When that cold voice came, Zhou Yuanfeng's face suddenly changed, and he quickly stepped forward to hold Qin An's shoulder.

"You wait here, I'll go deal with them, they will have to give my teacher some face."

Qin An, however, remained motionless, just gently shaking his head: "No need."

Just from those few voices outside, Qin An could guess who they were.

They must be the fathers of the Mountain Patrol Copper Generals he had killed.

Zhou Yuanfeng was so anxious that sweat beaded on his forehead: "At a time like this, why show such bravado? Let me mediate, maybe we can ease the situation."

Qin An slowly brushed his fingers over the scabbard, his voice calm like a still ancient well: "The enmity of killing one's son is irreconcilable, in their eyes, I'm nothing more than an insignificant ant without any backing. Your background can't protect me."

Zhou Yuanfeng paused for a moment and sighed: "Then what should we do?"

He also knew that Qin An spoke the truth, after all, Zhou Yuanfeng was just a Silver General, no more than the level of a Mountain Patrol Copper General.

He couldn't protect Qin An at all.

Using his teacher's connections was even more impossible.

After all, those connections were his, not Qin An's.

Qin An stepped out of the courtyard: "I said, I have my own way. Let me meet these old dogs first."

Zhou Yuanfeng watched Qin An's departing figure, gritting his teeth for a moment, then followed Qin An out of the courtyard.

...

Evil Extermination Bureau courtyard.

Tang Zizhen and two other Jin Mansion Generals stood in the courtyard, looking at the four corpses laid out on the ground, their expressions extremely serious.

Opposite them were four middle-aged men, each wearing a Mountain Patrol Silver General badge at their waist, exuding a terrifying Inner God Realm aura.

The leader's eyes were bloodshot, his fists clenched tightly, making cracking sounds: "Mr. Tang, are you still going to stop us? The iron laws of the Evil Extermination Bureau clearly prohibit mutual violence among colleagues!"

Tang Zizhen's forehead was seeped with fine sweat: "I've received the news, there's more to this matter than meets the eye, it requires careful deliberation, Hu Long, don't be impulsive."

Hu Long sneered: "More than meets the eye? Impulsive? I only have this one son. I sent my only son to the Mountain Patrol Copper Generals' death gate, and I have rendered such great service to the Evil Extermination Bureau, yet today you dare to stop me. Even if it comes to the General Mansion, I wouldn't be afraid of you!"

Tang Zizhen's brows slightly furrowed as he felt the terrifying pressure emanating from Hu Long and the others, his fists slightly clenched.

Compared to the Mountain Patrol Copper Generals who spent many years in desolate and harsh environments, Tang Zizhen and other Jin Mansion Generals' aura seemed weaker.

At this moment, the joint pressure from the four made Tang Zizhen and the two other Jin Mansion Generals feel like they were being crushed by a mountain.

Tang Zizhen felt rather helpless.

She didn't expect Qin An to act so swiftly, instantly taking the lives of four Mountain Patrol Copper Generals.

But she also understood the reasons behind it, being someone who strictly abides by the rules, and therefore needed to follow protocol at this time.

Hu Long saw that Tang Zizhen and the others were unyielding, and drew his weapon from his waist, striding forward.

Behind him, the three Mountain Patrol Silver Generals followed closely, cold smiles on their faces.

The terrifying aura filled the courtyard of the Evil Extermination Bureau, and Tang Zizhen and the others felt the pressure becoming even more intense.

At this moment, the sound of footsteps suddenly echoed.

Tang Zizhen was very familiar with this sound, and looked back in surprise at the person behind: "I told you not to come out, what are you doing here?"

Although she disliked Qin An's two-faced dealings, she still appreciated Qin An's talent.

If this matter was true, Qin An was not at fault, and so she didn't want Qin An to show up prematurely.

With these words, Hu Long and the four Mountain Patrol Silver Generals all turned their gaze to Qin An.

"The bloodline tracing technique shows that it was this little bastard who killed our sons!" Hu Long's eyes blazed with sharp light, his roar thunderous: "Get him! Slice him to death!"

The terrifying pressure of the Inner God Realm converged in a torrent, rushing towards Qin An.

Beside him, Zhou Yuanfeng's face was extremely pale, feeling like a small boat in a stormy sea under this overwhelming pressure.

"They were the first to harbor killing intent, I have a witness." Qin An's voice was composed and measured: "Do you intend to trample over the iron laws of the Evil Extermination Bureau?"

Upon hearing this, Hu Long sneered: "They're dead, dead men can't testify. You'd fabricate anything with that eloquent tongue of yours, find some random cat or dog as a false witness? Ridiculous!"

Qin An arched an eyebrow: "If that's the case, where's your evidence? Can the four corpses prove who acted first?"

Hu Long pointed to the four corpses on the ground: "You killing our sons is ironclad evidence, and your so-called evidence is nothing but fabricated nonsense, this is enough to prove the matter."

Qin An calmly said: "As expected of a Mountain Patrol Silver General, especially in the politically intricate Xunyang Prefecture, even in such anger, you can remain calm and put the blame on me, truly impressive."

Hu Long sneered: "It's not placing blame, it's the truth."

Qin An remained silent, but his understanding of the Xunyang Prefecture deepened further.

On the surface, these four seemed boundlessly angry, but in fact, they were precise and methodical.

This ability to reverse truth and fiction clearly showed that they had thoroughly discussed this beforehand.

Seeing Qin An silent, Hu Long stepped forward a few more steps, his aura growing even more imposing: "Speechless now? Bastard, you've violated the iron laws of the Evil Extermination Bureau by attacking a colleague, today I'll act for justice, kill you and avenge our sons!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Hu Long wielded his weapon and viciously struck at Qin An.

Seeing the weapon about to fall on Qin An, Qin An faintly uttered three words.

"Jin Fengyu."

When these three words were spoken, Hu Long's weapon suddenly halted, stopping less than five inches from Qin An's throat.

"What did you just say?"

Qin An calmly said: "Anyone with common sense can see you have no evidence, and I do. You're attacking me only because you have backing."

"Even if you kill me, you could justify it, but if you truly kill me, can you withstand the wrath of the Mountain Patrol Golden General? And will the Mountain Patrol Golden General behind you still protect you?"

With these words, the whole scene fell silent.

Zhou Yuanfeng stood dumbfounded on the spot, as though carved from wood, with a complex expression in his eyes as he looked at Qin An.

He knew very well, when Qin An said this, it meant he leaned towards Jin Fengyu, and no matter what, he couldn't belong to his teacher's camp.

But Zhou Yuanfeng also understood that perhaps all this was related to his teacher's decision.

If it were according to his idea, the teacher would agree to take Qin An as a disciple, fearing that by now Qin An would already be one of their own.

Everything is just a result of fate.

Jin Fengyu could humble himself, even use the status of Mountain Patrol Golden General to befriend Qin An, who had just reached the Outer Elixir Realm, while his teacher...

Zhou Yuanfeng knew very well that all this was what Jin Fengyu deserved.

Tang Zizhen's expression was extremely complex.

She understood that the two-faced person in his eyes had finally taken a side at this moment.

The remaining two Jin Mansion Generals exchanged a glance, a trace of inexplicable light flashing in their eyes.

Only Qin An, with his hands behind his back, spoke in a distant tone, even taking a step forward: "Come."

He had figured it out.

In this power-embroiled Xunyang Prefecture, without a background, it's hard to move an inch.

If that's the case, then choose a good background for yourself.

Jin Fengyu was willing to become his background, so he would make use of it.

This is not a story, this is reality, where human relations and worldly wisdom always exist.

Therefore, the choice at this moment was actually beneficial to Qin An.

With a background and being able to use it to seek more benefits for himself, only a fool would not choose.

As Qin An stepped forward, Hu Long, who originally had his weapon aimed at Qin An's throat, suddenly retreated a step.

At this moment, the courtyard was silent.

With every step Qin An took forward, Hu Long and several other Mountain Patrol Silver Generals stepped back.

Many of the Prefecture Generals saw this scene and showed expressions of incomparable shock.

Zhou Yuanfeng's throat rolled.

Unexpectedly, Qin An turned around and forced Hu Long and the other Inner God Realm cultivators.

Tang Zizhen's eyes flashed with a glimmer, suddenly recalling what Zhou Yuanfeng said and feeling a tinge of regret deep inside.

At this moment, Qin An was not crushing with his own strength but showing high-level intelligence.

Jin Fengyu was the Mountain Patrol Golden General, like a mountain pressing on everyone's hearts.

Hu Long's forehead veins bulged, yet he dared not cut down, loudly shouting: "Stop! If you take another step forward, don't blame my weapon for not recognizing people!"

He hadn't anticipated that Qin An would invoke the name of a Mountain Patrol Golden General.

Being able to attain the position of Mountain Patrol Silver General in Xunyang Prefecture, Hu Long was surely no brute.

If Qin An were a Mountain Patrol Silver General, having ties with Jin Fengyu would be normal.

But Qin An was only a Mountain Patrol Copper General. For Jin Fengyu to appreciate such cultivation proves that Jin Fengyu holds Qin An in high regard.

Even more so than the Mountain Patrol Golden General superior to himself.

He knew Qin An wouldn't lie because daring to mention Jin Fengyu today signified Qin An was telling the truth.

If false, the retribution Qin An would face wouldn't be from a Mountain Patrol Silver General.

Qin An's lips curled mockingly as he continued to walk forward, each step steady: "My head is right here. With a swing of your weapon, you could take it. I'm giving you the chance, yet you don't seize it? Useless."

At these words, Hu Long's face showed a hint of ugliness.

Being forced like this in front of so many people, he truly lost face today.

Behind him, three Mountain Patrol Silver Generals exchanged looks, all pondering how to act in this moment.

Just then, the sudden sound of footsteps broke the silence in the courtyard.

Immediately, a voice as calm as a lake echoed.

"Bullying my people here, you're really not giving me face. Or... shall I take your four heads?"

At these words, everyone focused their gaze on the Evil Extermination Bureau's entrance, unable to stop trembling all over.

At the gate, Jin Fengyu, clad in a black robe, with a gold badge hanging at his waist, surveyed Hu Long and the others with indifferent eyes, hands behind his back.

Although his tone was calm, it carried a hint of chilling murderous intent, making Hu Long and the others shudder.

"Mr. Jin, it's a misunderstanding, all a misunderstanding." Hu Long hurriedly put away his weapon, bowing his head in salute.

"Misunderstanding?" Jin Fengyu lightly tapped the gold medallion on his waist with his finger. "I'm already aware of this matter. If no evidence is produced within half an incense stick, it'll be dealt with according to my rules."

Hu Long stood there feeling like he was on pins and needles, suddenly raised his head, clenched his teeth, and said: "Mr. Jin, must you press so hard? Even if I can't produce evidence, Qin An's evidence is not comprehensive either."

Qin An did not speak, standing there with an ancient calm, seemingly indifferent to everything.

Jin Fengyu suddenly smiled: "That's not incorrect."

Hu Long breathed a sigh of relief.

Jin Fengyu's voice paused slightly, continuing: "Since neither can present evidence, this grievance can be resolved in another way. How about I suggest a method?"

Hu Long cupped his fists: "As you command, sir."

"Now, Qin An is only a Mountain Patrol Copper General. Your actions give the impression of the big bullying the small." Jin Fengyu said calmly: "When Qin An reaches the Inner God Realm, you all should have a match against him."

"Today, the evidence Qin An presented is not complete, but indeed better than yours. I won't put you at a disadvantage someday, and when that time comes, all four of you should go together."

Hu Long was slightly stunned, then showed a face full of joy: "This is excellent; Mr. Jin, you are indeed fair and just!"

The other Mountain Patrol Silver Generals also cupped their fists in agreement.

In Hu Long's mind, by the time Qin An reaches the Inner God Realm, he would probably only be at the initial stage.

At that time, the joint attack by the four Mountain Patrol Silver Generals, even if Qin An achieved Great Success of Inner God Realm, he would meet his end with no burial.

Zhou Yuanfeng heard this, sighed inwardly, looking at the four as if looking at the dead.

"These four people... are finished."

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