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Li Ye was startled and hurried out of Yan Yuchen's door, scratching his head in confusion, not understanding how he had offended the Two Women. Inside, the Two Women exchanged smiles, and the atmosphere became warm and cheerful.
However, the warmth here stood in stark contrast to the situation with Gao Zhendong. Gao Zhendong led his guards to capture people everywhere, causing panic among the citizens of Qingyang City, leaving them in dire straits. At this moment, a group of people surrounded someone who appeared at Gao Zhendong's residence—Cao Hu, a direct subordinate of Liu Zhang. Although he had no cultivation, his status as Liu Zhang's henchman was higher than that of Gao Zhendong.
Cao Hu's face was grim as he barged into Gao Zhendong's mansion with several followers. Upon seeing Gao Zhendong, he wasted no time and slapped him ten times, shouting, "Gao Zhendong, you are truly useless! The Shadow Assassin's Base was actually destroyed by someone, causing us to be questioned above. What on earth are you doing?"
Gao Zhendong covered his stinging face and lowered his head, saying, "Lord Cao, please calm your anger. I am doing my utmost to investigate this matter and have already found some clues. Please give me a little more time; I will definitely catch the culprit!"
Cao Hu snorted coldly, a glint of ruthlessness flashing in his eyes. "Clues? What I want is results, not your nonsense! Lord Liu is already very dissatisfied with you. If you continue to fail in your duties, don't blame me for being rude!"
Gao Zhendong gritted his teeth in anger but dared not express it; he could only say softly, "Yes, Lord Cao. I will find the culprit as soon as possible; please give me some more time."
Cao Hu waved his hand coldly and said, "You have three days. If there are still no results by then, consider whether you want to keep your head!" With that, Cao Hu left with his followers.
Gao Zhendong watched Cao Hu's departing figure with a flash of determination in his eyes. He knew that he must find the culprit quickly; otherwise, what awaited him would not just be slaps and scolding. He clenched his fists and silently vowed to uncover the mastermind behind this and take revenge.
Suddenly, Gao Zhendong came up with a plan to manipulate public opinion to divert attention and conflict. Standing on the city tower of Qingyang City facing the gathered citizens, he began to announce to the entire city: "Dear fellow townsfolk, the people listed in our recent wanted notices are the culprits behind the Soul Devourer incident! The Yamen is always concerned about the safety of the citizens; our previous 'inaction' was merely to avoid alarming the snake. Now it is time to close in!"
He then ordered several tortured prisoners to be brought onto the stage. These prisoners looked haggard and were covered in wounds. They trembled as they signed a fabricated confession. Gao Zhendong read aloud: "These prisoners witnessed firsthand those on the wanted list conducting Soul Devourer sacrificial rituals. According to their testimonies, Yan Yuchen and others held secret gatherings multiple times in the wilderness outside the city, using evil spells to sacrifice the souls of innocent citizens to the Soul Devourer to enhance their own power."
Next, Gao Zhendong displayed several forged letters written in elegant handwriting bearing the names of those on the wanted list. He held up one letter and read loudly: "This is a letter we found during our search at Yan Yuchen's residence; it details how to increase power through Soul Devourer rituals. The letter states:
'Dear companions, our recent sacrifices have shown significant results; through the Soul Devourer ritual, our power has increased remarkably. Here are the specific steps:
On the night of the full moon, choose a wilderness as the altar.
Bring innocent civilians to the altar and seal their souls with the Spirit Talisman.
Awaken the Soul Devourer and use its power to devour the souls of the civilians to enhance our cultivation.
These letters prove that Yan Yuchen and other wanted criminals had long been plotting to harm the people using dark arts.
Gao Zhendong ordered several subordinates to disguise themselves as ordinary civilians and stand below the stage, tearfully testifying. They loudly accused, "We witnessed Yan Yuchen and other wanted criminals conducting a Soul Devourer ritual in the wilderness. They held strange talismans in their hands, chanting incomprehensible incantations, and then one by one, innocent civilians fell to the ground, their souls devoured by the black Soul Devourer. We were too scared to approach at that time and could only watch helplessly as those people died tragically."
These false testimonies and fabricated evidence seemed convincing, causing great anger and panic among the gathered civilians. Someone shouted angrily, "These evil villains dare to commit atrocities in our Qingyang City; they must be captured and eradicated!"
Gao Zhendong spoke with emphasis, "These criminals are not just ordinary wanted fugitives; they are evil followers of the Soul Devourer! They secretly carry out terrifying sacrificial rituals, using the souls of innocent civilians to enhance their own power."
He continued to fabricate their crimes: "These individuals have not only harmed many innocent civilians but also manipulated the populace through dark arts, creating panic and chaos. Especially this Yan Yuchen; she is a remnant of Feiyan Villa, who has been secretly plotting revenge all along, wanting to overthrow the stability of our Qingyang City."
The common people were stirred by these fabricated evidences and crimes, filled with rage, wishing they could tear apart those listed on the wanted notice. The streets echoed with these "evidences" and accusations, and some even spontaneously organized to capture these wanted criminals.
Gao Zhendong looked at the excited crowd with satisfaction, secretly laughing: this way, not only could he divert Liu Zhang's attention, but he could also rally all of Qingyang City's people to his side against these potential threats. He sinisterly thought, "Whoever dares to oppose me will become a target for all, never to rise again!"
At that moment, coincidentally, Bat Gang leader Zhang Tianba arrived at the Base for an inspection. He originally intended to find Wang Meng for updates but encountered Yan Yuchen dining with Zhiruo inside the Base. A glint of malice flashed in Zhang Tianba's eyes as he swiftly drew his weapon—a pair of curved blades resembling dragon teeth—and strode menacingly towards Yan Yuchen.
"Yan Yuchen! How dare you appear here!" Zhang Tianba roared, his blades glinting coldly in the sunlight. "Daring to sacrifice civilians and create bloodshed! Prepare to die!"
At that moment, Wang Meng came out of the kitchen holding a bowl of porridge. Upon seeing the tense scene, his expression changed drastically, and he hurriedly rushed forward, dropping the bowl on the ground. He grabbed Zhang Tianba and anxiously explained, "Leader, wait! Don't act yet! Yan Yuchen is our friend; not only is she not the real culprit, but she is also the hero who defeated the Soul Devourer!"
Zhang Tianba frowned at Wang Meng and coldly asked, "Wang Meng, do you know what you are saying? The whole city knows that Yan Yuchen is a follower of the Soul Devourer, and you claim she killed it? Moreover, Yan Yuchen is a wanted criminal in this city. If anyone discovers we are harboring her, the entire Bat Gang will be implicated."
Wang Meng took a deep breath and firmly said, "Leader, I understand your concerns for our safety. But please believe me; I witnessed her defeat the Soul Devourer with my own eyes!"
After hearing this, Zhang Tianba slowly lowered his curved knife but still looked wary. "Alright! Wang Meng, I believe your words, but this matter is serious. If you plan to shelter them, you must ensure they are not discovered and that the entire Bat Gang is not dragged into this."
Wang Meng nodded and replied, "Leader, we will be careful and will not expose the Base."
Zhang Tianba thought for a moment before nodding and saying, "Good. However, if there is any sign of trouble, I will not show mercy." He sheathed his knife and turned to leave the Base.
Yan Yuchen and Zhiruo exchanged glances and sighed in relief. Li Ye also came out from the room and gratefully said to Wang Meng, "Thank you, Wang Meng. If it weren't for you, we would have had to fight again before we could talk."
Wang Meng smiled wryly and said, "Li Young Master, there's no need to thank me. We are all in the same boat now; I am more than willing to help."
Li Ye nodded with determination in his eyes. "We will find evidence to expose Gao Zhendong and Liu Zhang's conspiracy, clear our names, and seek justice for the people of Qingyang City."
At this time in Qingyang City, the public was engulfed in panic and anger due to Gao Zhendong's announcement. Meanwhile, Li Ye and others were secretly plotting to confront Liu Zhang and his group of villains. Although the road ahead was perilous, they were resolute in their decision to fight until the end.
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