Chapter 690

Whoosh! Hells Records appeared no different from a black hole, engulfing the golden light with great speed. Qin Ye watched on in amazement, at least until he discovered that

The merit numbers on Hells Records were also soaring!

Just then, a voice echoed in his mind.

First instance of thwarting an incident that could potentially unsettle the balance of international powers since the founding of the new Hell. Merit points: +500,000.

First instance of recovering sovereign territory since the founding of the new Hell. Merit points: +4,000,000.

Confronting a Yama-King as an Abyssal Prefect and making him dance in the palm of your hands. Merit points: +200,000.

Establishing a channel of commerce, resolving an international dispute, and establishing the first comprehensive international trade agreement through both land and sea. Merit points: +500,000.

The list went on. Dozens of seconds later, he turned his attention back to Hells Record, only to discover the merit points now reflected: 15,220,000 / 150,000,000.

Ive gained 8 million more merit points!

Very good Im now approximately a tenth of the way there

He blinked and rubbed his chin pensively.

Doesnt that mean that participating in international affairs gets me even more merit points than if I continued to only deal with domestic affairs?

Then, what will the unification of Hell count for? Would I be able to bridge the gap and become a Yama-King immediately?

However, he knew that this wasnt the time to be considering such matters. The golden light had vanished completely, and Hells Records had finally snapped shut and entered his chest once more.

Simultaneously, the ethereal projection of Tengri in the skies shattered completely. However, this wasnt the end. The remaining clouds of Yin energy around the Tengri projection suddenly stirred into action, converging rapidly where the Tengri projection had just been located. Then, 10 minutes later, another massive statue appeared once again in place of the Tengri projection.

BOOM!!! As soon as it did, there was a great eruption in the sky, and shockwaves visible to the naked eye immediately rippled across the lands. At once, the entire skies cleared up of all clouds and mist, and the only thing that remained standing was the majestic, colossal statue that stood in the vault of the skies. It was a spectacular sight!

Is that me? Qin Ye stared in amazement at the spectacle. The Harken responded, Thats right

Youve taken back the Mongol Empire and extinguished the system of divinity and faith here. Moving forward, few would believe in Tengrism, and all that remains of their faith would soon collapse completely, thereby becoming a thing of the past. It is regrettable that Tengrism just wasnt strong enough. If it had been one of the three systems of mythology of the New World that had been extinguished like this, it would immediately make waves throughout the entire netherworld.

After some time, the Harken jumped onto Qin Yes shoulders and patted the back of Qin Yes head with his tail, Well done. From now on, the Yamas of the Ten Palaces would become the gods of the Mongol Empire.

From now on, only Hell is qualified to reap the souls generated in these lands, and only Hell is qualified to set up a forward base to receive the souls of the dead here in the Mongol Underworld. The stories of Hell, and the mentions of your name, will soon emerge across the historical artifacts here, as well as in their records, and in other means through which their citizens can understand.

The poetry, songs and plays will soon lean closer towards the legends told in Hell. The evil ghosts and spirits here will soon develop the same habits as those often seen in Hell. For instance, if one dies in red garments, he would die bearing great resentment. For further instance, the demonic hour and the witching hour would also form part of the supernatural beliefs here in the Mongol Empire

Everything that happened in the netherworld would affect the mortal realm. You should be proud of yourself, truly.

Youve done what the mortal realm has been unable to achieve for centuries on end, and that is to reopen discussions on territorial grounds and regain sovereignty over a lost land. The weight of these actions is probably second only to the First King Yanluos achievement of unifying and founding Hell.

It looks like the Second King Yanluos efforts havent been in vain The Harken gazed deep into the skies - Second King Yanluo, Im not sure where you might be gambling away your wealth right now, but do you see this? Your gamble has paid off.

Your successor seems to be doing great.

At least, hes doing far better than expected. Im slowly gaining confidence in Hells future

Black Mamba was unaware of the contemplations of the Harkens heart.

He was simply staring at the vault of the skies in great consternation. Furthermore, the Harken had spoken with an incredibly soft voice that couldnt be heard by Black Mamba at all. That said, Black Mamba had his own thoughts of what was happening right now.

This is the statue of Prefect Qin

Doesnt that mean that hes essentially gained the approval of the Heavenly Dao?

Why else would his statue appear?

This must be a confirmation that hes getting infinitely close to the position as the successor to the throne!

No! Im afraid he probably hadnt been completely forthcoming with the truth. He wasn't simply lagging behind the prevailing leader by a single test. Hes probably also one of the strongest contenders for that supreme position in Hell!

100 more years Perhaps we might really come face to face with him on the international arena in a completely different capacity in 100 years time!

The mere thought of such prospects caused Black Mambas heart to skip a beat.

Why did he agree to help Prefect Qin in the first place?

It was precisely because he was looking to draw close to Hell in Hells greatest time of need!

It seems like Ill need to put in extra effort at this rate

Qin Ye continued staring blankly at the sky for some time, before finally retracting his gaze and picking up the Harken, Lets go.

Then, he turned to Black Mamba and nodded briefly, I will remember how youve treated us with kindness this time.

Unfortunately, there are still a number of loose ends to tie up, and its not convenient for Hell to have guests right now. Well make up for this toast some time in the near future.

With that, he turned to leave. But, just then, he heard Black Mamba cough lightly from behind, Prefect Qin

Qin Ye stopped immediately. For some strange reason, he could sense a trace of flattery in Black Mambas voice. Was it all an illusion?

It seems that I might have made a mistake here. Black Mamba smiled warmly, The list that Id handed to you earlier is only the first edition. This is something that Ive just noticed. Lets do it this way. As soon as I return to my underworld, Ill have someone send up the second edition to Hell.

Very well Qin Ye frowned softly - How can you make a mistake with something so important? How could you be a chieftain like this?

See you then. Black Mamba heaved a sigh of relief as he received the first-edition list and bowed respectfully. But this time, it was clear that he wasnt only bowing to the Harken, but also Qin Ye.

The next time we meet, I sincerely hope that you would already be seated high on that throne.

With that, he transformed into the cloud of Yin energy and vanished without a trace.

Its finally over

Qin Ye rubbed his temples and heaved a sigh of relief. Likewise, he, too, vanished without a trace.

Now, theres just one final thing to deal with.

Ill resolve this, return to Hell, rally the forces, and then begin our march for unification of Hell!

Its almost time to sound the war horns!

Extraordinary mirage! Qin Ye read aloud the news headline on his cellphone that was reporting specifically on the bizarre celestial phenomenon seen right above Khuree.

There were a dozen or so photographs appended to the article.

Over the last few days, the celestial spectacle witnessed in Khuree had sent ripples across the mortal realm. Not only did it stir the hearts of astronomers and other enthusiasts within the Mongol Empire, the fever and passion of such sightings even spread throughout Cathay! Most of the comments were to the tune of Amazing! Is this a celestial phenomenon, or a sign of change for Earth? Manifestation of Buddha? What could have triggered something like that? A once-in-a-century spectacle has descended upon the lands of Cathay!

Naturally, there were also a number of comments that sought to ride the viral post to promote their own agendas.

A man spoke just as Qin Ye switched off his phone. It was an old man dressed in traditional Mongolian garments. He stood right before Qin Ye and explained in broken Cathayan, Sir, were here.

Qin Ye nodded as he surveyed his surroundings.

They were in the wilderness. The Gobi Desert to be more precise. It was aptly named the Gobi Altai Province for the Altai Mountains that bound the desert within. They were currently located at a frontier town within the Gobi Altai Province, and it wasnt even close to any roads around.

There was an ancient city wall located right before him that appeared to have been standing for centuries on end. Unfortunately, the walls also appeared to have been weathered greatly by the elements, and only approximately 200 meters of it remained. From the remnants, one could vaguely make out that the walls once used to be square in shape. Furthermore, Qin Ye could vaguely make out where the city gates would once have been located.

A squarish stone abutment lay beyond the ruins of these walls. Apart from that, there was nothing else.

Qin Ye tipped the guide with 200 RMB and sent him off, before squatting down and feeling the ground inch by inch.

Actually, theres no need. The Harken climbed onto Qin Yes back and peered over his shoulders, If this is really Genghis Khans Tomb, it would be fraught with dangers, and theres no need to be wasting our time over here. Moreover, the nameless god of death was likely merely casting a bait. There isnt sufficient evidence to go on. Whats most important is still in the hands of the Argosian Underworld.

I know. Qin Ye touched the surface of the ground with his slender fingers, before frowning slightly, Historically, the tomb of the emperor of the Yuan Dynasty has never been discovered. But this has all got to do with their customs. According to Mongol customs, they would hollow out incense wood in the shape of a human being, and then close it up, wrap everything with gold inlaid with gemstones and jade three times around. Then, they would bury it in the ground and trample the ground flat with horses and camels, before sprinkling horses blood all over it. One year later, the grass would sprout up and grow all around it, and nobody would be able to tell where exactly the tomb is located.

He sighed softly and got up to his feet, I cant feel it, but the Russian Underworlds records points us to this exact location.

Zhenhai City.

A military stronghold of the Yuan Dynasty in the 13th century. It was a city that had existed over 700 years ago, and according to the archaeologists and written records, this was a city that was constructed by Genghis Khan himself.

The Harken leapt down and began to sniff as it walked along the ground, But what youre describing is only true of Mongol nobility. Nobody even knows what the tomb of a Mongol emperor looks like. And to that end, the Russian Underworld is even less likely to know about these things than we are. After all, the records of the Yuan Dynasty are rather lacking, and even the scholars arent able to agree on certain things such as the official burial requirements of the time. My guess is that they might well have found something, but its nothing more than a high spec tomb that is different from others.

This is why Im here to take a closer look. Qin Ye took off his sunglasses, If its nothing, then we wont investigate any further. This is on the way back anyway.

The Harken fell deep into thought.

Isnt this just a pretext for you to evade your official duties back in Hell? Arent you just trying to take a few days off to revel in your private leisure?

Do I need to tie you up to your desk before youll finally embrace the mountain of work thats waiting for you back in Hell? Yes that seems like a feasible idea!

Strange I dont detect any Yin energy at all. The Harken looked up in bewilderment after several minutes, This shouldnt be the case. If Genghis Khans soul is located here, then no matter how discreet it is, we should still be able to sense something. Its a pity that the investigation records were taken away by Aristotle. Im afraid that its currently still with him in the Alkebulan Underworlds right now.

Then, lets wait. Qin Ye entered the car that they had hired nearby, Didnt we learn that midnight is when the barrier between the mortal realm and the netherworld is the weakest? Thats no more than a few hours away.

Time flew by in the blink of an eye, and the cellphone was the best source of a time sink during this period of time. Thus, when the Harken finally switched off Qin Yes phone, he immediately revealed an expression of great displeasure.

Its been no more than a few hours!

Cant you let a Yama-King enjoy his phone time?

If youre going to be such a downer, how am I supposed to find the motivation and energy to complete the rest of my tasks!

Its begun. The Harken couldnt be bothered with Qin Yes childish response, and it simply raised its chin to the ancient ruins. Qin Ye glanced over once, and his expressions turned somber.

The moonlight shone down like a veil of light, washing over the Gobi and bringing an eerie sense of stillness and sobriety to these ruins of over 700 years.

Then, right under the baptism of moonlight, the bricks on the central abutment actually began to emit a hint of pitch-black lustre!

Yin energy? Qin Yes eyes glistened, and he immediately got out of his car once more, But, how is that possible? Ive tried touching it during the day. Even if the sun is at its peak, its still impossible not to have sensed anything

Its not just Yin energy Just then, the Harken raised its paw and held Qin Ye back, Stay back.

Qin Ye sensibly kept his distance from the danger.

At the very least, he knew full well that anything that could stir the Harkens vigilance was something that he couldnt afford to contend with.

Id never expected to see something like this here The Harken remarked as it circled around the stone platform several times. Then, it sighed softly, Hey, kiddo, do you know what this is?

Then, without waiting for Qin Yes response, it continued, Emblem of the Sixfold Ghost Kings This bears the mark of the Sixfold Ghost Kings, etched with Yin Talismans drawn up by a Yama-class existence.