The Bodyguard King’s CEO Wife Chapter 1788: Abdication

"Yes, sir, now not only are the War God Temple and Moon God Temple destroyed, but even our Netherworld Palace has very few people remaining. Our foreign outposts have basically been wiped out, and there are only a few dozen people capable of fighting." Nightmare agreed, stating a fact. Since Ye Shikai and Ji Qian returned to Huaxia, the decline of the Three Temples has been inevitable. The scale of the forces has drastically reduced, and one of the key reasons is the lack of a leader.

Ye Shikai understood everyone’s desire to revive the Three Temples. Although the Netherworld Palace was not founded by him, he led its members to the pinnacle, becoming the overlord of the Main God Realm. However, if Ye Shikai were to leave Huaxia and return now, it would truly be like "a fool’s talk." Times have changed, and he is no longer the Netherworld King he used to be.

"I can never go back," Ye Shikai muttered. The peak of the Three Temples is already history, and Ye Shikai knows his current situation best.

"Sir, although so much has happened, please pull yourself together. Despite the unfavorable situation, we’ve been operating abroad for years and still have many supporters. As long as you lead us in a fierce counterattack, we can definitely defeat Doris and Aphrodite," Nightmare advised.

"Yes, Old Ye, now that your inner strength has recovered, Doris is definitely not your match. Besides, if it weren’t for Doris and Aphrodite’s foul play at the Main God Conference, how could you have gone missing, and how could our Three Temples have suffered such heavy losses?" Wang Kai also tried to persuade him.

"I will never just let Doris and Aphrodite’s actions slide. Besides, even if I don’t go looking for them, they will eventually come to us. So, I will find an opportunity to settle things with them. However, I can no longer return to being the Netherworld King." Ye Shikai said calmly, then turned his gaze to Nightmare.

"Nightmare, do you still carry the important token I gave you?" Ye Shikai suddenly asked.

"Token, is this what you mean, sir?" Nightmare took out a small plaque from his pocket. The plaque was silver-gray with an engraved design, emitting a faint purple glow in the darkness.

Netherworld King Order.

"Is this the Netherworld King Order?" Wang Kai’s eyes were fixed on the Netherworld King Order in Nightmare’s hand. This was the token of the Netherworld Palace. With the Netherworld King Order, one could exercise the powers of the Netherworld King. Seeing the token was like seeing the Netherworld King in person. During Ye Shikai’s absence, the Netherworld King Order had always been with Nightmare.

"That’s right, with this Netherworld King Order, you can mobilize all members of the Netherworld Palace." Ye Shikai was very gratified. He had entrusted the order to Nightmare for safekeeping because of his absolute trust, and now it seemed that this decision was correct.

"I have always kept the order safe without slacking," Nightmare replied.

"Very good." Ye Shikai slowly stood up and took the Netherworld King Order.

"Nightmare, hear the order."

"From today, you are the master of the Netherworld Palace and the future Netherworld King." Ye Shikai’s words were astonishing, and all four were shocked. They never expected Ye Shikai to say this, to pass the position of Netherworld King to Nightmare.

"Sir, this is absolutely not acceptable." Nightmare refused, considering himself less skilled than Ye Shikai and probably not a match for Doris, making it difficult to take on this responsibility.

"Old Ye, you are..."

"Please listen to me." Ye Shikai began to speak, and the four immediately quieted down.

"Given my current circumstances, I can no longer fully manage the affairs of the Netherworld Palace. So much has happened recently; nothing is set in stone. Although Nightmare’s martial skills aren’t as refined as mine, he is more suitable to manage the people and affairs of the Netherworld Palace. He will be a better Netherworld King." Ye Shikai spoke each word resolutely and firmly. Granting the position of the Netherworld King to Nightmare wasn’t a spur-of-the-moment decision; in fact, he had planned this for a long time.

"Nightmare, take the order." Ye Shikai extended his hand, presenting the token to Nightmare. After hesitating for a moment, Nightmare finally kneeled on one knee and respectfully accepted the Netherworld King Order with both hands.

"From today on, you are the Netherworld King. All the affairs of the Netherworld Palace are under your control," Ye Shikai stated solemnly.

"Yes, sir."

After such a "ceremony," Nightmare officially became the next Netherworld King. It wasn’t that Ye Shikai was avoiding responsibility, but practically speaking, at this moment, he was indeed unable to manage the Netherworld Palace. If he lingered on in the position, the Netherworld Palace would eventually completely decay. Only by handing it over to Nightmare could the situation be reversed.

"Ghost, I know you now have a family, but I still hope that when necessary, you can assist Nightmare more." Ye Shikai turned to Ghost, speaking in a calm manner.

"Rest assured, Boss. If I were a selfish person, I wouldn’t have gone to Kunlun Mountain. Since you’ve decided to make Nightmare the Netherworld King, then I will fully support him," Ghost agreed. As the brain of the Netherworld Palace, Ghost’s assistance will make things much easier for Nightmare. Plus, with Ye Shikai himself coordinating things behind the scenes, the transition should not be particularly difficult. With Nightmare’s skills, he can definitely handle it alone.

"That’s good."

"Sir, since you’ve decided to ascend the mountain, we should retreat for now. This is the Chen family’s camp. If we delay further, we might be exposed."

"No need to hurry; I have made arrangements. You can stay with me tonight."

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The next day.

"Kai, you woke up so early today. Are you eager to hit the road?" Early in the morning, Chen Yuxin personally brought him breakfast.

"Thank you." Ye Shikai replied with a smile. He seemed to be in a good mood and started eating the breakfast.

"Kai, you seem to be in a good mood," Chen Yuxin noticed Ye Shikai appeared much more cheerful, which also made her happy. She had always been worried that Ye Shikai might hate or even despise her out of anger.

"Is there good news?"

"Good news? I’ve received some news, but it’s not good news," Ye Shikai sneered, then looked up and asked, "Xin, after you all ascended the mountain, did you encounter other families or engage with them?"

"No, Kai, why are you asking this?"

"No? Are you sure? Why don’t you check with your subordinates first?" Ye Shikai asked in return.

"Kai, what exactly do you mean?" Chen Yuxin sensed a bad premonition but still wouldn’t tell the truth.

"Alright, then. Let’s not beat around the bush. Did you see Ghost and the others?"

Ye Shikai initially intended to erupt at Chen Yuxin but still wanted to give her a chance. If she confessed honestly, at least Ye Shikai wouldn’t be so angry.

"No."