After Xi Yu’s death, he arrived at the Gates of the Underworld.
The staff of the Underworld told him: [Solve mundane issues in the human world, earn virtue, and we’ll grant you power.]
In essence: Work hard, not only will you survive, but we’ll also ensure you ascend to the heavens.
In his past life, Xi Yu was betrayed by his brother, who stole his divine status, destroyed his kingdom, massacred his people, seized his powers, and ultimately sabotaged his second chance at ascension, driving him to utter ruin.
Xi Yu readily agreed.
