Death Canyon

Taking advantage of the cover of night, the two briefly explored the Landing Surroundings.

At daybreak, they headed toward the nearest building.

To avoid exposing their identities as Trainees, they deliberately disguised themselves before setting out and changed into Tattered Clothes.

When they reached In Front of the Building, their Shabby Attire immediately drew the attention of a Man standing at the entrance, who stopped them.

"New here? What did you do?"

Qiangu Changkong feigned humility. "We did nothing. Our family committed a grave crime, and we were implicated and exiled here."

"Big Brother, what is this place? Could we go inside and ask for some water?"

The Big Man scrutinized the two of them.

He could sense an air of nobility around Wu Qi. He was clearly the child of a wealthy household. As for Qiangu Changkong, he looked like nothing more than a bootlicker.

Since he was a Noble Scion, there had to be something worth squeezing out of him.

The Big Man crossed his arms and said flatly, "If you want to survive here, Badges are Currency."

That was hardly surprising. Criminals who already possessed badges could only leave this place after obtaining a Gold Badge.

Those without badges, after obtaining a Gold Badge, had to Kill Other Criminals and obtain Corresponding Colored Badges.

For Spirit Hall, only by making them engage in Mutual Destruction could they prevent this group from gathering together and rioting.

After all, everyone who entered this place was a heinous criminal!

Qiangu Changkong quickly said, "That can't be right. Everyone only has one badge. What will we use after trading it away?"

The Big Man sneered. "Use it now, then kill someone else and take another one later. The money exchanged for one badge is enough for you to live here for more than half a year."

Qiangu Changkong still wanted to negotiate, but Wu Qi stepped forward.

This place was like a Castrated City of Slaughter, where the Law of the Jungle was displayed in all its brutality.

If they backed down now, endless trouble would await them.

"Judging by your aura, you should be a Soul Grandmaster?"

Wu Qi's cold gaze greatly displeased the Big Man. "What? You want to snatch a badge from Old Man?"

As he spoke, he rubbed his fists together.

Given Wu Qi and Qiangu Changkong's ages, they were Low-level Soul Grand Masters at best. Before him, a Peak Soul Grand Master, they were nothing.

Seeing that the two brats were dissatisfied with his proposal, he could not be bothered to waste more words.

If he got his hands on two badges at once, he could Live in Luxury for a long time to come. He might even get to play with some women.

Wu Qi nodded slightly, his gaze turning sharp as he said expressionlessly, "Be a Better Person Next Life. Don't commit crimes again."

As he spoke, his fingers turned into Sharp Blades.

His eyes focused slightly, and the Airflow around him became clearly visible. Finding a gap in the Airflow, his fingers swept across the Big Man's throat at tremendous speed, meeting no resistance.

After doing all that, he took a handkerchief from his pocket and gently wiped the blood from his fingertips.

Turning both hands into blades was an ability inherent to his Martial Soul. The Big Man was not strong, and he collapsed on the spot.

The Big Man clutched his throat with both hands as blood continuously gushed out. He wanted to speak, but no sound came out.

Seeing this, Qiangu Changkong's scalp went numb. He turned his head and asked, "You killed him just like that. Doesn't it creep you out?"

At that moment, he could not help reevaluating Wu Qi.

At the academy, the other man had always seemed gentle and agreeable. Who would have thought he was secretly such a Ruthless Killer?

Wu Qi shook his head slightly. "Your Grandfather has spoiled you too much. Go through it a few more times, and you'll get used to it."

During three Soul Ring hunts, Azure Phoenix Douluo had made him see blood each time. Over time, he had grown accustomed to it and felt nothing.

Wu Qi kicked Qiangu Changkong and urged, "Take his badge."

The commotion just now had not been great, but quite a few people had gathered In Front of the Building. Seeing him casually kill a Soul Grandmaster, they looked at Wu Qi with fear and vigilance.

After retrieving a White Badge from the Big Man, the two entered the building.

The place appeared to be a tavern. Several Men inside were drinking. Hearing the commotion outside, they could not help but regard the pair more highly.

"You broke the rules!" The Tavern Waiter approached them and said coldly.

Wu Qi asked, "What rules?"

The Tavern Waiter said, "This is Third Master's territory. Fighting and killing are forbidden!"

Qiangu Changkong's eyes shifted as he countered, "Did we kill anyone inside the tavern? No, did we? We merely killed an Unobservant Fellow outside. So tell me, how did we break the rules?"

The Tavern Waiter froze.

Strictly speaking, they truly had not violated any rules.

But as Third Master's subordinate, being rebuked so thoroughly left him unable to save face. Did he not have any dignity?

Clap, clap~

A round of applause sounded from behind them. "These two brothers are right. Since they did not act inside the tavern, how could there be any talk of breaking the rules?"

Turning around, they saw a White-robed Youth at the tavern entrance.

In a Slaughter Ground like this, not even a speck of dust stained his white robe. That alone spoke volumes.

The Tavern Waiter seemed quite afraid of the young man and immediately bowed before retreating.

"How should I address you two?"

The White-robed Youth approached with a smile. Several Men following behind him swept their gazes across every corner of the tavern.

Wu Qi cupped his fists. "Tian Rangju."

Qiangu Changkong quickly added, "Qin Changkong."

It was possible that their names had already spread through this canyon. To be safe, it was better to use aliases.

The young man returned the gesture. "I am Han Ming. Would you two be willing to sell that badge to me?"

As he spoke, he raised Three Fingers. "I am willing to offer three hundred Trading Coins."

Where there were people, there were factions.

After years of development, Death Canyon had long evolved its own unique social system.

Trading Coins were the currency here. Three hundred Trading Coins were worth the equivalent of thirty thousand Gold Soul Coins.

Hearing of such an enormous deal, the Tavern Patrons could not help drawing sharp breaths.

"Those two brats must have Struck Gold. They got so much money the moment they arrived."

"Young Master Han is truly generous. Three hundred Trading Coins are enough to Hire to Kill any Soul Elder expert!"

Qiangu Changkong was deeply tempted.

Compared with the mission's requirements, one White Badge was merely a drop in the bucket.

Besides, Wu Qi had set his sights on Soul Elders and Soul Ancestors. There truly was no need to keep a White Badge.

Wu Qi, however, seemed opposed to the deal.

They had Never Met before, yet Han Ming was offering them such a huge favor right away. He was bound to want something from them later.

They were only here for training, not to settle down and live here. There was no need to deal with too many people, especially powerful experts of unknown strength.

Perhaps guessing his Concerns, Han Ming smiled it off. "There is no rush to discuss the transaction. Would you two be willing to have a chat with me?"

Qiangu Changkong turned his gaze toward Wu Qi, waiting for him to decide.

In her letter, Hu Liena's introduction to this place had been extremely vague. Moreover, the mission they had received differed from the ones Hu Liena and the others had accepted. They could only explore certain Details on their own.

"Fine!"

Wu Qi agreed.