[Killed a Fourth Layer Strength Realm Dog Demon, obtained 2 Demon value Points!]
[Killed a Sixth Layer Strength Realm Pig Demon, obtained 3 Demon value Points!]
[Killed a Fifth Layer Strength Realm Cat Demon, obtained 2 Demon value Points!]
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Li Xuanxiao searched everywhere in Ning'an City for lone demons.
After a few hours, his Demon value Points had actually accumulated to as much as 50!
"System, add points for me!"
Instantly, the System's light screen appeared before his eyes.
[Consumed 15 Demon value Points, Evergreen Art has reached the Transcendent Realm!]
[Consumed 15 Demon value Points, Spirit Condensing Slash has reached the Transcendent Realm!]
With 30 Demon value Points invested, both his Cultivation Technique and Martial Arts broke through to the Transcendent Realm!
Transcendent is the supreme Realm of Cultivation Techniques and Martial Arts!
It is not something that can be achieved through diligent practice alone; rather, it requires that mysterious and profound flash of inspiration.
But once reached, it is a qualitative change!
"I didn't expect the System to be able to directly upgrade even to the Transcendent Realm..."
Li Xuanxiao clicked his tongue inwardly.
His Aura rose sharply, soon reaching the Peak of the Ninth Layer Strength Realm.
Only one step away from the second Realm of Martial Arts—the Extreme Realm.
Just a single step away.
The vigorous Internal Energy within his body gradually underwent some subtle and wonderful changes.
It actually condensed into a physical form, turning into something like a thin mist.
True Qi!
Li Xuanxiao was delighted; this was the sign of stepping into the Extreme Realm!
Even though the transformation wasn't complete yet, his current strength was nearly double what it had been before!
Once all the Internal Energy in his body was completely converted into True Qi, he would officially step into the Extreme Realm!
The improvement of his Cultivation Technique was a pleasant surprise, and the change in his Martial Arts was equally significant.
The Spirit Condensing Slash, having reached the Transcendent Realm, could now not only split into five blade lights at once but also condense into a single point, dealing several times the previous damage!
Li Xuanxiao's overall strength advanced by leaps and bounds once again!
According to the memories of his predecessor, the highest-level Martial Artists in Ning'an City were only at the Ninth Layer Strength Realm.
With his cultivation at the Peak of the Strength Realm, Li Xuanxiao had effectively become the number one Martial Artist in Ning'an City!
The improvement of his Cultivation Techniques and Martial Arts had now reached its limit.
To improve further, he would have to study higher-grade Cultivation Techniques and Martial Arts.
Li Xuanxiao pondered, where could he find such things?
His predecessor was a Constable in Ning'an City, and having inherited everything from him, he was naturally a Constable now as well.
The several head Constables in the yamen were all Martial Artists at the Late Stage of the Strength Realm; they should have higher-grade Martial Arts and Cultivation Techniques in their possession!
With this thought, he casually shook the demon blood off his blade and sheathed it.
He decided to head back to the yamen first to take a look.
Following the route in his memory, he soon saw the familiar yamen courtyard.
As Li Xuanxiao stepped inside, several demons walked toward him.
They were the very same Late Stage Strength Realm demons who had just finished negotiating with the County Magistrate!
Li Xuanxiao unconsciously narrowed his eyes, his gaze casually sweeping over them as he walked inside.
The demons also saw this young man dressed as a Constable.
For a moment, they also felt it was quite strange.
Everyone else was trembling with fear and trepidation upon seeing them.
Not wetting his pants would already be considered courageous, but this kid actually ignored them.
Moreover, the smell of blood on this kid was so thick, and he was surrounded by an Aura of Evil Qi; it seemed he had recently shed blood.
But having achieved their goal, they were in a good mood and didn't bother to think much about it.
Blood?
Among the demons, the Rat Demon twitched its pointed nose a few times, its brow furrowing slightly.
Why did this kid emit a faintly familiar scent?
Yet, for the moment, it couldn't remember where it had smelled it before.
Truly strange...
Shaking its head, the Rat Demon dismissed it as an illusion, gave Li Xuanxiao another glance, and then continued to leave with the other demons.
Li Xuanxiao soon arrived at the Yamen's main hall.
The County Magistrate sat high in the primary seat, while the head Constables below were all dejected, looking as if they were mourning their parents.
The atmosphere was off; it seemed the outcome of the negotiation was not good.
Li Xuanxiao went to his superior and whispered, "Head Wang, how did the negotiation go? What's the result?"
The middle-aged man known as Head Wang shook his head.
"His Honor agreed to the demons' demands. In the future, even if demons hunt and kill Martial Artists, we can only stand by and watch..."
Li Xuanxiao clicked his tongue; this was undoubtedly pushing all Martial Artists into a fiery pit!
The low-level Martial Artists, unaware of this, would all become defenseless prey for the demons.
"You'd better be careful lately, kid. Try not to act alone. If things get really bad, move in with me; I still have spare rooms in my courtyard."
Wang Debiao said softly, "A low-level Martial Artist like you will likely be among the demons' first targets!"
Li Xuanxiao felt grateful.
"Thanks, Head Wang, but I'm used to living alone, so I won't go."
Wang Debiao glared at Li Xuanxiao. "You kid, why won't you listen? You finally managed to step onto the path of Martial Arts; how can you die in a place like this?"
"Stay with me. If anything happens, I can look after you."
Li Xuanxiao shook his head.
In a world where demons cause chaos, one either fights desperately to become stronger or becomes demon fodder.
Not to mention he had the System now; even without it, he wouldn't just sit and wait for death.
"Escaping is a slow suicide. There will eventually come a day when there's nowhere left to retreat. The end we face then would be more tragic than dying in battle..."
Wang Debiao was stunned; he hadn't expected Li Xuanxiao to say such words.
Indeed, would escaping really stop all of this?
Did the County Magistrate's constant concessions lead to the demons finding their conscience?
No! They will only take an inch and want a mile, pressing closer step by step.
He hummed softly. "You sure have a way with words, kid. Anyway, I've said my piece; go or don't go, it's up to you!"
Li Xuanxiao smiled and pursed his lips. "If Head Wang really wants to help me, then..."
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Ning'an City, Wang Family residence.
Wang Debiao pulled a wooden box from under his bed.
Li Xuanxiao stood to the side, waiting silently.
Soon, the wooden box was opened, revealing the items inside.
Several different Martial Arts and Cultivation Techniques were lying quietly in the middle.
Wang Debiao looked at them, a hint of pride appearing at the corner of his mouth.
"I was also a Martial Artist who traveled the Jianghu in my youth, and I collected quite a few Cultivation Techniques and Martial Arts during that time."
"These are my most prized treasures. If it weren't for these extraordinary times, I really wouldn't have brought them out."
Li Xuanxiao nodded frantically like a chicken pecking grain, offering flattery at the right moment.
The smile on Wang Debiao's face grew even broader.
"I know you're just saying sweet things to coax me, but it doesn't matter."
"There's no harm in letting you look at these things, but remember, don't bite off more than you can chew."
"Also, if you look at my collection, you must agree to one condition: that spare room over there will be your next residence."
"Don't refuse! I don't want you to read these today only to be slaughtered by demons tomorrow!"
Li Xuanxiao indicated his understanding and immediately scanned the names of these Cultivation Techniques and Martial Arts.
Nine Steps of the Soaring Eagle!
Myriad Manifestations Purple Extreme Art!
Ten Thousand Blades Annihilation Saber!
Heart Method of Undying Silence!
"Kid, I recommend you look at that saber technique and footwork first."
"The other two are not for Strength Realm Martial Artists."
Li Xuanxiao's eyes lit up; what he wanted was exactly those that weren't for Strength Realm Martial Artists!