At that moment, the Sage Emperor spoke, transmitting his voice into the ears of Huo Yuhao and the others through spiritual power. "Greetings, esteemed guests. I am the Sage Emperor, ruler of the Sixth Layer of the Abyss Plane."
"This is our first true formal meeting. Although we clashed earlier, the three of you also demonstrated astonishing strength."
"I believe our two sides should be able to find a better solution. Fighting like this offers little benefit to either of us."
"You are also powerful figures in this world. Surely you wish to pursue a higher realm. Through our accounts, the Abyssal Sage King has learned about the three of you."
"The Abyssal Sage King permits you to join the Abyss Plane. With your addition, the Abyss Plane will consolidate Douluo Star's energy and advance another step. The realm you seek will no longer be something vague and elusive."
"As long as you choose to join us, the Abyssal Sage King will grant you extremely high standing in the Abyss Plane, and your talents and strength will be able to truly grow within it."
"Especially you, Huo Yuhao. I learned your name from the Ghost Emperor, and I know your experiences have been somewhat unusual."
"But none of that is particularly important. Your earlier battle remains fresh in our memories, and after learning about your circumstances, the Abyssal Sage King is willing to grant you a position second only to his own..."
The Sage Emperor's voice was not impassioned. He sounded like a friend chatting at one's side, and he wasted few words, directly laying out his terms to Huo Yuhao and the others.
The Sage Emperor formed a sort of smile on his lizard-like head, seemingly waiting for Huo Yuhao and the others to answer.
After hearing the Sage