Chapter 807

Li Jing smiled: "See, Lady? I told you there was nothing to worry about."

Yin Shi rolled her eyes: "It's just to put our minds at ease—it's still a bother to Lord Daojun."

"By the way, Nezha, did Lord Daojun give any other instructions?"

Nezha paused to think, then decided to reveal everything: "Lord Daojun also said that even though Shi Ji is dead, the great tide of heaven and earth won't change. The Shang dynasty will still fall—unless we march to Chaoge, destroy the king and the fox demon, and install a worthy ruler instead."

"Don't mention this again," Li Jing shook his head. "Though we possess great powers, sticking our noses where they don't belong isn't wise."

Yin Shi nodded: "Yes. As long as our family stays safe and sound, let the other feudal lords worry about Chaoge."

Li Jing waved his hand: "Lady, Muzha, Jinzha, go freshen up. Then come with me to visit the Long Gong."

"The Long Gong?" Yin Shi exclaimed.

Li Jing recounted the earlier events.

Yin Shi listened, then nodded gently.

"Since Long Wang invited us, we'll go together. But Muzha, Jinzha, Nezha—you three must not misbehave or break decorum at the Long Gong. Otherwise, next time, I won't take you."

At this, the three brothers quickly pledged their obedience.

……

After half a day, Li Jing's family, fully dressed, arrived at the shore of the Eastern Sea.

No sooner had they reached the beach than the sea split open; a giant sea turtle parted the waters, landed on shore, and transformed into an old man.

"Servant Turtle, Chancellor of the Eastern Long Gong, greets General Li Jing, Lady Li, and the three Young Masters."

Li Jing promptly returned the bow: "Chancellor Turtle, you're too formal."

"General, you're too kind."

Chancellor Turtle beamed, his impression of Li Jing greatly improved.

This man, spoken of by Long Wang as possessing immense power, was unexpectedly humble in manner—unlike most great cultivators—and he felt genuine respect.

As they spoke, Chancellor Turtle provided each of them with a Water-Repelling Pearl, then led them toward the Long Gong.

Along the way, every troop of the Eastern Long Gong bowed respectfully to the group.

"After Long Wang returned, he told us how General Li subdued Shi Ji and reclaimed the Dragon Pearl. Now, General Li and Young Master Nezha are saviors of the Eastern Long Gong—we're all deeply grateful!"

Li Jing laughed: "Long Wang is too generous. Even without us, you could have reclaimed the Dragon Pearl."

As they spoke, the Long Gong came into view.

As the dominant power of the Eastern Sea, the dragon race lacked no resources; the Long Gong was lavishly built, translucent and shimmering with dreamlike radiance.

Each brick and stone, if placed in the mortal world, would be priceless crystal.

Here, they were merely ordinary building materials.

A squad of shrimp soldiers and crab generals stood guard at the palace gates; upon seeing Li Jing's party, they immediately bowed.

"Greetings, honored guests—please enter!"

No sooner had they entered than Long Wang stepped forward to greet them, beaming, leading them into the grand hall.

Inside the hall, many Long Zilongsun were already seated; upon the group's arrival, they fell silent and regarded them with curiosity.

Long Wang introduced everyone, then ordered the feast to begin.

For this banquet, the Long Gong spared no expense—every dish was exceedingly rare and extraordinary.

"Long Wang, you've gone too far," Li Jing exclaimed in shock. "Such a feast—I, Li Mou, am unworthy."

Long Wang laughed: "General, you're too modest! Compared to the Dragon Pearl, these dishes mean nothing. Besides, I have a favor to ask!"

Li Jing was not surprised by Long Wang's words.

The Li family had risen overnight; if Long Wang wasn't tempted, that would be strange indeed.

Though the dragon race was the dominant species of heaven and earth, it was gradually declining with time.

As lord of the Eastern Sea, how could Long Wang pass up a chance to strengthen his race?

"Are you asking about Lord Daojun?" Li Jing asked bluntly.

Long Wang bowed: "I was indeed about to ask. If the General does not mind, I beg your guidance."

"This isn't a secret," Li Jing mused, glancing at Nezha. "Nezha, you know Lord Daojun—what do you think?"

Nezha smiled: "Father, before we left, Lord Daojun already foresaw this moment and gave instructions."

Long Wang and Li Jing were stunned.

"Foreseen this already?"

Nezha nodded: "Lord Daojun has calculated all heavenly patterns—what's strange about that?"

Long Wang pressed urgently: "Young Master Nezha, what did Lord Daojun say?"

"Lord Daojun said that if Long Wang wants cultivation methods, he may certainly receive them," Nezha stood, hands on hips, acting like a small elder. "But the Dao is not lightly given—it must be exchanged for rare treasures and spiritual artifacts."