Chapter 29 – Please Have the Host Send the Empress Disciple to Kill the Blood Demon!

Three days later, at noon.

The scorching sun blazed like fire, causing vast amounts of water vapor to rise from Lishui Lake’s surface under the intense heat, with faintly visible distortions shimmering in the air.

Large schools of dead fish floated on the lake, emitting waves of unbearably foul stench.

Buzz, buzz, buzz—

Green-headed flies swarmed over the dead fish like a dark, humming cloud, nauseating to behold.

“All members of Squad Three, guard the southeast direction. Squad Four, take the northern corner…”

A steady voice issued commands.

The Commander stood on the shore, methodically distributing orders.

Multiple squads of fully armed guards sprang into action at his words, clutching rifles with loaded magazines as they sealed off every corner of Lishui Lake, their expressions tense as they watched the water’s surface.

Dozens of Star Warriors at the Acquired Realm hovered above these guards.

Radiating powerful stellar energy, they formed an almost tangible pressure.

Using this stellar pressure, they enveloped the Lishui Lakeside area, instantly creating the unique sensory domain of Star Warriors.

Any disturbance underwater would be detected immediately.

The situation was critical, reaching a point of extreme urgency!

“Elder Li, Curator.”

On the shore, the Commander nodded in greeting to the two who had just arrived.

“Tsk, this smell is overwhelming…”

The Library Director covered his nose lightly, frowning as he said, “How many fish has that Bloodthirsty Demon Worm at the bottom of the lake devoured?”

“I’m afraid the entire ecosystem of Lishui Lake has been destroyed.”

The Commander shook his head bitterly, gazing at the lake as he replied, “Based on the density of blood and floating fish corpses, we’ve preliminarily identified several key areas.

But the problem is, the underwater environment isn’t our domain. Once submerged, even late-stage Acquired Realm Star Warriors would struggle to maneuver effectively.”

“The Commander speaks wisely.”

Elder Li nodded slightly upon hearing this, understanding the Commander’s concerns.

Engaging in battle underwater was far from wise.

It placed our side at a severe disadvantage.

Firstly, the underwater environment was unpredictable.

Even water-adept Star Warriors wouldn’t dare venture deep recklessly.

Secondly, aquatic Star Beasts gained special enhancements underwater.

Home turf advantage, water affinity… these two factors alone could multiply the creatures’ strength several times over, making them far more dangerous than on land!

Even with the advantages of an Innate Realm expert, Elder Li and the others dared not dive directly to the lakebed.

A single misstep could lead to a watery grave!

“Elder Li, with your vast experience, do you have a way to lure this creature out?” the Commander asked gravely, his face etched with worry.

“Rest assured, Commander. Since I’ve come, I’m not here merely as an observer.”

Elder Li stroked his white beard, observing the bloodied lake in the distance as he said, “The method of luring it out is actually quite simple and can be deduced from the lake’s surface.”

“The lake surface?”

Both the Commander and the Curator were taken aback, thoroughly puzzled.

What did he mean?

Could the solution lie within the problem itself?

Following Elder Li’s indication, they looked toward the lake surface.

Lishui Lake was littered with floating corpses, stained with blood like a crimson mirror.

But…

What did this have to do with the luring method?

Seeing their confused expressions, Elder Li smiled faintly and continued his guidance:”Have you two ever considered one thing? These leeches are inherently bloodthirsty, greedily devouring all blood… yet now they only slaughter the fish without absorbing their blood?”

“Hmm? What do you mean, Elder?”

Hearing this, the Library Director suddenly understood, slapping his forehead as he said:

“The leeches are no longer satisfied with ordinary blood?”

“Exactly, as expected of the well-read Library Director – truly perceptive.”

Elder Li nodded approvingly: “The fact that the leeches are killing fish without taking their blood indicates they desire more powerful blood for nourishment.

What we need to do is simple – we just need to find some low-level Star Beasts, slit their throats and drain their blood by the shore to lure this creature out of its hole!”

“Excellent method! Thank you for the insight, Elder Li!”

The Police Inspector Commander of the Star Martial Police Department nodded nearby, cupping his hands in gratitude.

He then immediately turned to dispatch guards to carry out the mission of capturing Star Beasts.

Elder Li and the Library Director remained standing where they were, watching the busy figures on the shore with expressions as grave as still water.

After all, luring the monster with blood was only the beginning.

How to deal with the Bloodthirsty Demon Worm that would follow –

That would be the real main event!

……..

Meanwhile.

At the Library.

“Old Qin, why haven’t you been going to Jianghai Martial Arts Academy lately?”

Xia He and Qin Yang leaned against the first-floor railing, skillfully slacking off together.

As he spoke, he turned to look at Li Zixuan who had appeared not far away – quiet and composed, calmly holding a classic text as she read at a round table, her expression completely focused.

But this time, Qin Yang showed little reaction to her appearance, not even glancing sideways in her direction.

This couldn’t help but puzzle Xia He.

Not long ago, Qin Yang had been obsessively following her around…

How could he suddenly become completely indifferent today?

“Why would I randomly go to the Martial Arts Academy?”

Qin Yang rolled his eyes, casually deflecting Xia He’s probing:

“You’re the one who’s been adding drama to my story – when have you ever actually seen me at the academy?”

“You… ah, I…”

Xia He inhaled sharply at this, immediately rendered speechless by the retort.

Thinking carefully, it did seem to be true!

He had never actually witnessed Qin Yang entering the academy.

That interception on the road last time had only happened midway, with no concrete evidence whatsoever.

“Damn… you win this round.”

Xia He snorted softly, turning his head away.

Their bickering continued incessantly.

Li Zixuan, reading in the distance, heard the noise and glanced up, looking over.

“Is that the administrator from last time?”

Li Zixuan frowned slightly, still retaining some impression of Qin Yang.

After all, his abrupt question asking for her name last time had left a rather unforgettable impression.

“Never mind, it’s none of my business anyway.”

Li Zixuan shook her head and lowered it again, continuing to focus on her reading.

The classic text in her hands was “The Essential Guide to Breeze Swordplay.”

Such elementary and easily comprehensible introductory material – Li Zixuan wouldn’t have given it a second glance before.

But now, she was reading it with great interest.

“It truly does share many connections with One Sword Opens Heaven’s Gate!”

As Li Zixuan scanned the annotated explanations in the book, her astonishment grew.

The sword technique my teacher passed down to me actually originated from these basic sword principles!

“As expected of my teacher – able to create such exquisitely marvelous sword skills using only the fundamental Sword Dao found everywhere!”Li Zixuan’s heart pounded with admiration for her mentor’s extraordinary talent.

“I wonder when I’ll get to see my teacher again…”

Just then.

In the distance, Qin Yang had finished his break and was preparing to return to work.

Suddenly, a terrifying bloody aura surged from outside the Library!

“This is… coming from the direction of Lishui Lake?”

Qin Yang’s expression shifted strangely as he gazed out the window.

Immediately after, the system’s prompt echoed in his mind:

“Ding! Blood Demon detected. Extreme danger level!”

“Host must quickly escap— No! Host must immediately dispatch the Empress disciple to eliminate the Blood Demon!”

(End of Chapter)