The Ox-Head and Horse-Faced Demon told Zhang Ling all the truth they knew, which saved Zhang Ling from having to look for someone in confusion and not knowing who to contact to investigate the files.
"God? Are you a god? Can you save me? I am a prince, a mortal prince, a descendant of the royal family. If you can save me, I promise to give you wealth and glory, and endless mountains of gold and silver."
"God, please save me first. My father is the Grand Marshal of 800,000 troops. He loves me the most. If you can save me, I promise that he will make you king and rule the country!"
"God, please save me. I am a stunning beauty in this country, with a graceful figure and the best way to serve others. If you save me, I will pledge my life to you, working tirelessly for you forever, without any regrets."
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After several mortals who had just died learned that Zhang Ling was an immortal, they seemed to have grasped the last straw, their faces turned crazy, and noisy voices echoed throughout the Zouyin Bridge.
"Noisy!"
"Snap!" The Bull-Headed and Horse-Faced Demon raised the whips in their hands, and then a few screams were heard. Soon the place became completely quiet. The wandering souls trembled and dared not say a word.
"What do you think of the gods? Do you think that the so-called wealth, fame, power and beauty of the mortal world can move us? How shallow."
Horse-Faced Guard agreed with Bull-Head's words: "That's right, superficial!"
Seeing this, Zhang Ling smiled but said nothing. This little episode added a bit of fun to the eerie and terrifying journey.
After walking for about half an hour, the Yellow Spring water flowing under the bridge became more turbulent, as if a giant monster was roaring under the water, casting a sinister glance at them.
"My friend, we are almost there!"
Zhang Ling followed the direction pointed by the ox head and saw a large number of palaces and tall buildings in the distance. If it were not for the eerie and dark place, he would have thought he had accidentally entered some mortal world.
"Thank you both for your tireless journey. I am Zhang Ling, the mountain god of Jieyang Mountain. Please come visit me when you have time!"
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