Divine King of Honour Chapter 1919: Netherworld Lord

Following closely behind, no further disturbances came to pass. After all, Xu Nian was now positioned right beside a Daluo God level powerhouse. With such a formidable presence nearby, no one dared to provoke Xu Nian any further. Naturally, Xu Nian's placement in the front row drew a considerable amount of attention. While initially unaccustomed to such scrutiny, Xu Nian soon settled into a state of calm composure. He then waited patiently.

"Buzz!" After a prolonged period of waiting by Xu Nian and the others, a resonant sound, reminiscent of an ancient, resounding bell, finally permeated the air. Subsequently, ethereal celestial music began to drift in. The world's primal energy converged relentlessly upon the peak. Brilliant luminescence flared, and divine power surged forth.

"Has it commenced?" Xu Nian, observing this spectacle, felt a flicker of eager anticipation stir within him. All the other Divine-level Experts also straightened their postures, adopting solemn and prepared expressions. Even the Daluo God Level Experts displayed a grave demeanor. Witnessing this, Xu Nian understood that the Netherworld Lord was on the verge of descending.

Indeed, as everyone awaited with bated breath, a figure silently materialized upon the raised platform ahead, appearing before the assembly as if by instantaneous teleportation. "Greetings, Holy Master!" a Daluo God Expert's voice softly intoned. The other experts promptly knelt, their faces etched with deep reverence.

Xu Nian naturally followed suit in offering his salutations, yet he subtly cast a glance upwards, seeking to behold the figure that had materialized from nothingness. For reasons unknown, even though the figure stood directly before him, he could not discern her features. It was as if a perpetual shroud of mist veiled her visage. "Could this be a manifestation of the Netherworld Lord?" a spark of delight ignited within Xu Nian's heart. If so, his prospects of engaging in conversation with the Netherworld Lord would be significantly enhanced.

"Rise!" With a commanding utterance that echoed through the space, an unseen force gently levitated everyone to their feet. "Thank you, Holy Master!" the crowd expressed their hurried gratitude. As the voice faded, they all assumed a cross-legged sitting position. "Let us dispense with pleasantries and commence with the teachings," declared the authoritative female voice. All present then focused their attention earnestly, prepared to absorb the wisdom imparted.

The woman's voice was both melodious and commanding. The doctrines she expounded were profound and intricate, yet presented in easily digestible terms. Even Xu Nian found himself profoundly enlightened, with many of his prior confusions dissolving effortlessly. This revelation provided him with a clear trajectory towards achieving a breakthrough to the Heavenly Dao Truth. Elated, Xu Nian mused. The Netherworld Lord's instruction held the potential to shave tens of thousands of years off his cultivation journey. Many cultivators typically required at least several millennia to transition from the Great Dao True Meaning to the Heavenly Dao Realm, after all. But now, Xu Nian felt that merely a few thousand years, perhaps even less than a thousand, would suffice for his breakthrough. Coupled with the thousandfold time acceleration provided by the Chaos Divine Palace, he firmly believed he could reach the Heavenly Dao Truth realm within a mere three years.

The period of instruction spanned an entire month. Throughout this time, Xu Nian and his companions underwent a profound baptism of mystical Daoism. Xu Nian sensed a heightened clarity in his understanding of the Heaven and Earth Rules. Clearly, the Divine-level Experts also reaped immense benefits, occasionally exhibiting sudden moments of enlightenment, bursts of joy, or moments of deep contemplation. "Very well, the teachings conclude here; what remains is for each of you to cultivate and comprehend at your own pace," the Netherworld Lord announced her conclusion. Upon hearing this, a palpable sense of loss washed over many assembled.

"Thank you, Holy Master!" Nevertheless, they felt immense fortune for having been privy to such a Heavenly Dao lecture. The Netherworld Lord offered a slight nod but made no move to depart. Instead, her gaze settled upon Xu Nian. Instantly, Xu Nian felt an icy sensation course down his spine, as if his very soul had been pierced. "Come with me," the Netherworld Lord instructed Xu Nian. This pronouncement sent ripples of astonishment through the gathered crowd. Even Xu Nian himself was taken aback. He had never anticipated that the Netherworld Lord would personally request his presence. To him, this was undeniably a monumental opportunity.

"Buzz!" A potent force enveloped Xu Nian, and moments later, he felt the world blur and spin around him. When Xu Nian reappeared, he found himself within an immeasurably grand hall. The Netherworld Lord was seated upon a throne within this majestic chamber. It was at this juncture that Xu Nian finally beheld her true countenance. It was a visage of unparalleled beauty, complemented by eyes as icy and brilliant as celestial stars. An aura of terrifying majesty emanated from her, making Xu Nian feel utterly insignificant beneath its oppressive weight. "You have finally arrived. I have been awaiting you for a considerable time." The Netherworld Lord's delicate red lips curved into a subtle smile, her words causing Xu Nian's heart to falter. "Does the Holy Master know of me?" Xu Nian inquired, his voice laced with surprise.

"Indeed, I know you well. Did you not spirit away the one I chose and allow her to merge with the Godhood?" the Netherworld Lord sneered.

Her voice was chillingly devoid of emotion.

Still, a shiver coursed through Xu Nian.

He understood the Netherworld Lord was speaking of Leng Yanran.

Leng Yanran had, at one point, been selected by the Netherworld Lord to become her vessel.

However, Xu Nian's subsequent act of merging Leng Yanran with the Godhood had completely shattered the Netherworld Lord's ambitions.

Consequently, Xu Nian had lived in constant fear of retribution from the Netherworld Lord.

He had delusionally believed that arriving in the Divine World without her knowledge would ensure his safety, but he now recognized the folly of such a thought.

"Since the Holy Master is aware, I will no longer hide the truth. Leng Yanran is my wife, and I could not stand idly by while she sacrificed herself," Xu Nian declared.

The instant his words left his lips, an overwhelming coldness enveloped him.

In that moment, Xu Nian felt as though he were submerged in the Nine Nether Ice Spring.

"You dare to sabotage my plans, and you possess no fear of death. Now, you deliberately seek me out—are you tired of living?" the Netherworld Lord scoffed coldly.

"This junior is merely delivering an item for a senior," Xu Nian replied, retrieving the box that a Daluo God Level Expert had presented to him in the tavern.

Upon glimpsing the box, the Netherworld Lord faltered.

With a mere flick of her wrist, the box was drawn directly into her possession.

Seeing the box, a flicker of surprise crossed the Netherworld Lord's features, followed by a fleeting hint of joy in her eyes.

This transient happiness was so brief that Xu Nian barely perceived it.

"For bringing this to me, I shall permit you to live. However, you have disrupted my schemes, and this transgression will not go unpunished. You are required to undertake a task for me," the Netherworld Lord stated icily.

"Kindly instruct me, Holy Master," Xu Nian responded.

"This undertaking is beyond your present capabilities. You will only need to fulfill it upon your arrival in the Divine World," the Netherworld Lord conveyed.

"The Divine World? I humbly request clarification, Holy Master," Xu Nian inquired, his surprise evident.

He remained uncertain regarding the nature of the task the Netherworld Lord intended for him.