Immortal of the Nine Realms

”Oh, who would have thought it was Lord Wang.” Ma Minlong put on a smiling face, cupping his hands. ”Lord Wang and Daoist Fang are acquainted? No wonder Lin San’s brother died at Daoist Fang’s hands and the Nether Guards Division didn’t intervene, even stripping Lin San of his position. Lord Wang’s influence must be extraordinary.”

Wang Hu’s expression changed slightly. He quietly glanced at Fang Chen. Seeing that Fang Chen showed no response, he turned back to Ma Minlong and coldly said, ”Take your people and leave.”

”Wang Hu, I was giving you face by calling you ’Lord Wang.’ I give you face yet you dare shout at me, you mere Day Walker?” Ma Minlong’s expression darkened. ”You don’t control the rules of the Underworld. If you break the rules, someone will deal with you.”

”The rules of the Underworld aren’t for you to decide,” Wang Hu coldly replied. ”If you don’t leave now, I’ll throw you in prison even if that’s breaking the rules. You can try me.”

As they spoke, numerous Nether Guards appeared nearby, their cold gazes fixed on the group of Yin Walkers.

”Has Wang Hu gone mad? Is he planning to use the Nether Guards Division to back up that guy?”

”If the upper officials find out about this, Wang Hu won’t have a good time.”

The nearby Yin Walkers furrowed their brows.

However, despite being surrounded by Nether Guards, they showed no sign of fear. If a real fight broke out, these Nether Guards wouldn’t be their opponents. Only Wang Hu, the Day Walker, was someone they had to pay attention to.

”Interesting.” Ma Minlong glanced at the nearby Nether Guards, then suddenly clapped lightly. ”Although I suspected that you had a deep relationship with this person, I didn’t expect you to actually be willing to break the rules of the Nether Guards Division for him. Fortunately, I was prepared and informed my senior brother in advance.”

”Your senior brother? He won’t be of any help in Youhuan City,” Wang Hu said indifferently. ”He should stay in Bijiang City. Don’t let him come here for this mess. It’s not something he should meddle in. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.”

At that moment, someone’s cold voice resounded, ”Oh? If Ma Daoist’s senior brother won’t be of any help, I wonder if I will be?”

Everyone turned to see two figures standing outside the crowd. One was a Yin Walker, while the other was an underworld soul, but his aura was unusual. He was only standing still, yet he radiated a certain pressure on those around him.

Ma Minlong’s lips curled slightly. He led his group of Yin Walkers toward the two. He cupped his hands and bowed. ”I, Ma Minlong, pay my respects to Senior Brother and to Lord Kong!”

The nearby souls’ expressions shifted, and a look of reverence appeared in their eyes.

”That seems to be Kong Hong, the Day Walker from Bijiang City...”

Bijiang City was far larger than Youhuan City, and the Nether Guards Division in Bijiang City was much stronger, both in terms of cultivation and scale. There were also both Day and Night Walkers in charge.

Since Youhuan City fell under Bijiang City’s jurisdiction, Lord Kong was Wang Hu’s superior.

The old Daoist Master shook his head solemnly, pulling his colleague back several steps. ”Daoist Fang is done for.”

The old Daoist’s colleague lightly shook his head.” You see, this is the foundation of Ma Daoist’s power. Their sect’s network is terrifyingly vast. They’ve even brought the Day Walker from Bijiang City. Even though your old acquaintance has a close relationship with Lord Wang, it won’t be of any use this time.”

Originally relieved, Wen Fan and the woman’s hearts sank again when they saw Kong Hong’s arrival.

On the second floor of the teahouse, Lin San finally showed a smile, his face full of expectation as he looked between Kong Hong and Fang Chen.

”Brother Lin, looks like you’re in luck. Your brother’s grudge may be avenged directly.”

Lin San nodded slightly. ”Indeed.”

”The Day Walker from Bijiang City...”

Qing Sui looked conflicted. Not only did the Nether Guards he brought look somewhat grim, but even the Nether Guards that Wang Hu had called in appeared confused and exchanged glances.

They couldn’t possibly go against the officials from Bijiang City, could they?

Thinking of this, many Nether Guards began to sheathe their weapons and respectfully stepped aside.

The nearby Yin Walkers couldn’t help but chuckle at this scene.

Wang Hu fixed his gaze on Kong Hong. Just as everyone expected him to step forward and flatter this official, Wang Hu merely nodded lightly. ”Oh, it’s Lord Kong. You’ve come from Bijiang City to Youhuan City, such a small place.... I suppose you’re here for a change of scenery?”

The Yin Walker with Kong Hong raised his brow slightly and casually said, ”Lord Kong, it seems that one of your Day Walkers here is rather disrespectful, not even greeting his superior.”

Kong Hong glanced coldly at Wang Hu, his voice indifferent. ”Wang Hu, if I hadn’t come today, you would have continued using the Nether Guards to pursue your personal matters.”

Kong Hong’s tone was indifferent but sharp. ”Do you know that the Nether Guards Division has always refrained from interfering in the matters between Yin Walkers? As a Day Walker, you’ve broken this rule. You might not be fit to be a Day Walker anymore.”

The Yin Walker beside Kong Hong smiled faintly. ”Brother Kong, my junior brother Ma Minlong has been in Youhuan City for many years and knows this place well. Why not let him take over as the Day Walker of Youhuan City?”

The Nether Guards of Youhuan City all exchanged glances, their expressions subtly changing as they looked at Wang Hu.

If Wang Hu was to be dismissed today, would Ma Minlong become their superior from now on?

”Lord Kong, if you intend to remove me from my position, I’m afraid it’s not up to you to decide.” Wang Hu slowly walked to Fang Chen’s side and pointed at Kong Hong. ”I’ll make myself clear today: if you have the guts, go ahead and remove me.”

Kong Hong was momentarily stunned.

The Nether Guards around them were equally stunned, their expressions increasingly puzzled.

When did Wang Hu become so bold? He is standing firm even against his superior from the Day Walker branch?

Ma Minlong’s expression turned dark. He had initially thought Kong Hong’s appearance would make Wang Hu back down immediately. However, he had not expected Wang Hu to escalate the situation.

A hint of a smile flashed in Ma Minlong’s eyes. If things went this way, his chances of succeeding Wang Hu as the Day Walker of Youhuan City would increase.

Kong Hong, embarrassed by Wang Hu’s defiance in front of so many wandering souls and Nether Guards, gradually forced a faint smile onto his face. ”Alright, you said it yourself. I will report your words to our superior. Let’s see if you can be so calm once the Day Walker hears of this.”

After a pause, Kong Hong looked around at the Nether Guards present and asked, ”Is there anyone else here who wants to side with Wang Hu and go against the Day Walker faction?”

The Nether Guards of Youhuan City all lowered their heads, not daring to speak.

Kong Hong smiled with satisfaction and shot Wang Hu and Fang Chen a contemptuous glance. He said, ”The Nether Guards have withdrawn. Matters between Yin Walkers should be settled among themselves.”

The nearby Nether Guards reluctantly glanced at Wang Hu before lowering their heads and turning to stand behind Kong Hong. Even the subordinates of Qing Sui followed suit.

By the end of it, only Wang Hu and Qing Sui remained standing by Fang Chen’s side.

Wang Hu suddenly turned and knelt before Fang Chen, bowing his head respectfully. ”My lord, as you can see, this is how my superior acts. Working under him, it’s inevitable that I pick up some bad habits. Truly, I have no choice in the matter.”

This sudden act stunned not only Kong Hong and the others, but also Wen Fan, the old temple master, Lin San, and even the wandering souls nearby.

How could Wang Hu, a Day Walker, kneel before a Yin Walker and address him as his lord?

Kong Hong was caught off guard. He carefully examined Fang Chen and, with a wary look, asked, ”Sir... are you also from our official divisions?”

”An official!?”

Ma Minlong and the other Yin Walkers froze for a moment. They were both apprehensive and confused.

If he were an official, how could he dare to directly kill Yin Walkers?