Beastmaster of the Ages - Chapter 7365

Chapter 7279: The Demon King Rises Again!

The companion beasts knew how important Xiao Jiu’s return was to Li Tianming, and since Xiao Jiu was one of their brothers and sisters, they naturally longed for her return.

So, from the eldest brother Yinghuo to the youngest sister Xixi, everyone tried to communicate with Xiao Jiu in their own way.

All the companion beasts joined forces, attempting to persuade Xiao Jiu to return to the family.

Of course, the result was that Xiao Jiu remained unresponsive, continuing to eat the Divine Stone.

It seemed to have no effect whatsoever.

Yin Chen, at the end, grumbled, “Everyone, why do you keep killing me, my individual?”

It was extremely resentful; no matter how its brothers and sisters tried to persuade it, Xiao Jiu would simply ignore them.

But Xiao Jiu had killed many of its individual members before.

Hearing Yin Chen’s complaint, Xiao Jiu slowly opened its eyes and glanced at the silver cockroach beside it.

“You’re not going to die, what’s the rush?” Xiao Jiu said calmly.

Then, it fell silent again.

Seeing this, Sui Shenyao couldn’t help but sigh, “Xiao Jiu is still the same as before, almost ignoring everyone…”

“It’s alright, I believe that time will heal all wounds, and it will eventually return to our side, it’s just a matter of time,” Li Tianming replied with a smile in his heart.

Binding Xiao Jiu with the Divine Treasure Stone was still the best decision Li Tianming felt he had made.

Otherwise, if Xiao Jiu had run away again, there would have been no way to find it.

After visiting Xiao Jiu, Li Tianming returned to the Governor’s Mansion.

At this time, Wei Sheng Mo Ran had a Silver Dust individual in his palm, seemingly asking something.

Seeing this, Li Tianming asked in surprise, “What’s wrong? Little Fish, you also need to see Yin Chen? Tell me, maybe I can help you.”

Wei Sheng Mo Ran looked up and smiled, “It’s nothing, I just wanted to ask Yin Chen about that ancestor. I’ll have him investigate selectively, maybe that will be more efficient.”

“I see…” Li Tianming nodded, then continued, “I haven’t been paying much attention to this matter lately. By the way, how’s Yin Chen’s investigation going?”

Wei Sheng Mo Ran shook her head helplessly, “There are too few clues. The Illusionary Heavenly Emperor Clan is very well hidden. We don’t have a single lead yet.”

“Alright.” Li Tianming nodded and smiled slightly, “Don’t worry too much. Maybe my Eye of Heaven-Stealing will improve first, allowing me to directly open the ancestral imperial tomb and uncover its secrets.”

“Yeah, I’m just bored and looking for something to do. It would be best if it could help you.” Wei Sheng Mo Ran said with a smile.

“If there’s any new information, have Yin Chen contact me immediately. I’ll go check on the front lines first. After all, I hold an important position now, and I still need to abide by the rules,” Li Tianming said.

“Okay,” Wei Shengmo nodded slightly and smiled.

Immediately afterward, Li Tianming decisively set off, saying, “Yin Chen, have Zi Zhen activate the World Planet.”

“Alright!” Yin Chen replied.

With a flash of chaotic lightning, Li Tianming, enveloped by the Primordial Chaos Realm, instantly arrived at the Eight Great Wall of Heaven.

The place he landed was the rear hall of the War God Temple, where Zi Zhen was cultivating.

Seeing that he was immersed in cultivation, Li Tianming did not choose to disturb him.

“The Hundred Star Grand Governor’s plan is on the agenda. Now it’s time to push forward the Demon Extermination Plan and strive towards becoming a Ten-Star War God…” Li Tianming said with burning eyes.

At this moment, he had already planned out the order of his own advancement.

Anyway, as long as his strength was sufficient, he had plenty of ways to gain merit.

Of course, his achievements were definitely not obtained at the cost of soldiers’ lives.

Back at the War God Palace, Li Tianming suddenly remembered something and asked, “Aunt, has Li Chaoxi visited the Tianba Great Wall section recently? She seemed to have intended to visit before?”

Aurora replied slowly, “Five hundred years ago, after your battle, she officially appeared. Without needing to hide her identity, she naturally had no scruples, so she did come to see you.”

Li Tianming’s heart stirred, and after a moment of contemplation, he said, “So eager? Besides expressing the Li Clan’s attitude, what other purpose does she have in approaching us?”

“Perhaps she really has her eye on you?” Wei Shendao teased with a smile.

“But she didn’t come earlier or later; she came only after the rift between me and the Li Clan caused by the young Emperor. I absolutely do not believe she has her eye on me,” Li Tianming said, shaking his head with a smile.

From his own perspective, Li Tianming didn’t think he was lacking in anything, but putting himself in the other person’s shoes, he knew that she wouldn’t choose him out of genuine affection.

“The closer she gets to us, the more worried I am that her true intentions are actually detrimental to us. Even if she’s acting friendly now, it might just be a facade. We must assume the worst,” Aurora said with a slightly grave expression.

“Auntie is right,” Li Tianming nodded, then poked the head of Sui Shenyao, who had transformed into the Chaos Sword Maiden. “Yaoyao, stop thinking about such nonsense and be more careful.”

“Oh, of course I know! I was just joking,” Sui Shenyao pouted.

“Speaking of which, Auntie, besides contacting me, has Li Chaoxi made any other moves lately?” Li Tianming changed the subject, asking curiously.

“Of course she does. She doesn’t show herself, but once she does, she still has to fulfill her duties as the God of War,” Aurora said slowly, her tone slightly serious. “Over the years, she’s appeared intermittently along the Seven Great Walls, even leading troops to resist several attacks from the Primordial Demons, which has helped her accumulate merit.”

“It seems her strength has improved after her seclusion, and now she’s completely unleashed her potential. Perhaps she even has the ambition to climb to a higher position?” Li Tianming said after a moment’s thought.

“Very likely. After all, she’s a genius with a very high ceiling, and she’s definitely not satisfied with the status quo,” Aurora nodded, then continued, “Gaining a higher position, enjoying a larger Star Palace, and then using her improved strength to achieve merit—this cycle is the cultivation path for most people.”

“Indeed, but I don’t want to wait that long. Passively waiting for the beast tide to arrive to increase my battle merits is too slow for me!” Li Tianming said with burning eyes.

Since he had someone like Lin Xiaoxiao by his side who could use the Eye of the Primordial Demon to gain merit, Li Tianming decided to seize this opportunity.

“Since Li Chaoxi’s identity was unsealed, she has been actively appearing on the Tianqi Great Wall section. Many of the war gods guarding the city have heard of her formidable reputation in battle, and thus her fame on the Tiandi Great Wall is growing.” Aurora said somewhat solemnly, “With such a great reputation, if she takes the initiative to contact us, it will probably inevitably increase our exposure.”

“It’s alright. With Xiaoxiao’s method, we might not even need to come to the front lines. No one will know our background.” Li Tianming said with a slight smile.

Li Tianming understood what Aurora meant.

In other words, if Li Chaoxi, this newly emerged celebrity, became too close to Li Tianming, every move Li Tianming made would be magnified in the public eye.

This would easily expose any underhanded tactics he might use to gain military merit.

However, Li Tianming had even more faith in Lin Xiaoxiao’s abilities; she was absolutely capable of handling things flawlessly.