In the center of South City Qingyuan Square, a nine-story black building stood ominously.

    Without a plaque at its entrance, it appeared somewhat mysterious, with two stern-looking men in black guarding the door, clearly giving off an aura that strangers should stay away.

    This was the ninth building among the thirteen Black Feather Buildings, an underground force that operated in broad daylight, boldly situated at the center of a workshop, showcasing the confidence of the Black Feather Building.

    After Han Zheng summoned Bu Tiange, Liu Yuan and others promptly gathered and headed straight for the nearest ninth Black Feather Building.

    On the way, Liu Yuan said, "Sir, the Tower Master of this ninth Black Feather Building was once the infamous bandit chief of Lianyun Village, ''Golden Saber Flying Peng'' Helian Yuanwu, with cultivation at the peak of the True Pill Realm.

    Lianyun Village was annihilated by the court, Helian Yuanwu vanished, but when he reappeared years later, he became the Tower Master of this ninth Black Feather Building."

    Han Zheng squinted and said, "So the Black Feather Building dares to shelter court fugitives, what audacity."

    Xiang Yuangong beside him chuckled bitterly, "When Lianyun Village was destroyed, everyone thought Helian Yuanwu had died, so he wasn''t pursued further.

    Strictly speaking, Helian Yuanwu is not considered a fugitive."

    "No matter what he is, the Black Feather Building is suspected of harboring remnants of the Blood Demon Sect. If they don''t hand them over, then we''ll kill!"

    Han Zheng suddenly realized that forces like the Blood Demon Sect and Smell Fragrance Sect were excellent scapegoats.

    Just like the mastermind behind the Arsenal incident, throwing the blame onto Smell Fragrance Sect was perfectly reasonable.

    Hundreds of Jing''an Guard members from the Demon Cleansing Bureau surrounded the Black Feather Building.

    At that moment, the doors of the Black Feather Building opened, and hundreds of black-clad men, armed and imposing, marched out.

    A middle-aged man in black, wielding a massive golden saber, emerged and said solemnly, "It seems my Black Feather Building has not offended the Demon Cleansing Bureau. Why surround us with such hostility?"

    Han Zheng calmly replied, "The Arsenal incident that shocked the Capital City should be known to Helian Tower Master, involving remnants of the Blood Demon Sect.

    Now I have received reports that your Black Feather Building dares hide remnants of the Blood Demon Sect!

    Hand over the remnants quickly, and leniency may be granted!"

    Upon hearing Han Zheng, Helian Yuanwu was suddenly startled.

    Because he was genuinely unsure if he really was harboring remnants of the Blood Demon Sect.

    Black Feather Building was the leading underground force in the Capital City, involved in almost every secretive business imaginable.

    Providing shelter and protection to fugitives wanted by the court or individuals with sensitive identities was also part of their business scope.

    As long as one could pay, Black Feather Building represented absolute safety.

    Therefore, Helian Yuanwu was unsure if his men were indeed sheltering individuals from the Blood Demon Sect.

    Looking back, Helian Yuanwu signaled a subordinate, who then transmitted, "Tower Master, the Demon Cleansing Bureau seems to have picked the wrong building.

    The Arsenal incident involved too many parties; how could we dare to shelter members of the Blood Demon Sect?

    Moreover, in the past month, our ninth building hasn''t taken on such business, so it''s definitely impossible that it''s us.

    The Demon Cleansing Bureau might not be aware of the relationship among the thirteen Black Feather Buildings, which is why they''ve come to the closest one to them first.

    We don''t have to clean up the mess other buildings have caused.

    Besides, this young Grand Steward Han Zheng has achieved numerous successes and is quite aggressive, willing to do anything for achievements.

    We shouldn''t get into conflict with Han Zheng, let''s send them away."

    Helian Yuanwu nodded slightly, clearly agreeing with his subordinate''s suggestion.

    The thirteen Black Feather buildings weren''t unified; they were in competition.

    Each year, the rankings were re-evaluated based on performance, with those at the top receiving more support and resources from the main building.

    Helian Yuanwu had no reason to take the fall for issues other buildings caused.

    "Sir Han, each of the thirteen Black Feather Buildings operates independently, and I can assure you that our ninth building has absolutely not sheltered Blood Demon Sect remnants. Perhaps you should inquire at other buildings."

    Han Zheng coldly replied, "Stubborn and unrepentant! You''re like those who don''t cry until they see the coffin! Attack!"

    Helian Yuanwu''s expression changed; he had already explained clearly, why was Han Zheng still advancing toward him?

    Seeing Han Zheng wielding a demonic sword brimming with overwhelming demon energy, Helian Yuanwu hurriedly said, "Sir Han! It truly is a misunderstanding!

    The thirteen Black Feather Buildings operate independently, while other buildings might harbor Blood Demon Sect remnants, but mine certainly does not!"

    Yet Han Zheng listened to none of it; overwhelming demon energy surged forth, the sword''s edge fierce and chilling, descending suddenly, causing Helian Yuanwu''s heart to shiver.

    He was also a master of blades and could clearly sense the immense power within Han Zheng''s slash!

    Gritting his teeth, Helian Yuanwu''s golden saber emitted a dazzling golden light, the Golden Peng bellowed angrily, his sabre technique grand and unrestrained, transforming into the Golden Peng spreading its wings, descending from the sky.

    Compared to earlier opponents like Qian Duoduo from the Crystal Palace, Helian Yuanwu''s strength was undoubtedly several tiers higher.

    While Qian Duoduo and his ilk were part of the underground forces too, they dealt in auctions, strictly speaking only businessmen, their martial prowess quite average, relying heavily on resources accumulated.

    But Helian Yuanwu had been a formidable bandit before, emerged from heaps of corpses, and had a solid foundation, his combat power even stronger.

    But alas, he was facing Han Zheng.

    Han Zheng had power levels far exceeding even the peak of the True Pill Realm!

    In the sweep of demon energy, the Golden Peng let out a tragic scream, instantly torn apart by the slash filled with overwhelming demon energy.

    Immense power surged forth, Helian Yuanwu''s expression changed, sealing with one hand, his body was enveloped instantly by a brilliant golden Buddha light.

    A torrential force ascended, the Buddha light blazing fiercely, pouring into the golden saber in hand, like a Buddhist protector, solemn and majestic, vanquishing demons.

    Helian Yuanwu was a sub-building master of the underground force Black Feather Building, once a rampant bandit chief, covered in the blood of those he slew.

    Han Zheng, meanwhile, represented the court as the Grand Steward of the Jing''an Guard at the Demon Cleansing Bureau.

    Yet these two individuals used contrasting techniques; one Buddhist, dignified and upright.

    While the other wielded a Demonic Technique, surging with demonic qi, cold and dark, starkly contrasting.

    Amidst endless demon qi, the longsword sliced through the golden Buddha light.

    Han Zheng made the Great Brahma Heavenly God King Seal, a four-armed Fantian God King silhouette appeared behind him, descended, and a palm fell with immense power directly blasting Helian Yuanwu away, causing him to spew blood. sea??h thё n??el Fire.nёt website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

    Other members of the Black Feather Building attempted to react, but were immediately cut down by Xiang Yuangong and the Jing''an Guard.

    While Black Feather Building held some strength as the underground force leader in the Capital City.

    Still, this was the Great Zhou''s Capital City!

    Even the strongest underground forces were merely hiding rats, unable to rival the elite of the Demon Cleansing Bureau.

    Thus, the confrontation was utterly one-sided, akin to crushing dry leaves.

    Helian Yuanwu watched his loyal followers being decimated like cabbage, his heart bleeding.

    Black Feather Building was realistic; if you had followers and could secure business, you could advance.

    Conversely, if your men were all dead and your business consistently lagged, plenty would eye your position.

    Roaring, Helian Yuanwu''s qi and blood burned fiercely, the golden Buddha light infused with a bloody hue.

    The Golden Peng shrieked wildly, and everyone present saw only a bright golden flash. A supreme saber light descended, and the Golden Peng swooped across the heavens, maximizing speed and power.

    Han Zheng sent the Seal Technique, his supreme qi blood power surged ferociously, transforming into an endless blood river sweeping.

    Helian Yuanwu''s saber struck down, finally tearing the endless blood river, reaching Han Zheng.

    Yet when the saber struck Han Zheng, it stopped an inch from his body.

    Dragon and Tiger Profound Qi shielded him, accompanied by a dragon roar and tiger growl, Han Zheng landed a punch, the immense power propelling Helian Yuanwu entirely, leaving a huge sunken fist seal on his chest!