The Undying Netherworld Emperor’s expression kept shifting.
This news had struck him too hard. Before this, although Dongbo Xueying had ruined his plans to refine the Deathwalker through the ‘Sacrifice,’ deep down, he hadn’t considered Dongbo Xueying a true threat.
First, this ‘Flying Snow Emperor’ would likely take an unfathomably long time to reach the Ultimate level. The number of cultivators in the Heart Realm Continent who had achieved the Ultimate realm was proof enough—it was an incredibly difficult feat.
Second, even if he did reach the Ultimate realm and wielded a Hunyuan divine weapon, the Undying Netherworld Emperor believed that by burning the blood in his heart, he could still match him in strength. The Flying Snow Emperor wouldn’t be able to threaten his life. And even if he didn’t want to burn too much of his heart’s blood, he could always flee into the ‘Broken Tooth Mountain Range.’ After all, he had no attachments left in the Heart Realm Continent.
At his level, with no ties to hold him back, his only pursuit was to become a Hunyuan lifeform! His previous attempt had failed, leaving only the Broken Tooth Mountain Range as his last hope.
“At worst, I’ll hide in the Broken Tooth Mountain Range,” the Undying Netherworld Emperor had once thought calmly.
But now, he was stunned.
“This Flying Snow Emperor’s reputation in the Broken Tooth Mountain Range is far too great. Every faction is eager to befriend him. If I flee there, all he needs is a single command, and even some Emperors—perhaps even the Paramount Monarchs—would willingly act against me. I’d be doomed!” The Undying Netherworld Emperor grew frantic.
“Even staying in the Heart Realm Continent isn’t safe. I’ve underestimated this Flying Snow Emperor.”
“Once he reaches the Ultimate realm, wielding a Hunyuan divine weapon, his combat power will be no weaker than mine when I burn my heart’s blood. On top of that, he has that terrifying illusory realm technique—even some Imperial-level experts have succumbed to it. My strength would likely drop as a result,” the Undying Netherworld Emperor mused darkly. “Once weakened, I’d no longer be his match. He’d hunt me down relentlessly. And once the blood in my heart is exhausted, my power would plummet further. At that point, it wouldn’t just be a chase—I’d lose my life.”
The Undying Netherworld Emperor could vividly imagine that scenario.
Most importantly…
Reason told him that this outcome was highly likely to come true!
Given the terrifying speed of the Flying Snow Emperor’s cultivation, his talent was clearly monstrous. His mastery of the Void Path had already been demonstrated during the battle at Flying Snow City, proving his profound accumulation. With supreme secret legacies in hand and such immense prestige in the Broken Tooth Mountain Range, many World Lords were likely offering him treasures willingly. Even the opportunities within the Floating Islands were probably within his grasp.
With all these advantages, the Flying Snow Emperor’s ascension to the Ultimate realm might not be far off!
“If he reaches the Ultimate, I’m finished.”
“In a direct battle, his illusory techniques would be devastating. Burning all my heart’s blood would only delay the inevitable. Fleeing to the Broken Tooth Mountain Range? That’d be suicide!”
“There’s no way out!”
“No way out at all!”
The Undying Netherworld Emperor’s eyes turned icy and frenzied.
He was not one to surrender easily. In the past, he had clashed with terrifying powerhouses from countless source worlds and civilizations. He had even devised the method to refine Deathwalkers and succeeded in creating one. His name had once shaken the cosmos. Even after sacrificing his Deathwalker, he had managed to escape back to his homeland, the Heart Realm Continent.
Many who were no weaker than him—some even more brilliant—had ultimately fallen into despair in those forsaken worlds.
“Flying Snow Emperor, the choice is yours now,” the Undying Netherworld Emperor resolved silently.
“I’ll take my leave now. We’ll meet again another time,” the Undying Netherworld Emperor stood up.
“So soon?” The chubby old man chuckled, sipping his wine.
“Yes, it’s time to return.”
Without another word, the Undying Netherworld Emperor turned and vanished in a single step.
Had he known earlier about Dongbo Xueying’s influence in the Broken Tooth Mountain Range, he would never have ventured there. It was far too dangerous!
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The Undying Netherworld Emperor returned silently to the Heart Realm Continent. Here, under the rules set by ‘Meta,’ even the true apex powerhouses of the Broken Tooth Mountain Range couldn’t enter. For now, no one could threaten him.
But this was only temporary.
Once Dongbo Xueying reached the Ultimate realm, calamity would descend upon him.
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“Whoosh—”
A fierce wind howled as snow swirled violently.
Dongbo Xueying sat alone in a pavilion, sipping warm wine. An invisible barrier around the pavilion kept the storm at bay. The snowflakes danced wildly in the chaos, yet the pavilion remained serene, filled with the fragrance of wine.
“Hmm?” Dongbo Xueying frowned and looked up.
A ripple descended.
The wind stilled. The snow scattered. Above the lake, the ripple gathered the power of heaven and earth, coalescing into a figure—a handsome youth clad in resplendent golden robes, a crown upon his head.
“The Undying Netherworld Emperor? Here?” Dongbo Xueying was startled. While many invincible existences had visited Flying Snow City, the arrival of the Undying Netherworld Emperor was unexpected. Their enmity was known throughout the Heart Realm Continent.
“Netherworld Emperor, what brings you here?” Dongbo Xueying spoke calmly.
“Won’t you invite me to sit?” The Undying Netherworld Emperor smiled, his beauty almost ethereal.
Dongbo Xueying raised an eyebrow. Had this been the Emperor’s true body, he would have struck with his Hunyuan divine weapon, the ‘Azure River Spear,’ long before the Emperor could approach Flying Snow City. But since this was merely an avatar, he saw no harm in entertaining the visit. If the other had the audacity to come, Dongbo Xueying had the grace to receive him.
“Have a seat,” Dongbo Xueying said, remaining cross-legged without rising. He had no fondness for the Undying Netherworld Emperor.
“Hahaha…” The Undying Netherworld Emperor laughed as he strode forward and sat down. Casually, he picked up the wine jug, summoned a cup with a wave of his hand, and poured himself a drink. After a sip, he remarked, “The wine is mediocre, but since it’s the Flying Snow Emperor’s, its value multiplies immeasurably.”
Dongbo Xueying studied him carefully.
This politeness, this flattery—it was unlike the Undying Netherworld Emperor. Their feud ran deep. Dongbo Xueying had ruined his grand scheme, and the Emperor had once raged madly, vowing to annihilate all of Flying Snow City in retaliation. Yet now, he was here, offering praise?
“Flying Snow Emperor, it’s true we’ve had our conflicts,” the Undying Netherworld Emperor said. “But to be fair, your stance against all demonic practitioners was never personal. You oppose all fiends, not just me.”
“Indeed,” Dongbo Xueying nodded. “I’m glad you understand.”
“Yet you still ruined my plans,” the Undying Netherworld Emperor said coldly. “In the path of cultivation, severing another’s road is an unforgivable sin.”
Dongbo Xueying listened silently.
“But now, this feud can be resolved,” the Undying Netherworld Emperor smiled.
“How?” Dongbo Xueying asked.
“Haha, you’ve hidden your influence well. Your reputation in the Broken Tooth Mountain Range is staggering—none of the Thirteen Imperial Lords, the Eight Emperors, or the Five Paramount Monarchs would dare underestimate you. You could easily become an honored guest of any Paramount Monarch. Even Emperors would likely offer you gifts willingly,” the Undying Netherworld Emperor remarked.
Dongbo Xueying’s brow twitched. “Your intelligence network is impressive.”
“Had the natives and our Heart Realm Continent exchanged information more freely, this news would’ve spread long ago. In a few years, even the invincible existences will know of it,” the Undying Netherworld Emperor said. “I’ve come to ask for your help. Grant me this, and henceforth, we shall be allies. I’ll cease my slaughter of the weak.”
“What do you need?” Dongbo Xueying asked. If things escalated, it wouldn’t be ideal. The Undying Netherworld Emperor’s rampages were hard to stop.
“Gather fifteen ‘Darkblooms’ for me and send me into the ‘Fang Corridor,'” the Undying Netherworld Emperor stated. “Do this, and our feud ends. You may even demand rewards from me—I’ll agree to anything. Need me to act on your behalf? I’ll comply. As for no longer slaughtering? Once I enter the Fang Corridor, I’ll never return to the Heart Realm Continent. No more chaos will follow.”
Dongbo Xueying’s expression darkened.
Each Darkbloom was as precious as a drop of ‘Radiant Nectar.’
Still, with his influence in the Broken Tooth Mountain Range, gathering fifteen through favors and connections was possible.
But the Fang Corridor? That was the legendary forbidden land of the Broken Tooth Mountain Range!
Entering it?
According to native records, it was a myth—perhaps only the Five Paramount Monarchs had set foot inside. Even most Emperors had never entered.
The enigmatic Fang Corridor… To gain entry, he’d likely have to beseech the Paramount Monarchs themselves. And if such an opportunity arose, they’d likely keep it for themselves—even most Emperors couldn’t obtain such a privilege.
“You want to enter the Fang Corridor?” Dongbo Xueying stared at the Undying Netherworld Emperor. This demand was beyond excessive.
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