"Now, I have pinpointed that fiend's hiding place. He is in the God-Burial Swamp of the Beimang Ghost Domain, under Your Majesty's rule."
"This devil inherited the legacy of a primordial colossus and plans to reopen the Abyssal Demon Realm. He poses a tremendous threat."
"I intend to destroy him, but his lair is certain to be fraught with danger. I have come specifically to ask Your Majesty to join me in slaying him!"
Silence fell over the great hall.
Several high ministers and princes exchanged glances, shock written across their faces.
They had heard of the Nine Nether Demon Sect, but never imagined its leader was hiding in the most perilous forbidden land on the Huangze Continent, plotting something so horrifying.
Did that not mean a vicious wolf had been lurking beside them all along, waiting to choose someone to devour?
"The Nine Nether Demon Sect-the source of calamity in primordial times. To think its legacy survived."
After hearing him out, Emperor Huangze's expression grew graver. He pondered briefly, then said, "Sect Leader Li, you willingly sacrificed your lifespan to divine heaven's secrets in order to slay this devil. I admire such magnanimity."
"However, the God-Burial Swamp lies at the heart of the Beimang Ghost Domain. It is cut off from heaven and earth, its laws are chaotic, Demonic Beasts abound, and space itself is fragile."
He shifted the conversation and said, "An army would struggle to enter, and even powerful cultivators would be suppressed."
"Are you certain you wish to brave that danger yourself?"
"Evil must be eradicated completely. There can be no hesitation."
Li Yunjing's tone was firm. "Now that I have found him, I have no reason to retreat. I merely need Your Majesty's assistance with two things."
"Please speak."
"First, please mobilize the dynasty's forces