37: Its foundation is so deep, you can't see the bottom at all!

"This humble Prison Official Xue Hai greets Lord Si Kou!"

Not far away, a burly man of medium build with a full beard approached with over a dozen Prison Guards.

Good heavens!

Among this group, the weakest were all at the Mortal Transformation Realm Eighth Layer!

There were three at the Vajra Realm, and the leader, Xue Hai, was already a master at the Vajra Realm Third Layer!

"Truly worthy of being the second layer of the Purgatory Division!"

The strength of the guards here was immeasurably greater than on the first layer!

And this was only the second layer. What about the third, fourth, and fifth layers below?

Such profound depths!

Truly unfathomable!!!

Shen Tianxing was not surprised at all. His appointment as Chief Punisher must have already been communicated to all parts of the first and second layers.

Besides carrying out executions, the Chief Punisher also had supervisory responsibilities over the first and second layers, wielding even greater power!!!

"No need for formalities. Find me a solitary cell; a major criminal needs to be incarcerated."

This Daoist Youquan was not simple; he was not only proficient in the Dao of observing the heavens and divination, but his Divine Soul was also incredibly powerful. If one was not careful, people could be ensnared.

If something major happened because of it, it would be troublesome.

It was more reassuring for him to personally escort the prisoner.

It was Xue Hai's first time dealing with Shen Tianxing, so he didn't know what to say.

"Sir, please follow me. I will personally lead you there."

It was his first time in the second layer of the prison, and he had no idea how large it was, so Shen Tianxing was happy to let Xue Hai lead the way.

Upon entering the prison area, Shen Tianxing felt an even denser Yin Sha Death Qi. However, with the Soul Sealing Chains suppressing the prisoners, it was impossible for them to escape, but their powerful auras were uncontrollably emanating.

Ordinary Cultivators here, let alone guarding them, would probably be scared to death!

Those who could remain here were all individuals with tenacious minds and powerful cultivation.

"This Lord Si Kou seems difficult to get along with..."

"Indeed, he personally escorts even a sealed Vajra Realm master. He doesn't trust us, does he?"

"Alas, Old Li was transferred, and the new Lord Si Kou's background is unknown, yet he managed to replace Old Li's position."

"I heard this Lord Si Kou is quite extraordinary. In the Mortal Transformation Realm, he single-handedly captured five Corpse Control Sect Disciples, and not long ago, he caught a Vajra Realm master from the Yin Soul Sect. His strength is remarkable; even the Demon and Monster Division and the Martial Suppression Division were fighting over him."

"Hiss... so it's him! He's truly formidable!"

Behind him, the faint sounds of the Prison Guards' guesses could be heard, but Shen Tianxing paid no attention.

This would be his territory from now on, and there would be plenty of time to interact.

Soon, they would be completely submissive!

Shen Tianxing escorted Daoist Youquan into an inconspicuous cell and activated the Seal within the cell.

On the second layer, the sealing power within the cells was stronger, especially for such cunning masters; no problems could be allowed to occur.

Daoist Youquan watched Shen Tianxing's retreating back, a hint of disdainful smile reappearing at the corner of his mouth.

"A mere pawn, you can't escape my grasp. I'll be out soon, hehehe..."

A damaged Cultivation Technique from the Heaven Mending Sect was useless.

However, it was a huge bait!

As long as he was interested, he would definitely come looking for him. At that time, his escape plan could proceed smoothly... "Sir, this prisoner..."

Xue Hai was a Prison Official here, and he was qualified to know some things.

Shen Tianxing didn't intend to hide everything. He smiled and nodded, saying, "This person is a master of the Heaven Mending Dao. A centurion from the Demon and Monster Division personally escorted him; his Divine Soul is powerful."

"During daily watch, you must pay extra attention to prevent anyone from being ensnared."

So that's how it is!

No wonder Shen Tianxing personally escorted him; he had misunderstood him.

Xue Hai cupped his hands and said, "Thank you, Sir, for clarifying. This humble official will take precautions."

Shen Tianxing waved his hand. With work matters resolved, there was no need to maintain a stiff demeanor.

That wasn't his style.

"No need to be polite. From now on, we are all brothers."

"I'm new here and still need a lot of your help, so don't be too distant."

"Oh, right, tonight I've invited the brothers from the first layer to drink at Osmanthus Tower. You all come too, let's have a good few drinks together."

Inviting them to Osmanthus Tower was a very effective move!

For these Prison Guards who dealt with prisoners all day, it was undoubtedly the best place to vent their pent-up frustrations.

It was also the fastest way to build good relationships with everyone!

Xue Hai looked surprised. He hadn't expected the Lord Si Kou, who had just been all business, to actually be one of them?

It seemed... having a new superior wasn't so bad after all, much better than Old Li, that stingy old man.

"I thank you on behalf of all the brothers, Sir. We will definitely be there tonight!"

Old Li was instantly forgotten!

The Prison Officials and Prison Guards in the Purgatory Division were also human. While on duty, they didn't live there constantly.

Aside from their daily shifts, they would find places to let loose.

Osmanthus Tower was undoubtedly the best place.

The Prison Guards from the first and second layers also knew each other, so their appearance together at the Osmanthus Tower's table didn't seem out of place.

Shen Tianxing's grasp of such matters was already perfected.

As soon as they sat down, they exchanged toasts and ate and drank together, creating a very joyful atmosphere.

"Tianxing, you rascal... good, you managed to integrate with Xue Hai and the others so quickly!"

"Even after going to the second layer, you haven't forgotten us brothers from the first layer. Come, let's down this drink!!!"

Wang Hu and the others were already a bit drunk, but they still clung to Shen Tianxing.

"Sir is elevating us, treating us... as brothers. From now on, Sir, just give the command."

Xue Hai was also an old hand and was happy to deal with someone like Shen Tianxing, who had strength and no airs.

People like them usually didn't have many friends.

In the past, after their shifts, they went their separate ways and rarely gathered.

"Alright, you've all had enough. Everyone go home! You still have duty tomorrow."

After seeing everyone off at the entrance of the restaurant, Shen Tianxing was about to leave.

At that moment, two merchants happened to come out of the building. Both were drunk and swayed as they walked.

If it were just that, Shen Tianxing wouldn't have paid attention.

But their conversation made him, who was about to leave, suddenly stop in his tracks.

"Alas... this trip to the Imperial City was truly perilous, *hic*... I encountered demons and ghost Cultivator masters several times... Even thousands of miles outside the Imperial City, there were still traces of demons and ghost Cultivators."

"What's that compared to me? I came from the Xingyan Imperial Dynasty, that was truly dangerous. I heard dozens of major city prisons were raided, with heavy casualties among soldiers and civilians, and corpses everywhere..."

"No wonder, no wonder masters from the Demon and Monster Division have been appearing frequently recently. So it's related to the prison raids..."

"Shh... keep your voice down. These matters don't concern us. Let's go, let's go."