Chapter 1592: Li Tianji Puts His Chips On the Table

Li Luo waited for a day for the two remaining Lineage Chiefs of the Bloodline of Heavenly Emperor Li who had been stationed elsewhere.

Dragon's Horn Lineage, Li Jinjiao.

Dragon's Bone Lineage, Li Xuanwu.

When the Lineage Chiefs arrived, Tantai Lan first had them inspect the "Life Force Fruit" to confirmethat there was nothing wrong with it. Afterwards, she fused it with the Heavenly Thunder Bamboo, which underwent a clear change. The golden thunder that flickered on its surface began to grow much more explosive and majestic. At the same time, the dragon egg in the depths of the thunder sea began to manifest thunder runes on its surface. The aura within turned very imposing as a result. That said, it would still be a long time before the rebirth was complete.

After settling the issue with the Heavenly Thunder Bamboo, Tantai Lan took the opportunity whilst all five Lineage Chiefs were around to discuss Li Luo's plans to return to the East Divine Continent's Xia Kingdom.

"Li Luo wants to return to the Xia Kingdom?" Li Xuanwu frowned.

"Can we stop him from going? The East Divine Continent is far outside of the Bloodline of Heavenly Emperor Li's influence. Li Luo and Jiang Qing'e have revealed that they possess the Absolute Resonance Seed and the Genesis Seed—what if something goes wrong?"

Li Qingying and Li Jinjiao both nodded in agreement.

Li Jinjiao then said with a heavy tone, "Many Genesis Seeds have appeared throughout history, and not all of them were able to reach maturity before dying. You should instead cultivate within the Bloodline of Heavenly Emperor Li. We'll provide the best cultivation resources and conditions to facilitate it. At the very least, we should wait until you become true Transcendent Dukes."

The Absolute Resonance Seed and the Genesis Seed were rarely seen talents in the world. Even the Sacred Seeds of the Heavenly Emperor powers were a step below. They had never expected two such seeds to appear within their bloodline. Thus, they had to do everything they could to protect the duo.

Li Luo helplessly replied, "Thank you, elders, for your concern. However, this is a responsibility I cannot avoid. One has to undergo many trials and tribulations before reaching the Heavenly Emperor Stage, or one's talent will never flourish. If we are constantly being sheltered, then we might end up squandering this talent."

Several Lineage Chiefs fell silent for a moment before nodding in agreement. Li Luo's words were logical, and no one had reached the Heavenly Emperors Stage by staying in a cage their whole life.

"Can we dispatch a Lineage Chief to the Xia Kingdom on your behalf?" Li Tianji asked.

Li Luo shook his head. "A single Lineage Chief might not be able to resolve the Xia Kingdom's problems. Other Kings have appeared, and from what I understand, there are four of them."

Li Tianji fell silent and began to consider his options, then he helplessly glanced at Tantai Lan. "Lineage Chief Tantai, what do you plan to do?"

"Little Luo and Qing'e will definitely return to the Xia Kingdom. This is a responsibility they have to bear. I had originally planned to accompany them myself, but with the Beast Fetus here, all our efforts will go to waste if I leave. If it escapes, it will be a complete disaster," Tantai Lan responded.

"We definitely need you here!" Li Tianji hurriedly added.

Tantai Lan had created the Myriad Manifestations Limitless Prison that was suppressing the Beast Fetus. If she left, it would be impossible to contain it. Thus, anyone but her could leave.

"Little Luo should have at least one Lineage Chief protecting him. Also, you should let him bring the Heavenly Dragon's Five Guardian Armies for a ride as well. Treat it as a training exercise." Tantai Lan was completely direct, with no intention of being polite. "With the Heavenly Dragon's Five Guardian Armies by his side, Little Luo will be able to handle an Other King."

Li Tianji and the rest glanced at each other in bewilderment. If they did this, they would basically take a chunk of the Bloodline of Heavenly Emperor Li's strength with them. Meanwhile, they didn't know how the Xia Kingdom's Other Disaster was faring. If anything went wrong, it would be a crippling blow for the bloodline.

That said, they couldn't let Li Luo and Jiang Qing'e, two juniors, just go off on their own. Although they were sixth-grade Transcendents with some modicum of ability to defend themselves, if something truly happened to them, their Ancestor might be so furious that he would return from the World Border just to club them to death. In the end, Li Tianji gritted his teeth and made his decision.

"Alright, the Five Guardian Armies will accompany Li Luo. Lineage Chief Qingying will also follow along. You are quick on your feet and are adept in formations, so you're better suited for protection. Also, he'll bring all of the Guardian Armies' Mythic Armaments. When fused into one, its might is comparable to a venerated heirloom. With Li Luo's current strength, he should be able to wield its full strength."

Li Luo was a little surprised to hear Li Tianji's words. The idea of bringing the Five Guardian Armies had been approved, and Li Tianji also dispatched a Lineage Chief and the prized Mythic Armaments. The combined Mythic Armaments could reach the power of a venerated heirloom; it hadn't been used during the Other Disaster due to the Heavenly Emperor's Edict.

"You have my utmost gratitude, Lineage Chief Tianji." Li Luo cupped his hands in thanks. Because of the previous generation's enmity, he had never had good feelings towards Li Tianji. However, he had to admit that the Mountain Ruling Chief was truly a courageous person.

Li Tianji waved his hand. "There is no need to say such polite words. From the moment the Ancestor made you the sixth Lineage Chief, I knew that he had placed the future prosperity of the Bloodline of Heavenly Emperor Li in your hands. As the Ancestor still remains within the World Border and cannot return to the bloodline, then I as the Mountain Ruling Chief will have to carry out his will to the very end."

At this point, he paused and glanced at Li Jinjiao and Li Xuanwu. "Did you bring the items?"

The two glanced at each other before the latter sliced open his chest, causing a wound to open up. A ball of golden light shot out of it. An awe-inspiring, guttural draconic roar emerged from the ball of golden light as it floated in the air.

The entire area had already been long sealed by the Lineage Chiefs, the roars couldn't spread far, resulting in no outsiders realizing what was going on.

Li Luo, on the other hand, could sense the Lesser Dragon Sacred Seed within his body starting to become active, similarly letting out a roar of its own.

His Heavenly Dragon resonance seemed to have been stimulated by this object. It took the initiative to manifest above him, revealing a titanic violet-gold Heavenly Dragon that radiated immense draconic might.

The Heavenly Dragon resonance then glanced at the ball of golden light, which was containing a golden dragon pearl. The pearl's surface was engraved with primordial draconic runes, and inside it was a sea of clouds. A mysterious dragon swam within them, calling the rain and the wind with every movement.

"This is..." Li Luo licked his lips and his gaze turned feverish. Something that could cause his Lesser Dragon Sacred Seed to act this way could only be the Dragon Sacred Seed of the Bloodline of Heavenly Emperor Li!

Was Li Tianji planning on giving him this? This thought caused his heart to race. He had already witnessed the power of a Sacred Seed in Lu Qing'er and Qin Yi's hands. This was the true foundation of a Heavenly Emperor's power.

If he consumed the Dragon Sacred Seed, his Heavenly Dragon resonance could reach the upper ninth-grade!

Upper ninth-grade Heavenly Dragon resonance!

At that point, his strength would noticeably jump!

He would have much more confidence in challenging a true Other King!

Li Tianji was truly putting all his chips on him this time.