Becoming a Deity from Planting the Bodhi Tree-Chapter 1162 - 414: The Descendants Plant the Trees, the Ancestors Enjoy the Shade (Part 2)

At the same time, several Gates approached the Netherworld's stronghold, questioning the temporary leader.

In the Great Hall.

Upon hearing that Jing Qiu is actually the fourth person destined to face tribulation, the Heavenly Crown Taoist, who was representing them, suddenly turned somber, glancing at a few of his own men.

If earlier, these people supported his decision to forcibly retain Jing Qiu and use his Merit against the Tribulation Embryo, Jing Qiu and the Proof of Killing Tribulation would have likely fallen into their hands by now!

These people were clearly his allies from the Undying Mountain, yet chose silence in fear of offending certain individuals behind Jing Qiu!

How utterly foolish!

"... insulting Kong Xiao Heavenly Monarch, we at the [Returning to Truth Temple] will definitely hold you accountable for this to the end!"

Soon, with the representative of [Returning to Truth Temple] delivering harsh words, he turned and left.

The atmosphere in the venue changed instantly.

Not only were the few people initially scrutinized by the Heavenly Crown Taoist, but nearly all attendees looked at the Heavenly Crown, who had previously declared he would use Jing Qiu's Merit against the Tribulation Embryo, with peculiar expressions.

Before fully merging the second Tribulation Embryo, he had already taken Kong Xiao's Hongmeng Opening Heaven Divine Power flawlessly.

After the unity of the Killing Tribulation, he dealt two blows to Kong Xiao, reverting him to his true form and temporarily subduing him afterward.

Such strength...

If earlier they had followed Heavenly Crown's advice and forcibly "retained" Jing Qiu, when his murderous intent surged, how many would still be alive at this stronghold?

Someone laughed coldly on the spot, disregarding Heavenly Crown's dignity, seemingly mocking at the notion that he could even consider opposing Jing Qiu?

Heavenly Crown's complexion was exceedingly unpleasant, his heart a turbulent sea.

He had been able to slowly become the leader of the Netherworld amidst Dongxu's neglect, relying entirely on his ability to contend with a Heavenly Monarch.

By the standards of various Gates, his strength is at the Absolute Peak Heavenly King tier, armed with a Secret Treasure meticulously prepared by Nine Mountains True Saint, capable of facing a Heavenly Monarch without violating the rules of this Land of Dao.

And that Jing Qiu, just a few years into the Heavenly King realm, can go head-to-head with a Heavenly Monarch merely by the enhancement of a Killing Tribulation?!

Killing Tribulation... he must seize the Killing Tribulation!

Heavenly Crown's greed and desire simmered ever more intensely in his heart.

Heavenly King from [Heavenly Cutting Sect] coldly declared: "Please inform Dongxu Heavenly Monarch, if the Netherworld does not wish to isolate itself from various Gates, they must heavily contribute in the campaign against the Great Demon!"

Heavenly Crown adjusted his Mental Realm, replying earnestly: "Rest assured, the Netherworld will not shirk its responsibilities."

Upon hearing these words, the Kings from the Netherworld were instantly displeased.

The elder You Wuxiao from the Heavenly Saint Lake retorted coldly on the spot: "Do you truly think the Netherworld can be bullied? It's just a Killing Tribulation enhancement. When your [Heavenly Cutting Sect]'s Shi Dao successfully hunts down the Tribulation Embryo, won't you seize the Proof of Killing Tribulation?"

The Heavenly King in [Heavenly Cutting Sect]'s face immediately darkened: "How dare you! Shi Dao Heavenly Monarch's true name, is it yours to utter directly?"

Wuxiao sneered: "And what of Heavenly Monarch, within the sect, I have faced the Lawless Saint and called him brother. Can your Shi Dao Heavenly Monarch stand above a True Saint?"

The strength of a Heavenly Monarch lies in being regarded as a future True Saint, with potential to step into the True Saint's Supreme Domain.

But before they mature, dare they claim superiority over a True Saint.

The face of the Heavenly King from [Heavenly Cutting Sect] turned ashen, yet rebuttal was impossible, forcing him to exert pressure on Heavenly Crown.

Heavenly Crown Taoist furrowed his brows, looking to the Kings:

"Jing Qiu is now ensnared by the Killing Tribulation. Once consumed by murderous intent, if we act, it is to save him from peril. Will you bear witness to him bringing boundless slaughter upon us, offending myriad forces?"

"Spare the empty rhetoric." Wuxiao remarked impatiently, known within the sect for his seniority, "This matter isn't yours to decide, Heavenly Crown. I've already communicated with Dongxu; he will emerge from seclusion."

"If [Heavenly Cutting Sect] intends to incite fratricide in the Netherworld, just go home." Among the five Divine Systems, someone suddenly spoke, "The Netherworld does not fear conflict; this is the stance of All Saints and ours as well."

The Heavenly King from [Heavenly Cutting Sect] abruptly changed expression, said nothing more, and departed in a huff.

After representatives from various Gates departed, dispute also arose among the Kings.

The main issue being that Jing Qiu, evocative of the Upper Killing Tribulation, has already embarked decisively on this path. Losing control, manipulated by murderous intent, is merely a matter of time.

In previous descriptions by various factions, after subduing Kong Xiao, Jing Qiu turned against Kings at the edge of the battlefield, tantamount to being at odds with the world.

The Netherworld, though unafraid of trouble, sees no reason to shoulder the burden for Jing Qiu, neutrality being the utmost stance.

Even in neutrality, they are likely to bear the blame for Jing Qiu, attracting the animosity of various Gates.

Thus, those led by Heaven Crown, advocating action, were in noticeable numbers.

This contention persisted until Dongxu Heavenly Monarch from the Nether Ruins Lineage emerged from seclusion.

In this alliance-driven battlefield, the strongest naturally holds the responsibility of leadership.

"These are mere outsider words." Dongxu Heavenly Monarch commented blandly, "First send someone to approach Jing Qiu, observe what's happening. Who volunteers?"

At the behest of Heavenly Crown Taoist, a Heavenly King from [Undying Mountain] stepped forth with his group.

Wuxiao lifted his eyelids, and behind him, a Heavenly King from Heavenly Saint Lake similarly appeared.

He had reason to believe that if solely Heavenly Crown's people were dispatched, the returning news would unequivocally be that Jing Qiu was beyond saving.

Dongxu Heavenly Monarch nodded and said: "Then I entrust you both to act swiftly; representatives of other Gates are surely en route, delay is impermissible."

...

Just as Dongxu stated, upon comprehending the specifics, Sea of Realms forces from various families immediately reached consensus with all parties, mobilizing resolutely to apprehend Jing Qiu before his further "development."

Some forces began intensifying efforts to track the other two Tribulation Embryos, ensuring Jing Qiu maintains a substantial distance from them.