Chapter 2135

"Why?" Zhu Yanyi asked, following her lead.

"Because you revitalized the entire Elf Clan through your own efforts. This merit cannot be dismissed with mere student points. Therefore, your entry into the Qixia Secret Realm is inevitable.

Moreover, because you helped the Elves, you have accumulated karmic merit. Consequently, your luck is significantly greater than that of ordinary people. It would be unreasonable to deny you entry." Yan Aohan smiled slightly.

"What I want to tell you is this: when you enter the Qixia Secret Realm, do not advance rashly. Instead, take the time to fully comprehend the beauty of every location.

Each stay in the Qixia Secret Realm lasts three months. During this time, you should experience every aspect of its beauty. It may lead to a unique breakthrough for you," Yan Aohan explained.

"Mhm," Zhu Yanyi nodded vigorously. Yan Aohan never deceived her, so she trusted him completely. She agreed without needing further persuasion.

Yan Aohan continued, "Of course, if you encounter something valuable in any secret realm, it is one thing if you do not want it. But if it belongs to you and others try to seize it, you should eliminate them without hesitation. If anyone has objections, let them come to me. I will settle the dispute with them."

Zhu Yanyi found this amusing: "Why do I have the feeling that you hope I will cause trouble using your name?"

"Absolutely. We are husband and wife." Yan Aohan expressed his deep affection while subtly reinforcing his point: "Isn't mine yours? You often say so. Therefore, my name is also yours. Feel free to use my name to deal with people."

"Alright," Zhu Yanyi smiled lightly. In reality, she rarely used Yan Aohan's name to intimidate others, but if the situation demanded it, she did not mind using that method.

"Additionally, remember this: when you reach the Dongxu Realm, the 'Yan Queen' mark on your back will be activated." Yan Aohan paused, deciding it was time to reveal certain truths to Zhu Yanyi.

"Huh?" Zhu Yanyi looked at her in confusion.

Yan Aohan smiled gently: "You don't think the 'Yan Queen' is merely a tattoo, do you?"

"Isn't it?" Zhu Yanyi asked.

"No. The 'Yan Emperor,' which is the Venerable Yanluo tattoo I mentioned earlier, and the 'Yan Queen' constitute the Underworld's First Curse. The 'Yan Emperor' on my body was activated long ago, but it is currently dormant," Yan Aohan explained the true origin of the Venerable Yanluo and Yan Queen marks.

Yan Aohan looked at Zhu Yanyi: "As long as the 'Yan Queen' is not activated, the 'Yan Emperor' can only remain dormant."

"Do these two have any specific functions?" Zhu Yanyi was not foolish. She knew that activatable tattoos must have a significant origin. Since she was unaware of this origin, she asked Yan Aohan.

Yan Aohan smiled: "Naturally, they have an origin. Once both the 'Yan Emperor' and 'Yan Queen' are fully activated, the entire Underworld will be stored within our bodies. In other words, we will truly control the Underworld. It will be absolute control."

"What do you mean?" Zhu Yanyi felt her mind struggling to process this.

Yan Aohan laughed softly: "The Underworld exists to guide the reincarnation of good souls and punish evil ones.

Ordinary people cannot enter the Underworld; only souls can, because it is protected by a special barrier. To put it simply, the Underworld is like a divine artifact. Before the 'Yan Emperor' and 'Yan Queen' are activated, I control the Underworld, but it remains in a separate world. This means I only control its operations.

However, once the 'Yan Emperor' and 'Yan Queen' are activated, the Underworld becomes a master-recognized divine artifact stored within us. We can enter and exit at will. We can destroy the Underworld with a single hand or create a new one. The Underworld will gradually transform into an independent space that satisfies our desires. We will effectively become the creators of the Underworld."

Zhu Yanyi was stunned by Yan Aohan's explanation. She never imagined that two simple tattoos possessed such power.

"These are just two tattoos," Zhu Yanyi said.

"Yes, they are just two tattoos, but only I can tattoo them on you," Yan Aohan smiled.

"Then how did you get the tattoo on your body?" Zhu Yanyi asked casually.

Yan Aohan replied: "I used the Underworld to purify my body, collecting energy from every part to form these patterns, which eventually became the Venerable Yanluo."

Although Yan Aohan spoke lightly, Zhu Yanyi knew this was no easy feat. As his wife, she looked at him with sympathy: "You must have been in great pain at that time."

Yan Aohan smiled: "Actually, without you, my heart had no anchor. The pain of flesh and blood helped me stay清醒 (clear-headed). And meeting you made all that pain worthwhile."

Continuing, Yan Aohan said, "However, whether it is the 'Yan Emperor' or the 'Yan Queen,' activation requires either the agony of skin-peeling and bone-grinding or reaching the Dongxu Realm. I originally intended to tell you, but I have been busy lately and forgot. Now that your cultivation is considerable, it is a good time to explain."

Zhu Yanyi nodded slightly. Although she felt sorry for Yan Aohan, as he said, the past was over. It existed only in memory. "Now that you have told me, I feel more secure."

"However, when the 'Yan Queen' activates upon entering the Dongxu Realm, there will still be some pain. Although not as severe as skin-peeling and bone-grinding, it will be very painful. You should be mentally prepared. It is best to find a place to cultivate in seclusion when entering the Dongxu Realm, so no one discovers it," Yan Aohan said seriously.

"Of course, the best approach is to notify me early. I can come immediately to protect you during your cultivation."

Zhu Yanyi replied, "Although I am currently at the late stage of Huaxu, I have not reached the peak. Therefore, there is still considerable time before I enter the Dongxu Realm. But rest assured, since you have told me, I will be careful.

You forgot that I have a Ruyi Space. Once my heart cultivation successfully enters the Dongxu Realm and I sense the 'Yan Queen' activating, if there is no safe place, I will enter the Ruyi Space directly. This will ensure my safety, so you need not worry."