Facing Zhao Ziying's interrogation, Si Ren appeared extremely calm.
"This is only the first layer of what you see, merely scratching the surface.
The Danghu clan has long resided along Yellow Springs Road, sustaining themselves through smuggling and illegal crossings. Of course, smoothing things over between Yellow Springs Road and the Underworld requires offering regular tributes to the ghost runners and nether soldiers responsible for patrols.
You must be aware of their existence, and you've tacitly condoned their actions. Deep down, you never considered them a threat.
It doesn't matter if you don't believe me, but think about this: if a war breaks out between the Underworld and the Human Realm, who benefits the most?
Regardless of which side of us wins, we will ultimately face the full might of a counterattack from the Demon Clan at the height of their power. Frankly speaking, we humans cannot withstand it.
As for whether your Underworld can hold out...
Even if the Dark Emperor were to personally intervene, I doubt it would be enough.
The top-tier combatants among the three forces are the Demon Emperor, the Dark Emperor, and myself.
Although I am the weakest of the three, the gap isn't all that massive. If I really decide to risk my life to fight the Dark Emperor to the death, I'm afraid she wouldn't have an easy time of it either. The same goes for the Demon Clan.
Therefore, while the Human Realm appears to be the weakest of the three races, we actually ensure that the b…
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