Chapter 819: Confrontation

The originally bustling Jin Dian fell suddenly silent; the many guests present kept their eyes straight ahead, yet in their hearts they murmured, "Finally, it has come."

After all, the grudge between Qin Qin Lian and Li Taixuan and Tantai Lan once shook the entire Outer Shenzhou; back then, two Li Li Tianwang-level powers nearly erupted into conflict.

And if powers of such a level truly clashed, the entire Outer Shenzhou would surely tremble.

Fortunately, both sides showed some restraint, and it ended with Li Taixuan and Tantai Lan leaving the Outer Shenzhou; yet now, nearly twenty years have passed. Although Li Taixuan and Tantai Lan have not yet returned, they have sent a son back to the Dragon Tooth Pulse.

The reason Qin Qin Lian came to the Dragon Blood Mountain Range to offer birthday wishes is likely more to see this son of Li Taixuan and Tantai Lan.

However, that youth named Li Luo, though his parents are not present, has his most weighty grandfather, Li Li Jingzhe, here; moreover, to welcome back this grandson who had been lost, Li Li Jingzhe had already declared that the grudge of the past ends with the previous generation. Thus, if Qin Qin Lian attempts to bully the young with the power of the old to suppress Li Luo, Li Li Jingzhe, seated in the upper position, will surely not permit her to run wild.

In this suddenly silent atmosphere, Li Luo rose calmly, facing Qin Qin Lian and saying, "Li Luo greets Hall Master Qin Qin Lian."

Inside the Jin Dian, many gazes secretly scrutinized him; clearly, regarding this son of Li Taixuan and Tantai Lan who returned from the Outer Shenzhou, they harbored a certain curiosity.

After all, back then, Li Taixuan and Tantai Lan were far too prominent in the Outer Shenzhou; many of the present Marquis-level experts rose in that era, so they all understood the oppressive pressure brought by that man and that woman.

And for these two, it would be strange if their son did not arouse curiosity.

They scrutinized Li Luo, nodding slightly; "Hmm, this appearance is indeed not bad. In terms of looks and temperament, he possesses the style of those two from back then. However, this Phantasmal Power fluctuation is merely at the Great Phantasmal Palace Realm; it is rather weak."

After all, the geniuses of the same generation now are at least at the Phantasmal Body Realm at the very least; Li Luo's Great Phantasmal Palace Realm is truly insufficient to look at. That Outer Shenzhou indeed has far inferior heaven and earth energy compared to the Inner Shenzhou.

Qin Qin Lian's gaze, sharp as a knife, fixed on Li Luo. After a quick up-and-down scrutiny, Li Luo's appearance almost instantly revealed the shadows of Li Taixuan and Tantai Lan, causing her eyes to grow even colder. The impression those two left on her was so profound that even death would find it hard to forget.

"Where are Li Taixuan and Tantai Lan? After so many years, are they still alive?" Qin Qin Lian asked in a cold voice.

"My father and mother are certainly still alive. Not only are they alive, but they live like an immortal couple, deeply affectionate, inseparable, bound together, and full of mutual love," Li Luo said with a smile.

Inside the Jin Dian, many people wore strange expressions; although Li Luo was not old, his skill in being sarcastic and biting was quite refined.

After all, who did not know the story between Qin Qin Lian and Li Taixuan back then? Now, Li Luo's emphasis on the affection between Li Taixuan and Tantai Lan was simply pouring deadly poison onto an open wound.

Just as everyone expected, Qin Qin Lian's face turned directly iron-green, and her voice was bone-chillingly cold: "What a sharp-tongued brat. Did Li Taixuan and Tantai Lan teach you only these things?"

"I do not understand Hall Master Qin Qin Lian's meaning; I was merely saying that my parents have a good relationship," Li Luo showed an innocent smile.

Evil energy rose in Qin Qin Lian's eyes.

"Hall Master Qin Qin Lian, as an elder, you are being aggressive toward a junior, speaking with sharp words. I feel that in terms of upbringing, you might be the one who most needs to go back and study properly." Just then, a cold voice filled with pressure came from within the Jin Dian.

Everyone looked over; it was Li Li Jingzhe, the Head of the Dragon Tooth Pulse, who had spoken.

Qin Qin Lian's expression changed slightly.

Li Li Jingzhe turned his gaze toward Qin Qin Zhiming and said calmly, "Hall Master Qin, you should also discipline her properly."

As a Head of the Six Divine Palaces belonging to the Qin Li Tianwang lineage, Qin Qin Zhiming heard this and smiled faintly, "Head Li Jingzhe is overreacting. Qin Qin Lian was merely asking; she did not use power to suppress anyone."

Cold light appeared in Li Li Jingzhe's deep pupils, and he said coldly, "The matter of the past has already been resolved back then. I have already stated before: whoever dares to bully the young to deal with Li Luo will have to bear the consequences of the Dragon Tooth Pulse's lack of courtesy."

The thunder-fire in Qin Qin Zhiming's pupils seemed to beat even more violently at this moment, and his voice grew cold and hard: "Head Li Jingzhe has quite a temper."

The cold gazes of the two King-level experts clashed. In that instant, the heaven and earth energy of this realm surged violently; a storm formed out of thin air above the Jin Dian, and even the void began to show signs of shattering.

Even the sky grew dim.

The other guests in the Jin Dian were all startled; they did not expect these two King-level experts to suddenly confront each other.

However, just at this moment, Li Li Tianji, the Head of the Dragon Blood Pulse seated in the main position, frowned slightly. He waved his sleeve, and a vast, overwhelming pressure descended from the sky, directly crushing the energy storm above.

Simultaneously, as his gaze swept over, the fluctuations produced by the clash of auras between Li Li Jingzhe and Qin Qin Zhiming were all completely smoothed out.

"You two, today is my birthday; there is no need to ruin the atmosphere, is there?" Li Li Tianji said heavily, seeming to harbor anger.

Hearing this, Li Li Jingzhe and Qin Qin Zhiming slowly retracted the terrifying pressure emanating from their bodies.

However, after this disturbance, the originally lively atmosphere grew slightly colder.

Anyone could see that the Dragon Tooth Pulse of the Li Li Tianwang lineage and the Thunder Fire Divine Palace faction of the Qin Li Tianwang lineage, even after so many years, still maintained a relationship as cold as ice. One could imagine that if not for the suppression by other factions on both sides, these two parties would have already erupted into a great war.

Seeing this, to ease the atmosphere, Li Li Tianji smiled and said, "Today, ten thousand guests have come to my Dragon Blood Mountain. Other conflicts are untimely, but we can let everyone see the young talents of this generation of the Li Li Tianwang lineage."

"Coincidentally, today is the day the 'Zhu Xuan Huang Dragon Qi Pool' opens; let them perform and show off for everyone."

To restore the atmosphere, Li Li Tianji clearly intended to open the 'Zhu Xuan Huang Dragon Qi Pool' early.

Inside and outside the Jin Dian, the many guests heard this and became interested.

Li Luo also secretly breathed a sigh of relief; finally, it has come. If not for waiting for this, this wretched banquet would not be worth staying for.

The other Great Flag Heads nearby also showed joy, rubbing their fists and readying themselves.

Just then, Qin Qin Lian looked at Li Li Tianji and said, "Head Li Tianji, I have heard that the 'Zhu Xuan Huang Dragon Qi Pool' of the Li Li Tianwang lineage is a rare opportunity. Today, amidst this grand gathering, my daughter also wishes to spar and exchange with the young talents of your pulse. So, I wonder if your pulse would be willing to let my daughter join in, merely as a gift for Head Li Tianji."

Upon hearing this, the many Great Flag Heads on the Li Li Tianwang lineage side were all startled; did Qin Qin Lian actually want Qin Yi to participate in the Zhu Xuan Huang Dragon Qi Pool?

If so, would that not add another powerful competitor?

Li Luo's brows also furrowed; Qin Yi's strength was extremely formidable, and her Zhen Jiu Pin Water Phase could not be underestimated. If she participated, she was likely aiming for the Golden Dragon Pillar.

Moreover, in between, she might target him.

After all, just now, in his words, he had not given Qin Qin Lian a shred of face; now that she sent Qin Yi to fight, it was likely to deal with him.

"The Zhu Xuan Huang Dragon Qi Pool is the exclusive opportunity of my Li Li Tianwang lineage; there has never been a precedent for outsiders to participate." Just then, Li Li Jingzhe spoke calmly.

Qin Qin Lian smiled faintly, "Is Head Li Jingzhe worried that after my daughter participates, the Dragon Tooth Pulse will return empty-handed this time?"

Qin Qin Zhiming also laughed, looked at Li Li Tianji, and asked, "Head Li Tianji surely does not think that my Qin Li Tianwang lineage covets your Zhu Xuan Huang Dragon Qi Pool? If so, next time our Qin Li Tianwang lineage's 'Nine Peaks Earth Qi' opens, we will also invite the young talents of your Li Li Tianwang lineage to try."

Li Li Tianji pondered slightly; Qin Qin Zhiming and Qin Qin Lian were so insistent, likely wanting to let Qin Yi display her abilities before these many guests and suppress the young geniuses of the Li Li Tianwang lineage. Such things, both sides had done countless times over the years.

However, since Qin Qin Zhiming had spoken, and even offered the 'Nine Peaks Earth Qi' as an exchange, under such circumstances, it was indeed difficult for him to refuse.

After all, the reason Qin Qin Zhiming could come to the Dragon Blood Mountain Range this time was due to his side's earnest invitation.

Thus, he finally nodded and smiled, "Very well. I have long heard of Qin Yi's Nine-Phase Water Phase; today's grand banquet is a chance for us to witness it."

With these words, the many guests present perked up; with Qin Yi's addition, the 'Zhu Xuan Huang Dragon Qi Pool' indeed had more to watch.

(End of Chapter)