Chapter 122

The people of the Nine States sighed deeply in unspoken accord.

His emotions were extraordinarily complex.

And his expression was filled with gloom.

Forget it, I'm tired, let it all be destroyed…

…………

"Could this youth's talent and genius really be this absurd?!"

He took in every word of the Heavenly Dao Golden List.

Ying Zheng let out a stunned exclamation.

His face was filled with visible awe.

Before this.

Even though Li Taibai had already manifested as a saint before the people of Mount Wudang.

Yet to him, it was merely a glance or two of higher regard.

But now.

He was truly terrified by this youth's talent and genius!

Entered the Grand Master realm in half a year, shattered the Peerless realm in two years, and achieved the Realm of Earthly Immortal in five.

It sounded utterly fantastical—even novels wouldn't dare write such a thing!

Even.

If this weren't what the Heavenly Dao Golden List revealed.

He would suspect the person spreading this news had gone mad!

Looking across the history of the Nine States, aside from the era before the Zhou Dynasty, which is now unverifiable.

Not a single one possessed such astonishing, transcendent talent!

Thus it is clear.

How horrifying this content truly is!

"Pity, this youth cannot serve me."

"Otherwise, with even slight cultivation, the Mythical Realm would be a certainty!"

After his shock, Ying Zheng remembered his own position.

He sighed with considerable disappointment.

In his eyes, curiosity toward Ximen Wudi grew ever denser.

Although the Heavenly Dao Golden List's words were simple.

But as an emperor.

He did not believe a being like Li Taibai would so easily pledge loyalty!

There must be countless unknown stories behind it.

And Ximen Wudi, who possessed such means—

How could he not be curious?!

Fortunately, Ximen Wudi did not know his thoughts.

Otherwise,

He would surely be left laughing and crying at the sheer absurdity of his imaginings.

In truth, Li Taibai simply could not be judged by ordinary standards.

Or rather,

His thoughts differed from those of ordinary people.

Martial Dao? It could exist, but it didn't have to reach some terrifying realm!

On the contrary,

Manifesting as a saint before the world was his lifelong pursuit!

In other words,

Strength is temporary, but being cool is a lifelong affair!

So,

Given his personality, there was no need to guess—he would choose the latter!

Great Yuan, Imperial Capital.

"As expected!"

"It seems the next rankings will unfold exactly as I foresaw."

Gazing at the Heavenly Dao Golden List in the void,

Tie Muzhen spoke slowly.

But as soon as he finished speaking, his brows furrowed slightly.

His expression turned envious and bitter.

"Yet this youth squanders such talent—what a waste, truly a crime against heaven!"

"If the Great Yuan had such a divine talent, within thirty years, the Nine States would surely fall under my control!"

As he spoke,

His envy was almost palpable in every word.

It was foreseeable.

If the Great Yuan Dynasty truly had a genius like Li Taibai.

He would spare no cost and cultivate the entire nation for him!

"Your Khan need not envy."

"Though our Great Yuan lacks such an exceptionally gifted individual."

"But isn't Li Taibai still alive and well?"

Beside him, Si Hanfei heard the allusion and understood the hidden meaning.

He spoke with a smiling face to offer reassurance.

"Oh? Your clan uncle's meaning is…?"

Tie Muzhen paused in surprise.

Then he suddenly understood.

A faint hint of interest unconsciously appeared on his face.

Indeed.

Exceptional geniuses like Li Taibai are hard to find, but can't we still find Li Taibai?

As long as we can locate him.

Would we lack the chance to recruit him?

As a ruler of grand vision and ambition.

He had always firmly believed.

There was no one in this world who could not be recruited!

Unless your leverage and methods were insufficient!!

Therefore.

Upon first hearing this suggestion, he couldn't help but laugh.

"Clan Uncle, you've truly awakened me from my dream!"

"Had you not reminded me, this Khan might have lost a great asset!"

Si Hanfei smiled faintly.

He shook his head, wearing an expression of humility.

"Your Khan flatters me—you were merely too close to see clearly."

"Otherwise, even without my reminder, I'm sure you would have noticed it immediately."

Tie Muzhen laughed heartily.

Even though he knew Si Hanfei was flattering him.

He still couldn't help feeling a little elated.