Infinite Puzzle City

Chapter 656 Journey to the Underworld
The four of them joined forces and each displayed their unique abilities.

Even with his fierce fighting spirit, the ghost general was caught off guard by the attack.

The lightning struck the ghost general, and in the instant the thunder tore through the gloom, a foul, ink-like aura surged from beneath the ghost general's tattered armor. Dai Long's Five Thunder Talisman exploded, creating a hole the size of a bowl in his chest cavity.

The Xiushui family truly lives up to its reputation as the foremost folk cultivation family, possessing the complete Five Thunder Orthodox Method. Even if the state, the Taoist Association, and the Zhengyi Alliance do not recognize it, Heaven does.

Even something like the [Gui] was knocked back by the Five Thunder Technique, causing it to stagger.

Taking advantage of that instant, Wu Man lifted the cauldron and brought it down on top of him.

The Taotie pattern that appeared on the bronze cauldron suddenly came to life, and a powerful suction force came from the mouth of the cauldron. The warhorse under the ghost general neighed and was instantly swallowed up by the stove fire that surged from the cauldron.

Then, the ghost suddenly tore its upside-down face to the roots of its ears, and a scarlet whip made of twisted infant souls lashed out from between its fangs.

The loud cracking sound sent the soup cauldron flying backward, and even Wu Man almost lost her grip on the large cauldron.

Fortunately, at that moment, Jin Chanzi made his move.

"Xuanzong of Heaven and Earth, the root of Wan Qi!"

As Jin Chanzi chanted the Golden Light Mantra, the Three Pure Bells in his hand vibrated with three layers of pure light, and the illusory images of the Three Mountains and Five Peaks, like shackles, suppressed the ghost general's head.

At this moment, Xiao Ran also recovered, dispersed the Yin Spirit Dharma Form, and another long sword appeared in his hand.

This long sword is shaped like a ruler, and has the six characters "福" (fortune), "禄" (prosperity), "寿" (longevity), "财" (wealth), "运" (luck), and "业" (career) on it.

It was the stolen jade treasure, the Six-Character Measuring Sword.

Xiao Ran activated the sword using a thief.

The Six-Character Measuring Sword flashes with six characters, and the sword body emits a shimmering, strange light.

Privilege 1: Severing Luck

When you launch a "Severing Fortune" attack on a target, you can sever the opponent's own luck-enhancing influence.

Each time a strand of fate is severed, the power of the Six-Character Measuring Sword doubles.

Privilege 2: Heaven's Hatred

When the Six-Character Measuring Sword severs the opponent's six paths of energy, this privilege will be activated, causing the heavens to despise it.

Privilege 3: Land Dispute

When the Six-Character Measuring Sword severs the opponent's six paths of energy, this privilege will be activated, causing the earth to resent it.

Privilege 4: Seize the Fortune

If the opponent is killed, the luck they stole will belong to you!
As expected of a Grade B cursed item, what's rare is that this thing is a perfect match for my profession as a thief.

Xiao Ran held the [Guillotine Blade] in his left hand and the [Six-Character Measuring Sword] in his right.

He leaped forward and rushed in front of the ghost general, raising his broadsword and drawing an arc of profound mystery. A cold wind blew, as if a giant hand was knocking on the ghost general's vital point, causing the fireflies in the ghost general's empty eye sockets to tremble.

At this moment, the knife is the technique, and the technique is the knife.

Realizing the danger, the ghost general shuddered and let out a shrill, inhuman scream. Instantly, tens of thousands of ghost soldiers behind him echoed in unison, and rolling Yin energy quickly gathered above the ghost general's head, transforming into a huge guillotine that slashed down at Xiao Ran.

"Be careful!!"

Everyone immediately reminded Xiao Ran, but Xiao Ran looked up and threw the severed broadsword in her hand.

The broadsword flew through the air, a bright silver light bursting from its blade, slashing directly at the guillotine. With a single sweep, it forcefully severed the connection between the guillotine and the Yin energy.

Without the blessing of the Yin energy, the guillotine vanished instantly.

This is one of the privileges of the [Guillotine Barber], the Blade of Severance.

A spirit blade capable of cutting through misfortune, curses, and other negative influences.

Immediately afterward, Xiao Ran swung his sword at the Ghost General with a backhand motion. Before the sword even arrived, the blade emitted a strong light, slicing off three parts of the Ghost General's own luck.

As his luck was cut off, the ghost general's movements seemed to slow down. This slowness was not physical; it was as if he was bound by something, making his movements no longer as fluid as before.

It was this subtle change that allowed Xiao Ran to seize the opportunity. His figure was like a blur as he raised his hand high above his head. The [Decapitation Blade] that he had just thrown fell straight down and landed right in Xiao Ran's hand. The blade then slashed down on the ghost general.

"cut!!"

"puff!!"

Black blood gushed from the ghost general's neck, revealing a deep wound that exposed bone. However, to Xiao Ran's surprise, the black blood condensed in mid-air into an upside-down "诛" (Zhu) character, which, along with the shrieks of hundreds of infant souls, launched a counterattack!

"retreat!"

Wu Man reached out and grabbed Xiao Ran from a distance, but a suction force pulled Xiao Ran back upside down.

"go with!"

With a sweep of his [Soup Cauldron], the fire from the stove within spilled out like a river, sizzling as it burned the pursuing black blood.

"Sss~~"

At this moment, the warhorse beneath the Ghost General let out a neigh, then carried the Ghost General and forcefully broke through the suppression of the Three Pure Ones Bell, turned around and went back. Before leaving, the Ghost General did not forget to turn back and lock his gaze fiercely on Xiao Ran.

Seeing this, Xiao Ran and Wu Man also retreated back into the city.

"Give!"

After the two landed, Wu Man took out four golden peaches from her spatial storage, one for each of Xiao Ran and the others.

Grade C cursed item; Golden Spring Fruit
No activation is required; after consumption, it can quickly restore the physical and mental energy consumed.

However, symptoms of diabetes may appear in the next few days.

Xiao Ran took the fruit but didn't eat it; he was in good condition and his energy expenditure wasn't too great. Jin Chanzi and Dai Long, on the other hand, stuffed the fruit into their mouths without hesitation.

Whether it was the Five Thunder Orthodox Method or the use of the [Three Pure Bells], the consumption of energy for both of them was considerable.

As for the cost of diabetes, it's actually insignificant; just drink more water.

"This thing is exceptionally difficult to deal with."

Xiao Ran frowned, looking at the ghost general who had retreated back into the Yin soldiers, and couldn't help but feel troubled.

The four of them working together would be enough to kill even a professional.

The ghost general was only slightly injured, and almost used it to injure Xiao Ran in return, which was simply too ferocious.

What's most infuriating is that even though this ghost general is so strong, according to the old demon Qinghao, even if they go to great lengths to kill him, he will quickly revive and become even stronger than before.

If this happens a few more times, the City of All Beings will inevitably be breached sooner or later.

“If all else fails, let’s retreat. I still have enough contributions to redeem Huang Le and the others,” Wu Man said.

He had an astonishing number of contribution points, nearly 50,000.

His high contribution was not only due to his killing of Yang Zuo, the chief priest of the Spirit Cult.

It was because of that meal that the people of half the city found peace, and even if it was only for a short time, the city of all beings rewarded Wu Man with a large amount of contribution.

With these rewards, it wouldn't be difficult for them to get away unscathed.

"Hmm, let's think of another way and try it."

Giving up easily is never Xiao Ran's style. Besides, they can't take all the beginners with them, so a large majority of them will inevitably be forced to stay.

She either wouldn't agree, but once she had agreed, Xiao Ran would never go back on her word.

"Phew... I have an idea!"

At this moment, Liu Mu spoke up. He looked up at the old demon Qing Hai and said to Xiao Ran, "We can't beat them, but there are plenty of people who can. Why don't we invite one of them?"

"Would you like to invite one of them?"

Xiao Ran looked at Liu Mu suspiciously, wondering if this guy was going to take the opportunity to do something funny again.

The old demon Qinghai curled his lip and said, "What nonsense are you talking about? Ask who? Ask the Five Ghost Emperors for help? Not to mention whether he has the face to do so, even if the Five Ghost Emperors wanted to help him, they would never rashly interfere."

"Hmph!!" Six Eyes snorted coldly: "Of course I know all this, but who said that calling for reinforcements means you have to summon them? He can just go to the Underworld to ask for them directly. Don't forget him, he is the Inspector. If he comes to ask for reinforcements in person, who would dare not give him some face?"

As soon as Liu Mu said that, everyone's eyes turned to Xiao Ran.

Their gazes differed; those like Jin Chanzi, who knew Xiao Ran's identity as an inspector, looked on with anticipation.

Wu Man and the others frowned, their faces full of doubt. They had never heard of the profession of Inspector.

"Well... but if I go to the underworld, it will take a lot of time to go there and back. Can you handle it?"

Xiao Ran asked with concern.

But as soon as he finished speaking, Wu Man pouted and immediately became unhappy: "What are you talking about? It's like we can't function without you. Don't worry, we'll keep watch here and hold out for a few days."

"Just go and come back quickly. You should have the means to travel in the underworld, right?"

"Of course there is."

"Then hurry up and go. I estimate that the ghost general will need to recuperate after he goes back. With the few of us working together, we should be able to hold out for about five days."

Jin Chanzi patted his chest and assured Xiao Ran.

"Five days..."

Xiao Ran thought to herself that time flows much faster in the Underworld than outside. Five days outside would take about ten days in the Underworld. If she went and came back quickly, there shouldn't be any major problems.

"Okay, I'll be back as soon as possible."

Thinking of this, Xiao Ran no longer hesitated. This ghost general's abilities were indeed beyond their ability to deal with.

For both public and private reasons, it's time for me to make a trip to the underworld.

Before leaving, Xiao Ran reinforced the curse spell at the East Gate.

This time, Xiao Ran no longer used the bronze bell as a talisman, but instead used the [Six-Character Measuring Sword] as a talisman, hiding it behind the bronze bell.

This six-character measuring sword still carries three-tenths of the luck that killed the ghost general. As long as this guy dares to come, he will definitely suffer a bad fate.

Having made these preparations, Xiao Ran dared not delay any longer. With a thought, a chilling aura emanated from her body.

His skin quickly turned grayish-white, and not a single blood vessel could be seen on his face.

For others, entering the underworld might require some effort.

But for Xiao Ran, it couldn't be simpler.

Among the Zhou family's secret techniques is a method that allows people to easily escape into the underworld.

The only difference is that the Zhou family's method was smuggling, while Xiao Ran's was aboveboard.

Xiao Ran scattered a handful of money as a guide, and at the same time took out a piece of yellow paper. With a thought, the yellow paper transformed into a paper boat in his hand.

With a gentle push from Xiao Ran, the paper boat floated in mid-air and then burst into flames. As wisps of smoke rose, the crowd vaguely saw the shadow of a small boat appearing and disappearing in the smoke.

Xiao Ran leaped into the air, her figure blurring as she went, and in the next moment, she disappeared from everyone's sight along with the small boat...

(End of this chapter)