Wei Zheng sighed, a trace of worry appearing on his face.
"This is a long story."
"About two months ago, a gigantic python suddenly appeared near Yuntai Mountain in Hedong Commandery."
"The python was completely black and dozens of zhang long. It could summon wind and rain, swallow clouds, and spew mist. It had clearly become a demon."
"It coiled around Yuntai Mountain and often came down to harm the people, devouring livestock and even sparing no humans."
"The local authorities sent troops to eliminate it, but the entire army was wiped out. Later, the court dispatched a squad of Imperial Guards, and they too never returned."
"Now the entire Hedong Commandery is in a state of panic. The people are fleeing one after another. If this continues, all of Hedong Commandery will become a land of death."
After hearing this, Chu Yang had already formed a rough judgment.
"Completely black, dozens of zhang long, capable of summoning wind and rain..."
This python was likely at least a demon beast of the Foundation Establishment Stage.
With his current cultivation at the fifth level of the Qi Refining Stage, confronting it head-on would probably be difficult.
But if he used a strategy, he might still have a chance.
"Lord Wei, I am willing to go to Hedong Commandery and share your burdens," Chu Yang said gravely.
A flicker of surprise passed through Wei Zheng's eyes, but he soon shook his head.
"You are merely a scholar. How could you possibly deal with that demon python? This matter is far too dangerous. I cannot let you throw away your life."
Chu Yang smiled faintly. "Lord Wei, what you do not know is that although I am only a humble scholar, I know a little of the Daoist arts as well."
"Daoist arts?"