I have been a saint in the world for three thousand years

When Shen Zhi got off the Lingyun Boat, Tang Ling, who had been waiting for a long time, ran towards him impatiently.

Her face was full of excitement and her cheeks were flushed.

"Azhi!"

As she spoke, Tang Ling was about to throw herself into Shen Zhi's arms.

But the next moment, a strong and powerful hand silently stretched across her body.

Ajiu stood in front of Tang Ling with an expressionless face, his sturdy body like a solid wall blocking their line of sight.

Tang Ling was annoyed when she saw this, and said angrily: "Jiu, get out of the way! Don't block my way!"

However, upon hearing this, Ajiu did not show any intention of backing down, but strode towards Shen Zhi.

The tall Ajiu stared down at Shen Zhi condescendingly, his eyes without any emotion, as cold and indifferent as usual.

In the past, Shen Zhi would always feel apprehensive when facing Ajiu, Tang Ling's personal bodyguard.

However, Shen Zhi is now a martial artist at the Xiantian realm, and he can already sense Ajiu's realm by relying on his keen aura.

"Tian Gang Realm..."

Shen Zhi pondered in his heart, narrowed his eyes slightly, and couldn't help but clench his fists.

He knew very well that with his current strength, if he faced Ah Jiu head-on, he would probably have less than a 30% chance of winning.

Just when Shen Zhi was tense all over, Ajiu's words suddenly made him stunned.

"Congratulations, you have become a demon-catching captain."

These words of congratulations made Shen Zhi stunned immediately, as if he couldn't believe his ears.

When did Jiu, who is always serious and taciturn, actually say such words of congratulations to others?

Just when Shen Zhi thought that Ajiu's attitude towards him had changed, the following words were like a pour of cold water on his head, causing his mood to instantly sink to the bottom.

"But don't think that becoming a demon-catching captain makes you worthy of my lady."

"You must have known that the young lady is from the capital. No one there can be approached by a little monster-catching captain like you."

Having said this, Ajiu suddenly raised his tone, and the heavy pressure conveyed in his words made Shen Zhi feel as if a mountain was pressing on his chest.

"And the young lady's background is such that most people in the capital need to look up to her."

"If you want to marry my lady, even if you are a great demon-suppressing general of a state, you are only qualified to stand outside the threshold."

After saying these words, Ajiu left without looking back.

He said these words to Shen Zhi not as a threat, but more out of the hope that Shen Zhi would see his position clearly and not indulge in wishful thinking.

But after listening to it, Shen Zhi smiled confidently.

He raised his chin and said loudly to Ah Jiu: "Okay, just wait and see what I will achieve in the future!"

When Tang Ling ran towards Shen, she couldn't wait to look him up and down.

"You're not hurt, are you? Did Jiu say anything harsh to you? I'll scold him when I get back!"

Seeing Tang Ling looking worried about him, Shen Zhi couldn't help but feel warm in his heart.

He smiled faintly and shook his head, indicating that he was fine.

Now, not only has he avenged his great hatred, but he has also taken revenge on all the powerful people in Yong'an City who had offended him.

The rest of the people were even more frightened by their identities as demon-catching captains, and did not even dare to have the slightest thought of revenge in their hearts.

At this moment, the long-standing depression in Shen Zhi's heart was finally relieved.

He no longer had to hide his true face under a bamboo hat when he went out on the street every day as he did before.

He first accompanied Tang Ling to tour Yong'an City and tasted all the delicious food and beautiful scenery in the city.

It is said that if one is rich and powerful, he will not return to his hometown, just like wearing fine clothes at night.

The next day, Shen Zhi returned to Anxi Village.

The first thing he did when he returned to the village was to give a severe beating to the head of the village who had been oppressing the villagers for many years.

When Shen Zhi's parents learned that their son had become a demon catcher, they were both shocked.

After all, they wouldn't even dare to dream of such things.

The Shen family immediately held a grand ceremony. They first went to worship their ancestors and hung paper on the graves to comfort their ancestors.

Afterwards, a buffet banquet was held which lasted for seven days.

With such a massive move, the news that Shen Zhi became the demon-catching captain naturally spread like wildfire.

In just half a month, all the neighbors within a radius of dozens of miles knew that the Shen family had produced a demon-catching captain.

For a time, there was a constant stream of traffic in front of the Shen family's door, and guests came in an endless stream.

Shen Zhi's parents were finally able to stand up straight and feel proud in front of their fellow villagers.

After bringing his parents into the city, some dignitaries in the city who had never offended Shen Zhi sent land deeds overnight as a signal of friendship.

Inside the hospital.

Yan Xiu treated the patients who came to see him as usual.

Suddenly, a commotion outside the door attracted the attention of the people in the clinic, and they all stretched their necks to look curiously.

"Oh, isn't this Lord Shen? Why didn't you inform me in advance of your visit?"

"Master Shen, this is the latest nourishing product from our store, specially prepared for you two elders. It is perfect for you to take it back and nourish your body."

"Oh, no, how can I take your money?"

Along with the noise came endless flattery.

As the footsteps got closer, a figure finally stood in front of the clinic.

"Brother Yan!"

Shen Zhi's face was filled with smugness.

Behind him, a group of servants were carrying full things in their hands.

As soon as Shen Zhifang appeared, the patients who were waiting for treatment in the clinic left dejectedly one by one, and the clinic became much quieter in an instant.

Yan Xiu couldn't help but frown slightly when he saw this scene.

On the contrary, Shen Zhi turned a blind eye to all this, as if he had become accustomed to it.

"Brother Yan, in a few days I will follow Lord Li back to the Monster Suppression Division to take up my post!"

His tone revealed his anticipation and longing for a career in the Demon Suppression Bureau.

Yan Xiu did not respond immediately, but after prescribing medicine for the last patient, he turned his attention to Shen Zhi.

"Really, then congratulations."

There was not much emotional ups and downs in his tone, which seemed particularly calm.

Shen Zhi finally realized that something was wrong and became cautious instantly.

"Brother Yan, did I do something wrong?"

Yan Xiu just glanced at him and shook his head.

Ever since Shen Zhi became the demon-catching captain, a series of events that followed were all within Yan Xiu's expectations.

Whether it is those who try to please Shen Zhi or Shen Zhi himself.

It is normal for people to be obsessed with power.

"So you're here to say goodbye this time?"

Shen Zhi nodded silently after hearing this.

"I am where I am today thanks to Big Brother Yan. Please accept my greetings, Big Brother Yan!"

When he said the last part, Shen Zhi suddenly knelt down and performed a solemn kneeling ceremony to Yan Xiuxing.

Yan Xiu naturally accepted it calmly.

"That's fine. Yong'an City is too small and it will restrict you in the future."

"When you go to the Demon Suppression Division, you must work hard and don't embarrass me."

Yan Xiu said calmly.

In the following days, Shen Zhi accompanied his parents and Tang Ling to have fun in the city for a while, and then quietly waited for the day to leave.

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Half a month later.

A carriage pulled by six horses slowly approached.

These six horses are strong and much taller than ordinary horses.

They are muscular, with smooth and powerful lines.

Its fur is like newly fallen snow in winter, sparkling with a dazzling but not glaring silver glow under the sunlight.

The most peculiar thing is that they have a tuft of flaming mane on their necks.

The mane fluttered in the wind as it ran, as if a ball of flame was jumping, emitting a hot breath.

These horses are all domesticated from monster beasts and are specially used to drive important figures.

"Master, we are almost at Yong'an City."

At this time, the coachman turned his head slightly and said.