I Become a Martial Arts God in the Chaotic Demon World-Chapter 139 Tang Youde

Han Zheng watched Tang Jingyan with appreciative eyes.

"This little girl is brave."

A daughter born out of wedlock, not highly regarded, yet she dared to stand up to her own father for the sake of a servant.

Although her actions were somewhat rash, her courage was commendable.

Tang Heyan trembled in anger at his daughter's defiance, pointing at her and bellowing, "You good-for-nothing! Today is the two-hundredth birthday of the ancestor! You've ruined it all! All because a worthless servant in your employ died!"

"Fubo is a servant! But he is not worthless!"

Tang Jingyan held her head high, her eyes red, showing no signs of backing down.

Tang Heyan was about to say more, but Han Zheng spoke lightly, "Family Head Tang, now is not the time for you to discipline your daughter.

No matter who reported the incident, the appearance of demons at the Tang household demands an explanation.

Since we have come, we will not leave without a result."

Tang Heyan took a deep breath, "May I ask for this official's name?"

"I am the Team Leader of the Demon Cleansing Bureau, Han Zheng, and this is Su Wuming, another Team Leader from the Demon Cleansing Bureau."

Upon hearing this, Tang Heyan's complexion slightly changed.

Han Zheng and Su Wuming were no longer unknowns.

The twin terrors of the Demon Cleansing Bureau, each one capable of destroying a household, had an exaggerated record of achievements.

Moreover, it was rumored that not long ago, Fei Zhengchun from the Dan Yang Sect had a grudge against Han Zheng, and that very night, Han Zheng led his men to annihilate the sect.

Though publicly it was said that the Sect Leader Chu Zhengxu had turned himself into a demon, who knew the actual truth?

Although these two terrors were at the Innate Realm, Tang Heyan couldn't afford to treat them as ordinary Team Leaders of the Innate Realm from the Demon Cleansing Bureau.

"Mr. Han, how about we negotiate?

Today is the venerable ancestor's birthday, which we, the Tang Family, take very seriously, having prepared for it for an entire year.

There are too many guests coming and going today, and it's really not suitable to cause too much disturbance. If you come back tomorrow, my Tang Family guarantees cooperation. How does that sound?"

Han Zheng shook his head, "Family Head Tang, we are not targeting you, but this demon has struck in Kai Ping Prefecture before and has even killed my fellow officers from the Demon Cleansing Bureau.

Even the disappearance of hundreds from the Prefecture is related to it, which is not a small matter.

Today there are so many guests at the Tang household, can you guarantee that none of them are connected to the demons?

Therefore, the matter must be resolved today, and a thorough investigation is required for everyone currently at Yunhe Manor."

Tang Heyan's expression turned slightly sinister, "Mr. Han, is there really no room for discussion in this matter? The dead are people from my Tang Family; can we not just refrain from investigating?"

"Any matter related to demons is the affair of the Demon Cleansing Bureau.

The Demon Cleansing Bureau does not need to discuss its actions with anyone. All you have to do is cooperate!"

Han Zheng unsheathed his Autumn Water Shocking Swallow sword, its blade exuding a cold Demonic Qi and Blood Slaughter.

Su Wuming held his Coiling Dragon Spear horizontally, ready at any moment to surge forward with blazing energy.

Today, Han Zheng took the lead, so there was still some room to argue with Tang Heyan.

Had it been Su Wuming in charge, there would've been much less talk.

Would they allow the search?

If not, they would have gone straight to battle, to take action and be done with it.

At this moment, noticing the commotion at the entrance, several guests from the manor also came out to curiously look on.

Among them was someone Han Zheng knew, Pang Wanchun from the Pang Family.

Seeing that it was Han Zheng, Pang Wanchun, waving his folding fan, laughed lightly, "Brother Han, the Tang Family is not like the ferocious Blood Wolf Thieves; why press them so hard?

Today is Old Master Tang's auspicious birthday celebration; such relentless pressure might not be appropriate, right?"

Pang Wanchun didn't get the upper hand over Han Zheng during their last encounter in Julong Cave.

Although he later found out it was a trap set by Chou Jingxiao, it would be strange if he held a good impression of Han Zheng.

Han Zheng scoffed, "Pang Wanchun, can you change your meddlesome nature? You almost got killed by Chou Jingxiao in Julong Cave last time; haven't you learned your lesson?"

Pang Wanchun's face instantly darkened.

Last time, he really didn't gain any advantage and ended up taking a beating.

"Pang Brother has a point, there's no need for your Demon Cleansing Bureau to disrupt Old Master Tang's birthday celebration just to investigate Demons, is there?

Moreover, with so many fellow members of the Martial World present, even if a Great Demon of the Xuan Gang Realm were to arrive, they wouldn't get away with it easily, so I don't understand what else your Demon Cleansing Bureau is investigating."

A young master with a handsome face and a dashing air stepped forward, leading a gorgeous and enchanting woman by the hand, righteously accusing Han Zheng.

"And who might you be?"

"Guiyuan Sword Pavilion, Yao Zijing!"

Ye Liuyun whispered from behind Han Zheng, "The Guiyuan Sword Pavilion is a major faction that has risen in the Southern Mountain in recent decades. Its Sect Leader, 'Guiyuan Sword Sect's' Yin Taiqing, is a Grandmaster at the peak of the Dan Sea Realm, just one step away from becoming a Yang God. At that time, the Guiyuan Sword Pavilion might even rival the Five Families and Seven Sects.

This Yao Zijing is Yin Taiqing's only Direct Disciple, said to be as dear to him as his own son. The woman by his side appears to be his fiancée, Ling Xian'er, who often accompanies him to various places. They are famously known as the fairy couple of the Southern Mountain's Martial World.

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It's said that in his youth, Yin Taiqing also received assistance from Tang Youde. That's probably why he sent his Direct Disciple to attend Tang Youde's birthday celebration today."

Han Zheng nodded slightly, staring at Yao Zijing and said coldly, "What is the Demon Cleansing Bureau investigating? We seek justice!

To you, the death of a servant may seem insignificant; the presence of a Demon may also seem insignificant.

So, what do you consider a serious matter? Is celebrating a birthday the only important event?

Today, the Demon Cleansing Bureau has come to the Tang household to investigate a Demon murdering someone. If you continue to obstruct us, I have reason to suspect you of colluding with Demons!"

Yao Zijing's expression changed, and he snorted coldly, "Stop throwing around baseless accusations!"

The guests of the Tang family were also abuzz, most of them pointing at Han Zheng, commenting on his tough stance and how he was disrespecting the host.

In reality, Han Zheng had no intention of giving the Tang family any face.

Yunhe Manor is less than fifty miles from Kai Ping Prefecture, which means it's practically under the Demon Cleansing Bureau's nose. What kind of tricks could they possibly play?

Moreover, it was the Tang family's own members who reported the case, so his investigation was well-justified.

Just then, an elderly voice rang out from within the manor.

"Let them in."

Tang Heyan snorted coldly, having no choice but to let Han Zheng and the others into Yunhe Manor.

In the hall, dressed in a golden robe embroidered with a white crane, holding a gold dragon-headed cane, Tang Youde had the kindly look of a benevolent and respectable elder.

Han Zheng bowed and said, "I was not aware that today was Old Master Tang's birthday, and we haven't brought any gifts. I wish you good health and a long life."

Tang Heyan glared fiercely at Han Zheng upon hearing this.

Tang Youde didn't seem to mind and just chuckled, "Mr. Han is too polite. It is my Tang family who has behaved thoughtlessly, causing the Demon Cleansing Bureau to be alarmed over a trivial matter."

Continuing, Tang Youde glanced at Tang Heyan, "Is this how you serve as the Family Head? You treat Jingyan poorly, and when her personal servant dies, you suppress the matter without giving any explanation? No wonder she sought justice from the Demon Department!

As a father, you can't show impartial care. As a Family Head, if you can't handle the family affairs clearly, you truly are useless!"

Tang Heyan couldn't raise his head to respond to Tang Youde's scolding and didn't dare to resist.

Tang Youde then turned to Tang Yanran with a kind smile, "Girl, don't be angry. Your father is indeed in the wrong this time. These servants have served the Tang family loyally for many years; how can they just die like this? If your father doesn't give you justice, your old ancestor will stand up for you."

But Tang Jingyan didn't show much gratitude, just pursed her lips and said, "Thank you, old ancestor."

Han Zheng watched the scene unfold but couldn't help sneering to himself.

Tang Youde's reputation was very good, even to the extent of being well-known throughout the entire Martial World of the Southern Mountain.

But a person can fake their public persona; they cannot fake it with their family.

If he truly acted fairly and stood up for his family, why would Tang Jingyan risk punishment from her clan to secretly seek the Demon Cleansing Bureau's intervention?

Because she knew that her venerable ancestor would never stand up for her!

Tang Youde then turned his attention back to Han Zheng, "Mr. Han, the truth is, after the servant died, the Tang family did not stand idly by.

Today is my birthday—how could I let a Demon wreak havoc within the Tang household?

So while outwardly it seemed my Tang family made no moves, in secret we have already thoroughly searched the entire household and did not find any trace of that Demon.

I suspect that it was some kind of wild creature from nearby mountains that came by, drained the blood and Qi, and then swiftly left the Tang household.

So, since you are here today, Mr. Han, it would be good for you to join the festivities.

Tomorrow, the disciples of my Tang family will also join in and assist the Demon Cleansing Bureau in searching for this Demon within dozens of miles around, ensuring that it doesn't escape. What do you think, Mr. Han?"

Tang Youde was all smiles as he looked hopefully at Han Zheng and the others.

PS: Yao Zijing is a character of the Alliance Hierarch, Mr. Yao.