The news brought back by Zi Jing’s grandfather was unbelievable.

The Fourth Netherworld Ghost succeeded, having obtained the Six Paths Reincarnation Technique. What’s more, he might bring back the First Ghost, which would be a terrifying disaster.

The Yanhuang Alliance Army didn’t linger and began retreating from the Holy City.

Chu Hao was still worried about Bai Ling and did not leave.

In the following two days, most people left the Holy City, and Li Yin, Wang Qi, and others also left one after another.

Three more days passed, but Bai Ling still didn’t show up. Chu Hao grew more uneasy and didn’t understand what was happening to him.

"Bai Ling is so strong, she should be alright."

Chu Hao continued to wait in the Holy City while searching for traces of Bai Ling.

One day, someone found Chu Hao—it was Shang Yingdie.

Shang Yingdie was very beautiful, with a pale, poignant complexion, a tall figure, and an impressive chest. If she wore a qipao, she would be the epitome of beauty, but alas, she was a zombie.

Shang Yingdie said, "Master has already returned, and she asked me to tell you."

Chu Hao was taken aback, and slightly relieved, he said, "Made me wait so long for nothing."

Shang Yingdie said, "You care a lot about Master."

Chu Hao chuckled, "Of course, she’s my true love!"

Shang Yingdie remained expressionless and said, "I will relay your words."

Chu Hao immediately stopped laughing, realizing he might have gone too far. If Bai Ling were to know, he might end up getting beaten.

Bashful, Chu Hao said, "Haha... Since there’s nothing else, I’ll be off now. I was just joking earlier, don’t take it seriously."

Shang Yingdie coldly replied, "I understand; you love Master deeply."

Feeling awkward, Chu Hao hurriedly left.

In a corner of the Holy City’s ruins, Bai Ling, dressed in white, appeared with crystal-like bare feet and beautiful legs. Shang Yingdie walked up to her and said, "Master, why don’t you meet with him?"

Bai Ling, with her hands behind her back, indifferently said, "Chu Hao holds many secrets, and in the world of the Dual Polarity Boundary Technique, the Netherworld Ghost has already set its sights on him."

Shang Yingdie was startled and quickly asked, "Should we control him first?"

Bai Ling shook her head saying, "No need."

Shang Yingdie looked in the direction where Chu Hao left, lost in thought.

Bai Ling looked at Shang Yingdie and said, "Don’t get any funny ideas; you can’t touch him."

Shang Yingdie asked hesitantly, "Why, Master?"

Bai Ling replied, "There’s no why."

Shang Yingdie felt dissatisfied, wondering why Master favored Chu Hao. After all these years, had she lost interest in her disciple?

Suddenly, a jade-like finger lifted Shang Yingdie’s smooth chin.

Bai Ling gazed at Shang Yingdie’s ample chest, smiling, "You little girl, what nonsense are you thinking? Tonight, I’ll take good care of you. Tsk tsk... Your zombie skin is still so tender, hmm! Seems like your chest has gotten bigger."

Shang Yingdie blushed from her master’s teasing, pouting, "Master, I’m ignoring you."

Bai Ling, like a rogue, grabbed Shang Yingdie’s soft and supple chest, which countless men fantasize about at night, easily teased by Bai Ling.

"Maybe I should find you a young man so you can experience what it’s like to be a woman."

Shang Yingdie blushed further, her eyes watery, "I don’t want to find anyone, I want to stay with Master forever."

Bai Ling, with hands behind her back, walked away lightly.

Shang Yingdie’s cheeks were slightly red as she followed beside Bai Ling.

...

Chu Hao, alone, reached the edge of the Holy City where he could leave anytime.

At the edge of the Holy City, he met someone, Wang Yishu.

This leader of the Three Truths Sect, one of the Three Truths.

Wang Yishu smiled, "Young friend Chu."

Chu Hao glanced at him and said indifferently, "In the world of the Ultimate Illusion Technique, did you already notice something?"

At that time, when Wang Yishu broke through the Emperor’s Gate, he seemed uneasy and reminded Chu Hao to leave quickly.

Could it be that he noticed the presence of the Fourth Netherworld Ghost in Emperor Shun?

Wang Yishu nodded slightly, "Yes, you probably don’t know my ability. I have a premonition ability different from ordinary people, somewhat like divination."

No wonder this guy wanted to leave first.

Wang Yishu said, "Young friend Chu must be cautious going forward."

Chu Hao asked, "Why?"

Wang Yishu said seriously, "At the Emperor’s Gate, what appeared to be a test from Lord Emperor Shun was also a test from the Ghost towards you. There’s a possibility it has set its sights on you."

Set its sights on me?

Chu Hao felt creeped out, "Don’t scare me."

Wang Yishu shook his head, "I’m not scaring you. If young friend Chu believes in my predictive ability, you need to be careful. The Fourth Netherworld Ghost might have left something on you, and in the near future, you might be an important piece for the Ghost."

These words made Chu Hao’s skin crawl.

The thought of that elusive Ghost, cunning and powerful, would certainly make one lose sleep if targeted.

Chu Hao questioned Wang Yishu, "Your Three Truths Sect should be cautious; in the current situation, which side are you on?"

Wang Yishu replied, "Naturally, the Yanhuang Alliance. I sought you for another matter."

"What is it?"

Wang Yishu said, "I heard you’ve been to the Shanhai Secret Realm."

Chu Hao nodded slightly, "So what?"

Wang Yishu proposed, "How about a deal? If you can let me enter the Shanhai Secret Realm, I’ll tell you the way to enter the Great Netherworld."

Chu Hao was shocked, staring at him, "You’ve done your homework; you even know I want to go to the Great Netherworld. Should I keep an eye on you?"

Wang Yishu shook his head, "It’s not hard to find out. If young friend Chu agrees, give me a call."

Wang Yishu left a business card and then left.

On the golden card, high-end and upscale, Wang Yishu’s name was written, along with his company.

"Chairman of Galaxy Financial Group, Wang Yishu."

Whoa!

These days, even the crooked paths pair with being the chairman of a financial group.

If I’m not mistaken, Galaxy Group is into technology, a top-tier global corporate group, truly rich and powerful.

Without lingering, Chu Hao also left the Holy City. 𝐟𝗿𝐞𝚎𝚠𝐞𝚋𝕟𝐨𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝕔𝕠𝚖

He was the last to leave, with almost no one left in the Holy City. On the Netherworld Passage side, Su Huansheng and Kunlun Mountain’s master had already begun sealing.

Chu Hao was in no hurry to leave Tibet.

He missed Diao Chan.

With his current abilities, he could easily revive Diao Chan. However, seeing her now was difficult, as she was inheriting the Flower Rakshasa’s legacy.

On the Big Snow Mountain, Chu Hao desperately wanted to see Diao Chan.

Alas, after calling out for so long to no avail, he felt an overwhelming sense of loneliness.

He thought for a long time and realized what he was missing was a family.

ps: Sanqian: Yeah! New Year, finally I can take a break.

Reader: Yeah! New Year, the author must be exploding with updates.