Follow the path of Dao from infancy-Chapter 940 - 190: The End Meridian is Complete, Lord of the Many Stars (Guaranteed)

Chapter 940 -190: The End Meridian is Complete, Lord of the Many Stars (Guaranteed)

Li Hao’s words just now could already be considered a clear refusal.

Yet Ying Xiaoxiao did not become angry. Instead, Li Hao’s ability to resist temptation made her feel a certain sense of relief. In her eyes, this young man had been different from others since they first met in the Mortal World. Fame and fortune, rivalry and dispute, none of these ever seemed to sway his heart. And even now, he remained true to himself.

However, without Li Hao’s assistance, this expedition would inevitably result in some losses for the Divine Clan.

She remained silent for some time before fixing her gaze on Li Hao and saying, “If it wasn’t to assassinate the Source Ancestor, but rather to help my Divine Clan block a few of the Three Calamities Saints, would you be willing?”

“If that’s the case, simply lure the Three Calamities Saints who must be dealt with here. Should they persist in making trouble, I can help you eliminate them.”

Li Hao said.

Hearing this, Ying Xiaoxiao already understood Li Hao’s intent. He had no desire to become entangled in the conflicts between the Source Ancestor and the Divine Clan. This choice was likely out of regard for their friendship. Thinking of this, her heart felt a mixture of warmth and guilt as she said:

“In this impending calamity, the Source Ancestor will likely come to invite you as well. Will you accept his invitation?”

Li Hao shook his head slightly. “This is your conflict. I intend to go into seclusion soon and have no desire to meddle in these matters.”

Ying Xiaoxiao quietly breathed a sigh of relief. She also hoped that Li Hao could remain uninvolved in this affair. After all, ever since the Ancestor’s resurrection, far too many of their clan members had already been sacrificed.

“I understand. Farewell, and take care of yourself.”

Ying Xiaoxiao said. She gave Li Hao a deep look, knowing that this parting might lead to a future where their paths would never cross again—or perhaps, there wouldn’t even be a future to meet in.

After all, in this calamity, as the Goddess of her clan, she could not abandon her duty to fight. If the Ancestor were to fall in battle again, she would share the same fate. However, her clan had lived in shameful survival for far too long. They would rather choose a brilliant demise than remain hidden in such dreary and servile obscurity.

Ying Xiaoxiao departed. Li Hao watched in the direction she went, catching the faint floral scent lingering in the air—a trace left behind by her clothing.

He fell into momentary silence, knowing that this woman bore the burden of her clan’s mission. Yet, despite coming here to invite him, she did not make things difficult for him at all.

“Even a Saint cannot escape the vulgar… Fame, hatred, glory—can you truly sever yourself from them all…”

Li Hao murmured to himself.

The Emperor Sword manifested from the void. Hearing Li Hao’s words, it seemed to resonate with his emotions, emitting a soft hum in response.

Li Hao withdrew his gaze, turned, and returned to his small courtyard, resuming his seclusion and cultivation.

At the same time, Ying Xiaoxiao had returned to the Divine Hall hidden within the Divine Clan.

“Where is the Ancestor?”

Inside the Divine Hall, Ying Xiaoxiao saw many elder figures of her clan, including her grandmother, but not the Ancestor. Unable to help herself, she asked.

“The Ancestor has gone to retrieve its mount, the Fire Candle Dragon beast.”

Ying Qingshuang replied gently. But when she noticed Ying Xiaoxiao’s somewhat unusual expression, she added, “What’s wrong? Did Haotian Venerate not agree? Was he dissatisfied with the conditions? Did you tell him about the matters of the God Realm? His natural talent is indeed extraordinary, but to truly attain the level of the Source Ancestor or rival other Supreme Saints, natural talent alone is far from sufficient. A solid foundation is essential!”

“This is an exceptional opportunity for him. If the Ancestor is willing to grant him those Extreme Dao Powers, they could help him ascend to the God Realm!”

Reaching the God Realm would allow one to ascend in a single step, becoming a cornerstone figure even among the Supreme Saints.

Such temptation was not insignificant.

Ying Xiaoxiao, of course, understood this point. Yet, upon hearing her grandmother’s words, she did not rush to explain, but instead showed a trace of bitterness in her eyes and said softly:

“Grandmother, if he were to agree, would the Ancestor truly grant him those Extreme Dao Powers?”

Hearing this, Ying Qingshuang was stunned.

Having presided over the Divine Clan before the Ancestor’s return, her mind was far from simple. Her expression shifted slightly as she said, “Xiaoxiao, what nonsense are you spouting? Whatever the Ancestor decides, it has its reasons, and you should not question or overthink!”

As she spoke further, her tone grew sterner.

Ying Xiaoxiao looked at her grandmother, who was usually so gentle and tolerant toward her, and felt a pang of sadness in her heart. Her lack of eagerness in inviting Li Hao wasn’t merely because she didn’t want to drag the young man into such dangerous conflicts, but also because she had an unsettling sense that if he truly agreed, he might end up as nothing more than a pawn.

When the Ancestor made her swear upon her Dao Heart, she had already sensed that something was off. She was not foolish; on the contrary, she was exceptionally perceptive and astute about certain matters. Precisely because of this, she felt she could understand the young man’s heart.

Just as she could faintly see through this Ancestor’s heart, which did not seem as noble and gentle as the tales of her childhood had led her to believe.

Perhaps years of slumber had caused hatred to twist and obscure the Ancestor’s original nature.

Yet, as a descendant raised on teachings of devotion and ingrained clan belief, she was unwilling to delve too deeply into such thoughts.

Ying Xiaoxiao lowered her head, appearing to accept her grandmother’s reprimand. After a while, she finally said, “I told him about the matters of the God Realm. He also understands the difficulties of cultivating to reach it. It is indeed a great opportunity, but he seems disinterested and unwilling to involve himself in these affairs.”

Ying Qingshuang frowned, staring intently at her. “Xiaoxiao, this is a matter of great relevance to our clan. I hope you will not let personal emotions get in the way. Do not forget that you are our clan’s Goddess, bearing the mission of an entire race. The Ancestor is earnestly extending this invitation. If he accepts, it will only benefit him. Although there are risks, even if the assassination fails and this opportunity is lost, the Ancestor would immediately engage the Source Ancestor in battle. At that point, the Source Ancestor would be too occupied to harm him.”

Ying Xiaoxiao’s eyes grew even more sorrowful upon hearing these words.

She took a deep breath and shook her head, saying, “Grandmother, he truly does not wish to.”

“Did you tell him that if he agreed, you would be betrothed to him, forming an alliance with our Divine Clan? In this way, he would become the son-in-law of our clan. If the Divine Clan comes to rule the All Heavens in the future, he would surely gain unparalleled benefits.” Ying Qingshuang stared deeply into her eyes as she said this.