Fantasy: Immortality Begins with Absorbing Demons

Chapter 504 Beneath the Divine Sniper Tower

Ye Tianjun's trump card was stronger than all his previous moves, so strong that it almost didn't seem like it was used by a single person.

The immense force pulled the chains together, creating a deafening tearing sound as the air was ripped apart.

Han Yi felt a sharp, needle-like pain in his eyelids; the speed was too fast, and he could only see two black afterimages.

No time to think too much.

He instinctively raised his elbows and blocked with his hands in a cross shape.

boom! ! !

Driven by the immense force, Han Yi was flung away and crashed into a nearby alley.

He quickly got up, a trickle of blood spurting from the corner of his mouth, and staggered away into the distance.

Ye Tianjun stood still, not giving chase.

However, a hint of disdain was clearly visible on his face.

"Hmph, nothing special. You're pretty fast, aren't you? If you're so arrogant again, I'll beat you up every time I see you!"

"How about it?"

From a dilapidated house emerged a slender figure—the woman who had just been unable to vent her frustrations.

"The information makes it sound impressive, but it's just for show. In a real fight, I'm confident I can take him down within twenty rounds."

Ye Tianjun looked pleased with himself.

"Is it him?" the beautiful woman asked.

"No." Ye Tianjun shook his head. "The strength doesn't match. Someone who can kill Ying Jiu and Dog King at the same time without causing a big commotion can't be this weak."

"If it's not him, then who is it?" The woman frowned.

"Let's take our time. There are still a few suspects on the list. We'll go and check them one by one later," Ye Tianjun said casually.

"However, this person is the most suspicious among the remaining few. If it's not him, it will probably be very difficult to find the lost ledgers," the woman sighed.

"We're just doing the work. What does it have to do with us whether they find it or not?" Ye Tianjun explained. "Besides, even if something comes out one day, who would dare to interfere with Jingtian Manor's affairs?"

The woman nodded, finding it quite reasonable.

"Alright, alright, let's not talk about this anymore." Ye Tianjun suddenly smiled wickedly and wrapped his arm around the woman's slender waist. "Speaking of which, our little pleasure earlier... we haven't finished yet..."

"You're so annoying!" the woman said coquettishly, her body limp in Ye Tianjun's arms. "It's all your fault! I didn't even have time to put on my underwear before I ran out..."

"Isn't that perfect, convenient for fighting?"

Ye Tianjun laughed heartily, picked up the woman, and hurriedly walked towards the Divine Spear Tower.

However, he was unaware that a faint gaze was slowly following him from behind.

"There was definitely something wrong..."

Han Yi's figure slowly emerged from a corner.

He gazed thoughtfully in the direction Ye Tianjun and the others had left.

Ye Tianjun's strength is indeed impressive, but it's impossible for him to defeat him.

At most, his strength is about the same as that of Ying Jiu, whom he crushed to death.

He had initially intended to strike directly and end the fight quickly. However, he sensed someone lurking in the shadows and, unable to locate them, decided to hold back for the time being.

"It seems our Master Fang has quite a bit of influence..."

Even the leaders of external forces can be manipulated at will…

Han Yi sighed inwardly, feeling even more strongly that he couldn't expose himself.

He had just gone through Chen Jiuli's investigation and was mentally prepared for the possible tests that the other party and the other side might conduct.

Now that he's faced with Ye Tianjun's challenge, he's actually started to consider Fang He's direction.

After all, the rise of the Divine Spear Tower is said to have an unclear relationship with the higher-ups in Jingtian Manor.

If he defeats Ye Tianjun, wouldn't that just add another layer of suspicion for no reason?

Winning is not an option.

The key point is that he couldn't even kill someone to cover it up.

I'm not talking about strength, but other factors.

It's likely that Ye Tianjun came here specifically to challenge them, probably at someone else's behest.

If that's the case, if he goes all out, wouldn't that be a clear admission that he has a problem?

Especially since this is inside Huayang City, and it's broad daylight.

There were so many people watching, and many passersby.

He could no longer use the body-dissolving liquid to destroy the evidence as he did last time.

Therefore, he could only restrain his strength cautiously and reluctantly just now, only using the most basic Cold Yin Nine Curves Palm.

I was afraid that I might accidentally kill the other person.

"But this is for the best. After this incident, the suspicion against me should be greatly reduced..."

Sometimes, feigning weakness to the enemy is a wise strategy.

Few people would do something like deliberately smearing themselves like that.

After confirming that there were no problems around, Han Yi vanished into the distance in a flash.

......

A quaint street within Huayang City.

The streets are lined with tall signboard buildings, each three stories high, all with an antique feel and a sense of history.

Han Yi seemed quite familiar with the place, heading straight for the "Yunluo Trading Company" in the very center.

When he arrived, the owner of the trading company, Yun Wentai, had already been waiting for him for a long time.

Yun Wentai was a man of broad build and stout build. He wore a red, festive hat and a convex glass mirror around his neck that could magnify the details of objects, which made him appear even more gentle and refined.

In particular, his always smiling face makes anyone feel friendly upon first meeting him.

"Long time no see, Inspector Han, how have you been?" Yun Wentai smiled and greeted him with clasped hands. Yunluo Trading Company, Yunluo Yunluo, means "gathering all the ancient artifacts in the world."

The number of antiques and curios here is among the best in the entire Huayang City.

After being introduced to Yunwentai by Tao Qingtang, Han Yi discovered several antiques with yin energy there, making him a major client of Yunluo Trading Company.

Furthermore, because of his lavish spending and frequent large-scale purchases, he naturally received the highest level of hospitality from Yunwentai.

"I'm doing alright here, still the same as always, not as carefree as Boss Yun."

You said in your letter that you got a "big shipment"? Take it out and let me see it quickly; I have something to do later.

Han Yi, familiar with the place, followed Yun Wentai into the trading company.

The reason he took a detour was because he received a message from Yunwentai saying that they had recently produced a truly significant shipment! However, on the way here, he encountered Fang and his side's probing, which caused a slight delay.

Therefore, he is in a bit of a rush right now.

But I had no choice but to come.

His true purpose in associating with numerous antique dealers and collecting antiques was simply to absorb the yin energy from them.

On the one hand, he needs to maintain his long-standing persona as an antique enthusiast and find a legitimate reason for himself.

On the other hand, he was also quite curious about the "large cargo" that Yunwentai mentioned.

This Mr. Yun is no ordinary person. In his youth, he traveled extensively throughout the states of Da Xuan, making him a truly knowledgeable and well-traveled individual.

The item that elicited such praise and surprise from him must not be an ordinary item in the conventional sense.

"Hehe, Inspector Han is still so impatient. You must know that haste makes waste. Collecting antiques is actually quite similar to pursuing women; you must be patient, take it slow, and explore little by little to discover its most wonderful aspects..."

Yun Wentai laughed, his tone somewhat vulgar.

Han Yi inwardly scorned him, cursing him as a hypocritical old lecher. On the surface, however, he remained calm and maintained his facade.

Led by a pretty maid, the two arrived at a private room filled with a dazzling array of antiques.

After dismissing his attendants, Yun Wentai went to his desk and quickly placed nine different chess pieces on a chessboard according to a certain pattern.

This is a popular board game called "Nine-Step Chess".

The rules are that each player controls one side, and the pieces include chariots, crossbows, cannons, etc. The larger pieces overcome the smaller ones, and the players gradually nibble away at the opponent's pieces.

It's a kind of board game that imitates the fighting of war. But the purpose of placing it here at Yunwen Terrace is certainly not for playing or playing...

A moment later, the sound of a camera clicking could be heard.

A hidden door on the shelf opened, revealing a pair of exquisite jade vases with double eagle designs.

They stepped forward from the Cloud Platform and each took a turn around.

Immediately, with a click, a hidden door slowly appeared before the two of them.

"I've seen Boss Yun's mechanical skills before, but each time they amaze me," Han Yi remarked from the side.

Although Yunwentai is not a martial arts master and has no real strength, his mastery of mechanical arts is unparalleled in the entire Huayang City.

Even the secret mechanisms in the Jingtianzhuang Inspectorate were installed and set up under this person's guidance.

"Inspector Han, please come in." Yun Wentai stepped aside and bowed to welcome him.

Han Yi nodded and walked into the hidden door.

This wasn't the first time he'd entered this hidden door.

Those with impeccable character and who are truly major clients of Yunluo Trading Company will generally go to the secret room to see the real treasures.

After all, the items that Yunluo Trading Company could display on ordinary shelves were just things of little value.

The dark room was small, about the same size as the outer room, and was brightly lit. Various rare and precious artifacts were displayed on the shelves.

Phoenix incense burner, withered tree and strange rock painting, seated white jade figure, jade inkstone... Some of these precious items are even engraved with the names of the masters.

These items, though seemingly extremely valuable, were no different from roadside trash to Han Yi because they lacked any yin energy. "I know you like antiques from the previous dynasty. Look what this is?"

Yun Wentai smiled, walked to a shelf in the middle, and pulled out a heavy metal box.

Then he picked up a key hanging from his waist, opened the box, and revealed several utensils wrapped in red cloth.

“This dragon-head gold cup is a rare artifact from the previous dynasty. Back then, only royalty was entitled to use it…” Yun Wentai picked up one of the pieces and added, “Unearthed from the imperial tomb, it’s definitely a top-tier item!”

He glanced around instinctively, his voice very low.

The dragon-head gold cup is cylindrical in shape, made of pure gold, and molded in one piece. Its surface is smooth and delicate, and its soft golden light reflects an alluring glow under the illumination of an oil lamp.

The top of the cup is decorated with a dragon head, with intricate carvings and layers of scales, each piece meticulously crafted.

The dragon's ears stretched backward, forming a pair of curved horns, adding to its imposing presence. The fine hairs and whiskers were meticulously woven with delicate gold threads, hanging down naturally and swaying slightly with Yunwentai's movements.

"It is indeed exquisitely beautiful..." Han Yi exclaimed, gently touching the cup.

"Boss Yun truly has impressive skills; he can even easily obtain such a grand imperial tomb..."

He sighed inwardly. The item was indeed a good thing, but without any yin energy, it was worthless to him.