Chapter 1998 - 1995: Envy of All

Li Jiayin gently shook her head.

The Da Yin Dynasty’s imperial family governs vast and boundless territories, with its depth, how could they not possess a seventh-grade treasure?

However, seventh-grade treasures are already scarce, and each piece is exceptionally valuable.

Even the imperial family truly can’t bear to hand over such a heavy treasure to others.

According to common sense, they would rather send a princess for a marriage alliance, and the chosen candidate has already been decided.

However, the princess resolutely refused to agree to the marriage alliance.

She even made a bet with the imperial family, if she could bring back a seventh-grade treasure from the Nether Ruins, she would not be sent for the marriage alliance.

Because of this, the imperial family hurriedly rushed to the Heavenly Nether Domain, urging the immediate opening of the Nether Ruins.

"Anyway, it’s going to be opened tomorrow; we’ll all go there then." Li Jiayin gently sat on Xu Wendong’s lap, her head gently resting against his shoulder.

Over the past three days, her cultivation level has significantly improved, vaguely showing signs of breaking through to the Fifth Level of Tongyou Realm.

This rapidly progressing cultivation has made her increasingly fascinated with Xu Wendong, unable to extricate herself.

"Junior Brother, entering the Nether Ruins this time might entail great danger. Remember to stay by my side at all times, don’t wander off, and especially don’t look at other women!" Li Jiayin warned seriously, finishing up playfully with a gentle tap on Xu Wendong with her fist.

"Senior Sister, my eyes only have you." Xu Wendong’s face was full of smiles, he said appeasingly.

"Hmm, I don’t believe it, your eyes also have Zhao Ying’er and your Lin family’s elder!" Li Jiayin pouted, her face full of jealousy.

Ever since experiencing a wonderful dual cultivation with Xu Wendong, she’s become increasingly sensitive to certain oddities.

Women’s intuition is always sharp; with a bit of thought, she’s deduced that there might be other women around Xu Wendong.

Lin Yin and Zhao Ying’er have undoubtedly become her potential rivals.

At this moment, it was Xu Wendong’s turn to feel a bit embarrassed.

He had momentarily overlooked the extraordinary means Li Jiayin possessed.

With her abilities, investigating some matters is practically child’s play.

The things between himself and Lin Yin, Zhao Ying’er in the past, after all, can’t be hidden for long.

"At the very least, right now, my eyes only have you." Xu Wendong cleverly swapped concepts, responding unyieldingly.

Li Jiayin smiled contentedly after hearing this, nodding gently.

In the Netherworld, having multiple wives and concubines is common, Li Jiayin finds nothing wrong with it.

In this world where the strong prey on the weak, the strong naturally enjoy privileges.

She only hopes she can hold a place in Xu Wendong’s heart, nothing else matters.

Moreover, she knows that this small place like the Heavenly Nether Sect can’t trap Xu Wendong, a true dragon soaring through the heavens.

"Everything can wait until tomorrow. Tonight, let’s spend a wonderful evening together first." Xu Wendong picked up Li Jiayin, stepping briskly into the room...

On the next morning, soft sunlight shone on the Martial Arts Arena.

The disciples selected from the last selection conference stood neatly in rows, each with a tall posture.

Sect Master Li Lingtian carried a longsword, floating in the air like an immortal.

He emitted a powerful aura that inspired awe.

Xu Wendong hurriedly arrived, instantly feeling a solemn atmosphere pervading the scene.

"Everyone’s arrived, so next we’ll head to the Nether Ruins." Li Lingtian said in a steady voice, not hastily. His eyes revealed a barely discernible hint of reluctance.

These disciples are the elite forces of the Heavenly Nether Sect.

Every previous entry into the Nether Ruins often resulted in the loss of many lives.

The Nether Ruins are filled with hidden dangers, requiring constant vigilance against various traps and fellow travelers.

The Three Great Sects have been fighting openly and secretly for years; on the surface, it seems harmonious, but behind the scenes, there’s plenty of scheming and backstabbing.

"Before we go, I need to explain the rules within the Nether Ruins." Li Lingtian raised his voice, speaking loudly.

Clearly articulating the rules may help the Heavenly Nether Sect lose fewer disciples.

"The Nether Ruins will open for three days, but the internal time-flow is slow; once you’re inside, three days outside equate to thirty days in the Nether Ruins, so within those thirty days, try to find as many treasures and chances as possible."

"Meanwhile, those treasures and opportunities often come with traps, some even guarded by powerful Netherworld Beasts."

"You must be careful of attacks from Netherworld Beasts and guard against malicious attacks from other forces."

After explaining the time constraints and other rules, Li Lingtian unsheathed the longsword from his back.

Suddenly, the sword flashed with golden light, quickly expanding in size.

Li Jiayin and the other disciples skillfully leaped onto the sword.

Apparently, they were already accustomed to this kind of scene.

Xu Wendong, however, watched all this with interest, his eyes filled with curiosity.

"Come aboard, now we’ll head towards the Nether Ruins." Li Lingtian steadily surveyed everyone, speaking loudly.

In the blink of an eye, the originally normal-sized spirit sword transformed into a gigantic flying boat, levitating stably in the air, big enough to hold thirty disciples.

The disciples, upon seeing this, deftly used their movement techniques, leaping onto the spirit sword like nimble birds.

Once everyone was in place, Li Lingtian took a deep breath, continuously channeling his potent soul power into the spirit sword.

His eyes were firm, muttering words, controlling the spirit sword as it floated upwards and then swept like a stream of light towards the Nether Ruins.

The location of the Nether Ruins was at the central area of the Heavenly Nether Domain.

This place was shrouded by a mysterious and evil force, enveloped by thick Yin Energy all year round.

Even more deadly, it was filled with layers of toxic hazards; the toxic haze appeared in a strange cyan and green color, like it was alive, twisting and spreading.

If ordinary people entered rashly, they would be corroded by the toxic haze within moments, their bodies rapidly decaying, even if they weren’t aware of their manner of death.

In such harsh conditions, naturally, no one dared to risk entering recklessly.

However, at specific intervals, the toxic haze would retreat like a tide, providing a short window of opportunity to open the Nether Ruins.

Coincidentally, people from the Da Yin Dynasty came to apply pressure, demanding the Heavenly Nether Domain’s Three Great Sects forcefully open the Nether Ruins, and at this time, the toxic haze happened to retreat, as if arranged by fate.

"Junior Brother, entering the Nether Ruins this time, we need to be careful." Li Jiayin walked lightly beside Xu Wendong, looking at him with concern.

She’d long heard about the horrors of the Nether Ruins, and she was mentally prepared.

Though it’s also her first time entering the Nether Ruins, she’s evidently more thorough compared to other disciples.

Zhao Ying’er quickly stepped forward, standing on the other side of Xu Wendong. Her lips curled into a sweet smile as she said, "Lin Mo, let’s act together when the time comes."

Her voice was crisp and pleasant, like the clear spring gurgling in the mountains, echoing on the spirit sword.

The sight of both Blue Island beauties voluntarily accompanying Xu Wendong drew the attention of many disciples, their eyes filled with envy!