After listening to Yang Keqiang's story, Ye Yu had no intention of lingering any longer.
[My purpose in coming to the underworld is solely to find the strange man whose corpse I'm searching for.]
But Yang Keqiang was too cowardly; he hid immediately, not only failing to see the strange man's appearance but also not knowing which direction he went.
This is utterly useless!
Ye Yu slowly stood up, immediately preparing to call Xiao Bai and leave!
But at that moment, Yang Keqiang knelt down directly in front of him.
"Immortal, I can sense your immense power, so I have a request. Could you please take me with you on your journey to find the strange man? My elder brother's fall remains a thorn in my side forever."
Perhaps if I had fought alongside my brother, he wouldn't have perished. ✧ NоvеIight ✧ (Original source) It was my cowardice that led to all this. So I want to make amends, even if it means dying at the hands of that monster, at least I can find peace of mind. Of course, with you here, perhaps I won't die. You're strong, truly strong!
Upon hearing this, Ye Yu couldn't help but raise an eyebrow slightly!
[He asked, "Very strong? How did you know that?"]
Yang Keqiang glanced at Xiaobai furtively, then quickly looked away, saying telepathically, "You were able to subdue such a terrifying being; you're truly remarkable!"
Ye Yu immediately burst out laughing!
[But Xiaobai wasn't stupid; seeing this scene, he immediately guessed most of it!]
"Big brother, are you guys talking bad about me, you old devil? Do you want to die again?"
No, no, really no!
Yang Keqiang repeatedly denied it, but his evasive eyes said a lot.
Ultimately, Ye Yu decided to take Yang Keqiang with him on the journey.
The reason is simple: although he's a bit of a coward, he's still a local tyrant in the underworld. He might not need it normally, but he should at least have no problem finding his way around, right?
And so, a celestial being, a ghost, and a beast began to wander through the underworld!
During this time, they encountered many strange looks, all directed at Xiaobai!
This made Ye Yu very unhappy. Was it really necessary?
But Xiao Bai didn't care at all. "Look if you want to watch! If anyone dares to complain, I'll swallow them whole!"
Yang Keqiang, on the other hand, made full use of the automated map function.
[Upon arriving at each location, he would proactively inquire about the strange individuals there, and diligently mark them on a map of the underworld.]
Ye Yu found this responsible and attentive demeanor very reassuring.
Three days later.
While out gathering intelligence, Yang Keqiang was unexpectedly ambushed by his enemy. If Ye Yu hadn't noticed the danger in time and rushed to his aid, he would likely be dead!
Even so, his Ghost King realm cultivation level is beyond saving!
[With too much of the pure ghostly energy dissipated, his cultivation will at most stop at the Netherworld Ghost Realm.]
(It's been a while, so I'm reminding you again in case you've forgotten. I really don't mean anything by it. Ghost Immortal, Mysterious Ghost, Earth Ghost, Heavenly Ghost, Underworld Ghost, Ghost Lord, Ghost King, Ghost Emperor!)
Yang Keqiang, knowing his fate, immediately burst into tears.
He resented himself for making too many enemies under his elder brother's arrogance, to the point that now, when his enemies met, they would fight on the spot.
[I also hate myself for not cultivating harder, for being too weak, and for being severely injured.]
[I hate even more that my cultivation level has declined, and I'll no longer have the ability to avenge my elder brother!]
Yang Keqiang's cries were so heart-wrenching that even Xiaobai felt a pang of sympathy. He whispered, "Brother, why don't you help Old Yang the way you helped me?"
After a moment's hesitation, Ye Yu stepped forward and said, "Old Yang, I have a way to help you return to the Ghost King Realm, or even reach the Ghost Emperor Realm. But the process is extremely dangerous; one wrong move and you're gone. Are you willing?"
"Yes, I'm absolutely willing. I won't miss even the slightest chance to avenge my brother. Otherwise, living is no different from being dead."
Yang Keqiang's tone was filled with determination.
Seeing this, Ye Yu decided not to refuse any further. He immediately ordered Xiao Bai to catch a few living Netherworld Ghosts.
The latter nodded, and his figure vanished from the spot in an instant!
Ye Yu then set up a soundproof barrier and began to explain to Yang Keqiang a "technique" he had created.
The name "fusion" implies, as the name suggests, the ability to merge similar entities.
For example, fish seek out fish, shrimp seek out shrimp, and turtles seek out tortoises!
[Like Xiaobai, which is the product of the fusion of various celestial beasts, its strength can increase rapidly after fusion, and there is also a certain chance that it can completely inherit the innate qualities, talents, and spells of the fused entity.]
Of course, rewards and risks go hand in hand!
[The fusion technique may seem to offer a rapid boost to strength, but its true nature must be considered. It's like two celestial beasts fusing together; only one's divine soul will remain, and it will dominate the body!]
In other words, the two souls will engage in a fierce battle within the body; the stronger will survive, and the weaker will perish. It's yet another example of the law of the jungle.
Moreover, Ye Yu has no way to interfere in this kind of confrontation!
Therefore, if you intend to merge, you must be prepared to die.
After listening to Ye Yu's story, Yang Keqiang smiled nonchalantly.
I've spent my whole life running away, and now that I'm this old, I don't want to run anymore. I want to give it my all!
Ye Yu nodded and said no more.
Soon, Xiao Bai captured eight experts at the Netherworld Ghost Realm.
[Their strength is comparable to that of the currently severely injured Yang Keqiang, and their fusion would be even more perfect.]
[This is the result of Ye Yu's experiments with those wicked immortals in the Heavenly Realm.]
[True and effective!]
Ye Yu used his divine soul to control all these Netherworld Realm experts and interrogated Yang Keqiang there.
Are you really sure about this?
[I've made up my mind, go ahead and do it!]
Yang Keqiang clenched his fists, his eyes filled with stubbornness.
Ye Yu immediately began to control the Netherworld Realm expert and merge with him!
The process didn't take long, only about five breaths.
As the smoke cleared, a ghostly creature with four demonic hands appeared.
Her appearance hasn't changed much; she still largely resembles Yang Keqiang.
He slowly opened his eyes, knelt on one knee before Ye Yu, and said: "I hope you can continue to help me fuse. I want to become stronger! Until I can avenge my elder brother!"
[Well, it seems Yang Keqiang survived this time!]
Faced with his request, Ye Yu had no reason to refuse and quickly agreed.
[And thus began a plan to create a god!]
[Two weeks later.]
Thanks to Ye Yu's efforts, a Ghost Emperor realm expert, over three zhang tall and possessing eight arms, appeared!
