The funny counterattack of traveling through time and space and becoming a vicious female supporting

Chapter 273 The First Step in the Samsara Pool

Meng Po smiled faintly, observing Lu Ling'er's expression, as if she already knew what she would ask. "The messengers of the Underworld are responsible for more than just conveying orders and checking the Book of Life and Death. As a messenger, you must participate in all aspects of the Underworld's work, especially those tasks closely related to the cycle of life and death. Simply put, you are the superhero of the Underworld, responsible for ensuring that every name in the Book of Life and Death is correct."

"The Book of Life and Death?" Lu Linger raised an eyebrow, feeling a little excited. "Isn't that the fate record of the underworld? The fate of all the dead is determined by it."

Meng Po nodded. "Indeed, it's the VIP list of the Underworld. You now have the authority to review this list. Not only must you ensure that every soul can successfully enter reincarnation, but you must also determine their subsequent fate according to the arrangements of the Underworld. Some souls will be judged, while others will be reborn. In short, the orders of the Underworld must be strictly followed. This is a heavy responsibility."

Lu Ling'er's curiosity instantly turned into a complex one. She had thought she was just a "substitute," a tool to carry out the mission, but she hadn't expected to be "promoted" so quickly to become a formal messenger of the underworld, with such a heavy responsibility. She couldn't help but think of what the Lord of the Underworld once said: "You have to earn your own destiny."

"Then where should I go next?" Lu Linger suppressed the complicated emotions in her heart and asked.

Meng Po pointed to a pond in the distance and smiled mysteriously: "The place you are going to next is the Samsara Pond. Every soul must pass through here during its reincarnation. You will receive your first mission there."

Lu Ling'er walked towards the pond, and the scene before her stunned her. The waters of the Samsara Pond seemed bottomless, its dark waters like an old, bottomless wine jar, emanating an inexplicable intimidating aura. The surrounding stone steps were deep and empty, and when the wind blew, ripples appeared on the water, as if silently waiting for something.

"This water..." Lu Linger couldn't help but whisper, "Is it used to cleanse the souls of the dead?"

Meng Po stood behind her, her tone gentle yet tinged with mystery. "Not only that, the Samsara Pond is the 'fast lane to rebirth' in the underworld. The water here can cleanse the soul of all distractions and also test its eligibility. Souls that pass can continue their reincarnation, while those who fail... will have to 'interview' for other positions."

Lu Linger's heart was shocked. It seemed that this Samsara Pool was much more than just a "washing pool." She took a deep breath and stepped onto the stone steps.

As soon as she stepped into the water, a chill ran down her feet. Something seemed to be wriggling underwater, bringing a strong sense of oppression. Her heartbeat accelerated, and her entire body was instantly alert.

"Relax, relax," Meng Po's voice came from behind, her tone calm yet soothing. "There's nothing dangerous underwater. Don't worry, it's just helping you clear your mind."

Lu Ling'er nodded slightly. Though still nervous, she knew there was no turning back. She closed her eyes, relaxed, and let the water slowly soak up to her ankles. The icy cold gradually enveloped her. She felt a strange force flowing through the water, as if an invisible force was pulling her deeper.

At this moment, a strange voice suddenly sounded in her mind: "Whether you, who is replacing 'Lu Xinling', can complete the mission in the underworld depends entirely on whether you can accept the test of reincarnation."

Lu Linger froze, her eyes abruptly opened, only to find silence all around her. Aside from the rippling of the water, nothing else mattered. She frowned. Where on earth was that voice coming from? Could it be that the Hades' system had a "voice assistant"?

Just as she was beginning to wonder, the water suddenly shook violently, and the surrounding scene instantly became blurry. The water before her was like a torn curtain, and her body was pulled underwater by a powerful force. She tried to break free, but she was unable to move.

At that moment, a familiar face emerged from beneath the water—it was the face of Lord Hades, cold and ruthless. His voice echoed in her mind: "Lu Ling'er, can you truly bear the heavy responsibility of the Underworld? This test will determine whether you can complete the mission and inherit the fate of 'Lu Xinling'."

Lu Linger gritted her teeth and tried to remain calm: "I am willing to take responsibility. I don't want to be just a substitute. I want to control my own destiny."

The underwater force increased instantly, pulling her deeper. Then, a dazzling light shot out from the bottom of the water, enveloping her body and mind.

Lu Linger closed her eyes and prayed silently in her heart: "No matter what, I will not give up."