Lu Li was in closed-door cultivation leisurely. The outside world quieted down after a few days of excitement.
But people had changed their opinion of Lu Li. The warriors had begun to accept Lu Li as their commander.
Time flew by. Four months later, two more battalions entered the Ghosts Realm. They were lucky this time. Only four or five hundred warriors died when they came out.
If it weren't for the riot at the Ghost Sea last time, the two battalions wouldn't have suffered so many casualties. Usually, there wouldn't be so many casualties unless there were some special circumstances.
Ten days later, a troop arrived at the Valley of Ghosts. This was a reinforcement from the Hell Palace. Last time, they had suffered too many casualties.
Along with this troop was a handsome young master.
When this young master came in, five patriarchs came out to greet him in person.
Many warriors were surprised that five patriarchs came out to greet him. Who was this young master?
How could he have such a high status in the Hell Palace?
Soon, a piece of news spread out. This young master was the descendant of a Great Patriarch of the Hell Palace. His name was Meng Li.
There were three Great Patriarchs of the Hell Palace. They were the pillars of the Hell Palace. Meng Li was the descendant of one of them.
All the past masters of the Hell Palace were powerful cultivators. That being said, a master alone could not support a force.
The true pillars of the Underworld Palace were these three supreme elders. They were three extremely tyrannical existences.
Naturally, the pillars of the Hell Palace had a distinguished status.
Meng Li was the descendant of the Great Patriarch and the most powerful warrior of the young generation of the Meng Family. Naturally, the warriors of the Hell Palace could not afford to be careless. Patriarchs here were patriarchs, but they were not favored in the Hell Palace, let alone their combat abilities.
Patriarchs were similar in status to Hall Masters of the Hell Palace.
How could the average patriarchs not come out to greet Meng Li?
Several patriarchs didn't come out to greet him. Two of them were in closed-door cultivation and the other three were not afraid of anything. They had been suppressed for so long that they didn't care about anything anymore.
"Where is the chief commander here?
Why don't I see him?
I've heard of his deeds from the outside, and I'm serving under him this time. Hurry up and invite him out so I can pay my respects to him. "
After exchanging greetings in the main hall, Meng Li said something that made the smiles on the faces of many elders become meaningful.
Meng Li was looking for trouble, and she was looking for Lu Li!
The elders were already surprised. Even if Meng Li wanted to gain experience, he wouldn't choose to come here. When they received the transfer order, they were all baffled.
Originally, there was no Second Commander here, because Meng Li had actually set up a Second Commander …
Because of Elder Yang's strength, the position of Senior Commander was practically non-existent, let alone the position of Second Commander.
Besides, the environment here was very harsh. There was no entertainment at all. There were some women, but they were all extremely ugly. What was this Hell Palace's top young master doing here?
Meng Li's realm was at the peak of the third tribulation, so there was not much meaning in coming here to gain experience.
The Human-faced Scorpion Beast and Ghost Worm did not help him in any way.
He definitely had a Goblin Spirit to protect his soul, so there was no point in fighting spirit monsters. Was he supposed to challenge the Spirit King?
It couldn't be gilded, it wasn't fun, and it couldn't be used for training.
This Young Master would not come here unless he was out of his mind. At this moment, when he spoke, everyone suddenly understood. Meng Li was concerned about Lu Li's future, and he was looking for trouble with Lu Li.
The thing was …
With Meng Li's identity, it was not difficult for him to send a secret message and ask a Patriarch to do something to kill Lu Li. Why did he come here in person to be the Second Commander?
If they couldn't figure it out, then they wouldn't think about it. They would find out after some time.
Patriarch Yang smiled, cupped his fists and said, "Young Master Meng, Commander Lu's soul was injured some time ago. I think he is still in closed-door cultivation to recover, so he didn't come to greet you. I hope you don't mind."
"Oh, I see!"
Meng Li smiled lightly, waved his hand and said, "If so, then let's meet him when he comes out from closed-door cultivation.
Also, Patriarch Yang, I am here to work, not to play. Just treat me as your subordinate. You can order me around and use me as you wish. "
"Ha, ha!"
The group of Patriarchs laughed. How could they dare to use this Young Master?
Not only did they not dare to use him, but they also had to protect him carefully. They could not let anything happen to him. Otherwise, Great Patriarch would be furious, and they would be in serious trouble.
"Young Master Meng, we have prepared some wine to welcome you!"
Patriarch Yang stood up happily. A group of people surrounded Young Master Meng and walked towards the side hall.
Many Patriarchs wanted to have a good relationship with this Young Master Meng so that they could be transferred out of this place in the future.
…
After three rounds of wine, Young Master Yang went to his castle. This castle had been arranged by Patriarch Yang long ago. Not only was it very luxurious, but he had also arranged for a few maids to serve him.
"Young Master!"
In a side hall, Commander Cao knelt on one knee and bowed respectfully.
Meng Li sat there without looking at him. He leisurely drank tea and said, "You are Cao Yun?
I remember that your grandfather used to follow my great-grandfather. Why is he so miserable in your generation? "
A trace of embarrassment and shame appeared on Commander Cao's face. He lowered his head deeply and paused for a moment before saying, "We are useless. Cao Yun is very ashamed."
"I know a little about what happened back then."
Meng Li raised his head and looked at Commander Cao indifferently. He said, "Don't think too much. After a while, I will transfer you out. If you can break through the fourth tribulation, I will guarantee you an elder position."
"Thank you, Young Master!"
Commander Cao was overjoyed. He kowtowed heavily.
Meng Li waved his hand and said, "Get up. Tell me about that Fourth Young Master Lu."
"Okay!"
Commander Cao stood up. There was a trace of coldness on his face.
As a matter of fact — it was because of him that Meng Li could come here to be the second commander.
Commander Cao sent someone to find out everything about Lu Li. His grandpa used to follow Great Patriarch for a while and he had some connections in the Hell Palace. It was easy for him to get some information.
After inquiring clearly, Commander Cao immediately passed on the situation to Meng Li.
He sent the information to him because he knew one thing — Meng Li had been pursuing Su Yueqin for many years.
Su Yueqin was an Immortal Princess. Under normal circumstances, she would not marry out. She would most likely marry a young master from the Hell Palace. Meng Li stood a good chance.
Of course, Meng Li had a lot of competition. There were three other young masters who were excellent. Su Yueqin was sometimes close to them and sometimes far away. She had never made up her mind.
As far as Commander Cao was concerned, Lu Li was a good opportunity. If Meng Li could make Lu Li suffer or even kill him quietly, maybe Su Yueqin would be happy …
Meng Li thought so as well, so he came.
Meng Li believed that Su Yueqin could not do it herself. By sending Lu Li here, she wanted him to die. Meng Li would naturally seize such a good chance to perform.
As for why he didn't send a message to Patriarch Yang to do it himself, he came in person. Wasn't this … a show of sincerity?