"Forget it, let’s leave this matter to the City Lord to handle."

Er Yue Hua thought for a moment.

This isn’t as simple as it seems. The body of the Fire Cloud Demon might still have its uses.

Although she’s just a tavern owner, she knows the status of the Fire Cloud Demon in the Devil Sect.

Not long after, a group of people entered the tavern, led by someone clad in golden armor, with a broad forehead and phoenix eyes.

Upon seeing Ao Tian lying on the ground, his eyes instantly turned blood red, veins popping on his forehead, clearly enraged.

"The Young Master died heroically for the people of Cuifeng City."

An elderly man beside him quickly offered comfort.

Ao Long looked at the body, feeling a pang of sorrow.

He then turned his gaze to the Fire Cloud Demon, a look of shock flashing in his eyes.

"This is the Fire Cloud Demon. I didn’t expect him to come to Cuifeng City, and even more unexpected that he’d die here."

Ao Long’s expression turned joyful.

If the world knew that the dignified Fire Cloud Demon died in Cuifeng City, the disciples of the Devil Sect wouldn’t dare to easily set foot in Cuifeng City again.

He then had people hang the Fire Cloud Demon’s body on the city wall.

"The Fire Cloud Demon is dead, and although the Young Master fought to his death, he is also a hero."

"Our Fire Cloud City is mighty."

"The Devil Sect is dead, and now we can live a peaceful life."

"Rumor has it that the Fire Cloud Demon’s martial skills are profound and unparalleled, yet today he died in Cuifeng City. With so many heroes in our city, I feel incredibly proud to live here."

The people of Cuifeng City looked at the hung body with a deep sense of pride, their backs unconsciously straightening.

"Ha, what’s there to be happy about? The Fire Cloud Demon was killed by a mysterious person, unrelated to our Cuifeng City’s heroes."

"I think the City Lord is really muddled. It’s said that Devil Sect disciples will avenge every grievance, and now the City Lord has hung the Fire Cloud Demon’s body on the city wall. The Devil Sect disciples won’t let it go."

"Well, what should we do then?"

"Why panic, rumors say the person who killed the Fire Cloud Demon is still in the city."

Upon hearing that Dongfang Qing was still in Cuifeng City, everyone breathed a sigh of relief.

At this moment, Ao Long was also searching all around for Dongfang Qing.

Only by keeping Dongfang Qing in the city would it be safe.

In the City Lord’s Mansion, Ao Long sat on a chair, clearly anxious.

It wasn’t until he hung the Fire Cloud Demon’s body on the city wall that he realized the great trouble he’d caused.

"City Lord, we have already found that hero. He is currently in the Dongfang Tavern."

A man in a black robe rushed into the mansion with a look of joy, speaking in an urgent tone.

Ao Tian was overjoyed at the news.

"Where? Take me to see him quickly."

The person who could kill the Fire Cloud Demon must be extraordinary. Ao Tian decided to personally welcome Dongfang Qing.

"Yes, City Lord, please follow me."

The subordinate hurriedly led the way.

Ao Tian quickly headed to the Dongfang Tavern with his subordinates.

At this moment, Dongfang Qing was in the tavern, looking at the lake outside the window, lost in thought.

"Killing the Fire Cloud Demon this time will surely draw attention from the higher-ups in the Devil Sect, which is exactly what I wanted."

His hand rested on the railing, as if everything was under his control.

Soon, he saw Ao Tian leading a group towards the tavern, and he smiled calmly.

He naturally understood their purpose.

Ao Tian soon approached him.

Ao Tian looked at Dongfang Qing with a respectful expression.

"I am the City Lord of Cuifeng City. It’s an honor for our city to receive such an esteemed visitor today."

"I’ve specially come to pay my respects."

Ao Tian silently resolved to keep this esteemed person in the city, no matter what.

Dongfang Qing smiled faintly at his words.

"If the City Lord has something to say, please be direct."

Ao Tian was overjoyed at the response.

"You truly are straightforward. In that case, I’ll be direct. The Fire Cloud Demon died in our city, and the Devil Sect won’t let it rest, so I ask you to stay in our city for a while longer."

"Here is the City Lord’s token. With it, you can go anywhere in Cuifeng City..."

"You may stay wherever you wish. Even if you wish to stay in my daughter’s room, it’s no issue."

Ao Tian spoke earnestly.

Dongfang Qing smiled and accepted the token gracefully, acknowledging that it would indeed be more convenient.

"In that case, I’ll stay in Cuifeng City a few more days. Thank you for your kindness, City Lord."

Dongfang Qing replied politely.

Ao Tian’s face was filled with joy at this.

"It’s my honor to serve you, no need to be so courteous."

Dongfang Qing waved his hand.

"Alright, then I won’t stand on ceremony. I need some quiet to think, so if you..."

Before Dongfang Qing could finish, Ao Tian sensibly left with his people.

Seeing this, Dongfang Qing nodded with satisfaction.

He then looked towards the direction of Tianmo Valley.

"I really do somewhat miss the Sect Master."

In Tianmo Valley.

It was near dusk, Wang Ye had been cultivating all day and felt his cultivation had improved significantly.

Seeing the late hour, he turned towards the pavilion.

At the door, Ming Yue was picking wild vegetables.

Seeing this scene, Wang Ye felt a warm sense of comfort.

"Master has returned."

Ming Yue said with joy upon seeing Wang Ye return.

"I’ve returned, haven’t I?"

Wang Ye replied with a faint smile.

Ming Yue smiled.

"You must have worked hard cultivating, Master. I’ve prepared a meal for you."

"Thank you."

Wang Ye politely said.

Ming Yue smiled warmly, went inside the house, and brought out the prepared meal.

The days passed quickly.

A month had gone by.

Life was peaceful during this time, as Wang Ye stood by the Tianmo Sea, watching the mist gradually fade.

In his heart, he thought, "In a little while, I will be able to enter the Devil Sect."

Just then, he noticed a young man on the shore building a raft. The young man wore a white robe, had a robust build, and a handsome face.

The man carried a sword case on his back, containing seven or eight swords.

From his appearance, he seemed to be a cultivator.

Seeing Wang Ye, the man smiled and approached.

"Hello, I am Qingfeng Zi, a first-generation disciple of the Qingyun Sect. Currently, the Sect Leader is my senior brother. I’ve come to eliminate the Devil Sect. Who might you be?"

"I am Wang Ye, Sect Master of Tianyong Mountain."

Wang Ye replied with a calm smile.

In this Tianmo Valley, he did feel a bit lonely, and encountering someone of the same path today was refreshing.

"Tianyong Mountain?"

Upon hearing this, the man’s face changed.

His mouth curved slightly, and his tone turned cold.

To him, Tianyong Mountain was just a minor sect, even if this person was the Sect Master, the strength must be minimal.

Such a person was not worth befriending.

Wang Ye noticed the disdain in his eyes. Since the man looked down on Tianyong Mountain, he said nothing more and headed towards the pavilion.

Qingfeng, too, couldn’t be bothered with Wang Ye, as his time was limited, and interacting with someone from Tianyong Mountain seemed valueless.

After building the raft, Qingfeng Zi also constructed a pavilion; he couldn’t enter Tianmo Island until the mist cleared.