Chu Qinghuang stared straight at the Underworld Lord for a few seconds before nodding slightly in gratitude, saying, "Thank you."
The Underworld Lord glanced indifferently at Chu Qinghuang and replied, "No need to thank me. We are simply helping each other. I've wanted to deal with this Soul Master for a long time, but it has never been convenient for me to make a move. Now that you've stuck your neck out—and given how easily your identity invites wariness—you'll take the vanguard while I provide covert assistance. You rescue your friend, and I eliminate a thorn in my side. It's a win-win."
Chu Qinghuang let out a cold laugh. "The Underworld Lord certainly makes fine calculations. You arrived just on the heels of my entry—weren't you afraid I wouldn't come?"
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