Perhaps due to the purification of the patterns on the ground and the filtering by the plane's consciousness, Han Li could sense that this energy was exceptionally pure.
He tried absorbing a strand of the energy into his body and immediately felt a soul-refreshing sensation.
This made him somewhat addicted, and unconsciously, he lowered his guard and absorbed all the energy coming his way.
It wasn't until all the energy was exhausted that Han Li snapped out of this state, shivering involuntarily.
This feeling was truly irresistible. No wonder the King of Slaughter could control the people here so tightly with just Bloody Mary.
Han Li exhaled lightly and walked out of the arena, deciding that he must carefully study this later.
As he approached the stands, the people around him retreated, making way for him.
Han Li ignored these people and calmly walked back to his original spot, feeling quite satisfied. It seemed his earlier display of power had its benefits, saving him many initial troubles.
"Shall we continue watching or leave?"
Dugu Bo asked casually upon seeing him return.
While the veiled woman was explaining the layout of the inner city to the others, Han Li focused on the evil soul master he had seen in the records. He politely borrowed a few Bloody Marys from him but didn't kill him outright, instead tossing him into a random house.
Perhaps, before Tang San from the original story arrived, there had been other ruthless individuals here? People who made the King of Slaughter so pained that he had to establish these impossible rules? Could only people with significant backgrounds like Tang San and Hu Liena, succeed?
Han Li shook his head, dismissing these random thoughts.
"Please follow me, but since you're no longer under the novice protection period, you must stay five meters away from me once outside. I apologize for this."
Following behind the group, Han Li gradually left the Hell Slaughter Arena and entered the relatively clean residential area.
"Let's go find a permanent residence. The nights here will only get more chaotic."
Although called a residential area, it wasn't much, but the buildings were significantly cleaner than other places in the inner city.
After all, under the eaves, one has to bow their head. Even with the backing of the Spirit Hall, Han Li didn't want to confront the King of Slaughter directly yet.
And the smell of blood was much fainter here.
"We periodically send people to clean this area."
Han Li glanced at the veiled woman and made a decision.
Han Li nodded without saying anything. It was best to follow some rules.
"Yes, I will follow the rules."
Here, only by being stronger and more ruthless than others can one secure a foothold and avoid being devoured.
The law of the jungle had its best illustration in the City of Slaughter, which was why Han Li had been so vengeful earlier.
With the group in front and Han Li behind, maintaining a distance, the previously prying eyes temporarily disappeared.
It could be anticipated that, for a long time, he would be considered a subordinate, contributing to the City of Slaughter. Causing too much trouble wouldn't be good.
Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, the group walked out of the Hell Slaughter Arena.
Who cares, everyone has connections.
Luckily so, otherwise, not to mention the others, even with just Han Li alone, the people of Douluo Continent wouldn't be enough for him to kill, let alone these soul masters in the inner city.
Han Li had learned from the earlier conversations around the stands that currently, the City of Slaughter had no participants with winning streaks. The rule that competitors must have at least five matches between them was not in effect; as long as there were ten participants, the event could start.
The veiled woman, good at reading expressions, explained seeing the group's reactions.
"Of course, it's not safe here, but everyone tacitly makes their moves more discreetly and rarely destroys the buildings."
"The main safety still relies on one's strength."
The veiled woman added.
"You recommend a location."
Han Li spoke unceremoniously. He believed that as the King of Slaughter's maid, she wouldn't be foolish.
"Northeast, where the living supplies are relatively complete, the houses are good, and there won't be any fierce conflicts for now."
The veiled woman looked at him deeply and pointed northeast.
"Alright, we'll choose there. Anything else to say?"
Han Li immediately decided and looked at the veiled woman.
"No, you're free to do as you wish, but Bloody Mary must be handed in on time."
The veiled woman quickly said.
"Alright, you may leave."
Han Li nodded, directly issuing an order to leave, even though it seemed he was the guest.
"Hopefully, we will have another chance to meet."
The veiled woman bowed and walked away without looking back.
It wasn't until her figure disappeared that Han Li turned to the other four people and smiled, "Alright, let's find a temporary place to stay first."
Choosing a temporary residence did not take much time. With the spiritual power scans from Han Li and Dugu Bo, they quickly selected a large mansion.
After driving away the original owner, the mansion became theirs.
The house was very clean, showing that the previous owner had taken good care of it. Moreover, due to their actions, a lot of supplies were left behind.
After some thought, Han Li gathered those supplies, packed them up, and threw them outside the door.
He then stood outside for a while, letting those who noticed the commotion remember his face, before leisurely returning to the courtyard.
The others were already discussing room arrangements. There were only three larger rooms in the courtyard, and they were all adjacent to each other.
It was finally decided that the three women would stay together in the largest room in the middle, while Han Li and Dugu Bo would stay on either side to better respond to any emergencies.
As for food, there was no need to worry. Before entering, they had purchased a large amount of food, enough to feed the five of them for three years, as long as they didn't indulge in banquets every day.
"For the next few days, the three of you should avoid making any moves. Grandpa and I will take turns first. Once everything is arranged, you can then step in."
After solving the issues of accommodation and food, they started discussing their future life. Han Li, after a moment of contemplation, looked at the three of them.
"Alright, we'll follow your lead. It will give us time to adapt to this place," Shui Bing'er was the first to speak. She was the one who needed the most psychological adjustment among the three of them. Among everyone present, her sense of morality was the strongest.
Xiu'er had long been prepared for a killing spree. Having grown up with Han Li, she only cared about him, and her style naturally aligned with his.
Dugu Yan, influenced by Dugu Bo and having spent time at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, had seen enough to quickly accept the situation.
Only Shui Bing'er, who had formed her basic worldview before meeting them, had previously lived in an orderly world. Despite Han Li's efforts to lower her moral baseline beforehand, today's events had a significant impact on her.
"Feel free to come to me if you need anything," Han Li softened his tone, looking at her with considerable gentleness.
"Don't worry, since I chose to come, I won't be a burden," Shui Bing'er responded seriously, expressing her determination.
"No rush, take your time," Dugu Yan hugged her, playfully comforting Shui Bing'er in her unique way.
"Do we have to drink that Bloody Mary?"
Dugu Bo asked with a frown. Although he had a quirky personality and was ruthless in killing, he was very averse to such things. He was human, not a beast.
"No need, leave it to me. It might take a few days, but I can't accept it either," Han Li decisively shook his head, indicating his refusal as well.
"For the next few days, you should purify everyone once a day. I'll study it first and then take over," Han Li said, directing his gaze to Dugu Bo after some thought.
"Alright," Dugu Bo agreed after a moment's pause, then carefully observed the three girls, noticing some subtle differences.
"Although it's still very weak, just being here affects them. No wonder people outside go mad. Over time, even a normal person would lose their sanity," he remarked, using his soul power to purify the three girls.
"Yes, it's worse outside, but the Hell Slaughter Arena is the biggest source of pollution. Even just watching will contaminate you," Han Li's right eye flashed red as he seriously observed the strange aura on the three girls.
"However, this might be a good way to enhance our combat power. It can't be entirely expelled, or we might have problems when we leave," Han Li put away his eagle eye external soul bone, his eyes shining. This was one of the reasons he came here.
The killing intent tainted with divine power was a limited resource. Once missed, it wouldn't come again, so he had to take advantage of it.
With the presence of plane consciousness and faith power, unless Shura descended directly, this thing wouldn't escape his grasp. Even if Shura was displeased, he would have to accept it, especially since Han Li wasn't violating any rules.
"You decide, I will just provide support," Dugu Bo retracted his soul power, responding indifferently.
He didn't think his brain worked better than Han Li's. With an external brain in place, he would just honestly act as muscle. After all, he wouldn't miss out on any benefits.