After being exiled for eighteen years, the prince returned to the capital as a veritable immortal.

"Thank you, Your Highness, and thank you, young lady."

Li Mu bowed and expressed his gratitude, saying, "You two have saved my life..."

Before he could finish speaking, he was stunned.

His physical body was already burning, which enhanced his primordial spirit to attack the Ying Emperor's mausoleum.

Once the physical body ceases to exist, the soul will soon dissipate.

This is basic common sense.

But how did he manage to survive?

Li Mu looked down at himself and was even more surprised.

He is currently neither in a physical body nor in a primordial spirit state.

Clearly, clearly... it's a soul.

Seeing Li Mu's surprised expression, Zhou Yi and Hu Die exchanged a smile.

The imperial court has already announced the relevant information about the underworld to the entire nation.

Clearly, Li Mu did not receive it.

"This is the underworld, also known as the netherworld."

Hu Die explained, "After a person dies, they are transferred from the mortal world to this place, and eventually they can enter the cycle of reincarnation and be reborn back into the human world."

"The underworld, the netherworld?" Li Mu was still in shock.

Although he didn't fully understand what Hu Die was saying.

Yet one can sense that this is an amazing new world.

Previously, his gratitude towards Zhou Yi and the other person was limited to their help.

Now, his gaze is filled with more reverence.

This groundbreaking achievement, which benefits all mankind, deserves the respect of everyone.

"This mountain is called Baodu Mountain."

Zhou Yi pointed to the towering mountain peak in front of him and asked,

"General, would you be willing to assume the position of Central Ghost Emperor, guard this mountain, and contribute to the peace of the underworld?"

“This…” Li Mu hesitated.

Back then, he led his troops to fight against Bai Qi's army.

Despite the favorable war situation, he was recalled by the king due to suspicion.

He was even sentenced to death by a foolish and incompetent ruler.

Therefore, he harbored resentment towards working for others.

As if sensing the other party's concerns, Hu Die said:

"His Highness the Crown Prince is attempting to break through the limitations of heaven and earth because of his deceased parents..."

After a brief pause, she continued,

"It is unknown whether we will be able to see the deceased again in a few years."

A glint of light appeared in Li Mu's eyes.

It was as if a spark had been ignited in the boundless darkness.

Glancing at the boundless underworld and feeling its grandeur, he resolutely cupped his hands and said:

"I'm willing!"

……

The Central Ghost Emperor has been confirmed.

The three of the five Ghost Emperors have taken their places.

The general outline of the outer perimeter of the underworld has been determined.

Zhou Yi and Hu Die walked into the underworld.

The Gates of Hell, the Road to the Underworld, the River of Oblivion, the Bridge of Helplessness...

After that, we entered Fengdu Ghost City.

The Ten Kings of Hell, the Eighteen Levels of Hell, and other underworld institutions are mostly located within Fengdu Ghost City.

Many buildings still have their foundations intact after being damaged.

With a wave of his hand, Zhou Yi restored the Yama Palace to its original state.

Previously, Hu Die had recovered considerably.

Although not all ten Kings of Hell have arrived yet.

She has already appointed two or three people.

The eighteen levels of hell have not been fully restored.

Several layers have been restored, and the souls of atonement can now be temporarily imprisoned.

It's clear that Hu Die has devoted herself wholeheartedly to this work.

"has a problem?"

Zhou Yi raised the corner of his mouth and gently flicked her little head.

Hu Die frowned slightly, looking extremely troubled.

She took out the Six Paths of Reincarnation diagram and stroked it.

Anxiety and a lack of confidence surfaced on his face as he said:

"Your Highness, Hu Die is incompetent..."

Her voice grew softer and softer, almost breaking into tears.

Zhou Yi put his arm around her slender waist and chuckled softly:

"No one in the world can do it better than you."

“But I tried many times, and I still couldn’t reincarnate in the six realms.” Hu Die’s voice was full of self-reproach.

Large tears rolled down her face.

His Highness had high hopes for her, but he himself had failed to overcome the most crucial step.

No matter how well the underworld is rebuilt, if one cannot be reincarnated, the underworld will not form a closed loop.

With more and more ghosts, the underworld will eventually be overcrowded.

More importantly.

What Zhou Yi truly cares about is rebirth and the cycle of reincarnation.

Ironically, the only thing that can't function properly is reincarnation.

"Silly girl."

Zhou Yi wiped away the tears from her face, pointed to the Cliff of Resurrection in front of her, and said,

"The Emperor will complete this final step for us soon."

Winning Emperor?

Hu Die's eyes lit up.

So, Your Highness already had a plan.

It's good that I haven't let Your Highness down.

Her teary eyes suddenly radiated happiness and joy.

Once the underworld is functioning normally, Your Highness's attempt will yield results.

"You're so old, and you're still crying."

Zhou Yi gently scraped the jade-like nose of the other woman.

Holding onto a strong arm, with her head resting against Zhou Yi's chest, Hu Die pouted and said:

"They're willing."

……

Imperial City.

The fighting has been intense for several days, and almost all of the Daqian army has been mobilized back to defend the front.

A million-strong army surrounded the imperial city, making it impossible to enter.

Wei Qing, Huo Wubing, Chu Bawang, Bai Qi, the Second Prince, and the Sixth Prince.

The six commanders each led a section, training day and night.

The Imperial City Garrison was stationed around the Imperial Palace.

Inside the palace, the Imperial Guards were stationed at a crossroads.

The atmosphere before the big battle was oppressive and suffocating.

……

Golden Throne Hall.

Censor Chen Chongdao:

"Your Majesty, I am reporting to the Crown Prince Yi."

hiss--

The ministers gasped inwardly.

The censor was known for his outspokenness.

Chen Chong was not just outspoken, he was willing to risk his life to offer advice.

The Ying Emperor's army has been assembled and is heading towards the capital.

The ten-day agreement will begin tomorrow.

In this battle, the outcome of the Great Qian Dynasty hinged entirely on Zhou Yi.

At this point, they actually dared to impeach him.

At this critical moment, even if he were to slaughter thousands or tens of thousands of people in the street.

Even the Emperor Wu dared not punish him.

If Empress Wu were to settle scores, it is likely that the officials and dozens of percent of the people in the capital would not agree.

after all.

Whether or not they can win this battle for survival depends entirely on Zhou Yi.

At this time, if Zhou Yi were to be investigated...

King Xiang Yu of Chu, Bai Qi, will surely follow him away.

If we rely solely on Wei Qing, Huo Wubing, and the two princes, there's no need to even start a war.

Just surrender.

Although Ying Huang lost several generals, including Bai Qi, Wang Jian, Wang Ben, Meng Tian, ​​and Meng Yi.

Among the generals who came to besiege the city were more than ten land immortals, including Meng Ao, Li Xin, and Sikong Cuo.

"Chen Chong, you are going to kill the Great Qian Dynasty and everyone in the capital!"

The fourth prince rebuked angrily.

The ministers also voiced their condemnation.

Normally, if the censors were willing to speak out until someone died, that would be fine.

At a critical juncture for the nation's survival, he still dared to spout such outrageous remarks.

"Wrong! I want to save the Great Qian Dynasty and the hundreds of thousands of lives in the capital!"

Chen Chong spoke with great conviction and righteous indignation.

The Martial Emperor looked helpless and angrily said:

"Speak! If you cannot give a coherent explanation, I will have you flogged to death in court!"

Chen Chongdao:

"Your Majesty, the Crown Prince is acting out of personal selfishness."

"Knowing the location of Emperor Ying's mausoleum, and knowing that Emperor Ying's strength has not yet recovered."

"Yet he didn't go to eliminate Emperor Ying as soon as possible and resolve the crisis of the Great Qian Dynasty before it was even completed!"

"..." The ministers remained silent.

A barrage of questioning glances were cast at Zhou Yi.

Everyone understood what Chen Chong meant.

Moreover, some people have heard that Zhou Yi seems to have known the location of Emperor Ying's mausoleum for a long time.

If possible, while the opponent's strength has not recovered, we should utterly destroy them.

This major battle could indeed have been avoided.