Sole Sword Supremacy-Chapter 548 - 552: Returning the Great Nether Mirror

"Welcome, Li Shang Sword Venerable!"

Before anyone had returned, Wang Junze already used the token to relay the news to Pei Haoran and the others that he would soon return with Li Shang Sword Venerable and Monk Benyin.

They had just entered the city, and everyone was already waiting at the city gate to welcome Wang Junze and the others.

Not only were Pei Haoran and Yang Hong there, but many demon cultivators had also come upon hearing the news. No matter how well Wang Junze had promised them, everyone understood that the true decision-maker for the fate of Netherworld City was ultimately Li Shang Sword Venerable.

Moreover, regardless of their stance or thoughts, no one dared to be disrespectful in the face of Li Shang Sword Venerable.

Gesturing for the crowd to quiet down, Qu Lishang pointed at Wang Junze and said calmly, "The Night Spirit Demon Venerable is dead. From today onwards, Wang Junze is the master of Netherworld City. Whatever he says is equivalent to my intention!" 𝑓𝑟ℯ𝘦𝓌𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝑐ℴ𝓂

Buzz!

In an instant, the crowd erupted in astonishment.

While the death of the Night Spirit Demon Venerable wasn’t unexpected, it was hardly surprising that Qu Lishang could kill the Night Spirit Demon Venerable. However, for him to appear and publicly back Wang Junze was quite unexpected.

Furthermore, unlike the Night Spirit Demon Venerable, Qu Lishang did not appoint Wang Junze as a commander or caretaker for Netherworld City. Instead, he directly stated that Wang Junze is the master of Netherworld City. This distinction is significant.

For Pei Haoran, Yang Hong, and the others, the difference between Wang Junze and Qu Lishang holding dominion over Netherworld City was substantial.

However, after a brief moment, everyone quickly understood and once again bowed to Wang Junze, saying, "Greetings, City Lord!"

"There’s no need for formalities!"

With a slight bow in return, Wang Junze replied softly, "I previously mentioned that I am not only a disciple of the Profound Moon Sword Sect but also the demon cultivator Ye Piaoling you all know."

Though it seemed just a matter of names, the attitude it conveyed was undeniably different. Wang Junze repeated these words in front of Qu Lishang to soothe the hearts of the demon cultivators.

The disciple of the Profound Moon Sword Sect, Wang Junze, might overlook the interests of the demon cultivators, but the demon cultivator Ye Piaoling would undoubtedly stand with them. Therefore, there’s no need to worry about unfair treatment for demon cultivators in the Nether Sea in the future.

"Thank you, City Lord Ye!"

Upon hearing this, the slight unease in the hearts of the demon cultivators dissipated, and they smiled and greeted once more.

"By the way, this is Monk Benyin from Xuankong Temple."

Turning to Monk Benyin, Wang Junze bowed slightly and continued, "In the future, Xuankong Temple will also enter the Nether Sea. At that time, I will further open up the Nether Sea, not only to demon cultivators but also to welcome more disciples of righteousness."

"Of course, no matter who comes, I assure you that I will treat everyone equally, not favoring any side, even if they are disciples of my Profound Moon Sword Sect!"

After pausing, Wang Junze continued, "Later, I will discuss with you all to establish a new set of rules and build the Nether Sea together with everyone!"

"Yang Hong, Maiden of the Sea, and Pei Haoran are all my friends, and they are demon cultivators. If anyone has questions or suggestions, they can directly approach them."

Without any delay, Wang Junze’s statement was also an expression of support for Yang Hong and the others. It is no exaggeration to say that in the future, they will be the representatives of demon cultivators. The administration of demon cultivator matters will surely be entrusted to them, as a reward for their previous assistance.

After saying these words, Wang Junze accompanied Qu Lishang and Monk Benyin back to Netherworld Mansion.

On the surface, Wang Junze’s principles were clear, but privately, Wang Junze naturally understood that Monk Benyin would definitely propose some conditions. Wang Junze did not mind these; he was even willing to cooperate, further entwining the interests of Xuankong Temple with them, ensuring Netherworld City becomes impregnable, deterring the Court and Judgment Department from intervening recklessly.

Soon, everyone sat down in Netherworld Mansion.

"Master Qu, before, I was seriously injured and had to borrow the Great Nether Mirror to stabilize my condition. Now I have recovered, and I kindly request Master Qu to take back the Great Nether Mirror."

After the battle against the Corpse Demon Ancestor, Luo Qingxuan returned the Great Nether Mirror to Wang Junze. Now, Wang Junze stood up again, took out the Great Nether Mirror, and returned it to Qu Lishang.

"I already said, the Great Nether Mirror was given to you for protection."

Looking at Wang Junze, Qu Lishang shook his head slightly, speaking calmly, as if he had given away not an ancient supreme treasure but merely an ordinary mirror.

With a wry smile, Wang Junze shook his head and said, "Master Qu, the Great Nether Mirror is too precious. For me... it is more harmful than beneficial. If Master truly does not need it anymore, perhaps it should be returned to the sect. My master’s wounds have not healed yet. If he can refine the Great Nether Mirror, he might return to the Saint Realm. This, I believe, is the best choice for the disciple."

"???"

As these words left his mouth, let alone Qu Lishang, even Luo Bingyun and Yang Hong were dumbfounded.

It was not surprising for Qu Lishang to give away the Great Nether Mirror, as Qu Lishang himself was one of the top Saint Realm powerhouses. Even without the Great Nether Mirror, he was among the top global powerhouses, such generosity was unsurprising.

But for Wang Junze to be able to refuse the Great Nether Mirror so decisively, that composure and determination were shockingly impressive.

Having witnessed the power of the Great Nether Mirror in previous battles, it was not only Wang Junze who saw its might; they all had witnessed it firsthand. Under such circumstances, one needs great resolve and determination to return the Great Nether Mirror once obtained.

"Wang Junze, do you truly want to return the Great Nether Mirror to the sect?"

A trace of surprise passed through Qu Lishang’s eyes as he asked again, "Such an ancient supreme treasure, even for me to acquire it, would mean risking my life. If you miss this opportunity, you may never encounter such a treasure again. Have you truly thought it through?"

One must know that Qu Lishang had previously explained the uses of the ancient supreme treasure to Wang Junze. It is no exaggeration to say that besides its formidable power, it is also a shortcut to the Divine Domain Realm.

With Wang Junze’s talent, breaking through to Divine Travel, Entering the Path, or even the Saint Realm may not be difficult, but going further and entering the Divine Domain is extremely challenging.

Looking at Wang Junze, Qu Lishang said again, "As for safety, you needn’t worry. I will be staying in the Nether Sea for a long while to meditate. Here, no one can take the Great Nether Mirror from you."

"With your talent, as long as you enter the path and wield the Great Nether Mirror, you might qualify to resist powerhouses of the Saint Realm. Then, the whole world is open to you."