novelapdf Chapter 28 Benefits
Chapter 28 Benefits
After swallowing its own kind, the giant serpent demon's body trembled violently.
The next moment, it exploded into a cloud of black mist with a "bang".
The black mist rapidly collapsed and condensed.
It eventually coalesced into a bead no bigger than a fingernail, completely black.
It looks like a magic pill.
Jiang Mu was filled with doubt: "What is this thing?"
But with so many people around, it wasn't the time for research. Jiang Mu calmly absorbed the demonic energy and handed the demon core back to Ling Ye.
When he gave Huang Silang's demon core to Zhang Daxiao for purification and exchange last time, he specifically asked about it.
They learned that the demon core was intact.
This means that even if demonic energy is absorbed, it will not affect the quality of the demon core.
Jiang Mu glanced at the demon cores taken from low-level snake demons in Wang Ershang and the others' hands, hesitated for a moment, and ultimately didn't have the nerve to ask to touch them.
Since the magic gauge is almost overflowing, there's no need to be too greedy.
Ling Ye put away the demon core, pointed to the giant python's corpse on the ground, and said casually:
"This snake corpse is yours. The body of a demon of the fifth realm or above can be used to forge weapons, so it will still be of some use. Consider it your contribution this time."
"It's a pity that the female snake demon who has cultivated for hundreds of years isn't in her lair here. If only I had known..."
She shook her head:
"Never mind, we can search for it later. I will report your achievements to your department in writing."
"Thank you, sir."
Wang Ershang quickly clasped his hands in a salute.
But when his gaze swept over his colleagues who were still groaning on the ground, he felt a headache coming on.
Ling Ye waved her hand, her beautiful figure flashed, and she disappeared into the rain.
As soon as the Buddha left, Jiang Mu immediately instructed Zhang Daxiao and Zhang Xiaokui to collect the spoils of war.
As Wang Ershang was leaving, he said in a complicated tone:
"Master Jiang, although they were wrong this time and broke the rules, we are all of the same ilk. Your actions were a bit too harsh. I will report this matter to Master Wen truthfully."
"It doesn't matter."
Jiang Mu didn't even look at him directly.
Wang Ershang snorted coldly and left with his colleagues.
After the outsiders left, Zhang Daxiao approached, his face showing worry:
"My lord, Master Wenhe is not a magnanimous man, and he is extremely concerned with his reputation. Today's events have caused his men to suffer a great loss and humiliation; I'm afraid..."
"What are you afraid of?"
Jiang Mu wiped the blood off the knife and said calmly,
"Although I don't like to cause trouble, I will never be a coward if someone poops on my neck."
"Actually, I don't care about these few demon corpses, but I can't let my people be bullied."
"As long as you follow me, I have to protect you. That's my rule."
Upon hearing this, the Zhang brothers trembled.
Zhang Xiaokui, in particular, had tears welling up in his eyes.
"Thump!"
Zhang Xiao Kui knelt heavily on the ground.
"Sir! I, Zhang Xiao Kui, was so blind before! I thought you were just a good-for-nothing playboy, and I looked down on you from the bottom of my heart. But today, I'm truly convinced!"
"You are not only incredibly capable, but you also treat us brothers like human beings. From this day forward, I, Zhang Xiao Kui, swear to follow you to the death, even if it means going through fire and water. I would be a beast if I even flinched!"
How fortunate it is to have a boss who is willing to offend colleagues for the sake of subordinates, and even resort to violence.
Zhang Daxiao was also filled with mixed emotions.
My younger brother, who is usually unruly, I never expected him to be so submissive to others.
"Alright, stop acting like a woman."
Jiang Mu chuckled and kicked Zhang Xiaokui's shin. "Stop being so dramatic, get up and deal with the demon corpse."
……
In the afternoon, another "mountain of corpses" was piled up in the courtyard of the Demon Slayer Division.
Although Inspector Ling Ye had sent back the message in advance, Wang Ershang and others also rushed back to report.
But when they saw the mountain of snake demon corpses with their own eyes, everyone present gasped and was shocked.
The last time I saw this scene was when these two brothers were pushing a cart full of weasel carcasses.
At the time, everyone thought it was just luck.
But this time...
It can't all be luck, can it?
Ran Qingshan felt completely numb.
What kind of monster is this Jiang Mu?
He usually stays quietly at home, but when he goes out, he makes headlines.
"grown ups."
Jiang Mu bowed respectfully and began his report.
"The Eighth Hall was ordered to assist Inspector Ling Ye in eradicating the snake demon's lair in Black Soil Village. A total of fifty-three snake demons were killed, including twenty-three of the second tier and the first tier..."
"Lord Jiang, what do you mean?!"
Before Jiang Mu could finish speaking, an angry shout rang out.
Then, Wen He, the leader of the Third Hall, stormed into the courtyard with a group of his men.
"Why did you injure so many of my men for no reason? Did you go to slay demons, or to kill your colleagues?!"
Jiang Mu turned around and said calmly:
"Master Wen, it was your subordinates who first attacked and stole the spoils of war from my Eighth Hall. Lord Wang Ershang and all the colleagues present can testify to this."
Did they not tell you the truth?
"Nonsense!"
A cold glint flashed in Wenhe's eyes.
"Even if there are some misunderstandings, they can be discussed openly. Why should colleagues resort to fists and such ruthless violence? Do you think I, Wenhe, am so easy to bully?!"
As he spoke, he took a step forward.
boom!
A powerful burst of energy erupted, like a mountain pressing down.
Jiang Mu's robes fluttered in the wind, yet his figure remained as upright as a pine tree, completely still.
"What? You're allowed to bully my Eighth Hall people only because they're from the Third Hall, but we're not allowed to seek justice? When my people were being beaten, where was Hall Master Wen to speak of camaraderie?"
Wenhe laughed in extreme anger:
"When have my men ever laid a hand on us? Stop making baseless accusations!"
Jiang Mu turned to look at Zhang Xiao Kui beside her:
"Xiao Kui, don't be afraid. In front of the Chief and all your colleagues, tell Hall Master Wen loudly how they beat you and how they bullied you."
Zhang Xiaokui was taken aback.
He's a straightforward person, and his first instinct was to say that they had given him a push.
Just as he was about to open his mouth, Zhang Daxiao next to him suddenly coughed softly.
Although Zhang Xiao Kui was straightforward, he was in perfect sync with his brother and instantly had a flash of inspiration.
He swayed twice, as if he couldn't stand steadily, clutched his chest with one hand, and looked pained as he weakly said:
"Master...Master..."
"They not only stole our demon corpses, but more than a dozen of them ganged up on me, punching and kicking me... cough cough cough..."
"My old injuries hadn't healed yet, and then they hit my dantian (lower abdomen)..."
"Master... I might not be able to break through to the third realm... My path of martial arts is over!"
"It hurts...it hurts so much..."
Zhang Xiaokui then collapsed to the ground.
The entire room fell silent.
Everyone's lips twitched uncontrollably.
Wenhe's face turned as black as the bottom of a pot.
He stared coldly at Jiang Mu, a vortex of energy gathering in his palm, emitting a low hum.
"That's enough!"
Ran Qingshan, who had been silent all along, finally spoke up.
His face darkened, and his gaze swept over Wenhe:
"There are indeed explicit regulations within the department that strictly prohibit maliciously stealing the credit of colleagues. Whether it was a misunderstanding or intentional on your part, the third court was indeed in the wrong first."
Wen He's face turned ugly, and he was about to explain when Ran Qingshan raised his hand to interrupt him, turning to look at Jiang Mu:
"And you, Lord Jiang. Now that you are the head of a department, you should consider the overall situation in your actions. If you have any grievances, you can report them to the department for adjudication. What kind of behavior is it to take matters into your own hands and beat someone?"
Ran Qingshan immediately started by giving both sides equal lashes.
He walked to Jiang Mu's side, his gaze sweeping over the pile of demon corpses on the ground, and made his judgment:
"Both sides are at fault in this matter. Here's what we'll do, Hall Master Jiang, take ten snake demons from the ones you've captured this time and give them to the brothers of the Third Hall."
We all eat from the same pot, we see each other all the time, let's not make things too awkward.
Is the frame being tilted to one side?
Jiang Mu frowned, about to speak, when he heard Ran Qingshan whisper:
"Give me some face, come to my room later, I'll give you a little treat."
Welfare?
You bought a sexy lingerie piece, sir?