Slay the cannibals, evil deeds, three hundred!
When Feng Bingwen's demon-slaying sword swept across the county town beneath his feet, slicing open the neck of a person dressed in fine silk and satin, the record that appeared in the Heavenly Book made his only worry vanish without a trace.
Throughout the history of human development, scenes similar to what he was seeing had played out countless times, and even more tragic scenes had occurred before.
For people living in a prosperous era, the idea of exchanging children to eat is too far-fetched, and some might even question whether such a horrific event could possibly happen.
Feng Bingwen had similar doubts, but when he witnessed the scenes that were beyond what ordinary people could accept, he was filled with anger and boundless killing intent.
During famine years, when food is scarce and hunger drives people to look at things they would never normally pay attention to—grass roots, tree bark, even soil. But some people will turn their attention to their fellow human beings.
Driven by the need to survive, even the most cowardly person dares to step into taboo territory—Feng Bingwen, who has never truly experienced hunger, cannot really understand the feeling of abandoning everything for a bite of food.
He couldn't understand, couldn't comprehend, and couldn't accept that when people abandon morality, emotions, and self-worth, and live only to survive, can they still be called human?
Feng Bingwen neither knew nor wanted to think about it. He simply raised the sword that was meant to slay the demons and then slashed at the buyers who were selecting vegetables in the county market.
He only looked at the first record that appeared in the Heavenly Book, and then stopped looking at it. He didn't pay attention to whether his actions had brought him bad karma.
Even if there were, Feng Bingwen didn't care anymore. After all, the Heavenly Book recognized his actions, even if it was only a part of them. His good deeds were the best proof.
When immortals wield their swords against mortals, even if it's only a part of them, it's still a complete massacre. As blood spreads throughout the county, the survivors scream and shout in terror.
Perhaps at this moment, there might be some people driven to madness by hunger who are eyeing the corpses lying on the ground, after all, to some extent, they are a kind of meat.
But it's estimated that it won't be long before the people of this county are able to figure out why these people suddenly collapsed and became corpses.
Feng Bingwen didn't expect much else; he only hoped that the bloodshed would deter those suffering from famine and make them uphold the last vestige of humanity.
Perhaps some people will still disagree and try to step into the forbidden territory again, but by then Feng Bingwen will be powerless. He has done everything he can. Whether it is famine or food, it is not something he can solve. He is just an ordinary human immortal.
When Feng Bingwen left the county town, it had become extremely quiet. Although Feng Bingwen had only killed a very small number of people, when everything returned to calm, the rest of the people lost their ability to speak, their eyes were glazed, and they didn't even know what to do.
"This is outrageous!"
The moment Feng Bingwen swung his killing sword, a voice filled with disappointment and frustration echoed within him, almost without ceasing for a moment.
Even if you can't stand it, you can't do this!
"If you can't stand it anymore and do nothing, it's even more unbearable!"
Feng Bingwen smiled, in a very good mood. He had just secretly glanced at the Heavenly Book again. Judging from the increase in good deeds, the Heavenly Book seemed to approve of his behavior. Although he didn't know what its criteria were, it should be in line with his beliefs.
"Why won't you listen to advice, you brat!"
The Five Elements Heavenly Wheel was furious.
Although he was given the responsibility of protecting the Dao, his protective immortal artifact could only defend the Supreme Dao Child from external threats. He could only offer verbal advice regarding the Dao Child's words and actions, and had no right to interfere with his behavior.
After all, he was just a celestial artifact. Even if he was sentient and possessed intelligence no less than that of humans, he was still essentially just an object. As an object, he could only be used with permission. When Feng Bingwen wanted to suppress him, he had no power to do so.
"I am young and full of vigor, so let me indulge myself just this once!"
Feng Bingwen smiled nonchalantly, but his expression quickly returned to solemnity. The various tragedies unfolding on this barren land beneath his feet made it difficult for him to maintain a cheerful mood.
"Huh!"
Feng Bingwen, who was flying through the sky, suddenly stopped.
He arrived above a large city. Perhaps because of its strategic location, the city had granaries and other places to store grain. Although most of the pedestrians looked hungry, they were still in good condition. At least there were no so-called "vegetable people" in the market.
Of course, none of these are the most important things. The most important thing is that Feng Bingwen discovered that the incense in the temple had not dissipated, and that there were deities collecting the incense.
fantuantanshu.
"It seems the situation hasn't deteriorated to the point of no return!"
Upon discovering the presence of deities in a nearby city that was likely at the county level, even Feng Bingwen couldn't help but smile.
Because he had finally found someone to whom he could inquire about information. What could he possibly know by asking those ordinary people who were struggling in the disaster? Only beings at a certain level could possibly know the hidden details and root causes of this great disaster.
"A disciple of the Supreme Dao has come to pay a visit. Is the City Emperor here? May I have the honor of seeing him?"
Feng Bingwen descended from the clouds, concealing his form in the eyes of mortals, and stepped into the main hall of the temple. Looking up at the majestic and solemn statue, he asked a question.
"A disciple of the Supreme Dao?"
A questioning voice rang out, and then divine light emerged from the statue of the City God and the statue of the Judge of Literature beside the City God statue. The originally stiff body began to soften, and the texture of flesh and blood appeared.
However, this scene was not visible to the ordinary people who came to the City God Temple to offer incense. In their eyes, the statues in the temple were still the same as before. Only a very few people felt that the statues seemed to have become somewhat more lifelike, but that was all.
"Exactly!"
Feng Bingwen cupped his hands in greeting.
Do you have any proof?
Judge Wen looked the Taoist priest, who appeared to be under the age of 18, up and down, his eyes filled with doubt, wariness, and a hint of expectation.
"certificate?"
Feng Bingwen frowned slightly, then smiled. A magnificent aura surged forth, vanished in an instant, as if it were an illusion.
However, the judge in front of him kept flickering, his body seemingly like a small boat about to capsize in a storm, which indicated that what had just happened was not an illusion.
Is this proof sufficient?
Feng Bingwen smiled and looked at the judge standing on the altar. His divine body had stabilized and recovered from the impact of that magnificent aura.
Feng Bingwen did have proof of his status as a disciple of the Supreme Dao, but that was for other disciples of the same immortal sect to see. It wasn't that Feng Bingwen looked down on this subordinate official of the prefectural city emperor; even if he took out the proof, he wouldn't be able to determine its authenticity. In comparison, it would be more appropriate for him to demonstrate his own strength.
"I was unaware of your arrival, Your Excellency. I apologize for not being able to greet you properly. I will go and inform the City Emperor immediately!"
Although he had recovered from the shock, the judge still looked at Feng Bingwen with undisguised fear in his eyes. This was the most powerful cultivator he had ever seen since becoming a deity of incense offerings. Although he had heard of him before, he finally knew it now.
"There's no need for the title of 'Immortal,' but I hope that Judge will inform you as soon as possible. I have many doubts in my mind as I travel along the way!"
"Hold on!"
As soon as he finished speaking, without waiting for Feng Bingwen's response, the once lively statue returned to its original cold and stiff state, though its solemn and dignified aura remained largely unchanged.
Feng Bingwen did not wait long in the temple. Soon, accompanied by divine music, a golden rainbow broke through the void and spread out in front of Feng Bingwen. A group of priests surrounded a towering deity who was several meters tall, appearing in front of Feng Bingwen. The bright yellow divine light was vast and filled the temple.
"Feng Bingwen, a disciple of the Supreme Dao, greets Your Majesty the City Emperor!"
Seeing this grand display, Feng Bingwen observed proper etiquette and bowed respectfully.
"So you are a master from the Supreme Immortal Sect. I am Gao Shitian. I have failed to greet you properly. Please forgive me, Immortal Master!"
Although Feng Bingwen's attitude was very proper, the county magistrate did not dare to be negligent in the slightest. He raised his hand slightly, offered a gesture of support, and gave his secular name in response.
"Your Majesty, you flatter me. Please do not find me, a humble man from the mountains, unwelcoming and disturbing!"
"What are you saying, Immortal Master?"
The atmosphere at their first meeting was extremely peaceful, much like Feng Bingwen had expected. There was almost no chance of conflict between the Immortal Path and the Divine Path.
"I heard that the Immortal Master has something he wishes to ask you. May I ask what it is?"
"It is precisely this severe drought that is currently plaguing us. Does the City Emperor know the reason for it?"
"I know a little bit about it!"
The city emperor remained silent for a moment, then slowly replied.
"Please inform us, Your Majesty!"
Feng Bingwen's eyes lit up. Although he had already notified his sect, given the extent of its decline in members, he didn't know when they would be able to send anyone to handle the matter.
He can investigate beforehand, then trace the matter back to its source and resolve it cleanly and efficiently. Even if he can't be the main force, he can still get some assists and earn some credit, which shouldn't be a problem.
"Is the Supreme Immortal Sect also interested in this matter?"
A hint of doubt appeared in the eyes of the City God, and the question he asked reflected the prejudice that most cultivators held against the Supreme Dao.
"Your Majesty, what are you saying?"
Feng Bingwen was both amused and exasperated.
"But as far as I know, aren't the disciples of the Supreme Dao Sect always detached from worldly affairs?"
"This is a misconception. Besides, even if my Supreme Dao is transcendent, it is still a Dao sect of the human race. Such a big thing has happened in Donghua Continent. As a disciple of the Supreme Dao and a human cultivator, how can I ignore it?"
Feng Bingwen asked with a smile.
"Please, Immortal Master, accompany me to the Dharma Hall!"
After listening to Feng Bingwen's words, the City God sized up Feng Bingwen, then slightly stepped aside to make way for him, inviting Feng Bingwen to his domain.
"please!"
Feng Bingwen was not polite. Even though it was his first time meeting this city emperor and he didn't even know his background, and the surrounding area was a bit strange, he still dared to remain calm and enter his domain as agreed.
Nothing more than high skill and daring!
Of course, the most crucial thing is that he has a magical artifact protecting him. Even if there is any problem, it can still save his life.
Seeing Feng Bingwen's posture, the various high-ranking officials surrounding the city emperor exchanged glances, their eyes filled with unreadable expressions.
Leaving aside the various wonderful sights within the City Emperor's domain, Feng Bingwen followed the City Emperor's guidance and took his seat in his Dharma Hall.
"Does the immortal master wish to inquire about the drought?"
"Indeed, when I first saw it, I tried to use my supernatural powers to expand my domain, but after some attempts, I found that I was powerless and my magic was too weak to save the people here from their suffering!"
"Immortal Master is joking. For such a disaster, if we want to force rain, I'm afraid only the Emperor can do it!"
Upon hearing Feng Bingwen's words, the county emperor was somewhat amused and exasperated. To think that one could use magic to unleash supernatural powers and reverse the weather of this place required a certain level of cultivation.
"Therefore, to solve the drought, we must find the root cause; only in this way can we achieve twice the result with half the effort."
"That's not bad, but I'm afraid I can't offer a good answer!"
"Doesn't Lord City Emperor know something about this?"
"It's just some speculation!"
"I would like to hear the details!"
"Hanba!"
The emperor of the county seat had a serious expression, and his words carried a hint of solemnity.
"I suspect that a drought demon has been unleashed, wreaking havoc and running rampant!"
"Do you have any evidence?"
Feng Bingwen frowned and asked. He had certainly guessed that it was such a ferocious creature, but finding the source of this great disaster was not a matter of guessing; there had to be evidence.
"Immortal Master requires evidence, which is putting me in a difficult position. I am merely a minor city lord. If I had truly encountered a drought demon, I fear I would not have had the chance to sit here and communicate with you!"
"It was I who didn't think it through!"
Feng Bingwen smiled somewhat embarrassedly, realizing that it was indeed a bit difficult to ask a county-level emperor to produce evidence of the drought demon's rampage.
"However, when the disaster first spread, I went out to investigate and saw some extremely terrifying things from afar. After that investigation, I never stepped out of the City Emperor's Domain again. It was only because the Immortal Master came to visit today that I came out to see him!"
The county magistrate didn't seem to care about these things, but instead brought up another matter. Upon hearing this, Feng Bingwen immediately became interested and quickly pressed for details.
"May I ask what horrific thing you witnessed, sir?"
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