CHAPTER 234: CHAPTER 32 WHICH LORD SHEN?

"Is everyone from the residence here?" Shen Changqing’s gaze fell upon one of the individuals, his voice indifferent.

Upon hearing this, the person started, clearly unsure of how to respond.

Just then, another person said, "Aside from the servants, everyone from the residence is basically here. Moreover, Master Chen Hong is currently in his room, together with Miss Peony from the Yichun Brothel."

Master Chen Hong! Shen Changqing reviewed his memories and found that he had never heard of this name before. However, he didn’t ponder it further and directly ordered, "Stay where you are and do not move. Otherwise, if any problems arise, I will not take responsibility!"

"Yes, yes!" The people hastily nodded in agreement. They wouldn’t dare to move even if Shen Changqing hadn’t said so.

With many people, they could support each other if something went wrong. But if only a few encountered a Demon Evil, it would truly be a dead end.

After giving his instructions, Shen Changqing took out a signal flare from the Demon-Subduing Division. He released it to indicate the presence of a Demon Evil, then left the back garden to head towards other areas.

Although the mansion was large, it wasn’t difficult for a Grandmaster to find someone within it.

His Divine Sense spread out, and very soon, Shen Changqing located a faint breath within a room.

Without knocking, he went directly to the room’s door and broke in.

"Who goes there!"

The loud noise startled Chen Hong, who hastily scrambled up from the bed and then casually let down the bed curtains to conceal the view inside.

When he turned back, his face was clearly angry, but the anger subsided slightly when he saw Shen Changqing’s attire.

"Someone from the Demon-Subduing Division barging in so suddenly, is there some matter?" As Chen Hong spoke, he straightened his clothes.

Shen Changqing did not answer, his gaze sweeping across the room and pausing when it reached the bed. The curtains were drawn, allowing only a glimpse of something snowy white.

Seeing this, the anger on Chen Hong’s face flared up once more. "Do you not intend to provide an explanation?"

"I detected the presence of a Demon Evil here," Shen Changqing replied, "so I’ve come to investigate. I ask that Master Chen cooperates fully!"

Shen Changqing then fixed his gaze on Chen Hong.

The Chen Hong before him was quite handsome, possessing a noble air and an attractive appearance. Had I not encountered him like this, I would have thought him a refined and cultured gentleman. His current disheveled state, however, somewhat mars his image.

Demon Evil! Upon hearing this, Chen Hong’s expression couldn’t help but change. "Are you implying that a Demon Evil is hidden within this residence?"

"Correct. I have already investigated most parts of the residence. Now I am here to ask if you, Master Chen, have encountered any Demon Evil?" As Shen Changqing spoke, his eyes remained fixed on the other man.

Throughout the exchange, Chen Hong showed no signs of anything unusual.

"No, I have not encountered any Demon Evil here."

"Who is lying on the bed?"

"That is Miss Peony from the Yichun Brothel," Chen Hong replied without hesitation.

Upon hearing this, Shen Changqing walked toward the bed. Chen Hong quickly extended his hand to stop him. "Miss Peony is currently indisposed and cannot meet visitors. You should continue your search elsewhere!"

"Are you teaching me how to do my job?"

"Although the Demon-Subduing Division holds a distinguished position, this is The Minister’s Mansion. Please reconsider!" Chen Hong’s face grew stern, and his voice turned increasingly cold.

So what if he’s from the Demon-Subduing Division? My father is the Chief of Staff; why would I fear someone from the Demon-Subduing Division?

Shen Changqing’s face was impassive. "Whether he is the Chief of Staff or not has nothing to do with me. My duty is to investigate Demon Evils. Master Chen, please step aside!"

With a wave of his hand, a burst of wind shot out. Caught off guard, Chen Hong was forced to stagger back several steps.

Seizing the opportunity, Shen Changqing stepped forward in one swift motion and flung open the bed curtains.

His eyes met a blinding expanse of white. Upon seeing the person’s face, he realized it was severely decomposed, as if she had been dead for a long time. Yet, there was no smell of decay, only a sharp scent of face powder, which clearly masked any odor of decomposition.

When Shen Changqing turned back an instant later, Chen Hong had vanished.

Thinking of escaping! His eyes turned cold as he chased out of the room.

Indeed, a Demon Evil was present in the residence. At first, it resided within the courtesan from the Yichun Brothel, but now it has transferred to Chen Hong. Thinking of Chen Hong’s smooth responses and the complete absence of any Yin Evil Aura, my heart sinks. The Demon Evil’s method of concealment is far more powerful than I imagined.

In the back garden, someone saw Chen Hong emerge and hurried to greet him. "Master Chen has arrived!"

A smile had not fully formed on the man’s face before it froze. Lowering his gaze, he saw a hand had pierced through his chest. When he looked up again, he was met with Chen Hong’s smiling face.

"AAAHH!!"

This scene caused many of the songstresses in the back garden to let out piercing screams. The rest of the people were also ghastly pale, their legs trembling uncontrollably.

SQUISH! As Chen Hong drew his hand back, he clutched a beating heart and then crushed it forcefully. His face revealed a sickly smile. "Such an intoxicating taste indeed!"

"Demon, Demon Evil!"

"Master Chen is possessed by a Demon Evil!"

"Run away—"

Witnessing this, the terrified onlookers could no longer suppress their fear and began to flee in all directions. They were ordinary people; how could they possibly confront a Demon Evil?

At that moment, Chen Hong charged into the crowd and began a slaughter. A Demon Evil capable of Possession had clearly reached the Resentment Level. Ordinary people stood no chance against a Resentment Level Strange Monster.

Just then, the powerful operatives from the Demon-Subduing Division, alerted by the signal, finally arrived.

"Fiend!" Lu Xian, seeing Chen Hong slaughtering people in the crowd, immediately grew furious.

SWISH! A long blade was unsheathed and struck towards Chen Hong.

Combat erupted in the back garden instantly.

Chen Hong’s complexion turned a ghastly green. His figure flickered like a phantom, swift and elusive. A chilling Yin Evil Aura permeated the air, and his fingernails grew long and sharp, comparable to Divine Weapons. In contrast, Lu Xian was at a disadvantage. The fight had only just begun, and this Profound Rank Demon Hunter was already on the losing side.

So strong! The more Lu Xian fought, the more alarmed he became. He considered himself strong, but he was clearly outmatched by this Demon Evil.

Suddenly, a cold voice reached Lu Xian’s ears. "Retreat!"

Without time to think further, he immediately broke away from the Demon Evil’s attack and drifted back.

As Lu Xian retreated, a blazing blade light flared, rising like a majestic sun before swiftly falling. The powerful Demon Evil had no strength to resist and was instantly bisected.

The corpse fell to the ground. The possessing Demon Evil immediately tried to detach itself and flee elsewhere.

"You think you can escape!" Shen Changqing laughed furiously. He had been only a few breaths late, and many people had already died at the hands of the Demon Evil. He had been about to act when he saw Lu Xian engage. Therefore, he observed secretly for a moment, checking for other Demon Evils. Once certain there were no others, he struck with lightning speed, instantly killing the possessed Chen Hong.

Now that the Demon Evil was attempting to flee, Shen Changqing immediately closed the distance between them and struck out with his palm.

Chiyang Divine Palm! Great Sun True Qi!

Two forces converged, causing a blinding light to appear in the dark night sky. Amidst the light, the Demon Evil screamed as it perished.

The entire process happened in the blink of an eye. By the time Lu Xian regained his senses, the Demon Evil had already fallen.

Taking a few deep breaths, he approached Shen Changqing and bowed respectfully. "Lu Xian, Profound Rank Demon Hunter from the Huang Department of the Demon Hunting Court, pays respects to you, sir. May I ask your name?"

Hearing this, Shen Changqing turned to look at him and said indifferently, "Shen Changqing of the Demon-Subduing Division."

"Lord Shen!" Upon hearing this name, Lu Xian’s body shuddered. He couldn’t help but lift his head to look at Shen Changqing, catching sight of his face. Suddenly, a look of excitement appeared on his face. "So it is Lord Shen who has come! No wonder that Demon Evil stood no chance. Your strength is truly admirable, Lord Shen!"

How could Lu Xian not have heard the name Shen Changqing? It was renowned throughout the Capital Demon Suppression Division. Not to mention slaying the Barbarian Clan General, the recent auction of three Grandmaster Martial Arts techniques had made his name resound through Jianghu once more. It could be said that even the names of some Heaven Rank Demon Hunters were not as renowned as ’Shen Changqing’.

As the two men conversed, the team Lu Xian belonged to also hurried over. They weren’t martial artists of the Innate Realm, so their speed couldn’t match Lu Xian’s. Only now that everything had settled did they belatedly arrive.

"Lord Lu, is everything alright?" The leader saw the numerous corpses lying on the ground, his expression darkening slightly, then he looked towards Lu Xian. Here, he only recognized Lu Xian.

Upon hearing the question, Lu Xian shook his head. "A Demon Evil appeared. Luckily, Lord Shen has slain it, so there are no more issues for now."

"I see!" The man nodded, and as his gaze secretly fell upon Shen Changqing, his mind began to race.

Lord Shen? Which Lord Shen? Someone Lu Xian treats with such respect must be of a higher rank than a Profound Rank Demon Hunter. In the Capital Demon Suppression Division, powerful Demon Hunters are almost always well-known. Surnamed Shen? And so young... Suddenly, a jolt went through him, and a name unconsciously surfaced from the depths of his mind: Shen Changqing! In the Capital Demon Suppression Division, only that name fits all the characteristics of the man before him!