Although Xiao Zheng punched him and sent him flying, Noah did not back down from the fight.

Because, as the fourth-generation Netherworld King, he had his own pride.

If he couldn’t even handle someone at the Half-step Supreme level, Noah thought he might as well find a rope and hang himself. This idea wasn’t entirely wrong.

When facing ordinary Half-step Supreme cultivators, Noah could easily slay them.

However, his opponent now was none other than Evil God Xiao Zheng!

Back when Xiao Zheng hadn’t broken through to Half-step Supreme, he could shatter Hades’ Protective Gang Qi with a single punch. Let alone now, when his cultivation had further advanced, his true combat strength had long become incredibly close to that of someone at the Early Stage of Absolute!

Yet, Noah clearly did not truly understand Xiao Zheng’s strength.

After his first strike failed, without any hesitation, he launched another attack towards Xiao Zheng.

The giant bat flapped its wings, ferociously pouncing towards Xiao Zheng. Especially when its wings flapped, it whipped up fierce Gang wind, utilizing the terrain of the Underground Palace, making the wind’s power comparable to bone-slicing steel blades.

Yet Xiao Zheng stood firm in the wind, completely unmoved.

It was as if his feet were rooted to the ground. After determining the trajectory of the giant bat’s charge, he directly took action! One hand first grabbed the bat’s ear, and then the other hand grabbed its claw!

Finally, with both hands exerting force, the giant bat that Noah transformed into was once again thrown away by Xiao Zheng!

Boom!

The violent clash echoed throughout the Underground Palace again!

If not for the special materials used to build the Underground Palace, it would have long since collapsed!

Ultimately, Noah was unable to withstand these two tosses; his internal energy couldn’t support his transformation and he reverted to human form. At this moment, he lay on the ground, feeling as though his entire skeleton had fallen apart.

"You’re even less resilient than Morren."

"He at least lasted five or six minutes in my hands, yet you couldn’t withstand just two moves. You’re truly a useless waste."

Xiao Zheng stood in place, laughing mockingly.

Upon hearing his words, a flicker of panic flashed in Noah’s eyes: "What did you just say? You’ve already fought Morren?"

"Of course. He challenged me in Huaxia. Then I fulfilled his wish by defeating him at the Top of Kunlun." Xiao Zheng couldn’t help but sigh at this point, "Unfortunately, he managed to escape in the end."

Seeing that he didn’t appear to be lying, Noah couldn’t help but be filled with fear.

Noah did not doubt Xiao Zheng’s words; not just because his expression didn’t seem fake, but also because he could locate this Underground Palace. If Morren were still guarding the Temple, Xiao Zheng would have been unable to enter this Underground Palace by any means.

Now that Xiao Zheng appeared before him, there was only one explanation: Morren had hidden!

Thinking about this, Noah suddenly had the impulse to turn and flee.

His character was slightly better than that of Morren and Lancelot. The violence he just exhibited was largely influenced by the energy of the Blood Pool.

Now that his consciousness had entirely cleared, Noah began to feel somewhat daunted.

Seeing his hesitation, Xiao Zheng immediately understood his thoughts.

Finding Noah’s cowardice amusing, Xiao Zheng couldn’t help but smile.

Regardless, Xiao Zheng wouldn’t let Noah off. Noah’s involvement in the siege of Hades was enough to seal his fate. However, for the sake of his plan, Xiao Zheng chose not to attack immediately.

Looking at Noah, Xiao Zheng said, "How about this: let’s make a deal. Just tell me where Morren is likely to hide and the whereabouts of Hades, and I’ll let you go."

Upon hearing this, Noah was somewhat tempted, but he suspiciously asked, "Are you serious? If I give you this information, will you really let me go?"

"Of course, I can swear to it," Xiao Zheng said solemnly.

Seeing his earnest expression, Noah finally let down his guard and said, "I trust you. In Huaxia, martial cultivators hold promises in the highest regard. As long as you promise to let me go, I can tell you everything I know."

"Furthermore, I can guarantee that I’ll never trouble you again. I just want to live. I’ve been sealed in the Blood Pool for over a hundred years, longing for true freedom."

"Influence doesn’t mean as much to me now; I just want freedom," Noah said candidly.

This was truly his genuine desire. His longing for power was far weaker than that of Lancelot and Morren, even at his peak.

Xiao Zheng nodded, "Go ahead, I promise to keep my word."

Noah relaxed, and then he began to speak, "I can first tell you Hades’ whereabouts. She was thrown into the Frozen Cave by Morren. This cave, a prison left by our Blood Clan’s Ancestor, is for imprisoning traitors and captives. It’s located on the tallest snow-capped mountain outside the Temple."

"As for Morren, I’m not entirely sure. As you saw, I just woke from the Blood Pool. But I can give you a place; if you go there, you should be able to find him."

Frozen Cave?

A prison left by the Blood Clan’s Ancestor?

Having heard Noah’s recount, Xiao Zheng felt a surge of excitement. His previous suspicions were correct—Hades was indeed sealed near the Temple!

"So, tell me, where is Morren likely hiding?" Xiao Zheng contained his excitement as he asked.

Upon hearing Xiao Zheng’s words, Noah replied, "You can look at the main peak of the Naga Mountain Range. Our Blood Clan’s birthplace is there, and it has another Ancestor Blood Pool."

"If Morren was injured by you and didn’t return to the Underground Palace, he should be healing there. The life essence in the Ancestor Blood Pool is definitely a Holy Medicine for us."

"That’s all I know."

"Now, can I leave?" 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝐰𝚎𝕓𝐧𝚘𝘃𝗲𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝕞

As Noah finished his last sentence, he cautiously watched Xiao Zheng’s every move.

Only when Xiao Zheng nodded did Noah breathe a sigh of relief and turned to leave the Underground Palace.

However, just as he turned, a spear instantly pierced through his head. Noah couldn’t even utter a scream as his soul was directly obliterated by Xiao Zheng’s spear!

"I forgot to tell you something: I do value promises."

"But my loyalty only extends to my friends."

Looking at Noah’s corpse, a cold smile appeared on Xiao Zheng’s lips.