The Aloof Lord's Mysterious Wife
Chapter 612: Well, Let’s Just Call Him Skeleton Head

Chapter 612: Well, Let’s Just Call Him Skeleton Head

That voice likely echoed throughout the Nether World, stirring up a whirlwind. Within moments, a large and a small figure appeared before the Nether Sect. Despite its vastness, they managed to push past the ghost envoy, nearly coming to blows over who could get closer to Nanli.

Xie Beihan was stunned by Nanli’s popularity, unaware of just how beloved she was. Meanwhile, Ye Siheng’s expression darkened as he asked, "A’Li, why is there another little brat?"

One Qiu Hai was already a headache for him, but the new arrival—a girl—wasn’t much trouble.

"This is Granny Meng," Nanli explained. "She’s quite huggable."

At her words, Ye Siheng paused and stepped closer, gently wrapping his arm around her waist. He then lifted his chin slightly, adopting a smug demeanor.

Both Qiu Hai and Granny Meng, who had been jostling for position, froze in their tracks, glaring at Ye Siheng. They were envious but powerless to act since they couldn’t leave the Nether World!

Meanwhile, Granny Meng cleverly pulled out a thick notebook. "Ancestor, we’ve compiled the writings from the Penglai Island cultivators..."

Qiu Hai kicked her lightly, eager for her to continue.

Granny Meng glared at him before resignedly saying, "We’ve screened the reports and compiled them into a book, hoping it will be of help to you, Ancestor."

Qiu Hai felt somewhat satisfied at her use of "we."

"That was quick," Nanli remarked, pleased as she took the book and flipped through a few pages. Besides the details about Penglai Island, there were mentions of other sects and their cultivation techniques. While she might not practice them, knowing about Penglai Island’s methods could only be beneficial.

"Thank you for your hard work," she smiled at them.

"No need to thank us for serving you; it’s our honor," Qiu Hai replied, yet his eyes eagerly followed her movements.

Granny Meng’s eyes widened, and she craned her neck in anticipation. It was an unsettling sight for Fan Yunxi, who hurriedly closed her eyes, not daring to watch.

At that moment, Nanli revealed a set of deep red robes, embroidered with gold thread. Under the dim light, the robes shimmered, exuding an aura of elegance.

Qiu Hai squealed in excitement, "Beautiful! Magnificent! Perfect for me!" He swiftly changed into the robes, spinning around in delight.

"Granny Meng, look how good I look! Only someone with our relationship could wear this..."

Before he could finish, Nanli pulled out several vibrant outfits, saying, "Granny Meng, these are for you."

Granny Meng stared at Nanli, her eyes brimming with tears. "Thank you... Ancestor."

In her earlier days, she would always bring something back for them when she returned to the Nether World. Even without her past memories, she remained so kind.

Nanli also produced a wooden box, opening it to reveal hair ornaments—hairbands and hairpins. Granny Meng’s emotions overflowed as she stammered, "Ancestor..."

Qiu Hai, filled with jealousy, complained, "Why do I only get a robe? No hair accessories? Ancestor, given our relationship, you could’ve at least given me a waist pendant!"

Feeling guilty, Nanli replied, "Your robe is already stunning; adding anything else would clutter your natural beauty."

Qiu Hai beamed, clearly pleased. "Exactly! I was born handsome; I can’t let these mundane items overshadow my charm."

If it were any other time, Granny Meng would have mocked him, but she was too touched to pay him any mind. She glanced around, suddenly recognizing the place.

"This place looks familiar..."

Nanli remembered the ghost’s words and asked, "Could this be your old territory?"

Granny Meng nodded after checking a few other locations. "Yes, I once occupied this area. Although it’s changed significantly over the millennia, this temple still bears some resemblance."

Nanli recounted the story about the ghostly figure.

Granny Meng pondered, "The one with the skull? I seem to remember... He used to call me king. What was his name... hmm..."

After a moment, she shrugged, "Forget it; let’s just call him Skeleton Head!"

Qiu Hai looked at her with disdain. "You’re such a simpleton. When you left this place, you should have devoured all the yin energy and ghostly aura here so these small fries wouldn’t have had the chance to cause trouble. Look now, you’ve created a mess for the Ancestor!"

Granny Meng fiddled with her fingers, feeling guilty. "I was in a hurry to follow my brother and forgot. I’m sorry, Ancestor."

Nanli sighed, "It’s fate; it’s not your fault."

Granny Meng turned to Xie Beihan, "Did he come to the Nether World? Ancestor, if you still wish for a chance to reunite, I can only give him half a bowl of Soup of Oblivion. That way, when he reincarnates, you might meet again."

Xie Beihan quickly floated closer. "Granny Meng, that’s a small matter. I just want to know who will be my child in the next life. If I could meet them in the reincarnation process, I would have no regrets!"

Qiu Hai rolled his eyes. "You’re asking the wrong person; that’s my responsibility."

Xie Beihan leaned in again. "Hell Lord, I’m begging you!"

Qiu Hai crossed his arms, grinning. "Even if you beg, it won’t help; that’s a secret!"

Xie Beihan wanted to fight him, but he was merely a small ghost. The overwhelming aura from Hell Lord was enough to intimidate him.

Ye Siheng suddenly interjected, "A’Li, you managed to keep Xuanyuan Lan on the surface for a while. It shouldn’t be too hard to give Beihan a body as well, right?"

Seeing him grow up, Ye Siheng couldn’t harden his heart.

The Xie family had been used by Yao Sheng, negatively impacting future generations; it was a tragic situation.

"What?!" Xie Beihan exclaimed, both surprised and delighted. "Is that true? Can I stay a little longer?!"

Fan Yunxi, equally astonished, asked, "The Ninth Princess, if the Marquis can stay for even half a month... no, a month would be perfect! I’ll remember this kindness forever!"

Nanli nodded, "That is possible, after all, once a soul reaches the Nether World, they have to queue for reincarnation, right?"