Chapter 495

Three waves of pressure firmly suppressed the few ghost kings that wanted to strike back.

Yu Mo and the three also appeared on the scene; wanting to subdue these ghost kings definitely requires the help of Yu Mo and the three.

Under the interference of Yu Mo and the three, these few ghost kings, facing Hong Zun and the others, didn't stir up much trouble and were quickly slain.

Seeing a ghost king slain on the spot, the other ghost kings dared not act rashly, but they were still troubled in their hearts; the most crucial point was the Ghost Emperor.

"Everyone, how's the consideration going?"

At this time, Qi Xiong asked with a smile; hearing that, a ghost king steeled himself and replied.

"Sect Master Qi, Ghost Valley ultimately isn't up to us; even if we agree with you, if the Ghost Emperor's side..."

They figured it out; if they don't agree today, they probably won't be able to leave this doorway.

Although the food is very tempting, and submitting to the Dao Yi Sect seems to indeed bring many benefits.

But the problem is what they say doesn't count; the true master of Ghost Valley is still the Ghost Emperor.

Regarding this, Qi Xiong naturally understood; so, without letting that ghost king finish speaking, he directly interrupted.

"Those who follow me prosper, those who oppose me perish; everyone, any other questions?"

Qi Xiong's words were extremely overbearing; in one sentence, you don't need to consider the Ghost Emperor—if the Ghost Emperor isn't willing to submit, then kill him.

Three waves of Great Saint pressure suppressed the multitude of ghost kings so they couldn't breathe.

Adding Qi Xiong's step-by-step pressure, as well as the previously unforgettable deliciousness, and the various benefits after joining the Dao Yi Sect.

Under such threat and lure, a ghost king made a choice.

"I am willing to submit to the Dao Yi Sect."

With someone taking the lead, the following matters become simple; one after another, ghost kings spoke up expressing willingness to be loyal to the Dao Yi Sect.

Even if a few ghost kings remain undecided, it's fine; Qi Xiong can give them a hand.

After Hong Zun and the others again struck and slew a ghost king, the remaining ghost kings all chose to defect.

Next, Qi Xiong had them each hand over a wisp of ghost crystal source.

This ghost crystal source is equivalent to human heart's essence blood; it's very important, akin to the existence of a lifeline.

Originally we could have demanded they swear a Heavenly Dao oath, but evil entities inherently defy the Heavenly Dao, being existences cursed by the Heavenly Dao.

So, for them to swear on the Heavenly Dao is useless; bluntly, the Heavenly Dao doesn't acknowledge you.

So, holding onto the ghost crystal source is the same.

Regarding this, the ghost kings might have grievances in their hearts, but they also didn't refuse; this is quite normal.

You just chose to join; if they didn't leave a backup, that would be unreasonable.

"Then, congratulations on joining my Dao Yi Sect faction."

After subduing the multitude of ghost kings, Qi Xiong spoke with a smile.

Immediately, a ghost maiden carrying plate after plate of delicacies appeared again; this time it was completely different from before, with a large amount.

However, although these foods were also made by Ye Zhangqing, the ingredients are no longer demon emperor ingredients, just ordinary ingredients.

But even so, the ghost kings seeing these delicious dishes still couldn't help but feel their index fingers twitch.

"Please, everyone."

"Thank you, Superior Sect."

Just after choosing to submit, benefits immediately appeared; Qi Xiong's move also dispelled much of the lingering resentment in the ghost kings' hearts.

Sometimes drawing a big pie is fine, but you also need to occasionally let people taste.

Just drawing a pie, with no actual benefit, that is obviously insufficient to win people's hearts.

The ghost kings this time finally ate to their satisfaction; although the effect wasn't as heaven-defying as before, the taste still made them praise without end.

What a divine delicacy! Just for this bite, many ghost kings feel that submitting to the Dao Yi Sect is not a loss.

With wine and food sufficient, Qi Xiong had the Shady Morning Three Ghosts arrange for the ghost kings to rest.

The plan went smoothly; next, only those two old ghosts remained.

At night, Qi Xiong asked Yu Mo and the three if they had confidence; in response, Yu Mo gave a speechless look.

"Five against two, you say whether there is?"

Even one-on-one we don't lose to those two old ghosts, let alone with Jiang Shan and the two of them—how could we lose?

Good, then junior nephew will directly contact those two old ghosts tomorrow.

Sure.

Preparations are already sufficient; it's time to show our hand.

What Qi Xiong didn't expect was that, before he could act, the Ghost Emperor's side couldn't hold back.

Having already met the two patriarchs of the Huang Ji Sect and discussed cooperation, the Ghost Emperor couldn't wait to take action.

First, he used Mìfǎ to contact the myriad ghost kings.

Knowing they have been invited to some ghost king feast, the Ghost Emperor's meaning is that the ghost kings need not leave; they can stay together with the Dao Yi Sect, awaiting orders to act.

The idea is good, but the Ghost Emperor doesn't realize that the ghost kings who received its message now all have complex expressions.

They have just defected to the Dao Yi Sect, and now the Ghost Emperor orders them to prepare to besiege the Dao Yi Sect—what are we to do?

What do we do now?

The Ghost Crystal Origin is still being held in Qi Xiong's hand.

But can we possibly not obey the Ghost Emperor's orders?

How to obey? Now we damn well are already members of the Dao Yi Sect.

But can the Dao Yi Sect be a match for the Ghost Emperor? The two patriarchs of the Huang Ji Sect have already left seclusion.

I don't know, but I think the Dao Yi Sect has a greater chance of winning.

Hmm, Yu Mo and the three of them look in good condition, and moreover, if we can..........

A ghost king whispered to the ghosts, and upon hearing its words, all the ghosts were stunned, then wore looks of disbelief.

"Are you fucking crazy? You want to turn against your grandfather?"

This ghost king is a second‑generation ghost, and his grandfather is indeed one of the two ghost emperors of Ghost Valley, named Yinli Shan.

Speaking of this History Mountain Ghost Emperor, in Ghost Valley he is absolutely a legendary existence, the oldest evil entity still extant in Ghost Valley.

Even another ghost emperor, in terms of seniority, cannot even be compared to the History Mountain Ghost Emperor.

Of course, the grandfather and grandson are not blood‑related; they are sworn kin.

However, such things are not uncommon among evil entities—recognizing a father, mother, grandfather, etc., is quite normal.

Moreover, evil entities place great importance on such relationships; once both sides acknowledge each other, there is hardly any difference from blood ties.

Therefore, when this ghost king spoke of wanting to turn against his own grandfather, the ghost kings were stunned.

Good grief, this is really going down a one‑way road?

"No, it shouldn't come to that. With the History Mountain Ghost Emperor around, even if the Dao Yi Sect ultimately loses, you'll be fine."

"I know, but don't you want to eat that food?"

Upon hearing that, the ghost king said solemnly, "If you want to eat, you must cling tightly to the Dao Yi Sect's thigh."

Upon hearing about food, the ghost kings were stunned, then all nodded repeatedly, said nothing more, and voiced their agreement.

"All right, then we'll contact the History Mountain Ghost Emperor—but do you have confidence?"

"Don't worry, I know how to talk to the old man, and he's long been dissatisfied with that old codger—we can take him out in one fell swoop, after which Ghost Valley will be ours to command."

"Certainly."