"What? How could this happen?" Ye Shikai's heart skipped a beat. Tianjing's words were like a death sentence. He hadn't come to the Worm Sect for a vacation; he was here to get the antidote. Time was of the essence. But now, things had turned out this way. If he delayed, the infected would all turn into Mothmen, and all his efforts would be for naught.

"No, I have to get out quickly." Ye Shikai paced back and forth anxiously and opened the wooden door to leave.

"Sorry, the Sect Leader has ordered that you are not allowed to leave." As soon as the door opened, he saw a group of Worm Sect disciples standing outside on guard.

"Move aside, I need to rescue someone," Ye Shikai said impatiently. These disciples were just ordinary cultivators. Wuyan had them guarding him, which was practically pointless. Ye Shikai could escape without much effort.

"The Sect Leader ordered..."

"Forget your Sect Leader; she's a lunatic."

"What did you say, you brat? How dare you insult the Sect Leader?" One disciple got angry upon hearing Ye Shikai's words, gripping his sword hilt tightly, ready to draw it.

"Are you all stubborn? I said I need to go out and save someone. Are you moving or not?" Ye Shikai was forced by the situation. Since these disciples weren't moving, he would have to force his way through.

"You still want to force your way?"

"Of course, I have to if you're not letting me out." Ye Shikai realized they had no intention of giving way and decided to break through with force. He couldn't let himself be trapped here. The disciples also sensed Ye Shikai's intent and drew their swords, forming a defensive formation.

"You really won't let me through?" Ye Shikai issued his final ultimatum.

"The Sect Leader's orders cannot be disobeyed."

"Then don't blame me for being ruthless." As soon as Ye Shikai finished speaking, his body vanished instantly. Known for his speed, the Netherworld King could break through their defense in the blink of an eye. But Ye Shikai seemed to have underestimated these Worm Sect disciples.

"Defend," one disciple shouted, and the others immediately spread out, sealing all the exits of the courtyard. Ye Shikai leapt up, trying to jump over the stone wall, but was blocked by the disciples who anticipated his move.

"Move," Ye Shikai said, drawing a metal sword from his Storage Ring. Meanwhile, several Worm Sect disciples rushed over and surrounded him, exchanging looks before collectively thrusting their swords at him.

Bang, bang, bang.

Ye Shikai swung his sword forcefully, slicing the disciples' swords in half with a single strike. They stared in shock at the sword hilts in their hands, the blades lying on the ground. The metal sword was made of a special alloy by Ghost, so even a hydraulic press and shredder couldn't handle it, let alone ordinary longswords. Without weapons, they couldn't stop him. After all, Ye Shikai wouldn't harm the Worm Sect disciples.

"Move, I'm going to find your Sect Leader. Don't worry; I'm not going to kill her. I just need to talk to her. If you're worried, you can come with me." Ye Shikai sheathed his sword and spoke calmly. He tried to keep his tone mild to avoid direct conflict with the Worm Sect.

The disciples exchanged glances. Although Ye Shikai could easily take them out, he didn't, which made them start to believe him. Besides, they had to believe him now; they were like fish on a chopping block, powerless to resist.

"Alright, we'll trust you this time. Don't you want to see the Sect Leader? We'll take you to her," a female disciple stepped forward and said to Ye Shikai.

"Alright, please lead the way," Ye Shikai nodded.

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"Didn't I tell you to keep him under watch? Why did you bring him here?" The disciples led Ye Shikai to the Worm Sect's alchemy base, where Wuyan was concocting pills. When she saw Ye Shikai, she wasn't overly shocked; instead, she was full of irritation and directed her frustration at the disciples beside her.

"Reporting to the Sect Leader... it was him... he insisted on coming," a disciple stammered, perhaps scared by Wuyan's anger.

"All of you, get out," Wuyan snorted coldly, angrily rebuking them.

"Yes, Sect Leader."

"Why are you here?" After the disciples left, Wuyan turned around and asked coldly.

"I want to talk to you," Ye Shikai stepped forward and said. "Someone from Yanjing just notified me that those infected are in a bad condition. I must bring the antidote back quickly."

"You still have a phone. Hand it over," Wuyan's expression turned serious, extending her hand expectantly.

"Can we not talk about this now?" Ye Shikai said with a hint of frustration. "You're a Sect Leader, aren't you? Could you stop being so childish for a moment? Give me the antidote first. I swear I'll come back and explain everything after I save the people." Ye Shikai's tone was almost pleading.

"First of all, yes, I'm the Worm Sect Leader, but I'm not a Buddha. I can't save everyone. Aren't you the Netherworld King? Why don't you donate all the Netherworld Palace's assets to charity? Secondly, as I just mentioned, the Worm Sect's principle is..."

Save one, kill one.

"Why are you so unreasonable? If I could save those people, I'd be willing to pay any price," Ye Shikai continued. "So many innocent people, can you really bear to watch them turn into monsters?"

To be honest, Ye Shikai was curious. This was the Worm Sect's alchemy base, so why hadn't he seen Dugu Tianke?

"Of course I can; did you just meet me today? If I were so compassionate, why would I have a Worm Sect? I'd just open a shrine," Wuyan said coldly, showing no intention of compromising.

"So what exactly do you want?" Ye Shikai was worried that Wuyan was still holding a grudge over the earlier "misunderstanding."

"Wait, let me ask you first," Wuyan suddenly interrupted. "Have you thought about the marriage proposal?"

"I thought it was just a joke. Are you serious?" Ye Shikai's heart sank. This woman didn't seem to make empty threats. If she said she wanted to marry, she meant it.

"Of course. It's the Worm Sect's rule, and every disciple knows it," Wuyan's tone turned serious. "If you're not willing to vow to marry me, don't even think about leaving."

"Ha, Wuyan, do you really think the Worm Sect can keep me here?" Ye Shikai sneered. He was now prepared and had his phone, ready to call for backup at any time.

"Of course, you can leave. I'll see you out with open arms. But as for the antidote... forget about it."

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