Biochemical Martial Arts: Supreme Heavenly Venerate

Lin Rui glanced outside the study, the courtyard was calm as if nothing had happened at all.

It seemed that Lady Blood Blade had no intention to continue with her actions.

He then tilted his head to adjust his angle and peered through the slash marks on the screen, noticing a figure seemed to be standing behind it.

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The young County Magistrate noticed Lin Rui's movements and couldn't help but feel a bit embarrassed. He picked up the teacup from the table, blew on it and said, "Stop looking, I had the arrest officer come over today exactly for this matter. I wonder what your thoughts are, arrest officer?"

"My lord's command, how could I, a humble official, decline? Besides, protecting the common people and suppressing demons is my inherent duty!"

Lin Rui stood up, his expression solemn as he bowed, but then his tone changed, "However, my lord, as far as I know, the Zuihua House has been attacked several times by a fourth-order demon, and even experienced a major fire not long ago.

I fear that my own abilities may not suffice, and I might fail to ensure absolute safety, hence I'd like to bring Wang Twenty-Seven as an assistant. However, Wang Twenty-Seven has only recently reached the Sixth Meridian, his strength is somewhat lacking, and I'm a bit concerned about that."

The young County Magistrate chuckled upon hearing this, seeing that Lin Rui was beating around the bush, apparently trying to secure some benefits for his effective aid.

However, he was a bit unsure about Wang Twenty-Seven.

Looking at the several official documents written by Wang Twenty-Seven, his handwriting was not particularly beautiful, but it was clean and tidy, and the use of words and phrases was quite appropriate, surpassing many seasoned clerks.

Wang Twenty-Seven had studied in a private school for five years, but the County Magistrate was more than clear about the general standards of private school students.

His gaze hesitant, he weighed his options and smiled as he took out two mid-grade soul stones from the iron box and tossed them to Lin Rui, "Twenty-Seven has already used a Dragon-Tiger Meridian Opening Pill, and he can't use other meridian opening pills for a while, but I saw a technique for rapidly opening meridians through standing meditation when I was in the academy.

Twenty-Seven's stance skill is precisely 'Cyclone Dragon Stance,' half of which involves standing meditation, and it fits perfectly.

These are two mid-grade soul stones, have him take them while practicing his stance, and also apply 'Dragon-Tiger Body Cementing Oil' on his body. It might help him increase his meridian opening speed a little, and also enhance his spiritual power."

The young County Magistrate considered the lesser of two evils, as Wang Twenty-Seven had recently exerted a lot of effort following Lin Twelve in hunting demons, indeed providing reliable assistance to Lin Twelve.

Lin Twelve was indeed in a dangerous situation and needed an assistant.

Lin Rui did not know how many thoughts passed through the County Magistrate's mind in that instant. He joyfully accepted the soul stones.

What Wang Sen needed the most now was spiritual power, so these two mid-grade soul stones were actually a bigger help to him.

However, Lin Rui was not satisfied and hesitated, "My lord, I fear two mid-grade soul stones might not be enough. Wang Twenty-Seven is exceptionally gifted, and his progress in cultivation is almost comparable to mine. With sufficient medicinal support, he could break through his limit within ten days, providing one more skilled hand for our county office."

He was certain that the County Magistrate needed his help, and considering the recent revelation through the screen, the County Magistrate was certainly feeling somewhat guilty and embarrassed, so Lin Rui took the opportunity to open his mouth wide and heavily demanded benefits.n/ô/vel/b//jn dot c//om

The young County Magistrate's face darkened, and he took out another mid-grade soul stone from the iron box and tossed it over, "This is the last one I have left, that's all I can help with. Now go, please."

He didn't care that the tea was still boiling hot, he downed the tea in the cup and then shook the empty cup at Lin Rui.

The implicit message was, "I've finished my tea, aren't you leaving?"

Lin Rui was straightforward, "Thank you, my lord. On behalf of Twenty-Seven, I am grateful for your generosity and assistance, and we will head to the Zuihua House right away."

He was very satisfied already. This time, he had acquired nearly 650 taels worth of soul stones and pills from the County Magistrate, a huge windfall indeed.

Moreover, a pill like the 'Blood Refining Divine Sense Pill' was not available for purchase anywhere in Silver Moon County.

Just as Lin Rui was leaving the study, he hesitated for a moment, then turned back and said, "My lord, I think that the flammable materials around town might be someone misleading us. If we focus too much on them, we might overlook other aspects. I have reviewed some files in recent days and feel that the increase in demons around town lately might have another cause."

Regarding the Zhao family's kerosene, Lin Rui had already privately informed the County Magistrate three days ago.

But now he felt these flammable materials were minor or not even meant to mislead, but rather the mastermind behind the scenes wanted to add fuel to the fire, literally stoking the flames.

Lin Rui had actually found something in the Wang City mining records but it was not convenient to tell the County Magistrate directly, so he could only hint at it obliquely.

The young County Magistrate's expression grew somber and he nodded, "Don't worry, I am aware."

Shortly after Lin Rui left the study, Master Du came out from behind the screen, pale as paper and visibly shaken, trembling as he placed a Demon Mirror, now cleaved in two, on the County Magistrate's desk.

"My lord, your guess was accurate, that Lady Blood Blade was indeed following Lin Twelve."

He had hidden behind the screen not to monitor Lin Twelve but to observe Lady Blood Blade, and this nearly cost him his life.

They had made comprehensive arrangements, yet she still sensed them, therefore she slashed from afar as a warning.

The arrest officer felt he was incredibly unlucky, following this superior always put his life in jeopardy. The County Magistrate had promised that if anything changed during the use of the Demon Mirror, he would defend him with all his might, yet he failed to block the attack.

He frowned deeply, "My lord, Blood Blade has astonishing strength. Although she's only recently entered the fourth realm, her combat ability far surpasses most demons in this realm. Her talent is definitely of a king's class, maybe even surpassing it, or even at the emperor's level — it's no surprise, given she's a descendant of the last emperor, and her bloodline is purer than we imagined.

Also, the evil aura of her blood is very faint, almost nonexistent, which proves that those gruesome cases were not her doing. Moreover, I find it odd that it has been ten days since the day Blood Blade devoured her master—"

During these ten days, Blood Blade hasn't 'fed', which only made her evil aura diminish!

This means that her craving for blood will reach its peak! If it were an ordinary person enduring such pain, they might have turned into a demon out of madness.

From the situation he had just assessed, this woman had resisted to her limits, yet she still controlled her urge to kill and did not slay him outright.

"This shows that her willpower is incredibly strong. But how could such a Blood Blade lose control and devour her master?"

The young County Magistrate sighed, "It looks like the two lucky knots might be of no help after all, I really should try again."

The young County Magistrate wanted to risk himself by personally luring this woman, but having stationed himself at Zuihua House for several days, Blood Blade had shown no interest even in glancing at him, what could he do?

The incident of Blood Blade devouring her master must involve significant trickery and danger.

Fortunately now, Lin Twelve has broken through to the third realm, which might prevent him from being devoured by Blood Blade who was enduring her limit.

Unfortunately, Blood Blade poses a significant risk, and Lin Twelve, being such a young and talented child, is still not far from death.

"My lord, there's no need for concern, Lin Twelve has broken through to the third realm, meeting the requirements of a 'Demon Controller', and with the extraordinary item you granted him, at least there's a glimmer of hope for him to survive."

The arrest officer actually preferred Lin Twelve to face the calamity that was Blood Blade.

Although he also admired Lin Twelve's talent, currently it was the County Magistrate who supported his livelihood, and Blood Blade clearly had issues which even the County Magistrate might not suppress.

He bowed slightly, "Lin Twelve is young and handsome, his appearance excellent, and he is full of vigor — just the type Blood Blade likes. His fortunes are also good; he will surely be able to avert disasters and thrive amidst adversity!"

The young County Magistrate shot the arrest officer an irritated glance.

Just three days ago, the arrest officer had chastised him for speaking such nonsense.

"Well, I am now helpless, and what comes next is up to him alone."

The young County Magistrate shook his head and walked over to the window to look out at the yard, "Lin Twelve is right, those inflammable items could just be a diversion. I am now more worried about Fire Ruins Town."

A shadow crossed the eyes of the young County Magistrate: "We still need to deceive our eyes and escape to the sea, and hurry over there to have a look."

Fire Ruins Town is about ten miles from the county town. It is rumored that in the distant past, that place was the county town of Silver Moon County, but was burned to ruins due to warfare.

Also, it is said that 3000 years ago, that area was barren until the population of Silver Moon County gradually prospered, after which people began to live there, forming a small-sized town.

Since it was built on ruins, the town was named Fire Ruins Town.

Just three days ago, a great fire occurred within Fire Ruins Town, burning nearly a third of the town, and the surrounding areas were enveloped in a crimson fog.

The local 'village head' and 'patrolling officer' surveyed the site and found traces of a demon's mischief at the center of the fire, and thus they asked for help from the county town.

The young County Magistrate was stretched too thin and had yet to find the time to go there.

In the last two days, Fire Ruins Town had even lost contact with the county town. Although they are only ten miles apart, no messages came through, nor did anyone come from that direction.

This reminded the young County Magistrate of an ancient legend circulating in Silver Moon County, filling him with extreme unease.

He suspected that what the mastermind truly aimed at was Fire Ruins Town, ten miles away, and he wanted to go there himself to see.

But given the current situation in Silver Moon County, the young County Magistrate dared not stray far.

Beyond that, the young County Magistrate also wondered, what exactly did the mastermind intend to do with Blood Blade?

His instinct told him that this fourth-realm king-class demon played a very important role in that person's schemes.