Chapter 039: Half-Blood Demon Race
“So, the information that Xinting obtained earlier about the Selection Ceremony was passed on by this person?”
Qin Gou pondered and nodded. What truly surprised him the most was that even the Hidden Dragon Guard, which Emperor Daojun Lin Boyuan had always considered as a solid bloc, had been infiltrated by Xinting’s subordinates.
This meant that, in many places unexpected by Old Qin, the influence of his Arc-Moon Mountain lineage had already deeply taken root in every corner of the mortal world, achieving a rather unique form of “disciples everywhere.”
Of course, if Little Zhao knew that the current Emperor Daojun, and even the future Empress, of the Daojun Dynasty that she was desperately trying to infiltrate, were both eager to be brothers with their esteemed master, she would certainly be greatly astonished, even questioning her life.
At this moment, a middle-aged male cultivator wearing the robes of the Hidden Dragon Guard emerged from the camp and lightly nodded in Yi Chengying’s direction. He was clearly the deacon disciple that Little Chair had met earlier.
Qin Gou transmitted his voice to him without hesitation: “Yi Chengying calls me ‘Lord Qin.’ Fellow Daoist, you might also know clearly who I am.”
“Your subordinate…”
“No need to state it. Your identity is sensitive, and currently, without the protection of a formation, it’s hard to guarantee no one is secretly monitoring and intercepting your transmission.” Qin Gou, on the other hand, was protected by the Nine Bends Spirit Protection Crown and had no worries. “I only want to make it clear to you, Fellow Daoist, that Zhao Xinting’s plan to capture everyone from the Gu Xi Dynasty has been decided to be postponed slightly. For now, you only need to cooperate with me to ensure the Mystic Maiden Raksha Palace can successfully participate in the Selection Ceremony.”
“Yes!” The other party agreed without hesitation.
At the same time, Qin Gou smiled knowingly.
With this, the Yuan Cang Dynasty where Rong Shan was located, and this Daojun Dynasty, would both stand on his side. This already meant he held a considerable and legitimate say in this Selection Ceremony. Among the deacons of the other major dynasties, apart from the Gu Xi Dynasty, he could also try to communicate with them one by one. Perhaps there would be unexpected pleasant surprises…
“Senior!”
At this moment, two unfamiliar cultivators approached Qin Gou, their voices calm and polite. “Our deacon master wishes to invite Senior for a chat.”
“Alright, it’s good that you came.”
Qin Gou agreed without the slightest hesitation. His sudden arrival with the Mystic Maiden Palace, and his subsequent actions, would naturally attract special attention from others, leading them to proactively seek a meeting with him. This was entirely normal.
Then, he called out to Little Chair, Little Yan, and the others, asking them to wait outside for a moment and that he would return soon. Qin Gou immediately followed the two cultivators.
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The mountain forest was lush and green, with bamboo shadows overlapping, bringing a sense of peace and clarity.
A tall male cultivator with a scar on his face waved, signaling the two deacon disciples to retreat, leaving only himself and Qin Gou alone.
Suddenly, the tall male cultivator clasped his fingers together, forming a special gesture different from the cupped fists salute, and spoke in a polite tone.
“Greetings, Zhenyu Demon Lord!”
“You are a demon?! Qin Gou immediately scrutinized him, his heart filled with surprise and uncertainty.
One must know that very few people in the world had ever seen the true face of the ‘Zhenyu Demon Lord.’ And at this moment, Qin Gou had used the power of the Faceless Hermit to transform into ‘Qin Yue’s’ appearance!
The tall male cultivator immediately admitted, “I am a half-blood demon, and I underwent the Hidden Blood Ritual, completely concealing and sealing my demonic marks. This allows me to better utilize my human identity.”
“Then how did you recognize this Seat?” Qin Gou continued to press.
The tall male cultivator shook his head. “With my abilities, it’s impossible to see through your perfect Shape-shifting technique, Lord Zhenyu, originating from the Faceless Hermit clan. However, I recognize the ‘Abyss Guard’ who is always by your side. I had a chance encounter with her in the Shen Hao Secret Realm before.”
Where was there an Abyss Guard by his side?
Except… Little Chair, who now possessed numerous identities!?
“Shen Hao Secret Realm? So you are from Ren Ci… Demon Lord Jia Ren’s faction?” Qin Gou suddenly remembered that when he and Ren Ci were trapped in the Shen Hao Secret Realm, Little Chair had indeed used an Abyss Guard token to temporarily delay and appease Jia Ren’s subordinates.
“I am Ren Chuanyu.” As he spoke, Ren Chuanyu made that strange gesture towards Qin Gou again. This seemed to be a special way of showing respect used by people of the Ren Clan.
“I see. However, the reason you are here and invited me for a private chat is likely not just to pay your respects, is it?” Qin Gou nodded slightly, his expression calm, and continued to ask.
“Lord Zhenyu, please understand, this is also because Lord Jia Ren personally ordered… if there is an opportunity, this matter should absolutely not be hidden from you!”
Ren Chuanyu paused and then said, “Do you remember, after we followed you and Lord Jia Ren out of the Shen Hao Secret Realm, a group of humans wanted to forcibly behead the half-blood demon named ‘Yan Qiaoyun’ from your clan to claim a reward? That young fellow, although mixed-blood like me, did not undergo the Hidden Blood Ritual, which is why his identity as an Abyss Citizen was so easily exposed.”
“Afterward, Lord Jia Ren also promised you on the spot that she would fully investigate and vowed to find out which dynasty dared to openly offer rewards for members of our Abyssal Ancient Race in this era, and not even spare children below the Hidden Weapon Realm who were not combatants!”
Qin Gou’s gaze suddenly turned cold. “Of course, I will not forget this. Qiao’er is innocent and kind, intelligent and sensible. I have always treated her almost like my own child! Although those villains from that day have already been dealt with, the person hiding behind and irresponsibly issuing such insane bounties is even more detestable. Have you investigated which dynasty issued that decree?”
Ren Chuanyu did not hesitate. “The Gu Xi Dynasty.”
“Is the evidence conclusive?”
“Yes.” Ren Chuanyu immediately handed Qin Gou a Nas item. “I am willing to swear a Spirit Oath to guarantee that all the information within is accurate.”
For a moment, Qin Gou’s voice grew cold. “I see. This Gu Xi Dynasty truly has an inextricable connection with this Seat! Thank you and Jia Ren for informing me of this matter at the first opportunity. I will definitely repay this favor! Furthermore, your presence here today is a stroke of luck. I happen to have something that requires your current human identity to assist with! Once it’s done, I will definitely inform Jia Ren of all your contributions!”
Saying this, Qin Gou waved his hand and couldn’t help but chuckle self-deprecatingly. “Oh, right, Ren Chuanyu, I almost forgot. I haven’t even asked which lineage’s deacon you are representing this time? Which dynasty are you here on behalf of?”
“The Gu Xi Dynasty.”
