Diving into the Trench Alone

Meanwhile, every General in the Nine Nether Hall had been deployed. They each led their trusted demons and monsters, converging on Ye Kang from all directions.

It had been years since a human had dared to be so bold. The Generals needed battle merits to advance, so naturally, none of them would pass up such a gift of an achievement.

The fastest among them was a Triangular Head Sea Beast.

He was called Iron Shovel General.

Though his name made him sound unimpressive, Iron Shovel General had truly fought his way up. His strength ranked among the top ten in the entire Nine Nether Hall.

Now, this fearsome demon stood in Ye Kang's way.

"The First Highness has ordered that if you can reach him alive, he'll hear you out. Otherwise, you aren't qualified to meet him."

Ye Kang looked puzzled. "Isn't he afraid I'll kill this guy?"

He tightened his grip with his left hand, and You Jie immediately let out a string of agonized cries.

Iron Shovel General replied indifferently, "I only obey the First Highness. If he wants me to kill you, I'll kill you. As for what happens to the Ninth Highness, I don't care."

His tone was insolent, and he paid no heed to You Jie's cries.

"Is that so?"

Ye Kang gave a cold laugh and suddenly tightened his right hand. A scream like a slaughtered pig rang out.

Half of You Jie's arm had been torn off.

Snakes didn't have arms, of course, but once they took human form, they were no different from humans.

With such a grievous wound, You Jie was in unbearable agony.

Iron Shovel General's brow furrowed at once, dispelling the calm expression he'd worn moments earlier.

His face twitched. Gritting his teeth, he said, "You madman! Do you