This scoundrel is a bit of a swordsman.

Chapter 315 Deception is the closest thing to the truth

Chapter 315 Deception is the closest thing to the truth

The speculation about the white-robed scholar spread like ripples through the crowd, not only among the Shen family but also among others.

Both sides, whether Xiao Xingchen's adversaries or those close to him in the Great Yan, were filled with doubts about the appearance of this mysterious figure, as if their hearts were shrouded in a fog.

Yan Yi, in particular, was burning with a desire for answers, and she wanted to rush over and ask for clarification more than once.

Given her relationship with Xiao Xingchen, she might be able to get some information from him. However, she was tightly surrounded by the people of Dayan, like a bird trapped in a cage.

At this time, anyone who had any connection with Xiao Xingchen and his group would become the target of public criticism and be closely watched.

If the Great Yan wanted a share of the spoils, it could only rely on these powerful forces. Therefore, before the attitudes of these powerful forces became clear, they absolutely forbade any private contact. This made the scholar's identity a mystery, elusive and difficult to fathom.

Fortunately, the scholar, leading the three women, arrived at the Demon-Suppressing Prison without making any move. Instead, like cunning rabbits, they found a secluded spot, set up their tent, and settled in comfortably. They subtly separated themselves from the two major factions, becoming a third faction, like an isolated island in a vast sea of ​​people.

However, this third camp was truly pathetic, consisting of one man and three women, like a candle flickering in the wind. After a while, it ceased to attract attention. After all, compared to the behemoths of the two major camps, this man and three women were far too insignificant, like a drop in the ocean.

As for Xiao Xingchen, he's been incredibly busy these past few days. He's no longer the same person he used to be; his behavior has become even more unrestrained, like a wild horse that's broken free.

Since he knew he wouldn't be held accountable in the end, he had no pity for those who coveted the Demon Suppression Prison and was secretly plotting how to swindle them.

"According to the Demon Lord, this is a hunting war, so what is the prey and who is the hunter? This is indeed a very intriguing question!"

The three women listened quietly to his analysis.

“I’ve been inside the Demon Suppression Prison before, but last time we only went through the Silent Temple and a passage. Obviously, there are other things at the end of that passage besides the Silent Temple. So I think if we have to find a prey, it must be us who broke in.”

"What's the reason?"

"There's no reason, it's just a feeling. We can't go in just to be sent hunting monsters, can we?"

After pondering for a moment, Xizhu spoke.

"That's not necessarily true. It's possible they want to use outsiders to hunt down the remaining demons. That's not out of the question."

"I understand what you mean, but have you forgotten what the Demon Lord said?"

Xiao Xingchen looked at Ling Xue.

"He said at the time, if those people see the demon race, will they kill you first, or will they kill my very essence first?"

The group was startled, only then remembering the Demon Lord's sigh.

"So I'm certain that once we go in, we'll all be hunted down. In fact, Ling Xue and I are more likely to be hunted down than anyone else. That is to say, we are the two of us who are in the most danger."

Ruoxue frowned. "In that case, wouldn't it be better if we didn't go in?"

Xiao Xingchen continued to shake his head.

"That won't do. The Demon Lord is forcing me to go in, and from what I've observed, he wants me to retrieve something. Something that the Demon Lord cares about is no ordinary thing. So, I definitely have to go in, but we need to carefully plan how to do it."

"Just say what you want to say," Ling Xue sneered.

Xiao Xingchen looked around at the three women, then smiled.

"My meaning is simple: let's not go in together."

"What do you mean?" The three women looked at the two opposing camps.

"That's the idea. If we go in alone, we'll not only face the hunt, but also the ensuing battle between the two factions. It's better to take a few down with us."

"I won't go in. My status is special, and this kind of occasion is not suitable for me to participate in."

Xizhu was the first to wave her hand.

“I won’t go in either. Someone needs to oversee things outside. If we all go in, we’ll be in a very passive position if something unexpected happens at the Prince’s Mansion,” Ruoxue also spoke up.

"Alright, then let me go with Ling Xue. This time, we'll split up. You go to Tianling, and I'll go to the Shen family. How about that?"

Xiao Xingchen's suggestion made Ling Xue frown, but after thinking for a moment, she nodded, as it didn't conflict with her goal of hunting down the Shen family.

"it is good,"

"And what about you? You're the Shen family's mortal enemy. If you're discovered, you won't even have to wait for the hunt to begin before you're..." Ruoxue said worriedly.

"Don't worry, what kind of person is the Demon Lord? He's an invincible figure who can support countless experts with just his crippled body. How could these people possibly recognize that he changed my appearance? I also want to take this opportunity to make contact with the Shen family and see what they're really after."

“That makes some sense, but how do you get into the Shen family's camp? They won't want a mere mortal who can't even kill a chicken,”

"That's when we'll have to put on a show."

Xiao Xingchen's gaze turned towards the Demon Suppression Prison.

The black mist had completely spread, and black water was constantly seeping into the ground. The first people to enter had long since turned into bones. The unease hidden in the black mist was something that no one could avoid. What exactly was in the black mist was something that every faction probably wanted to know.

At that moment, by sheer coincidence, the first time he mistakenly entered the Demon-Suppressing Prison, he saw a large yellow dog, a baby's face, and a ghostly figure.

Ling Xue's ghost sword was a perfect match for that ghostly figure.

"You want me to play that ghostly figure?" Ling Xue was taken aback.

“Naturally, I will go in alone, then imprint you on my record, revealing that I know a lot about the Demon Suppression Prison. That way, I'll become a hot commodity,”

"It is at this time that you will think I have betrayed the royal palace and sever all ties with me. This will explain why you treat me with such courtesy, because I know the secret of the Demon Suppression Prison,"

"Then I can take the opportunity to pledge allegiance to a powerful force. After all, you are weak and alone, and with news of Ghost Shadow and Baby Face, I believe the Shen family will be interested,"

"Next, you'll be furious, and then you'll defect to Tianling's camp. If a Ghost Swordsman defectes, Hua Xiaolou will probably be laughing his head off, right?"

Xiao Xingchen said confidently, "Now all the explanations make sense, and it explains why this scholar-ordinary man came here."

After all, almost no one in the world knows the secrets of the Demon Suppression Prison, and he has not only been inside, but can also continue to deceive people.

"These are probably not enough," Xizhu said worriedly.

"Of course it's not enough, but can't I just lie?"

"What are you going to say to them?"

“I’ve thought it all out. The Immortal Descendant is real. The people of Jade Capital Heaven seem to value this place highly, but how little do they really know about Jade Capital? As long as I connect everything here with the immortals, I believe they will believe it.”

"So what do you mean?"

Xiao Xingchen smiled confidently, "I'm going to release this news."

"This isn't the Demon-Suppressing Prison, it's the Immortal-Imprisoning Prison. What do you think they'll think when they hear that?"