CHAPTER 58: CHAPTER 58: POWER OF BLADE AND FIST, STRANGE STONE PHENOMENON

Since the rise in Ding County, Qin An has always sought stability.

Now that Li Zheng wants to abolish him, naturally, he won’t give in easily.

The Flame Devil Triple Blade has already been used twice; the third blade is still stored, and its power will be three times that of the first.

Qin An activated the Ice and Fire Profound Skill, the power of ice and fire covering it, as the black blade collided with Li Zheng’s long blade.

The power of the Flame Devil Triple Blade erupted in full.

Qin An’s whole body vibrated with Gang Qi, retreating and drawing a long line.

Li Zheng was startled by the enormous force of the counter-shock, stepping back several steps, his face full of surprise as he looked at the black blade in Qin An’s hand.

"A mere Body Realm Perfection actually managed to take a hit from me?"

The Silver State Officials are all at the Jade Bone Realm, and Li Zheng has been cultivating in the Jade Bone Realm for many years.

Yet today, he’s actually been forced back several steps by a Copper State Official.

Especially with many subordinates around, if word got out, where would his dignity be?

Li Zheng’s heart surged with killing intent, striding forward and preparing to unleash a second strike.

"A mongrel defying his superiors, today you’ve certainly lived long enough."

With this strike, he’s confident he can kill Qin An.

The long blade like a dragon, once again howling towards Qin An.

Qin An kept his left hand hanging to the side, when Li Zheng’s long blade fell, Qin An’s black blade supported the long blade.

A burst of great force came, and the Gang Qi in Qin An’s right hand shattered.

But at that moment, Qin An’s left fist slammed fiercely towards Li Zheng’s chest.

The stored power of the Red Tiger Demon Slaying Hand had been pushed to the extreme by Qin An.

His fist roared; Li Zheng’s hackles suddenly stood, immediately withdrawing his blade to defend.

"Bang!"

A tremendous force struck, likely weighing several thousand pounds.

Li Zheng’s long blade bore a deep fist imprint, his chest surging with blood, and he retreated several more steps.

All was quiet around, even a pin drop could be heard.

Dozens of Copper State Officials looked at the scene before them, faces full of disbelief.

A few Copper State Officials instinctively rubbed their eyes hard, suspecting they might be seeing things incorrectly.

Body Realm Perfection, forcing back a Silver State Official in the Jade Bone Realm twice, how is this possible?

But the facts are before them, even if they don’t believe it, they must.

Li Zheng looked at the fist imprint on his long blade, hair and beard standing upright: "I’m going to kill you!"

Twice, twice he had lost face due to this Copper State Official, and now even suffered a minor injury.

This Qin-named Copper State Official really has too many tricks up his sleeve.

If he doesn’t take care of Qin An today, how will he continue in the Evil Extermination Bureau?

Even though his chest ached slightly, Li Zheng wasn’t the least bit concerned now.

Just then, a voice suddenly sounded.

Li Zheng frowned slightly, holding his long blade horizontally.

"Clang!"

The silken silver needle struck against the long blade, Li Zheng only felt a numbness in his wrist, nearly losing grip.

At the courtyard entrance, Cheng Sufeng leaned against the wall, playing with a silver needle in his hand, with a trace of amusement in his eyes.

"Mr. Li bullying the weak, such grand authority."

Li Zheng widened his eyes, never anticipating Cheng Sufeng would also come.

Cheng Sufeng came today because he heard Li Zheng had taken a bunch of people out of the Evil Extermination Bureau.

He was already at odds with Li Zheng, and since Li Zheng took people out, his curiosity was piqued, so he quietly followed.

He hadn’t expected it to be because of Qin An.

Li Zheng angrily said: "Cheng Sufeng, he’s defying his superiors, are you going to favor your subordinate Copper State Official?"

Cheng Sufeng sneered: "Right or wrong, Qin An has already explained, even if it needs checking, it’s my job to do so, who do you think you are?"

Li Zheng sneered: "Such a Cheng Sufeng, you’re really protective of this little brat."

Cheng Sufeng beckoned to Qin An: "Come, follow me back."

Qin An, holding the black blade, walked towards Cheng Sufeng.

The surrounding Copper State Officials didn’t clear the path, instead, casting their glances toward Li Zheng.

Li Zheng, though furious, knows that to reach the Silver State Official in the Evil Extermination Bureau, one must have some intelligence.

"Let him go."

If Cheng Sufeng hadn’t come, Li Zheng could have had his way with Qin An.

But with Cheng Sufeng here, Li Zheng couldn’t act recklessly because Qin An is under Cheng Sufeng’s jurisdiction.

"Zhou Mo is dead, you’ll need to give me an explanation." Li Zheng said slowly.

Cheng Sufeng led Qin An to the doorway, turning back: "Just wait."

With that said, the two disappeared out the door.

Li Zheng watched the pair’s figures, pondering for a long time, and then waved his hand: "Clean up the bodies, bring them back to the Evil Extermination Bureau."

The days are long, there’s no need to bare fangs at Cheng Sufeng now.

Before long, a dozen Copper State Officials began cleaning the battlefield.

Yet the battle between Qin An and Li Zheng continued to echo in everyone’s minds.

...

A quiet courtyard.

After recounting the story, Qin An picked up the nearby teacup and took a shallow sip.

Regarding Zhou Mo’s death, he still went with the planned fabrication.

As for the Hundred Beasts Sect, Qin An explained frankly.

Cheng Sufeng nodded at Qin An’s words: "After you return, rest for a few days, there will be a mission soon."

He didn’t mention Li Zheng’s matter.

The power struggles within the Evil Extermination Bureau have always been intense, no need to detail Silver State Official’s issues to Qin An.

He only advised Qin An to be more cautious about Li Zheng.

Qin An asked: "Does it relate to secret stash?"

The day’s events he had put behind, but Li Zheng the person he took note of.

Since he harbors murderous intentions towards him, once sufficient strength is gained, perhaps he must find a way to remove Li Zheng’s head.

Cheng Sufeng shook his head: "The secret stash isn’t ready to be opened, the mission involves the Hundred Beasts Sect."

"Anyone who aligns with monsters, must be exterminated."

"Hundred Beasts Sect is a major force in Lingzhou, this time may require many troops, it’ll be a significant achievement."

Qin An rubbed his chin: "Then I’ll take my leave."

He’s aware the upcoming mission might involve the siege of the Hundred Beasts Sect.

The Evil Extermination Bureau must hold absolute dominance in Lingzhou, therefore, the Hundred Beasts Sect mustn’t survive.

It’s about removing dissenters and sending a warning.

After leaving Cheng Sufeng’s courtyard, Qin An returned to his residence, pushed the door open.

As for the achievement of discovering today’s news, naturally, it will be recorded, and if it reaches a reward level, the Internal Affairs Department’s State Official would personally visit.

...

Upon closing the door, Qin An pondered on how to further enhance his strength.

"Above the Body Storage Realm is the Jade Bone Realm, if reached, one will possess the strength of a Silver State Official."

Body Storage nourishes muscles with Qi, currently Qin An has reached perfection, his muscles hard as iron.

Above that is the Jade Bone Realm.

During Body Storage, muscles are like iron, while bones are still ordinary.

Jade Bone nurtures the bones with Qi; when bones become like jade, combining with flesh, a transformation in strength occurs.

There is only one path for Qin An.

Utilize professional talent, rely on numerous Blood Crystals, and combine it with Cultivation Technique deducing.

Perhaps he’ll enter the Jade Bone Realm.

Thinking of this, Qin An prepared to continue practicing dancer’s proficiency, aiming to reach level 4 for the dancer.

Just then, a vibration occurred in his chest.

Qin An reached in hand, pulling out a stone found at the bottom of a well, which appeared in his palm.