417: Unstoppable momentum

“From today onwards, I am the Ghost Lord of the Yin Court.”

His voice was deep and majestic, as if announcing a new identity.

This baptism elevated his cultivation from the Early Stage of the Dao Lord Realm to the Middle Stage, which could be considered a blessing in disguise. This cultivation level was already on par with the Black Bone Realm Lord.

After all, the Rotten Bone Heaven Realm was merely a minor force in the Myriad Ghosts Domain.

His retinues also emerged from the pool, their expressions calm and indifferent. It is worth mentioning that one of them, who was already at Dao Severing Perfection, broke through to the Dao Lord Realm through this experience.

Quan Gu stood before the Netherworld Altar, his gaze directed at the high seat in the main hall, where a supreme figure was watching him.

“Quan Gu greets Your Majesty!”

Quan Gu and his retinues knelt before this figure.

“Go! You shall lead the Northern Army, attack the northern territories, and advance directly into that Rotten Bone Dao Province!”

“If you fail to accomplish this within six months, then you shall take your own life!”

The King of Hell’s majestic voice resounded.

“As Your Majesty commands!”

Quan Gu departed with his subordinates… Ghost Spirit Dao Province, Northern Army Commander’s Mansion.

Quan Gu stood on the high platform of the Commander’s Mansion, his gaze coldly sweeping over the ten Ghost Generals, all at Dao Severing Perfection, below him. His figure was tall, his bones as black as ink, and eerie green ghost fire flickered in his eyes, exuding a terrifying pressure.

“From today onwards, I am the commander of the Northern Army.”

Quan Gu’s voice was deep and cold, like a declaration from Hell. As soon as his words fell, the ten Ghost Generals below all showed expressions of disdain.

“Hmph, a mere parachuted newcomer, does he really deserve to command us?”

A Ghost General resembling a fierce tiger sneered, a murderous glint in his eyes. His aura was violent and overbearing, clearly indicating a powerful existence.

Upon hearing this, the ghost fire in Quan Gu’s eyes flared intensely. His figure flickered, instantly appearing before the fierce tiger Ghost General.

“You’re not convinced? Then I’ll beat you until you are!”

Quan Gu’s voice was as biting as a cold wind. He then threw a punch, his black bone claws carrying an endless power of decay, striking directly at the fierce tiger Ghost General.

“Boom—”

Before the fierce tiger Ghost General could react, he was sent flying by Quan Gu’s punch, crashing heavily to the ground, the sound of bones shattering clearly audible.

He was that direct.

“Who else is not convinced?”

Quan Gu coldly scanned the remaining nine Ghost Generals, his voice carrying an unquestionable authority, his Dao Lord pressure raging across the entire hall.

The nine Ghost Generals exchanged glances, a hint of apprehension flashing in their eyes. Even the fierce tiger Ghost General lowered his proud head.

“We… are willing to obey the commander’s orders!”

The ten Ghost Generals responded in unison, their voices tinged with reverence. The military had always revered the strong, and Quan Gu, acting on His Majesty’s decree, had the authority to command them.

Quan Gu nodded in satisfaction, then ordered: “Time is short. Immediately divide the army into three routes. Each route will be led by three Ghost Generals, advancing towards the three Dao Provinces of Ghost Cry, Ghost Calamity, and Ghost Difficulty, near the Ghost Spirit Dao Province.”

“I will remain in the Ghost Spirit Dao Province, ready to provide support at any time! Remember, if they surrender, control their high-ranking officials and send them to the Netherworld Sacred Pool. Those who resist will have their entire clan exterminated!”

“Yes!”

The ten Ghost Generals responded in unison.

Immediately, the army split into three routes, like three black torrents, passing through the Teleportation Dao Gates and advancing towards the three Dao Provinces respectively.

Quan Gu, meanwhile, remained in the Ghost Spirit Dao Province, his gaze coldly observing the unfolding battle.

In less than three days, good news came from the front!

“Report—! The Yin Wind Dao Province in the eastern part of the Ghost Spirit Dao Province has surrendered, offering a large number of treasures!”

“Report—! The Nether Soul Dao Province in the western part of the Ghost Spirit Dao Province has surrendered, and its Clan Chief has personally come to beg for forgiveness!”

“Report—! The Blood Fiend Dao Province in the southern part of the Ghost Spirit Dao Province has surrendered, its entire clan pledging allegiance!”

In just a few days, three Dao Provinces had surrendered one after another.

These three Dao Provinces were already weaker than the Gui Ling Zu (Ghost Spirit Race), and now seeing the fate of the Gui Ling Zu (Ghost Spirit Race), how could they dare to resist?

“Hmph, they know what’s good for them.”

Quan Gu sneered, a hint of disdain flashing in his eyes.

He immediately ordered all the powerful individuals from the three Dao Provinces to be gathered and sent into the Netherworld Sacred Pool.

No one dared to resist; they could only obediently accept the baptism of the Netherworld Sacred Pool, ultimately becoming members of the Imperial Dynasty’s army.

Afterward, the Northern Army used these three Dao Provinces as a springboard to advance northward.

Along the way, wherever the army went, all the Dao Provinces either surrendered out of fear or out of ulterior motives.

But it was useless. Regardless of their sincerity, once they entered the Netherworld Sacred Pool, they were destined to contribute their last bit of value to the Imperial Dynasty.

However, not all Dao Provinces chose to surrender.

Some forces, confident in their strength, or those fiercely loyal to the Rotten Bone Clan, chose to resist.

“Netherworld Dynasty? Hmph, merely a rabble! Our clan will never yield!”

The Realm Lord of a certain Dao Province stood on the city wall, a fierce glint in his eyes.

Behind him, countless clan members stood ready, clearly prepared to fight the Netherworld Dynasty to the death.

“Kill—!”

The Imperial Dynasty’s army surged like a tide, ghost Qi soaring to the heavens, and a chilling wind howling.

“Rumble—”

Under the powerful offensive of the Imperial Dynasty’s army, the city wall tottered, and the defensive Formation was on the verge of shattering.

The Realm Lord’s face was pale, his eyes filled with despair.

“No… impossible! How could our clan be defeated by these ghosts!”

Before his words finished, the city wall was breached by the Yin soldiers, and countless Yin soldiers poured into the city, commencing a ruthless massacre.

“Those who resist, their entire clan shall be annihilated!”

The commander of this army declared like death itself, his voice echoing throughout the entire Dao Province.

His gaze was cold and cruel, as if looking at a group of ants. Only bloodshed could deter resisting enemies.

In just three months, the Northern Army successively conquered over six hundred Dao Provinces. Wherever they passed, they either received surrender or met resistance and slaughter.

During this period, the Rotten Bone Clan had also sent powerful individuals for support, but they were all annihilated under the might of the Imperial Dynasty’s army.

Rotten Bone City!

“Bastard! That damned Quan Gu, how dare he betray his clan! He deserves to die!”

It was still that altar.

At this moment, the Black Bone Realm Lord’s roar echoed throughout the entire city, his voice filled with hatred and panic.

Who could have imagined that three months ago, Quan Gu was merely sent to annihilate the Netherworld Dynasty, but instead of annihilating them, Quan Gu betrayed them? Not only did he betray them, but his strength was even greater than his own.

Above the altar, the three Rotten Bone Clan Elders had inexplicable expressions, and deep within their ghost fires, unease and fear could be seen.

A month ago, knowing that the Imperial Dynasty’s army was pressing down, various Dao Provinces sought help. The Rotten Bone Clan naturally would not sit idly by, so they sent an Elder.

As a result, that Elder was killed on the spot by Quan Gu. The Black Bone Realm Lord immediately took action, but was severely wounded on the spot by Quan Gu. Had he not possessed a treasure, he would have likely perished then and there.

After this battle, the Netherworld Dynasty’s prestige soared. Wherever their army went, various Dao Provinces surrendered one after another. Including the Netherworld Dynasty’s other three armies, the Rotten Bone Clan had already lost over two thousand three hundred Dao Provinces.

Now, only this core region and some Dao Provinces further north had not yet fallen into the hands of the Netherworld Dynasty.

However, anyone with a discerning eye knew that once the Rotten Bone Clan was annihilated, the remaining Dao Provinces would immediately pledge allegiance, which was also the reason for the Black Bone Realm Lord’s anger.

“Perhaps, we should ask for help!”

An Elder spoke.

As soon as these words were uttered, the eyes of the other two immediately lit up.

Although Black Bone did not want to bow to those rivals, he still decided to ask for help.

“Oh! You’re all here? Perfect!”

Just then, an incongruous voice rang out.