Human Clan Defender-Chapter 478 - 225: Bloodline Inheritance (Vote for Monthly Ticket)

Chapter 478: Chapter 225: Bloodline Inheritance (Vote for Monthly Ticket)

Chixiao.

For Shen Changqing, it was equally unfamiliar. But what made him more curious was how the other party managed to obtain such information.

"Where did you get your information from?"

Tiankui answered truthfully, its voice appearing in Shen Changqing’s mind, *After my metamorphosis to this realm, the corresponding information naturally appeared in my bloodline.*

This explanation was very reasonable as well.

Shen Changqing nodded. "That’s fine. Since you belong to the Chixiao Clan, continue using the name Tiankui from now on. There shouldn’t be any major conflicts."

*Thank you, Master, for bestowing a name.*

Shen Changqing continued to ask, "Do the memories of your bloodline inheritance have methods to break through limits?"

If Tiankui could continue to break through, it would undoubtedly be a good thing. As long as he could suppress it, the stronger its strength, the better.

Upon hearing this, Tiankui shook its head, and its voice once again appeared in Shen Changqing’s mind.

*I’m not sure. The memories of my bloodline inheritance do not contain methods to break limits, and it seems that no Chixiao has ever been able to break through this limit. But as I see it, there might be a chance to break through as long as one continues to devour Spiritual Objects.*

It was clear to itself how it had come this far. If it weren’t for Shen Changqing feeding it blood containing powerful forces every day, it wouldn’t have reached this point, even if it were given several decades.

In the inherited memories, all those in the Chixiao Clan who reached this realm were considered top existences. Within the race, very few truly reached this level. It counted as one. Its mother, who had perished in the past, was also one.

Afterwards, Shen Changqing asked, "Do your inherited memories have any information about other Chixiao? Or, do your inherited memories clarify what exactly the Heavenly Realm is? Why has your Chixiao Clan appeared in the Heavenly Realm?"

He asked several questions that had been weighing on his mind all at once.

In the past, these questions had been buried deep in his heart. He hadn’t spoken of them because he felt that no one could provide him with answers. But now it was different. The awakening of Tiankui’s bloodline inheritance memories—just from the literal meaning of these words, one could tell that this inherited memory was likely very ancient. Perhaps it might contain the answers he sought.

Unfortunately, when Shen Changqing asked the questions that puzzled him, Tiankui knew nothing at all.

Clearly, the inherited memories contained scant information, mostly concerning the Chixiao Clan through the generations, with nothing else at all.

After much questioning, Shen Changqing gave up on the thought of obtaining secrets from it.

However, he still couldn’t help but ask one more question, "Is there any presence of the Demon Evil Clan in your inherited memories?"

Tiankui decisively shook its head. *No. My inherited memories have never contained any information about Demon Evil.*

It knew what Demon Evil was. Having followed Shen Changqing, it had witnessed him slaying many Demon Evils. Back then, although it couldn’t communicate as easily as now, it was still very clear about what it had seen with its own eyes.

"Come on!" Shen Changqing’s attention focused on the Fierce Beast before him. "Let me test your strength and see exactly what level you are at."

Unable to get any information, it was essential to see how strong the other party was. Sensing an aura isn’t very accurate.

*Okay!* Tiankui did not refuse.

It knew that its strength was incapable of injuring the person before it in the slightest.

Instantly, Tiankui steadied its mind and activated its own power; a surge of tremendous energy rose from its abdomen and instantly flooded into its throat.

The next moment, it opened its enormous maw, and dense thunder light ferociously struck forward.

BOOM!

An earth-shattering roar sounded. All of the fluctuations had been quelled as soon as they erupted.

Shen Changqing withdrew his hand, from which a faint wisp of smoke still dissipated.

"Impressive power!" he nodded in approval.

The power of that move was much stronger than that of an average Grandmaster Peak. Moreover, it contained the properties of thunder, capable of paralyzing a person’s flesh and blood qi, and could play a significant role during combat.

Overall, Tiankui, having just matured, already possessed strength greater than the typical Grandmaster Peak. Coupled with its ability to fly and its massive size, taking all factors into consideration, this was quite impressive. It just wasn’t enough to contend against a Grandmaster Ultimate Summit yet. With continued nurturing, there was hope for further enhancement.

After testing its strength, Shen Changqing did not take action again. As per the old custom, he extracted a bit of ordinary blood, fed it, and then turned to leave the courtyard.

「In the great hall.」

Mu Qing was not there, so Shen Changqing directly had someone else go to pass the message, and then sat and waited himself. Less than an hour had passed when Mu Qing and Xing Yi walked in from outside.

"Defender Shen."

Shen Changqing nodded. "Please, both of you, take a seat." He waited for the two to sit down before delving into the main topic. "Earlier, I tasked you with eradicating the Demon Evil within the jurisdiction of Mountain-Breaking City. I wonder how the situation is now?"

As his words fell, Mu Qing looked towards Xing Yi. Intelligence was always integrated by the Heavenly Inspection Guard. As the Defender Envoy, he didn’t bother with too many such matters.

Feeling Mu Qing’s gaze on him, Xing Yi did not hesitate for long before he cupped his fists in response. "Within the jurisdiction of Mountain-Breaking City, all Fiend Level and above Demon Evil have been completely eradicated. Some Resentment Level Monsters have survived, but with the Demon-Subduing Division pursuing them with all its might, they won’t last very long. However, some Ghostly Level Fiends, with their inherently weaker Yin Evil Aura and tendency to hide in the dark, are not easy to find."

Once Demon Evil reached Resentment Level, their Yin Evil Aura became much stronger. The destruction they caused was also very noticeable. For the members of the Demon-Subduing Division, eradicating them wasn’t troublesome at all. Only the Ghostly Level Fiends, being inherently weaker and with their subtle Yin Evil Aura, were truly difficult to find.

Shen Changqing said, "Do not worry too much about the Ghostly Level Fiends; the destruction they can cause is limited. Only with the inside help of Demonfolk could they possibly cause significant damage. Have the Heavenly Inspection Guard pay close attention to any movements in various places. If there is any hint of trouble, send someone immediately to investigate and suppress. I do not want to hear of any more disturbances caused by Demon Evil in the near future."

He paused, then continued, "Several months ago, several Demon-Subduing Divisions besieged the Myriad Buddhas Sect, resulting in serious injuries to a few Dominators and subsequent rampant Demon Evil wreaking havoc in South Nether Prefecture. Although my Demon-Subduing Division has been making every effort to suppress the Demon Evil, we are still stretched too thin. In the meantime, numerous sects stood by idly, turning a blind eye to the havoc wreaked by the Demon Evil. How do you think we should deal with this matter?"

Upon hearing this, Mu Qing did not answer.

Xing Yi spoke calmly, "According to Great Qin’s laws, those who allow Demon Evil to wreak havoc—despite having the ability to intervene yet choosing to ignore it—shall be treated as traitors to the Human Clan and executed."

Regarding Demon Evil, the laws of Great Qin had always been extremely strict. Even the lightest punishment was the grave crime of beheading. In severe cases, executing the nine kin was not excessive.

Hearing this, Shen Changqing slightly nodded. "Good, then let everything proceed in accordance with the law."

Afterwards, he observed the expressions of the two before continuing, "I have reviewed the files provided by the Heavenly Inspection Guard last time. There are six top-tier sects that have violated Great Qin’s laws, and seventeen other sects. I will take responsibility for dealing with the top-tier sects; as for the rest, have your men wipe them all out. Remember, focus on executing the masterminds. If others resist stubbornly, there is no need for mercy."

Shen Changqing’s voice was calm, but the killing intent contained within was palpable to anyone.

Both nodded.

Then, he looked at Xing Yi again. "Spread this message to South Sea City as well. Have them also eliminate all sects that have gone against Great Qin’s laws, without sparing a single one."

"Yes!" Xing Yi said respectfully.

After Shen Changqing left, Mu Qing sighed. "South Nether Prefecture will once again descend into bloodshed and turmoil!"

This news, once disseminated, would undoubtedly lead to tremendous upheaval. However, he substantially agreed with Shen Changqing’s approach. Defying Great Qin’s laws, letting Demon Evil slaughter the Human Clan without taking action, was in some ways no different from betraying the Human Clan, especially since many Sects relied on the offerings of local populations. Even so, when trouble arose and they chose to ignore it, only death could appease the public outrage. It’s just that over the years the Demon-Subduing Division’s strength had diminished considerably, coupled with internal and external troubles, which was why there hadn’t been major actions against those sects for fear of provoking a greater backlash. But clearly, this Defender Envoy of South Nether Prefecture was not one to be indecisive. He was remarkably resolute and decisive. Having such a person in charge of South Nether Prefecture was, in other respects, a good thing.

Xing Yi said, "Those sects kicking us when we’re down should indeed be killed. If we do not demonstrate the might of the Demon-Subduing Division, the next time a force like the Heaven Alliance emerges, they will still vacillate. Better to subdue them directly, once and for all."

The emergence of the Heaven Alliance had revealed the fence-sitter mentality of the Jianghu forces. For the Demon-Subduing Division, such forces could be likened to a ticking time bomb. If handled poorly, they might backstab at any moment. Therefore, it might be better to fully subdue them all at once, so that next time, they would have to carefully weigh the consequences of such actions. To be honest, Xing Yi had always wanted to do this. But he lacked the personal strength to carry it out, and the Demon-Subduing Division had limited powers at its disposal, which was why it had been left unresolved. Now that Shen Changqing had appeared, and clearly possessed the strength to suppress South Nether Prefecture, it was no longer an issue.

Soon, Shen Changqing’s order was conveyed by Mu Qing. The Demon Hunters affiliated with the Mountain-Breaking City Demon-Subduing Division, upon receiving the news, immediately began to take action. To coordinate with the Demon-Subduing Division’s operations, the elite defending armies from various cities were mobilized extensively.

For a time, South Nether Prefecture was turbulent once again.