I Become a Martial Arts God in the Chaotic Demon World-Chapter 271 Investigation

Though both sides cultivate the same techniques, Washing Sword Pavilion's martial artists gain experience and fight as disciples of a major sect, while Asking Sword Manor just bullies others in Taishan Prefecture.

Even those born into the core lineage of Washing Sword Pavilion must diligently cultivate to earn their Cultivation Resources.

As for the disciples of Asking Sword Manor, as long as you can breathe, you have access to Cultivation Resources.

Washing Sword Pavilion cares about its own reputation; they might give less to their own disciples, but they certainly don't skimp on what they provide to Asking Sword Manor.

And with the protection from Washing Sword Pavilion, Asking Sword Manor isn't afraid of troubles from others.

Although they are a group of wastes, they are indeed living a lush life."

Watching Han deep in thought, Liu Xunqi advised, "Han, the situation with Asking Sword Manor is a bit tricky. If you obtain evidence of Asking Sword Manor colluding with Demons, you can apply to the higher-ups for a forced investigation of Asking Sword Manor.

But as of now, wanting to take action against Asking Sword Manor based solely on a demon's word won't be easy.

And if you consider moving against other powers in the Martial World, our Taishan Prefecture Demon Cleansing Bureau can cooperate.

However, if it's Asking Sword Manor you want to deal with, then I'm powerless to help.

Once we act against Asking Sword Manor, we'll make enemies with Washing Sword Pavilion. You can return to headquarters, but I still have to stay here in Taishan Prefecture.

Offending Washing Sword Pavilion, one of the Five Families and Seven Sects, would mean no peace for our Taishan Prefecture Demon Cleansing Bureau.

Please forgive me, Han; I'm truly helpless in this matter."

Han nodded and said, "Mr. Liu, you've done all you can, which is commendable.

But the issue with Asking Sword Manor ultimately needs resolution—where can evidence come from if not from investigation?"

Liu Xunqi sighed, "Since you, Han, are so determined to investigate Asking Sword Manor, I won't stop you.

This is what I can do: though I can't openly assist you, I can send a Demon Sweeping Colonel to help under your command.

He's also a promising young talent from our Taishan Prefecture Demon Cleansing Department, familiar with local powers, and might be able to offer you some insights."

"Thank you very much, Mr. Liu."

Han bowed in thanks and exchanged a few more pleasantries before Liu Xunqi shook his head and left.

Ye Liuyun and Su Wuming had been listening quietly by the side.

Once Liu Xunqi had left, Ye Liuyun frowned and said, "Brother Han, this Asking Sword Manor seems quite problematic, do you really want to take action? Like Liu Xunqi said, they're living comfortably; do they really need to collude with Demons? What are they trying to gain?"

Han responded lightly, "What someone wants is something only they themselves know."

"You might think the people from Asking Sword Manor have an easy life with few desires, yet how can you possibly know what they truly want?"

"The reason the Black Mountain Demon is so troublesome is that he is adept at probing into people's hearts."

"You don't know what your opponent wants, but the Black Mountain Demon does."

"Originally, I thought that Asking Sword Manor was just an ordinary force in the Martial World, controlling their sect to conduct the investigation would have been sufficient."

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"However, since Asking Sword Manor is backed by Washing Sword Pavilion, we should proceed with more caution, observing proprieties before resorting to force."

"Tomorrow, just the three of us will visit and deliver invitation cards to probe what the situation is."

"Even knowing Washing Sword Pavilion stands behind them, Han Zheng dares to step forward, yet his confidence this time comes not from his strength but from Elder Du Songquan of Washing Sword Pavilion, who stole his sworn brother's wife."

"Han Zheng has declared he would keep Du Songquan's secret for a lifetime, and that means a lifetime."

"The next morning, Liu Xunqi brings a thirty-something-year-old Demon Sweeping Captain looking for Han Zheng."

"Han, he is my adoptive son, Zhang Jiangbei. He's considered a promising figure among the younger generation in my Taishan Prefecture Demon Cleansing Department; of course, he can't compare to you."

"He is sharp-witted, and I usually have him deal with those forces in the Martial World when investigating Asking Sword Manor; he can help."

"Han Zheng laughed, 'Mr. Liu praises too highly. Given Brother Zhang's age, he would be considered a promising figure even within the entire Southern Mountain Demon Cleansing Department. However, why has Brother Zhang never been to the headquarters?'"

"This Zhang Jiangbei has a heroic and robust appearance, looking about the same age as Pei Xiuyuan, belonging to Han Zheng's previous generation of Xuanjia Guards."

"Han Zheng's generation of Xuanjia Guards has seen the emergence of many talents, including Han Zheng himself, Su Wuming, Si Xingyan, Tang Jue, Cui Zeyuan, and even Ye Liuyun, who are considered the best among the young generation."

"The previous generation's strength was slightly weaker, with the level of Pei Xiuyuan ranking high, simply put, there were no particularly outstanding figures."

"Thus, Zhang Jiangbei completely qualifies to take charge in the Demon Cleansing Department headquarters."

"Zhang Jiangbei smiled and said, 'My adoptive father has nurtured me up to now, even investing his own resources in my cultivation."

"There's also a shortage of people here in Taishan Prefecture. If I were to leave, my adoptive father would definitely get busier.'"

"'You cheeky kid, do you think Taishan Prefecture will stop functioning without you?'"

"Liu Xunqi laughed and scolded, patting Zhang Jiangbei's shoulder. 'Take good care of Han for me. Asking Sword Manor is tough to deal with; don't let them suffer any losses.'"

"Finished speaking, Liu Xunqi turned his gaze to Han, 'Han, please also look after my adoptive son. Recently, while I investigated those Martial World forces, though I haven't uncovered their collusion with Black Mountain Demon, some forces were indeed dishonest. I need to resolve that, so Taishan Prefecture will rely on you, Han.'"

"After speaking, Liu Xunqi left with the elite of the Taishan Prefecture Demon Cleansing Department."

"Mr. Han, from now on, I will follow your commands."

"Zhang Jiangbei bowed respectfully to Han Zheng, handling himself with polite clarity."

"Not like Pei Xiuyuan back then, who acted arrogant and conceited."

"Han Zheng quickly said, 'Brother Zhang, you are too polite! Mr. Liu didn't send you here just for me to command, but for you to be my consultant."

"As you are most familiar with the situation here in Taishan Prefecture, we will rely greatly on you going forward."

"Especially with Asking Sword Manor, it seems quite sensitive.'"

"Zhang Jiangbei laughed, 'Mr. Han, you are being modest. Everyone knows you're the young, rising start of the Demon Cleansing Department."

"Entering Smoke Wave Prefecture alone, eliminating demons, suppressing sects, and clearly handling those Martial World forces."

"'My adoptive father even said that I should learn well from you. Investigating Asking Sword Manor is indeed a complicated matter."

"Normally, we avoid meddling with Asking Sword Manor's people when possible. Now, if you wish to proceed with the investigation, I have two suggestions— one overt and one covert."

"The covert approach is safer, monitoring all disciples from Asking Sword Manor in secret, gathering evidence before deciding the next step, which is more secure."

"The overt approach would be to directly visit the inside of Asking Sword Manor and speak tactfully, trying not to mention their collusion with demons. It's best to approach indirectly to foster their cooperation.'"

"At this point, Zhang Jiangbei sighed, 'Dealing with those people from Asking Sword Manor is truly exhausting, even more so than dealing with Washing Sword Pavilion. You must be extremely careful with your words, fearful of provoking them."

"So I suggest, Mr. Han, that you choose to investigate covertly, as it's safer. What do you think?'"

"PS: Zhang Jiangbei is a minor character from the reader Jiangbei Xiao Hongxing."