Dragon Tamer
Chapter 1376 - 1380: Empress Li

Chapter 1376: Chapter 1380: Empress Li

"Ancestral Goddess, the Emperor Elder requests your presence."

At that moment, a Moon Fairy on duty approached and called out loudly across the flowing water garden.

The Ancestral Temple Goddess pouted, clearly reluctant to meet the Emperor Elder.

"There are many rituals today, so I can’t chat with you for long. In a few days, I’ll visit you again, and we sisters can talk all night. I have so much to tell you," the Ancestral Temple Goddess said to Weaver Star.

"Alright, I also have a few things to share with you," Weaver Star nodded.

"Then I won’t see you off."

...

After leaving the Ancestral Temple Hall, Zhu Minglang’s mind remained in a foggy haze.

How many reincarnation cycles had he gone through in the Dragon Gate? Why did each one feel as long as an entire lifetime?

No wonder he had forgotten everything upon waking. If every memory of the Dragon Gate’s climbing reincarnations were stuffed into his mind, his head would surely explode. This carefree state was much preferred.

The festive atmosphere was always accompanied by various aromas: the steam of delicious food, the scent of fireworks, and the mingling fragrances of flowers and wine that pervaded Fengdeng City.

They did not immediately return but instead stayed at an Immortal Family Palace within Fengdeng City.

This Immortal Family Palace was grand beyond words. Although it did not hover over Fengdeng City on clouds, it retained a celestial charm, separated from the city’s bustling life by only a single Bijian River. At sunrise, purple qi rose from the east; at dusk, spiritual gauze enveloped the twilight.

Upon entering, they discovered that this was Bijian Ting, where orchids and daffodils grew abundantly. Shrouded in twilight mist, the hazy outline of Bijian Ting resembled a small boat adorned with flowers, floating upon the soft blue river.

The spiritual energy here could only be described as overwhelming. Even the most ordinary person with poor aptitude could achieve significant results by sitting here for a symbolic meditation—an experience unparalleled even in Tianshu’s Spirit Caves.

Zhu Minglang’s Dragon Babies were the most in need of Spiritual Rhyme. The little ones greedily absorbed the area’s spiritual energy, and Zhu Minglang’s Spirit Realm continuously formed delicate droplets of spiritual rain, like sweet dew, nourishing the three Dragon Babies.

Ah, what a wonderful place.

If only we could stay a few more days.

"Master, this is Li Tianhou’s Immortal Residence..." Qin Wu couldn’t help but reveal a subtle, uncontainable delight on her cheeks.

Just as she finished speaking, two celestial attendants riding Kylin Lions dismounted and knelt on one knee to pay their respects.

"Welcome back, Miss."

Weaver Star nodded and excused them from formal greetings before leading the four of them into Bijian Ting.

Miss??

The titles within the celestial ranks were unique to them.

Addressing her directly as "Miss" implied that she was the young mistress of Bijian Ting. After all, this was the residence of an immortal, not the main hall of the Immortal Court used for exercising divine authority.

So, Weaver Star is Li Tianhou’s daughter?

Zhu Minglang stroked his chin. No wonder rumors always hinted that Weaver Star had tremendously powerful backing.

Li Tianhou was likely on par with the Jun Tian Lord, equal to the Five Directions Emperor Elder.

And as for the Flare!

It was almost certainly connected to Li Tianhou’s influence!

Finally, he was nearing the source of the Flare.

Li Tianhou—this connection would be worth further exploration.

"You three, follow me. Zhu Lang, wait here," Weaver Star instructed.

"Ah?"

"You’ve been acting strangely today. The Empress has a bad temper, and I’d rather you avoid severe punishment," Weaver Star explained.

"I’ve just been exhausted from using too much energy during my ascension and haven’t slept well for days. I’m much better now, and I truly admire Li Tianhou..." Zhu Minglang replied.

"There will be opportunities in the future," Weaver Star said.

"Is Master Sister upset with me?" Zhu Minglang asked.

"No."

"Oh."

Zhu Minglang scratched his head as he watched Weaver Star lead her three junior sisters to meet Li Tianhou.

Sigh, left behind again.

But he couldn’t blame himself. That woman’s charm—no man could resist it. He had merely lost composure, not turned into a beast.

Sitting idly and waiting here was not an option.

Zhu Minglang needed to unravel the true origins of the Flare.

He recalled a woman at the Divine Weapon Pavilion once saying this was a special seal, branded with blood. It allowed its caster to sense the location of the marked object and maintained a spiritual connection akin to a Juvenile Spirit contract.

Undoubtedly, someone had branded this seal on the Sword Spirit Dragon. Most likely Li Tianhou, who wielded the power to control the Sword Spirit Dragon.

Although, perhaps there were methods here in Bijian Ting for taming, soothing, or subduing such creatures.

Weaver Star, as a Qin Art God Master, specialized in calming and training methods. If she used these techniques to tame a Dragon Beast, it would produce results akin to those of a Dragon Shepherd.

Thus, it was possible the Sword Spirit Dragon had been pacified and recruited by Weaver Star.

However, the Flare Print clearly stemmed from an even more formidable spell, one the Sword Spirit at its Solar Corona Level could not escape. This suggested the Flare’s control came from someone even stronger behind Weaver Star.

Bijian Ting wasn’t particularly large. Being a secluded immortal residence, it prioritized privacy. Its scale was roughly comparable to the Zhu Gate of old.

The layout was straightforward: a front court, a central pavilion, and a rear garden. Rare and exotic River Towers were sparsely scattered across these three zones.

Zhu Minglang passed through a garden filled with Coagulated Grass and Trees, barely suppressing his inner urge to plunder it all.

There wasn’t even a guard. The central divine plants, which could be used for the Six Divine Cleansing, were just placed so casually. Weren’t they worried about theft?

Crossing the garden, Zhu Minglang came upon a celestial pavilion veiled in dense river mist.

The pavilion appeared tower-like yet resembled a sturdy treasure sword, exuding an ancient aura. When Zhu Minglang approached, he immediately noticed a massive sigil resembling a seal imprinted on the door, glimmering with luminous spots.

This glowing door seal resembled the Flare on the Sword Spirit Dragon!

Zhu Minglang felt a surge of joy.

He had found the right place!

Sure enough, it was Li Tianhou who had sealed his Sword Spirit Dragon!

Taking a few steps closer, Zhu Minglang wanted to see what treasures were sealed inside this pavilion that necessitated such a massive sigil.

But as he neared the staircase, a stone statue at the base of the steps came to life.

Earlier, Zhu Minglang hadn’t paid it much attention. Upon closer inspection, the stone figure turned out to be a half-demon, half-human creature. To his shock, its lower half was unmistakably Kirin!

Kirin Demon-Man!

Zhu Minglang was taken aback.

Weren’t Kirin Demon-Men exceptionally rare in the world? How had he encountered two in just a few days??

The Kirin Demon-Man awakened and scrutinized Zhu Minglang sharply with its piercing eyes.

"Who goes there?" asked the pavilion-guarding Kirin Demon-Man.

"A disciple of Weaver Star, here for a visit, taking a casual stroll," Zhu Minglang replied.