Published: January 20, 2025
A sizzling sound echoed, accompanied by a twinge of pain.
However, the master of the dark prison did not mind the pain seeping through his flesh. Instead, he was shocked to perceive the changes in his mind. Under the illumination of the fire, the divine soul power that had previously been depleting was now significantly reduced.
“What kind of flame is this?” The master of the dark prison stared in astonishment at Qin Chen.
Qin Chen initially thought there might be sinister entities lurking in the surroundings, which prompted him to unleash the chaotic azure lotus fire. Now that he realized there was nothing unusual around, he promptly withdrew the chaotic azure lotus fire and returned it to the sea of souls.
Boom.
This time, Qin Chen did not allow the chaotic azure lotus fire to lie dormant; instead, he kept it suspended above the sea of souls. The fiery lotus shimmered, radiating strands of warm life force. Qin Chen immediately sensed that his soul's dissipation rate had also slowed somewhat, but it was still gradually fading away.
However, the rate of dissipation had significantly decreased.
“Brother Underworld Lord, why did you put that flame away?” Seeing Qin Chen retract the chaotic azure lotus fire, the master of the dark prison became anxious.
“What? You still covet this Underworld Lord's divine ability?” Qin Chen scoffed coldly.
“That’s not what I meant.”
The master of the dark prison’s expression changed as he hurriedly put on a smile. “Brother Underworld Lord, that flame of yours can slow my… no, it can slow my divine soul’s dissipation rate. I hope you can help me out, considering we both come from the abandoned land.”
If it were any other master of the forbidden zone, the master of the dark prison might have directly attacked to seize it. But in front of Qin Chen, he had learned about his strength beforehand and didn’t fancy his chances of taking the azure flame from him.
Moreover, the master of the dark prison had previously sensed that the azure flame contained a unique life force, which exerted a strong suppressive effect on both his divine soul and body. It made him feel uncomfortable, and even if he managed to acquire it, he likely wouldn't be able to refine it, so he had no choice but to lower his stance.
“Help out? What are you to me? Why should this Underworld Lord assist you?” Qin Chen sneered.
“This…”
The master of the dark prison felt embarrassed; indeed, Qin Chen had no ties with him. In fact, they had previously clashed fiercely. It was one thing to be enemies; there was no obligation for the other party to assist him.
“Brother Underworld Lord, you are mistaken.”
The master of the dark prison’s mind raced, and he quickly replied, “We both emerged from this abandoned land, and considering we are now in the same boat, we need to work together to leave this Dead Sea Forbidden Area. Even after we escape from this Dead Sea Prison Cage, we should still support each other in the Underworld.”
The master of the dark prison spoke eagerly, even showing a flattering expression.
There was no other choice; at the brink of life and death, what did losing some face matter?
As long as he was alive, there was hope. Once dead, everything was lost.
Qin Chen smiled, not expecting the master of the dark prison to be so flexible.
He didn’t continue to question but said lightly, “It’s not impossible for this Underworld Lord to help you. However, you must follow my instructions in the future, and you cannot defy my orders. If you can’t do that, then there’s no need for us to walk together.”
“Follow your instructions?”
The master of the dark prison’s expression changed. Who was he? One of the top figures in the abandoned land, and now he was supposed to obey the commands of a newcomer like Qin Chen? How could he save face?
“What? Are you not agreeing?” Qin Chen scoffed. “Then this Underworld Lord will not make it difficult for you; we can simply part ways.”