Chapter 311 Action_2
Che Linfang stated calmly.
This was not her first time encountering a situation like this; there had been numerous other influential demons that approached directly wanting to speak with Diao Deyi, all of whom she had sent packing.
One after another, their strength did not even surpass that of the supporting Three Demons, like the Green Smoke Colored Snake Demon or Dual-Colored Ink Demon, yet their tempers were certainly not small.
Typically, when demons were rejected, they either followed Che Linfang obediently or left dissatisfied, confident in their outstanding abilities and not lacking a wise ruler to serve.
But the Blood Mushroom Demon didn't.
"Redeem oneself? Right now, my elder brother and I, we have an opportunity to earn a great merit for Lord Blood Demon."
Che Linfang looked puzzled.
"Oh? How so?"
The Blood Mushroom Demon showcased his human skin, even slowly turning in a circle.
"Does Lord Che know the identity of the person this skin belongs to?"
...
Che Linfang furrowed her brows, scrutinizing closely before shaking her head.
"I can't tell."
The Blood Mushroom Demon laughed, bowing slightly, and suddenly changed his demeanor as if stepping into a role in an instant, adopting the posture of a stern elder saying firmly yet respectfully.
"The butler of You Shuyang from Yangshen Hall, You Changping, has seen Lord Che."
As soon as the words fell, Zhang Xiaoli remained puzzled, but Che Linfang's face had already Undergone a drastic change.
"The butler of a patrol officer from Yangshen Hall! You really overstepped your bounds!"
"Not at all, it's actually my elder brother who is truly formidable; he has already replaced that You Mansion officer!"
Che Linfang, who had just been surprised, now had her pupils shrink sharply, her face filled with shock and amazement.
"You... you mean, your elder brother took out Yangshen Hall's patrol officer You Shuyang..."
"Correct!"
...
Che Linfang fell silent.
She felt a headache burgeoning, an immense headache.
These outsider demons were simply wreaking havoc!
Could a Yangshen Hall officer be so easily replaced?
Within three days, they were bound to be found out!
And if that led back to her, it was likely that she would be thoroughly uprooted!
But being able to kill an officer and take his place implied that this new demon was far from ordinary, ranking as top-tier combat power amongst them.
For a time, Che Linfang viewed the Blood Mushroom Demon with a complex and hesitant gaze.
Taking a deep breath, she decided to pass this thorny issue to Fang Yu to resolve.
"No wonder you came seeking me out in the dead of night, in such a hurry."
Che Linfang took a deep breath, steadying her emotions.
The Blood Mushroom Demon's eyes narrowed slightly.
"Lord Che sees clearly. Indeed, we find ourselves entrapped by trouble, but as the ruler of the surrounding lands, Lord Blood Demon might be able to help us with this issue."
"I cannot say for sure, for if Lord Blood Demon wishes to solve it, naturally, it wouldn't be difficult. But can you truly afford the price?"
The Blood Mushroom Demon bowed: "Before my elder brother came here, he instructed me that should Lord Blood Demon help us resolve our trouble, we shall follow any command given!"
Che Linfang snorted coldly.
If she rejected this person, considering he had already met her, there's no certainty he wouldn't betray her.
Unlike the local demon forces that stand united, these foreign demons could act unscrupulously at any given moment.
Zhang Xiaoli was still too inexperienced, hastily bringing this person to my dwelling, carelessly exposing my identity.
Che Linfang harbored concerns, but felt the situation was not too dire and remained within control.
"Understood, go back and wait for news. After I inquire about Lord Blood Demon's intention tomorrow, I will inform you."
"Many thanks for your support, Lord Che!"
After the bow and retreat, the Blood Mushroom Demon even closed the door, heading back towards the You Mansion.
In the room, only Che Linfang and Zhang Xiaoli were left.
Zhang Xiaoli looked excited.
"Sister Fangfang, with this support, Lord Blood Demon's influence can reach even greater heights!"
But no sooner had she spoken, Che Linfang suddenly sighed, catching Zhang Xiaoli off guard.
"Sister Fangfang?"
"You... sigh, next time when someone asks for a meeting, let me know first and do not casually bring people to my residence."
"Yes... yes..."
Zhang Xiaoli bowed her head, her expression aggrieved.
She had thought the Blood Mushroom Demon so formidable and was eager to win favor by bringing him over, not realizing that she may have...made a mistake...
Che Linfang patted Zhang Xiaoli's head and, gazing out the window at the bright moon, was lost in thought.
...
Diao Residence.
Diao Ruru carried a bowl of medicinal soup, walking towards Fang Yu's room.
Before reaching the door, there was a creak.
A youth emerged from Fang Yu's room, shivering, his forehead covered in cold sweat, with a look of terror on his face.
Upon closer inspection, it was none other than one of the house's servants, Zhang Ziheng.
"Zhang Ziheng?"
As Diao Ruru spoke up, Zhang Ziheng suddenly shuddered, abruptly waking from a dream and turning to look at Diao Ruru.
"Miss!"
He tried to suppress his emotions and bowed to pay his respects.
"What's wrong? Did something happen?"
Diao Ruru asked out of concern, yet Zhang Ziheng showed a strained smile, shaking his head.
"No, miss."
"No, it's nothing."
Not waiting for Diao Ruru to ask any further, she hastily excused herself and left.
The close maid Xiao Qiao beside her couldn't help but pout slightly.
"Miss, this Zhang Ziheng is really lacking in manners."
Diao Ruru smiled, said nothing, but inevitably began to feel curious in her heart.
She went to the front of Fang Yu's room and Xiao Qiao, the close maid, immediately helped to push open the door.
She had just come in carrying a bowl of medicinal soup.
"Second sis?"
Fang Yu in the room paused, quickly got up and came forward to take the hot soup from her hands.
"Why are you still up so late and personally carrying things? Let the maids do it."
"It's not the same, this was personally prepared by me all afternoon."
Diao Ruru blinked her eyes.
As the days gradually improved, her temperament also became a bit more lively.
"What is this? It smells so good."
Fang Yu placed the medicinal soup on the table, took a deep sniff.
Alright, a strong medicinal scent, but he couldn't dismiss his second sister's kindness.
"It's a prescription from Doctor Ding... a kind of medicine..."
Diao Ruru's face blushed slightly, it seemed somewhat difficult to speak.
"Anyway, it's for nourishing the body."
Fang Yu immediately understood and was suddenly a bit astonished.
Ah this...
Could it be that kind of supplement?
Ding Hui, what are you doing, giving such a prescription to my second sister...
"Second sis, I'm in good health."
At this time, Diao Ruru wasn't shy anymore.
"You still have to drink it, in the Diao Family you're the only..."
Diao Ruru's voice abruptly stopped, her expression also dimmed a bit.
"Anyway, listen to me, drink it obediently."
"Yes, yes, yes."
Fang Yu didn't argue any further, it was just a bowl of medicine, he'd drink it since Ding Hui wouldn't harm him.
He invited his second sister to sit down, inquiring about what she did today, but to his surprise...
"I went to Baoan Temple."
Fang Yu suddenly stood up from his seat.
"Master Quan Heng, did Master Quan Heng seek you out?"
"No, seeing you so busy recently, I wanted to go to pray for a safe blessing for you."
That's good.
But Fang Yu was still a bit worried about his second sister going to find Monk Quan Heng alone.
He instructed his second sister, if she went again next time, to tell him, and they would go to Baoan Temple together to pray.
While she readily agreed, Fang Yu blew on the medicine soup a few times and began to drink.
Sure enough, a sensation of warmth quickly rose in his abdomen.
But it was quickly pressed down by him, restoring calm.
Last time, he borrowed the "Songshan Sutra" from Monk Quan Heng, and this scripture indeed helped in eliminating the Evil Qi.
But now that he had the Talisman of Malevolence Dispelling, he could find time to return it.
He could add a bit more to the incense money when he does; Monk Quan Heng had been of help, and it wouldn't be good not to show some gratitude.
Mainly, the monk's actual strength now felt unfathomable to Fang Yu.
With such strong abilities, Fang Yu didn't have much he could help with, so he could only offer more incense money.
After sending off his second sister, Fang Yu re-entered the state of martial arts cultivation.
The night passed in a flash.
But the progress in cultivating the Spring Bud Skill had only slightly improved in proficiency.
If only he knew, he would have practiced the Wood Zither Blade Technique; practicing it overnight might have shown some improvement.
Unlike his second sister, he didn't arrange for a close maid by his side, so it was up to him to take care of things; after a simple wash, he left his room with big steps.
Joined by his second sister in the hall, they ate breakfast prepared by the kitchen, and suddenly a servant came hastily.
"Master, a letter has arrived from the Zhuo Residence, for your perusal."
Zhuo Residence? Zhuo Xueer?
What could it be, seeing each other so soon at Yangshen Hall was the daily routine for roll call and report.
He reached out for the letter, opened it, and took a glance.
Fang Yu's face changed instantly.
On the letter, there were only four words.
"Action today."
But the signature was… Dong Xingzhou!
In a swift motion, Fang Yu stood up.
"Diao Deyi?"
In Diao Ruru's puzzled state, Fang Yu hurriedly walked out.
"There's something urgent! You eat first, I'll be back soon!"
Why such a rush? Why such a rush!
He didn't even give me any time to prepare!