Back when the entrance to the Netherworld from the outside was not sealed, very few people appeared at the Divine Battlefield. Even if they did appear, it was mostly at night. During the day, the sunlight would cause severe harm to their bodies and limit their powers. As such, the Netherworld Lord’s clone only possessed the strength of the Sixth Level of Holy Martial Realm.

The Sun Shining Stone can emit light akin to the sun, causing great harm to the people of the Netherworld. Chu Linfeng had forgotten this detail when dealing with Xiang Shaolong and only remembered it after thinking about the Netherworld Lord’s clone; otherwise, he wouldn’t have fled during his confrontation with Xiang Shaolong.

If one possesses the Sun Shining Stone, the Netherworld Lord’s powers would be greatly reduced. Even if Chu Linfeng couldn’t defeat him, he wouldn’t be defeated; the light emitted by the stone could lower his powers by an entire realm. With Chu Linfeng’s current strength, he could easily contend against the power of the Venerable Martial Realm.

However, the Sun Shining Stone must not be used lightly, as it pertains to the major task of returning to Canglan Ancient Land. Once used in the Netherworld, the stone disappears automatically—this is why Sword Spirit, although aware of this, forbids Chu Linfeng from using it.

The Netherworld Lord couldn’t ascertain if Chu Linfeng indeed had the Sun Shining Stone, being well aware of what it meant for him. Finally, he reluctantly said, "You may see Feifei, but you must promise me one thing, otherwise, there’s nothing to discuss."

Seeing a turning point in the situation, Chu Linfeng was delighted and promptly said, "Tell me, if it’s within my power, I may consider it. You better not play tricks. Since I dared to come to the Netherworld, I naturally have ways to deal with you. Do you really think I only possess the strength of the Holy Martial Realm? Both the Ghost King and the Beast King died by my hand, and I trust you’re well aware of this.

They both used techniques for mutual destruction, yet couldn’t do anything to me. If it were you instead, I wonder if you could manage? So you better think carefully; my patience is limited."

"You and I will inevitably have a battle for life and death; this is unavoidable. But I only have Feifei as a daughter, and I cherish her like a bright pearl. If I truly die at your hands, I hope you will care for her well, don’t bully her," the Netherworld Lord said.

"I promise you, I will wholeheartedly care for Feifei. Now, can you tell me where she is?" Chu Linfeng said.

"No, defeat me first, and then I’ll tell you," the Netherworld Lord said.

"Damn! You’re playing me!" Chu Linfeng couldn’t help but curse and immediately took out the Sun Shining Stone from the Storage Ring, eliciting a strong white light that flashed in his hand.

The Netherworld Lord’s expression changed slightly upon seeing the Sun Shining Stone in Chu Linfeng’s hand and said, "This king’s dignity cannot be infringed upon. Although you possess the Sun Shining Stone, I still wish to battle you. If I truly lose to you, I will tell you what you wish to know. Come, let this king see how truly powerful you are."

"Stubbornly refusing to see reason! You think I fear you?" Chu Linfeng retorted angrily, prepared to throw the Sun Shining Stone into the air to envelop the Netherworld Lord in its radiant light when Sword Spirit spoke.

"Lin Feng, you must not use the Sun Shining Stone; this is essential for your return. The stone may have little use in Canglan Ancient Land, but here it is heaven-defying. Being heaven-defying means it cannot appear here. Though the stone can suppress the Netherworld Lord’s power or cause him injury, it will consequently vanish. Do not be reckless."

After hearing this, Chu Linfeng hesitated; without returning, acquiring even more Netherworld Purple Orchid would be useless. Even if he slaughtered all the Netherworld inhabitants, it would be pointless. In a dilemma, he finally placed the Sun Shining Stone back in the Storage Ring.

"Netherworld Lord, at present, I have no intention of fighting you. I just want to see Feifei. After meeting her, I will naturally battle you, and I won’t use the Sun Shining Stone then—we’ll have a fair fight. You won’t disappoint me, will you?" Chu Linfeng said.

After a moment, the Netherworld Lord said, "I agree. You better not play tricks, or I will make you wish for death! Feifei is not here; she is in the Nether Race palace."

Chu Linfeng immediately said, "I hope that when I seek out Feifei, you won’t lay hands on the Ghost Race people. If you’re interested, you can experience Xiang Shaolong’s Dual Domain, which will surely satisfy you."

"You have three days. If you do not return after three days, I will destroy the Ghost Race’s current city, Qingtian City, where your two women will also perish. Consider yourself warned." The Netherworld Lord finished speaking and vanished into thin air.

Chu Linfeng knew that the greatest reason for the Netherworld Lord’s retreat was Kong Feifei. It seems that he is truly too enamored with this daughter. Not delaying further, Chu Linfeng immediately moved towards the Nether Race place.

Not long after Chu Linfeng flew off, two figures appeared in the sky—one was Xiang Shaolong, and the other was Cheng Xinmei. Cheng Xinmei, at this moment, had already regained vitality yet harbored a look of loss in her eyes, though her angry expression hadn’t diminished.

When Xiang Shaolong encountered her, she had recovered some strength and had put on clothes, preparing to leave when she came across her master. Xiang Shaolong naturally knew what had happened to her body after seeing the state she was in.

His disciple Cheng Xinmei, whom he regarded as a biological daughter, was tarnished by Chu Linfeng, and another beloved disciple was slain by him. Such blood vengeance, if not avenged, would leave him no face to live. Tracking Chu Linfeng’s scent led him here, only for it to vanish.

"Master, you must help Mei’er kill that scoundrel; I want him dead without a complete corpse!" Cheng Xinmei said, gritting her teeth.

"I won’t let him go. Even if he escapes to the ends of the earth, I will find him. Mei’er, don’t worry; the past is past, do not dwell on it. Consider it a tribulation," Xiang Shaolong said.

"Hahahaha! Deep bonds of master and disciple! I wonder whom the Human King intends to kill with such fury—it is quite rare to see," the Netherworld Lord’s voice appeared in the air.

"Netherworld Lord? Why are you here? Did you see that youngster? If you acknowledge me as a friend, please tell me his whereabouts, Xiang Shaolong would greatly appreciate," Xiang Shaolong said.

"Considering we’re friends, I’ll tell you—he went to the Nether Race," the Netherworld Lord replied simply.

"Thank you. After I kill that youngster, I’ll certainly repay you, Netherworld Lord. Farewell!" Xiang Shaolong hurriedly said, preparing to leave with Cheng Xinmei.

"Wait, did I say you could leave? The Nether Race is my territory. If you go there to kill him, you will undoubtedly destroy my Nether Race’s city. Do you really think I’d allow this?" The Netherworld Lord questioned.

"Then what do you want? Are you planning to detain this king?" Xiang Shaolong immediately said angrily. If the Netherworld Lord indeed planned to obstruct him, he wouldn’t hesitate to let him taste his Dual Domain.