So You're Li Xuanxiao!

A mere constable, daring to judge the very person who saved Ning'an City from disaster.

How absurd!

"If it weren't for Lord Li, could you be sleeping soundly here?"

"If it weren't for Lord Li, could you be getting paid your monthly wage so leisurely?"

"If it weren't for Lord Li, someone like you would have already become demon fodder!"

Uh... how are you managing to insult me while praising me at the same time?

Li Xuanxiao stared blankly at Ling Yan, starting to admire the man's talent.

Seeing Li Xuanxiao's expression, Ling Yan's anger flared up!

However, to maintain his image in front of Si Miaoyin, he couldn't lash out.

It would be beneath him to stoop to the level of such a minor figure.

He simply ordered Li Xuanxiao to summon the county magistrate.

"Tell them someone from the Demon Slayer Division is here."

Li Xuanxiao finally reacted this time: "You're an Inspector from the Demon Slayer Division?"

"Kid, it seems you have some knowledge! Announce us quickly!"

Li Xuanxiao shook his head: "I can't."

Ling Yan's expression turned cold: "What do you mean?"

"The county magistrate is already dead."

What!?

The county magistrate is dead?

"How did the county magistrate die?"

Li Xuanxiao answered truthfully: "Li Xuanxiao killed him."

!!!!!

Ling Yan and Si Miaoyin's minds simultaneously short-circuited.

The great hero who slayed demons and devils in the eyes of the people was a murderer who killed the county magistrate?

Or was it that the murderer who killed the county magistrate later became the great hero who slayed demons and devils?

Ling Yan's expression shifted, and he felt an itch in his head, as if his brain were about to grow.

"Hey, hey."

Li Xuanxiao waved his hand in front of the two of them.

Ling Yan turned his head: "Don't talk, I'm thinking."

"Oh, my apologies."

Li Xuanxiao immediately stopped, as interrupting someone's thoughts was a very impolite act.

"Never mind, I won't overthink it. Who is in charge in Ning'an City now? Call him over!"

As soon as he finished speaking.

Hurried footsteps sounded from outside the door.

Several constables arrived together.

Upon seeing Si Miaoyin and Ling Yan, their expressions changed, and they immediately cupped their fists in greeting.

"Constable Wang Debiao of Ning'an City, greetings to you two Inspectors!"

The other constables also greeted them respectfully.

Si Miaoyin nodded: "Constables, you may dispense with the formalities."

"We are here to assess the situation in Ning'an City."

"We ask for your cooperation in our inspection mission."

The constables nodded repeatedly: "We will cooperate, we will definitely cooperate!"

Si Miaoyin chuckled lightly: "Then, the first thing we'd like to understand is, who exactly is this Lord Li?"

"And why did he murder an official appointed by the court?"

The constables' brows creased with indecision, their eyes glancing at Li Xuanxiao, who was standing by watching the unfolding events, unsure of how to respond.

"Uh... this... that..."

Ling Yan's face hardened: "What 'this' and 'that'? Just answer when you're asked!"

"I know that Lord Li is very powerful, but with me here, you don't need to fear him. Speak freely!"

Ling Yan mistakenly believed that the constables were afraid of Lord Li's intimidating power and dared not tell the truth.

He immediately unleashed his Profound Realm aura without reservation.

A terrifying pressure descended on the spot. While it wouldn't harm the constables, it placed immense psychological strain on them.

Li Xuanxiao, who was spectating from the side, raised an eyebrow slightly.

He inwardly rejoiced, thankful that he was also in the Profound Realm. Otherwise, his life would no longer be his own.

Each realm was a chasm, a completely different concept.

Within the same realm, those with talent might be able to fight above their level.

But with a difference of a major realm, there was almost no possibility of confrontation.

Cold sweat dripped from the constables.

Wang Debiao showed a struggling expression and said helplessly, "Please, sirs, do not blame Li Xuanxiao."

"He was truly pushed to his limits."

The other constables chimed in their agreement.

Ling Yan was taken aback, not expecting them to say such a thing.

Could there be a hidden reason behind this?

"Oh? Please, constables, tell us everything!"

The constables immediately recounted how the county magistrate had been passively neglecting his duties, yielding to demons step by step, selling out martial artists, and only seeking self-preservation.

Si Miaoyin and Ling Yan listened, their brows furrowing gradually.

They couldn't imagine what kind of lives people lived under the rule of such a magistrate.

Demons could actually enter the city and openly prey on humans.

In the end, the magistrate even compromised and allowed demons to hunt martial artists!

What kind of behavior was this?

Betraying their own kind, betraying their colleagues, offering them up to demons, all for the sake of their own survival and career advancement.

Si Miaoyin gritted her teeth, her small face flushed red, a faint anger in her beautiful eyes.

Ling Yan narrowed his eyes. If he had been there, he probably would have been unable to resist beheading the magistrate!

But no matter how evil the magistrate was, he was ultimately an official appointed by the court.

Even if his crimes were heinous, he should be judged by the court.

Not by a mere constable.

Disobeying superiors and killing an official was no minor offense.

"Li Xuanxiao had no choice but to resort to this desperate measure."

"After killing the magistrate, he conducted a thorough cleansing of the demons that had entered the city!"

"Not only that, but he even ventured alone into the demon territory, disregarding his own life, all to restore peace and order to Ning'an City."

"Esteemed Inspectors, Li Xuanxiao is truly Ning'an City's great benefactor."

"Please do not punish him; he truly made us weep."

Li Xuanxiao started picking at the floor again. How could these old fellows say such sentimental things!

Ling Yan remained silent.

Si Miaoyin's eyes turned slightly red.

A noble image of someone who sacrificed himself, not hesitating to bear the blame to serve the people and eradicate evil, quietly took shape in her heart.

She had made up her mind!

She would definitely plead his case earnestly.

Such a selfless person would surely be shown leniency by her uncle!

"I understand. Please, constables, invite Lord Li here."

"I will do everything in my power to lessen his punishment! I promise!"

The single word "invite" carried a great deal of meaning.

Ling Yan frowned slightly but didn't say much more.

Deep down, he also greatly approved of Lord Li's actions.

Even his previous displeasure towards him had significantly faded.

The constables fell silent again upon hearing this.

Their gazes frequently flickered towards Li Xuanxiao, who was still spectating from not too far away.

Si Miaoyin looked confused. She asked them to invite the person, so why were they looking at him?

Could it be that he was Lord Li?

The moment the thought surfaced, she almost laughed at herself.

This young constable looked about the same age as her.

In a small place like Ning'an City, reaching the Profound Realm at this age is already quite remarkable!

Did they really think everyone was a genius like themselves?

Moreover, achieving their current realm wasn't solely due to talent.

As the daughter of a martial arts family from the royal city, martial arts resources were absolutely abundant.

Even if this corner of Ning'an City poured all its efforts into cultivating one person, they couldn't achieve this!

Li Xuanxiao touched his nose. Seeing the gazes of several constables, he couldn't pretend to be oblivious any longer.

He strode forward to the two confused individuals.

"My lords, the Li Xuanxiao you are looking for..."

"Is me."

What!?

Ling Yan was greatly shocked.

Si Miaoyin's beautiful eyes widened, her expression nearly one of utter astonishment.

Li Xuanxiao glanced at Si Miaoyin, surprised that her cherry-like small mouth could open so wide!

She has potential!

In that instant, Billy knew he had to marry Jenny!