I Become a Martial Arts God in the Chaotic Demon World

Han Zheng's face revealed a hint of coldness, clearly, this person was here to take sides.

Didn't he see Song Tianqing already burning his qi and blood in desperation?

"Swords and knives have no eyes, fists and feet have no feelings, am I not to strike ruthlessly, am I to wait to be killed by him?

Who are you, and what right do you have to meddle here?"

The middle-aged man said indifferently, "Vice Sect Leader Fei Zhengchun of Dan Yang Sect.

My Dan Yang Sect has elixir business with Cang Mountain Sword Sect, how can we sit by and watch a fellow from Cang Mountain Sword Sect get hurt?

Young man, it is normal for martial artists to spar and test each other.

But you have already gained the upper hand, and yet you still strike so ruthlessly, that's a bit too much.

The fellow from Cang Mountain Sword Sect is a comrade of the Martial World, not a demon; is there a need to drive him to death?"

Qi Sheng had just seen his own Vice Sect Leader Fei Zhengchun and hurriedly explained Song Tianqing's purpose and identity.

Once Fei Zhengchun heard this, he decided without hesitation to intervene and help.

Between the Demon Cleansing Department and Cang Mountain Sword Sect, Fei Zhengchun would definitely choose the Cang Mountain Sword Sect.

Dan Yang Sect is most famous for alchemy, but the Demon Cleansing Department wouldn't purchase the elixirs from Dan Yang Sect; they can produce their own.

The Cang Mountain Sword Sect, on the other hand, was truly a major client, and it was in Fei Zhengchun's interest to favor two disciples with promising futures from the inner door sect.

As for offending the Demon Cleansing Department, Fei Zhengchun wasn't afraid.

Because what he was offending wasn't the Demon Cleansing Department, but just Han Zheng.

Han Zheng, a mere team leader, even if he wore the Gold Pattern Armor, had no right to represent the Demon Cleansing Department.

Moreover, the Demon Cleansing Department was extremely short-staffed and simply lacked the power to deal with other sects and noble families.

Even when Chen Baxian was there, taking action against other sects and families required an excuse.

Unjust killings were easy to condemn and could provoke the entire Martial World of Southern Mountain to unite against them.

Thus, Fei Zhengchun was fearless; he was merely taking sides.

Even if the young man before him had some backing, the Demon Cleansing Department had no reason to trouble him.

Plus, Qi Sheng had also mentioned that Han Zheng was a newcomer at the Demon Cleansing Department and had no significant background.

"Dan Yang Sect, is it? I'll remember that."

Han Zheng sneered and took Ye Liuyun with him as they turned to leave.

Song Tianqing and the others had the backing of martial artists from the Xuan Gang Realm here, so it was indeed not feasible to confront them here, and continuing to linger was pointless.

The onlookers who had been enjoying the show sighed inwardly when they saw there was no more excitement.

In the contests between martial artists, a win is a win, and a loss is a loss.

Fei Zhengchun's sudden intervention was quite unsportsmanlike and shameful.

Lin Qing frowned and said to Song Tianqing in a low voice, "You were a bit impulsive, it was okay when you lost to Han Zheng before when everyone was merely disciples from lower-tier martial arts halls, and winning or losing didn't matter.

But now you are an inner door disciple of Cang Mountain Sword Sect, and today you lost to someone from the Demon Cleansing Department; when we return to Cang Mountain Sword Sect, people will certainly talk."

In the Cang Mountain Sword Sect, Lin Qing and Song Tianqing were allies; if Song Tianqing was in trouble, he too would struggle to stand alone.

"I didn't lose!"

Ultimately, Song Tianqing hadn't fled or admitted defeat; the contest had been interrupted by Fei Zhengchun, so naturally, it couldn't be considered a loss.

Lin Qing shook his head, "Whether you lost or not, so many people were watching; it isn't up to you to decide.

Moreover, as an inner door disciple of Cang Mountain Sword Sect, if you don't win a dispute with outsiders, then it's considered a loss."

Song Tianqing's expression darkened upon hearing this.

Losing to Han Zheng once was manageable, but losing to him a second time was something he couldn't quite accept.

At that moment, Fei Zhengchun approached and asked, "Are you alright, young friend Song?"

Song Tianqing managed a forced smile, "I'm fine."

Lin Qing smiled and thanked him with a bow, "Thank you, Senior Fei, for your help. Han Zheng was aggressive, and we had no choice but to confront him."

Fei Zhengchun chuckled, "No need for thanks. The people from the Demon Cleansing Department are notoriously aggressive and arrogant; we are used to it.

Yet as domineering as the Demon Cleansing Department might be, they still have to act reasonably. Resorting to lethal measures during a usual competition conflict is far too cruel."

"I heard Qi Sheng say that the Cang Mountain Sword Sect needs to purchase elixirs?"

Lin Qing nodded, "Previously, my Cang Mountain Sword Sect purchased elixirs in Huainan, but you also know about the recent events there, so the sect instructed us to go down the mountain and find another stable supplier of elixirs. That's why we asked Brother Qi, and he mentioned that the Dan Yang Sect is predominantly focused on the Alchemy Dao, so we planned on cooperating with them."

A delighted look crossed Fei Zhengchun's face, "Of course, there's no problem. I won't boast about other things, but when it comes to Alchemy Dao, our Dan Yang Sect is quite famous in Kai Ping Prefecture. We can provide all kinds of low-level spirit pills as long as Cang Mountain Sword Sect requests them. Intermediate-level spirit pills do take some effort, but with good materials, it won't be a problem."

At this, Qi Sheng interjected, "Why not have Brother Lin and Brother Song stay with our Dan Yang Sect for a few days this evening? It would be a good opportunity for you to witness the prowess of our Dan Yang Sect in Alchemy."

Fei Zhengchun sharply glared at Qi Sheng, apologizing with a smile, "My young friends, it's really inconvenient to visit our Dan Yang Sect right now. Our Sect Leader is currently in seclusion for Alchemy, and the cauldron is active, which means the entire sect must not be disturbed by external forces, or else problems may arise. How about this? You list out whatever elixirs the Cang Mountain Sword Sect needs, and I'll bring over samples tomorrow for you to see. What do you think?"

Lin Qing hadn't planned to stay at the Dan Yang Sect anyway. Under everyone's watch, they had lost to Han Zheng, which was quite a blow to their pride, and he was eager to leave Kai Ping Prefecture as soon as possible. "Let's do as Elder Fei suggests."

Fei Zhengchun cheerfully left with Qi Sheng. As they descended the stairs, Qi Sheng asked with some confusion, "Uncle Master, why don't we let Brother Song and Brother Lin stay at our sect for a few days to foster closer relations?"

"Don't ask what you shouldn't!" snapped Fei Zhengchun, his face suddenly stern, "When did you have the right to speak here? If you dare make decisions for me again, forget alchemy. You can go chop wood in the firewood room!"

Qi Sheng's face went pale, and he quickly begged for forgiveness, "Please forgive me, Uncle Master. I won't dare again." Burning wood at the Dan Yang Sect wasn't as simple as cooking; it meant chopping various materials for alchemy day and night, constantly feeding the furnace—he uttered it was a truly backbreaking task.

Upstairs, Guo Zhen apologized sincerely to Song Tianqing and Lin Qing, "Brother Song, Brother Lin, I'm sorry for causing this trouble and embarrassing you. I really should die."

Guo Zhen was also uneasy in his heart. He hadn't known about the longstanding grievances between Song Tianqing and Han Zheng back in Black Stone County and genuinely thought he was mostly to blame for the loss to Han Zheng, worried that it might affect Song Tianqing.

Lin Qing, putting on a magnanimous air, patted Guo Zhen's shoulder and said with a smile, "What are you talking about, Brother Guo? We consider you a friend, and naturally, we can't just stand by when a friend is insulted. You must have realized we all originated from Black Stone County and even started our Martial Arts journey in the same Martial Arts Hall. Han Zheng is a sly and ruthless person, quick to take revenge. We disliked him even during our time at the hall. Now that he is with you at the Demon Cleansing Bureau, you must be careful, Brother Guo."

With a few words, Lin Qing not only made Guo Zhen feel indebted but also deepened his hatred for Han Zheng. "Hmm! Han Zheng has just joined the Demon Cleansing Bureau and is already so arrogant and dismissive—it's infuriating! It's only because Chen Zhenfu has taken eighty percent of our forces to Huainan, including some of the promising young talents. If not, Han Zheng wouldn't have gotten the chance to be so arrogant. Don't worry, Brother Song, once I find an opportunity, I will definitely seek revenge for you. Does Han Zheng really think the Demon Cleansing Bureau is easy to deal with? He'll learn his lesson soon enough!"

After placating Guo Zhen and sending him away, Song Tianqing scoffed, "Playing the good guy suits you."

Lin Qing smiled faintly, "What else could we do? Actually get mad at Guo Zhen? Although he's not much of a person, he does have connections in Kai Ping Prefecture. Besides, he's a member of the Demon Cleansing Bureau, so stirring up some trouble for Han Zheng there wouldn't hurt. My father always said not to make too many enemies. When you have more friends, you naturally have fewer enemies. Who knows? Next time we meet, Guo Zhen might just take care of Han Zheng for you."

Song Tianqing looked deeply at Lin Qing, suddenly finding him a bit sinister. Ever since joining the Cang Mountain Sword Sect, he had fought his way through, making numerous enemies within the Inner Door. That was just his nature—his attacks were fierce and merciless, an aspect of himself he recognized and had no intention of changing. But Lin Qing, always scheming behind the scenes, rarely took action himself and managed to maintain a good reputation. Everyone spoke of how gentle and magnanimous he was, doing things flawlessly and being far more popular than Song Tianqing.

The only consolation was that he hadn't been on the losing end by aligning with Lin Qing so far. It was just that he worried what might happen the day Lin Qing decided he no longer needed their partnership—would he then scheme against Song himself?