I Am Unaware That I Am the Peerless Martial God Chapter 1368: Attack of the Spirits and Monsters

Perfected Yuheng was considered a legendary, god-like figure within the realm of demon hunting. Even the upper echelons of the Demon Hunting Department held him in immense regard.

Yet, currently, he didn't even dare to breathe heavily in Mr. Wu's presence, addressing himself merely as a junior while clearly trembling with trepidation.

Xu Rong observed this scene with complex emotions, her heart buffeted by waves of shock.

The air grew thick with awkwardness, and the aged Daoist priest appeared visibly anxious and ashamed.

Wu Tao, however, remained indifferent to such formalities, showing no interest in maintaining an arrogant or aloof persona. Upon hearing the purpose of the man's visit, a glimmer of appreciation lit up his eyes.

"How rare."

"It is truly commendable that you hold such a drive to eradicate demons and uphold the Dao, even traveling from afar to endure this bitter wait. Such a righteous Dao Heart is more precious than any treasure."

"As for your level of Cultivation, do not place too much weight upon it. With the Qi on the Blue Planet being so sparse, the fact that you have achieved minor success in the Dao is enough to make you look down upon millions with pride."

"However, if your goal is to cleanse the demonic spirit lurking in this lake..."

"Sigh..."

At this moment, Wu Tao looked toward the old Daoist and emitted a soft sigh.

Perfected Yuheng brimmed with utter thrill upon hearing these words of encouragement. Simultaneously, he remained painfully aware that his own Cultivation was no match for the presence within the water. The fact that the senior was speaking so tactfully moved him to immense gratitude.

Bowing hastily in reverence, Yuhengzi’s eyes reflected only somber concern.

"My limited Cultivation is a source of great shame to me, Senior."

"That demonic spirit is truly formidable. I wonder if you, Senior, have a method to confront it?"

Despite knowing his own lack of strength, his resolve to purge evil and protect the Dao remained unshakable. Such a man undoubtedly possessed a righteous Dao Heart, a quality rarely seen.

Wu Tao expressed a touch of compassion and offered a light nod.

"Wait quietly over there."

As the command was issued, Perfected Yuheng bowed in joyous surprise, hurrying to wait obediently on the sidelines without daring to utter a single syllable without leave.

Although his aptitudes were modest, he was still able to grasp the profound implication behind the senior's words.

The senior intended to intervene personally and had granted him the privilege of observing. While he could not fathom the exact realm the senior had reached, it was surely far beyond his own. Such a prospect was likely a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity; how much he could discern or comprehend would depend entirely on his own karma.

The small boat rocked gently, casting faint ripples, and the surrounding area lapsed back into profound silence.

In those moments, both Xu Rong and the newly arrived Perfected Yuheng waited with utter patience, their eyes betraying a mixture of nervousness and anticipation.

Nearby on the shoreline, the members of the demon hunting squad, who had been waiting for a long time with growing frustration, steered another small craft toward them.

Upon seeing from a distance that Wu Tao and Xu Rong were still idling while fishing, someone could no longer contain their impatience and began to mutter.

"Why is the captain still just fishing with that character?"

"What is even happening here!"

"We were deployed for a classified mission, and it has devolved into some sort of leisurely excursion?"

"This simply doesn't match the captain's typical work style!"

"Sigh, who could possibly know..."

Li Weiwei, who steered the boat, also wore a frustrated expression. Upon hearing the complaints directed at the captain, she turned around in irritation to snap at the others before continuing to maneuver the vessel closer.

"The captain has never bungled a job in her life. Why are you all so full of chatter!"

Despite her words, she felt a nagging sense of doubt in her own heart.

Throughout the years since she joined the Demon Hunting Department, the captain had always been swift and decisive in her operations. Never had she displayed such a sluggish, recreational attitude, as though she were a completely different person.

Moreover, today’s mission was of the highest urgency.

The more she dwelt upon it, the more wrong everything felt.

Could it be that the captain had truly set aside official duties to go on a date?

The thought only fueled her rising frustration.

The journey took merely a few minutes, but by the time she arrived, Li Weiwei’s expression had soured considerably.

Only upon approaching the middle of the lake did she notice the presence of an unfamiliar Daoist priest on board. The group sat quietly in the boat, appearing as if they were waiting for their fortunes to be told.

The team members also scrutinized them with puzzled looks, murmuring incessantly to one another.

Suddenly, Li Weiwei cut the engine and pulled alongside, unable to refrain from casting a pointed glance at Xu Rong.

"Captain..."

"Captain! What are you all doing? When are these two idlers going to take their leave? Are we intending to complete our urgent mission or not?"

Idlers?

Hearing Li Weiwei’s unrestrained, hushed complaints, Xu Rong—listening from the adjacent boat—felt her heart leap into her throat.

This girl truly possessed no filter.

What kind of terrifying existence was Mr. Wu?

His capability was heaven-defying, and his casual display of power already transcended the comprehension of common mortals. Even the General Bureau afforded him the greatest respect.

As for Perfected Yuheng... he was, at the very least, a master of demon hunting. Even if he chose not to react to the slight in Mr. Wu's presence, he was certainly not someone a mere subordinate could slander.

Xu Rong felt her blood pressure skyrocket. She struggled to suppress her normally fiery temper, longing to reveal their true identities just to force these subordinates into line.

However, the power these two wielded was far too significant, and the day's operation held extreme importance. It was not something that could be justified in a few sentences, nor could it be shared with outsiders.

She could only swallow her annoyance, shoot them a sharp warning glare, and address her team in a stern, low voice.

"Remember the Demon Hunting Department's code! Do not dare to ask questions that are off-limits. Follow your orders and stay focused!"

Faced with that familiar authoritative tone, Li Weiwei and the rest finally reined in their outbursts and sat quietly in the boat. But watching their captain so submissively accompanying Wu Tao, they found the sight increasingly bizarre.

The Cold-Faced Asura, Xu Rong—a talent renowned throughout Pingjiang City—was actually acting so well-behaved, even gentle. Her usual persona had utterly disintegrated.

What a waste, they thought, surely she had been bewitched!

Li Weiwei stared at Wu Tao with unconcealed resentment. The more she observed his laid-back demeanor, the more her displeasure grew.

"Honestly... what is even appealing about a guy like this?"

"I have no idea how he managed to worm his way in here."

Her complaints were abruptly silenced.

The calm lake began to surge, ripples radiating from the center toward the perimeter. These waves never ceased; the tremors intensified until the entire lake surface shook violently!

Before anyone could process the events, the ripples transformed into tidal waves.

"Splash!"

Water erupted with a roar, the sound echoing across the lake as if they were caught in the middle of a raging ocean!

Both boats were buffeted by the rising waves, rocking erratically. Li Weiwei and her team’s complexions turned pale as they gazed toward the disturbance. Less than a few meters from them, where the fishing line had been cast, the water began to boil!

Bubbles the size of large basins surged to the surface, making it look as though the lake was superheating.

Suddenly, the Demon Hunting members assumed combat postures and cried out in alarm.

"Look there! Something is emerging!"

Perfected Yuheng's eyelid twitched, his face fixed in extreme tension. His aged eyes scanned the terrifying bubbles with growing restlessness.

In a matter of seconds, a primal, instinctive fear gripped everyone present.

As the situation devolved into chaos, some members instinctively retreated. Even the seasoned demon hunters had never witnessed such a grotesque spectacle in this region, and the sudden shift left them visibly terrified.

Wu Tao, however, remained as stationary as a mountain, calmly watching the bubbles expand.

Only after glimpsing a massive, dark silhouette beneath the surface did he slowly rise and turn to address the group.

"None of you are to move recklessly."

Hearing these instructions, a panicked Li Weiwei could no longer hold herself back. She stood up, glaring at him as she retorted.

"I can't stand you anymore! We have no idea what threats are out here! What could you possibly know to be bossing us around? You..."

Before she finished, a piercing glare from Xu Rong rendered her silent.

Wu Tao ignored the trivial interruption and continued his command. He drew a paper talisman from his garments, plastered it onto the side of the neighboring skiff, and traced a circle through the air.

"Stay only within this skiff. Regardless of what manifests, do not move and do not step outside this circle. I guarantee your safety."

As he spoke, he gestured, causing Xu Rong and Perfected Yuheng to jump onto the neighboring craft immediately.

The strange directions, followed by their instant compliance, left Li Weiwei and her team in a state of suspicion and indignation. They turned to watch Xu Rong, seeking answers to the mystery.

Then, a thunderous boom erupted!

A massive column of water blasted into the sky, soaring dozens of feet high!