I Can Gain One Skill Point Per Second

Chapter 859: Chapter 859: Irremovable Pain

To obtain enough intelligence from the Nine Netherworld’s intelligence system and avoid the emergence of turbulent situations, the Celestial Divine Beings generously provided these resources. To be honest, they were compelled to do so.

“How about taking me to see your Nine Netherworld’s records institution? I don’t want much information, and your Nine Netherworld’s status will rise significantly in the future.”

“Honestly, Mr. Qin, you’ve been working here for so many years; it’s time you and your family enjoy the blessings of the Upper Plane. Moreover, the people at the top mentioned that these hundred High-grade Source Power Elixirs are just part of the benefits for your Nine Netherworld. If I were given such rewards, I wouldn’t even hesitate.”

Smiling Buddha’s words were indeed flawless.

To obtain the rewards, Qin Zhu didn’t need to make any sacrifices — he just had to share the intelligence he held with the Celestial Divine Beings to gain these rare resources.

Yet Qin Zhu never considered doing so.

Doesn’t Qin Zhu know the methods of the Celestial Divine Beings that others might be unaware of?

The strategy of storing the bow after the birds are gone is something he has seen many times.

To be honest, aside from the promise rewards one can actually receive, the rest are just nonsense.

In Qin Zhu’s mind, collaborating with the Dark Rising is much simpler than cooperating with the Celestial Divine Beings.

“Ah, Smiling Buddha, your words — who wouldn’t cherish the High-grade Source Power Elixirs and the blessings of the Upper Plane? I, Mr. Qin, certainly do cherish them.”

“But, Smiling Buddha, the records institution you mentioned doesn’t exist in my Land of the Nine Netherworld.”

“Think about it — when everyone heard about being stationed permanently in the lower realm, and the living area was the turbulent place of the Nine Nether Undercurrent, no one wanted to come. If it wasn’t for drawing lots, I wouldn’t have ended up in this ghostly place either. You see, all these years I’ve been diligently doing what the higher-ups have instructed.”

The task Qin Zhu spoke of was naturally maintaining the cycle order of the Three Realms and Six Paths.

In this matter, Qin Zhu indeed performed impeccably.

“Regarding the intelligence agency, I’ve indeed never thought about it; you’re simply overestimating me. No, you’re putting me in an unfair position, Smiling Buddha.”

Qin Zhu’s words made the smile on Smiling Buddha’s face freeze instantly.

What the Nine Netherworld possesses, outsiders might not know, but the Celestial Divine Beings do, right?

Qin Zhu’s words seem reasonable and evidence-backed but can’t hide their bluff nature.

If it were any other local small deity, Smiling Buddha might have torn his face and acted.

But with the Nine Netherworld, he truly couldn’t act impulsively.

“Mr. Qin, you should know the style of those at the top. Those old guys never give without seeing the benefits first. If they hadn’t received accurate intelligence, why would they pledge so many resources to you, Mr. Qin, and specifically send me all this way? You agree, right?”

“Mr. Qin, let me give you some frank advice. This intelligence is extremely important to those big shots above. If you cooperate, your future is boundless. So, Mr. Qin, consider carefully. If you associate with unreliable people, it will be difficult to sever ties in the future.”

Hearing these words, the smile on Qin Zhu’s face also vanished.

Though in the lower realm, he is still one of the top Upper-Rank Gods among All Heavens and Myriads of Worlds.

And Smiling Buddha is merely an errand boy in the Upper Plane.

Out of courtesy, Qin Zhu addressed him as a brother; does someone with Smiling Buddha’s power have the right to threaten the Lord of the Nine Netherworld?

The Nine Netherworld has developed over the years, and its strength cannot be compared to the Nine Netherworld from thousands of years ago.

One could even say that in the Land of the Nine Netherworld, Qin Zhu can essentially stand undefeated.

“Ha, Smiling Buddha, I respect the people behind you, hence the extensive talk, but do you think I’m afraid of you or your backing forces? If the Nine Netherworld has an intelligence agency, it’s decided by me, Qin Zhu, not up to your judgment.”

“I’ve said there’s none, and that’s that. Even if there were, if I don’t want to share it, what can you do? Are you planning to take it by force?”

At this point in the conversation, both sides discarded their pretenses.

Both parties released their Divine Power and Power of the Primordial.

“Have you forgotten your identity, Qin Zhu? Don’t be disrespectful!”

Smiling Buddha’s words caused Qin Zhu to burst into laughter.

“So what if I’m disrespectful? What can you do about it? Do you really think, within my Land of the Nine Netherworld, you can beat me? If you can defeat me, we can do as you wish; what do you say?”

On the other side.

In the north of the Nine Netherworld.

The City of Ten Thousand Souls.

Qin Guang was entertaining the visiting Qian Chong.

In front of the two, a Nine Nether Royal Guard was kneeling.

“Young Master, the news is absolutely true. The King indeed entertained the guys from above, chatting with that fat monk, very friendly. I’m afraid the King may agree to their conditions and allow them to review…”

As soon as the Nine Nether Royal Guard spoke halfway, Qin Guang was filled with rage.

“That damned old man still hasn’t awakened, still serving as the Celestial Divine Beings’ lapdog?!”

As Qin Guang slammed the table, he revealed the arm under his long sleeve.

It was a skinless, withered, hollow arm.

Thousands of years ago, to suppress the wandering souls and ghosts of the Nine Netherworld, Qin Guang spared no cost, rendering his body entirely ghostly except for the head.

It can’t even be considered as a man.

This is why Hades, despite having a daughter, didn’t choose to marry Qin Guang, instead forcing Lin You to be with someone she disliked.

Qian Chong couldn’t help but laugh upon seeing this scene.

“Mr. Qin, if the old man lacks the courage, how about we personally take over the Nine Netherworld? Over the years, we’ve already analyzed the power of the Nine Nether undercurrents thoroughly with the Dark Rising, and studied how to control it. You only need to take that pill to gain control of the chaotic energy of the Nine Netherworld; then, even the King of Nine Netherworld would have to avoid your edge.”

“Don’t hesitate, Mr. Qin. The person you’re waiting for has arrived, and the stigma of disloyalty and unfilialness can be attached to her. By then, you’ll be the rightful heir, the sole lord of the Nine Netherworld. What do you think?”

Looking at his arm, Qin Guang’s eyes grew even more furious.

He would never forget Qin Zhu’s words about needing Lin You to continue the Qin Family’s bloodline, implying only Lin You’s descendants could become the future patriarch of the Qin Family.

Despite being the one who contributed the most to the Nine Netherworld, he was ultimately treated unjustly.

“Alright!”

Qin Guang took the pill given by the Dark Rising and swallowed it without hesitation.

Instantly, a massive wave of Yin Cold Power erupted from his body, spreading like a torrent, instantly engulfing the entire City of Ten Thousand Souls.

At this moment, outside Jiuyou City, the previously calm Nine Nether undercurrents, following their arranged path, suddenly became restless and even violent.

In a sudden jolt, these undercurrents deviated from their initial track, converging towards the north of the city.