The Two Saints of the West Arrived, and Minghe Was Eager to Prove Himself

The Netherworld.

Pingxin Hall.

The air was eerie, yet it did not appear sinister in the slightest; instead, it exuded a sense of solemnity and grandeur.

Holding the Earth Book, Zhen Yuanzi was methodically reporting to Pingxin on the recent operations of the Underworld, his voice clear and steady.

"The repairs to the Eighteen Levels of Hell are complete, and the flow of souls is proceeding smoothly."

"Over the past thousand years, thirty percent of the wronged souls have been converted, Six Paths of Reincarnation continues unimpeded."

He sat Pingxin in the main seat, nodding slightly.

The Ancestor Minghe stood to the side with his hands at his sides, his face full of a fawning smile. He seemed respectful, but in his heart he had cursed Zhen Yuanzi a thousand times over.

He tried to interject several times, but found that Zhen Yuanzi, this honest man, reported his work so meticulously that he didn't leave him any room to maneuver.

It's urgent!

Since Zhen Yuanzi returned from his seclusion in the Pangu Hall, he has reached the Peak Primordial Origin Golden Immortal, just one step away from becoming Primordial Daluo Golden Immortal.

He is also the second-in-command of the Underworld, the Great Emperor Fengdu, holding a high position and great power.

What about myself?

Still circling in the Asura Path.

Although he has acquired the title of "Lord of the Shura Path," he is far inferior to the Great Emperor Fengdu.

no.

I need to find more opportunities to show off, because my hopes of becoming a saint are all pinned on Empress Pingxin and the entire Underworld.

I need to be more proactive in the future.

I must let the Your Ladyship see that I, Minghe, am her most loyal and capable subordinate!

Just as Zhen Yuanzi finished his report and Minghe was about to step forward to say a few words of loyalty, Pingxin, who was in the main seat, suddenly looked up.

Her gaze pierced through the many barriers of the Pingxin Hall, looking towards the boundless Sea of Blood beyond the Netherworld.

Minghe had been watching Pingxin's expression closely. Upon seeing this, he immediately stepped forward and spoke before Zhen Yuanzi could.

His tone was concerned, yet carried just the right amount of respect.

"Your Ladyship?"

"But what went wrong in this Netherworld?"

"If any fool dares to disturb Your Ladyship's peace, Your Ladyship need not lift a finger; the Minghe will immediately annihilate its soul, ensuring it is never released from this world!"

He would never let go of this opportunity to show his loyalty.

Even if a mosquito flew in, he would swat it dead before Zhen Yuanzi could get there.

Zhen Yuanzi glanced at him but didn't say anything.

This guy, in order to curry favor with the Your Ladyship, has truly abandoned all sense of shame.

Pingxin withdrew his gaze, looked at the two people below, and slowly spoke.

"They've just had two rare guests."

"Rare visitor?"

Minghe paused for a moment.

In this Underworld, besides the dead, what guests come from?

Zhen Yuanzi also looked at Pingxin with a puzzled expression.

Pingxin didn't keep anyone in suspense.

"It refers to Jieyin and Zhunti."

Upon hearing this, both Zhen Yuanzi and Minghe were taken aback.

Two Saints of the West?

What are they doing in the Underworld?

Zhen Yuanzi frowned slightly, a sense of vigilance rising in his heart. These two fellows never acted without a reason; their sudden visit to the Underworld was definitely not a good deed.

Minghe's mind raced with thoughts.

Just as the two were wondering...

Weren't these two just severely beaten by the Yuanshi Tianzun in the Chaos, and then extorted out of a Merit by the Nuwa?

Why didn't you rest and recuperate on Mount Sumeru? What are you doing in the Underworld?

Could it be... that they've set their sights on the lucrative Underworld?

The moment the thought popped into his head, Minghe extinguished it in his mind.

impossible.

Even if they had ten times the courage, they wouldn't dare to run wild in the Underworld.

This is the territory of the Wu Clan. If they dare to extend their reach into the Underworld, even the Dao Ancestor might not be able to protect them.

Since they weren't there to seize territory, the timing of these two "busy people's" visit is rather intriguing.

Just as the two were lost in thought, a deep, resonant voice, tinged with a hint of laughter, pierced through the void and clearly resounded throughout the entire Pingxin Hall.

"Pingxin Fellow Daoist."

"These Poor Monk Jieyin Zhunti Poor Monk, who have come to pay their respects."

The sound was powerful, and the Buddha Light was faint.

Although it was in the Underworld, where the yin energy was extremely heavy, it did not seem out of place. Instead, it exuded a sense of harmony.

Pingxin remained Pingxin and glanced at Zhen Yuanzi, who was standing below him.

"Fellow Daoist Zhen Yuanzi, please go and welcome them in."

"Yes, Your Ladyship."

Zhen Yuanzi bowed in agreement and was about to depart.

"Oh no! No, no!"

An urgent voice suddenly broke in.

The Ancestor Minghe rushed in front of Zhen Yuanzi and stopped him.

He turned around and smiled broadly at Pingxin.

"Your Ladyship! Why trouble the Great Emperor Fengdu personally with such a trivial matter?"

"Fellow Daoist Zhen Yuanzi extremely busy; the important affairs of the Underworld still depend on him to preside over them."

"Leave these menial tasks of running errands and greeting guests to me!"

"I know it well!"

As he spoke, he glanced at Zhen Yuanzi with an air of seriousness, giving her a "I'm doing this for your own good" look.

How could he possibly let Zhen Yuanzi have such a golden opportunity to shine before the Your Ladyship and demonstrate his loyalty and dedication?

He's already the second-in-command, why would he want to compete with me for these few points of performance?

One should not be too greedy!

Zhen Yuanzi looked at the Minghe blocking his way, and the corner of his mouth twitched slightly.

This Minghe...

How come I seem to be regressing as I get older?

How come the dignified Asura Lord, a top-tier Great Powers in the Primordial Wilderness, is now acting like a child vying for favor?

That's enough.

Let him go if he wants.

Zhen Yuanzi didn't want to deal with these two shameless scoundrels and was happy to have some peace and quiet, so he stopped in his tracks.

Pingxin found it amusing to see Minghe's impatient manner, but didn't refuse to offend him.

"Alright."

"Then I'll have to trouble you."

Upon hearing this, Minghe was overjoyed.

"Your Ladyship is too kind!"

"It is Minghe's blessing to be able to share the burdens of Your Ladyship!"

Having said that, as if afraid that Pingxin would change her mind, he bowed to Pingxin, turned around and transformed into a streak of blood-red light, rushing out of the Pingxin Hall in a whirlwind.

Entrance to the Underworld.

Jieyin and Zhunti stood before the Ghost Gate Pass, their Surrounding Body radiating a faint Buddha Light that kept the surrounding surging Yin energy at bay.

Looking at the eerie and terrifying scene, the two showed no disgust whatsoever; on the contrary, they seemed to be examining a mountain of gold.

It's all Merit.

These aren't evil spirits; they're clearly walking achievements.

Just then...

A streak of blood-red light streaked rapidly from the depths of the Underworld, stopping in front of the two in the blink of an eye.

It was the Ancestor Minghe had rushed over.

"Oh my! It really is the presence of two Saint!"

"The Minghe arrived a step late, keeping the two Saint waiting for so long. Forgive me, forgive me!"

Minghe quickly stepped forward and bowed respectfully to the two of them.

Jieyin and Zhunti exchanged a glance, both somewhat surprised.

I originally thought it would be Zhen Yuanzi came out, but I didn't expect it to be the Minghe.

However, one shouldn't hit a smiling face; since they were being so polite, they naturally had to give them face in return.

Zhunti smiled slightly and returned the greeting.

"Fellow Daoist Minghe Styx, you're too kind."

"We have come uninvited, and we apologize for disturbing you."

Minghe waved its hand repeatedly.

"Saint flatter me, Your Excellency. Your presence is an honor for the Underworld; it has even dissipated much of the Underworld energy here!"

The flattery was so blatant that even the Jieyin nearby couldn't help but twitch his lips.

This Minghe, it used to seem like a decisive and ruthless one, how come it's become so... cunning?

"Your Saint, the Your Ladyship is already waiting in the hall."

Minghe turned to the side and made a "please" gesture, his movements fluid and flawless.

Please come with me.

"Thank you for your trouble, fellow Daoist."

The three of them traversed the Yellow Spring Road, crossed the Bridge of Helplessness, and arrived at the Pingxin Hall, the deepest part of the Underworld.

Enter the main hall.

A vast and boundless pressure from the Earthly Dao rushed towards us.

Jieyin and Zhunti a slight chill run down their spines.

This Earthly Dao power is indeed extraordinary.

Although Pingxin has not yet Dao Integration, his power, while not as great as that of the Dao Ancestor, far surpasses that of these Heavenly Dao Saint.

"Greetings, Pingxin Fellow Daoist."

Jieyin and Zhunti and bowed slightly to Pingxin, who was sitting at the head of the table.

Pingxin nodded slightly in return.

"Please have a seat, fellow Daoists."

After the two were seated, Pingxin spoke slowly and deliberately.

"What brings you two fellow Daoists here today?"

"If it's just for reminiscing, this cold and gloomy Underworld isn't a good place."

Zhunti smiled but did not answer directly.

His gaze swept around the hall, finally landing on Zhen Yuanzi and Minghe standing to the side.

The meaning is obvious.

What follows is somewhat private and not convenient for outsiders to hear.

Pingxin's eyebrows were slightly raised.

What are these two up to, acting so mysteriously?

Minghe had been watching the two's movements closely, and upon seeing this, his heart skipped a beat.

Is this a way of kicking people out?

These two must be up to something shady, and they're afraid I'll overhear Ancestor!

He glanced at Pingxin instinctively, somewhat reluctantly.

But he was even clearer about his own position.

Besides, he has always prided himself on being the one who understands the Your Ladyship's heart best; how could he possibly let her down at a time like this?

The Saint himself had already hinted that if he lingered and refused to leave, it would only put the Your Ladyship in a difficult position.

Thinking of this, Minghe cursed inwardly, but quickly put on a smile and cupped his hands in greeting to Pingxin.

"Your Ladyship, since the two Saint have important matters to discuss, then Minghe will take his leave."

There are still some minor matters to attend to in the Asura Path.

That's a perfectly plausible reason.

Although Zhen Yuanzi was somewhat curious, he knew better than to be too timid.

Some of the conversations between Saint were indeed not something they could listen to.

He immediately stepped forward and bowed to Pingxin.

"Your Ladyship, I still have some official business to attend to in Fengdu City. If there are no other instructions, I will take my leave now."

Pingxin nodded slightly.

"Go."

Having received permission, Minghe and Zhen Yuanzi did not linger and turned to leave the main hall.

The heavy palace doors slowly closed.

It isolated them from all outside detection.

Inside the hall, only Pingxin and the Two Saints of the West remained.

Pingxin looked at the two people below, his tone remaining calm, revealing no emotion.

"Now, fellow Daoists, you may speak frankly."

She wanted to see what these two opportunistic guys were really up to.

Jieyin and Zhunti exchanged a glance, their eyes meeting for a fleeting moment in the air.

Then, Zhunti slowly stood up, his smile fading slightly, replaced by a solemn expression of compassion for all humanity.

"Pingxin Fellow Daoist."

Let's not beat around the bush.

"My fellow disciple and I have come here for no other reason than..."

"I've come precisely to help you, fellow Daoist, resolve a major hidden danger facing the Underworld!"