Supreme Dragon Martial Soul
Chapter 479 - 155: Forming an Alliance, A Visitor from the Ji Family!

Chapter 479: Chapter 155: Forming an Alliance, A Visitor from the Ji Family!

Jin Tiandu gazed at Luo Cheng, and countless thoughts flashed through his mind in an instant.

The Washing Body Pond, the Ji Family! Lingyun Pavilion!

Finally, he chuckled softly, "Brother Luo, your cultivation speed truly makes me ashamed. Among all the disciples of the Three Sects, there are likely few who can compare." NovelFire

Unconsciously, the Eldest Prince’s way of addressing Luo Cheng had changed, drawing their relationship closer.

Luo Cheng did not elaborate further and directly asked:

"Brother Jin, your visit this time—surely it’s not just to praise me?"

"Haha, indeed there is something I need to discuss with you. However, before that, there’s a question I want to ask."

The Eldest Prince spoke earnestly: "Ever since the disappearance of the Great Chu Empress, various forces have been restless. My Great Yue Dynasty is also teetering amidst internal strife and external threats. In such a situation, what are your views on kinship and loyalty? On sects and dynasties?"

Luo Cheng hadn’t expected such a question and pondered for a moment. Images of that slaughtered village flashed through his mind, and he replied at once:

"Within a toppled nest, no eggs remain intact. Without a country, there is no family; with a family, there is a country. The same logic applies to a sect."

The Ninth Princess, Jin Yuxi, suddenly brightened, looking at Luo Cheng with an odd gaze, softly murmuring:

"Without a family, there is no country; with a country, there is no family..."

"Haha, well said!"

Jin Tiandu burst into laughter and then spoke frankly: "I heard you’ve established the Luo Alliance within the Xuanyuan Sect, directly opposing the Crown Prince Hall. My visit this time is for no other reason—I wish to ally with you."

"Alliance?" Luo Cheng’s gaze flickered.

He had long suspected Jin Tiandu had come for this reason.

Previously, Luo Cheng simply wanted to focus on his cultivation and avoid getting involved in these power struggles.

But after encountering the Blood Nether Sect twice and witnessing their slaughter of villages firsthand,

Luo Cheng understood that one is ultimately solitary and powerless; strong allies are indispensable.

His relationship with the Eighth Prince, Jin Min, was irreconcilable, but his impression of Jin Tiandu was quite favorable. Such an alliance could very well be mutually beneficial.

Luo Cheng nodded slightly and said, "Very well, but I can only represent myself and not anyone else!"

"I understand. You wish to compete against my eighth brother, and I too seek to suppress him. Our interests align."

The Eldest Prince comprehended Luo Cheng’s intentions.

However, he was well-aware of Luo Cheng’s strong ties with Yun Mengli and Lingyun Pavilion.

If they could forge an unwavering friendship, then even if Yun Mengli or Lingyun Pavilion couldn’t directly aid him, they would bolster his influence.

"Additionally, I have one condition."

"Speak. As long as it’s within my abilities, I will not refuse."

Luo Cheng said, "I presume you’re aware that I frequently venture out for training and can’t remain in Qishan City. I hope you can safeguard my family’s safety."

Ever since leaving the Black Cloud Mountain Range, Luo Cheng had been contemplating this issue.

Initially, he wanted to seek help from Luo Yao.

However, he felt he owed her too much and couldn’t bring himself to ask.

The Eldest Prince’s appearance solved this dilemma for him.

"Don’t be in a rush to agree..."

Luo Cheng shifted the topic and continued, "A few days ago, I went to the Black Cloud Mountain Range and encountered disciples of the Blood Nether Sect. From their conversations, I learned that the Black Cloud Mountain Range harbors a Blood Nether Sect base."

"Disciples of the Blood Nether Sect!"

Jin Tiandu’s gaze flickered, though his expression remained calm.

As the royal family had its own intelligence network, they were long aware that the Blood Nether Sect had infiltrated the Great Yue Dynasty.

Luo Cheng nodded and continued, "Qishan City is not far from the Black Cloud Mountain Range. As a precaution, I hope you can dispatch a Heavenly-level Great Power to station there."

"A Heavenly-level Great Power!"

The Ninth Princess, Jin Yuxi, exclaimed, "That’s already at the level of Core Elders within the Three Sects! Such experts are few even within the royal family, and my brother lacks the authority to mobilize them."

Luo Cheng shook his head and insisted, "At the very least, an Earth Level Great Power! This is my only condition."

If possible, Luo Cheng would have requested a True Master Level powerhouse.

But only the Supreme Elders of the Three Sects were True Master Level experts, figures at the pinnacle of the Great Yue Dynasty!

Such a demand was preposterous and unfeasible.

The Eldest Prince would certainly not be able to fulfill it.

Thus, he lowered his demands to request an Earth Level Great Power to guard the Luo Family.

The Eldest Prince deliberated briefly and then said, "A Heavenly-level Great Power—though I could theoretically mobilize one, such experts would not remain stationed in Qishan City without ample incentives. Here’s my alternative—I will gift you my Golden Lion Beast Carriage!"

Upon hearing this, the Ninth Princess, Jin Yuxi, was visibly startled. "Brother, that Golden Lion Beast Carriage was a gift from Father..."

"It’s of no concern."

Jin Tiandu shook his head and continued to address Luo Cheng: "The two Golden Lion Beasts are Four-star peak demon beasts with an ancient bloodline. Together, their combined strength rivals that of an Earth Level Great Power. Their speed is also far superior to that of ordinary Earth Level Great Powers."

Luo Cheng instantly recalled those two majestic lion-tiger-like beasts on the square, brimming with grandeur!

He hadn’t imagined that those two beasts were so extraordinary!

"Agreed!"

Luo Cheng nodded.

In the end, everything hinged on strength.

He was currently only at the Middle Stage of the Awakening Vein Realm.

That Jin Tiandu was able to provide this much was already exceptional.

Any further demands from Luo Cheng would verge on being unreasonable.

"Haha, may our collaboration be fruitful."

The Eldest Prince raised his teacup.

Luo Cheng lifted his own, took a sip, and then asked, "Regarding the Blood Nether Sect—how will that matter be handled?"

At his question, the Eldest Prince’s expression subtly shifted, and he replied:

"The Blood Nether Sect is indeed troublesome. Fortunately, they were previously deterred by fear of the Great Chu Empress, primarily consolidating in the southern region of the Yunlan Domain Group. In our Great Yue Dynasty, their growth remains limited—they are not yet a major threat. For now, they only dare to act covertly, not overtly."

"Currently, the royal family alongside the Three Great Sects, is jointly investigating hidden Blood Nether Sect bases and their influence in the Great Yue Dynasty. So far, we suspect their locations include the Black Cloud Mountain Range and around Guyuan City!"

"Once the investigations are complete, not only us but also the surrounding forces from other major dynasties will unite, delivering a crushing blow in a swift and decisive strike!"

"As an Inner Sect Disciple of Xuanyuan Sect, you’ll soon receive news on this matter!"

Luo Cheng nodded—indeed, for the Blood Nether Sect to rise again, vast quantities of resources would be indispensable.

Especially large amounts of essence blood!

Only then could they produce Blood Pills and nurture elite cultivators.

Should the Blood Nether Sect succeed in their resurgence, it would spell disaster for all the neighboring dynasties!

When the Eldest Prince mentioned Guyuan City,

Luo Cheng recalled his agreement with Yun Mengli.

Yun Mengli had arranged to join him in Guyuan City half a month later to carry out a killing.

Now, half a month had already passed. He still needed to head to Wuyan City to settle scores with Sun Yingyang, making it impossible to return on time.

"I’ll explain during the next meeting. I wonder who she specifically wants to kill..."

Luo Cheng muttered inwardly.

Boom!

Suddenly, the sky erupted into a golden fire ring barreling toward Qishan City.

The golden fire ring surged with overwhelming momentum, majestic and tempestuous. From afar, it appeared like a flaming cloud accompanied by crashing thunder resonating ten miles across, imposing and awe-inspiring!

"Hmm! Such potent aura—it’s an Earth Level Great Power!"

The Eldest Prince’s face grew astonished as he stood.

Luo Cheng followed suit and looked into the horizon.

Amid the fierce golden fire ring, two faint silhouettes were visible.