Chapter 88: Luo Xing’s Disarray
Lin Tianlu was surprised by what he heard.
The Luo Xing ghosts he had encountered in Changling County were all fierce and bloodthirsty, their bodies entwined with the red aura of killing intent. He had no good impression of this organization at all.
But unexpectedly, the Luo Xing ghost before him was much gentler than he had imagined. Not only had she not caused any harm, but she even worked diligently like an ordinary person. She was somewhat similar to Ren Yinshan from Ganchang Village.
Wait a minute…
He thought for a moment and asked, “Miss, do you know a woman named Ren Yinshan?”
The woman in red’s expression changed slightly. “Sir, do you know my master?”
Lin Tianlu chuckled in realization.
These two were actually master and disciple, no wonder their ways of handling things were so similar.
“I met Ren Yinshan by chance a few days ago and had a pleasant conversation with her. Just now, listening to what you said, it seemed to coincide with her thoughts in many ways, so I made a guess.”
The woman in red’s face was filled with respect as she bowed deeply. “So you are a friend of my master. I was too rude just now.”
“May I ask about your past…”
“It was Master who saved my life and patiently taught me Yin techniques. When we were together, she often reminded me to stay true to my heart, never to use Yin techniques for evil, and to always remember propriety, righteousness, integrity, and shame.”
The woman in red’s eyes were filled with admiration as she said softly, “Master is gentle and compassionate, and she treated me like her own daughter. Even though she has left Nanfeng County, I will never forget her teachings.”
Lin Tianlu sighed.
Fortunately, he hadn’t really misunderstood her back then, otherwise, he would have wrongly harmed a kind-hearted… ghost.
Even Hua Shuya, who had been listening quietly, felt a sense of admiration for Ren Yinshan.
To maintain a kind heart as a ghost and to diligently pass on her knowledge was truly commendable.
As expected, those who were acquainted with Senior were no ordinary people. She couldn’t help but feel a little curious. If she had the chance, she really wanted to meet that Miss Ren.
“However, Master abandoned her Luo Xing identity many years ago and settled down in a random town, cutting off all ties with Luo Xing.”
The woman in red continued, “If you want to know more about Luo Xing, Sir, you can continue to ask me.”
Lin Tianlu thought for a moment and said, “I’ve met a ghost called ‘Soul Seizer’ before. I wonder if—”
“Soul Seizer?!”
The woman in red, who had been calm and composed, suddenly changed her expression drastically. She stood up in shock and said, “Is it really the Luo Xing Soul Seizer?!”
Lin Tianlu was slightly surprised.
“According to her own words, and confirmed by another ghost practitioner, she is indeed the Soul Seizer.”
“It’s-it’s actually the Soul Seizer…”
The woman in red’s face turned pale, and she said in disbelief, “You met and interacted with the Soul Seizer, and you were able to escape unscathed?”
Hua Shuya, who was listening, had a strange expression on her face.
Although she had been exhausted and asleep during the breakthrough, she naturally knew that Lin Tianlu had fought a powerful ghost by the river.
As for the outcome of the battle, she knew it very well.
Lin Tianlu chuckled softly. “Indeed.”
“Sir, you are truly…”
“Is the Soul Seizer’s status that extraordinary?”
“Sir, you don’t know, the Soul Seizer is one of the top figures in Luo Xing. And they all possess extraordinary power, beyond the imagination of ordinary ghosts.”
The woman in red’s face was still pale as she murmured, “I once accidentally made eye contact with a Soul Seizer from afar. He just smiled at me slightly, and the terrifying pressure, like a soul-rending force, almost made me faint on the spot. If it weren’t for my master’s protection, I would have already lost my life.”
“To this day, I still feel fear in my heart…”
After calming herself down a little, she said softly, “As for the Soul Seizer’s status, Sir, you can compare it to that of a prince in the imperial court. Their status is transcendent. Ordinary ghosts like me must kneel and bow when we meet them. We have no right to resist at all.”
Lin Tianlu was surprised and fell into deep thought.
Thinking back now, why did Yan Yi, with her extraordinary power and high status, choose to die so willingly?
Was it really because her obsession had vanished and she had lost the will to live?
“Miss, you’re a member of Luo Xing, do you know anything about the Soul Seizers’ personalities and how they operate?”
“This… I have never interacted with a Soul Seizer personally. Most of what I know is hearsay.”
The woman in red said cautiously, “The Soul Seizers’ power is beyond imagination. They have even broken through the realm limitations that ordinary ghosts can reach, entering the Savage Realm. Perhaps because of this, they all have unfathomable and eccentric personalities, but they are all extremely decisive in killing.”
She couldn’t help but bow. “Sir, it’s truly admirable that you were able to survive an encounter with a Soul Seizer.”
Lin Tianlu didn’t pay much attention to her flattery and rubbed his chin curiously. “Broken through the realm limitations? What are the different cultivation levels for ordinary ghosts?”
“Naturally, there are ‘Specters,’ ‘Evil Spirits,’ ‘Crimson Demons,’ and ‘Savage Realm’—”
The woman in red said seriously, “Ordinary ghosts, after years or even decades of cultivation, can generally reach the Evil Spirit level. Beyond that, it’s not a realm that ordinary ghosts can easily reach.”
“Miss, do you know about the ‘Essence of Yin’?”
“This… I seem to have heard Master mention it, but I’m not sure what it’s used for.” The woman in red apologized. “After all, I’m still a step away from the Evil Spirit level.”
Lin Tianlu pondered for a moment and didn’t delve further into this topic.
“So, Luo Xing is also diverse within its ranks?”
“Yes.”
The woman in red’s face darkened slightly. “The higher-ups of Luo Xing remain hidden and rarely manage the organization’s affairs. They don’t interfere with or restrict their subordinates’ actions, which has led to many dirty and cruel things happening.
A few years ago, I happened to pass by another county, and the ghosts in that area were running rampant, probably harming many innocent people.”
This Luo Xing sounded more like a loose organization with a vast influence.
It was a mixed bag, with all kinds of ghosts and ghost practitioners.
“What about Luo Xing’s headquarters…”
“It doesn’t exist.” The woman in red shook her head. “Or rather, ghosts of my status are not qualified to know. Most Luo Xing ghosts will never have the opportunity to contact the higher-ups. It’s a great fortune to even meet a Soul Seizer. Most of us are scattered throughout the country, each doing our own thing.”
“That’s a pity.”
Lin Tianlu sighed.
“But I have one last question.”
“Please speak, Sir.”
“I heard that Luo Xing has a special existence called the ‘Luo Xing Crimson Beast.’ I wonder if there is one in Nanfeng County?”
The woman in red’s pupils constricted, and she said in a trembling voice, “Y-you even know about that?!”
Lin Tianlu smiled. “It was just a coincidence that I chatted with the Soul Seizer and happened to hear about it.”
“This…”
The woman in red was speechless.
She never expected that she would encounter such a… big shot just by coming to make friends!
She had only heard about the Luo Xing Crimson Beast from her master many years ago. Ordinary ghosts didn’t even know about it.
To communicate with a Soul Seizer in a mortal body and even be told so much information was truly unheard of!
“The Luo Xing Crimson(Red) Beast is extremely rare. There might only be one or two within several prefectures or provinces.”
The woman in red calmed down a little. “Naturally, there is no Luo Xing Crimson Beast in Nanfeng County. We, the ghosts of Nanfeng, only have a fragment of a Soul Storage, as a symbol of Luo Xing, used to absorb and contain the essence and souls of mortals.”
“May I take a look?” Lin Tianlu cupped his hands. “Don’t worry, Miss, I have no intention of coveting it.”
The woman in red hesitated for a moment, then finally gritted her teeth and took it out from her sleeve.
A seemingly ancient, jet-black jade fragment appeared before their eyes.
“I have never used this for evil. I only occasionally collect some vigorous essence in the streets to sustain myself. It won’t cause much harm to the people of the county.”
“You are kind.”
Lin Tianlu observed it for a moment, memorizing its internal structure and shape, then smiled and bowed to her. “With you guarding Nanfeng County, it’s a blessing for the people.”
In a sense, this ghost had truly become a unique guardian deity of Nanfeng County.
The woman in red nodded with a faint smile. “You flatter me, Sir. It’s all thanks to my master’s teachings.”
Lin Tianlu sighed inwardly.
This humble and courteous demeanor was indeed very similar to Ren Yinshan’s.
But he soon slapped his forehead. “We’ve been talking for so long, and I still don’t know your name.”
The woman in red hurriedly bowed. “I apologize, I actually forgot about that… Sir, and this young lady, if you don’t mind, you can call me Liu Mengjiao.”
“Huh?”
Lin Tianlu and Hua Shuya were stunned.
This name… wasn’t that the name of the eldest daughter of the Nanfeng County magistrate?
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