Ruan Fei stood to the side, his heart filled with emotion: "What a truly powerful master!"
From the very first meeting, he hadn't even glanced at me, as if I had already lost all value.
Yet, he didn't kill me, perhaps simply because I was as insignificant as dust, not worth a second look.
At this moment, Ruan Fei stepped forward, his voice loud and clear: "I deeply trust Fellow Daoist Li and am willing to be the first to have this part of my memory removed, to prove my determination."
He continued, "If I am seriously injured, you may have other methods to consider; if I am safe and sound, everyone can rest assured."
As soon as he said this, the Demonic Sect disciples cast approving glances his way.
One person thought: "This hothead is truly brave and resourceful!"
Although they had been skeptical of Li Chengfeng before, now that someone was willing to stand up for Li Chengfeng, no matter the outcome, they could see a glimmer of hope.
Li Chengfeng gave Ruan Fei an approving look. He hadn't expected that at this crucial moment, Ruan Fei would actually lend him a hand.
Xu Huixin, witnessing all of this, nodded in agreement: "Fellow Daoist Li, my senior brother and I are also willing to take this risk and entrust this part of our memory to you. Please spare us both."
Zhang Xingzhu's eyes flickered. He knew that forcing a confrontation with Li Chengfeng at this moment would be like hitting a stone with an egg.
With the Demonic Sect united and supported by the formation, even his last resort—that precious Sword Pellet—seemed pale and powerless at this moment.
He thought to himself that perhaps negotiating with Li Chengfeng was the wise thing to do. So, he also nodded and said, "Fellow Daoist Li, my junior sister and I are also willing to do so, only asking that you give us a chance."
As soon as he said this, the Demonic Sect disciples present couldn't help but gasp, admiring Li Chengfeng's strength and wisdom to the extreme.
With Li Chengfeng in the Demonic Path, what was there to worry about? Although they felt pressure, they were also proud to be a part of the Demonic Sect.
However, Zhang Rui Chu hurriedly reminded, "Fellow Daoist Li, don't listen to their sweet talk. You must eliminate them all to prevent future troubles."
Other Demonic Sect disciples also echoed her, advocating for severe punishment for Zhang Xingzhu and Xu Huixin.
Xu Huixin looked anxiously at Li Chengfeng, afraid that he would be swayed by the crowd.
At this moment, Zhang Xingzhu suddenly spoke, "Since you are so determined, I will tell you everything.
I didn't come unprepared this time. My master is waiting outside the gate, outside Ghost Valley, on high alert.
If the two of us cannot retreat unscathed, all the cultivators of your Demonic Sect and the sect itself will suffer a devastating blow. But if you can let us go, the Demonic Sect may only lose some face and won't suffer too many casualties."
As soon as he said this, the whole place was shocked.
Because Zhang Xingzhu's master was a late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator, the Supreme Elder of the Tianhai Sword Sect, known as the second-best swordsman in the world, second only to the Sect Master of the Tianhai Sword Sect.
With him as a backing, if the Demonic Sect really acted against Zhang Xingzhu, the consequences would be unimaginable.
As soon as Zhang Xingzhu's words came out, the Demonic Sect members fell silent.
Although they usually committed all kinds of evil deeds, when faced with a life-and-death situation, their sense of fear was stronger than anyone else's.
They knew that Zhang Xingzhu's backer was the Supreme Elder of the Tianhai Sword Sect, a powerful late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator.
Such an existence, once angered, would be unbearable for the entire Demonic Sect.
Li Chengfeng stood before the crowd, his eyes deep and calm.
He had already expected that Zhang Xingzhu and Xu Huixin had powerful forces supporting them, so he had already prepared himself.
He knew that the Soul Severing Technique was his only chance to protect himself and prevent the Demonic Sect from suffering a devastating blow.
He laughed loudly, breaking the silence: "Okay, if the two fellow Daoists are willing to have this part of their memory severed by me, we will act as if we have never met.
I, Li Chengfeng, will not make things difficult for the two of you, after all, we have no deep hatred."
The disciples of the Demonic Sect, upon hearing Li Chengfeng's words, all gave him a thumbs up.
They admired Li Chengfeng's ability to yield and stretch, and even more admired his ability to make the wisest choice at this critical moment.
Xu Huixin and Zhang Xingzhu also breathed a sigh of relief. They knew that Li Chengfeng was a cautious and clever person, and he would not make decisions lightly.
Now, having their memories severed, although they were somewhat unwilling, they could accept it. At least, they saved their lives and avoided causing trouble for the Tianhai Sword Sect.
Li Chengfeng put away the formation, and the Demonic Sect disciples all praised him.
They knew that Li Chengfeng had saved their lives today.
They also admired this number one person in the Demonic Path, the reclusive expert Li Chengfeng, even more.
From then on, the Demonic Sect's attitude towards Li Chengfeng also changed.
They no longer regarded him as an enemy, but as a worthy opponent and friend to be respected.
Heavenly Reason Chengfeng, with a majestic aura, Zhang Xingzhu felt slightly relieved. However, the sword pellet he held tightly in his hand was not put down, knowing Li Chengfeng's cunning. Facing Li Chengfeng's smile that was not a smile, he already had a plan in his heart.
"With a smile that's not a smile, he wants to erase our memories."
Li Chengfeng spoke indifferently, his voice revealing an undeniable majesty.
Ruan Fei was the first to step forward, saying loudly: "Fellow Daoist Li, let's start with me and let everyone witness my reaction."
He respectfully walked to Li Chengfeng's side, Xu Huixin also held her breath, although she had full confidence in Li Chengfeng, she was still a little apprehensive.
After all, Li Chengfeng had directly severed the brand in the depths of her soul when she revealed the secret method, and his skill was evident.
Li Chengfeng was calm and composed, his palm turned into a knife, and a special aura burst out from his body, slashing towards Ruan Fei.
Ruan Fei only felt a chill coming over him, as if something was missing from his memory, but he couldn't remember what it was. He blankly retreated to the side, looking at the crowd, his heart full of curiosity.
"Now that the demon has been killed, I will take my leave first to explore other insights."
After saying that, he stepped on his sword and left, leaving everyone to watch his back. All their divine senses focused on Ruan Fei, and they breathed a sigh of relief when they found that he was no different from usual.
Liu Ruoyan chuckled: "Fellow Daoist Li is indeed skilled, admirable. Then, let's start with the disciples of my Joyful Union Sect."
She stepped forward and waved her hand, and a dozen disciples of the Joyful Union Sect stood up.
Although their faces were solemn, they were less panicked now that they had seen the previous example.
Under the application of Li Chengfeng's Soul Severing Technique, their memories were severed one by one, but their physical qualities were not damaged in any way, which dispelled the worries in everyone's hearts.
When it was Liu Ruoyan's turn, she gave Li Chengfeng a subtle look, and then whispered in a divine sense transmission: "Fellow Daoist Li, I have a request, and there will be a generous reward after it is done.
I implore Fellow Daoist Li to grant me an opportunity, and we can discuss the details at the very end."
Her words were sincere, promising not to let Li Chengfeng waste his time in vain.
Li Chengfeng pondered for a moment, then nodded in agreement. After all, Liu Ruoyan had been silently supporting him from beginning to end, and although he didn't know her specific purpose, she had undoubtedly given him a great help.
Without her cooperation, this matter would have been difficult to solve.
He was not ignorant of worldly affairs, and he knew the various entanglements in the world, and his joining the Demonic Sect was also out of helplessness.
At this moment, facing Liu Ruoyan's request, he naturally had no reason to refuse, so he agreed.
