Demoness, where are you Fleeing to?
Chapter 1050 - 841: Are You Taking a Fancy to Her Again?

Chapter 1050: Chapter 841: Are You Taking a Fancy to Her Again?

Li Changgeng brought a part of the Haotian Seal fragments, a significant amount that was roughly one and a half percent of the entire fragments. Additionally, nineteen thousand Taibai Sword Qi of Gengjin without any Divine Consciousness imprint were also presented.

With a bit of refinement, these could be transformed into the ’Zhengfan Liuhe Immortal Slaying Jianqi’ and integrated into his Sword Diagram.

"Your humble servant knows Your Majesty’s sword formation grows more powerful with more Sword Qi. It is hoped that these nineteen thousand strands of Taibai Sword Qi of Gengjin will be beneficial to Your Majesty. As for the fragments of the divine seal, they were collected with the help of the Sizhi Gongcao and the remnants of the immortal lords."

Li Xuan smiled slightly and unceremoniously accepted the items, "Star Lord Taibai, this is not a small gift but a life-saving coal in snow. But for me, having the grand talent of Star Lord Taibai devising strategies and planning battles is the true cause for joy. At present, there is a vacancy for a Grand Secretary in my cabinet, would you condescend to accept it?"

His trusted aids, without a doubt, were people like Li Lexing, Li ShanChang, and Song Lian.

But he surely had to vacate some positions to accommodate these old parts of Haotian.

The secret of a snowball rolling lies in its growing size, which picks up speed as it enlarges.

Although there is a risk of insufficient foundation, he could exploit these external forces to enhance his internal power in the future.

Li Changgeng grinned and bowed once more, "It is my wish, I dare not presume!"

At that moment, Li Xuan glanced towards Duke Dongwang at his side, "May I ask what brings Fusou Emperor here today?"

Duke Dongwang’s face twitched slightly, knowing Li Xuan was hinting for a tribute of allegiance.

With over a dozen heavenly domains under his rule having faced Li Xuan’s military, how could he not show his stance?

He promptly lifted his hand and presented two long swords in front of Li Xuan, "These two swords, one named Mingzhao and the other named Yangyan, complete a set with the previously mentioned Guanghen and Suiguang. Fused together, they form two divine treasures."

Duke Dongwang felt a twinge in his heart. He had started refining these swords a year ago, upon learning that Gouchen Emperor and Emperor of the South were defeated in the mortal realm, at great cost.

He wanted to be prepared for all eventualities; with Li Xuan’s rise, there was a chance they might be pushed into the Outer Void. And, indeed, it happened as he feared.

Now, he regretted not pledging allegiance earlier, because it meant he had to provide two tributes upon their meeting.

Seeing this, Li Xuan laughed heartily, satisfied, and with a flick of his sleeve, he accepted the treasured swords, "Duke Dongwang is truly generous. In the past, I entrusted Tensho to convey my message that the gates of the Heavenly Court will always be open to Duke Dongwang. Should you choose to serve me, you will be the premier male immortal of the Heavenly Court."

Duke Dongwang sighed in relief, thinking the gifts were not given in vain.

Just as Li Xuan was about to invite the two for a detailed discussion, a loud and clear voice came from afar.

"Your Majesty, my unruly son has offended you today. Please consider his brashness and ignorance on behalf of this young fool, and do not hold it against him. Should you be magnanimous and release him, Li Jing would be eternally grateful."

Li Xuan looked up immediately, spotting Pagoda Bearer Devaraja, Li Jing, approaching.

Zhuque, the Divine Lord Lingguang, who had been dispatched to convey the decree, followed closely behind.

Li Xuan shook his head slightly, "Devaraja jests. Your son’s nature is straightforward and proud, which I admire and find refreshing. Today’s battle between us was merely a friendly exchange among Daoist peers. He showed restraint, as did I. Why would the Devaraja need to intervene personally?"

Then he changed his tone, "Devaraja, have you read the decree that Zhuque delivered? What do you think of it?"

Devaraja Li Jing’s face twitched, then he bowed, "I am a servant of the Old Department of the Heavenly Court. Now that Your Majesty has succeeded the legacy of Haotian and ascended as the Heaven Emperor, we should naturally pledge allegiance to Your Majesty and be re-organized under your command."

This time, Li Xuan nodded with satisfaction, a smile returning to his face, "It just so happens that you’ve arrived at the perfect time, Devaraja. I’ve prepared a feast to entertain Duke Dongwang and Star Lord Taibai. As a former chief minister of the Heavenly Court, you are very welcome to join us for a reunion.

And to offer some advice on how to deal with the likes of the Jade Emperor, Ziwei, Gouchen, and the Emperor of the South if they still resist, to help me subdue them."

But Devaraja Li Jing gave a wry smile and once more bowed from afar, "Your Majesty, I come bearing a task from my master."

Li Xuan’s expression suddenly darkened, and a chilling aura permeated the Void.

Devaraja Li Jing had two masters: Immortal Master Due and Master Randeng.

The latter was Randeng Buddha, his archnemesis.

Noticing Li Xuan’s icy demeanor, Devaraja Li Jing did not dare to delay, and from his sleeve, he took out an item and presented it: "He acknowledges his repeated transgressions against Your Majesty and humbly offers this item to seek Your Majesty’s forgiveness."

Li Xuan examined the item and discovered it was a strand of Chaos Qi, also known as the Mother Qi of Xuanhuang.

It was said to be born at the dawn of the universe, capable of creating all things, even more potent than the Qi of Hunyuan and the five elements.

In Li Xuan’s understanding, this substance was pure particles, crystallized by Mana, that could be transformed into elements under the guidance of a cultivator’s will.

With this item, he could further repair his Haotian Seal or enhance the power of his Sword Diagram even more.

Meanwhile, Li Xuan also sensed the God of Wealth, Zhao Gongming, watching Li Jing from afar with an extremely chilling gaze.

However, there was also a sense of helplessness on his face.

Li Xuan, with his hands clasped behind him, smiled slightly, "If I do not agree, are you going to oppose me, Devaraja?"