Chapter 2277 - 2272: Mountain Ghost Granny

Chapter 2277: Chapter 2272: Mountain Ghost Granny

"Stop, who are you?"

Just as Ying Chou was heading towards Demon Origin Mountain, a green-robed girl carrying a bow and arrow blocked his way.

Ying Chou raised an eyebrow; "My name is Ying Chou, from West Continent City, I’ve come here to gather information."

"West Continent City, gathering information? Are you one of Tang Ming’s men?"

The girl was initially taken aback, but then quickly showed a joyous expression.

Another green-robed girl appeared from behind her, with a straw hat made of willow branches on her head.

"Even Tang Ming’s men can’t go up Demon Origin Mountain; it’s extremely dangerous here. The Underground Demon Eye could spawn demons at any time. You are unfamiliar with this area, and when the time comes, you won’t even be able to escape."

The girl with the straw hat looked at Ying Chou with disdain.

Ying Chou bit his lip; even in West Continent City, he had never been looked down upon like this before. This girl with the straw hat dared to speak to him this way.

"I don’t know what you two are. My life is my own, even if I die, it’s my own misfortune. Now, please step aside."

Ying Chou snorted coldly and proceeded up the mountain path.

An arrow landed in front of Ying Chou, with a Jade Scroll attached to its feather.

"Inside the Jade Scroll is a map. If you encounter danger, follow the escape route on the map to run out quickly. The paths in the underground maze are difficult to navigate; if you reach an area that’s not marked on the map, mark it."

The girl with the straw hat said coldly.

Ying Chou picked up the Jade Scroll and paused, then turned back to smile at the girl; "Thank you, young lady."

"If not for the sake of West Continent City, I wouldn’t give you such a precious thing."

The girl snorted and turned to walk down the mountain.

With the map, Ying Chou felt his goal was indeed right. Especially after obtaining the map, he could likely learn firsthand about the movements of the demons.

In that way, even if he couldn’t compare to Tang Ming, he would become someone well-regarded in West Continent City.

The dense forest was always filled with strange sounds, and from time to time, a demon beast resembling a mouse would poke its head out from the ground.

It was very timid, and as soon as anyone approached, it would quickly burrow back into its hole.

Following the path indicated in the Jade Scroll, Ying Chou arrived at the entrance of the cave leading to the Underworld Demon Eye at nightfall.

The entrance was wide enough for ten people to walk abreast without feeling crowded. Beside the entrance stood a round stone with the words "Danger, Do Not Enter" inscribed on it.

Ying Chou took a deep breath and leaped inside.

Sun Xiu was the first to return among those sent out by Guo Cunhou, and most of the people who came with him to West Continent City were from the demon hunting teams of Tianpo City.

Since Tianpo City fell under the Chu Family, the demon hunting teams have found life increasingly difficult. The Chu Family stationed troops throughout the Tianpo Mountain range, and anyone wishing to enter must pay taxes to the Chu Family.

If they didn’t pay taxes, they were forbidden from entering the Tianpo Mountain range.

The demon hunting teams had very few Spirit Stones to begin with, and with the mountain entry tax, their lives became even more destitute. They could only earn a meager living by working for the Chu Family.

It wasn’t until Sun Xiu returned to Tianpo City that they found hope for a better life.

"So you’re saying, the Chu Family has completely taken over Tianpo City, and they’re treating the people there in such a way that they’re not afraid everyone might leave someday?"

Upon hearing Sun Xiu’s report, Tang Ming’s eyebrows furrowed.

"If they were afraid, they wouldn’t act like this. I think the old man from the Chu Family is quite capable of pulling off such a move."

Zhou Mo exchanged a glance with Guo Muye, then said.

Guo Muye nodded; "I think the Chu Family, daring to act like this, isn’t afraid of people leaving Tianpo City. If they were afraid, Sun Xiu wouldn’t have been able to take so many people away."

"It’s very strange; talent is the driving force of development. What’s the Chu Family planning to do? Destroy Tianpo City?"

Tang Ming’s eyebrows furrowed.

Standing behind Guo Muye, Sun Xiu coughed; "City Lord, perhaps I should go back and thoroughly investigate?"

"It’s not your job to investigate. Do you even know how strong you are? Do you want to walk into the lion’s den?"

Zhou Mo glared at Sun Xiu, who immediately lowered his head, unwilling to speak further.

Zhou Mo then chuckled and looked towards Fox Bachang beside him; "Elder Bachang, I think this matter requires Elder Sanqiu’s intervention."

"Hehehe, Zhou Mo, you’re really counting on me. You want me to handle everything. I’ve known the old demon from the Chu Family before, and his strength far surpasses mine."

Hu Sanqiu stretched lazily in his chair and smiled at Zhou Mo.

Zhou Mo shook his head, then said; "Elder Sanqiu, that’s not the case. As far as I know, the Chu Family’s old demon practices a very special Demon Technique."

"Demon Technique, he practices a Demon Technique?"

Hu Sanqiu’s voice instantly rose an octave.

Since the brothers from the Zeng Family became demonized and left, Tang Ming and the others have gained some understanding of Demon Techniques.

The demonized brothers from the Zeng Family and Lu Gou studied Demon Techniques. They believe that for Demon Techniques to be truly called as such, they must undergo demonization.

The power of the Demon Path offered them transformative changes.

Even Zeng Wang was eager for demonization but was stopped by Lu Gou. Lu Gou believed he walked a different path, one where he could become strong without demonization.

Zeng Wang is now the sole successor of his teachings. He would not allow Zeng Wang to undergo demonization either.

"Yes, City Lord Tang Ming should be aware of this too."

Zhou Mo looked at Tang Ming.

Tang Ming nodded; "When I was setting up a clinic in Tianpo City, I indeed received news that the Chu Family’s old demon practices Demon Techniques. I think if he truly practices Demon Techniques and has kept it hidden, then it means his Demon Techniques must be particularly unique."

"I’ll investigate this matter."

Hu Sanqiu nodded, then said.

"City Lord Tang Ming, sister Fox Bachang, are you here?"

Niu Yinghao’s voice echoed in the courtyard of the City Lord Mansion.

Tang Ming glanced at Fox Bachang, and the two stood up simultaneously, heading outside; "Elder Niu. We’re here; what brings you so much joy?"

"Hahaha, I’m naturally happy that new friends have arrived in West Continent City. Come, let me introduce you. This is the Mountain Ghost Granny from Demon Origin Mountain."

Niu Yinghao pointed to the old hag beside him, then said.

Upon hearing Niu Yinghao, both Tang Ming and Fox Bachang turned their attention to the old hag beside him.

This old hag wore a green long robe, held a staff in her hand, and carried a bow on her back, looking extremely mysterious.