Chapter 2213 - 2210: Trash

As they continued to meet.

The Chaos Ghost Fang was usually beaten like a dog.

This was also why when Ye Xuan first underwent God Fusion, the Chaos Ghost Fang had such intense killing intent.

Thankfully, there was the Tree God’s persuasion; otherwise, the Chaos Ghost Fang might not have agreed.

Of course, whether it would comply, only the Chaos Ghost Fang knew.

Although not subdued by Ye Xuan, it recognized Ye Xuan inwardly.

Otherwise, it wouldn’t have merged with Ye Xuan when Ye Xuan’s Emperor Soul revived and was so weak.

Some things were destined long, long ago.

And the cause was planted by Ye Xuan himself.

But the result was also what Ye Xuan wanted.

That’s good.

After they merged, their desire to escape became stronger.

This led to the calculated encounter Tree God played on Ye Xuan back when he traversed the Cursed Land of the Netherworld.

Later, they realized they couldn’t rush things and slowed down.

They knew that what Ye Xuan was meant to do, he would surely do, it was just a matter of time.

And now, they seemed to have sensed it.

Perhaps the time isn’t too far away.

Inevitably it will come.

"Emperor Ye, may I ask once more, is the Nine Netherworld Phoenix dead or not?"

The Curse Tree’s gaze returned to Ye Xuan, posing the question again.

The smile on Ye Xuan’s face gradually faded; he looked coldly at the Curse Tree and said indifferently, "It seems you’ve forgotten; that was a manipulation."

"And I was the one manipulated."

"What right do you have to question me?"

A mocking expression crossed Ye Xuan’s face. "You don’t think I’m some naive or kind-hearted person, do you?"

The expression on the Curse Tree’s face froze.

It hadn’t expected Ye Xuan to turn hostile so directly.

But Ye Xuan’s words were the truth.

Back when Ye Xuan went to take the Silent Annihilation Wheel, he was swallowed by the ugly beast Gui Mountain, then arrived here.

Afterward, he was manipulated by the Master of the Netherworld and the Curse Tree to take the Nine Netherworld Phoenix’s soul, intending to use Ye Xuan’s body to bring it to the Emperor’s Burial Ground, and have the Emperor Burial Lord kill the Nine Netherworld Phoenix’s soul to fulfill the ends of the Master of the Netherworld and the Curse Tree.

Unfortunately, this act was detected by Ye Xuan in a fleeting moment.

In the end, Ye Xuan countered, sparing the Nine Netherworld Phoenix’s life and taking some advantage from it.

But this.

Did not change the fact that the Master of the Netherworld and the Curse Tree manipulated Ye Xuan.

This point.

Ye Xuan saw clearly.

Every matter should be discussed clearly, understood, and articulated.

Keeping things separate.

Because only then...

Can greater benefits be obtained.

Those benefits can be anything.

Not limited to the material level.

"To tell you clearly, the Nine Netherworld Phoenix is not dead, moreover thriving."

With this statement from Ye Xuan, the Curse Tree’s face immediately turned ferocious.

Terrifying auras accompanied by curse runes swept crazily.

The countless branches of the Curse Tree swayed wildly like mad demons.

Ye Xuan watched that scene calmly: "What? Do you intend to fight me again?"

"Last time you couldn’t beat me, this time..."

"You’re even less qualified."

Ye Xuan slowly rose from the Four Extremes Netherworld Pillar, looking coldly at the Curse Tree.

Meanwhile.

Within the Divine Gate, fourteen overlords of the Void Divine Realm also looked coldly at the Curse Tree.

Although they were considered ’acquaintances’ with the Curse Tree.

Their stance was very clear.

That was to stand with Ye Xuan.

At this moment.

The Curse Tree’s momentum halted and then slowly dissipated.

The Curse Tree sighed in resignation: "This matter is my fault; I hope Emperor Ye won’t blame me."

"I really... want to kill the Nine Netherworld Phoenix."

The Curse Tree gave a bitter smile, speaking sorrowfully: "I feel that at most in one lifetime, I too will pass away, and what face shall I have before that esteemed one then."

Ye Xuan responded coldly: "A self-pitying useless waste."

"What difference do your words make?"

"Can they bring the Red Cloud Immortal King back to life?"

Ye Xuan’s remarks left the Curse Tree speechless.

However, it was indeed old.

Very old.

Even if cursed, it can only hold on for one more lifetime before completely fading out of existence.

Ye Xuan looked at the dejected Curse Tree, slightly lifting the corners of his mouth.

Sure enough, letting the Curse Tree meet the Tree God and others was right.

These ancient beings, once their emotions were laid bare, could be easily influenced.

The current Curse Tree was an example.

Although Ye Xuan was unhappy about being manipulated, he wouldn’t completely break with the Curse Tree.

Now, speaking these words was just to set a trap for it.

"Don’t just focus on the Nine Netherworld Phoenix; remember why the Red Cloud Immortal King died."

"Because of the Dou Tian Divine Domain."

"The entire Dou Tian Divine Domain is your enemy."

"With some strength, you should be killing those of the Dou Tian Divine Domain, not wallowing here."

Ye Xuan slowed his speech, speaking calmly.

"Emperor Ye is correct!"

As Ye Xuan’s words fell, Ba Snake, one of the twelve leaders, immediately chimed in.

"Indeed!"

Leaders like Fei Xian, Ruyi, and Xing Chen also spoke up.

The Curse Tree listened to Ye Xuan, a glow slowly emerging in its murky old eyes.

"Thank you, Emperor Ye, for the reminder; I am grateful."

The Curse Tree expressed sincerely.

’Emperor Ye’s skill in convincing others hasn’t diminished at all...’

Within the Divine Gate, the Chaos Ghost Fang, witnessing the scene, couldn’t help being speechless.

Since merging with Ye Xuan, Ye Xuan had been subtly conveying ideas to them, so naturally, they knew what Ye Xuan’s plans were with the Curse Tree.

It was just to deceive this Curse Tree.

"No matter, as long as you see the reality."

Ye Xuan nodded slightly.

The Curse Tree looked at Ye Xuan and added, "But the Nine Netherworld Phoenix must still be killed, and so must others from the Dou Tian Divine Domain."

It would not let go of its hatred.

After all, it had witnessed the Nine Netherworld Phoenix killing that esteemed one.

Ye Xuan replied calmly: "Naturally."

Rumble ————

Meanwhile.

In the Divine Gate, the Chaos Ghost Fang opened its eyes, standing high in the chaos, overlooking the distant darkness.

The other twelve leaders also began to make some moves.

"Curse Tree, it seems you have forgotten your duty."

A calm voice echoed slowly from within that darkness, with a touch of stiffness.

As the voice landed.

A sword cultivator clad in green, his body embraced by curse runes, walked out.

"Master!"

Upon hearing that voice, the Curse Tree trembled and then bowed to this sword cultivator.

Yet, that sword cultivator didn’t acknowledge the Curse Tree, his gaze always fixed on Ye Xuan.

He didn’t even bother to glance at the Chaos Ghost Fang and the Tree God within the Divine Gate.

Master of the Netherworld!

He had emerged early.