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Chapter 1283 - 1277: Bait

Chapter 1283: Chapter 1277: Bait

Cheng Hui clambered up from the ground in disarray, three ribs broken around his waist.

"Ancestor, I’m fine, hurry and help me reclaim the Zhen Tian Tower!"

Without the power augmentation from the Zhen Tian Tower, Cheng Hui was merely an ordinary Late Stage Void Force fighter.

The Power of Two Dragons—he might not even withstand a single finger from Li Changlin.

Li Changlin’s so-called Nine Yang Finger was truly horrifying, leaving Cheng Hui trembling with fear internally.

"Li Changlin, hand over the Zhen Tian Tower that belongs to my Cheng Family!"

A Half-Step Inch Energy Ancestor heard this and immediately barked furiously with feigned courage.

Li Changlin frowned slightly and said coldly, "What, you two old coots want to taste the power of my Nine Yang Finger as well?"

Upon hearing this, the two Half-Step Inch Force masters turned pale as ash.

Only now did they suddenly remember that Li Changlin was wielding the equivalent of Sixteen Dragon Power.

Even the Upper Realm’s Messenger, and Cheng Hui empowered by the Zhen Tian Tower, were no match for Li Changlin. The two elders, possessing nothing more than Six Dragon Power, could hardly dare to challenge him.

"Li Changlin, the Zhen Tian Tower is a divine artifact of my Cheng Family. In light of our shared affiliation with the Eight Great Families, I hope you will return it to us!"

Finally, the two Half-Step Inch Energy elders had no choice but to lower their proud heads.

However, Li Changlin would never return it—as the artifact held the key to treating Xi Yao’s illness.

Only by acquiring all Ten Great Divine Artifacts could he exchange them for the Ice Soul Snow Lotus. Li Changlin refused to compromise with the Cheng Family.

Nonetheless, Li Changlin also understood one crucial point: he must never let the Cheng Family know his true intention.

If they found out, the Cheng Family might fight him to the death.

Although Li Changlin didn’t fear the Cheng Family’s retaliation, drawn-out conflict would be troublesome and might trigger vigilance among the other families.

At that moment, Li Changlin’s mind raced, quickly settling on a plan.

He clasped his hands behind his back, step forward calmly, and murmured in a low voice, "Cheng Hui used a divine artifact against The Nearly Divine Tycoon. Do you think I’ll return the Zhen Tian Tower without demanding a price?"

"Young Master Changlin, the Cheng Family is willing to pay a price to reclaim the divine artifact." The Half-Step Inch Energy elders, recognizing room for negotiation, suppressed their boiling rage and humbled their stance entirely.

Li Changlin replied indifferently, "Whatever your Cheng Family possesses, my Li Family lacks none of it. If you desire the return of the divine artifact, do so through your own strength. On New Year’s Day, the Li Family will hold an event to distribute the Holy Fruit and Grass Revival Pill. If your Cheng Family can secure first place, the artifact will naturally be returned with both hands."

"With Young Master Changlin present, how could we even have a chance to take first place?" The two Half-Step Inch Energy elders let out bitter smiles.

Had they known of Li Changlin’s prowess earlier, they would never have sought to seize his fortunes.

Now, they could not blame him for making them look bad.

"The Zhen Tian Tower is your Cheng Family’s divine artifact. Even if other families were to acquire it, it would be of no use to them," Li Changlin said flatly. "You needn’t worry that I, Li Changlin, would covet the Zhen Tian Tower greedily. However, if you fail to claim first place, the artifact will be kept by my Li Family for fifty years. Cheng Hui—being the Cheng Family’s future Family Head—I’ve also been named the Family Head Successor of the Li Family. During those fifty years, if you’re willing to wait, I will always be here, ready for your challenge."

"Li Changlin, this is outrageous!"

Hearing this, Cheng Hui’s face turned countless shades.

Next to Li Changlin, he was utterly insignificant at the moment.

Cheng Hui could completely imagine how the Cheng Family would be oppressed under the Li Family’s foot for fifty years.

The two Half-Step Inch Energy elders were clearly thinking the same thing, their expressions equally sour.

"If you don’t wish to be suppressed by the Li Family for fifty years, then reveal your family’s true foundations. Alternatively, you can seek aid from other families to reclaim the divine artifact. But that, too, would turn into a different kind of competition," Li Changlin sneered repeatedly. His true intent lay precisely in this ploy.

The Cheng Family could not afford to wait fifty years; they would surely find ways to fight for the artifact. After all, Cheng Hui had already merged with the artifact—the Zhen Tian Tower made him equivalent to a formidable Inch Energy fighter.

With such a powerful expert at their helm, the Cheng Family would undoubtedly thrive in the future.

However, if the artifact were kept by Li Changlin, the Cheng Family would not only be unable to reclaim their glory, but Cheng Hui’s state of mind might also be irreparably damaged.

This was a loss the Cheng Family could not afford.

And Cheng Hui—he could not afford to be squandered.

Li Changlin held complete confidence that the Cheng Family, even knowing his potential schemes, would still have to take the bait.

Yet, Li Changlin felt this was insufficient.

Turning his gaze, he looked deeply at the Cheng Family’s Upper Realm Messenger, speaking calmly: "Additionally, the winner of this competition will also receive a Dantian Restoration Pill from my Taiji Sect."

"Dantian Restoration Pill?" As expected, the Messenger, whose Dantian had been shattered by Li Changlin, flashed a sliver of longing in his eyes.

Li Changlin continued coolly, "Regardless of the cause of Dantian damage, this pill can fully restore it. Messenger, during our recent battle, I deliberately suppressed my power—I believe you are well aware of this. Of course, fighting at equal power, it was your fault your Dantian was destroyed. Don’t expect me to hand over a precious restoration pill out of sentiment. If you desire it, work with the Cheng Family to secure first place!"

"Fine, I will do it!"

Though the Messenger harbored resentment against Li Changlin for shattering his Dantian, he had to admit that Li Changlin was right—he had purposely restrained his overwhelming Sixteen Dragon Power during their fight.

His destroyed Dantian was entirely his own failure, not solely the cruelty of Li Changlin.

"Messenger!" The two Half-Step Inch Energy elders called out uneasily upon seeing the Messenger agree with Li Changlin’s proposal.

The Messenger shot them a meaningful glance, signaling calm, then turned to Li Changlin and said, "I trust Young Master Changlin to keep his word. My Cheng Family will find a way to secure first place!"

"Alright, I shall watch and see."

Li Changlin smiled faintly, yet upon closer inspection, one might notice his body quivering slightly.

The Messenger took note of this, his heart filled with silent derision.

He quickly motioned for Cheng Hui and the others and headed upstairs. Though this banquet had yet to start, it might as well have been ended, with Cheng Hui offering no explanation.

"Brother Changlin."

As the four departed, Ye Xiyao hurried over.

Li Changlin suddenly reached out, grasping Xi Yao’s shoulder firmly, biting down hard on his teeth.