Hell Emperor.

Chapter 613 Ye Jie - A Powerful Enemy
Outside the imperial palace, his companions were eagerly waiting. Seeing Ye Jie emerge safely, their hearts were finally at ease.

Hua Xiaomei asked with concern, "Are you alright? The whole city noticed the battle in the Imperial Palace just now. Could it be that you had a conflict with the Underworld Emperor? I'm relieved to see that you're alright."

Li Fei'e was also still shaken: "The aftershocks of the previous battle were definitely not something that could be caused by a Saint. In my opinion, it may have already reached the level of a Ninth-Rank Supreme... What exactly happened in the Imperial Palace? And who is fighting here? Tell me quickly!"

Noticing the doubts in everyone's eyes, Ye Jie simply smiled slowly:
"The Book of Life and Death is now in my hands. From now on, I fear there will be no more Emperor of the Underworld."

"what?"

"This……"

Upon hearing this, everyone was speechless. They all knew Ye Jie's strength. Although Ye Jie's strength was unparalleled and he had entered the Saint level, there was still a considerable gap between him and the true Ninth Revolution Realm. It would not be an exaggeration to describe it as an insurmountable chasm. How could he possibly unleash such strength?

Noticing the confusion in everyone's eyes, Ye Jie slowly began to recount everything that had happened, from the Great Sage Equaling Heaven forcibly seizing the Book of Life and Death and altering the records, to his confrontation with the Yama Emperor, his cultivation reaching the Great Dao realm, and taking the extraordinary book away.

After hearing Ye Jie's account, everyone's expressions were incredibly varied. They never expected that so many changes would occur in such a short time.

Su Miao was still eager for more: "If only I had gone to the Imperial Palace with you just now, I might have even met the legendary Emperor of the Underworld... But what should we do now? You killed the Emperor of the Underworld, and I'm afraid the future of history will be completely different. No one knows how this world will develop."

Su Miao's reminder also caused great concern among everyone. With the death of the Yama Emperor, history would be completely rewritten, which would mean that everyone would never be able to return to the world they originally knew.

Ye Jie also frowned. He had indeed considered this issue, and at first he hadn't even intended to kill Yan Di. However, Yan Di's repeated pressure eventually enraged him. Rather than leaving a threat at the Saint level to cause future trouble, it would be better to kill Yan Di and be done with it.

However, killing the Yama Emperor would undoubtedly be a major change in history, and everything we know from then on would cease to exist.

Ye Jie sighed, glanced at the Book of Life and Death in his hand, then looked at the people around him, and could only say, "There's nothing we can do about it. But on the bright side, at least we're all here."

Everyone remained silent, but they could only accept the outcome. They looked at each other and saw the preciousness in each other's eyes.

Li Feie smiled nonchalantly: "Since all the important people in our lives are here, and we have the complete Book of Life and Death, it doesn't seem to matter if we don't go back. Since we're here, let's relax."

Yunxiu pouted, looking somewhat aggrieved: "But, my mother..."

Ren Changhong glanced at her and said helplessly, "When did the successor of the Mysterious Maiden become so weak? In our time, the successor of the Mysterious Maiden would kill her own family to prove her Dao. Little Moth, your disciple's temperament is not good."

Shen Qingge subtly blocked Yunxiu behind her: "It's understandable to miss loved ones, but to sever ties with the past is always a bit of a regret and sadness. Let's give her more time."

Nan Linghe blinked, seemingly more concerned with a question: "By the way, since you saw the Underworld Emperor, did you see the red veil?"

“This…” Ye Jie scratched his head, as if he really hadn’t noticed. “Maybe she’s not here.”

Meanwhile, Yao Bai's attention was also drawn to the Book of Life and Death mentioned by Ye Jie. She was originally a drifting duckweed from the Moon Palace, with no ties to the world. Whether she returned to her original era or not was irrelevant to her. Instead, it was the Book of Life and Death, which could grant power to others, that attracted her attention more.
"Speaking of which, what exactly is this Book of Life and Death? Why is it attracting so many powerful figures to fight over it?"

Ye Jie didn't hide anything and instead took out the Book of Life and Death: "The files of all living beings are recorded in this extraordinary book. With it, you can rewrite all the laws of the world."

Yao Bai showed a hint of envy. First-grade divine artifacts only existed in legends and were extremely rare. Now that they had appeared in front of her, she was thrilled.

Ye Jie opened the Book of Life and Death, about to modify his companions' files, when suddenly his gaze sharpened as he sensed a murderous aura approaching from afar.

"Be careful……"

Yao Bai's heart skipped a beat, and before anyone else could react, he was the first to issue a warning to Ye Jie.

Without needing her reminder, Ye Jie, who had already anticipated this, immediately activated his inner energy, and the Bodhi Heart Sutra, a Dao-level technique, appeared in front of him.

"The Bodhi Mind Method: The Immovable Wall!"

As the golden wall was completed, the incoming killing force struck it, and a loud explosion was heard, followed by a dazzling burst of light that overshadowed all other colors in the world!
The violent force spread and swept in all directions. When the smoke and dust subsided, the entire city was divided into two distinct parts. The side behind the Immovable Wall remained intact, without even a trace of damage. However, on the other side of the Immovable Wall, only smoke and dust remained. The once magnificent buildings and the people who lived peacefully nearby had all turned into ashes that could not be found.

"Oh? You actually managed to block one of my attacks, but next time, you won't be so lucky."

A slightly surprised cold laugh rang out, and a long-haired, arrogant and unruly man arrived riding on lightning, his gaze fixed on Ye Jie without wavering for a moment.

"It's you……"

Ye Jie's expression changed slightly as he recognized the man's face; it was none other than the Nine Heavens Responding Origin Immortal Venerable who had previously been pestering Xuan Nu.

The aura of the Ninth Revolution descended, and the vast immortal energy made Ye Jie's face solemn. The person in front of him was even more powerful than the Yama Emperor just now, and was a genuine Ninth Revolution Supreme!

The lightning strike from Jiutian Yingyuan just now undoubtedly sent a bad signal to Ye Jie. If Ye Jie's strength had not undergone a rapid change with the help of the Book of Life and Death, he would have been blasted into ashes by this single blow, with no chance of ever coming back!

Upon their first encounter, the swift and deadly attack ignited a surge of anger within Ye Jie. Anyone who had nearly died an unexplained death would likely have reacted similarly, and he questioned:

"I have no grudge against you, why did you have to kill me?"

"No grudge?" Jiutian Yingyuan's lips curled down, his eyes revealing a hint of disdain and contempt. "Very well, I'll let you die knowing why! Wasn't it you who broke the statue I erected for Xuan Nu?"

Ye Jie was taken aback, then realized what he meant and looked slightly surprised: "Wait a minute...you mean the statue of the Mysterious Maiden in Yingling City was actually erected by you?"

Upon hearing this, Li Feie realized what was going on and immediately flew into a rage: "You still have the nerve to come to us? We haven't even come to you to demand an explanation yet! What have you done to the statue of the cold and ruthless Goddess Xuan Nu, who is devoted to the Heavenly Dao? That's not the real Goddess Xuan Nu at all, how dare you come to us with questions?"

"Shut up! What do you know? This statue embodies my sincere heart, and you have shattered it! Today is your death day!"

Jiutian Yingyuan coldly reprimanded, his eyes flashing with intense lightning. In his eyes, Ye Jie and his group in front of him were already dead.

Ye Jie frowned and said, "This is a feud between you and us, and has nothing to do with the people in this city. Why are you hurting the people here?"

Jiutian Yingyuan laughed loudly, as if he had heard the funniest joke: "They are just a bunch of ants. Would you care about an anthill you stepped on by the roadside? To die by my hand is the grandest curtain call in their gloomy lives. It is their honor!"

Ye Jie's gaze darkened. Seeing his extreme arrogance, he had nothing more to say: "Words are useless. Let's let strength speak for itself."

Jiutian Yingyuan sneered: "You haven't lost your courage in front of me, but instead intend to challenge me? It seems you still have some guts, but guts without strength to back them up are just the foolishness of a brute!"

Having said that, Jiutian Yingyuan raised his hand and pointed, his fingertip bursting with dazzling lightning: "Heavenly Divine Thunder!"

The divine thunder was unleashed, transforming into a blazing pillar of light that reached the heavens and the earth. Anything that blocked its path would be instantly reduced to ashes, with no other possibility remaining.

Ye Jie's heart trembled. The Nine Revolutions Immortal's attack was extraordinary. If he didn't defend himself, the entire continent might be torn apart by divine lightning. Just as he was about to use his Immovable Wall to block the attack, he heard Yao Bai's anxious reminder:

"Don't take it head-on! Use another move!"

"What……"

After a brief moment of hesitation, Ye Jie still chose to trust Yao Bai. Although he didn't know what Yao Bai had seen through, Yao Bai was the first to warn him when the lightning struck earlier, so it was best to do as she said.

"Divine Dragon Transformation - Candle Dragon Breaks the Law!"

As soon as he finished speaking, a huge vertical pupil phantom appeared behind Ye Jie. The phantom was semi-transparent, but the pressure emanating from it caused the heavens and earth to tremble. As soon as it appeared, it burst forth with an unparalleled dragon might. The aura of the supreme being of all things made the animals of the entire continent tremble and dare not look in this direction for long.

The vertical pupil appeared, and the horizontal pillar of divine lightning was abruptly stopped, disappearing into thin air ten feet away from Ye Jie. Upon closer inspection, it was seen that the lightning was decomposed into the most primal and dense spiritual energy. Under the gaze of the dragon pupil, all tangible spells were refined into nothingness.

After failing to break through with his first move, Jiutian Yingyuan grew impatient. According to his calculations, Ye Jie and his group should have been dead long ago. If word got out that they couldn't break through after such a long time, it would only bring shame to the Nine Revolutions Immortal.

"You actually managed to withstand one of my attacks and even know how to deal with the Heavenly Thunder. You're lucky. But let's see how you handle this one! Instant Thunder!"

With a furious roar, Jiutian Yingyuan leaped into the air, his body crackling with lightning. He transformed into a bolt of lightning and charged towards Ye Jie, his divine might spreading like a comet crashing into the earth. When the attack landed, it was feared that half of the entire continent would collapse, and countless lives would perish as a result!

Sensing the power of the Nine Heavens Responding Origin, Ye Jie stood firm. The solid ground beneath his feet brought him a sense of security. Just as he was about to make a move, Yao Bai's reminder came to his ear:

"Don't take the attack from the same spot, take it in mid-air!"

Ye Jie dared not be careless. The previous signs were enough to prove the correctness of Yao Bai's warning. He immediately leaped into the air, choosing to receive the attack mid-air.
"Divine Dragon Transformation - Riding the Dragon and Soaring Through the Heavens!"

With a deafening roar, endless lightning burst forth from the point of impact between the two, nearly tearing the entire sky apart. The stars in the universe trembled violently, and the continents that had been plunged into night were now as bright as day.

On the ground, everyone felt the impact from above and were shaken by the shock.

Li Fei'e said with lingering fear, "Is this the power of a Nine-Turn Immortal...? If the lightning had struck, I'm afraid none of us would have survived the intense explosion..."

Shen Qingge's face was also serious: "The strength of that Nine-Turn Immortal is rare in my life. The only one qualified to contend with him is a supreme being of the Xuan Nu level. I wonder if A Jie is alright after suffering this blow..."

Su Miao seemed to have noticed something, and her gaze fell on Yao Bai: "Compared to this, shouldn't we be concerned about Yao Bai? Are you really the Moon Rabbit? How could you possibly see through the Nine Revolutions Immortal's moves and know how to counter them?"

Upon hearing this, everyone's gaze turned to Yao Bai, pondering the meaning behind Su Miao's words.

No matter what moves Jiutian Yingyuan used, Yao Bai could find a way to counter them immediately. This insight and knowledge were something that a lowly demon like her could not possess. It should be noted that even Shen Qingge, who had the highest cultivation level among them, could not find a solution at all.

Seeing everyone looking at him, Yao Bai stuck out his tongue sheepishly and said, somewhat concealing the truth, "I was just lucky..."

Li Feie shook her head: "This can't be explained by luck alone. The technique used by Jiutian Yingyuan is the supreme thunder-based technique, yet you are familiar with every single aspect of it. How did you manage to do that?"

Seeing that he couldn't hide it any longer, Yao Bai had no choice but to say, "Well... it might be because I recited the Thunder Control Mirror left by the Mysterious Maiden for Xia Wei. It contains all the thunder techniques in the world."

"What? You've actually seen the Thunder Control Mirror?"

Li Feie opened her mouth wide, her face filled with disbelief.

Others may not know the name of the Thunder Control Treasure Mirror, but as the successor of the Mysterious Maiden, who is skilled in thunder-based immortal arts, how could she not know its mysteries? The Thunder Control Treasure Mirror is the most advanced immortal art in the Mysterious Maiden Sect, and it was written by the Mysterious Maiden herself. Every word in it points directly to the origin of the Great Dao. Even Li Feie is not qualified to learn it.

However, Yao Bai had actually read through such a top-tier technique and even recited it for Xia Wei. Thinking of this, Li Feie couldn't help but marvel at her own fortunate destiny.
"So you recited this incantation for Xia Wei. It seems that Xia Wei must trust you a lot to entrust you with this important task. You are truly her good partner."

Yao Bai coughed dryly and remained silent, looking embarrassed.

(End of this chapter)