Chapter 299 - 142: Reincarnation of a Sword Immortal, Aunt Shui’s Mistake

Chapter 299: Chapter 142: Reincarnation of a Sword Immortal, Aunt Shui’s Mistake

The Wolf Demon choked on its words.

It glanced at Shui Miaozheng.

It was true. If that terrifying pressure from moments ago had carried any real killing intent, it would have been visiting Yama by now.

The Wolf Demon finally sighed, the ferocious aura around it gradually dissipating.

It flopped back onto the ground and said in a muffled voice:

"I don’t know anything about a Red Umbrella Sect... but a few days ago, a woman calling herself Nan Zhi came looking for me.

She wanted me to cooperate with those other demons, and the terms she offered were very tempting.

After it was done, she promised me a Blessed Land and Grotto Heaven rich with Spiritual Qi, as well as a Pill to help me break through...

But I ignored her."

Nan Zhi?!

Hearing that name, Jiang Mu’s heart skipped a beat, and his gaze sharpened.

’So it really is that lingering ghost of a woman!’

Back in Hu State, she had used a possession technique to take over the body of Ruyan, Zhang Daxie’s childhood sweetheart, to try and recruit and threaten him.

He ended up cutting down the possessed puppet with a single slash of his saber.

He never expected she would make it to Yan City so quickly and even personally reach out to various demons.

’It seems the Red Umbrella Sect is dead set on making a big move this time.’

He had a feeling they would be meeting again very soon.

Shui Miaozheng’s expression was calm as she said in a gentle voice:

"I believe you. Since you haven’t cooperated with the Red Umbrella Sect, we won’t bother you from now on."

She paused before adding,

"At least for the time being, no one will come to disturb your peace."

The Wolf Demon, still lying on the ground, shook its sopping-wet fur and sneered, its eyes filled with ridicule.

"I get it. You’re not killing me because you want me to keep guarding this territory, protect these villagers, and, while I’m at it, help you tie down any other demons that might pop up here, right?

Hmph. How could people from your Demon-slaying Bureau ever truly let a demon go?

I bet as soon as this battle is over and your hands are free, you’ll turn right around and come for my life!"

Shui Miaozheng frowned slightly and said earnestly,

"I can’t speak for others, but I, Shui Miaozheng, can promise you that as long as you cause no harm, I will never move against you."

"A promise?"

The Wolf Demon scoffed, turning its head away as rain dripped from its drenched fur.

"I’ve seen enough of the Demon-slaying Bureau’s true colors.

I won’t work with any Red Umbrella Sect, but don’t you dare think I’ll become your lackey either.

I’ll naturally look after the nearby villagers. But don’t even dream of making me block other demons for you. I don’t have the time for that!"

At this point, it couldn’t help but size up Shui Miaozheng again, taunting her sarcastically,

"But then again, the Demon-slaying Bureau really is getting more and more useless these days.

To deal with a minor Tier Five demon like me, you actually had to bring an Eighth Realm master to keep me in check.

Tsk, tsk. An Eighth Realm Cultivation Level... that’s at least a Director in the Demon-slaying Bureau, right? Oh, that’s right, this kid called you Director just now. Heh, I’m so honored to have troubled a mighty Grand Director to take action personally."

Jiang Mu suddenly interjected,

"Believe it or not, I can knock you flat without her lifting a finger."

The Wolf Demon froze, turning to look at Jiang Mu as if he were a joke.

"Fourth Realm? HAHAHAHA!

You little brat who hasn’t even grown all his hair yet, you’ve got a big mouth. You only dare to act tough and talk big because your master is here, don’t you?

Without your master protecting you, you’re less than nothing in my eyes! Believe it or not, I could smash you into paste with a single swipe of my claw!"

Shui Miaozheng’s expression turned frigid, a cold light flashing in her phoenix eyes as the aura around her condensed.

But Jiang Mu raised a hand to gently stop her, smiling at the Wolf Demon.

"All talk and no action is just for show. How about we make a bet?

She won’t interfere. It’ll be a one-on-one duel between you and me.

If I win, you’ll have to listen to me from now on. Not only will you tell me the truth about what happened back then, but you’ll also have to help fend off any future demon attacks and be responsible for scouting their movements and reporting back to me."

The Wolf Demon narrowed its eyes, a smirk playing on its lips. "You’ve got a big mouth, kid. And what if you lose?"

"If I lose, you can make any demand you want. Whether you want my life or something else, I’ll agree to it."

Jiang Mu said coolly.

Seeing the man’s confident expression, a flicker of surprise passed through the Wolf Demon’s eyes.

It glanced suspiciously at Shui Miaozheng. "She really won’t help you? No dirty tricks in secret?"

"She won’t."

Jiang Mu stated firmly. "I don’t need to cheat to deal with you."

Shui Miaozheng shot Jiang Mu a worried glance.

But when she recalled his formidable combat record, she slowly nodded and said coolly, "He calls the shots. I will not interfere."

With that, she retreated to the side.

However, she secretly gathered her power, thinking, ’The moment this Wolf Demon gets the upper hand and harms Jiang Mu, I’ll strike immediately.’

"Good! You’ve got guts!"

The Wolf Demon grinned, a savage light revealing itself in its eyes.

"Young people never know their limits. Today, I’ll teach you a lesson on behalf of your elders!

Come on. I won’t bully you.

You just have to withstand one move from me and remain standing. If you can do that, I’ll consider it your win and agree to your terms!"

It calculated in its mind.

’The gap between the Fourth Realm and a peak Tier Five is as wide as a chasm.’

’A full-power strike from me, even if I hold back thirty percent, will be enough to severely injure this kid and knock him to the ground. That’ll teach him some respect.’

"Kid, get ready!"

The Wolf Demon let out a low roar and kicked off the ground with its hind legs.

Muddy water exploded outward!

The gray figure shot forward, demonic energy surging around it. Its right front paw glowed with a dark luster as it slashed down at Jiang Mu’s head, accompanied by a shriek that tore through the rain.

The blow was powerful, heavy, and carried a shocking momentum!

Jiang Mu’s expression remained unchanged. With a flick of his wrist, the Blood Mad Saber was in his hand.

The [Grand Purity Sky-Dipper Blood River True Qi] in his body frantically poured into the blade, enhanced by the Star Power of the [Earth Spirit Star].