Xuanyuan

Taotie's eyes were initially blank, but then they suddenly erupted with incredible radiance!

He felt it! He felt it clearly! The Grievance Qi that permeated the entire Hungry Ghost Path, like thick sludge, radiating endless pain and curses!

Under the authority granted by Fengdu, it seemed to be beckoning him. He had a distinct feeling.

Not only could he refine this energy to strengthen himself, but after refining it, he would also receive a special reward. The source of that reward was the Earth Dao.

"Roar—!!!"

A heaven-shaking roar erupted from Taotie's mouth. It was no longer filled with fear and despair, but with wild joy, excitement, and a hint of liberation.

Then he turned and stared at Fengdu in disbelief. "Why is the Great Emperor willing to bestow such an opportunity upon me?"

Fengdu smiled faintly. "No particular reason. You simply happen to be relatively suitable. Besides, what I can give you, I can naturally take back as well."

As he spoke, Fengdu's aura suddenly exploded, but it remained confined to a tiny area. The pressure forced Taotie flat onto the ground, where he repeatedly begged for mercy!

Only then did Fengdu withdraw his pressure with satisfaction. He said indifferently, "Carefully sort through the negative energy within the Hungry Ghost Path. I can guarantee you a bright future, but if you dare betray the Underworld, think about the consequences yourself!"

"Yes, yes! Taotie will certainly do his work properly and not disappoint the Great Emperor's trust." Even as he spoke, Taotie did not get up.

Fengdu gave a soft acknowledgment, then waved his hand and sent Taotie into the Hungry Ghost Path.

The moment he entered the Hungry Ghost Path, Taotie returned to his main body form. Opening his enormous jaws, he began drawing in the endless streams of