I can extract hidden information from everything.

Chapter 15 Xuan Gang Blade Technique, Revenge

With a slight thought, Xu Yan noticed wisps of smoke appearing in the void before him.

The smoke quickly condensed and transformed into a few lines of text.

【Breaking the罡 Three Blades + Mysterious Cloud Blade Technique = Mysterious罡 Blade Technique】

[Mysterious Gang Blade Technique (Mastery): 50%]

The smoke suddenly dissipated, transforming into a large amount of information that entered Xu Yan's mind.

The scenery before my eyes has changed.

Not far ahead, a phantom suddenly appeared, standing in the void.

The phantom figure wielded a long sword and swung it forward.

The continuous sword strikes surged forth like ocean waves.

Each strike was more powerful than the last.

As the phantom unleashed its final strike, the void in front of it was suddenly cleaved, leaving a deep crack.

My vision blurred for a moment, then gradually became clear again.

Xu Yan opened his eyes, a glint of shrewdness flashing in them.

The combined Xuan Gang Blade Technique is even stronger than the Three Breaking Gang Blades.

The original Three-Strike Breaking Technique could only become stronger within three strikes.

The laws of the Xuan Gang Blade are completely different; each strike is stronger than the last.

If the Xuanpin Qi is sufficient, it can even become extremely powerful.

Although Xu Yan was slightly pleased to receive the new sword technique, he composed himself and looked at the other reward.

"Blood Armor Technique seems to be a defensive technique."

Now that we have enough offensive power, we are indeed lacking a defensive technique.

Xu Yan did not hesitate and immediately chose to extract.

[Reward Obtained: Blood Armor Technique]

[Blood Armor Technique (Mastery): 5%]

After the Blood Armor Technique disappeared, Xu Yan felt a change in the Xuanpin Qi within his body.

The mysterious female energy seemed to be guided by someone, circulating within the body along a predetermined route.

The next moment, the power of qi and blood erupted and was applied to the flesh and blood of his entire body.

The flesh and blood became tough, as if they were covered with a thick layer of armor.

"Most importantly, even so, it doesn't affect my flexibility."

Xu Yan tried swinging his arm and found that the Blood Armor Technique did not affect his sword strikes.

"Next, we just need to wait for the chalcedony energy inside the ring."

There is still some chalcedony energy left inside the ring that hasn't been extracted, but it requires wearing it for five days, so this can't be rushed.

It was getting late, and tonight we had experienced another series of battles.

Xu Yan stopped thinking about it, sat cross-legged on the bed, and began to cultivate according to the Xuanpin Yiqi Jue (Mysterious Female Qi Technique).

As for the matter concerning Master Wang and Constable Chen, we'll deal with it once the yamen discovers it.

……

The next day.

As dawn broke, a sound came from the nearby houses.

After Xu Yan quickly washed up, she saw breakfast on the table, but Ye Shu was nowhere to be seen.

Besides the food, there was also a note on the table.

Xu Yan picked up the note and glanced at it.

[Old Xu, I'm going to the study hall first. The food is ready. Remember to clean up after you're done eating.]

Xu Yan placed the note aside and shook her head slightly.

Although something big happened last night, life still goes on as usual for him and Ye Shu.

"Let's go to the market again."

After finishing her meal, Xu Yan quickly cleaned up the dishes and headed towards the market.

He tries his luck every day; if he manages to find a bargain, it's a win for him.

"Snapped!"

After the door closed, Xu Yan's figure disappeared at the end of the street.

……

yamen.

Inside the lobby.

Zhou Dianli went to the jail and returned with a slight frown.

In the Great Xuan Kingdom, the so-called "dianli" refers to the person in charge of managing the constables.

Every day, Zhou Dianli would go to inspect the constables of the four departments.

But something's not right today.

Needless to say, the constables from both sides are still out on missions.

Guo, the head constable of Dingfang, died and was even accused of a serious crime.

Why isn't Constable Chen from Room C here?

"Could it be that he's deserted his post again to seek pleasure?"

Although Zhou Dianli found it strange, he didn't think much of it and prepared to go to the nearest brothel for a drink after leaving the yamen.

He wasn't ambitious; he just wanted to coast along in Anping County.

Although there are occasional disturbances in the county town, they are usually quelled.

No matter how big the matter, as long as it doesn't jeopardize his official position, he's content with the status quo.

"My lord, something terrible has happened!"

A constable suddenly ran in and blocked Zhou Dianli's way.

Clerk Zhou was slightly taken aback, then frowned and shouted, "What's the panic! What's causing this commotion?"

The constable wiped the sweat from his forehead and said in a low voice, "Guhe Village was attacked, and there were no survivors. The scene was littered with dismembered limbs, and this was the only item we found."

A blood-stained letter was handed to Zhou Dianli.

Zhou Dianli's pupils contracted slightly as he hurriedly took the letter and read it carefully.

After he finished reading it, a terrifying aura immediately rose from his body.

"The Ascension Cult!"

The letter stated that Master Wang, a spy for the Ascension Sect, had been killed. They suspected that the incident was related to Anping County, so they planned to massacre the village in retaliation.

Even greater retaliation is yet to come.

If this revenge is to end, the murderer must be handed over.

After sensing Zhou Dianli's presence, the constables became timid and dared not speak.

"Normally, although there are occasional disturbances, they are all minor squabbles."

Zhou Dianli narrowed his eyes, revealing a fierce glint in them.

"If this gets any bigger, not only will I lose my official position, but I'm afraid I might not even be able to save my life."

He took a deep breath and walked towards the backyard of the government office.

"Immediately recall the head constables of both branches A and B to strictly guard the villages surrounding Anping County."

"I'll go find Lord Zhang and see what he has to say."

The constable quickly clasped his hands in a fist and palm salute: "Your subordinate obeys."

After watching Zhou Dianli leave, he hurried outside.

……

In the backyard, inside a study.

Magistrate Zhang is reading a book.

A cup of tea sat beside it, steaming hot.

"After a while, the higher-ups will come to check on our achievements."

"Although there were evil spirits causing trouble in Anping County, I have quelled them all."

"Perhaps I can get a promotion."

Magistrate Zhang's thoughts were racing, but the corners of his mouth kept turning up in a smile.

Anyone pursuing a career in government wants to climb the ranks, and he was no exception.

I don't seek great achievements, but as long as I can take each step very steadily, that's a good thing.

At least that's how it seems for now.

Thinking this, Magistrate Zhang picked up his teacup, took a sip, and prepared to continue reading.

"Knock knock knock".

A knock on the door suddenly broke Magistrate Zhang's thoughts.

At the same time, Zhou Dianli's voice came.

"My lord, something terrible has happened!"

"Come in!"

Magistrate Zhang frowned slightly, gave a soft shout, and put down his teacup.

Clerk Zhou hurried in and placed the letter on the table: "Please, Your Excellency, consider this carefully."

Magistrate Zhang picked up the letter, read it carefully, and the veins on the back of his hand bulged.

"At such a crucial moment, this kind of thing has happened in our county, jeopardizing our county's promotion!"

"Investigate! Investigate for me! Find out who provoked this Ascension Sect!"

There were occasional frictions between the two sides, but they were never resolved, and the deaths of a few people didn't matter.

But if this large-scale death toll isn't addressed, his job will be in jeopardy.

Zhou, the clerk, swallowed hard: "After we find out, what should we do?"

Magistrate Zhang kicked over the table, grabbed Clerk Zhou by the neck, and sneered.

"Fool! Do I need to teach you this?"

"Whoever caused the trouble should clean it up! Since the Ascension Sect wants his life..."

"After you've investigated, tell them to go and fight it out themselves; it's none of the county's business!"