Chapter 589: Tian Ji Zhou, Second Half

"That's right, this is the Dragon Bone Holy Grail, and it's the greatest harvest for all of you in this Holy Grail War."

Holding the coiled-dragon golden cup in her hand, Vice President Suxin smiled faintly and said with some emotion: "It's precisely this thing that caused the various Holy Academies in the Eastern Region's Outer Shenzhou to spare no effort fighting over it. This time we truly owe it to you. With this item, the dark cavern our academy has been suppressing should be able to remain peaceful for some time."

Li Luo's eyes flickered, and he said blankly: "I'm just a freeloader. It was mainly thanks to Sister Jiang Jiang Qinge and Her Highness the Princess."

"No need to play dumb in front of me."

Vice President Suxin gave a wry laugh, then pointed at the scarlet bracelet on Li Luo's wrist and asked teasingly: "How does the power of the Three-Tailed Heavenly Wolf feel to use?"

Li Luo stared at Vice President Suxin in astonishment, clearly not having expected that she actually knew this secret.

"Dean Pang told me everything."

Vice President Suxin said with some sighing: "But this truly surprised me. He actually chose you, a freshman of the One-Star Academy, and even swore up and down that you would definitely be able to bring back the Dragon Bone Holy Grail for the academy. What's even more surprising is that what he said actually came true in the end."

Li Luo smiled bitterly and said: "It was nothing more than borrowing external power and risking my life. It doesn't count as any real skill."

In truth, he didn't feel he was anything special. His final victory over the Red Armored General was entirely due to the power of the Three-Tailed Heavenly Wolf, and had little to do with him personally.

"Don't sell yourself short."

Vice President Suxin said in a gentle voice: "First of all, this kind of external power isn't something just anyone can borrow even if they want to. You don't understand what kind of impact and influence such terrifying power as the Three-Tailed Heavenly Wolf would have on a normal person at the Resonant Master Realm. I think, if it were someone else, like Senior Zhu Zhu Xuan of the Two-Star Academy, he would probably have been completely lost in that fierce, vicious power, lost his mind, and become a puppet of indiscriminate slaughter."

"Your resilient and calm disposition is the most important point in controlling the Three-Tailed Heavenly Wolf. Tian Ji Zhou only gives you a key to unlock this power."

"The Dean's eye for talent is indeed excellent. From the very beginning, he felt you could master this power."

Li Luo scratched his head, somewhat embarrassed by Vice President Suxin's praise, and said: "Actually, I didn't completely control the Three-Tailed Heavenly Wolf's power either. I paid a price for it. If it weren't for Sister Jiang Jiang Qinge's help, I might not be standing here so intact right now."

"You still did better than anyone else. After all, for someone at the Resonant Master Realm like you, the Three-Tailed Heavenly Wolf's power is far too dangerous."

Vice President Suxin shook her head, then raised her palm, and the "Dragon Bone Holy Grail" slowly drifted in front of Li Luo.

"Dean Pang cannot leave the dark cavern, so the matter he entrusted to you can only be handled by me on his behalf."

At the same time, she brushed past the spatial orb on her wrist, and a jade slip flashed into existence. She placed it in front of Li Luo and smiled: "This is the second half of 'Tian Ji Zhou.' With it, you should be able to activate all of the Three-Tailed Heavenly Wolf's power. But I must still remind you that the Three-Tailed Heavenly Wolf's power remains dangerous for you, so you must stay cautious."

Li Luo took the jade slip with immense joy. As his resonant power flowed into it, a wealth of familiar information immediately flooded his mind—it was precisely the second half of "Tian Ji Zhou" he had been craving.

Satisfied, Li Luo stored the jade slip, then his gaze turned to the "Dragon Bone Holy Grail" before him. He understood that after accepting the reward, it was time for him to truly spill some blood.

He wondered what exactly Dean Pang wanted his essence blood for.

Li Luo's thoughts churned for a moment, then he stopped hesitating. He took out a small knife and directly cut his fingertip, and fresh blood dripped down, falling entirely into the "Dragon Bone Holy Grail."

Yet this Holy Grail was extraordinarily peculiar. Though it contained a vast space within, when the fresh blood fell in, it seemed to act like an ordinary cup, gradually filling up.

After a while, when a hint of pallor appeared on Li Luo's face and even a sense of weakness crept through his body, he stopped supplying his essence blood.

Vice President Suxin took the Holy Grail, carefully put it away, and at the same time reminded Li Luo: "Regarding this matter, don't tell anyone else. Anything concerning the Dean attracts too much attention. Any little movement might draw unnecessary prying eyes and trouble."

Li Luo nodded and asked: "Vice President, with this Dragon Bone Holy Grail, will Dean Pang be able to appear within the academy now?"

Vice President Suxin pondered slightly and said: "I'm afraid it's not that simple. The depths of our dark cavern have some special and troublesome aspects; otherwise, the Dean wouldn't have been tied up for so many years unable to break free. However, with the Dragon Bone Holy Grail, the Dean will certainly have it much easier, and with some more preparations, he may very well be able to come out."

Li Luo felt a bit regretful upon hearing this. As for these "some more preparations," he had no idea how long he'd actually have to wait.

"Vice President, I helped the academy win back the Dragon Bone Holy Grail this time—does that mean the academy owes me a personal favor?" Li Luo suddenly turned his gaze to Vice President Suxin and asked with a beaming smile.

Vice President Suxin smiled and said: "You snatched back the Dragon Bone Holy Grail. Isn't that why I promised to give you the 'Sacred Tree Spirit Crystal' as a reward?"

"That's a separate matter," Li Luo argued.

"What are you trying to do?" Vice President Suxin stared at Li Luo.

Li Luo didn't beat around the bush, but said sincerely: "Of course, I hope that House Luolan House can receive help from the Sacred Mystic Star Academy."

fantuan.

The upcoming House Luolan House House Sacrifice would see covetous forces from all sides erupt. Those powers were formidable, and among them, the intervention of Marquis-level experts was inevitable. Although their House Luolan House still had Uncle Biao's protection, his own condition was poor, and he was but one man...

According to Li Luo's estimates, the openly hostile forces against their House Luolan House included Duzhe House and the Extreme Flame House. Beyond these, Lanling House was the most mysterious, but it was famous for assassination and intelligence, and could be regarded as an assassin organization. Such organizations put profit above all else, and if someone truly offered a huge price, they might well be willing to step in and get involved.

As for House House Jinque, whose relations were still considered friendly, it couldn't be fully trusted either. The friendship between such great Houses was too fragile. Moreover, House House Jinque's goodwill was built on the premise that both his parents were still around, but after all these years, there was still no news of his parents, so he likewise needed to maintain a measure of vigilance toward House House Jinque.

Counting it up, of the Five Great Houses of the Great Xia, the other four Houses all coveted House Luolan House to varying degrees.

Moreover, there was another important point: the Wang Ting of the Great Xia also needed to be guarded against. Although the Princess had repeatedly maintained friendly relations with them, in the current Wang Ting, the Princess's faction clearly wielded less authority than that Regent King.

But this Regent King, of all people, made Li Luo feel very dangerous. All along, both he and Jiang Qing had kept a respectful distance from him.

So during the House Sacrifice, what attitude this Regent King would take remained unknown.

Hearing Li Luo's words, Vice President Suxin's expression remained calm, showing no surprise—clearly, her wisdom had long seen through Li Luo's intentions. She was silent for a moment, then slowly shook her head.

"Li Luo, although I really want to help you, I'm very sorry..."

"The Sacred Mystic Star Academy's neutral stance is the foundation of our existence. We will absolutely never participate in any struggle between any factions of the Great Xia for any reason."

She let out a soft sigh.

"So, regarding House Luolan House, the Sacred Mystic Star Academy cannot help you."