The two of them sipped tea while chatting about what had happened in Ning'an City after Li Xuanxiao left.
During the unrest in Pei Prefecture, Ning'an City was relatively fortunate and did not face many invasions from the Demon Army.
Furthermore, at that time, the strength of the Martial Artists in Ning'an City had generally risen to a new level.
So they basically made it through that period without any losses.
Li Xuanxiao felt relieved; on his way to Ning'an City, he had also considered the worst-case scenario.
He might have seen a dead city, just like Youpu City before...
Fortunately, the worst-case scenario did not happen.
Old friends were still there, Ning'an City was flourishing, and the people lived and worked in peace.
"Speaking of which, the demons have almost completely vanished lately, and I don't know what's going on."
Wang Debiao frowned slightly; such an abnormal situation made it hard to feel at ease.
Li Xuanxiao, however, saw it clearly; it seemed the deal he made with the demons had begun to take effect.
Of course, how long the demons' promise would last and to what extent they would keep it depended on how strong Li Xuanxiao was.
Just to be safe, before leaving Dayu, he should go and give the demons another warning!
Li Xuanxiao pondered and took out some Medicinal Pills and several Xuan Realm Cultivation Techniques and Martial Arts from his Storage Ring.
After thinking for a moment, he also took off the Asura Blade from his waist.
Wang Debiao was a bit confused: "Kid, what do you mean by this?"
Li Xuanxiao smiled and handed all of them to Wang Debiao.
"Head Wang, here are some Medicinal Pills and Xuan Realm Cultivation Techniques and Martial Arts..."
"Also, this blade is of the Xuan Realm grade. I've used it before, you won't mind, right?"
What!?
Wang Debiao's eyes widened. When had he ever seen Xuan Realm grade Cultivation Techniques or Martial Arts?
And that blade, one could tell at a glance it was no ordinary item!
Yet he never expected it to be of the Xuan Realm grade as well!
Although his heart was racing, Wang Debiao gradually restrained his emotions and calmed down.
With a solemn expression, he looked at Li Xuanxiao, worry welling up in his heart: "Did you offend someone you can't afford to provoke out there? If things are really bad, just change your name and come back to live in Ning'an City. I've moved to a big house; you don't have to squeeze into that small courtyard with me anymore."
Li Xuanxiao was moved and smiled: "Not at all."
But then he thought of the qilin mark on his body.
It could be considered that he had provoked someone...
"I have no use for these things anymore..."
Wang Debiao raised an eyebrow. You're saying you have no use for Xuan Realm Cultivation Techniques and Martial Arts?
"Are you bragging, kid? Could it be that you've already surpassed the Xuan Realm? Are you kidding me? How long has it been since you went to the Pei Prefecture Demon Slaying Division?"
"Even if you have exceptional talent and are highly regarded by your superiors, it's absolutely impossible to surpass the Xuan Realm in such a short time! You think you're the Martial God of Dayu?"
Li Xuanxiao had no choice but to say he had performed merits and obtained better Cultivation Techniques and Martial Arts.
Only then did Wang Debiao feel relieved. He beamed and patted Li Xuanxiao's shoulder with satisfaction.
"Good lad, you didn't forget us old folks after making it big!"
He drew the Asura Blade on the spot. Looking at the cold, sharp blade emitting a chilly light, Wang Debiao praised repeatedly: "Good blade! A truly good blade! The best decision I ever made was showing you my private collection of Cultivation Techniques and Secret Manuals. You are one who knows how to repay kindness, and now you've given me such a precious gift in return!"
Seeing Wang Debiao's joy, Li Xuanxiao couldn't help but smile as well.
"Head Wang."
"Hmm?"
"Uh... never mind, it's nothing."
Li Xuanxiao hesitated; some things didn't need to be said.
"I mainly came here this time to see you and check on the situation in Ning'an City. Now that I see you're living comfortably and the people are living and working in peace, I can rest easy."
After saying this, Li Xuanxiao stood up immediately: "I'm leaving, Head Wang!"
Wang Debiao put down the Asura Blade: "You just got here and you're already leaving? You should at least stay for a meal and rest for a day."
Li Xuanxiao shook his head: "No, Dayu just went through a major war. All departments of the Demon Slaying Division are heavily burdened with tasks, so it's not convenient for me to stay long."
Wang Debiao immediately understood: "I see... alright then! At your age, it's time to build a career. You should indeed prioritize your work! There's plenty of time in the future. Come back and visit when you're free! Ning'an City will always be your home!"
After Li Xuanxiao left, Wang Debiao carefully put away the generous gift.
When he gave the Cultivation Techniques and Martial Arts to Li Xuanxiao back then, he never thought of seeking anything in return.
But today, Li Xuanxiao had returned it to him tenfold, a hundredfold.
A drop of kindness is repaid with a surging spring.
"Good lad, you must become a great figure..."
The sound of footsteps approached as a subordinate Constable came to report.
"Head Wang, we have finished posting all the notices sent by Flying Eagle Hall at every city gate. That Lord Li Xuanxiao in the notice is truly amazing; he actually wiped out several Demon Armies all by himself! Truly our Martial God of Dayu!"
Wang Debiao waved his hand dismissively. At this moment, he was completely captivated by the Asura Blade; a weapon is a Martial Artist's second life.
He had fallen in love with such a fine blade from the first moment he saw it.
He held it in his hands, examining it over and over, unable to put it down.
Several Constables were also drawn to the Asura Blade: "Head Wang, where did you get such a treasure blade?"
"I can see that the grade of this treasure blade isn't low!"
"It's at least the Extreme Realm, right?"
Wang Debiao found it amusing. After all, they were Martial Artists from a border region with limited knowledge; the highest grade they could think of was the Extreme Realm.
"Look at you lot, so little ambition!"
The corners of Wang Debiao's mouth curled up, and he said with quite some pride: "This blade is named 'Asura', and it's a genuine Xuan Realm treasure blade!"
"Xuan Realm!?"
The young Constables were instantly shocked and flocked over, flattering him and taking the chance to observe the Asura Blade closely.
"It's actually a weapon of the Xuan Realm grade!"
"Head Wang is truly powerful and resourceful to be able to get his hands on a Xuan Realm grade treasure blade!"
"Head Wang, where did you get such a good blade?"
Wang Debiao smiled smugly: "A gift from an old friend~"
"Speaking of which, that kid used to work under me just like you guys."
As soon as he said this, the Constables were even more shocked!
They all started asking about the name and identity of the person who gave the blade.
Wang Debiao put away the Asura Blade and placed it at his waist: "His name is Li Xuanxiao. You wouldn't know him!"
"Li Xuanxiao!?"
The Constables looked at each other, their faces filled with horror.
If it were before, they might really have never heard of this name.
But having just finished posting the notices, how could they not remember the great name of Li Xuanxiao?
It must be a mistake, a coincidence; it must just be a Martial Artist with the same name.
Otherwise, it would be too terrifying!
"The Martial God of Dayu used to be my colleague, my Senior?"
"Head Wang, that... on the notices we posted this time, there's also a person named Li Xuanxiao?"
Wang Debiao froze for a moment, a faint suspicion forming in his heart.
That kid said he performed merits earlier; it seems he performed a huge merit!
He even made it onto the notices!
No wonder he gave away Xuan Realm Cultivation Techniques, Martial Arts, and weapons so easily!
Good lad, hiding so deep, so low-key!
"Let me see the notice!"