Chapter 848: Chapter 870: Celestial Net’s Mysterious Woman

Chu Linfeng glanced around at the people appearing on the streets of Lisha City and his mouth curled into a slight smile, seeing that everyone wore an expression of panic and confusion, which pleased him greatly.

"Feiyu, take the storage ring from his hand, it should contain what you need. Opposing me is simply courting death," Chu Linfeng said loudly, his voice echoing in everyone’s ears as if it were etched into their minds, refusing to dissipate.

"Everyone, don’t be afraid. I’ve merely removed a City Lord from Lisha City. There will soon be a new City Lord, who will be one of your own from Lisha City. As for who it will be, I don’t know yet; this will require your approval.

First, this person needs to be strong; otherwise, they won’t be able to intimidate others. Secondly, they need a good reputation in Lisha City and the ability to govern a city. I believe you all have a good candidate in mind.

Those who can accurately propose a candidate will be directly rewarded with a million Nether Stones and a set of Earth Tier martial skills. If anyone feels they are capable of becoming the City Lord of Lisha City, you can come directly to the City Lord’s Mansion. Even if you don’t become the City Lord, you can become a notable figure in Lisha City if you pass the assessment.

Don’t doubt my words. Now, humanity obeys my command. Human King Xiang Shaolong has already been slain by me, and I think you all understand what this means," Chu Linfeng continued.

Immediately, those on the streets of Lisha City who could hear him were stunned. For a young man to have slain Human King Xiang Shaolong meant his strength was immense. Now, people began to speculate about who could become the next City Lord, knowing there was a generous reward if they guessed correctly.

As Chu Linfeng and his group prepared to leave, a stunning middle-aged woman stepped forward. After glancing at Chu Linfeng’s group, she said, "I would like to try for the position of City Lord of Lisha City, if the young master permits."

A woman aspiring to be the City Lord of Lisha City was indeed an unusual occurrence. Her bravery to speak candidly in front of everyone indicated she was not ordinary, certainly not as simple as she appeared.

Chu Linfeng carefully assessed the middle-aged woman and realized she was still a beauty. In her youth, she must have been a captivating beauty, and even now those prominent features remained firm, matching up to Lin Ruoxi and Kong Feifei’s beauty.

However, Chu Linfeng couldn’t discern this woman’s realm, which surprised him. She seemed about the Seventh Layer of Saint Martial Realm, but Chu Linfeng knew it couldn’t be so. If her realm was solely this, she wouldn’t have the qualification to contend for the position of City Lord.

"Why do you want to become the City Lord of Lisha City? I need a reasonable reason, and what is your realm? If you meet my requirements, the title of City Lord of Lisha City will be yours," Chu Linfeng said indifferently.

"Who is this woman? I’ve never seen her before. A woman wanting to be the City Lord of Lisha City? That’s laughable!"

"Does she really think her looks can win them over? The three women beside that young man are all beauties of unmatched elegance. How could he possibly be interested in her? She must have another motive!"

"Is she insulting Lisha City, thinking there’s no one here? The Hong Family Patriarch, Hong Chao, is a powerful practitioner of the Third Layer of Venerable Martial, known for his kind demeanor and care for others. In my opinion, he should be the one to succeed as City Lord."

As the discussion continued, more spectators gathered. It seemed they had already forgotten about the death of the City Lord and were now engaged in a lively debate. Yet, the middle-aged woman appeared unfazed by the mutterings, her eyes fixed intently on Chu Linfeng, as if trying to read his soul.

"As long as one has the ability. Right now, the Ghost Race is occupied by the Nether Race, and the Beast Race by the Ghost Race. Even Human King Xiang Shaolong has been slain. But the Ghost and Nether Races have not yet made moves against the Human Race, likely due to your influence. Even though the Human Race seems weakest among the three, your presence makes it the strongest. If I can become City Lord of Lisha City, it will undoubtedly become more prosperous and wealthy," the middle-aged woman said.

Chu Linfeng smiled slightly and replied, "You seem to know quite a lot. How did you find all this out? The news shouldn’t have spread this quickly!"

"In the Netherworld, there’s an intelligence organization many are aware of, called Celestial Net. I am in charge of it, so naturally, I know these things before others. I believe you will also choose someone truly capable of defending Lisha City as its City Lord; otherwise, you would have already let the Ghost Race occupy the Human territory," the middle-aged woman said with a smile.

"Celestial Net? It’s the first time I’ve heard of it. But if you’re so confident, what is your current strength? You should know that with weak strength, you can’t command respect and might be constantly hunted down," Chu Linfeng said.

"Late-stage Fourth Level of Venerable Martial Realm. I have three practitioners of the Third Layer of Venerable Martial in my Celestial Net. I believe if I become City Lord of Lisha City, no one will dare harm me. I’m sure you would agree," the woman stated confidently.

"Late-stage Fourth Realm of Venerable Martial? That’s indeed unexpected. Seems like you have a clever method of concealing your strength, but that’s not the main point because I won’t agree to it," Chu Linfeng said with a smile.

His words left everyone stunned. Rejecting someone of the Fourth-Realm Venerable Martial strength meant his requirements were incredibly high. Could it be a practitioner of the Fifth Layer of Venerable Martial? Many began speculating, unable to understand his reasoning.

However, the middle-aged woman did not show disappointment. Instead, she smiled and said, "It seems you are indeed not simple. Not only are you powerful, but you think intricately. So, what conditions do you need?"

Xiao Qiang and Lin Ruoxi among others looked at Chu Linfeng with curiosity, unsure of his reasoning. "I repeat my earlier statement, anyone with a suitable candidate can come to the City Lord’s Mansion. The rewards remain the same; the premise is that they must possess at least Third Layer Venerable Martial strength," Chu Linfeng said.

Having said that, he no longer looked at the middle-aged woman but turned and prepared to leave. With such a cold attitude, anyone else might have gotten angry, but the woman maintained her smile. As Chu Linfeng turned to leave, she also walked away, leaving the onlookers puzzled.

Chu Linfeng and Feiyu’s group headed straight to the City Lord’s Mansion. Quite a few people had already left the mansion, though some remained. When they saw Chu Linfeng’s group, they were filled with fear, afraid he would harm them.

Understanding the people’s reactions, Chu Linfeng said, "Don’t be afraid. Continue doing what you’ve always done, but your salaries will be doubled. Don’t be frightened because we killed the previous City Lord. He was simply unfit to be the City Lord of Lisha City."

Many people were baffled, wondering why someone was deemed unfit to be City Lord when the former City Lord managed Lisha City so well. Yet, they dared not question Chu Linfeng, unaware that the former City Lord’s death resulted from being out of touch with reality.

Soon, the group entered the main hall. Sitting at the top, Chu Linfeng examined the City Lord’s mansion. Although it couldn’t compare with the City Lord’s Mansion of Qingtian City, it was considered luxurious.

"Lin Feng, why didn’t you agree to that middle-aged woman’s request? You know Celestial Net is formidable. They’re not only an intelligence organization but also an assassin group with hidden identities. Their public request today shows sincerity, and her strength is impressive. I don’t think you’ll find a more suitable candidate," Princess Yiyi couldn’t help but say.

"She is not suitable to be City Lord of Lisha City. This matter is settled; stop discussing it. I have my own considerations," Chu Linfeng said.

Young Master Feiyu remarked, "Lin Feng, you’ve progressed tremendously. When I first met you, you were entirely different. I know this City Lord’s Mansion well. How about we celebrate today?"

"Alright! You make the arrangements. Once we take care of Human Race matters, we’ll find Ouyang Hong. I wonder what he’s up to," Chu Linfeng said with a smile.

Feiyu left to organize the banquet, leaving Chu Linfeng with just four others in the hall. Xiao Qiang couldn’t resist asking, "Are you planning to leave after finding Ouyang Hong? What are your plans for your departure?"

"Xiao Qiang, let’s not discuss this now. I know what you’re getting at, but I’ll provide a satisfactory answer when the time comes. For now, you can ease up on your role as the Human King to avoid any trouble," Chu Linfeng said.

Xiao Qiang gave Chu Linfeng a puzzled look but remained silent. Kong Feifei, however, spoke up, "Lin Feng, are you planning to make that Celestial Net woman the Human King? You know that appointing a woman as Human King will provoke much criticism. You must think it over."

"Feifei, you know? Yes, I plan to make her the Human King. Only someone like her can contend with the Ghost and Nether Races. It’s not that I distrust the Lord of Netherworld and the Netherworld Lord. If I remain in the Netherworld, they’ll never target the Human Race. But since I’ll eventually leave, I must prepare for the worst because I am one of the Human Race," Chu Linfeng said.

"Even if she becomes the Human King, she won’t stand a chance against the Ghost and Nether Races. A Fourth-Realm Venerable Martial strength isn’t a match for my father or the Netherworld lord. You’re essentially setting her up for disaster. I think it’s inappropriate," Kong Feifei said.

"Fourth Level of Venerable Martial? You’ve all been fooled. This woman is at least at the late-stage Fifth Layer of Venerable Martial Realm. For a woman to have such strength is quite remarkable, and she’s also the head of an organization. Doesn’t she need special abilities to lead those people?

All right, choose your accommodations. I have something to do outside for a while. By the time I come back, Feiyu should have arranged the banquet, and I’ll let you know the result," Chu Linfeng said before leaving.