Chapter 613

Those who had been stunned and hadn't noticed Jiang Han's name.

Only after hearing the words "Cangwu Mountain" did they suddenly recall something.

Their pupils shrank violently as they stared at Jiang Han as if seeing a ghost!

Even the Third Protector, this Vast Manifestation True Lord, was no exception!

His lips trembled as he whispered: "You… you're from the Jiang family?"

Now, at last, he realized that recruiting the Blood Demon was nothing but inviting a wolf into the house!

Sending the Blood Demon to Cangwu City to gather intelligence was a grave mistake!

Who could have imagined that this infamous Blood Demon, hunted everywhere across several prefectures, was actually from the Cangwu Jiang family?!

Immediately, the answers once shrouded in mist became crystal clear!

All their doubts were resolved in this very moment!

The Third Protector turned again to Jiang Xiaobai; observing his appearance and recalling an old rumor, he instantly guessed the man's true identity.

This man was none other than the mysterious Vast Manifestation who had once crushed the governor of Yanling Prefecture, Gu Zheng, with a single blow!

At this moment, as all the Teaching Envoys were stunned by the Blood Demon's true identity, they couldn't help but recall the tyrannical deeds of the Jiang Patriarch.

His brutal habit of exterminating entire families was nearly indistinguishable from demonic ways!

Thinking of this, their expressions suddenly turned peculiar.

For the fact that the Blood Demon was from the Cangwu Jiang family, they actually found it perfectly reasonable.

After all, birds of a feather flock together.

With such a family tradition, no wonder the Blood Demon surpassed his predecessors!

At this moment, seeing the unmistakable shock on everyone's faces,

Jiang Xiaobai gave a slight nod, unconcerned.

He merely said casually: "Today, I advise you not to entertain any more foolish schemes."

"Let me tell you a piece of news: several days ago, the Heavenly Demon Cult was already absorbed under the command of our Cangwu Jiang family; the Heavenly Demon Treasury has been opened, and the Soul Stone is now in the Patriarch's hands!"

"So, I needn't say more—you know what you must do, don't you?"

His voice was quiet, yet to their ears it rang like thunder, deafening and overwhelming!

In an instant, all faces turned ashen; they bowed their heads in silence.

They understood—everything was finished!

Their true spirits were already in the hands of the Jiang Patriarch; what could they possibly use to resist?!

And to think, even a single strong disciple sent by the Cangwu Jiang family was this terrifying—how immense must the Jiang Patriarch's power be?!

Clearly, for them to reclaim the Soul Stone before such a power was utterly impossible!

After all, better to live in shame than die with honor; as long as the green mountains remain, firewood will never run out…

Realizing this, the Teaching Envoys raised their heads again and looked toward Jiang Han.

Their lives and fortunes rested entirely in his hands; how could they dare show the slightest carelessness?

Thus, all bowed low, pressing their foreheads to the ground, and spoke in solemn tones:

"Please, when you return to Qingshan, convey to the Jiang Patriarch that he need not worry—we will spare no effort in aiding the Lord of the Cult, even unto death!"

Even as they spoke, they forced themselves to comfort their hearts.

Since we've come, we might as well make peace with it.

Having already decided to join the Cangwu Jiang family,

Is this not, in truth, stepping onto a brighter, grander path?

With the Cangwu Jiang family as our patron, our Earth Demon—no, the Heavenly Demon Cult—has a truly promising future!

Seeing the atmosphere reverse completely, the Teaching Envoys abandoned all dignity as Sunwheel Realm cultivators, their faces twisted with flattery as they began humbly inquiring after Jiang Han's well-being.

Jiang Xiaobai knew his master's mission had been accomplished.

He had no desire to linger; he casually told the Third Protector: "Let's go."

Hearing this, the Third Protector understood the tide had turned; he sighed and helplessly replied: "As you command."

Then, with a meaningful glance at the Teaching Envoys, he said: "After I leave, you must earnestly assist the Lord of the Cult…"

With that, he immediately followed Jiang Xiaobai away.

Only when Jiang Xiaobai and the Third Protector's figures vanished inside the Annihilation Heaven Hall,

Did all the Teaching Envoys grow tense, drenched in cold sweat, daring not even to breathe, waiting for Jiang Han to speak.

Jiang Han swept his gaze across them, his eyes passing over every face.

Then, facing them, he ordered: "My identity is top secret—you must not reveal it to anyone. Do you understand?"

For safety's sake, only these Teaching Envoys and the Third Protector may know his true identity—no one else must ever learn of it!

As for the rest of the cult members, it suffices that they know he is the Blood Demon and that he is allied with the Cangwu Jiang family.

"We understand!"

Without hesitation, they all hurried to agree.

At this point, not only were they willing to conceal his identity,

Even if he asked them to climb a mountain of blades or walk through fire, they had no choice but to obey.

After all, if even a hint of displeasure reached the Jiang Patriarch's ears,

All of them would suffer!

Seeing their swift and decisive agreement, Jiang Han nodded in satisfaction.

Remembering the Patriarch's instructions,

He immediately prepared to assign one of the Teaching Envoys to handle the relocation of the family members within the cult.

All that was needed was for the other party to bring these clansmen near Cangwu City.

Then the clansmen left stationed there could take over and bring them back into Cangwu Mountain!

And after handling these matters, the main goals left waiting for him were only two.

The first was to continuously cultivate using the Huang Quan Demonic Art, strengthening his own cultivation base.

Only in this way could he meet the challenges of the future!

He did not wish to let down the expectations of the Clan Chief, my lord!

The second was to develop and restore the Heavenly Demon Sect to its former glory.

Let it grow strong and in turn nourish the clan!

Two months later.