I Become a Martial Arts God in the Chaotic Demon World-Chapter 449 Zhou Qiaonian

Entering Heaven Net City, Han Zheng observed the streets around him.

Heaven Net City was a large city, certainly not comparable to the Capital City, but it was about the same size as Kai Ping Prefecture.

Along the way, countless merchants came and went, with no trace of Blood Demon Sect devils hiding among them.

In fact, the more bustling a place, the more difficult it becomes to investigate the disappearance of a few people.

With so many merchants coming and going every day, who knows whether those missing people left the city or went somewhere else?

"Old Xiang, do you know the Garrison Captain of Heaven Net City's Demon Cleansing Bureau?"

Xiang Yuangong replied in a deep voice, "I know him, but we've merely met and haven't exchanged words.

To be precise, the one truly responsible for guarding Heaven Net City is not the Garrison Captain but a Patrol Envoy of the Yang God Realm."

Han Zheng was slightly surprised, "A Patrol Envoy at the Yang God Realm? Does Heaven Net City require such a powerful figure to guard it?"

The Sixteen Cities surrounding the Capital City are all guarded by Garrison Captains at the True Pill Realm.

Even the cities near Demon Suppression Pass are guarded similarly.

It's somewhat extravagant for Heaven Net City to be guarded by a Patrol Envoy at the Yang God Realm, isn't it?

Xiang Yuangong explained, "The Garrison Captain of Heaven Net City, Lord Zhou Qiaonian, was once a Patrol Envoy at the Yang God Realm.

More than twenty years ago, Demon Suppression Pass was attacked by demons, and Lord Zhou was seriously injured by the Swallowing Moon Demon King.

That Swallowing Moon Demon King wasn't an ordinary demon king; it possessed the Divine Bloodline of the ancient Moon Howling Demon God, extremely formidable and dignified, with power rivalling even Demon Emperor level.

Lord Zhou managed to withstand three moves from the Swallowing Moon Demon King without dying, which was already remarkable, but his foundation was destroyed, injuring his three souls and seven spirits, causing him to fall to the True Pill Realm.

The Grand Commander wanted Lord Zhou to retire in the Elder Court, considering his advancing age.

Yet, he chose to continue working, unwilling to waste the rest of his life away.

The Grand Commander appreciated Lord Zhou's contributions and didn't want him to be overly burdened, so he assigned him to Heaven Net City.

This place is also a major route to the Capital City, not excessively dangerous, and could be considered a lucrative position."

Swallowing Moon Demon King?

Suddenly, Han Zheng thought of the one who perished alongside Qin Wumie.

Back then, Qin Wumie had achieved Great Success in the Heavenly Demon Pill Method, with extraordinary depth, and a demon king who could perish alongside him was surely no ordinary being.

Now it seems to be this Swallowing Moon Demon King with an exceptionally noble bloodline.

It seems Zhou Qiaonian should have some connection with Qin Wumie.

Han Zheng nodded and suddenly asked, "How is Lord Zhou's ability?"

Xiang Yuangong thought for a moment and replied, "I haven't had much interaction with Lord Zhou, but you can rest assured, Lord Zhou's character is unquestionably trustworthy.

Back at Demon Suppression Pass, Lord Zhou was the first to stand up against the Swallowing Moon Demon King; without him, more men would've perished in that battle.

Those who dared to fight the demons heroically at Demon Suppression Pass are no ordinary people."

Han Zheng nodded gently.

It wasn't that he was overly suspicious, but it was unlikely for Heaven Net City to potentially harbor a large number of Blood Demon Sect remnants, while Zhou Qiaonian, as the Patrol Envoy of the city, remained unaware.

They reached the entrance of the Demon Cleansing Bureau in Heaven Net City, displayed their identities, and were immediately invited inside.

Inside the Council Hall, an elder with a tall and robust figure, wearing Red Gold Flying Bear Armor, walked out with a hearty smile.

"Hahaha! I've heard of our Demon Cleansing Bureau producing a young talent, just recently rewarded by Your Majesty. That must be you, young friend Han Zheng?"

Zhou Qiaonian looked to be in his sixties, though his hair was gray; his face was sturdy and vigorous, with an overflowing aura, showing no signs of decline from heavy injuries or a fallen realm.

"Junior Han Zheng, greets Lord Zhou."

In terms of rank, Han Zheng, the Grand Steward of the Thirteen Guards, actually surpassed the town guardian of Heaven Net City by one level, but Zhou Qiaonian was once a Patrol Envoy at the Yang God Realm, and he was still entitled to wear the Red Gold Flying Bear Armor, so Han Zheng had to address himself as a junior.

Xiang Yuangong and others also respectfully cupped their hands in salute.

They held great respect for this senior who had fought demons at the front of Demon Suppression Pass.

"No need for such formalities. You are all outstanding talents of our Demon Cleansing Bureau; seeing you makes this old man feel gratified, knowing the Demon Cleansing Bureau has worthy successors. Outdoing the masters, hahahaha!"

Zhou Qiaonian heartily led them to the reception hall, showing no airs of a senior.

Zhou Qiaonian's manner reminded Han Zheng of someone, Wan Zhongshan from Southern Mountain's Qianjiang Prefecture, similarly hearty and generous.

Both are elders of the Demon Cleansing Bureau's Profound Armor Guards, prioritizing the Bureau's actions above all else.

Seeing talented young people like them genuinely makes these seniors happy.

After taking their seats, Zhou Qiaonian served tea and asked, "Young friend Han, you and the Jing'an Guard are here on official duty? Rest assured, I will certainly cooperate with you in any way possible."

Han Zheng replied solemnly, "It's like this: a Patrol Envoy previously passed through Heaven Net City and discovered signs of Blood Demon Sect remnants.

Lord Zhou should know what Blood Demon Sect signifies, so the Grand Commander has tasked us to investigate.

Has Lord Zhou noticed any signs of Blood Demon Sect lurking in Heaven Net City?"

"Alas."

Zhou Qiaonian sighed heavily and said in a deep voice, "It's not just traces; I'm certain there are Blood Demon Sect ground mice entrenched here in Heaven Net City!"

Han Zheng and others were startled.

Zhou Qiaonian knew Blood Demon Sect was lurking in Heaven Net City, so why hadn't he reported or dealt with it?

Seeing the doubt in Han Zheng's eyes and others, Zhou Qiaonian sighed and explained, "You're probably wondering why I didn't report or handle the matter?

Firstly, those ground mice hide too well. I've caught their tails countless times but never managed to snag them.

Secondly, my forces in Heaven Net City are inadequate, with only fifty Profound Armor Guards combined.

I am too conspicuous; whenever I appear, those ground mice vanish without a trace, and my subordinates can't deal with them.

As for why I didn't report it, that was indeed my fault.

We in the Demon Cleansing Bureau are constantly short on manpower. I know the Grand Commander is overwhelmed in the Capital City, with cases that lack people to handle them.

Feeling useless for not catching those ground mice yet, I'd be embarrassed to ask the Grand Commander for help.

Unexpectedly, the Grand Commander learned of this issue and sent you, young friend Han, to help.

In that case, it'd be best to trouble you to help root out those Blood Demon Sect ground mice.

Afterwards, I'll report to the Grand Commander, recognizing your merits and taking responsibility for myself."

Han Zheng's expression became peculiar.

He thought the Grand Commander wasn't busy; instead, he was quite leisurely, and even had time to roast meat.

However, Zhou Qiaonian's personality was overly stubborn, insisting on resolving the Blood Demon Sect problem himself to avoid troubling the Grand Commander.

Han Zheng suddenly asked curiously, "Lord Zhou, why are there so few Profound Armor Guards in Heaven Net City, only about fifty?

Even a regular small state mansion would have more than fifty people, right?"

Zhou Qiaonian smiled wryly, "I always felt the Grand Commander lacked people, so I sent my outstanding young subordinates to the Capital City. Now only some veterans with little hope of promotion and some new recruits under my guidance are left.

Unexpectedly, this situation has somewhat backfired, hindering my tasks.

Alas, I'm getting older and less capable, always picking up sesame seeds while losing watermelons."

"Lord Zhou, please don't speak so self-deprecatingly; your dedication is admirable and respected by me. ƒrēewebnoѵёl.cσm

We came here specifically to investigate Blood Demon Sect, and surely you have gathered quite a lot of information over these years?"

Zhou Qiaonian nodded, said in a deep voice, "Indeed, I've gathered substantial data, but it's extremely troublesome. The remnants of Blood Demon Sect involve complicated ties.

Without such complications, I could snag them even if they were elusive!

Though my realm has declined, I haven't reached the point where I cannot fight."

Seeing the time, Zhou Qiaonian said, "It's getting late; you and your team have traveled far. Let's dine first, and after the meal, I'll inform you about Blood Demon Sect in detail."

Without considering Han Zheng and others' polite refusals, Zhou Qiaonian insisted they go to the guest room to rest while he arranged the banquet.

With Zhou Qiaonian's enthusiasm, Han Zheng and his team couldn't refuse and agreed to join him.

At the banquet, in addition to some veterans of the Demon Cleansing Bureau, a young woman joined, showing close familiarity with Zhou Qiaonian.