CHAPTER 359: CHAPTER 389: CYAN NETHER CARVING

Having cleared out the demon beasts, Lu Yuanshan and his sister did not linger. After bidding farewell to County Magistrate Wei, they turned to look at Xuu Shuiyao.

Lu Yuanshan was about to speak to bid farewell to Xuu Shuiyao when she eagerly inquired first.

"I wonder if the two seniors plan to continue traveling in Yunbei County, or will you return to your esteemed sect?"

Fearing her question might be too abrupt, Xuu Shuiyao added, "I have heard that other towns nearby also have demon beasts causing trouble. I wish to do my part to eliminate them for the people."

"If the two seniors also wish to continue eliminating demon beasts, I humbly request to accompany and assist you."

Xuu Shuiyao’s expression was earnest as she made her request.

Hearing this, Lu Yuanshan showed a slight smile, "Since Daoist Xuu has such intentions, nothing could be better."

"My sister and I plan to proceed to nearby towns and continue eliminating demon beasts. If Daoist Xuu is not afraid of the hardship, please join us."

Lu Yuanshan held some goodwill towards the disciples of Shenxiao Palace, recalling Yuan Lang and Lu Hongniang.

"Yes!"

Hearing Lu Yuanshan’s response, Xuu Shuiyao couldn’t help but be delighted, as she wished to continue traveling with them to eliminate demon beasts, prompting her question.

"I will go with the two seniors! Thank you, seniors!"

"Haha, sounds good!"

The three reached an agreement. Lu Zhiwei then summoned a beam of sword light, inviting Xuu Shuiyao aboard to follow Lu Yuanshan and leave Xiantao Town.

This action prompted Lord Wei to react quickly and plead, "Three Immortal Masters, please wait!"

"Does Lord Wei have any further matters?"

Lu Yuanshan glanced back.

County Magistrate Wei awkwardly scratched his head, mentioning the rewards offered by the Demon Extermination Recruitment Order, and instructed his subordinates to fetch them.

"Though it may be a trifling reward, it might not catch the eyes of the three Immortal Masters, but still, please kindly accept it."

Lu Yuanshan, upon hearing this, though not concerned about the reward and having no intention to accept it, glanced at Lu Zhiwei and Xuu Shuiyao, silently asking if they desired the reward.

The rewards for this Demon Extermination Recruitment Order included some gold and silver jewels, valued around four hundred taels of gold. Although not much, for Xiantao Town, it was the highest reward they could offer.

Lu Zhiwei shook her head slightly, showing no interest.

Xuu Shuiyao also shook her head repeatedly.

Seeing this, Lu Yuanshan spoke.

"No need, Lord Wei."

Lu Yuanshan politely refused, "Let the rewards benefit your Xiantao Town. This act of demon elimination is a duty of us from the Profound Sects and Orthodox Daoist."

After saying this, without waiting for County Magistrate Wei to say more, Lu Yuanshan took flight on his sword, leaving a faint sword light behind, with Lu Zhiwei following closely.

The three quickly became a small black dot in the sky, leaving County Magistrate Wei and others gazing up in silence.

"Farewell, Immortal Masters!"

County Magistrate Wei, filled with sincerity, bowed deeply towards the direction where Lu Yuanshan and the others disappeared, expressing heartfelt gratitude.

The townsfolk followed suit, calling out.

"Farewell, Immortal Masters!"

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After leaving Xiantao Town, the next destination for Lu Yuanshan and the others was Sishui Town. Upon inspecting the small town, they learned of two Qi Cultivation demon beasts causing trouble within.

Wasting no time, the trio immediately set out, using their Divine Sense to track the two demon beasts.

While Xuu Shuiyao’s strength as a Qi Cultivator was much weaker compared to Lu Yuanshan and his sister, her combat ability against Qi Cultivation Level demon beasts was impressive.

Her ice-blue Water Flying Sword, named the Water Cloud Sword, was of Tier Two Middle Grade.

Combined with her Water Attribute Technique, the ’Great Derivation Water Heart Method,’ it allowed her to fight across tiers.

The Water Cloud Sword moved through the air, unleashing powerful Water Attribute Sword Qi, causing water vapor to surge in the void, resembling light drizzle.

With one strike, she forced back a seventh-layer Qi Cultivation demon beast, then continued attacking with sword control.

With a clang, she broke through the demon beast’s defenses, frightening it into retreat, recognizing Xuu Shuiyao’s might.

"This young lady is interesting, clearly from Shenxiao Palace known for Thunder Techniques, yet she primarily cultivates in Water Attribute Techniques."

Nearby, Lu Yuanshan easily dispatched a Qi Cultivation demon beast with the Golden Crow Sword while observing Xuu Shuiyao with interest.

The use of techniques like the Shenxiao Thunder Control True Technique wasn’t seen, but rather Water Attribute Techniques, naturally capturing Lu Yuanshan’s attention.

"It’s rare to see my elder brother pay attention to a woman."

Lu Zhiwei, not participating in the battle, observed and used communication to speak with Lu Yuanshan upon hearing his murmurs.

"Does elder brother seem interested in her?"

After speaking, Lu Zhiwei shifted her gaze to closely observe Xuu Shuiyao.

From her appearance, she seemed gentle and quiet, which matched her elder brother’s gentle nature well.

As for her talent, able to join Shenxiao Palace and reaching the seventh layer of Qi Cultivation at such a young age, she was indeed gifted.

In terms of looks, Xuu Shuiyao was exceptional, no less impressive than any beautiful women she had seen before.

"Haha, don’t tease me."

Lu Yuanshan replied with a wry smile, "I’m just finding her interesting."

Lu Zhiwei, not fond of talking much, acknowledged with a hum and remained silent, focusing on Xuu Shuiyao’s battle.

"Slash!"

Soon after, with a low shout, Xuu Shuiyao used the Water Cloud Sword to slay the demon beast.

The two demon beasts in Sishui Town were quickly eradicated.

Afterward, around Sishui Town, at Laoshan Town, Shangyang City, and Qingping County, they also discovered traces of demon beasts, tallying up to twelve.

Most of them were late-stage Qi Cultivation level demon beasts, having wandered these towns for two or three days, severely disrupting the local peace.

For Lu Yuanshan and the group, such level demon beasts were mere clowns, easily dispatched.

The three continued their joint assault.

Clearing the remaining twelve demon beasts would require some time.

Some of the demon beasts were fierce birds, whose habitats weren’t fixed. They roamed hundreds of miles across and lived without a fixed abode, necessitating pursuit and elimination.

The task of eliminating the fierce bird demon beasts fell to Lu Yuanshan.

With the Wind Thunder Wings, not to mention Qi Cultivation Level fierce bird demon beasts, even those of Foundation Establishment Level couldn’t outrun Lu Yuanshan.

Among the two fierce bird demon beasts, the strongest was a Tier Two Foundation Establishment Cyan Nether Carving. When its wings spread, it measured about two zhang in size.