Human Clan Defender-Chapter 419 -s 178 to 180 Human Clan’s Conflict Cannot Be Meddled by Demon Evil (Three-in-One - , Seeking Monthly Votes)_3

Chapter 419: Chapters 178 to 180 Human Clan’s Conflict Cannot Be Meddled by Demon Evil (Three-in-One Chapter, Seeking Monthly Votes)_3

From that information, Shen Changqing identified some commonalities among certain locations. He couldn’t be completely sure that every place where no Demon Evil were found was necessarily plagued by spirits; after all, the departure of Demon Evil was not a strange occurrence. But from the plethora of information, Shen Changqing found that there were a few places where the presence of spirits was indeed possible. Those places were similar to Fengqiu Mountain, all being rarely visited mountain forests.

Normally, Demon Evil wouldn’t stay in mountain forests for too long. After all, few living souls enter these forests. Even if Demon Evil were to appear there, they would quickly leave and set their sights on villages, or even towns. The flesh of living beings is the primary means for Demon Evil to grow stronger. If they just waited like sitting ducks in the forest, it would yield no significant effect.

And according to the records in the archives, there are a few places in the forests where Demon Evil disturbances have been reported. This significantly increases the likelihood of them being spirits!

Shen Changqing rested his right hand on the table, his fingers subconsciously tapping lightly.

These spirits were different from Demon Evil. Although they also devoured the flesh of living beings, spirits were fundamentally wild beasts.

Thus, spirits preferred to stay in mountain forests.

After considerable thought, he pinpointed a few locations in his mind.

If his conjectures were correct, then those places would most definitely harbor spirits.

I need to find an opportunity to search those places. If I can find a few spirits, my Star Finger could be elevated! Star Finger is currently my most powerful technique, bar none. Divine Skills are potent, but they also have their drawbacks. To truly comprehend one to a profound realm is exceptionally difficult. Take Star Finger, for instance. To comprehend it, one must observe the stars at night and then, from the profound mysteries, grasp the Dao of the Divine Skill, thereby raising its level. Such a method is far too esoteric for most people. Even I have little confidence in comprehending Divine Skills by observing the stars at night.

「Two days passed.」

The post-battle matters in the city had been almost entirely dealt with; what remained was the compensation for the families of the fallen. Those matters would be resolved by the people within the city.

As the armies of the Heaven Alliance retreated, a certain piece of news also began to spread officially.

A one-year pact to decide the fate of South Nether Prefecture.

Upon receiving this news, Jianghu was shaken.

"The South Nether Prefecture Defender Envoy, a one-year pact!"

Within a vast estate, Shen Yin, the Head of the Shen Family, had a slight change in expression upon receiving the message.

Immediately, he summoned many Elders of the Shen Family for deliberation.

In the great hall, all the Elders of the Shen Family had arrived, and Shen Hua also sat there.

"Family Head, you’ve suddenly summoned us. Has something happened?" an Elder asked with a solemn face.

The current situation in South Nether Prefecture was tense. Summoning everyone so suddenly—it was impossible that there were no issues. Likewise, if there really were issues, they were likely major ones.

Amid the anxious gazes of everyone, Shen Yin shook his head slightly. "Rest assured, the Heaven Alliance hasn’t reached the Shen Family’s doorstep yet. The reason I’ve summoned you all is to discuss other matters."

He knew what everyone was thinking.

The Heaven Alliance’s power was so great that it was nearly sweeping through South Nether Prefecture.

If the Shen Family were an ordinary Jianghu force, then there wouldn’t be much concern; at worst, they could simply join the Heaven Alliance.

However, the Shen Family was different from ordinary Jianghu forces.

Generations of the Shen Family had joined the Demon-Subduing Division. Although a Jianghu force, they were practically considered part of the Demon-Subduing Division.

Thus, facing the might of the Heaven Alliance, the Shen Family could not openly join them as other forces might.

If the Shen Family did so, it wouldn’t matter whether the Heaven Alliance accepted them; the members of the Shen Family who had joined the Demon-Subduing Division would be the first to suffer.

Therefore, the people of the Shen Family had been constantly worried that the Heaven Alliance would come knocking on their door.

At that point, they would be in a bind, as neither surrendering nor resisting would be a viable option.

Upon hearing Shen Yin’s words, everyone visibly relaxed. 𝒻𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝘯𝘰𝑣ℯ𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝘮

As long as the Heaven Alliance wasn’t attacking, other matters were manageable.

Observing everyone’s expressions, Shen Yin shook his head helplessly. "However, although the Heaven Alliance hasn’t come, the news we’ve received is related to them, and I need to discuss it with you to decide on our countermeasures."

Upon hearing this, many faces tightened once more.

At this moment, Shen Yin said, "The latest news reports that the Heaven Alliance advanced like splitting bamboo, reaching the very gates of South Gate City. Just as they were about to breach the city, the newly appointed South Nether Prefecture Defender Envoy, Shen Changqing, appeared and halted their offensive. Moreover, he has made a one-year pact with Shimohe. If Shimohe wins their battle a year from now, all Imperial Court forces will withdraw from South Nether Prefecture."

When Shen Yin finished, the great hall fell utterly silent.

Astonishment mixed with confusion was evident on everyone’s faces.

An Elder inquired, "South Nether Prefecture Defender Envoy, what kind of position is that? I have never heard of a South Nether Prefecture Defender Envoy before. Currently, all Defender Envoys in South Nether Prefecture are affiliated with a specific city."

The Defender Envoy of Mountain-Breaking City and the Defender Envoy of South Nether Prefecture are entirely different matters.

"The fact that there was no South Nether Prefecture Defender Envoy in the past doesn’t mean there isn’t one now," Shen Yin said. "Clearly, the Imperial Court holds Shen Changqing in high regard, which is why they conferred the title of South Nether Prefecture Defender Envoy upon him."