The Di family was outraged, all clamoring for revenge.
They had dominated Blood State for years, always arrogant and overbearing.
Their collusion with the Underworld Clan was to cultivate a Divine Son, their ambitions were vast.
The Di family had invested countless effort and resources into Di Tianzheng, molding him into a peerless genius with the aura of a deity, success within reach.
Yet, he was killed just like that. How could they swallow such an insult?
The high-ranking members began to deliberate, planning a swift and decisive strike to eliminate Ji Mo.
A wisp of chilling wind stealthily infiltrated, entering the conference hall.
Even though the hall was filled with cultivators of the Emperor Immortal Realm, including two peak Immortal Emperors, they detected no anomaly.
After eavesdropping for a while, the chilling wind coalesced into a human figure, emitting an arrogant voice: "Heh, just one Divine Son died, is that worth such a strong reaction?"
As the voice spoke and the figure appeared, the Di family's high-ranking members faced a formidable foe, their expressions changing drastically.
In a vital family stronghold, an outsider had infiltrated and overheard their most crucial secret. This person absolutely could not be allowed to escape, lest they face endless repercussions.
A young man clad in golden armor appeared.
His features were profound, his golden hair shimmered with luminescence, his demeanor extraordinary, and he casually cast a disdainful glance at everyone.
Even surrounded by the Di family's powerful cultivators, he did not flinch, remaining calm and composed.
"Who are you, daring to infiltrate the Di family's stronghold? You court death."
The Di family patriarch coldly bellowed, his gaze filled with murderous intent.
Because the intruder had heard what he shouldn't have, he had to be silenced to eliminate future trouble.
The youth showed no fear, calmly stating, "Rest assured, I have no interest in your disgraceful dealings with the Underworld Clan. I am here specifically to ask for a small favor. If completed successfully, the rewards I offer will allow your Di family to cultivate ten or even eight Divine Sons, no problem."
Upon hearing this, the entire hall fell silent, everyone regarding the youth with the gaze one reserves for an idiot.
Do you know the resources and conditions required to cultivate a Divine Son, young man?
Their Di family sacrificed their most outstanding direct bloodline, allowing the fifth general of the Underworld Clan to possess them. The strong united with the strong, and after countless sacrifices, they cultivated Di Tianzheng, who possessed heaven-defying talent.
Now, someone stood before them spouting such nonsense, claiming to easily cultivate Divine Sons. Who would believe it?
"Alas, one cannot discuss ice with a summer insect. Your perspectives are limited, you've seen nothing of the world."
The youth surveyed his surroundings with a condescending air, sneering repeatedly.
How had these Di family high-ranking members ever been so disdained? They were all filled with righteous indignation, about to unleash their killing blows.
But in the next moment, they all stopped, their faces filled with shock.
The youth casually waved his hand, and three drops of golden blood floated in the air, enveloped by brilliant divine radiance, a powerful, sacred aura washing over them.
"Divine Blood! These are three drops of essence blood from an adult divine beast!"
The Di family patriarch cried out in disbelief.
He was also a major figure, a man who had seen grand occasions. Even upon seeing divine blood, he could not maintain his composure.
The other Di family high-ranking members' eyes lit up, wishing they could seize it immediately.
"This is a down payment. After the deed is done, the divine blood, divine bones, and other materials I provide will surely satisfy you."
The youth looked at the Di family high-ranking members, their faces resembling country bumpkins, and curled his lips in disdain.
Inferior beings are simply inferior beings, having never seen the world.
"Truly?"
The Di family patriarch was moved, swallowing hard.
However, he was not blinded by profit and inquired, "Are you perhaps asking us to slaughter a god?"
After all, with such a hefty price offered, the target of their killing could not be ordinary.
"Heh, slaughter a god? With your capabilities?"
The youth did not hide his contempt and said, "Rest assured, I have no interest in your disgraceful dealings with the Underworld Clan. I am here specifically to ask for a small favor. If completed successfully, the rewards I offer will allow your Di family to cultivate ten or even eight Divine Sons, no problem."
The Di family patriarch looked incredulous. The other party was willing to pay an exorbitant price just to kill an Emperor Immortal Realm cultivator? Wasn't this a joke?
There was something fishy, definitely something fishy.
As if sensing the Di family patriarch's thoughts, the youth stopped beating around the bush and revealed, "Her strength is not much, but her identity is extremely noble. She is a dragon, an Ying Long."
"Ying Long!"
The Di family patriarch's scalp tingled.
Ying Long was one of the Ten Great Divine Dragons of ancient times, possessing extremely high status and influence within the dragon race.
If they truly killed a young Ying Long, and the matter was exposed, their entire clan would surely be annihilated by the dragon race, leaving no one alive.
"Don't worry, she secretly entered the Immortal Spirit Realm for training. As long as you act discreetly, there will be no repercussions. Moreover, you should be aware of the value of an Ying Long's corpse; it will all be yours, Di family."
The youth continued to entice, believing the Di family could not resist.
The one he wanted to eliminate was precisely Ying Menglong.
The Di family patriarch's expression shifted between uncertainty and clarity, staring directly at the youth: "With your strength, you must be capable of killing this Ying Long yourself. Why do you need to use others?"
Clearly, he was very cautious, fearing falling into some scheme.
"If not for the constraints of an alliance, why would I need your help? Let me tell you the truth: the epoch is likely coming to an end, and only by embracing darkness can we survive. Your Di family's choice to cooperate with the Underworld Clan suggests you have already made your choice, and we are on the same side."
The youth did not wish to waste more words and directly revealed the truth: "Those Ying Longs are all stubborn, inflexible, and out of touch with the times. Therefore, these black sheep must be thoroughly eradicated. Killing Ying Menglong is just the beginning; the Ying Long clan will be systematically dismantled and completely exterminated. Thus, your Di family need not have any reservations."
"Having you act is a sign of my respect. If you lack the courage, I can seek cooperation with other forces. I believe the Zhu family and other factions would be more than willing to serve me."
The youth was growing impatient.
The Di family's collusion with the Underworld Clan meant they had chosen to embrace darkness, yet they were so hesitant and unreliable.
It was merely killing a young Ying Long; why so many reservations?
A storm of shock surged within the Di family patriarch.
Although the youth's words were not entirely comprehensive, he had already vaguely guessed the general situation.
It turned out this involved internal strife within the dragon race, and someone intended to strike against the Ying Long clan.
From the youth's words, it could be inferred that he was also a dragon, and his status was undoubtedly high.
"My lord, everyone in my Di family is willing to serve you diligently."
The Di family patriarch cupped his fists and bowed deeply to the youth.
This old fox was also a shrewd individual, making his decision instantly and intending to pledge allegiance to the youth before him.
It was certain that the other party was also a true dragon, and his status within the dragon race must be quite high. By clinging to him, wouldn't the Di family soar?
The other Di family high-ranking members, realizing this belatedly, all paid their respects to the youth, expressing their submission.
This was a heaven-sent opportunity, and they had to seize it firmly.
The youth nodded with satisfaction: "Very good. It seems you know what's good for you. Immediately mobilize all your strength to kill Ying Menglong!"