276: Seven-day deadline

Yunzhou Demon Suppression Division, Demon Suppression Hall.

A woman stood in front of the Pacification Envoy's seat, her figure tall and slender, with skin like ice and bones like jade, her features as if painted, exuding a heroic and cool demeanor.

It was Fu Yunxuan.

In the main hall, Commander Zuo, Shen Commander, Sun Commander, Dynasty, Ma Han, Zhao Hu, and other high-ranking officials of the Demon Suppression Division were all present.

There were more than twenty Transcendents, which was the strength of the Yunzhou Demon Suppression Division after half a year of development, utilizing resources left by Chu Jiang, various Heaven And Earth Treasures, and even the demon refining liquid from tens of thousands of demons.

Seven Divine Power Realm cultivators.

One Faxiang Realm cultivator.

"Lord Fu, recently, in the Yunzhou Thirteen Prefectures, in various prefectures and counties, a large number of corpses have mysteriously disappeared. Even newly buried people have been dug out from their coffins!"

"It has now been confirmed that this is the work of a newly emerging demonic force in Yun Province, Corpse Mountain."

Zhao Hu cupped his hands and said.

"Corpse Mountain, its specific location is still under investigation."

Sun Commander said in a deep voice, "This Corpse Mountain was relatively well-behaved at first, but now it's not only targeting corpses but also living people."

They had dealt with Corpse Mountain before. This demonic force was not a native demon, and its strength was formidable. There had been over thirty reported cases of Corpse Demons of Spirit Rank and above.

They could only have migrated from another province.

Shen Commander also stepped forward and said, "Recently, a large number of Jianghu sects have reported that Disciples within their sects have mysteriously disappeared, including those from the neighboring Si Province. It's currently unclear who is responsible, but I estimate it's closely related to this newly emerging demonic force."

He looked at Fu Yunxuan on the platform, feeling quite emotional. This girl had only been by Chu Jiang's side for a few months, yet her growth was astonishing, and she could now stand on her own.

Alas, he just didn't know when Chu Jiang would return.

Several high-ranking officials knew that Chu Jiang was not dead, and his Soul imprint had been growing stronger recently.

This was a good sign.

Perhaps he would return after some time.

Fu Yunxuan raised her delicate eyebrows slightly and said slowly, "It should be Earth Fiend Hall. A while ago, I fought with a Hall Master of Earth Fiend Hall and injured him."

Commander Zuo nodded, "Now that the Yun Province Earth Fiend Hall has been reorganized, they will definitely choose a new partner. Corpse Mountain's powerful strength will surely make them their first choice."

Just then.

Sounds came from outside the hall.

"You can't go in!"

"Go away, go away! How dare you block even our Director Huang? What an unseeing thing!"

Thump, thump, thump!

Two people dressed in luxurious clothes walked into the main hall. One was thin and hunched over, while the other was slightly plump, with arrogant and haughty eyes.

"It's these two guys again!"

Everyone's expressions were not good.

The fat man was Huang Yuan, the head of the Yun Province Reform Office. The thin man was Huang Yuan's servant, Lu Guan, currently the head of the inspection department of the Yun Province Reform Office.

Ever since Prince Jin became Supervisor, the Yun Province Reform Office was officially established. Although it had gone through several upheavals, it still could not be stopped.

They had only been here for a short time, yet they had already thrown Yun Province into chaos.

"This is where the Yunzhou Demon Suppression Division holds discussions. You are not welcome!"

Sun Commander said with a gloomy Face.

"Sun Commander, you're wrong. The Yun Province Reform Office and the Yunzhou Demon Suppression Division are one entity. What's wrong with me coming to take a look? You can't guard against me like a thief!"

Huang Yuan said with a faint smile, "Besides, as the head of the Yun Province Reform Office, I have the right to supervise you."

Lu Guan also shouted, "My master is a royal relative. Coming to Yun Province is giving you Face. Don't be ungrateful!"

Shen Commander forced a smile and said, "Lord Huang, if you have something, how about we discuss it later? Our Demon Suppression Division still has important matters to resolve."

As Prince Jin's confidant, Huang Yuan was sent to Yun Province for his position and was highly valued by Prince Jin, so it was not good to completely offend him.

"What important matters? I think they are all excuses. Can they be more important than our Director Huang's matters?" Lu Guan retorted. Where do they get so many important matters? They always use this excuse when they come.

Slap!

With a wave in the Void Realm, a loud slap echoed in the main hall.

"Shut up! The affairs of the Yunzhou Demon Suppression Division are not for an outsider like you to interject!" Fu Yunxuan said coldly, her beautiful eyebrows like frost.

"Ah--"

"Yo yo yo~"

Lu Guan grimaced in pain, frantically covering his Face.

"Director Huang, you said the two divisions are one entity, yet this guy still dares to talk about who is more important. This Commander will discipline him for you, lest he cause you trouble in the future."

"Speak, what is it!"

Huang Yuan was annoyed to see his subordinate being hit, but he didn't flare up on the spot. To complete the task assigned by Prince Jin, he would endure it for a few more days.

Stinky woman, in the future, I will make you pay a bloody price.

He calmed himself down and continued:

"This time, I've come with Prince Jin's order. Please, Commander Fu, complete the following points as soon as possible!"

"First, all Demon Suppression Guards who have been dispatched to various prefectures and counties must be recalled to the Demon Suppression Division and are not allowed to remain in the local areas!"

"Second, reduce the quota of Yun Province Demon Suppression Guards. There can only be a maximum of five thousand people, not one more. As for who stays and who leaves, I presume Commander Fu knows better than I do!"

"Third, the treatment of Yun Province Demon Suppression Guards is too high and must be lowered."

"Fourth, the cloud sea chart can be retained!"

"Fifth, anyway, all reforms of the Yunzhou Demon Suppression Division, from today onwards, are to be completely halted and cannot continue. I only give you a deadline of seven days!"

Huang Yuan listed them methodically, not entirely negating the Yunzhou Demon Suppression Division, making some concessions.

The concept of the cloud sea chart was indeed good and could enhance control.

"What!"

"Lord Huang, don't go too far!"

The people in the hall were furious. The reforms they had painstakingly spread were completely denied by his single sentence.

Now that demons were rising again in Yun Province, and the situation was turbulent, withdrawing the Demon Suppression Guards would only make the local areas more chaotic.

"Everyone, don't get excited!"

"I am merely conveying His Highness Prince Jin's wishes, and I've given you seven days to prepare. I'm already being kind!"

Huang Yuan said with a light laugh.

Then he looked at Fu Yunxuan again and kindly advised, "Commander Fu, don't make things difficult for me either. Prince Jin is not denying Yun Province's achievements, but rather wants you to obey the overall situation. Reforms will be rolled out at an opportune time after Prince Jin ascends the throne, but not now!"

Lu Guan also chimed in, "Prince Jin is now the Supervisor, the future Chu Emperor. Are you planning a rebellion or something!"

"I advise you all to carry out your duties as soon as possible. What does it matter if the common people suffer a few more days? When Prince Jin ascends the throne in a few years, he will surely clear the world!"

These high-ranking officials of the Yunzhou Demon Suppression Division had their brains rusted. Instead of currying favor with Prince Jin, they chose to protect the common people.

In his opinion, even if hundreds of thousands or millions of common people died, what did it matter? As long as no nobles or aristocratic families died, it would be fine.

"Director Huang, I already know your intention. See them out!"

Fu Yunxuan's eyes were indifferent.

"Please!"

Ma Han made a gesture to expel them.

"Hmph!"

Huang Yuan did not linger either, and flung his sleeves, leaving the Demon Suppression Hall.

"Master, wait for me!"

Lu Guan immediately scurried after him.

But a moment later.

He returned.

"Oh, right, my master said that two Golden Core Realm officials from the Reform Office, who were on duty outside, were suspected of being captured by demons. Please, Commander Fu, help rescue them!"

After saying that.

He ran off without looking back.

Fearing that Fu Yunxuan would slap him again.

"Ah-- Bastard!"

Commander Zuo was furious.

The Great Chu Dynasty would perish at the hands of these people. Those from the Reform Office, you actually went to a brothel for official business and got captured by demons, and now you want the Demon Suppression Division to find them.

On one hand, they want to withdraw all Demon Suppression Guards from various prefectures and counties, and on the other hand, they want to reduce the quota of Demon Suppression Guards.

"It's fine, ignore him. Everything remains as before!"

"I will bear all consequences!"

Fu Yunxuan said indifferently. She would not allow her Lord's achievements to be destroyed or stolen by anyone.

"I have already contacted the Royal Capital Demon Suppression Division. They will not stand idly by on this matter and have already agreed to send a special envoy!"

Hearing Fu Yunxuan's words, everyone felt a little more at ease.

...

On the other side.

The Void Realm whistled.

Chu Jiang had just learned of a dozen small demon dens and a few medium-sized demon lairs from the Desolate StatePacification Envoy. He was now crossing the border of Desolate State on his way to Liusha in Fire Province.

Fire Province is adjacent to Yun Province. After dealing with that Heaven-Level Demon, he would just return directly to Yun Province.