Divine King of Honour Chapter 1900: Beauty’s Invitation

Before Xu Nian could ponder further, two figures rapidly approached from a distance.

These were two middle-aged men.

One possessed short, fiery red hair, with pupils that mirrored the crimson hue. He was evidently a master of the True Intent of the Fire Attribute Dao.

The other wore pristine white robes, his long hair neatly tied up and secured with a wooden hairpin, giving him the appearance of a learned sage.

Both emanated an immensely potent divine aura, clearly marking them as the God-level leaders overseeing this mission.

Upon their arrival, they surveyed the assembled group of five, their gazes briefly resting on Xu Nian before moving on.

Without a word, their brows furrowed slightly as they turned their attention to Ye Shumin.

"Shumin, is everyone accounted for?" the man in the white robe inquired, his eyes on Xu Nian.

"Everyone is present, Uncle Wang," Ye Shumin replied with deference.

"Excellent. Since all are here, we shall depart. Remain close to me," instructed the middle-aged man in white.

With that, he guided the contingent towards the Transmission Array.

Xu Nian, naturally, kept pace, following closely behind. They soon reached the vicinity of the Transmission Array.

"This Transmission Array leads to the No. 3 Hell World. You should be somewhat familiar with its characteristics," the White Robed Taoist stated.

Xu Nian and the others simply nodded in acknowledgement.

Indeed, the No. 3 Hell World was not an unknown entity to them.

In contrast to the First Hell World they had previously traversed, this No. 3 Hell World promised to be significantly more perilous and unforgiving.

Within its confines, they could potentially face even more formidable adversaries.

"Let us proceed!"

Under the White Robed Taoist's direction, the group of seven stepped into the Transmission Array.

A resonant "Buzz!" filled the air.

The White Robed Taoist activated the array, utilizing ten Divine Origin Stones. A brilliant light then surged skyward, and the group of seven vanished from their original location.

Xu Nian experienced a brief wave of dizziness, only to find himself standing in a desolate wilderness.

The environment bore a resemblance to the First Hell World where Xu Nian had undergone his assessment, yet notable differences were apparent.

The very fabric of space here felt more unstable, and the surrounding energies were more turbulent, rendering direct absorption impossible.

Furthermore, numerous spatial tears marred the landscape, some minuscule and easily overlooked.

Even cultivators at the Divine level could have their bodies torn asunder if grazed by these spatial rifts.

"Can this truly be the No. 3 Hell World? It's said that three Daluo God-level experts once appeared here, and even the Elders of the Law Enforcement Hall tread with extreme caution," Qiao Baiyun remarked with astonishment as he surveyed their surroundings.

"Indeed, the No. 3 Hell World is undeniably fearsome. Those three Daluo God-level masters apparently harbor intense hostility towards beings from the Netherworld," Ye Shumin added.

"Even if they are hostile, it matters little. As long as no Daluo God-level expert treads here, their direct interference is unlikely. Moreover, our mission is covert and does not venture into their established territories, so we should avoid encountering them," the White Robed Taoist explained.

The group offered nods of agreement.

As long as they avoided any Daluo God-level cultivators, they reasoned that significant danger was unlikely.

"We must press on. The abode of the powerful entity should lie in this direction; let us hasten," the red-haired man urged.

Without objection, the group commenced their journey, which would span several days.

Throughout their travels, they encountered various perils, but the keen perception of the God-level experts allowed them to evade most swiftly.

Naturally, there were instances where evasion proved impossible.

However, through effective teamwork, they managed to navigate these dangerous situations unscathed.

Additionally, the powerful denizens of these fragmented hell worlds rarely engaged in protracted pursuits, ensuring their eventual safety.

Nearly a full month later, they finally reached the mountain range that marked their destination.

"The Yutuo Mountain ahead is our objective for this expedition. Currently, the mountain is shielded by a potent Divine Array. Entry is impossible without breaching the formation. However, the array is nearing its collapse and has at most three months remaining. Let us establish a temporary rest here," the White Robed Taoist announced.

The group concurred with his assessment.

They proceeded to set up temporary shelters on adjacent peaks.

After all, their stay was projected to last for three months.

Xu Nian selected a secluded spot to construct his temporary abode, augmenting it with several defensive talismans.

For Xu Nian, this physical dwelling was merely a pretense.

His true essence remained within the Chaos Divine Palace, meaning any peril facing his Soul Avatar would inflict minimal harm upon him.

At present, his three avatars were progressing daily within the Chaos Divine Palace.

Over the ensuing three months, Xu Nian intended to dedicate his time to continued enlightenment, not idleness.

Their period of relative peace was short-lived, as a message soon materialized within his temporary abode.

Xu Nian examined the incoming message, which originated from Ye Shumin.

It was an invitation to convene.

Xu Nian surmised that Ye Shumin's invitation was unlikely for casual reasons; another motive must be at play.

After a moment's consideration, Xu Nian resolved to accept the meeting.

Indeed, as expected, when Xu Nian made his way to Ye Shumin's quarters, the alluring Qiao Baiyun was present alongside her.

"We meet again, Brother Xu Fenn," Qiao Baiyun greeted with a captivating smile, bestowing a playful wink upon Xu Nian.

Xu Nian maintained his composure, offering a gentle smile. "Greetings, Sister Qiao, Sister Ye."

However, his heart couldn't help but skip a beat.

There was no denying the potent effectiveness of Qiao Baiyun's Charming Technique.

Even with his preparedness, Xu Nian's mind wavered ever so slightly.

"Brother Xu Fenn, that's hardly fair! You address Sister Ye as 'Sister Ye,' yet you call me 'Sister Qiao,' deliberately excluding me," Qiao Baiyun declared with a touch of feigned pique.

Xu Nian found himself in a state of amiable distress, responding only with, "Greetings, Sister Qiao!"

"No, no, it ought to be 'Good Sister,'" Qiao Baiyun countered, raising an eyebrow as she chuckled seductively.

A sudden bead of cold sweat trickled down Xu Nian's temple.

"Now, now, let's not make things difficult for Brother Xu Fenn. We should focus on the matter at hand," Ye Shumin interjected with a light laugh.

At her words, Qiao Baiyun's playful demeanor softened, and she ceased her teasing.

Xu Nian managed an awkward smile, directing his gaze back to Ye Shumin.

"Brother Xu Fenn, we seek your assistance on this occasion, and naturally, we won't expect your help without offering due compensation. We intend to provide you with a suitable reward, and we were wondering if you would be amenable?" Ye Shumin inquired, her eyes fixed on Xu Nian.

Qiao Baiyun, too, observed Xu Nian intently.

"What assistance do you require from me, Sister Ye? And what reward do you propose? I can only commit if I am certain of my ability to help," Xu Nian replied, refraining from an immediate acceptance.

After all, his current connection with Ye Shumin and the others was not deeply established, and if the task proved significantly perilous, he had no compelling reason to undertake such a risk for their sake.

A shared glance passed between Qiao Baiyun and Ye Shumin, followed by soft laughter.

"Brother Xu Fenn is indeed astute. Very well, let us begin with the proposed reward; I wonder if this piques your interest, Brother Xu Fenn?" Ye Shumin inquired with a smile, conjuring an object that materialized at her fingertips.

A flicker of surprise crossed Xu Nian's features.

"What is this item?"