All Realms and Worlds: The Lost Home

The cloud chariot moved slowly forward, passing through magnificent palaces and flying towards the Netherworld Palace of Emperor Mingluo.

Along the way, many celestial officials stopped to pay their respects, their gazes lingering on Shi Si.

His gaze was complex, containing awe, curiosity, inquiry, and a hint of barely perceptible hostility.

Shi Si maintained a calm expression and nodded slightly in acknowledgment.

There were no unnecessary actions or words.

He perfectly embodies the role of a mediocre, low-key, and reserved Son of the Underworld.

Just then, a golden figure suddenly flew down from the nearby pavilion.

It landed in front of the cloud chariot, blocking its path.

The man was dressed in a golden imperial robe, with a majestic face, and surrounded by a powerful golden aura.

The aura was vast and powerful; it was none other than Gouchen Emperor, one of the four great emperors of the Heavenly Palace.

Emperor Gouchen raised his eyes and his gaze fell on Emperor Mingluo.

With a fake smile on his face and a gentle tone, he said, "Emperor Mingluo, it's been a long time."

"Your unauthorized deployment of troops to Earth has caused considerable dissatisfaction among the celestial officials."

"I was just looking for someone to discuss this with, but I didn't expect to run into you here."

His gaze immediately fell on Shi Si, a hint of inquiry flashing in his eyes.

With a slight twitch of his fingertips, a faint golden light quietly reached out towards Shi Si.

They wanted to test Shi Si's strength.

"This must be Shi Si, the son of Emperor Mingluo?"

"I have long admired your name. I heard that you recently awakened your divine veins and your strength has greatly increased. Meeting you today, I can confirm that you are indeed extraordinary."

Shi Si felt a chill run down his spine, realizing that Emperor Gouchen was testing his strength.

He subtly concealed his aura, allowing the golden light to fall upon him.

His body was surrounded only by the aura of a Great Luo Golden Immortal, without the slightest fluctuation.

It was as if he were truly just a newly awakened imperial prince, completely unaware of Emperor Gouchen's probing.

The Dark Emperor's eyes darkened, and with a wave of his hand, a dark spiritual light quietly blocked the golden spiritual light of the Gouchen Emperor.

His tone was flat, with a hint of barely perceptible aloofness: "Emperor Gouchen, my son, you need not trouble yourself with him."

"As for sending troops to Earth, I have already spoken about it."

"Protect my son, guard all the heavens and myriad realms, without consulting anyone or explaining to anyone."

The smile on Gouchen Emperor's face froze for a moment, then he resumed his hypocritical demeanor.

He waved his hand gently: "You flatter me, Emperor Mingluo. I was just concerned about your strength, young master."

"After all, the young master is the son of Emperor Mingluo, and he will surely become a pillar of the Heavenly Palace in the future."

He paused, his gaze falling on Shi Si again, his tone tinged with a hint of probing.

"I've heard that your strength has increased by leaps and bounds since you awakened your divine veins. May I ask what realm you have reached now?"

"If you don't mind, young master, why don't you have a spar with one of my generals?"

"It will also allow us to witness the young master's demeanor."

These words, seemingly meant as a friendly exchange, were actually a deliberate provocation, intended to force Shi Si to reveal his true strength.

If Shi Si agrees to spar, and reveals his strength that is about to break through the barrier, it will inevitably arouse Gou Chen's fear and covetousness.

If Shi Si refuses, Gou Chen will seize on this as leverage, saying that he is mediocre and unworthy of his reputation.

They might even secretly spread rumors to undermine Mingluo's prestige in the Heavenly Palace.

Shi Si understood Gou Chen's thoughts, and he slightly raised his head.

A slightly shy smile appeared on his face, and he said humbly, "Thank you for your kind words, Emperor Gouchen."

"This junior has only just awakened his divine veins, and his strength is still shallow, only at the level of a Great Luo Golden Immortal."

"I really dare not spar with the generals under the Emperor's command, for fear of making a fool of myself. Please forgive me, Your Majesty."

As he spoke, he bowed slightly, his posture humble and without any hint of arrogance.

He perfectly portrayed a mediocre, low-key, and reserved young man.

At the same time, he secretly gripped the black longsword with his fingertips, remaining vigilant in his heart.

If Gouchen continues to press him, he will have no choice but to use his strength as a Great Luo Golden Immortal to barely cope.

Under no circumstances should their true cultivation level at the ninth level within the realm be revealed.

Looking at Shi Si's humble demeanor, a hint of doubt flashed in Emperor Gouchen's eyes.

There was also a hint of barely perceptible disappointment.

This was far from what he had expected.

But he wasn't entirely convinced, still testing the waters: "Young master is too modest."

"A Great Luo Golden Immortal is already quite good for a cultivator who has just awakened their divine veins."

"Since you are unwilling to spar, I will not force you."

"If you have time in the future, young master, you are welcome to visit my residence more often."

"I should communicate with my generals to improve my own strength."

"Thank you for your kindness, Emperor Gouchen. I will remember it." Shi Si nodded slightly, still maintaining a humble attitude.

The Underworld Emperor looked at Gouchen's hypocritical appearance, a hint of mockery flashing in his eyes.

His tone was icy: "Emperor Gouchen, if there is nothing else, I will take my son back to the Netherworld Palace first."

"I'm not going to chat with you anymore."

Emperor Gouchen nodded slightly, his face still bearing a fake smile: "Alright, Emperor Mingluo, please proceed."

"I won't bother you any longer."

Having said that, he flashed and transformed into a golden afterimage, disappearing from the jade tower.

Before leaving, his gaze lingered on Shi Si for a moment longer.

A hint of resentment and doubt flashed in his eyes; clearly, he still didn't fully believe in Shi Si's strength.

The cloud carriage continued forward, and Shi Si slowly loosened his grip on the long sword, his palms already covered in cold sweat.

The probing just now, though seemingly calm, was actually extremely dangerous.

The slightest misstep could expose one's true strength and plunge one into utter ruin.

He took a deep breath, suppressing the turmoil in his heart.

The determination in his eyes grew stronger—he knew that there would be many more such tests in the days to come.

He must learn to get used to it and learn to be patient.

Learn to protect yourself in times of trial and crisis.

"Well done." Emperor Mingluo looked at Shi Si with his eyes full of approval.

"You handled Gou Chen's probing just now very well, neither revealing your strength nor giving him any leverage."

"He didn't notice anything unusual."

Shi Si nodded slightly, his tone firm: "Father, this is what I should do."

"I know that Gou Chen doesn't completely trust me, and he will definitely test me again in the future."

"I will be more careful and never reveal my true strength."

"Hmm." Emperor Mingluo nodded slightly, his expression turning solemn once more.

"Gouchen is just the beginning. Next, Empress Houtu will surely find an opportunity to test you as well."

"They might even try to harm you secretly."

Shi Si raised his eyes and looked behind the cloud carriage.

Sure enough, the purple palanquin was seen following closely behind.

Although they were far away, they could clearly feel the gaze hidden inside the palanquin.

They stared intently at them, with a mixture of curiosity and wariness.

"Zi Yuyan has been following us. What exactly does she want?" Shi Si asked in a deep voice.

"On one hand, she was looking for Pei Shaoyu, and on the other hand, she might also be trying to find out the movements of Gouchen and Houtu."

The Underworld Emperor slowly said, "And your strength as well."

"Although Zi Yuyan has a cold and aloof personality, she can still distinguish right from wrong."

"She may not agree with our approach, but she will never stand by and watch the Heavenly Palace fall into the hands of the Origin Realm."

"Watching Gouchen and Houtu betray the Heavenly Palace."

"However, her stance is too wavering. We cannot fully trust her, nor can we easily become her enemy."

Shi Si nodded slowly, having already made up his mind.

He knew that the four emperors in the Heavenly Palace each had their own agendas.

Gouchen and Houtu colluded with the Origin Realm and were their mortal enemies.

Zi Yuyan's wavering stance presents her as both a potential threat and a potential ally.

Only he, his father, and his mother truly wanted to protect the Heavenly Palace and all the myriad realms.

The one who broke the shackles of the Source Realm.

The cloud chariot soon arrived at the Netherworld Palace.

The Netherworld Palace is magnificent and grand, carved entirely from black jade.

Above the palace roof, dragon patterns entwine, and a dark spiritual light swirls around.

Compared to other palaces in the Heavenly Palace, it exudes a more domineering and majestic aura, but also a more aloof and lonely feel.

As the two entered the Netherworld Palace, the attendants bowed and greeted them, saying, "Greetings, Emperor Mingluo! Greetings, Young Lord!"

Emperor Mingluo nodded slightly: "No need for formalities, you may all leave."

"No one may enter the main hall without my order."

"Yes!" the servants replied in unison, bowing and retreating.

Inside the main hall, only Shi Si and Emperor Mingluo remained.

Emperor Mingluo walked to the main seat in the hall and slowly sat down.

With a wave of his hand, a dark spiritual light once again formed a barrier, completely isolating the entire hall.

His tone was serious: "Shi Si, even back in the Netherworld Palace, you cannot let your guard down."

"There are also spies of Gouchen and Houtu in the Netherworld Palace."

"They will secretly monitor your every move and test your strength."

"I understand, Father." Shi Si nodded slightly, walked to the center of the hall, and bowed as he spoke.

"I will always conceal my strength and observe from the shadows."

Emperor Mingluo looked at Shi Si with eyes full of satisfaction: "Good, I am very pleased that you have such thoughts."

"Remember, hiding your strength is not for escaping, but for a better counterattack."

"The current forbearance is for the sake of being able to eliminate all internal traitors with lightning speed in the future."

"Break the shackles of the Origin Realm, and let Gouchen, Houtu, and those scum who collude with the Origin Realm..."

"Pay the price you deserve!"

Shi Si gripped the black longsword tightly in his hand, a sharp glint flashing in his eyes.

His tone was firm: "Father, rest assured, I will definitely not let you down!"

"When I find the right opportunity, I will definitely reveal my true strength."

"Those who despise me, covet me, and want to harm those around me will pay a terrible price!"

"I want them to know that I, Shi Si, am not only the son of the Underworld Emperor."

"Furthermore, they are powerful beings capable of breaking through the shackles of the Origin Realm and protecting all the heavens and myriad worlds!"

His voice, firm and powerful, echoed throughout the entire hall.

It carries an unquestionable determination and domineering aura.

At this moment, he was no longer the confused child who needed his father to remind him of everything.

He has grown into a strong person who is responsible, strategic, patient, and capable of explosive power.

His growth trajectory was on full display at this moment.

Emperor Mingluo looked at Shi Si, his eyes filled with pride, and nodded slightly: "Good! As expected of my son, Mingluo!"

"Don't worry, your father will always stand behind you and be your strongest support."

"My son and I, together with your mother, will surely be able to eliminate the traitor within the Heavenly Palace."

"Break free from the shackles of the Origin Realm and change the destiny of your past life."

"Protect everything we cherish!"