Chapter 467: Ghost Emperor Emerges

This Ghost King liked Bai Hua Xianzi, but unfortunately the outcome was predictable—he had been chased and nearly killed by Bai Hua Xianzi from the start.

Looking at the atmosphere in the hall, it became increasingly strange.

After all, nobody wants this kind of thing to happen to them; being cautious is definitely the right choice.

But now is obviously not the time to quibble about these things.

The three Ghost Kings who escaped last night, seeing the ghosts filled with suspicion, spoke up.

"I say, what we should consider now is the Dao Yi Sect."

"Yeah, we can talk about these things later; it's not too late."

But their comfort had no effect; once doubt arises, things spiral out of control.

The Ghost Kings still eyed their companions with suspicion.

Just as the Ghost Kings were mutually suspicious, a ghostly apparition appeared out of nowhere in the arena.

It was enveloped in a thick mass of ghostly qi, making its face impossible to discern.

As this ghostly shadow appeared, the Ghost Kings present were startled, then rose respectfully.

"Paying respects to the Ghost Emperor."

The newcomer turned out to be one of the two Ghost Emperors of Ghost Valley.

As soon as the Ghost Emperor appeared, all the Ghost Kings present ceased their discussion.

"Being able to slay over ten Ghost Kings in a single night—well, that's quite an ability."

The moment he spoke, one could hear the Ghost Emperor's extreme dissatisfaction with last night's events; the Ghost Kings dared not refute him at all, merely listening obediently.

He stepped onto the main seat, swept his gaze over the many Ghost Kings present, and the Ghost Emperor coldly questioned.

"Regardless of the reason, after last night's battle, do you still consider the Dao Yi Sect a match?"

No Ghost King answered; after losing over ten in one battle, who would dare claim they could defeat the Dao Yi Sect?

There was no need for the Ghost Kings to reply; the Ghost Emperor coldly said.

"I imagine you already have the answer in your hearts; even if we intervene, the outcome likely won't be good."

Even if the Ghost Emperor intervened, it would be hard to turn the tide; don't forget, Yu Mo and the other two haven't shown themselves yet, and there was no sign of them acting last night.

Otherwise, the Ghost Emperor wouldn't have remained hidden all this time.

Upon hearing this, the Ghost Kings already had some guesses in their hearts; one Ghost King boldly spoke up.

"What the Ghost Emperor means is................"

"Let's talk; let's see what the Dao Yi Sect wants, and as long as it's not excessive, we'll agree to it."

"This................"

Putting it nicely, it's called negotiation; putting it badly, it's just begging for peace.

The Ghost Emperor actually conceived the idea of seeking peace, which the Ghost Kings found hard to accept at once.

You know, over the years, when facing the Huang Ji Sect—also one of the four great immortal sects—Ghost Valley has never bowed in humiliation to seek peace.

Often, it was the Huang Ji Sect that showed weakness first, allowing both sides to cooperate for so many years.

But now the Ghost Emperor is seeking peace—doesn't that amount to admitting Ghost Valley is inferior to the Dao Yi Sect?

Feeling indignant and unable to swallow it, seeing the Ghost Kings' expressions change, the Ghost Emperor naturally knows what they're thinking.

He let out a cold snort.

"Feeling embarrassed? Then why didn't you win last night? You lost—are you unwilling to admit it?"

"No, it's just that we are incompetent."

"Hmph, the Dao Yi Sect is now at its zenith, and Yu Mo and those three old coots are basically cornered beasts; fighting them to the death now is absolutely the stupidest decision."

Seeking peace is the result of the Ghost Emperor's careful consideration; firstly, because last night's crushing defeat has already relegated Ghost Valley to a lower tier.

Even if Ghost Valley could deal with Qi Xiong and those four peak disciples next, what then?

How would we handle the remaining thirty-two peaks of the Dao Yi Sect? Could we still win?

Secondly, and most crucially, it's Yu Mo and the other two.

The Ghost Emperor shares the common view that Yu Mo and the two others are now cornered beasts, like grasshoppers after autumn—unable to last long.

What's the point of fighting desperately with someone on their deathbed?

Moreover, the Ghost Emperor has no lifespan concerns; he needn't worry about that, and can simply wear them down over time.

Thus, temporarily bowing one's head is the wisest choice.

Not giving the Ghost Kings a chance to rebut, as soon as his words fell, the Ghost Emperor directly continued.

"This matter is thus decided; I will personally intervene. Remember, you must not provoke the Dao Yi Sect—give them whatever they ask for."

Having spoken, the Ghost Emperor's silhouette gradually faded, leaving the Ghost Kings both unwilling and helpless.

Meanwhile, at the Dao Yi Sect's Spirit City, the disciples had just finished breakfast, were resting, and discussing how to later give Ghost Valley a setback.

In the kitchen's rear courtyard, Yu Mo and the five others were comfortably drinking tea, when suddenly Yu Mo opened his eyes and chuckled.

"They came rather quickly."

The surroundings of Spirit City were naturally laid with a formation by Zhāng Tiānzhèn, and at this moment the Ghost Emperor stood outside the formation.

Given its strength, it could naturally break these formations easily; but since it came seeking peace, it kept a low profile.

It merely leaked a trace of aura, without attacking the formation, waiting for Yu Mo and the others to appear.

Feeling the Ghost Emperor's aura, Yu Mo and the five exchanged glances.

"Jiang Shan, Peng Yun—you two need not show yourselves."

The two are currently unsuitable for appearing before the world; hearing this, Jiang Shan and Peng Yun also nodded.

Afterward, Yu Mo and the three others flickered and vanished from the spot.

Outside the formation, as Yu Mo and the three emerged, the Ghost Emperor was about to speak, but seeing their ruddy complexions, his expression under the ghostly aura became somewhat complex for a moment.

This damn doesn't look like someone who's about to die.

And Yu Mo instead turned the tables.

"You old ghost, long time no see—what do you want to say? Say it, do you want to exchange two moves or what?"

Seeing that Yu Mo and the three others showed no sign of death, the Ghost Emperor stared for a moment, then finally spoke.

"My Ghost Valley has no intention of being enemies with your Dao Yi Sect. Speak, what is your purpose for coming here?"

So you came to make peace?

Hearing this, Yu Mo smiled and replied.

"If you'd said so earlier, it would have been fine."

"You... cut the crap, what exactly does your Dao Yi Sect want?"

"Actually, there's nothing much—just looking for something."

"Looking for something?"

"Your Ghost Valley has good stuff, huh? How about letting us go in and look around?"

"Want treasures? Upon hearing this, the Ghost Emperor's face instantly darkened—this is really the lion opening its mouth wide."

"Letting you go in and look around? That's completely baseless."

"How much exactly are you looking for?"

"Impossible, you need to give a number; otherwise you'll empty out my Ghost Valley—do you expect me to agree?"

"No definite amount means it's unlimited, which I certainly can't agree to."

"Being refused, Yu Mo wasn't anxious, still saying with a grin."

"So there's nothing to discuss?"

"You at least need to give a number."

"Seeing the killing intent flash in Yu Mo's eyes, the Ghost Emperor fell silent for a moment, his tone softening a bit."

"Originally I didn't want to become enemies with your Dao Yi Sect at this time, so I could only suppress my anger."