Ying Ni boarded the plane with nine companions. During the journey, Ying Ni began to get to know and communicate with these nine people.

"Sister Ying, where are we going on this journey?" Muya, the youngest of the nine companions, had been frail and sickly since childhood. She had learned herbal medicine from a teacher and served as the team's medical ambassador. The moment she stepped onto the plane, Ying, knowing her frailty, handed her an amulet as a token of her deep concern.

"In Chinese mythology, there are five mysterious entrances to the underworld, namely Ghost Gate, Candle Road, Dushuo Mountain, Youdu Mountain and Fengdu City." Seeing Mu Ya raise the question and the people around her looking expectant, Ying Li decided to give them a vivid history lesson before arriving.

"Ghost Gate is the gateway to the underworld, a mysterious place where yin and yang meet, and it is difficult for the spirits of the netherworld to escape. According to legend, the three words "Ghost Gate" are engraved on Ghost Gate with vigorous brushstrokes, just like a book written by nature. There are also eighteen ghost kings on both sides, accompanying them like shadows, eternally guarding this gate." Tian Suanzi had already understood what Ying Meng meant when she mentioned the five major entrances, so he added calmly.

"Your elders must have mentioned these past events, but perhaps you just listened to them as stories. Since you, Tiansuanzi, still remember these anecdotes, then tell us in detail!" Ying Li knew that everyone present had heard what she said, but whether they really paid attention was unknown.

"The Candlelight Road is a dreamlike path conceived by love. In the past, two messengers from the other shore and this shore defied fate and transformed into gorgeous red spider lilies, blooming in the depths of the underworld. This path winds along the edge of reality and dreams. Only those who truly love each other can set foot on it, transcend the boundary between life and death, and escape the suffering of reincarnation." Tian Suanzi told the story, and then gently picked up the clear spring at hand.

"Deep in Mount Dushuo, stands a towering peach tree, its branches winding and stretching across more than 3,000 miles. Hidden among the branches in the northeast is the Ghost Gate, where ghosts gather and roam. And under this magical peach tree is a secret path leading to another world." Jingkong, who was standing nearby, added this detail while Tiansuanzi was drinking water.

"Youdu Mountain condenses the most yin energy in the universe, and constructs a mysterious passage where yin and yang intersect. According to legend, this mountain can lead to the underworld at any time, a world that lies on the brink of life and death." Bai Fan had experienced some twists and turns in Youdu, so he had a deep understanding of Youdu.

"Fengdu City has always been regarded as the gateway to the underworld. Taoist scriptures state that the Emperor of Fengdu is the ruler of the underworld. Fengdu City therefore enjoys a lofty status. It is a sacred place where yin and yang meet." Emperor Xin also joined in. After all, they were about to go to the battlefield together, so they should understand each other.

"Miss Ying, our destination this time is the legendary Ghost Gate?" As the chief disciple of the Shushan School and the leader of this operation, Gu Yanqing always maintains his solemnity and seriousness in dealing with people.

"Qingqing, there's no need to be so serious! We are here to gain experience, not to go to the place of reincarnation." There was a hint of playful banter in Miao Yimo's words.

The two had been enemies for years, and along with Gu Qingxiao, they had been compared to each other by their elders since childhood. Despite this, their friendship remained unbreakable.

"We are about to step into the Ghost Gate. If I were alone, I could pass through any door at will. But since you are traveling with me, I have to think carefully to ensure your safety. Compared with other areas, the ghost officials at the Ghost Gate are slightly inferior. More importantly, this place can handle the pass to the underworld." Ying Li explained the reason for choosing the Ghost Gate.

"Travel pass?" Bai Fan frowned. Having reincarnated for dozens of times, he was unfamiliar with many matters in the Three Realms. He looked at everyone present with a somewhat confused look.

Everyone also looked confused and had no idea about the Ghost Gate Guide. The elder had never mentioned it before.

In ancient myths and legends, the description of Ghost Gate is terrifying, and the scene is eerie and terrifying. A memorial archway stands tall, with the three powerful characters "Ghost Gate" engraved on the banner. On each side, there are eighteen ghost kings and gatekeepers standing guard, ready to fight. It is as solid as a wall of iron and steel and indestructible. To enter Ghost Gate, one must undergo strict examination and possess the ghost country's pass - the pass. The main function of Ghost Gate is to screen and review the souls entering the underworld, punish those who commit crimes, and warn the world: "Punish evil and promote good, only good can bring peace." Ying Ni did not directly mention the pass, but narrated a strange story from the history books.

"This pass is very important to us!" Gu Yanqing immediately realized the importance of this pass.

"Indeed, with this pass, you will be legally allowed to enter the underworld. In the underworld, no undead spirits can occupy your bodies." Ying Li patiently explained the many rules of the underworld to the nine people.

"Bai Fan, regardless of your past grudges against others in Youdu, you must be patient this time. Otherwise, I wouldn't mind buying you a new fox fur scarf as a warning."

After meticulously explaining the rules and taboos of the underworld to the nine people, Ying Ni's gaze fixed on Bai Fan. Soon after, the others followed suit. Bai Fan looked slightly displeased, nodding reluctantly and then touching his nose awkwardly. His eyes shifted, trying to avoid meeting Ying Ni's gaze.

"Okay, we are about to arrive at our destination. Before that, I must reiterate one point: in the underworld, you must all follow my instructions. Of course, the purpose of your trip is to train yourself, and I will select some areas of moderate difficulty for you to practice. Do you understand?" Seeing Bai Fan nod in confirmation, Ying Li's hesitation was mostly relieved. She looked at the ground they were about to step on and reminded them again.

Everyone nodded in agreement, knowing full well that in the perils of the underworld, only Ying Ni could be their solid support. After all, the purpose of their journey was to train themselves, not to seek their own death.

The plane hovered steadily above a quiet place. Ying Ni opened the cabin door lightly, then drew out the Frost Sword, and controlled the sword in mid-air, with the sword body suspended in the air.

"Those of you who can control the flying sword, please fly it; if you can't, please jump down with a parachute." Ying Li said to everyone in the seat in a firm tone.

Bai Fan gently untied his safety restraints and stepped out of the cabin, his posture erect, like a pine tree in the air, quietly standing behind Ying Ni. Gu Yanqing and Gu Qingxiao also rode their swords, swiftly reaching Ying Ni's side. Mu Ya activated the sect's most precious treasure, the Azure Wings, passed down from her master, and flapped her wings, ready to fly. Jingkong activated the wooden fish in his hand, transforming it into a giant plate, and sat firmly on it. Seeing this, the others climbed onto Jingkong's wooden fish.

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