The Legendary Son-in-law of the Emperor-Chapter 1573 - 1570: Leaving Seclusion

"I sense a familiar aura..."

The voice of the Nine Netherworld Phoenix was unusually weak.

Ye Xuan’s heart stirred slightly, and he asked softly, "Which direction?"

The Nine Netherworld Phoenix did not speak but guided Ye Xuan with its thoughts.

Ye Xuan emerged from his own world, standing at the parapet on the top floor of the Nine-story Pavilion, looking towards the south.

The location indicated by the Nine Netherworld Phoenix...

Isn’t that the Ghost Land?

"Is it your people?"

Ye Xuan asked.

The Nine Netherworld Phoenix pondered, "It should be..."

Ye Xuan narrowed his eyes, "Should be?"

The Nine Netherworld Phoenix softly said, "This aura’s owner, I’m certain, was involved in the ancient battle."

"If possible, could you go to that place and let me meet the person? Regardless of the outcome, I can promise to assist you once."

"Rest assured, not now. Only when I return to my full strength."

"No matter your conditions, I can agree."

"Ye Xuan, do you agree?"

The Nine Netherworld Phoenix seriously asked.

Ye Xuan did not rush to reply; instead, he carefully contemplated the information hidden in the Nine Netherworld Phoenix’s words.

The Nine Netherworld Phoenix did not urge him, waiting silently.

Moments later.

Ye Xuan nodded slightly, "Alright."

He planned to visit that place anyway, so it was merely a matter of convenience.

The reason for pondering was the information from the Nine Netherworld Phoenix that reminded him of certain things.

Ghost Land.

Female Ghost God.

And the massacre during the Ghost Great World.

Perhaps there’s a significant connection.

This time, he might genuinely find the hidden truth from back then.

"Greetings, Emperor Ye."

Two figures flashed, appearing behind Ye Xuan, kneeling on one knee and spoke respectfully.

The newcomers were Bai Zhiyu from the Mystical Hall and Yun Daoli from Void Sect.

The two came to pay their respects as soon as they sensed Ye Xuan leaving seclusion.

After the salute, Bai Zhiyu reported some of the incidents that occurred during this period. 𝘧𝘳𝘦ℯ𝓌𝘦𝒷𝘯𝑜𝑣𝘦𝓁.𝒸𝘰𝓂

He mentioned Qiao Xinyu going to Changye Divine Mountain for revenge, yet not returning.

While speaking of this, Bai Zhiyu focused intently.

Bai Zhiyu knew that Emperor Ye valued Qiao Xinyu greatly, so he dared not overlook any news about Qiao Xinyu.

However, Emperor Ye seemed unconcerned upon hearing the news, which puzzled Bai Zhiyu.

Bai Zhiyu did not dwell on it, so he proceeded to tell Ye Xuan about the Ghost Land’s situation.

That matter was the top priority.

"Emperor Ye, the three major Ghost Tribes and various Ghost Clans are scheming regarding the Ghost Land."

Yun Daoli said solemnly.

"No worries." Ye Xuan smiled faintly, turned around, and said softly, "You two stay here; if the three major Ghost Tribes make trouble, give them a sound beating."

"Hmm?"

Both were stunned.

"Emperor Ye doesn’t want us to accompany you?" Yun Daoli asked.

"Unnecessary."

Ye Xuan waved his hand, "When I went to the Ghost Land before, the Gatekeeper informed me that only cultivators below the Great Sage Realm could enter."

The two exchanged glances, helpless in the face of this information.

Indeed, their cultivation had long surpassed the Great Sage Realm.

"Regarding Qiao Xinyu..."

Bai Zhiyu cautiously asked.

Although Emperor Ye had shown no concern, the matter had to be addressed.

"Send someone to investigate; if the Night Ghost Clan of Changye Divine Mountain is responsible, let it be her trial to overcome herself."

"But if outsiders are involved, I will intervene then."

Ye Xuan said coldly.

"We obey Emperor Ye’s decree."

Bai Zhiyu and Yun Daoli accepted the command respectfully, retreating.

Without waiting for them to leave, Ye Xuan already vanished from the Nine-story Pavilion.

Reappearing outside Ghost Dragon City.

The colossal Ghost Dragon City, formed by the enormous flesh body of the Ghost Dragon, continuously faded behind Ye Xuan.

Ye Xuan headed south, towards the Ghost Land.

The three major Ghost Tribes and various Ghost Clans scheming over the Ghost Land did not surprise Ye Xuan.

The Ghost Land had existed for an eternity in the Ghost Great World, each opening containing numerous opportunities.

These opportunities were mostly beneficial to the Ghost Clan.

Hence, each opening was a feast for the various Ghost Clans of the Ghost Great World.

However.

The Ghost Land still hadn’t opened in a long time.

As for the reason?

It was naturally due to Ye Xuan.

Ye Xuan had once schemed against the Ghost Land, using its power to nurture a treasure, causing it to slumber and cease opening.

The Ghost Clans of the Ghost Great World sought the reason but couldn’t pinpoint it.

Yet, the Ghost Clans’ attention towards the Ghost Land had never waned.

In recent years, this attention had only intensified.

Around the Ghost Land, numerous Ghost Clan powerhouses were concealed.

When Ye Xuan and Qiao Xinyu first came to the Ghost Great World and approached the Ghost Land, they sensed them.

But those Ghost Clans certainly couldn’t detect Ye Xuan.

Soon, Ye Xuan neared the Ghost Land’s location.

Before him stood a range of mountains, reminiscent of Divine Swords hanging from an Ancient Heavenly Court.

The rugged peaks presented numerous breathtaking scenes.

Here, a terrifying power was birthed, seeping coldly into souls, causing shivers.

This was the aura of the Ghost Land.

The blue sun in the sky dome cast a strange blue light over this eerie land, adding to its mystery.

As ever.

Seemingly eternal.

The only thing different from Ye Xuan’s previous visit was the exposure of many Ghost Clan auras.

Yet, facing the Ghost Land’s power, they weren’t suppressed.

This power seemed to favor the Ghost Clan.

"Hey?"

"A human clan?!"

At this moment, a group of Ghost Clan members in front of Ye Xuan stared wide-eyed in disbelief at the sight of Ye Xuan.

"What human clan? Human clans can’t possibly be here, or they’d be crushed by the Ghost Land’s power."

A Ghost Clan member beside looked briefly and dismissed, sneering, "Perhaps it’s just some insignificant small clan trying their luck."

"Right, human clans can’t be here."

Other Ghost Clan members retracted their focus, turning to discuss the Ghost Land, "Let’s hurry; the Ghost Land is about to open, and when it does, there will surely be a wave of blessings — hopefully, we get chosen."

"Quickly, quickly!"

Saying this, the Ghost Clan began to speed up.

"Hey, what’s with this guy ahead of us?"

Suddenly, some Ghost Clan members gaped in disbelief at the figure ahead.

Wasn’t that black-robed youth behind them before; how did he sneak ahead without being noticed?

"What nonsense are you spouting?"

A companion sneered disdainfully, "There’s no one."

Checking again, they found no one ahead.

At this moment, Ye Xuan quietly arrived outside the Ancient Giant Mountain.

Here.

A sea of ghosts, an ocean of apparitions.

No, wait.

A mountain of ghosts, a sea of spectres!

(p.s.: Only one update today. Pausing to organize the plot; updates will increase tomorrow.)