Chapter 636: Mysterious Wooden Horse
"I have a Lifesaving Order Writ from the Jianlong Clan. As long as you have this writ, no matter where you are or what danger you are facing, the Jianlong Clan will do their best to guarantee your safety." Another hidden ancestor spoke.
These words shocked everyone. The Jianlong Clan was a monstrous existence, the only existence comparable to the Alchemy Kingdom in the Stone Medicine World. With its protection, one wouldn't have to worry about offending anyone. However, this writ also couldn't tempt Li Qiye.
The arrogant Jian Wushuang stood up and spoke in a serious tone: "I will trade a supreme secret technique for the Longevity Fruit."
Li Qiye didn't budge. In fact, he didn't even open his eyes.
As there was no response from the owner, Jian Wushuang gritted her teeth and lowered her tone once more: "I have three drops of Immortal Emperor Longevity Blood. If the owner is willing, then I will use the supreme technique along with the three blood drops to trade for this fruit."
Jian Wushuang didn't need the fruit, but she had an elder who really needed it. The rest of the buyers were shocked as they exclaimed: "What?! Immortal Emperor Longevity Blood?"
This was something coveted by everyone due to its peerlessness. Even imperial lineages might not have some. However, this still was not enough to make Li Qiye open his eyes.
Both Bai Weng and Shi Hao were astounded by these incredible treasures. They had never seen so many ungraspable items before, but now they were revealed as offers.
Bai Weng shuddered and reminded Li Qiye: "That… That is Immortal Emperor Longevity Blood…!"
Li Qiye still didn't respond, making Bai Weng understand that Li Qiye didn't care for Immortal Emperor Longevity Blood either. Bai Weng couldn't help but feel afraid; not caring for such a level of treasure — too domineering!
Jian Wushuang also sat down in frustration after getting no response from the owner. This was her second time being defeated today. The first time was her pride being trampled by Li Qiye. Now, the owner also didn't react to Immortal Emperor Longevity Blood, so how could she not be frustrated?
The other big shots all listed what they had, resulting in quite a cornucopia of items that included weapons, treasures, King Medicines, and manuals among other things… However, Li Qiye still didn't bat an eye.
After the other buyers offered their items, one hidden ancestor finally spoke: "I have a little wooden horse." He was very unwilling, but ultimately, he still mustered his will and made the decision to say: "I can't say what this little wooden horse can do right now, but it is something left behind by the Immortal Emperor Patriarch from my clan, a treasure of the utmost importance…"
The ancestor was still quite hesitant and full of remorse, but he really needed the Longevity Fruit: "If the owner is willing, then I will trade this wooden horse for the Longevity Fruit."
He was afraid that the owner wouldn't be able to see the horse, so he told the workers from the square to bring a tray over.
This was a very normal tiny horse carved from wood of a gray color — not too eye-catching.
The group stared at the horse, and no one could tell how this was valuable, but this ancestor was able to become an esteemed guest at the square, not to mention that he introduced his patriarch as an Immortal Emperor. Even if outsiders couldn't guess its background, it would surely not be a scam.
Li Qiye opened his eyes after hearing the words "little wooden horse". After a while, on the balcony, he told the worker from the square: "Bring that wooden horse here so that I can take a look."
After hearing this response, the auctioneer immediately told this great power's ancestor: "The owner agrees to see your little horse."
"Good! Very good!" The ancestor was in urgent need of the Longevity Fruit. Otherwise, he wouldn't have offered his Immortal Emperor's precious treasure to trade for it.
Very quickly, the horse was in Li Qiye's hands. He took a careful look before telling the worker from the square: "I'll agree to this trade."
The auctioneer heard it right away and immediately announced: "I'm relieved to tell everyone some good news; the Longevity Fruit now has a new owner! Its previous owner is willing to trade the fruit for this guest's little wooden horse!"
After this announcement came out, everyone couldn't help but look at each other. Many wanted to know the effects of this horse left behind by an Immortal Emperor.
Unfortunately, they couldn't research this horse at all. Neither the buyer nor the seller wanted to reveal much about this horse, so the curious crowd couldn't obtain an answer.
The auctioneer excitedly slammed his gavel and announced: "Very well, I now announce that this auction has officially ended with great results!"
He was very jubilant. This was the biggest and most surreal auction he had ever hosted. It would leave a bright mark on his career as an auctioneer.
With the end of the auction, those who chose to remain hidden used a special passage to leave; outsiders couldn't see all the participants.
Meanwhile, since Li Qiye ignored Immortal Emperor Longevity Blood for this little inconspicuous wooden horse, the shocked Bai Weng had to ask: "Is… this worth it?"
Li Qiye smiled and said: "That would depend on the person."
Bai Weng and Shi Hao couldn't discern the use of this little horse and didn't know what was special about it. Li Qiye didn't tell them either.
After finishing the transaction process with the square, Li Qiye left along with the other two.
Both of them were very happy and excited. It was needless to mention Shi Hao, he obtained a cauldron left behind by the Hundred-grass Alchemy Emperor, something he wouldn't even dare to dream of before.
Bai Weng also obtained a Vermillion Divine Flame Cauldron. Although it was not comparable to Shi Hao's, this was more than enough for him. At the very least, he wouldn't have been able to buy one like this even if he strived for it for his entire life.
They felt very grateful to Li Qiye for giving them items this precious.
As they left the Golem Square and crossed a couple of streets, they were suddenly stopped.
The person blocking his path was Lie Jie, the descendant of the Lie Clan. Bai Weng reacted very quickly; the moment Lie Jie went in front of Li Qiye, Bai Weng immediately stopped him.
Bai Weng spoke calmly: "Young Noble Lie Jie, if you have something to say, then say it right here."
"Dog servant, scram to the side!" Lie Jie coldly shouted with an oppressive momentum. In his eyes, Bai Weng was only a servant.
However, Bai Weng's status was not low. Although he didn't come from a prestigious clan, with Ancient Pine as his backing, he was not afraid of Lie Jie if push comes to shove.
Bai Weng beckoned by waving his hand as Ancient Pine's disciples all gathered and awaited his command. He coldly spoke: "Young Noble Lie Jie, please return. Young Noble Li is an honored guest of the Giant Bamboo Country and is not someone that you can meet at your whim!"
Bai Weng's attitude enraged Lie Jie. He wished he could rush over and teach Li Qiye and this dog servant a lesson, but he was stopped by Ancient Pine's disciples.
Lie Jie shouted a threat at Li Qiye: "Brat, listen well! The capital isn't for an outsider brat like you, having money is nothing! There are countless clans that you can't afford to offend at the capital. Know your place and get the hell out now. If not, you won't have a chance to leave the capital with your tail tucked between your legs, you will die without a grave!"
This was the disparity between Lie Jie and Jian Wushuang. Both of them hated and wanted to kill Li Qiye, but Jian Wushuang wouldn't block his path like this with meaningless threats. If she wished to, then she would immediately kill him instead of posturing.
A minor character like Lie Jie was nothing to Li Qiye, but his threat caused Li Qiye to pause. Li Qiye took a look at Lie Jie and slowly spoke: "Lie Clan, right? What kind of trash clan is it? So what if you have a little fire spark? Remember, a Fire Source can destroy your Lie Clan as well as end your life."
Li Qiye then lazily walked away, not bothering to care for a response.
Lie Jie took note of this arrogant retort and angrily shouted: "Hahaha, you think I'm afraid of you? Brat, I dare you to not walk away!"
He didn't have a chance to chase after Li Qiye since Ancient Pine's disciples were blocking his path. Eventually, he stamped the ground exasperatedly and swore that he would teach this little unknown outsider a lesson.
The moment Li Qiye returned to the mansion, the Demon Monarch had already been standing there, waiting, and quickly ran to greet him. The monarch revealed a wide smile: "Congratulations, Young Noble, for your triumphant return from the Golem Square."
At this point, the monarch's attitude was even more respectful, and he became even more humble.
Li Qiye looked at the monarch and smiled: "Your information gathering is quite fast."
The monarch wryly smiled and said: "I only heard it just now. Young Noble's grand gesture shocked the four directions; it would be hard to not catch wind of it."
Li Qiye only smiled and didn't respond.
The monarch rubbed his palms together and said: "Early this morning, I went to meet the other monarchs and couldn't come with Young Noble, please excuse me."
His tone then became more serious: "Her Majesty wishes to meet Young Noble, would that be okay?"
"Wait a bit." With that, Li Qiye went inside.
The monarch stood there on the spot, not knowing what to say. Being summoned by the ruler of the Giant Bamboo Country was an honor, but it was different for Li Qiye since they needed him and not vice versa.
Bai Weng then whispered to the monarch. After hearing the report, the monarch's expression quickly changed.
636 Teaser"I have a Lifesaving Order Writ from the Jianlong Clan. As long as you have this writ, no matter where you are or what danger you are facing, the Jianlong Clan will do their best to guarantee your safety." Another hidden ancestor spoke.
These words shocked everyone. The Jianlong Clan was a monstrous existence, the only existence comparable to the Alchemy Kingdom in the Stone Medicine World. With its protection, one wouldn't have to worry about offending anyone. However, this writ also couldn't tempt Li Qiye.
The arrogant Jian Wushuang stood up and spoke in a serious tone: "I will trade a supreme secret technique for the Longevity Fruit."
Li Qiye didn't budge. In fact, he didn't even open his eyes.
As there was no response from the owner, Jian Wushuang gritted her teeth and lowered her tone once more: "I have three drops of Immortal Emperor Longevity Blood. If the owner is willing, then I will use the supreme technique along with the three blood drops to trade for this fruit."
Jian Wushuang didn't need the fruit, but she had an elder who really needed it. The rest of the buyers were shocked as they exclaimed: "What?! Immortal Emperor Longevity Blood?"
[collapse]Chapter 637: Bloodsoul Worm
As Li Qiye made it back to his room, the monarch followed right behind him and busily apologized: "Young Noble, this was all because of my negligence and not personally escorting Young Noble. Rest assured, I guarantee that these people from the Lie Clan will never appear in front of you again."
After hearing Bai Weng's report, the monarch thought that Li Qiye was taking his displeasure out on others.
Li Qiye said dismissively: "Such a trivial thing is not worthy of my attention. I pay no mind to insignificant characters like that, so Demon Monarch doesn't have to worry either. Moreover, in the future, the Lie Clan will not dare to appear before me."
The monarch was taken aback since he didn't know what Li Qiye was implying.
While the monarch was dazed, Li Qiye continued on: "Do not worry, Demon Monarch, I will go meet your Royal Lord tomorrow as I am not free right now."
The monarch calmed down and said goodbye to Li Qiye. He didn't dare to say anything else that could bother him.
After the monarch left, Li Qiye took out the pentagate to seal the room again and also took out the Alchemy Fowl from the Golem Square.
The chicken emitted a bright light along with a permeating medicinal fragrance; this was indeed a supreme bird. The seal on the chicken's body remained closed as Li Qiye put it on the table for a careful look.
Back at the Golem Square, Li Qiye had taken a look, but now he wanted confirmation. He stared at its eyes then made a decision and took out the Myriad Heavenly Cauldron.
"Boom!" It landed next to Li Qiye and, with a wave of his hand, a flame fell to his palm.
The flame slowly condensed into a knife resembling a mysterious piece of ice that emitted the thick aroma of medicine.
Others would be dumbfounded by this scene. Controlling a flame to turn it into a blade was already difficult, but controlling a flame to turn it into ice was even harder!
Li Qiye pushed the chicken down and intended to dissect its stomach: "Little thing, let me see what you have swallowed."
The Alchemy Fowl struggled in fear, but it couldn't escape.
Li Qiye calmed it down: "Don't worry, my Iceflame Blade contains the essence of an alchemy trove, so even when I cut open your stomach, the wound will recover right away and it won't hurt you. Even if you don't want me to do it, the thing inside your stomach will make its way out anyway."
The Alchemy Fowl was no ordinary bird and was fully sentient, so it calmed down after hearing Li Qiye.
He slowly dissected the bird's stomach with his icy blade. He was as smooth as flowing water; not even a tiny mistake was made. Li Qiye was a master with no peers at dissection.
He found something that resembled a jade block the size of a finger. It was a bit like a seed.
Li Qiye took it out from the chicken's stomach and said: "Little thing, you were too greedy. You wanted to keep a treasure like this all to yourself."
"Plufff!" Suddenly, a spurt of blood shot out from the seed. Its velocity was matchless and was even faster than the speed of light as it shot towards Li Qiye, launching for his heart.
However, Li Qiye was prepared from early on and had the lamp in his other hand. The lamp released a black flame that instantly swept over the spurt of blood.
This bloody strand kept on morphing. At times, it resembled countless tentacles as thin as hairs. Other times, it looked like a ferocious face, yet afterward, it also undertook the shape of a holy existence.
This thing that resembled a drop of blood could take on many creepy transformations — this was indeed a terrible monster.
The drop of blood was afraid of the black flame and no longer dared to approach Li Qiye. It hovered in the air as it tested the flame with a thin tentacle. The moment this tentacle got close to the black flame, a sizzling sound appeared as it was burnt to a crisp.
Li Qiye ignored the thing trapped by the black flame and held the seed from the chicken's stomach for a closer inspection.
It was a finger-sized piece of black jade in the shape of a seed. Li Qiye looked at it closely then glanced at the Alchemy Fowl and said: "You were very lucky to meet such a divine item. However, you were too greedy and instantly swallowed it without any consideration. Did you want to become an Immortal Phoenix in one fell swoop?
"A divine item such as this cannot be hogged by you alone. Even the Bloodsoul Worm coveted it, but it was smarter than you. It only latched onto the item and waited for an amazing bird like you to swallow it."
The Alchemy Fowl relaxed after seeing the blood-like creature entrapped by Li Qiye, but it had an unwilling expression upon seeing the black jade in Li Qiye's hand.
Li Qiye smiled and shook his head: "You are lucky to have met me. Otherwise, sooner or later, you would have been sucked dry by the Bloodsoul Worm. It would eventually break out of your stomach and seize this divine item for itself."
The chicken was full of regret, but it couldn't do anything at this moment. Li Qiye noticed the unwillingness in its eyes and only smiled before speaking: "Don't worry, you can follow me; I will not mistreat you. You should know that a master like me will only appear once across the eons."
Li Qiye put away the black jade then flicked his hand as the cauldron shot out an ointment needle with a thread of medicine on its end.
One shouldn’t underestimate this needle, it is the transformed medicinal trove within the Myriad Heavenly Cauldron and could instantly close a wound. Li Qiye stitched up the chicken, and the wound closed as if nothing had happened.
He then unsealed the chicken, causing it to cry out at its newfound freedom. The chicken stared at the drop of blood that was trapped in the black flame and wanted to pounce over to kill it.
However, it was stopped by Li Qiye as he spoke: "I still have uses for the Bloodsoul Worm."
He took out a box that contained a black seed full of thorns. This was the seed of the Evil Typha Tree; it had been refined by Li Qiye for a very long time now, so its appearance had greatly changed.
Li Qiye looked at the drop of blood trapped by the black flame. This was not a blood drop, it was a very evil and terrorizing poisonous creature called a Bloodsoul Worm.
It was just as rare as the Alchemy Fowl, and the two creatures were eternal enemies. When both creatures went all out, it would be hard to determine the victor.
Li Qiye waved his sleeve once more as a group of flames from the cauldron fell into his hand. In an instant, this group of flames immediately turned into immemorial icicles.
These icicles started to pin down the Bloodsoul Worm trapped inside the flame. The worm tried to wiggle around, but it couldn't move at all due to being pinned by the icicles.
Li Qiye then placed the worm on top of the Evil Typha Seed as all the thorns on the seed latched onto the worm. The worm struggled, but it was meaningless.
With that, Li Qiye recalled his icicles. How could it just sit there and await its death? The moment the worm was freed, it recklessly crawled into the seed of the Evil Typha Tree, wanting to devour it. However, the Evil Typha Seed didn't back down. It tightened its thorns and tried to swallow the worm as well.
At this time, Li Qiye inserted a universal law as thin as silk into the Evil Typha Seed, giving birth to a maelstrom inside. This boundless magical rune was the culmination of Li Qiye's refinement, and it turned into a maelstrom.
With this refinement, the Bloodsoul Worm and the Evil Typha Seed slowly became one. After a while, the transmutation of the two was finalized. The Evil Typha Seed was no longer black, it was of a crimson color just like blood.
"Excellent, I had thought over this method for a long time now but hadn't met a suitable evil creature." Li Qiye looked at the seed in his hand and murmured: "I will create the strongest plant in this world!"
There was no further need to describe the strength of the Evil Typha Tree, and the Bloodsoul Worm was also a frighteningly powerful evil creature. The amalgamation of these two existences would become a wicked and mighty being beyond one's imagination!
He put the Evil Typha Seed back into the box and sealed it. There would be a day when he would need this powerful existence.
Afterward, he took out the black jade item again for another look: "Good stuff, not too many people have seen this thing since the start of time."
In the eyes of others, Li Qiye was crazy for spending 200 Immortal Emperor Refined Jades to buy an Alchemy Fowl — only a madman would do so.
However, Li Qiye was far from insane because he noticed that there was something strange about the Alchemy Fowl.
It was not listless because of being sealed, it was because its body had a certain something inside. It swallowed a divine item, but who would have thought that its enemy had been slumbering within? The Bloodsoul Worm and the divine item both creeped inside the chicken's body.
The worm was a very evil creature. Once it latched onto an existence, that existence’s Longevity Blood would be sucked dry until the worm got its fill. It would then break out of the corpse and come out. Very few people were capable of subduing such a sinister creature.
Because the chicken swallowed the worm and its strength was sapped by the worm, the three Virtuous Paragons were able to capture it.
Li Qiye had rich experience and had seen countless things. After a single glance, Li Qiye immediately knew that the chicken had a Bloodsoul Worm in its body.
Chapter 638: Destruction Of The Lie Clan
Contrary to others' belief that he was crazy, Li Qiye using Immortal Emperor Refined Jades to buy this Alchemy Fowl was a huge profit! Buying three extremely rare and precious things in one breath, what could be better?
Li Qiye observed them for a bit before putting everything away. Then, he tapped on the cauldron next to him and gave a command: "Go. Under the capital is a Fire Source that has been strengthened with a spirit. Although it is not comparable to the supreme flames you have devoured before, this is something created by me and its spirit is not bad. Devour it and deal with some little problems for me on the way."
The cauldron received Li Qiye's command then crawled under the earth and disappeared.
After the monarch left Li Qiye's room, he told Bai Weng to take good care of Li Qiye while he immediately went to visit the Demon King in the palace.
There was a secret conference going on with all of the strongest demon monarchs of the Giant Bamboo Country present.
Ancient Pine spoke: "Your Highness, Young Noble Li didn't want to come to the palace for a meeting."
Madam Zi Yan nodded and said: "I have heard about the Golem Square's events."
Another Demon Monarch spoke austerely: "He's this arrogant? Does he want Her Majesty to go see him herself?"
This was one of the eighteen monarchs, the Eagle Demon Monarch.
Madam Zi Yan shook her head and said: "It's not his fault. With such amazing pill techniques, he could just utter one word and countless people in the Stone Medicine World would line up to earn his favor. Even imperial lineages would be happy to commission him. Such a peerless alchemist would be well-received anywhere he goes. Not to mention, someone full of treasures like him doesn't need anything. It is hard to get his interest."
At this point, she sighed gently and lamented: "Our Giant Bamboo is only a small country. I'm afraid we won't be able to keep an alchemist like him."
Ancient Pine couldn't help but suggest: "How about Your Highness goes to personally meet Young Noble Li? I see that he has some love for our Giant Bamboo Country, so if Your Highness shows up personally, then maybe Young Noble Li will be moved by the sincere gesture."
Ancient Pine knew that a supreme alchemist with no need for treasures or money like Li Qiye couldn't be convinced by material objects. They had to use a different method to impress him.
Madam Zi Yan was very open minded and felt that Ancient Pine made a lot of sense: "If Young Noble Li is willing, then I don't mind making a trip. A peerless alchemist in this generation is worth a personal trip to recruit him."
Another Demon Monarch voiced his concern: "This… doesn't feel right. Your Highness is the Royal Lord of our country, how about we go welcome him instead?"
"No." Madam Zi Yan shook her head and said: "So what if I am a Royal Lord? Every Alchemy Emperor is treated as one's most esteemed guest, even Immortal Emperors are no exceptions. It is certain that Young Noble Li will become an Alchemy Emperor, so an ordinary Royal Lord like me greeting him personally is how it should be."
"I wonder if Young Noble Li will be willing to stay or not." Eagle voiced his musing: "Your Highness needs to have another plan. If we can't keep him, then Your Highness needs to pick another participant for the conference."
The Eagle Demon Monarch was somewhat related to the Qing Clan, so he wanted to help them.
Madam Zi Yan nodded and said: "I'll have made my own decision by that time."
Another demon monarch said: "Your Majesty, Young Noble Huangfu from the Huangfu Clan is interested…"
The madam quickly interrupted this monarch: "Do not mention this matter again."
Her imperial prestige made others not dare to look straight ahead. A Demon King was still a Demon King, so Madam Zi Yan's power was not to be underestimated.
The monarch who brought this issue up immediately shut up and didn't dare to say anything else.
Madam Zi Yan declared: "Tomorrow, I will personally go greet Young Noble Li. It would be best if he could join the palace for some time."
The moment she made her decision, a confidant hurriedly rushed in: "Your Highness, Your Highness! Something big has happened!"
Madam Zi Yan noticed the confidant's urgency, so she grimaced and asked: "What happened that's causing you to be so anxious?"
The confidant quickly said: "The Lie Clan is finished!"
One demon monarch stood up right away and asked in surprise: "Finished? Finished how?"
Although the Lie Clan was not an invincible clan, it was quite formidable within the capital, not to mention that they were also the number one alchemy clan in the capital.
It was not easy for such a clan to be finished in such a short amount of time.
The eighteen demon monarchs and Madam Zi Yan were all startled. They knew the Lie Clan still had several living ancestors. Although their ancestors were not comparable to those from the great powers, they were still top ranked experts. With their presence, the Lie Clan shouldn't have fallen so easily.
Another monarch rapidly inquired: "Just what had happened exactly? You need to be more clear."
The confidant answered at once: "It happened not long ago. The Fire Source under the Lie Clan suddenly exploded and blew away their ancestral ground. Their ancestors wanted to suppress the blast but were incinerated by the scorching Fire Source. People said that the Fire Source soared into the sky and rushed into the Lie Clan, killing Lie Jie, the Lie Clan's Young Noble. Our disciples said that the flame penetrated the stone heart of Lie Jie in just one second. Although the rest of his body is still intact, his soul is definitely done for."
After hearing this report, all the monarchs looked at each other. The Lie Clan was known as the number one alchemy clan in the capital for a reason — their Fire Source.
This Fire Source not only helped them by providing great cauldrons, it also made their pill refinement much easier. An alchemist in the capital had previously proclaimed with disdain: "The Lie Clan's skill at alchemy is only third-rate at best. They would be nothing without that Fire Source."
Although these words were quite extreme, there was a hint of truth to them. The Lie Clan's alchemy dao was not particularly outstanding; they would have been overthrown long ago without the Fire Source.
"The Lie Clan's prestige and ability to refine great pills were mostly due to this Fire Source." One Demon Monarch murmured: "If the Fire Source has been destroyed, the Lie Clan will fall into the abyss and will never be able to rise again."
"Their demise is certain." An alchemist among the eighteen said: "Their alchemy dao relied on a few old geezers for support. Their younger generation can't reach the apex. Now that those old men have been burnt to ashes, the slightly excellent Lie Jie had been killed, and most importantly, their Fire Source has been destroyed, the Lie Clan can only withdraw from the alchemy path."
Madam Zi Yan sat on her throne and pondered for a moment before speaking: "This is quite strange. The Fire Source has been passed down for a long time; the Lie Clan has been guarding it generation after generation. It has always been very stable with its own sentience and is not the type to change or go wild. Why did it explode without any prior warning?"
It was not without reason that Madam Zi Yan was able to become the Royal Lord since she had many outstanding aspects. The moment she received the news, she understood that something was wrong about it.
The monarchs looked at each other and felt that the madam made sense. Ancient Pine suddenly recalled something and shuddered. He stood up and told the madam: "Your Majesty, I just recalled something. Perhaps it has something to do with this matter."
Madam Zi Yan quickly urged: "What is it? Tell me."
The Lie Clan was a big clan in the capital, so their fate left the madam puzzled.
Ancient Pine told the story of how Lie Jie blocked Li Qiye's path since Bai Weng had reported it to him in great detail. And now, the Lie Clan's demise reminded him of this matter.
Ancient Pine continued on: "I heard my subordinates say that Young Noble Li had said that the Fire Source of the Lie Clan will definitely be destroyed."
Madam Zi Yan stood up and asked after hearing this: "Has Young Noble Li left your mansion at all?"
Ancient Pine shook his head in response: "When I left, Young Noble Li was still in the mansion. I believe he didn't leave at all."
After hearing this, Madam Zi Yan stood there, quietly thinking.
The Eagle Demon Monarch spoke: "Perhaps this is only a coincidence. It is normal for young people to utter a few words of arrogance."
"That's right." Another monarch added: "The Lie Clan has many experts, not to mention their ancestors. It would be difficult for an outsider to sneak into the Lie Clan without being detected, at least, for those of the younger generation. But in this case, the Lie Clan didn't seem to notice any outsiders, only their Fire Source's sudden explosion."
Madam Zi Yan thought about it a bit more and shook her head: "I'm afraid this matter is not that simple. That Fire Source definitely didn't explode for no reason since it also killed Lie Jie. The Lie Clan had so many people, so why did this flame only kill Lie Jie alone?"
She was not only a virtuous ruler but also very intelligent. This sparked more questions for the demon monarchs.
The alchemist monarch said: "If this wasn't an accident, then there are two possibilities. However, these two possibilities are quite unlikely."
Another demon monarch quickly asked: "Old Sun, don't keep us guessing. What are the two possibilities? Tell us so we can think about it together."
The alchemist monarch mused it through a little bit before speaking: "I have only heard of these two possibilities and have never seen them before. These matters are only in the legends, so it is hard to tell whether they are real or not."
Madam Zi Yan said: "Demon Monarch, go ahead and say it. Whether it is true or not is not important. At the moment, anything is possible."