I Become a Martial Arts God in the Chaotic Demon World

Han Zheng had not been cultivating at the Zhenwei Martial Arts Academy for very long, at least not since he had traversed through time.

However, his time spent within the walls of the academy could be said to be the most relaxing period for Han Zheng.

There was no need to worry about the conspiracies and deceptions of the outside world, nor to engage in life and death struggles. All he needed to do was concentrate on cultivating.

Aside from Guo Mingyuan's arrogance and Song Tianqing's ruthlessness, most of the other disciples at the academy were quite good.

But the time had come for him to leave; Zhenwei Martial Arts Academy could no longer provide Han Zheng with the resources needed for further cultivation.

Even at present, Li Jingzhong could not withstand more than a few moves in a sparring session with Han Zheng.

Yuan Longshan's series of schemes had made Han Zheng realize that without strength, one could only be a pawn, not the player controlling the game.

Returning to Zhenwei Martial Arts Academy, everything remained as it was before.

Although the Smell Fragrance Sect had caused considerable havoc in the city, it had not affected a place like the Martial Arts Hall.

Some of the disciples had died resisting the Smell Fragrance Sect, leaving the academy's halls significantly emptier.

Upon seeing Han Zheng, the eyes of the academy's disciples shone with admiration and envy.

They did not know what had transpired that night, only that Han Zheng had stood alongside Zhang Tianyang against the Smell Fragrance Sect's experts and had been recognized by the Demon Cleansing Bureau, with an imminent transfer to their ranks.

This promising future came at the cost of their lives, so their feelings were tinged with admiration and envy rather than jealousy.

"Teacher, I've come to bid you farewell.

I'm preparing to report to the headquarters of the Southern Mountain Demon Cleansing Department in Kai Ping Prefecture."

Li Jingzhong nodded with satisfaction, "The Demon Cleansing Bureau is indeed suited for you. That place does not care about natural talent or lineage, it values strength and ability.

You are sure to shine brilliantly upon joining the Demon Cleansing Bureau.

However, the Martial World is perilous, and human hearts are unfathomable.

The forces in the Martial World outside of Black Stone County are more complex and dangerous.

The Five Families and Seven Sects of Southern Mountain are not simple entities."

Han Zheng was Zhenwei Martial Arts Academy's most outstanding disciple, which also brought Li Jingzhong a sense of honor.

In name, Song Tianqing and Lin Qing could be considered as such too.

But Li Jingzhong had no interest in claiming relations with them.

After all, Song Tianqing and Lin Qing joined the Cang Mountain Sword Sect due to their own innate talents and lineage.

But Han Zheng was the disciple he had personally trained and imparted the White Ape Extended Arm Fist to.

"By the way, teacher, you also ventured into the Martial World in the past. Do you know of any forces in the Southern Mountain Martial World that I should be aware of?"

Han Zheng had only heard some general rumors about the outside Martial World, almost completely in the dark about its intricacies.

Li Jingzhong sighed, "It has been many years since I last kept up with the news of the Martial World, but the Five Families and Seven Sects have not changed much.

In terms of Martial Arts, there is not much left that I can teach you. I hope this information will be of use to you."

Saying this, Li Jingzhong recounted everything he knew about the Five Families and Seven Sects, as well as some rumors of the Martial World to Han Zheng.

"Thank you, teacher. After I say goodbye to some fellow disciples, I will be leaving. Take care of yourself as well."

Li Jingzhong smiled and nodded, "My life's plan is to settle down in Black Stone County. Having taught a distinguished disciple like you, I expect to have even more students next year."

Pausing for a moment, Li Jingzhong's expression turned somewhat solemn, and he spoke gravely, "When Lin Qing left, I wished him prosperity in his Martial Arts because he only needed to cultivate peacefully within his Sect.

But it is different for you. Let me also offer you a phrase: act with courage and decisiveness, but conduct yourself as if on thin ice.

I have been too cautious and timid in my life. While I have tread on thin ice, I lacked boldness and aggressiveness, so my achievements amount only to that of a Martial Arts Hall Master.

But you are different, the road of the Martial World is long, and your journey will be farther than I can imagine."

Han Zheng bowed deeply, "Teacher, until we meet again."

After leaving the Martial Arts Hall chamber, Han Zheng bid farewell to familiar Martial Artists like Li Sancheng and Chen Zhao.

Li Sancheng laughed, "I always said that my brother would become somebody notable, and look how right I was!"

"If I remember correctly, didn't you say our best prospect was to become protectors for others?"

Han Zheng smiled at Li Sancheng.

Li Sancheng responded seriously, "I wasn't wrong. You joining the Demon Cleansing Bureau is actually quite like being a Protector, but for the Court, defending not just one family but the entire Great Zhou."

Han Zheng: "..."

Was Li Sancheng implying that he was becoming a hound for the Court?

"The training at Zhenwei Martial Arts Academy is about to end. What are your future plans? In fact, with your current strength, you've already reached the level required for graduation."

Chen Zhao said, "The Martial Arts Hall Master told me that he wants me to stay at the academy to help him teach the disciples.

His age is catching up with him, and as the number of disciples grows each year, he finds it increasingly difficult to manage them all. I have already agreed to stay at the academy."

Chen Zhao's character was steady and resolute, making him indeed very suitable for staying at the academy.

Over the years, quite a few disciples have left the academy, but Chen Zhao was one of the rare few who chose to stay.

Li Sancheng scratched his head and said, "I'm also worried about what to do next. Logically, being an Escort Master makes good money but is too dangerous. I don't want to fight against demons anymore.

Working as a Protector for someone pays less, and there is no freedom. As for joining a gang, my old man would definitely not agree with that."

Han Zheng suddenly said, "The position of Chief Constable of Black Stone County, do you want it?"

Li Sancheng was stunned for a moment and pointed at himself, "Me? Can I replace Zhang Tianyang and become the Chief Constable of Black Stone County?"

"Not replace. Zhang Tianyang was never actually Black Stone County's constable; that identity was just a cover.

All those constables have been cleared out by him. The County Magistrate is dead, and many of the higher-ups in the county town died during the chaos caused by the Smell Fragrance Sect.

Chief Clerk Lin won't stay in Black Stone County much longer, he will retire to a small town near Cang Mountain Sword Sect before long.

So now, the official personnel in the entire Black Stone County are scanty. The Chief Constable is just a minor position; not even requiring a word from Zhang, I can decide it with a single statement.

And once you become Chief Constable, you can also recruit those brothers who have come out of the academy; they will all be your trusted aides in the future."

Li Sancheng had been Han Zheng's good friend before he transmigrated, and remained his friend after transmigration.

Although Han Zheng was ruthless towards enemies, he never mistreated friends, and he wanted to secure a good pathway for Li Sancheng before leaving.

The fact was, Li Sancheng's character wasn't really suited for fighting in the Martial World.

His talent was also average, and even with the Cultivation Techniques Han Zheng gave him, it was very difficult for him to reach a high level.

On the contrary, his optimistic nature and love for making friends, plus his dislike for being bound and disciplined, made being a constable in the county town the perfect fit - it was free, prestigious, and lucrative.

Moreover, with the two great families of Black Stone County, the Song Family was extinguished, and the Shen Family was moving to Tiangang Sect, leaving only Sanhe Gang and Sky Eagle Gang.

Jiang Tai, knowing the relationship between Han Zheng and Li Sancheng, would definitely cooperate. That left Qiu Tianying, who couldn't stir up much trouble.

Thus, once the chaos of the Smell Fragrance Sect was settled, the strongest force in the whole Black Stone County ended up being the people from the Zhenwei Martial Arts Academy.

"Brother! You're like my own brother! No! A foster father!"

Li Sancheng excitedly hugged Han Zheng, his face flushed with emotion.

His dad was merely a Prison Chief, but now that he had become a constable, one could say he honored his ancestors.

And besides the prestige as a constable, it was safe within the county town, and the income was substantial.

Even if Li Sancheng didn't greedily seek money like the former County Government constables, the grey income was considerable.

Han Zheng, feeling somewhat bothered, pushed Li Sancheng away and called Chief Clerk Lin over, telling him about nominating Li Sancheng as constable, and as expected, Lin didn't have the slightest opposition.

After exchanging pleasantries and farewells with everyone, Han Zheng packed his bags and left Black Stone County.

Leaving the city, Han Zheng looked back once at the dark, ancient city walls of Black Stone County.

This time, he was not heading for Kai Ping Prefecture in Southern Mountain.

He was heading for the Martial World.

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As the capital of Southern Mountain, Kai Ping Prefecture is naturally located at the core of Southern Mountain and is over eight hundred miles away from Black Stone County.

A single region is so vast; the entire Great Zhou is expansive and larger than all the ancient empires Han Zheng knew in his previous life.

In the early days when Great Zhou was established, the nation was flourishing. To facilitate trade between regions, many official roads were built.

However, since these roads were constructed to connect various State Mansions and county towns, they were not a straight path, requiring almost a third more distance if one were to take them.

Therefore, Han Zheng usually chose the most direct route, even if it meant taking some quiet and remote paths.

With his current Cultivation, he was more than capable of dealing with most demons and spectres, as long as he didn't foolishly venture into deep and dangerous forests.

Han Zheng chose not to ride a horse; regular horses weren't as fast as him, and traveling on foot, constantly consuming Inner Strength True Qi, also served as a form of cultivation.

Traveling by day, Han Zheng would find some place to rest at night and start taking Elixirs to cultivate.

Five days later, on a secluded country path with few people, as dusk approached and Han Zheng noticed a dilapidated temple—perfect for an overnight stay.

Since he transmigrated by appearing in a ruined temple and being crushed by a statue, Han Zheng had a strange feeling about such broken temples.

After lighting a bonfire, he roasted some naan and jerky to fill his stomach, then sat down cross-legged on the ground and popped two Elixirs into his mouth to start cultivating.

With Han Zheng's current foundation and reserves, there was no need to worry about not being able to dissipate the medicinal power — the two Elixirs were almost trivial to him.