Slaughter and tribulation usher the Netherworld, forming a bridge through reincarnation; the blade rides the people's rage to cleave half the court.

At the Douyi Netherworld Palace, ten Emperor Ghosts have been decimated up to the Fifth Hall; the collapse and crumbling of the first six halls has triggered a surge of Purple Qi through Hu Ma's body, returning to the human world, its vast swells nearly inundating the massive Da'ai Mountain.

Currently, the human world remains oblivious to what Hu Ma is doing, but the State Preceptor on Da'ai Mountain, along with the Wang family and Calculation, are all left speechless by the scene.

Especially the State Preceptor, who was just worried, thinking Hu Ma's move was poor strategy.

He anticipated that the tribulation would be hindered by the chaebol and nobles of the world, because he had dealt with these people extensively before, understanding how hard they are to persuade, yet didn't expect the Reincarnator's actions from the very start to far exceed his expectations.

He initially didn't have high hopes for the Reincarnator, as they are outsiders, too distant from this world.

Thus, even if they stirred up this tribulation, the State Preceptor believed they would only act as guides, leading this world into the greatest catastrophe, without caring about the outcome.

Like evil spirits detached from the world, watching the human world revel.

But to his utmost surprise, they not only entered the fray themselves, but even reached the point of sacrificing themselves—how... how is this possible?

How could outsiders devote themselves to the human world to such an extent?

"A summer insect cannot speak of ice, a well frog cannot speak of the sea. A morning fungus does not know of sunrise and sunset, a cicada does not know of spring and autumn."

Meanwhile, at the Netherworld Palace, Hu Ma has devoured the Emperor Ghosts of the Sixth Hall, Seventh Hall, Eighth Hall, along with their full court of civil and military officials, becoming tall and solid in Dharma Form, exuding a terrifying aura of ferocity.

With a blue face and sharp fangs, his fearsome appearance fully revealed, eyes like bronze bells, yet possessing a penetrating serenity capable of perceiving all things; though dreaming, he seems to sense the astonishment of the State Preceptor and others atop Da'ai Mountain.

Complex emotions churning in his heart, he sighs lowly: "This is merely because you don't understand, personal gain and fame aren't the ultimate pursuit..."

"The ultimate pursuit is to realize one's own principles..."

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In the human world, the grievances of the Four Prefectures and Seven States have crushed Prince Changping, forcing Chen Toujiang into a desperate situation; south of Huzhou, the Northwest, Southwest, Northern Land, each region has been stirred into unprecedented turmoil.

South of Huzhou, as King of Mingzhou leads troops to attack Quzhou, the southern front is left to General Zhang Yanbei, commanding forces to guard against disturbances from the south.

He understands well his responsibility to protect the security of the Food Protection Army, knowing that if this place is seized, the East Mountain Road region, including the Mingzhou King's hometown, would fall into enemy hands, therefore he never dares relax, training horses and drilling troops day and night, standing vigil diligently.

Some time ago, when the Ming King attacked Menghu Pass, the southern grasshead kings remained quiet, but as this human tribulation arose, many troops suddenly appeared to harass.

Zhang defends without attacking, enduring much hardship.

What's crucial is that the southern King of Chaos seems to have good relations with the King of Mingzhou, invisibly aiding in solving many troubles.

Unexpectedly, as the tribulation rises, the southern King of Chaos suddenly turns hostile, directly launching an army attack, plunging Bald Zhang's Border Guard Army into an unprecedentedly bitter struggle.

First, there's a peculiar troop carrying bamboo formations, dressed in blue robes, fond of wearing silver ornaments, each carrying a bamboo tube on their back, when nearing, they strike the bamboo tube, causing Zhang's troops to become dizzy and confused, immediately vulnerable to a slaughter.

Further, those who return to the camp alive exhibit signs of decay on their bodies, worms crawling in and out of wounds, not only becoming burdens, but even infecting their caretakers with this malady.

Moreover, south of Huzhou, the grand mountains seem alive.

Enemy troops emerge from the mountains like snakes returning to their nests, while Zhang's troops vanish without a trace upon entering, with no further news.

Calling to the heavens receives no response, calling to the earth finds no aid, when discovering them again, they're often found hanged in groups among the mountains.

Thus, fighting fiercely for half a month, under Lao Ma's command, ten thousand troops and thirty thousand civilians have scattered to death, leaving less than a thousand retreating to a small county seat at the border of Huzhou, protected within by Ghost Walker, not daring to show their heads.

Zhang is a manly figure, guarding the Mingzhou King's family's home, never taken a step back, of his eight disciples, only two remain alive.

To combat the snake bugs summoned by the Bamboo Formation Army, he shouted his throat bloody, never considering retreat.

But now, the thought of retreat indeed emerges, as too many strange events occur on this battlefield, too many troops dying mysteriously, if not retreated now, all of Zhang's troops may perish, entire sect, master and disciples, may end up within.

Fortunately at this time, Ghost Walker Aunt Zhang and Mr. Xiao Li from the Manor in Green Stone Town arrive, delivering a message from the Ghost Walking Sect, stating reinforcements are due, urging Zhang to wait patiently, holding on for a few more days.

Zhang understands the importance of this place well, thus can only grit his teeth, enduring bitterly.

But each day of holding on brings agony.

Now, throughout the army, the skill of the Bamboo Formation Army commanding snake bugs terrifies all, seeing even a piece of grass rope can't stop trembling.

Moreover, hearing that the southern King of Chaos has gathered troops, claiming numbers of a hundred thousand, ready to advance on Huzhou at any moment, while here, only less than a thousand are guarding...