Cangwu and Xuanming Also Wanted to Compete! The Battle for the Underworld's Security Captain Positions!

"There are more and more ghosts in the underworld!"

Shebishi's shout was full of energy.

His voice carried the restless energy of a changing weather pattern, instantly drawing everyone's attention away from the Yin Yang Dao Core that was about to be made into a "Great Dao Oreo".

Only then did everyone realize what was happening.

As the cycle of reincarnation was initially established, the reputation of the underworld as a "super commercial complex" quietly spread.

Throughout the entire Three Realms of the Primordial World, the souls of beings whose lifespans had ended or who had perished unexpectedly were flowing in like rivers flowing into the sea, converging towards the Netherworld.

The Yellow Springs Road was suddenly overflowing with ghosts.

The newly arrived souls craned their necks, curiously examining this "underworld" that was so different from the legends.

"Good heavens! This is the underworld? It's even more magnificent than my Laozi abode in life!"

"Look! What's that big gold ingot for? Why are so many ghosts lining up to rush in?"

A Leopard Spirit that had recently died grabbed an old ghost and asked a question.

Old Gui looked proud, spitting as he spoke.

"New here, huh? That's the 'Duobao Pawn Shop'! You can exchange your junk from your past life for merit points, and even rent Innate Spiritual Treasure to have fun in that place called 'Metaverse'!"

"And that towering water column! The 'Rapids Ride' was personally designed by the Dragon King. One ride is so exhilarating, it'll make your soul fly away!"

The new ghosts showed no fear; instead, they were all eager and excited, like country bumpkins entering the city, impatient to start their "deluxe seven-day tour of the underworld."

When there are too many ghosts, problems arise.

"Brother! Those newbies aren't following the rules!"

Shebishi pointed into the distance and angrily complained to Dijiang.

"Some people complained about the slow queue and actually tried to cut in line to ride the 'Rapids Ride'!"

"Some people saw a beautiful female ghost on the Bridge of Helplessness and blocked the bridge to chat her up, creating a long queue behind them!"

"The most outrageous thing ever! A few audacious individuals tried to sneak into Chef Qiankun's kitchen to steal a pot of Meng Po's Soup!"

"If this continues, chaos is inevitable!"

Shebishi's words made all the big shots frown.

Really.

They were so focused on making the attractions fun and the cakes tempting that they forgot that even the best amusement park needs security guards to maintain order!

This is not a big problem, but it is extremely crucial.

It is directly related to the efficiency of the underworld's operations and its external image.

Zhurong had the most explosive temper, and immediately wanted to roll up his sleeves.

"That's simple! Anyone who disobeys will be dragged out and beaten by our Witch Clan brothers!"

Just then...

Two figures, who had been silent but could not be ignored, stepped out from the crowd at the same time.

They were also among the five Registered Disciple into the family.

A tall figure, with a deep and resolute aura, possessing the unwavering resilience of an ancient pine tree, seemed to be one with the earth beneath his feet. Standing there, he was an insurmountable mountain.

He is Cangwu.

The other figure was elusive, shrouded in a faint shadow, almost invisible. His aura was cold and profound, like a bottomless, icy pool.

He is Xuanming.

These two are true Primordial World cultivators from the primordial era, with mysterious origins, and they usually keep a low profile.

But at this moment, they exchanged a glance and saw in each other's eyes a competitive spirit determined to win.

"Junior Brother."

Cangwu spoke first, his voice steady and deep, like a rock, possessing an inherent power that inspires conviction.

He bowed respectfully to Lin Shen.

"The order of the underworld lies in the defense between the inner and outer realms."

"External defenses must be impregnable, so that no villain dares to cross the line."

"This humble Daoist is unworthy; my true form is transformed from the stem of the Chaos Green Lotus, and I am born with the ability to suppress and protect."

Before he finished speaking, the Earth Laws beneath his feet resonated with his own Dao!

Boom!

A colossal, majestic phantom of a pass, exuding an aura of ancient desolation, rose from the ground behind him!

Above the pass, three large, blood-red characters were inscribed, their murderous aura soaring to the sky.

--gate of Ghost Gate Pass!

"I am willing to become the guardian of this Ghost Gate Pass!"

Cangwu's voice was firm and resonant, filled with absolute confidence.

"Anyone who enters the underworld must first pass through my test! Anyone who wishes to escape from the underworld must first pass the 'Soul Suppressing Pestle' in my hand!"

"I guarantee that as long as Cangwu here, not a single soul will dare to break the rules and enter or leave without permission!"

His words were resolute and filled with an absolute sense of physical security.

Many powerful figures present nodded in agreement.

Cangwu is calm and reliable, making him the perfect person to guard the gate.

However, he had barely finished speaking.

Xuanming, who was standing to the side, let out a soft, almost imperceptible chuckle.

The laughter was chilling and elusive, coming from the depths of the underworld, sending a shiver down one's spine.

"Cangwu Daoist Cangwu, you are mistaken."

Xuanming's figure swayed in the shadows, as if he could vanish at any moment.

"External defense is certainly important. But real chaos often originates from within."

His gaze swept over the ghosts who were queuing up, but who had shifty eyes and were harboring wicked thoughts.

"Queue cutting, fighting, verbal harassment... can your Ghost Gate Pass place handle these things?"

"Even worse, if someone exploits a bug to privately farm merits or engages in malicious PvP within Fellow Daoist Fuxi's 'Metaverse,' what can your physical 'Soul Suppressing Pestle' do to them?"

These words left Cangwu speechless.

Really.

He can control the main gate, but he can't control the trivial matters inside.

"So."

Xuanming's voice carried a hint of smugness.

"The order of the underworld needs an... 'internal discipline inspector'!"

As he spoke, his figure completely merged into the shadow beneath his feet and disappeared.

The next moment, every living being present felt their own shadow come to life!

Each shadow became a pair of eyes, an omnipresent surveillance camera, coldly watching their every move.

"My path is 'shadow' and 'annihilation'."

Xuanming's voice came from all directions, from the shadows of everyone, omnipresent and chilling.

"I can transform into billions, patrolling every corner of the underworld, monitoring the words and actions of every departed soul."

"No soul that violates the 'Code of Conduct for Residents of the Underworld' can escape my eyes."

"At the very least, I can impose punishments of 'silence' and 'immobilization' on them within their shadow."

"In severe cases, I can directly imprison them in the 'Shadow Prison,' condemning them to eternal damnation!"

"In the Metaverse, I am a natural 'Anti-cheat System'! Any behavior that exploits bugs will be detected and banned by me immediately!"

"I am the most perfect guardian of the order of the underworld!"

Xuanming's voice was filled with absolute confidence in his abilities.

What he demonstrated was a "disciplinary approach" that penetrates deep into the realm of laws and is all-encompassing!

If we say that Cangwu's approach is the traditional urban management system...

So Xuanming's system is the ultimate combination of Skynet surveillance, cyber police, and the disciplinary inspection team!

The difference in quality is immediately apparent!

For the first time, a look of defeat appeared on Cangwu's usually calm and composed face, which was as steadfast as an ancient pine tree.

He discovered that his prized "physical defense" was so clumsy and so... outdated in the face of such "magical attacks."

Just as Cangwu was preparing to quietly step down and admit his "failure in the competition,"

That small figure who made all the decisions once again issued his "supreme directive."

Looking at his two senior brothers, one of whom could only guard the gate and the other could only act as a "camera" everywhere, Lin Shen had a brilliant solution pop into his little head.

He grabbed Cangwu's sleeve with one hand and pointed in the direction of Xuanming's vanished shadow with the other, announcing loudly in an unquestionable tone.

"You two are both very good!"

"So, the two of you, cooperate!"

"Cangwu, you're appointed 'Day Shift Security Captain'! You'll be in charge of daytime matters!"

"Senior Brother Xuanming, you're appointed 'Night Shift Security Captain'! You'll be in charge of things at night!"

"One pipe for the outside, one pipe for the inside! That way, there's no chance of anything going wrong!"

Upon hearing this, both Cangwu and Xuanming were stunned.

Day shift? Night shift?

What does this mean?

Before they could figure it out, Fuxi and Yang Mei exchanged a sudden glance, their minds exploding with shock!

"Brilliant!"

"Junior brother, this isn't about day shifts or night shifts at all!"

Fuxi excitedly transmitted his voice. "The Cangwu Dao of Cangwu belongs to Yang, which is responsible for guarding and is called 'Manifest Order.' It stands in the open, deterring the wicked. This is 'Yang'!"

"The Great Dao of the Xuanming belongs to the Yin and is associated with oversight; it is the 'Hidden Rules,' hidden in the shadows, yet discerning the human heart—this is the 'Yin' aspect!"

"One bright, one dark; one visible, one hidden; one yang, one yin!"

"This is the true Great Dao of Orderly Balance!"

Ancestor Yang Mei clapped his hands in praise, his gaze towards Lin Shen filled with even deeper reverence.

"Junior Brother's words have revealed the essence of order! We have been attached to appearances again!"

After their "translation," all the bigwigs instantly understood!

I see!

The junior brother is enlightening them, showing that order requires not only suppression but also guidance; it requires not only authoritative "laws" but also intangible "principles"!

Cangwu and Xuanming were both shocked. The look in their eyes when they looked at each other changed from competition to... mutual respect like that of comrades-in-arms!

They bowed deeply to Lin Shen once again, with heartfelt admiration.

"I will obey my junior brother's decree!"

The two heads of the Underworld Order Department have officially taken up their posts!