder, his eyes full of concern.

Zhou Ruixue nodded and turned to leave in a hurry.

She quickly contacted those companions who were participating in the assessment together.

After briefly explaining the situation, everyone expressed their willingness to follow her arrangements.

Soon, a patrol team composed of young martial cultivators was assembled.

Zhou Ruixue looked at the young and energetic faces before her, and a warm current surged in her heart.

"Everyone, our mission tonight is arduous and concerns the safety of Yunzhou City. Everyone, perk up and don't let any suspicious details go unnoticed."

"Don't worry, Miss Zhou, we will do our best!" everyone said in unison.

"Good, everyone rest for a while, and we'll start patrolling in an hour!"

After Zhou Ruixue gave her instructions, she immediately turned to look for Qin Bo.

But she searched the entire City Lord's Mansion and couldn't find Qin Bo.

Meanwhile, the person in question had already started strolling around the city.

Without realizing it, he had wandered to where the Demon Suppressing Division was located.

As Qin Bo approached the Demon Suppressing Division, he sensed a powerful vital energy fluctuation, indicating that the defenses here were very tight.

He was about to leave when a stern voice came over.

"Halt, who are you?" A young man holding a long saber blocked Qin Bo's path.

"Uh... are you asking me?"

"Nonsense, who else would I be asking? What are you planning, coming to the Demon Suppressing Division's entrance?"

Qin Bo was taken aback; this kid was incredibly rude. Not wanting to bother with him, he turned to leave.

"Trying to leave?! Stay right there!" The man was furious, drawing his saber and slashing at Qin Bo.

"Hmph!" Qin Bo snorted coldly; this kid attacked without rhyme or reason. If he were weak, wouldn't he be crippled today?

Sidestep, turn, clench fist, strike. All in one smooth motion.

Qin Bo's punch contained power far exceeding the Body Tempering Realm Completion, directly hitting the man's wrist, which was holding the saber.

With a "crack," the sound of bone breaking came from the man's wrist, and the long saber clattered to the ground.

The man cried out in pain, flying backward several feet and crashing heavily to the ground.

"You..."

The man looked at Qin Bo with a face full of horror; he didn't expect the person before him to be so powerful.

Just then, a group of people poured out of the Demon Suppressing Division.

Leading them was a middle-aged martial artist, who looked at the man struggling in pain on the ground, then at Qin Bo, his face darkening: "Who are you? Why are you causing trouble here?"

Qin Bo frowned and said, "I was just passing by, and he attacked me without a word."

The middle-aged martial artist sized Qin Bo up.

Sensing the impressive vital energy fluctuation from Qin Bo, he was secretly wary.

But on the surface, he still said sternly, "The Demon Suppressing Division is an important place; you can't just come and go as you please. Come inside and explain yourself."

Qin Bo felt somewhat helpless, but he knew that this matter couldn't be explained clearly.

So he nodded and followed the group into the Demon Suppressing Division.

As soon as he entered, Qin Bo saw Old Taoist Songhe hurrying over from inside.

"Oh, Qin boy, what are you doing here?"

"Taoist Master, this is a misunderstanding!"

"Misunderstanding? What happened?"

Old Taoist Songhe looked at the people around Qin Bo, asking with a puzzled expression.

Qin Bo recounted what had just happened. Old Taoist Songhe smiled helplessly upon hearing it.

"You kid, you really are a blockhead."

Old Taoist Songhe shook his head with a smile, then turned to Elder Sun and said.

"Elder Sun, this Qin Bo is someone I know; he is upright and honest, and I'm sure he wouldn't cause trouble for no reason. I hope you can forgive the misunderstanding just now."