The Coming Storm

The Hall Master of the Patrol Hall looked utterly astonished.

With such generous terms, he couldn't think of any reason to refuse.

Yet, Li Xuanxiao had refused.

Why do martial artists slay demons?

Setting aside the generational hatred between humans and demons for a moment.

Most martial artists risked their lives to slay demons, ultimately to obtain more resources and improve their own cultivation and strength.

To live longer and go further in this damned world.

So they wouldn't be killed by demons one day.

And he had promised to provide Li Xuanxiao with all the resources needed for his cultivation!

Even this couldn't move him?

The Hall Master of the Patrol Hall took a deep breath: "Why?"

Li Xuanxiao sighed softly: "A sapling cannot grow into a towering tree in a greenhouse."

"A calm sea cannot train excellent sailors."

"My current strength was forged through countless life-or-death battles with demons."

"If I had been born in a place of peace, my talent might never have been discovered, and I wouldn't have developed so well."

"So let flowers be flowers, and trees be trees."

"Let me become me!"

The Hall Master of the Patrol Hall raised an eyebrow, looking at Li Xuanxiao with even greater admiration.

To say such things at such a young age!

If he had only been shocked by Li Xuanxiao's talent before, he was now moved by his vision.

This young man...

He would surely become an extraordinary figure in the future!

The Hall Master of the Patrol Hall gave Li Xuanxiao a deep look: "Very well, since you've said so, I won't force you any further."

"Many things have happened recently, and I have a vague sense of foreboding."

"If you go out to slay demons, you must be extra careful."

Li Xuanxiao nodded. The Hall Master's words did remind him.

He hadn't yet reported the news of the New Demon Emperor's imminent arrival in Pei Province to the Demon Slayer Division.

"Hall Master, I have something else to report to you."

"Go ahead."

"When I went to slay demons this time, as a demon was dying, it revealed a piece of information."

"A new Demon Emperor will descend upon Pei Province!"

"The tragedy that occurred in Youpu City was actually a welcoming ceremony for this new Demon Emperor."

Upon hearing this, the Hall Master of the Patrol Hall's expression immediately turned solemn.

He looked at Li Xuanxiao: "This is your mission reward."

A jade token flew towards Li Xuanxiao, who reached out and caught it.

"It contains 1000 Contribution Points, with the additional compensation factored in."

"The intelligence you provided is very valuable, and I must report it to the General immediately!"

With that, the Hall Master of the Patrol Hall departed.

Li Xuanxiao looked at the jade token in his hand, a smile appearing unconsciously.

He could now go and exchange it for several Profound Realm cultivation techniques and martial arts!

He immediately set off for the Technique Tower.

Walking past various types of techniques, Li Xuanxiao pondered silently.

All the cultivation techniques and martial arts he had learned so far came from Buddhist Sects.

Although powerful, they felt somewhat incongruous when he used them.

He was, after all, a martial artist who carried a blade.

He should at least find a martial art that suited his weapon.

Right, he also needed to find a movement technique!

Currently, he only had "Rainbow Light Travel," but that was a flying technique for long-distance travel.

For evasive maneuvers in close-quarters combat, this technique's effectiveness was quite limited.

Each profession has its specialty; he needed to choose a dedicated movement technique.

After some selection, he chose a mid-grade Profound Realm saber technique and a mid-grade Profound Realm movement technique.

"Law-Breaking Qi-Extinguishing Slash" and "Bone-Clinging Shadow."

[Martial Art Recorded - "Law-Breaking Qi-Extinguishing Slash"!]

[Martial Art Recorded - "Bone-Clinging Shadow"!]

[Consumed 100 Demon Points, "Law-Breaking Qi-Extinguishing Slash" has achieved Basic Understanding!]

[Consumed 100 Demon Points, "Bone-Clinging Shadow" has achieved Basic Understanding!]

After bringing the two mid-grade Profound Realm martial arts to the entry-level, his Demon Points dropped from 330 to 130.

Li Xuanxiao let out a wry smile, feeling like the Demon Points in his hand were never enough.

Whether it was for upgrading martial arts and techniques, or for future deductions.

A large amount of Demon Points would be needed.

Slay demons, slay demons, must slay demons!

Li Xuanxiao headed straight for the Mission Hall.

He didn't rush to accept a mission but instead asked the staff if there was a type of mission that didn't have a specific target, but instead issued Contribution Points based solely on the number and realm of demons killed.

After some inquiries, there indeed was!

All one had to do was carry a specially made recording Jade Token, which would record how many demons you killed and their approximate realms.

Then, upon returning to the Demon Slayer Division, Contribution Points would be issued based on the information in the Jade Token.

Li Xuanxiao rejoiced; this was it!

This was much more efficient than the fixed missions from before!

He no longer had to search for specific demons but could act as he pleased.

He could just return and exchange for Contribution Points.

It was practically tailor-made for him!

Li Xuanxiao immediately followed the requirements and received a recording Jade Token.

With the New Demon Emperor's arrival imminent, this period of relative peace and tranquility would inevitably be shattered.

He had to improve his strength as quickly as possible to deal with whatever might happen.

Li Xuanxiao transformed into a rainbow light and began his uncertain journey of slaying demons.

The news of the New Demon Emperor's impending arrival in Pei Province was soon announced within the Demon Slayer Division.

It caused quite a stir, with countless martial artists showing grave expressions, clearly understanding the implications.

The Pei Province Demon Slayer Division, including the General, had a total of nine martial artists in the Mystic Realm.

However, the demons had as many as twelve Demon Emperors!

If not for the General's formidable strength, Pei Province would have long ago been unable to maintain its peace.

But now, with a New Demon Emperor descending, even the strongest General would struggle to maintain the balance.

It would be great if the Demon Slayer Division could gain another Mystic Realm martial artist.

A shadow gradually loomed over everyone's hearts.

Pei Province was about to face a drastic change...

The eight Hall Masters each implemented a series of measures within their halls to ensure everyone recognized the gravity of the situation.

They also offered numerous resources and higher base Contribution Points to boost morale.

The effect was limited, but it did curb the spread of negative sentiment.

Si Miaoyin frowned slightly as she read the letter in her hand.

This letter from her family also mentioned the news of the New Demon Emperor's arrival in Pei Province.

The information within was much more detailed than what Li Xuanxiao had brought back.

From the letter, she learned that not only Pei Province, but the demons in the other eight provinces were also showing signs of unrest.

Either new Demon Emperors had arrived, or demons had suddenly begun to invade cities more frequently.

Some had even started organized and planned hunts targeting martial artists of the Demon Slayer Division.

This demonic action was not limited to Pei Province but encompassed the entire Great Yu Dynasty!

It could be foreseen that there would be more frequent demonic activity in the future.

The letter concluded by stating that the family had dispatched martial artists to Pei Province to escort her back to the Royal City in advance, to return to the family.

Staying in the Royal City was clearly much safer than staying in Pei Province.

After all, the Great Yu Royal City had the most high-level martial artists. It was even rumored... to have those above the Mystic Realm!

Si Miaoyin silently finished reading the letter, but Li Xuanxiao's figure appeared in her mind.

This kid, ever since he came to the Demon Slayer Division, it seemed he hadn't spent a single proper day here.

He was either out on missions or out on missions every day.

And now, he didn't know where he had run off to.

In this situation, still running around everywhere, he was truly