Without a moment's hesitation, Yu Kai resolutely stepped into the dark, deep passage. Within, a sinister aura permeated like thick ink, and faint flickering lights, like will-o'-the-wisp, swayed in the eerie atmosphere. His form was lightning-fast, and each step seemed to fold space. With each stride, he covered a thousand miles, and in the blink of an eye, he stood before the gates of hell.
The Ghost Gate was tightly shut, its two towering stone doors covered in ancient and mysterious runes. Those runes seemed to speak of the vicissitudes of time, emanating a solemn and austere aura, as if warning any who would dare to trespass.
Yu Kai had no intention of alarming the Bull-Head and Horse-Face guarding the place, so he immediately used the art of concealment. He passed through the city gate silently like an invisible and intangible gust of cold wind, and rushed towards the mysterious restricted area deep in the underworld.
Walking along the Yellow Springs Road, the red spider lilies bloomed wildly, their blood-red petals swaying gently in the wind, as if whispering endless sorrow and resentment. Their seductive posture added a strange and poignant atmosphere to the Yellow Springs Road.
At Golden Rooster Ridge and Evil Dog Ridge, he encountered the Black and White Impermanence of yesteryear. Time seemed especially kind to them, leaving few traces on them. Their strength remained the same, with no improvement at all. Soon, Yu Kai arrived at Fengdu City.
Yu Kai paused briefly above Fengdu City. With his acute senses, he instantly detected a familiar aura. He immediately channeled his spiritual energy, slowly closed his eyes, and concentrated his mind, completely immersing his consciousness in it. After a meticulous deduction, he pinpointed the source of the aura and, like an arrow, shot away.
Behind Fengdu City, a majestic palace rose from the ground, like a dormant black beast, emanating a mysterious and majestic aura. Surrounding the palace, countless ghostly soldiers and generals stood in neat rows. Clad in inky black armor, their hands tightly gripped eerie, cold weapons, their expressions solemn, like statues, they faithfully guarded this mysterious palace. Yu Kai, like a silent, chilling breeze, lightly descended upon the main hall.
Entering the main hall, the interior was simple yet solemn. Sitting upright on a chair in the center was a middle-aged man with an air of immortality and an otherworldly aura. His face was kind, and his eyes, as deep as the vast starry sky, seemed to hold endless wisdom and mysteries.
At that moment, he was absorbed in reviewing the documents on his desk. His brush moved freely, the tip of the brush tracing across the paper, leaving behind a series of vigorous and powerful strokes. Although Yu Kai had made no sound when he entered, the man still sensed him. He slowly raised his head, his sharp gaze resting on Yu Kai. A fleeting, almost imperceptible flash of shock crossed his eyes, and then he gracefully lowered the brush.
A kind smile appeared on the middle-aged man's face, and he said, "Indeed, the person chosen by the Earth Mother is truly extraordinary! In just a few decades, he has cultivated to the strength of a mid-stage Great Emperor. It is truly astonishing!"
Upon hearing this, Yu Kai hurriedly bowed respectfully, clasping his hands and saying, "Thank you very much, Senior, for your generous help back then. Yu Kai is deeply grateful!"
"That's fine. You're blessed with great fortune. Even if I hadn't intervened, you would have been able to turn misfortune into fortune." The middle-aged man smiled and gently gestured for Yu Kai to stand up. He then pointed to the stool next to him and said, "Sit down. Let's sit down and talk slowly."
Yu Kai took his seat as instructed, a puzzled look on his face as he asked, "Senior, you just mentioned that Mother Earth values me. What's the reason for this?"
"When I returned triumphantly from the Demon-Subduing Pass, Her Majesty specifically instructed me to pay close attention to your situation and to lend a hand if you were in trouble." The middle-aged man spoke as he skillfully brewed tea, his movements flowing like water and displaying his elegance.
"Senior, I have never met the Earth Mother. Is it because of my mother? After all, I have no connection with the Earth Mother." Yu Kai continued to ask.
The middle-aged man handed the brewed tea to Yu Kai with just the right amount of force and angle, saying, "That's right. Your mother has a very good relationship with our mother and the Goddess Nuwa, and their friendship is deep."
Yu Kai calmly took the tea that flew towards him and asked respectfully again, "May I know your name, Senior, and what is your status in this underworld?"
The middle-aged man smiled slightly and said, "My mount attacked you back then and nearly killed you."
Upon hearing this, Yu Kai suddenly understood. He quickly stood up again, bowed respectfully, and said gratefully, "I understand. Thank you for your help twice! If it weren't for your secret protection, I'm afraid I would have lost my life long ago. I will never forget your great kindness!"
It turned out that this person was the famous Taiyi Rescuer of Sufferings in the underworld, the former leader of the Netherworld, and the master of Jiuling Yuansheng.
No wonder he was able to easily kill the Dragon Ancestor and those Heavenly Lords who tried to kill Yu Kai. This shows his profound strength and lofty status.
"No need to be so polite. What brings you all the way to the underworld?" Taiyi Jiuku Tianzun looked at Yu Kai gently and asked.
"Senior, I want to enter the restricted area of the underworld again." Yu Kai asked sincerely and firmly.
"The restricted area is the core area of my underworld and the source of energy for the entire underworld. It is of vital importance to my underworld and concerns the rise and fall and survival of the underworld. I really dare not let you in on my own!" Taiyi Jiuku Tianzun looked embarrassed and solemn.
"Senior, I promise you that after entering the restricted area, I will never destroy anything inside. I have reasons for having to enter, so please help me!" Yu Kai said, bowing deeply again with an extremely sincere attitude.
"Now that the war with Asia has temporarily stopped, the Emperor of Fengdu has returned to the restricted area to take charge. Even if I agree to let you in, with the Emperor of Fengdu's temper, he will definitely not agree." Taiyi Jiuku Tianzun said seriously with a serious expression.
"Is there no other way?" Yu Kai was extremely anxious, his eyes full of worry. He asked, "Has Mother Earth returned? I want to see her. Perhaps she can understand my difficulties."
"They haven't returned yet. Now most of the gods in the underworld have returned to the underworld. The Earth Mother has taken on the heavy responsibility of staying behind and is always on guard against sudden attacks from Asia." Taiyi Jiuku Tianzun answered truthfully.
"How powerful is the King of Fengdu?" Yu Kai bit his lips tightly, his eyes revealing a determination, as if he had made some kind of decision.
"What do you want to do? Are you trying to force your way in?" Taiyi Jiuku Tianzun stared at Yu Kai with a serious expression, warning him sternly, "He's a peak Dao Emperor, his power is unfathomable! Inside the restricted area are also great gods like Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva and the Emperor of Mount Tai, all of whom possess extraordinary power. If you rush in, you'll undoubtedly be courting death, with no chance of survival!"
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