AWB Chapter 259 The Power of the Underworld
Chapter 259 The Power of the Underworld
Little did they know, Niu Ben knew these things not because of the will of Heaven.
Rather, he was already very familiar with many aspects of the development of the prehistoric world.
Because she believed that Niu Ben was guided by the will of Heaven, Houtu, the ancestral witch, did not choose to continue questioning him after receiving his answer.
After a slight pause, she changed the subject:
"Fellow Daoist Niu Ben."
"Could you do me a favor, fellow Daoist?"
Niu Ben smiled slightly and replied:
"Fellow Daoist, please speak."
Then, Houtu, the ancestral witch, didn't delay. With a light wave of her wide sleeves, a drop of essence blood flew straight down in front of Niu Ben.
This drop of essence blood was surrounded by a ring of earthy yellow color.
Within it, illusory images flickered and shifted, as if countless mountains and lands were rising and falling.
In addition, this drop of essence blood also exudes a vast and boundless life essence and the power of the ancestral witch's origin.
"Um?"
"This...this is the essence blood of your Ancestral Witch, Fellow Daoist Houtu?"
After a brief look, Niu Ben exclaimed in surprise.
With his keen eyesight, he could tell that the drop of essence blood that Houtu Ancestral Witch had taken out was either her own Ancestral Witch essence blood or something else entirely.
Hearing Niu Ben's doubts, Houtu, the Ancestral Witch, calmly nodded and said:
"Fellow Daoist Niu Ben, my transformation into the cycle of reincarnation is an act of sacrificing myself to mend the world, and I fear I will never return."
At this point, a hint of farewell and reluctance appeared on Houtu's face.
After realizing that her mission was to establish reincarnation, she knew that once she became part of reincarnation, she would no longer be considered the ancestral witch of the witch clan.
After a slight pause, Houtu, the Ancestral Witch, continued:
"The foundation of our Wu clan lies in the Twelve Capital Heavenly Gods and Demons Formation, which was jointly set up by the twelve ancestral witches."
"When this formation is activated, the true form of the Father God Pangu can be condensed."
"If I am missing, the great formation will be incomplete, and the Wu tribe will be in grave danger!"
As she spoke, Houtu, the ancestral witch, looked at Niu Ben with a pleading expression and continued:
"Therefore, I would like to ask you, fellow Daoist, after I transform into Samsara, to take this drop of my life essence back to the Wu Clan and hand it over to my elder brother, Di Jiang."
"With the essence of this ancestral witch, we may be able to maintain the operation of the great formation and preserve a glimmer of hope for our witch clan."
"And that's the only thing I can't let go of."
It should be noted that the conflict between the demon race and the witch race is intensifying.
In the past, the Witch Clan had the Twelve Heavenly Gods and Demons Formation set up by the Twelve Ancestral Witches, so the Demon Clan dared not be too presumptuous.
However, if Houtu Ancestral Witch were to reincarnate here, and the Twelve Ancestral Witches were not all present, it would be impossible to summon the Twelve Capital Heavenly Gods and Demons Formation again.
If that time really comes, the Witch Clan will be in danger.
After all, the demon race was constantly thinking about how to wipe out their witch race.
After listening to what the Earth Ancestor Witch said, Niu Ben nodded in understanding and was about to speak.
Just then, a system message suddenly sounded in his mind:
【Ding! 】
[Congratulations, host, for triggering a god-level choice!]
[Option 1: Agree to Houtu's request and escort the Ancestral Witch's essence blood back to the Witch Clan.]
[Reward: 1 Fragment of a Primordial Treasure]
Option Two: Reject Houtu and do not interfere in the affairs of the Wu tribe.
[Reward: One random innate spiritual treasure.]
"System, choose one!"
Upon hearing the system's prompt, Niu Ben chose option one without hesitation.
You should know that he already has four fragments of innate supreme treasures.
Including the fragments of innate treasures obtained this time, there are now five.
Once all seven fragments are collected, they can be combined into a supreme innate treasure!
At that time, he will possess two innate treasures.
Such a powerful treasure is something even a sage doesn't possess.
After making his choice, Niu Ben smiled and looked at Houtu, the Ancestral Witch, and said:
"Fellow Daoist Houtu, please rest assured."
"I will definitely deliver this ancestral witch's essence blood safely into the hands of the ancestral witch Dijiang."
As soon as he finished speaking, Niu Ben didn't hesitate and directly put away the drop of Ancestral Witch Blood that was floating in front of him.
Houtu, the ancestral witch, was overjoyed to see Niu Ben agree to help her, and then said:
"The noble character of Fellow Daoist Niu Ben is deeply appreciated by Houtu."
"Don't worry, I won't let you put in your effort for nothing."
"After I reincarnate, when order is established in this netherworld, you will be able to wield power over the underworld."
"how?"
In the eyes of Houtu Zuwu, after she reincarnates, she still needs to establish order in the underworld.
If Niu Ben could help, it would save a lot of trouble.
Moreover, Niu Ben has the backing of the Three Pure Ones and his own cultivation is not weak, so it is best for Niu Ben to take charge of the Underworld.
"To rule the underworld?"
Upon hearing this, a glint flashed in Niu Ben's eyes.
Naturally, it is known that this underworld is the core of future reincarnation, holding great power and controlling the order of yin and yang.
In addition, the underworld itself is associated with immeasurable merit and fortune.
For Niu Ben, this has immeasurable value, whether it's enhancing his own capabilities or planning for the future.
At the same time, he had previously received a reward of an eighteen-level hell model from the system, which came in handy.
Even if Houtu, the Ancestral Witch, didn't say anything, Niu Ben also planned to find a suitable opportunity to talk to Houtu about the power of the Underworld.
Who would have thought that Houtu would bring up this matter on her own initiative? Isn't this like meat being delivered straight to her mouth?
After a slight pause, Niu Ben suppressed his excitement, bowed respectfully to the Ancestral Witch Houtu, and said:
"The ancestral witch Houtu is compassionate and her blessings extend to all living beings. Niu Ben admires her greatly."
"Since the Ancestral Shaman has entrusted this important task to me, Niu Ben will certainly live up to expectations."
"We will do our utmost to maintain the operation of the underworld and ensure that reincarnation is not disrupted!"
Seeing that Niu Ben had agreed, Houtu, the ancestral witch, nodded slightly and said no more.
Then, with a light wave of her hand, she tore apart the barrier that had enveloped her and Niu Ben.
Not far away, the Styx Ancestor saw this, glanced at it slightly, and muttered to himself:
"I wonder what Houtu, the Ancestral Witch, and Niu Ben discussed?"
"They've even excluded me, their ancestor?"
Thinking about it, the Styx Ancestor felt helpless.
No matter how unwilling he was, he was helpless now.
After all, the fact that Houtu established the cycle of reincarnation here has even alarmed the Heavenly Dao.
Just then, Houtu, the Ancestral Witch, glanced at the Styx Ancestor, but said nothing.
Without further ado, she stepped into the sea of blood.
"boom!"
Just as Houtu, the ancestral witch, took a step, an endless and profound aura of the Great Dao emanated from her body.
Niu Ben remained calm upon seeing this, while Old Ancestor Styx looked utterly incredulous.
Suddenly, Niu Ben looked at the Styx Ancestor and said with a smile:
"Fellow Daoist Styx".
"I have a cushy job I'd like to discuss with you."
Upon hearing Niu Ben's words, the Styx Ancestor frowned and looked at Niu Ben with puzzlement in his eyes.
"Good job?"
Niu Ben nodded and hummed softly:
"That's right."
"To be honest, I have just reached an agreement with Houtu, the ancestral witch."
"Once she transforms into a being and opens up the underworld, I will take control of its power!"