I Become a Martial Arts God in the Chaotic Demon World-Chapter 265: Liu Xunqi (Added for Alliance Hierarch Jiangbei Xiao Hong’s Reward)

Before, as Senior Xu was not interested in power struggles and Colonel Wen was only a Demon Sweeping Captain, Liu Xunqi naturally wouldn't choose sides.

He is not one of Wu Yunfei's men, but he is not strictly one of Senior Xu's either.

Strictly speaking, Liu Xunqi only answers to Chen Zhenfu. His relationship with Wu Yunfei and Senior Xu is also quite decent."

Han Zheng nodded slightly.

As long as the other party was not aligned with Wu Yunfei's faction, there should be no problem.

"What about his reputation?" Han Zheng inquired.

Ye Liuyun thought for a moment and answered, "His reputation should be fairly good. Liu Xunqi has been responsible for the garrison of Taishan Prefecture for more than thirty years. Ever since he was promoted to Garrison Captain, he has been in charge there. There have been no major Demon Chaos incidents locally, so it has been quite peaceful.

Therefore, Brother Han, I was somewhat surprised when you mentioned that Daoist Luo could be in Taishan Prefecture.

With Liu Xunqi holding the fort here, and with significant Martial World influences like the Washing Sword Pavilion, it's bold of Daoist Luo to stir up trouble here."

Han Zheng then awoke Yan Xuankong in his mind to inquire if he knew anything about Liu Xunqi.

Yan Xuankong disdainfully said, "Of course, I haven't heard of him.

This fellow is only in the Dan Sea Realm now. Sixty years ago, he probably wasn't even a Demon Sweeping Captain, just a Team Leader at best.

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With so many low-level guards in the Southern Mountain Demon Cleansing Department back then, how could I possibly remember them all?"

"This proves you don't know enough about the grassroots level of the Demon Cleansing Bureau," Han Zheng retorted to him and continued traveling with his people, arriving in Taishan Prefecture three days later.

In terms of area and prosperity, Taishan Prefecture wasn't much less than Kai Ping Prefecture.

Upon entering the State Mansion, Han Zheng immediately went to the government office of the Taishan Prefecture Demon Cleansing Bureau, submitted an introductory letter, and requested to see Liu Xunqi.

No sooner had the letter been passed in than a middle-aged man wearing Profound Gold Swallowing Lion Armor, with a kind face and sporting a small mustache, quickly walked out with a smile.

Brother Han, I've long heard of your great name. You truly are a rapidly rising talented figure within the Southern Mountain Demon Cleansing Department—truly extraordinary."

Han Zheng smiled and greeted with a bow, "I've seen Senior Liu; you flatter me too much."

Liu Xunqi's attitude was very pleasant, with a welcoming smile and warm demeanor.

"Let's talk business inside the office. Brothers who came from the headquarters have traveled a long way. Please make yourselves at home in my Taishan Prefecture."

While speaking, Liu Xunqi turned to one of his subordinates, "Xiao Qi, ask the kitchen to prepare some good food and drink to entertain these brothers from the headquarters."

"Don't be too stingy, choose the good ones, and also bring some specialties from Taishan Prefecture for everyone to try fresh."

"Colonel Liu is too polite. We just came from Jingzhou Prefecture and it wasn't a long journey."

Colonel Liu waved his hand, "Guests are guests, there's no reason not to host them."

While speaking, Colonel Liu led the three people into the reception hall.

After serving tea, Colonel Liu asked Han Zheng, "How has Elder Xu been recently? I haven't seen him in many years."

Han Zheng replied, "Elder Xu is doing well. He just recently led the extermination of the Guiyuan Sword Pavilion.

It's just that during Elder Wen's seclusion, he was quite tired of handling official duties. Fortunately, Elder Wen came out of seclusion later; otherwise, Elder Xu really couldn't have held on."

Colonel Liu laughed heartily, "Others can't wait to keep power in their hands, yet Elder Xu can't wait to push everything out, telling everyone not to disturb my rest.

However, Elder Xu is indeed a role model for our generation. We are all old and injured, and who knows if we'll live to see the age that Elder Xu has."

He sighed, then Colonel Liu asked, "I heard that recently there have been demon disturbances in both the north and south. Didn't the headquarters send you to support the locals and quell the demon disturbances?

Have you come to Taishan Prefecture because there's a problem, needing my assistance from Taishan Prefecture?"

Han Zheng shook his head, "It's not that we need Colonel Liu's support, but we have tracked down leads to Taishan Prefecture and need your help to coordinate.

We have already resolved the demon disturbances in several state mansions, slaying the demons and those martial forces colluding with them.

However, these people are just the visible culprits, the true mastermind hiding behind them is the confidant of Black Mountain Demon, Luo Daoist.

We interrogated and found out that Luo Daoist is hiding here in Taishan Prefecture, issuing orders and linking up some demons and martial forces.

Tracing back through the vine, this time we want to dig out that Luo Daoist completely, so we have come to Taishan Prefecture to seek your cooperation for the investigation."

Colonel Liu tapped his index finger rhythmically on the table, a thoughtful expression on his face.

After pondering for a moment, Colonel Liu spoke, "Is Han truly certain that Luo Daoist is in Taishan Prefecture?

Not to boast about myself, but although I may not be as spectacular as Han was in Smoke Wave Prefecture, I'm not far behind.

I can balance the sect forces locally, even the Washing Sword Pavilion wouldn't dare to go too far in Taishan Prefecture.

And as for slaughtering demons, out of the twenty-seven counties in Taishan Prefecture, aside from those remote mountains and forests, there haven't been any reports of demon disturbances.

If Luo Daoist were hiding in my Taishan Prefecture, with the travels of other demons as well, I would surely have noticed them."

Han Zheng said gravely, "I can't say absolutely, but I am ninety percent sure that he should be in Taishan Prefecture.

Of course, I trust Colonel Liu's capabilities; however, Luo Daoist is renowned for his cunning.

Thus, I suspect he is playing 'darkness under the lamplight,' believing that the most dangerous place is the safest.

He knows no one would suspect Taishan Prefecture, yet he precisely chose to hide here. It's certainly possible."

Han Zheng's words were somewhat tactful, as after all, if Luo Daoist were hiding under Colonel Liu's jurisdiction, it would also reflect poorly on him.

Previously, Colonel Liu had a good attitude towards Han Zheng and was even quite enthusiastic.

However, that might have been on account of Xu Cunbao's face or perhaps an attempt to form good relations with a promising young talent like Han Zheng.

But now, with Han Zheng proposing to search the entirety of Taishan Prefecture, it touched upon Colonel Liu's pride and interests; whether he could maintain such an attitude toward Han Zheng was also uncertain for Han Zheng himself.

It could even turn the other way with some who are ill-tempered, possibly leading to a direct confrontation.

Colonel Liu tapped his index finger rhythmically on the table, pondering deeply in his eyes.

After quite some thought, Colonel Liu finally laughed and said, "Since Han is so certain, then I shall cooperate with you to investigate.

If we can indeed pull out that cunning Luo Daoist, it would be a good thing.

However, there's no harm in delaying a day or two. You all rest at the government office for tonight, and tomorrow I will arrange manpower to start the investigation."

Upon hearing this, Ye Liuyun immediately sighed in relief.

Han Zheng stood up and clasped his hands, "Thank you, Colonel Liu."