As soon as these words were spoken, all the Mountain Patrol Copper Generals present lowered their heads, not daring to meet the Mountain Patrol Silver General's eyes.

Qin An's gaze slightly tightened, but his face remained impassive, his peripheral vision sweeping over the ten badges scattered on the ground.

He initially thought that dealing with those corpses would ensure nothing went wrong, but he didn't expect the Evil Extermination Bureau to have special means of locating the badges.

Even more amusing was the fact that he was previously wondering which deity could cause such losses to the Mountain Patrol Copper Generals, only to realize that the instigator was himself.

"It seems that aside from these badges, they haven't found any clues related to me," Qin An pondered briefly, then stepped toward the bronze door.

When a person dies, like a lamp being extinguished, clues are cut off. Staying longer is of no benefit and only makes it easy to reveal flaws.

The bronze door slowly opened, and Qin An stepped inside, his figure gradually disappearing from sight.

Although significant events had occurred at the mountain peak, they did not affect the Jianghu people from leaving this place.

Until people gradually left, the Mountain Patrol Silver General continued examining the incident.

At this moment, hurried footsteps were heard coming from the mountain path.

The Mountain Patrol Silver General turned his gaze toward the mountain path.

Hu Long arrived quickly with another Mountain Patrol Silver General.

When this Mountain Patrol Silver General saw the badges, he immediately rushed forward, grabbing one tightly in his hand.

"Who dares to kill my daughter?"

The Mountain Patrol Silver General's eyes were blood-red, murderous intent spreading like a tide, causing both Mountain Patrol Copper Generals and passing Jianghu people to hold their breath.

Hu Long gently patted the Mountain Patrol Silver General's shoulder and said, "Ye Xin, don't be impulsive. This matter will be investigated."

Ye Xin stared at Hu Long, suppressing his anger: "You once said your son died at the hands of a Mountain Patrol Copper General. Could this matter be related to him? Ye Rou is a member of the Talent Association and close with Hu Hai. Did she provoke that person for revenge?"

Hu Long shook his head: "Ye Rou didn't have any bloodline tracking method on her, and you won't find any evidence either."

"What evidence do I need?" Ye Xin stepped forward and grabbed Hu Long by the collar, shouting angrily: "That's my only flesh and blood! Now there's only one possibility. Otherwise, how could a mere three Fox Demons wipe out ten Mountain Patrol Copper Generals?"

Hu Long frowned: "You're overreacting."

Ye Xin sneered: "Talking about evidence with a Copper General disgraces your reputation."

Hu Long glanced at Ye Xin, eyes sharp: "Are you aware that standing behind him is Mr. Jin Fengyu? To be favored by Mr. Jin despite being a Copper General, his talent is evident. Why don't you take a knife and cut him down now?"

Upon hearing this, Ye Xin's furious gaze suddenly paused, his eyes lowered, and he finally let go of his hands.

Hu Long gently patted Ye Xin's shoulder: "If you're merely guessing based on this tenuous link, without evidence, daring to act against him will result in Mr. Jin wreaking vengeance not only on you but on your entire clan. The Mountain Patrol Golden Generals behind you would never risk offending another Mountain Patrol Golden General for your sake."

"The General Mansion is about to change leadership; no one dares act recklessly."

"Then what do you suggest?" Ye Xin gritted his teeth.

Hu Long signaled with a look and headed toward a hidden spot.

Ye Xin hesitated slightly and followed Hu Long, disappearing from the location.

While checking the badges, the Mountain Patrol Silver General listened to their words, a gleam flashing in his eyes: "So it's the young man favored by Mr. Jin. Seems like he's in big trouble. This needs to be informed to him quickly. It's a good opportunity to forge a positive relationship, isn't it?"

This Mountain Patrol Silver General appeared to have no alliances, ostensibly neutral, but had long since pledged allegiance to Jin Fengyu, even guarding this strategic point for Jin Fengyu.

Because of this, Jin Fengyu had considerable authority, allowing people free entry and exit from the Ancient Battlefield ruins.

After some thought, the Mountain Patrol Silver General placed the badge in a Mountain Patrol Copper General's hand: "This matter requires detailed planning, slow investigation, I will continue to guard here, you go ahead and investigate."

With these words, the Mountain Patrol Silver General closed his mouth, acting as if the matter had nothing to do with him.

A few Mountain Patrol Copper Generals exchanged looks, eyes puzzled but reluctantly followed orders and left.

...

Ye Xin followed behind Hu Long.

Until they arrived at a hidden forest, only then did they stop.

Ye Xin impatiently asked: "Hu Long, what exactly are you planning?"

Hu Long turned his head, scanned the dense forest, and after confirming no one was around, he said: "That kid is a Mountain Patrol Copper General. He has tasks that need accomplishing, providing us with an opportunity to act when he fulfills his duties."

Ye Xin frowned: "Didn't you say Jin Fengyu is behind him? If we act, even a slight misstep risks exposing us."

Hu Long nodded: "Indeed, Jin Fengyu is behind him. This kid relies on this background, having repeatedly humiliated me and even challenged me to a duel. Once he steps into the Inner God Realm, he will fight multiple opponents alone, but I can't wait any longer."

Ye Xin coldly asked: "Your impatience is unrelated to me. Tell me, how should we act when that kid is on a mission?"

Despite today's event lacking concrete evidence, Ye Xin wasn't foolish enough to reach the position of Mountain Patrol Silver General without reason.

With a little thought, these matters clearly tied back to Qin An.

Because there was one thing he hadn't said—just before entering there, Ye Rou had privately informed him she was going to deal with Qin An.

At the time, Ye Xin believed with Ye Rou and ten Mountain Patrol Copper Generals attacking, Qin An would surely die, so he hadn't paid attention.

Now that Ye Rou was dead, he must avenge his daughter.

Hu Long paused briefly, then smiled coldly: "The Fox Girl from Carefree Mountain has a deep vendetta against him too. We just need to track his mission whereabouts and inform the Fox Girl, and it'll be enough to take his life."

Ye Xin's eyes widened, aghast: "Are you insane? You dare do such a thing as collaborating with demonic creatures? If the Mountain Patrol Golden Generals above know, you'll face annihilation with nowhere to be buried, and the Hu family will be entirely exterminated!"

Hu Long sneered, unconcerned: "The Evil Extermination Bureau cooperating with demonic creatures is no longer a novel concept; this matter isn't secret."

"But that involves confronting Pseudo-Gods!" Ye Xin clenched his fists, saying: "Now it involves facing a Mountain Patrol Copper General of the Evil Extermination Bureau; this isn't advisable."

"I ask you, do you want revenge or not?" Hu Long replied lightly: "Even though I have a duel with that kid, no one can guarantee if something unexpected will occur."

"I investigated this brat's data after departing. His combat power and realm don't match; his strength is so formidable it astounds even me."

"If he reaches the Inner God Realm, it might be exceedingly difficult to extinguish him. At that point, both our deep grudges will remain unresolved."

Ye Xin stood motionless, finger joints visibly pulsing.

Hu Long patiently waited.

He knew Ye Xin would agree, since Ye Xin only had one daughter.

His wife had died a long time back during a demonic creature raid. Since he deeply loved his wife, he hadn't remarried.

Now that the Ye Family seemed extinct, Ye Xin could not leave this vengeance.

Half-incense stick time later.

Ye Xin raised his head: "What do you need me to do?"

Hu Long smiled slightly and said with satisfaction, "The Golden General above me has recently assigned me a lot of tasks, so I've had no time to attend to his news, but you seem quite free lately. Therefore, go ahead and monitor Qin An's movements. Once there's a problem, go to Carefree Mountain with this in hand."

With that, Hu Long pulled out a tuft of white fur from his bosom.

The white fur bore no trace of evil qi, yet a mere glance reveals it as the tail of the Fox Girl from Carefree Mountain.

Ye hesitated for a moment, then grasped the white fur: "Alright, I'll handle this,"

Hu Long smiled slightly: "Very well, I'll await your good news in the distant land, Ye."

The two exchanged no more words and left the woods, each going their separate ways.

...

Outside the cave, people came and went.

Qin An dressed in dark clothes, stepped out and, after surveying the surroundings, prepared to leave.

He already had plans, intending to first cultivate his Pill Master profession to level eleven.

After all, he had an agreement with Long Tianxing.

Once the Pill Master reaches level eleven, concocting the Divine Spirit Pill would yield remarkable effects.

Then, he would cultivate the Array Master to level eleven as well.

To Qin An, the Array Master profession often serves ingenious purposes.

For instance, during the array siege by Ye Rou and others at the ancient battlefield ruins, it was the Array Master profession that proved effective.

Once both professions are cultivated to level eleven, he can focus on the Scholar Profession.

At that time, his strength can be raised to Great Success in the Outer Elixir Realm, perhaps even merging with the Dragon Race's Heart Method in hand.

For Qin An, time is of the essence; he does not intend to squander any moment.

Upon exiting, the passersby remained silent.

After taking a few steps, Qin An was stopped by a Mountain Patrol Silver General.

Seeing the silver badge at this person's waist, Qin An frowned slightly and gripped the Cold Star at his waist.

The Mountain Patrol Silver General, noticing Qin An's wariness, nodded slightly, a hint of admiration in his eyes.

"Don't be nervous." The Mountain Patrol Silver General approached softly, "I'm under Mr. Jin Fengyu's command, and I'm here to talk to you about something."

Qin An squinted his eyes: "What is it?"

For a Mountain Patrol Silver General to specifically seek him out, he surmised it must be no trivial matter.

As soon as he said this, the Mountain Patrol Silver General headed to a hidden spot.

"Follow me."

Qin An pondered for a moment, then followed him to this secluded location.

At this point, the Mountain Patrol Silver General informed Qin An in detail about the conversation between Ye and Hu Long.

Qin An's expression remained as calm as water: "I understand, thank you for the reminder, sir."

The Mountain Patrol Silver General showed a surprised look: "You don't find it difficult at all?"

Qin An shook his head: "Offending one Inner God Realm person is dangerous, offending two is also dangerous. Once danger is abundant, it ceases to be dangerous."

The Mountain Patrol Silver General, upon hearing this, sighed: "As expected, you're indeed someone Mr. Jin values. Just this mentality is quite impressive."

Qin An replied: "If there's nothing else, sir, I'll take my leave."

He intended to return to enhance his profession skill proficiency and didn't plan to waste time here.

Regarding the matter just mentioned, Qin An considered it temporary and not an issue.

With Jin Fengyu as his backing, once his strength reaches the Inner God Realm, this group of Mountain Patrol Silver Generals would be negligible.

The Mountain Patrol Silver General shook his head: "There's nothing else."

Qin An nodded slightly, hesitated no more, and left the mountain path.

Along the mountain path, people gradually departed.

Upon exiting the path, these individuals rapidly rushed in one direction, fearing someone might seize their treasures.

The ancient battlefield ruins matter continued, as human and pseudo-god creatures alike stirred up bloody storms here.

...

Evil Extermination Bureau.

By the time Qin An returned here, it was already late at night.

He chose not to practice skill proficiency at night but instead rested for a day.

It wasn't until the next morning when he headed to the Alchemy Master Alliance.

Qin An aimed to rapidly cultivate the Pill Master to level eleven, then take on a task and, upon completion, return to practice the Array Master profession.

As for the Scholar Profession, that would be attended to after both are practiced.

Streets were bustling with crowds.

Qin An's figure quickly disappeared at the end of the street.

...

Carefree Mountain.

The Fox Girl was pacing between the flower beds, occasionally bending down to gently sniff the flowers.

Beside her, the Fox Girl silently stood on the left, closely following behind.

"Today's flowers are growing well, but the nutrients from human heads have almost absorbed; tomorrow, go chop some more heads," The Fox Girl spoke with the calmest tone.

The Fox Girl bowed in agreement, not daring to slacken in the slightest.

The Fox Girl inquired about the ancient battlefield ruins and, upon learning Carefree Mountain had gained plenty, felt quite satisfied and continued to linger among the flowers.

As she was about to pick one of them, the sound of footsteps suddenly resonated.

A Fox Girl hurriedly approached and bowed: "Madam, there's news from Hu Long."

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