After Li Fan and Liu Ji left the restaurant, the streets of Lin'an County were filled with people cheering and spreading the news.
The government office had already posted notices that from tonight, a curfew would be enforced in Lin'an City to eliminate demons.
The shadow of demon chaos had been completely swept away.
"With the arrival of Lord Governor, Lin'an County can finally return to peace."
"Yes, although the demons rarely trouble this region, we still live in fear every day. Now we can finally feel at ease and live in peace."
"It's still early; once Lord Governor clears out the Great Demon from that manor, we can truly be at ease."
"Makes sense. It's said that the Great Demon indulges in debauchery at the manor every day and should be eliminated soon."
As passersby discussed vigorously, Liu Ji cast a wicked glance at the person talking nearby, instantly captivating their soul, their eyes fixated on Liu Ji.
As Liu Ji turned around, a trace of mockery flashed in her enchanting eyes. These foolish humans, the master really isn't worth it.
"What a beautiful seductress."
"Can that young lad handle it?"
Even as Li Fan and Liu Ji walked away, they continued to discuss. Liu Ji whispered in Li Fan's ear, "They are asking if you can handle it, Young Master."
"What is sister talking about?" Li Fan responded, being young and not understanding.
Liu Ji laughed as she looked at Li Fan. This pretty boy can act well; the master had her follow Li Fan for protection, but for what purpose?
The two found a nearby residence to stay.
Now, besides the curfew notice, there was also a wanted notice for him posted outside.
Li Fan practiced in the courtyard to regain his strength.
As night fell, Lin'an County imposed the curfew; every household closed their doors and windows, and the city quieted down.
In the yard, Li Fan sat on the ground with closed eyes, practicing.
Liu Ji walked behind him, her wicked eyes flickered with a strange light, a green hue appeared in her eyes, she opened her mouth, her long tongue slithered out, emitting a hissing sound.
The master had been confined to Lin'an County for years and now faced a crisis, all thanks to Li Mountain.
This young lad also came from Li Mountain.
While practicing, Li Fan's brow slightly moved, and he said, "Sister, aren't you going to rest?"
Liu Ji's eyes returned to normal, her tongue licked the air, and she coquettishly said, "Waiting for the Young Master together."
"Isn't that inappropriate," Li Fan turned to look at Liu Ji and said, "Sister should rest on her own, no need to mind me."
This demon harbors murderous intent?
Indeed, humans cannot be trusted, nor can demons.
What was Mr. Yu's intention in having Liu Ji follow him?
"It's okay, the master instructed, I am at the Young Master's disposal," Liu Ji laughed.
"Any way I dispose of?" Li Fan's eyes lit up, looking at Liu Ji's curvaceous body.
"As long as the Young Master wishes, I will cooperate," Liu Ji's smile became more wicked, swaying her sensual body as she walked forward.
Li Fan's eyes shone as he stared at the voluptuous figure, wondering how many realms of Great Demon Liu Ji had reached, her demon core inside must be a great tonic, right?
If only...
"Forget it, sister will surely regret it," Li Fan said.
"How would you know if you don't try, young master?" Liu Ji stepped closer.
If Li Fan dared to make a move, she would devour him.
This pretty boy with soft, tender skin must taste really good?
"Better not," Li Fan said somewhat bashfully.
Seeing Li Fan's discernment, Liu Ji did not continue to pester but asked, "I heard the Young Master is a Sword Cultivator, whose practices vary; some nurture swords with the power of the sun, others with the Power of Taiyin. What does the Young Master use?"
"Those skilled sword cultivators, I lack talent and only use ordinary means," Li Fan said, "Sister, are you a Great Demon? What kind of demon?"
"Does the Young Master want to see?" As Liu Ji spoke, her eyes turned a brilliant green, her face became eerily enchanting, adorned with emerald-like scales, and her legs transformed into a long snake tail, swaying back and forth.
A human body with a snake's tail, her beautiful face appeared even more sinister.
"Snake," Li Fan thought to himself.
In an instant, Liu Ji slithered in front of Li Fan, her tail coiled around him, her bewitching eyes moved close to Li Fan's face, her breath tickling his ear as she said, "Did I scare you, Young Master?"
"Even more intrigued," Li Fan said, watching the sinister face so close, his heart racing.
Such a large shapeshifting Great Demon, her demon core must be highly nourishing, right?
Liu Ji burst into wicked laughter, placing her hands on Li Fan's shoulders, extending her tongue, and said, "Would the Young Master like to taste the flavor of the Snake Demon?"
"I want to, but let's leave it at that," Li Fan spoke his true feelings, truly desiring to feast heartily.
Gazing into his eyes, Liu Ji transformed back into human form, seductively saying, "If the Young Master wishes, you can find me anytime."
If Li Fan harbored improper intentions, eating him would likely not lead to her master's blame, right?
Snake Demon sister is really kind, Li Fan thought.
"Knock, knock, knock..." At this moment, there was a knock on the courtyard door.
"Who's there?" Liu Ji turned her head to ask.
"Government officers inspecting for demons, open the door," came the voice from outside.
Liu Ji glanced at Li Fan, then went forward and opened the courtyard door. Instantly, three government officers burst in.
After entering, Li Fan had his back to them, considering he was a wanted criminal, but the officers didn't look at him; their gaze was fixed on Liu Ji.
"Go search?" The leader said, and immediately the other two entered the yard to search while the leading officer questioned Liu Ji, "Miss, what is your surname, and how many people are in your home?"
"My name is Liu Ji, only I and my younger brother live here," Liu Ji quietly responded.
"I see," the officer nodded, scrutinizing Li Fan's back, his eyes darting continually.
Very soon, the other two officers returned, saying, "Found nothing."
"Who said nothing?" the leading officer's eyes glowed as he stared at Liu Ji, saying, "This woman is so alluring, she must be a demon in disguise; we need to thoroughly inspect her, come with me inside."
The other two, hearing this, hesitated, then smiled at Liu Ji.
Li Fan frowned.
Liu Ji chuckled and said, "No need to go inside."
"No need?" The officer's eyes brightened, nodding, "Fine, in the courtyard is okay too."
"May I close the courtyard door first?" Liu Ji asked.
"I'll do it." One hurriedly went and locked the courtyard door, saying, "Boss, it's done."
"Do you need our help, Miss?" The leading officer asked Liu Ji.
"No, I can do it myself." As Liu Ji's words fell, suddenly a mist surged.
"Officers are indeed discerning."
Liu Ji's voice sounded as the three officers, terrified, collapsed to the ground, looking up at the turquoise giant python that appeared before them.
"Demon, demon..." As they were about to scream, Liu Ji immediately coiled around them, squeezing them together, rendering them voiceless.
Liu Ji's eyes shone with an emerald gleam, her long tongue flicked out, but considering her master forbade her from eating humans, she had no choice but to strangle them to death.
Throwing the corpses to the ground, Liu Ji transformed back into human form, seeing Li Fan looking over, Liu Ji mockingly said, "The citizens of Lin'an County regard the government as saviors, yet for many, officials are harsher than demons, unable to deal with demons, but more than capable of oppressing the people, such is humanity."
Li Fan remained silent; Liu Ji seemed to harbor deep hatred for humans, also concealing murderous thoughts toward him.
But she wasn't wrong; what happened here meant similar events would occur elsewhere, with citizens suffering.
Li Fan lifted his foot and walked out.
"Where are you going?" Liu Ji asked.
"For a walk," Li Fan said as he leapt onto the rooftop.
He wanted to see how the soldiers would eliminate demons.
Liu Ji followed him.
Though a curfew was enforced in Lin'an City, there was still considerable activity, with Demons Slayer Bureau and Demon Suppression Army actively patrolling, beside cultivators from various places.
Walking along the eaves, Li Fan saw demon energy in many places, occasional battles occurring; the Prefect's demon-slaying mission was not entirely false.
However, there were also many cases of robbery.
At this time, in Li Fan's line of sight was a place where an elder knelt in a courtyard, handing over silver coins to inspecting officers.
Liu Ji also saw it, showing mocking disdain but was too lazy to meddle in human affairs.
Li Fan continued onward.
Heading forward, Li Fan saw many similar situations; this was only in the western part of the city, confirming that sometimes people's hearts are more ruthless than demons.
Then, Li Fan heard cries from a courtyard and moved there, reaching a rooftop and looking down into a courtyard where an officer was coming out of a room with disheveled clothes, and outside several people knelt, blades at their throats.
"Boss, how was it? How do we deal with these?" an officer asked.
"A demon lurked here, killed this family," the leading officer coldly said, causing a sinister smile, raising their blades.
"Whoosh..."
As he was about to strike, a cold light flashed, and a sword pierced his throat.
"Who dares?" The leader raised his knife, but saw that person continuously unleashing sword strikes, quickly dispatching the officers.
The attacker was a woman, dressed in tight black attire, face covered with a black cloth; Li Fan watched, feeling vaguely familiar.
The woman seemed to sense something, looking up, and under the moonlight, she saw Li Fan's face. Her body leapt to the rooftop, removed her mask, revealing a delicate face, it was Li Hongyi.
"Why are you here?" Li Fan asked, puzzled. Hadn't she left with Li Daoqing?
And now she wore black and wielded a sword.
"Looking for you, today..." Li Hongyi stepped closer, ready to speak, but saw a figure behind Li Fan, seductive and alluring; as her gaze met hers, she started walking tantalizingly, swaying with a captivating smile.
"Never mind."
Li Hongyi turned and descended, not paying attention to Li Fan.
After some time apart.
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