Online: I Can See Health Bars Chapter 1313 - 584: The Power Gap_3

Swish—

In an instant, as a voice of accusation pierced the air, everyone surrounding Li Debang recoiled, creating a void. Even those who were just moments before his closest confidants now fixed him with hostile gazes.

"No! It wasn't me! I'm no demon!"

Li Debang's words were laced with sheer panic.

"I merely came to find Hou Mo for a bit of leisure and drink. I never imagined that upon reaching the entrance, I'd discover Lord Tai's body. I swear, it truly wasn't me!!"

As he spoke, he nervously drew his sword. This action startled those nearby, causing them to draw their own weapons simultaneously. He then pressed the blade against his own throat.

"Lord Tai was like a father to me, treating me as his own son. I respected and revered him. How could I possibly harm him! If you refuse to believe me and insist on branding me a demon, I'll take my own life right here to prove my innocence! All I ask is that after my death, you find the true culprit and avenge both me and Lord Tai!"

After all, a demon is merely a disguise of human skin, and once that skin is shed, the true form is revealed.

Li Debang possessed a simple nature, and this was the only desperate measure he could devise to clear his name.

His method of proving innocence was incredibly extreme.

Yet, among the onlookers, how many could be truly certain he wasn't merely acting?

Demons were known for their cunning, their masterful manipulation of human emotions!!

The few individuals who were once close to Li Debang were moved to tears by his plight.

"Alright! Brother, just one swift strike is all we ask. If you are indeed a demon, we shall slay the beast and eradicate the evil, avenging both you and Lord Tai! If you are not a demon, then we shall search every corner of Thunder City and dedicate our lives to uncovering the truth of this matter!"

At this juncture, it seemed Li Debang was left with no other option but to end his life.

However, he desperately did not wish to die!

His legs felt like jelly, his hands trembled uncontrollably, and a profound despair began to consume his heart.

And precisely then...

A carefree, strangely out-of-place voice cut through the tension.

"What are all of you up to?"

Everyone turned to see the newcomer: it was none other than the esteemed Guest Elder of the Forest Snake Gang in Thunder City, Mr. Diao!

"It appears to be quite a lively gathering."

A head peeked out from behind Fang Yu, its owner blinking curiously, seemingly in good spirits.

It was Mrs. Diao! Mr. Diao’s wife!

Fang Yu’s sudden appearance caused the charged atmosphere at the scene to instantly dissipate.

Those who had been ready to meet their end suddenly lost their fervor. The ones who had been urging others toward death began to feel a pang of shame, lowering their heads, unable to meet anyone's gaze.

"Mr. Diao! Where have you been!"

Fa Hongbao eagerly stepped forward.

Indeed, only Mr. Diao could provide him with a sense of reassurance!

While Miss Qiu might possess considerable power, she wasn't aligned with him, which only fueled his apprehension.

"Young Master Diao, you've arrived a bit late, but we've nearly uncovered the full truth of this situation."

Fang Yu was taken aback by this news.

This was truly excellent news.

It would save him a considerable amount of trouble.

"So, what's the current state of affairs?"

Fang Yu inquired of Fa Hongbao.

Swish—

Fa Hongbao directly gestured toward Li Debang.

"He's a demon. He murdered the patrolling Hou Mo and assumed Hou Mo's human guise. Hou Mo was Tai Xuelin's trusted subordinate. After deceiving Tai Xuelin's trust, he silently assassinated Tai Xuelin, intending to use the stolen human skin to disguise himself until he could successfully escape the Forest Snake Gang!"

Could this truly be the case??

Fang Yu glanced at the man with the sword at his throat, his eyes brimming with tears.

[Li Debang: 1426/1426.]

Fang Yu:...

Fang Yu:?

Fang Yu:???

No way, a Thousand-Blood Demon??

What is this, are you serious?

A Thousand-Blood Demon taking down a Hall Master-level expert who possesses four thousand blood??? Do you have any comprehension of the vast power disparity involved???