After receiving news of Buzhou Mountain from Bai Wuchang, Ye Ling did not hide the truth about Buzhou Mountain from Ye You and the others.
After all, they were all going to enter Buzhou Mountain, and there was no benefit in keeping it from the women.
After the women digested the information, the group, led by Bai Wuchang, quickly headed towards Buzhou Mountain.
Bai Wuchang was different from Qu Hu and Tian Yuan. He held a high position in the Underworld. Ye Ling and his group encountered many Yin soldiers conducting checks along the way. However, with Bai Wuchang present, they encountered no obstructions.
If Bai Wuchang had not led the way, but instead Qu Hu and Tian Yuan, Ye Ling believed that given the current state of martial law in the Underworld, they would not only be led on a wild goose chase by the two ghosts but would also likely come into conflict with the Yin soldiers.
Now, with Bai Wuchang leading the way, everything was much more convenient.
Soon, under Bai Wuchang's guidance, everyone arrived at a sea of red Higanbana.
As far as the eye could see, there were only vibrant, blood-red Higanbana.
"So beautiful..." The few women were instantly mesmerized upon seeing the sea of Higanbana, deeply captivated by it.
Although the sky was overcast, it complemented the vibrant red flower sea, giving the place a unique beauty.
Ye Ling looked out and could see a mountain connecting heaven and earth behind the flower sea.
The top of the mountain was covered by clouds, making it impossible to see its full form.
Bai Wuchang said, "Your Majesty, passing through the Higanbana sea will lead to Buzhou Mountain. However, the fragrance of the Higanbana is poisonous to the living. If one's cultivation is insufficient and they enter rashly, they can easily fall into an illusion and become lost forever. I ask Your Majesty to protect your friends."
"Thank you for the reminder."
Ye Ling thanked him and enveloped the three women with a layer of demonic energy, isolating them from the fragrance emitted by the Higanbana.
Wrapped in demonic energy, the three women immediately regained their senses and broke out in a cold sweat.
Ye You exclaimed, "This flower's toxicity is so potent that even I was affected without realizing it. I was almost mesmerized by this sea of flowers just now!"
Bai Wuchang chuckled, "After all, Higanbana is a divine flower connecting the shores of Yin and Yang. It was initially used to separate the human and ghost realms. However, after the Buzhou Mountain in the mortal world was placed in the semi-spiritual realm, no living beings have mistakenly entered this place, and the Higanbana sea has become a place purely for viewing."
After confirming that the women were unharmed, Ye Ling glanced at the flower sea again before shifting his attention to Buzhou Mountain in the distance. He could vaguely see a layer of green covering the surface of Buzhou Mountain.
It was evident that this was the poisonous gas emanating from the collision of the green meteorite that shattered Buzhou Mountain.
Ye Ling said, "That must be the poisonous gas released by the green meteorite. Judging by its appearance, Buzhou Mountain in the Underworld has been completely polluted..."
Bai Wuchang bowed and said, "Currently, Hei Wuchang is leading the Yin soldiers to set up formations around Buzhou Mountain, sealing the poisonous gas within Buzhou Mountain."
"However, a seal is ultimately not a long-term solution. Given the current state of Buzhou Mountain, it is only a matter of time before the poisonous gas breaks through the seal and spreads throughout the entire Underworld."
"Mm." Ye Ling nodded, then ascended into the sky. "I'll go take a look first. Bai Wuchang, you lead them and follow as quickly as possible!"
Bai Wuchang bowed respectfully, "As you command."
With that, Ye Ling transformed into a streak of black light, tearing through the sky, and sped towards Buzhou Mountain!
...
At the foot of Buzhou Mountain, one hundred thousand Yin soldiers stood in formation, maintaining the seal on Buzhou Mountain.
The atmosphere within the army was extremely solemn.
All the Yin soldiers knew the gravity of the situation.
Inside the camp, Hei Wuchang stared intently at the map of Buzhou Mountain, his brows furrowed. He asked a nearby Ghost Guard, "Have the scouts sent into Buzhou Mountain returned?"
The Ghost Guard replied, "There is no news yet..."
Hei Wuchang said coldly, "Then send in another batch!"
Upon hearing Hei Wuchang's words, the Ghost Guard's expression changed slightly. He quickly knelt before Hei Wuchang and exclaimed in shock, "My lord, we have already sent ten batches of scouts into the mountain, and none have returned. It is estimated that they have all met a grim fate. We truly..."
"Do you think you can teach me what to do?"
Hei Wuchang slammed the table violently, splitting it in two. "Buzhou Mountain is in danger of collapsing at any moment. This is a crisis for the Three Realms!"
"If the Heavenly Court's reinforcements are still delayed, and we do not ascertain the situation inside Buzhou Mountain, are we just going to wait here to die?"
The Ghost Guard trembled and quickly said, "Your subordinate understands. I will arrange for new scouts immediately!"
"Report!!!"
At that moment, a Yin soldier rushed into the camp and shouted, "Report, my lord! A powerful Yin soul has broken through the blockade and wishes to see you!"
Hearing the Yin soldier's words, Hei Wuchang's expression became even more grim. He said sternly, "Who dares to be so bold? To break into the military camp at this time?"
"Do not see him! Have him executed!"
"Yes!"
The Yin soldier acknowledged the order and quickly withdrew from the camp.
Seeing this, the Ghost Guard also said to Hei Wuchang, "My lord, since that person was able to break through the blockade of the army, his strength must be considerable. It may be very difficult for our brothers to apprehend him!"
"Now is a time when we need all the manpower we can get. There should not be any unnecessary losses. I implore Your Lordship to permit me to deal with this intruder!"
Hei Wuchang rubbed his nose, looking somewhat weary. "Deal with the intruder as quickly as possible, and then arrange for scouts. No matter what method you use, get me the intelligence from inside!"
The Ghost Guard said loudly, "Your subordinate obeys!"
As the Ghost Guard withdrew from the camp, Hei Wuchang's gaze returned to the map of Buzhou Mountain, his brows tightly knit. He muttered to himself, "The incident of the meteorite breaking the foundation of Buzhou Mountain endangers the Three Realms. The Heavenly Court should have dispatched reinforcements immediately. Why has the King of Hell not returned with his troops?"
"Could it be that something has happened in the Heavenly Court as well?"
A bad premonition suddenly arose in Hei Wuchang's heart. Before he could recover, another commotion erupted outside the military tent.
"Report!!! The Ghost Guard has been defeated by the intruder, and he has begun to sabotage the sealing formation!"
At this moment, the Yin soldier's voice came from outside the tent again!
Hearing the Yin soldier's words, Hei Wuchang's expression instantly turned cold. "Outrageous! A bunch of useless fools!"
This was a military stronghold, with a hundred thousand troops stationed here, yet a single ghost was allowed to run rampant within the ranks?
In an instant, killing intent surged within Hei Wuchang's heart!
"I want to see just which reckless little ghost dares to storm my camp!"
Hei Wuchang roared, flicked his sleeve, and strode out of the tent, only to see Ye Ling surrounded by a large number of Yin soldiers outside the tent!
Hei Wuchang's pupils contracted sharply.
How could it be him!
The Yin soldiers beside him saw Hei Wuchang emerge from the tent and quickly pointed at Ye Ling, saying, "My lord, the intruder is over there. Hurry and apprehend him!"
Hei Wuchang's mouth twitched, and then he slapped the Yin soldier fiercely across the face.
"That's no intruder!"
"That's His Majesty!"