Chapter 771: The Heavenly Record, the Splendor List

Facing Li Lu's furious rage, the disheveled Li Tong reined in the ferocity he had shown toward Li Luo and stammered in defense: "Li Luo has mastered the Nine-Turn Dragon Breath Refining Technique, and he even unleashed the 'Heavenly Dragon Thunder Breath,' one of the Nine-Turn techniques. Though we fought desperately, we were still no match for him."

"Stop making excuses," Li Lu snapped. "In the past decade, your squad is the first from our Dragon Bloodline to lose to the Azure Sky Flag."

He felt his face was utterly ruined—he had boasted to Li Li Qingfeng and Li Li Hongli that their Dark Blood Flag would make Li Taixuan's son pay his father's debt, but Li Tong had returned with a result that slapped him hard across the face.

After all, the Azure Sky Flag had declined so badly these past years that it had yet to even elect a new flag chief; before the results were announced, no one would have believed the Dark Blood Flag could lose.

"Forget it."

At this moment, Li Li Qingfeng waved his hand, smiling gently: "Let it be a loss—it's just one flag competition, and Li Tong hasn't come away empty-handed. At least he confirmed that Li Luo has some real ability. After all, mastering the 'Heavenly Dragon Thunder Breath' in just a few days proves his talent is quite extraordinary."

"Not surprising, given he's Taixuan's nephew."

Hearing Li Li Qingfeng defend him, Li Tong immediately cast him a look of gratitude.

Li Li Hongli's stunningly beautiful face showed no clear agreement. "It seems the Nine-Turn technique he obtained is indeed the 'Heavenly Dragon Thunder Breath'—fairly common, not among the top-tier of the Thirteen Nine-Turn Techniques."

Li Li Qingfeng chuckled: "You're being too picky. Whether common or not, the Heavenly Dragon Thunder Breath is still a Nine-Turn Technique—its power cannot be underestimated."

"Still, the power and methods Li Luo displayed this time are likely his limits. With his Minor Demon Palace realm, to have achieved this much is already quite impressive."

A charming smile appeared on Li Li Hongli's cold, proud face. "Though he shines a little, compared to Li Qingfeng-ge, he's but a firefly beside the bright moon."

"None of our Heavenly Dragon Five Bloodlines' generation can steal your spotlight."

Li Li Qingfeng smiled: "Li Hongli, don't flatter me too much. On the Heavenly Origin Shenzhou, prodigies are countless—other Li Tianwang-level factions also harbor astonishing talents."

"With your abilities, even among the young elite of the Heavenly Origin Shenzhou, you've earned your place among the top. Your name will surely appear on the Heavenly Record's Splendor List," added Jin Ming, the Great Flag Chief of the Silver Blood Flag, smiling as he praised.

Upon hearing the words "Splendor List," a glimmer of light appeared in Li Li Qingfeng's eyes. The Heavenly Record was a compilation launched by the Golden Dragon Treasure Bank's Heavenly Origin Shenzhou headquarters—it encompassed countless renowned people and things on the Shenzhou, compiling numerous rankings, such as the most prestigious and attention-grabbing Marquis List.

Beneath it were several subsidiary lists, one of which was the Splendor List.

The Splendor List recorded the occasional emergence of top-tier young prodigies across the Heavenly Origin Shenzhou. There was no ranking order on the Splendor List, but anyone listed had achieved remarkable victories and stood out conspicuously.

Though exceptions occasionally occurred, the Splendor List was largely dominated by Tian Xiang Jing cultivators. Our Heavenly Dragon Five Bloodlines certainly had such prodigies, but they were all slightly older than our generation. So although Li Li Qingfeng bore the demeanor of the top young talent of the Li Li Tianwang line, to make the Splendor List, he still needed concrete, undeniable achievements.

And this was precisely what Li Li Qingfeng desired—after all, youth is naturally fiery, and reputation held immense allure for them.

The Golden Dragon Treasure Bank enjoyed worldwide prestige, so although such lists were common and somewhat clichéd, their influence was far from trivial.

"Speaking of the Splendor List, the Qin Li Tianwang line has produced something extraordinary—Chu Qing reportedly, at Da Tian Xiang Jing, wounded a Marquis-level expert and escaped unscathed. Such a feat is truly remarkable," Li Li Hongli suddenly said, her gaze shifting.

"Chu Qing is indeed a peerless prodigy. He possesses dual phases—one Zhen Jiu Pin, one Upper Eighth Rank—and has mastered the Qin Li Tianwang line's famed Marquis Technique: 'Heaven-Piercing Battle God Fist.' His combat power is extraordinary," Li Li Qingfeng nodded.

"And then there's Qin Yi—Zhen Jiu Pin Water Phase, cold and noble, captivating to behold. Though she hasn't entered Tian Xiang Jing yet, her beauty earned her the title 'Water Immortal' on the Splendor List," Jin Ming chuckled.

Li Li Hongli shot Jin Ming a glance; he quickly suppressed his slightly lewd grin.

Li Li Qingfeng smiled faintly: "By the way… isn't Chu Qing the direct disciple of Qin Li Tianwang's Qin Qin Lian Hall Mistress?"

"And Qin Yi is her biological daughter."

When Li Li Qingfeng mentioned the name Qin Qin Lian, the expressions of those present turned subtly speculative.

For Qin Qin Lian was entangled in the scandal that once shook the Heavenly Origin Shenzhou and nearly sparked a clash between two Li Tianwang-level factions.

Back then, the Li Li Tianwang and Qin Li Tianwang lines attempted a marriage alliance, with the protagonists being—

Li Taixuan of our Dragon Fang line and Qin Qin Lian, Hall Mistress of the Qin Li Tianwang line.

But Li Taixuan had no interest in such a loveless alliance; instead, he fell for Tan Tai Lan, a woman with no notable background, yet whose brilliance dazzled the Heavenly Origin Shenzhou.

It was said that after Li Taixuan publicly rejected the marriage, Qin Qin Lian flew into a rage—clearly, she bore deep resentment toward his choice.

Afterward, rumors spread that Qin Qin Lian's "Fire Lotus Hall" secretly issued orders forbidding any member from having even the slightest connection with the Dragon Fang line, and if conflict arose, they were to fight to the death.

Later, Li Taixuan departed the Heavenly Origin Shenzhou with Tan Tai Lan, and over time, the scandal faded from memory.

But now, with Li Luo's return, this spark might stir up some ripples.

If Qin Qin Lian learned of Li Taixuan and Tan Tai Lan's son, she would surely find it hard to let go. Though Li Li Jingzhe of the Dragon Fang line has said past grievances end with the previous generation… what of the next?

Li Li Hongli's red lips curved into a smile. "It seems our Dragon Bloodline's elder's birthday is coming soon, doesn't it?"

Li Li Qingfeng nodded slightly—he seemed to understand what Li Li Hongli implied. "The elder, as head of the Mountain Line, has always wanted to mend ties with the Qin Li Tianwang line. He strongly pushed for that marriage alliance back then, but unfortunately…"

"I've heard from elders in private that this time, for the birthday, the elder may invite members of the Qin Li Tianwang line—even Qin Qin Lian herself. He may wish to thaw their frozen relationship."

Li Li Hongli covered her mouth with a light laugh. "Qin Qin Lian's temperament isn't the kind to easily let go of grudges."

"So if she truly comes… there will surely be a show."

Li Li Qingfeng smiled. If Qin Qin Lian truly came, she would surely bring her prodigious disciple and daughter—then, there would inevitably be turbulence.

But that's none of our concern. Let the Dragon Fang line deal with it—it's their own mess to begin with.

He said no more, waved his hand, and rose to his feet, leading everyone out of the square.

The Demon Pit training has concluded. Though a minor hiccup occurred at the end, it's inconsequential. A small defeat by the third squad of the Dark Blood Flag won't change anything.

After all, this isn't the barren Outer Shenzhou.