If you were to ask Li Ming what his first impression was...
There was only one word.
black!
Even those who are extremely unlucky cannot compare to this by even a fraction.
This is the aura of calamity!
It was of unknown origin, yet it was immediately apparent that it was a deep, endless darkness.
"A calamity is brewing; a great era is about to begin!"
Li Ming stared intently at the scene.
Legend has it that whenever a great calamity occurs, a person destined to face it will be born.
Every person with great fortune can be considered a person destined for tribulation, among whom the most powerful are the emperors of each generation.
They reigned supreme for generations, and if it weren't for their every act of standing up, eight or nine out of ten living beings in the entire Xuanhuang Realm would have perished, and the world would have been plunged into chaos.
"Misfortune and calamity are always intertwined; this is how chaos breeds heroes..."
Li Ming gazed into the sky and saw countless tiny lights in all directions and at all corners of the world.
The light spots vary in size and intensity.
A sudden realization dawned on me.
Humans experience tribulations and fortunes, but the Xuanhuang Realm has existed since ancient times because the will of heaven and earth sensed the tribulation energy and generated great fortune, which led to the emergence of many secret realms, relics, and treasures that should not have appeared in the world.
He was fortunate enough to be born at the right time, occupying a place of great fortune, and successively received many inheritances.
"However, it seems that in the depths of the East China Sea, there is a person with great fortune whose light spot is significantly larger, a person favored by heaven and earth."
Li Ming couldn't help but start thinking.
There is naturally more than one person with great fortune, and there is also more than one person destined for calamity. They will cooperate or fight among themselves, and there are even those who fall into depravity.
And it's not just humans!
Deep in the East China Sea, it is unlikely that the inhabitants are human; they are more likely sea creatures or powerful dragons.
...
At this moment, in Haizhou City, at the Sky Patrol Division.
In a special, sealed room.
The Imperial Envoy Wu Cheng is recovering from his injuries and is also considering whether to seek an opportunity to advance further.
After experiencing the Lei Dong incident, he also felt his own inadequacy and a sense of unwillingness arose in his heart.
If he had Li Ming's strength, he would not have allowed the Thunder Venerable to act in this way.
Suddenly, Wu Cheng seemed to sense something, feeling the energy outside, and frowned, saying:
"Wang Xing wants to see me. Does this mean something big has happened again?"
Wang Xing was one of the more outstanding patrol angels under him. He was quite powerful, a Dharma Aspect Martial Saint, and commanded a patrol angel force of more than ten people. As Wu Cheng's right-hand man, he maintained the order and rules of Haizhou.
During this period of pursuing Lei Dong, Wu Cheng usually entrusted his trusted subordinates with most matters. The fact that Wang Xing personally wanted to see him meant that it was something important that required his attention.
"Come in."
Without much thought, Wu Cheng opened the secret chamber's barrier and let Wang Xing in.
Clad in silver armor, Wang Xing, exuding an imposing aura, flashed into the secret chamber. Although he was an inspector of a state, he was more like a general who had fought on the battlefield.
"Master Wu."
Wang Xing bowed respectfully to Wu Cheng.
"Um."
Wu Cheng nodded and stared at Wang Xing, saying:
"Captain Wang, what happened that you came to see me? Tell me."
Wang Xing's expression was solemn. He was naturally aware of Wu Cheng's injury and recuperation, so his visit at this time meant that something significant had happened.
He didn't waste any words, and said seriously:
"My lord, half a month ago, several cities in Linhai City, with a population of hundreds of thousands, were massacred, and many martial arts masters with supernatural powers also died. Our Sky Patrol Division went to the scene to investigate."
Based on the traces, it is most likely the work of the Black Lotus Cult.
Yesterday, several more coastal towns were attacked, and even families with multiple martial saints in charge were wiped out.
"The Black Lotus Cult?"
Upon hearing this, a cold glint flashed in Wu Cheng's eyes.
"Didn't they like to bewitch believers before? Why are they slaughtering innocent people again this time?"
In recent years, Da Xuan has actually been quite turbulent.
In the desolate wilderness, where people are scarce and demons and monsters roam freely.
Some martial artists, in their pursuit of cultivation, have even resorted to demonic practices, seizing spiritual veins and committing heinous crimes.
While the Black Lotus Sect is not as powerful as the Blood God Sect, it still has several Martial Saints within its ranks.
Previously, they recruited followers widely, using advanced martial arts techniques as bait to lure ordinary people into joining, harvesting their faith, and collecting resources through despicable means.
"I don't know either, but I speculate that the Black Lotus Sect may have colluded with some demons, possibly to refine human pills, or perhaps to collude with other demonic martial artists to carry out blood sacrifices!"
Wang Xing said angrily.
With the strength of a Martial Saint, the destruction caused is immense. Mortals and ordinary martial artists are like ants, and a single step can crush a large number of them.
As the Great Xuan's exorcising agency, the Sky Patrol Division naturally shows no mercy to these evil martial artists, and those who kill these wicked individuals are rewarded by the imperial court.
"Any clues?"
Wu Cheng immediately asked a question.
Wang Xing frowned and said, "According to the tracking by the patrol angels who are skilled in finding people, the Black Lotus Sect members have probably already fled overseas."
"They are most likely hiding on islands, colluding with other forces."
"Do these guys really think overseas is their safe haven?"
Wu Cheng was somewhat annoyed. What if other evil forces followed the Black Lotus Sect's example and did the same?
That would be terrible.
The entire Great Xuan will be thrown into complete chaos.
After all, sects generally only care about their own little territory and won't easily take action.
The imperial court also couldn't possibly have that much energy to hunt down the Martial Saint who had fled to another place.
“They must be severely punished. However… the Black Lotus Sect is usually extremely cautious, hiding in the shadows. They must have some powerful backing to dare to do this.”
"They probably already have a way out."
Wu Cheng pondered for a moment and suddenly came up with a good idea.
Li Ming had previously entrusted him with collecting intelligence overseas, including information on the distribution of power and the whereabouts of powerful sea monsters and demons.
It seems he wants to go abroad for some time to practice Buddhism.
The other party's strength is beyond doubt, and they are a trustworthy person.
Wu Cheng immediately took out his communication token and told Li Ming the whole story.
"The Black Lotus Cult...overseas?"
Li Ming was also slightly surprised.
I never imagined that the situation in Da Xuan would become so serious.
"Perhaps this is a sign of impending doom."
"Perfect timing, we can go take a look."
After pondering for a moment, Li Ming decided to leave Da Xuan and head overseas.
This can be considered as performing official duties.
The Black Lotus Cult has committed such heinous acts that the Great Xuan faction must certainly make a response.
Otherwise, if other places follow suit, it won't be long before the country descends into chaos.
Most importantly, Li Ming also needs a lot of life energy and cultivation resources. If he can kill these people, he will probably have everything he needs.
Li Ming immediately found Wu Cheng and accepted the request.
"Detective Li, the Black Lotus Cult is a vicious and ruthless group; we must not be careless."
"They've probably allied themselves with some powerful organization."
Wu Cheng said with a solemn expression.
"These evil martial saints, although not as good as the martial artists of the same level from the major sects, often resort to dirty tricks."
"Um."
Li Ming nodded slightly; he was now a veteran of countless battles.
Although he is capable of sweeping away those of the same level, he will not underestimate his opponent.
Anyway, let's kill them first and talk about it later.
He's not some saintly figure, nor is he indecisive.
At this moment, Wu Cheng took out something and handed it to Li Ming:
"Detective Li has made many contributions in the past. This is a high-ranking flying boat awarded by the imperial court, which can be used to transport you."
A small boat floated in the air, with mysterious patterns clearly visible engraved on it.
It has functions such as protection and acceleration.
At full speed, unless one is a celestial being who has cultivated supernatural abilities such as divine speed, no one can catch up with this ship!
Its defensive capabilities are also quite good; attacks from ordinary martial saints cannot penetrate its external defenses at all.
The only thing worth noting is...
At full speed, the consumption of elemental crystals is very rapid...
Before leaving, Wu Cheng specifically instructed him:
"If things don't go well, Constable Li, don't be rash. You can call for reinforcements. That Black Lotus Ancestor is no pushover."
Li Ming nodded and said:
"Okay... I'll be careful. I'll let you know when it's done."
After saying that, he turned and left.
Extremely free and easy.
"May Detective Li enjoy great success in his military career!"
Wu Cheng watched Li Ming's departing figure with great admiration.
Although he was much older than Li Ming, he regarded the other as his peer, or even his senior.
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