"Mr. Ji, it's Mr. Ji returning triumphantly."
Upon seeing Ji Mo's returning figure, the entire Fu Lai Inn erupted in commotion.
Their faces were filled with fervent admiration. If Lin Mengmeng hadn't reminded them that Ji Mo preferred to keep a low profile and disliked ostentation, they would have already knelt down in worship.
"Is everyone alright?"
Ji Mo was also somewhat surprised. The outside had collapsed into such a state, yet the Fu Lai Inn remained intact, completely unaffected.
Indeed, Heaven had eyes, knowing that the people in Fu Lai Inn were good, and did not let disaster befall them.
Of course, this excluded those scoundrels who secretly called him a "fake man." Those bastards were definitely not good people.
"We're fine, we're completely fine."
Everyone's hearts were warmed. Mr. Ji was truly thoughtful, showing concern for everyone's safety as soon as he returned.
Ji Mo said, "It's good that you're all fine. Everyone, relax, there won't be any more earthquakes. Please go and rest peacefully."
It was already late at night, and everyone had been frightened for half the night. It was time for a good rest.
"He saved the entire Chi Zhang City, yet he appears so nonchalant, not mentioning his own contributions at all. Truly remarkable!"
Tang Xuan gazed at Ji Mo, utterly captivated by his demeanor.
Such noble character was truly peerless, unmatched in the world.
If anyone else had saved millions of people, their tail would have already been wagging to the sky. Yet, Ji Mo remained so calm and pure, not uttering a single word about it.
"Yi'er, Mr. Ji is such a fine man. You must seize the opportunity."
Tang Xuan said to Tang Xueyi beside him.
If Tang Xueyi could become Ji Mo's woman, then the Tang family would embark on a prosperous path, with a brilliant future.
Tang Xueyi's face was filled with bitterness. She murmured, "Mr. Ji is an otherworldly master, his heart as pure as ice, unsoiled by the mortal world. I fear he will not be moved by any woman."
Despite the many outstanding women who had appeared by Ji Mo's side, Tang Xueyi had never seen anyone stir his heart.
Tang Xuan sighed softly. It was true, such a person must be solely pursuing the Great Dao. The affections and entanglements of the mortal world were merely fleeting clouds to him.
"Sir, this Jiang Ang harbors ill intentions towards me and has wicked thoughts."
Xuan Yang rushed towards Ji Mo, his face full of grievance, his eyes brimming with tears, showing immense distress.
Being confessed to by a man was something anyone would find unbearable.
He was like a child who had been bullied outside and was now returning home to complain to his parents.
Ji Mo rubbed his forehead. Your tearful appearance, like a pear blossom caught in the rain, evokes pity even in me. You are even more alluring than the innkeeper. Who wouldn't be moved?
He glanced around, noticing the envious gazes of many men, their eyes glinting green with an unsettling intensity.
"Sir, this Fang Tong also harbors ill intentions towards me and has wicked thoughts!"
Wang Wanjian also rushed over to complain.
Fang Tong was being overly enthusiastic, constantly trying to strike up conversations with him and being physically forward, showing no reserve.
Wang Wanjian found it difficult to act against Fang Tong, so he could only report to Ji Mo.
Ji Mo's face immediately darkened.
What was this all about? How could he have taught such two unfortunate souls?
Ji Mo couldn't be bothered with the trivial matters of these two simpletons. He immediately dismissed Xuan Yang and Wang Wanjian, telling them to resolve it themselves.
Since their previous rooms had collapsed, the innkeeper arranged a new room for Ji Mo to rest.
The innkeeper's attitude towards Ji Mo had completely changed, becoming incredibly respectful, as if he were a deity.
Ji Mo was also tired.
He tossed the Rubik's Cube in his hand onto the bedside and lay down fully clothed, soon falling into a deep sleep.
After an unknown period, the Rubik's Cube suddenly began to glow with radiance, emitting a dazzling dark light.
Demonic patterns appeared on its surface, exuding an evil and cold aura. Rolling demonic energy surged out, and a phantom emerged from within.
It was the phantom of a Heavenly Demon, its face incredibly ferocious, its eyes wide open, the flowing fire within its sockets like a boiling sea of blood, radiating intense resentment, staring fixedly at Ji Mo.
If Ji Mo were to see it, he would be astonished, for this Heavenly Demon was the unfortunate soul he had "harvested" twice.
"Old and new grudges, this time I will settle with you completely."
The Heavenly Demon's face contorted, staring at Ji Mo with extreme malice, then transforming into rolling black mist, completely enveloping Ji Mo's entire body.
Having suffered significant losses at Ji Mo's hands twice and had much of his essence drained, this Heavenly Demon intended to exact revenge and drain Ji Mo's vital blood completely.
"Heavenly Demon aura!"
The innkeeper had been secretly observing the movements in Ji Mo's room. Upon sensing the Heavenly Demon's aura, she immediately rushed to Ji Mo's room.
However, that wisp of Heavenly Demon aura flashed by and disappeared instantly.
Inside the room, the Heavenly Demon had set up a powerful barrier, blocking all external scrutiny and preventing others from interfering with its plan.
The innkeeper assumed it was Ji Mo's doing and dared not disturb him, leaving with only a puzzled expression.
At this moment.
Endless demonic energy filled the entire room, engulfing Ji Mo like a tide.
Ji Mo slept soundly, completely unaware of the impending danger.
Before long, a terrified voice rang out.
The Heavenly Demon let out a cry of unwillingness. This strand of will was completely absorbed by Ji Mo once again.
...
Sun Zhi, like a stray dog, fled from Chi Zhang City after escaping Ji Mo's grasp.
His face was ashen, nearly scared to death. This Ji Mo was simply too brutal and terrifying; he had dealt with those leaders in just a few moves.
Fortunately, he was quick-witted and decisively fled, otherwise, he would likely be a corpse by now.
Sun Zhi trembled with fear, wanting to get as far away from Chi Zhang City as possible, never wanting to face Ji Mo again.
But he couldn't.
The Rubik's Cube had fallen into Ji Mo's hands. If he couldn't retrieve it, his fate would undoubtedly be miserable.
The demon race would never forgive him for losing such an important item.
After careful consideration, Sun Zhi quickly devised a plan.
The forces from Floating Sky Mountain were rapidly approaching Chi Zhang City. He could use the power of Floating Sky Mountain to deal with Ji Mo and thus snatch back the Rubik's Cube.
He immediately set off to meet Floating Sky Mountain.
As long as he informed Floating Sky Mountain that Ji Mo was the murderer of Tan Yun'ao, and then sowed discord, it would inevitably trigger a great battle between the two sides.
When the snipe and the clam fight, he could take the opportunity to retrieve the Rubik's Cube.
Chi Zhang City had just experienced a catastrophe, and everyone breathed a sigh of relief, believing the danger had passed. No one could have imagined that crisis would strike again.
The dark night soon passed. The sky turned pale, and the morning sun slowly rose in the east.
In the western sky, clouds churned and winds rose. Dense figures appeared in the firmament, heading towards Chi Zhang City with murderous intent.
The people from Floating Sky Mountain had arrived, their terrifying aura enveloping the entire Chi Zhang City.
To avenge Tan Yun'ao, Floating Sky Mountain had mobilized almost all its forces. Experts at or above the Saint realm had all arrived, numbering in the thousands.
Floating Sky Mountain had learned from Sun Zhi that the person who killed Tan Yun'ao was named Ji Mo. Therefore, upon arrival, they immediately had someone shout, "Ji Mo, come out and die, or my Floating Sky Mountain will bathe Chi Zhang City in blood!"