Chapter 502: Chapter 526: I Want to Do It Myself
At this stage, Shi Yifeng didn’t give Baiyu much time to think.
The other party.
Seems like he could mutate into a monster at any moment.
Of course.
Baiyu remained on guard against the words "resurrection" and "Red Cup" mentioned by him.
If he remembered correctly.
Red Cup, like Black Moon, is a primordial Divine Spirit, and is a Blood Origin God.
In the East Prosperity Imperial’s Eternal Sleep City, most people are devotees of Red Cup.
And in the Battle of Blood Stone.
There seemed to be a glimpse of such an ancient Divine Spirit’s shadow.
There are very few records about Red Cup, even less than those about Black Moon, which makes it seem like an older and more secretive existence.
"If someday in the future I have the chance to resurrect you, I will definitely do it.
I swear in the name of the God of Justice."
Baiyu drew the sacred symbol of the God of Justice.
The two of them felt as if an invisible gaze from the void was cast upon them, only to quickly depart.
Shi Yifeng nodded with satisfaction:
"Then, let me tell you this.
Eternal Sleep City and a large group of people behind it want to kill you, so take care of yourself.
The Eternal Sleep City of today is not the same as before.
You need to be careful.
We are all beyond our control.
Eternal Sleep City has been tempted by Red Cup for years, long falling into indulgence and sensory pleasures.
They’re very reckless.
Especially upon knowing that the Imperial is going to settle accounts with them, they become even more reckless.
You... you seem to have been noticed by Red Cup, you’re a sacrificial offering desired by it, and Eternal Sleep City has long despised you."
Speaking at this point.
Shi Yifeng’s body was already covered with blood tumors.
Each one, like silkworm cocoons, shining and transparent with a blood-red hue, pulsated and breathed on him.
Pop...
As the first tumor burst open, small, bright red armored beetles crawled out.
"Kill me, quickly."
Shi Yifeng shouted in agony.
Baiyu’s eyes changed and without hesitation, he retrieved the Moon Blade from the Black Moon Realm.
This extraordinary blade possessed great power and a sharp edge comparable to Living Iron.
With one thrust.
Baiyu pierced directly through Shi Yifeng’s head, causing the divine light in his eyes to vanish rapidly.
"Well done... Baiyu."
Shi Yifeng showed a relieved smile on his face, tilted his head back, and fell with a thud to the ground.
Without a target, the power of the Moon Prisoner gradually dissipated.
The surrounding darkness retreated like tidewater.
The few beetles that hatched from Shi Yifeng’s body were quickly annihilated by Baiyu.
Because he discovered that these things were corroding everything.
Not just the flesh and blood.
Even the earth and air were being eroded by them.
Even the Black Moon Realm seemed like it was being bitten open, extremely bizarre.
Baiyu dared not be careless with these strange creatures.
His decisive act of killing Shi Yifeng was partly because of this, but also because he had reached his limit.
Even if he wanted to say something more, he probably couldn’t.
On his body.
There should be a very strong restrictive Spirit Technique.
Crash...
After the body fell to the ground, it turned into a pool of blood.
A heavy expression flickered in Baiyu’s eyes.
Why would this behemoth, Eternal Sleep City, set its sights on him? And with a large group of people.
What do these people mean?
Baiyu had hardly any contact with them, yet was suddenly listed as an assassination target?
There’s a change in Eternal Sleep City...
This is the information revealed by Shi Yifeng.
But regardless of what Eternal Sleep City has become, it’s certainly not good news for him.
Trouble!
Yet another trouble!
Baiyu clenched his fists, exhaling coldly. Though Eternal Sleep City has great influence, he is no longer that underling without any foundation.
The major influence of Eternal Sleep City lies in the Imperial North.
In the Imperial South.
Villiduo remains central, out of their reach.
Moreover.
Last time, during the Veterans Mutual Aid Association, the elderly officer seemed to have hinted that the Imperial might investigate Eternal Sleep City.
In any case, the situation hasn’t become irretrievable.
Eternal Sleep City’s assassination attempt failed.
They certainly won’t try again in the short term, as that would be too conspicuous.
However.
The next attempt is bound to be swift and fierce, with thunderous power.
"Bah, back when I was merely a Tier Nine Martial Artist and fought against the Ascetic Order, I survived.
What am I afraid of now?
If Eternal Sleep City wants to come, let it come."
After a moment, a hint of relief appeared on Baiyu’s face, and he stopped dwelling on the matter.
Improving his strength is now the most important task.
Clearing Mountain City and taking real control is crucial.
If not for this assassination attempt today.
Baiyu might have slowly plotted, advancing gradually, employing gentle tactics, breaking them up and gaining control.
But now.
Regarding the six major forces, Baiyu has changed his strategy.
There is no time for such tactics.
Very soon.
When Baiyu decided what to do, the Black Moon Realm completely dissipated, and the surrounding environment reappeared in his view.
Shi Yifeng’s body had already turned into blood, flowing all over the ground.
Even his clothes and belongings were completely melted, making it hard to have any substantive evidence.
And when Baiyu emerged.
At first glance.
He saw the surroundings crowded with dense military presence.
The City Guard Army, Anomaly Bureau, and even the Personal Guards from the City Lord’s Mansion were mobilized.
Clearly.
The assassination incident here had alarmed all of Mountain City.
Anomaly Bureau Captain Ye Hua, Armed Department Deputy Minister Sir Anlin, and Mountain City City Lord Guang Yuanba all rushed to the scene.
"Everyone is dead; they had a sealing Spirit Technique placed on them, which triggered as soon as they spoke."
At this time.
Qiong Xue came forward, with a slight look of guilt on her face, clearly feeling bad for not capturing any live targets.
But she knew the situation well and had to inform Baiyu about the external outcome.
"Alright, I know."
Baiyu nodded, giving Qiong Xue a reassuring glance.
On the other side.
Shang Yufei from the Veterans Mutual Aid Association also arrived with people, evidently afraid that something might happen to Baiyu.
After all.
The old president is still recuperating, and Baiyu has been managing the Mutual Aid Association.
"Commander Bai, these rebels have some nerve to commit crimes openly in the city; the Armed Department will certainly hold them accountable."
Sir Anlin was the first to approach, asking hurriedly.
Anomaly Bureau Captain Ye Hua also said, "Lord Bai, rest assured, we will investigate this matter to the end, and catch the real mastermind. Assassinating an Imperial Count is a capital crime; it shall not be tolerated."
At this moment.
These several people were all both surprised and angry, even sending people to question the major civilian gang forces within Mountain City.
If it was indeed their doing, that would be truly shocking.
Assassinating an Imperial Count is akin to treason.
However.
As the two were vigorously assuring, Baiyu hoarsely started speaking, "You all need not interfere in this matter; I want to handle it personally!"