Son-in-law Heaven Emperor Xiao Yi-Chapter 1720: 1681: Sorry, I Refuse! (Part 2)

Capítulo 1720: Chapter 1681: Sorry, I Refuse! (Part 2)

Xiao Yi shrugged his shoulders and his gaze swept around the valley: “I think that other than the esteemed Life Saint Emperor, there really isn’t anyone capable of crafting this valley into such a state, much less effortlessly brewing Enlightenment Tea!”

Enlightenment Tea is not simply about finding the Enlightenment Tree and steeping it in boiling water.

The techniques and secrets involved can’t be fully explained even in three days and nights.

The skilled methods of the person before him aren’t something that can be mastered overnight.

Thus, Xiao Yi could naturally deduce the identity of the person in front of him.

The Life Saint Emperor nodded with a smile, saying: “You are indeed the only one in all these years who has managed to come here, appearing before me. Xiao Yi, you have not disappointed me!”

Xiao Yi replied: “Thank you for your praise, senior. Getting here also involved an element of luck!”

“Hahaha, sometimes luck is indeed more important than strength!”

The Life Saint Emperor shook his head as he spoke.

As he said this, a trace of helplessness and unwillingness flashed in his eyes, his voice lowering slightly: “In those years, it was just my bad luck; otherwise, I wouldn’t have ended up like this…”

He seemed to be muttering to himself.

Or perhaps it was something meant for Xiao Yi to hear.

Xiao Yi pretended not to understand, simply waiting quietly for the Life Saint Emperor to speak on his own.

When dealing with an old fox who has lived countless years, one must hold the initiative; otherwise, one could be led by the nose.

Of course.

The key is that he does not believe that such a powerful Saint Emperor, one capable of creating a perilous and ever-changing world like the Ancient Life Realm, would so easily expose his vulnerability to someone he is meeting for the first time.

The Life Saint Emperor gave Xiao Yi a meaningful look.

The previous unwillingness and helplessness on his face vanished, replaced by a touch of cold indifference and calm: “Xiao Yi, all along your journey in the Ancient Life Realm, I’ve observed your progress intently. Do you know, initially, I actually did not have high hopes for you. I favored that Heavenly Tao Pavilion Master more, but he hesitated to take the last step on the reincarnation path…”

“Hesitate to take the last step?”

Xiao Yi was startled, looking at the Life Saint Emperor with confusion.

He initially thought the Heavenly Tao Pavilion Master was trapped in the reincarnation path.

But judging from the Life Saint Emperor’s words, was that not the truth?

The Life Saint Emperor spoke with a peculiar expression: “Do you really think the reincarnation path could trap him?”

Xiao Yi remained silent.

Although he didn’t want to admit it…

The reincarnation path had not impacted him much.

As for someone like the Heavenly Tao Pavilion Master, even now, Xiao Yi couldn’t fully understand his thoughts. Coupled with the Life Saint Emperor’s speculation, Xiao Yi felt it possible the Master willingly chose not to break through the reincarnation path.

Why would he do that?

One must know.

He was stuck at the Half-Step Saint Emperor Realm, just one step away from breaking through to the Saint Emperor Realm!

If he acquired the Life Saint Emperor’s inheritance, he might directly ascend to the Saint Emperor Realm.

Why did he stop at such a critical juncture?

Xiao Yi vaguely felt that the reason the Heavenly Tao Pavilion Master did this seemed to be for him.

If the Heavenly Tao Pavilion Master wasn’t trapped here, he would never have without hesitation abandoned the safety of the Qingtian Realm to come here.

Upon realizing this.

Xiao Yi increasingly believed it was a high possibility.

However.

He still couldn’t figure out why the Pavilion Master would do that?

To bring him here for benefits?

Why would he do that?

Pondering for a moment, Xiao Yi asked: “Senior, if the Heavenly Tao Pavilion Master himself chooses not to break through the reincarnation path, what about others like Wu Chaofan and Gloomy Rain Sword? Do they also not wish to break through?”

“Them? Hmph…”

The Life Saint Emperor let out a cold hum before saying: “For the powerful of the Longevity World, the difficulty of the reincarnation path is a hundred times, a thousand times harder than for you. Therefore, people from the Longevity World almost can’t break through it. Moreover, anyone from the Longevity World who attempts the path can expect never to have a chance at achieving the Saint Emperor status this lifetime.”

Hiss!

Xiao Yi drew a sharp breath.

Though the Life Saint Emperor’s words were calm, Xiao Yi could still sense the intense bitterness.

Clearly, the Life Saint Emperor held deep resentment towards those from the Longevity World.

Silently severing their pathway to the Saint Emperor status.

This is far crueler than simply killing Wu Chaofan and the others!

The Life Saint Emperor’s piercing gaze fell upon Xiao Yi, speaking firmly: “Although, at first, I had high hopes more for that Heavenly Tao Pavilion Master. His talent and temperament align so well with my own. If he received my inheritance, he could undoubtedly carry on my legacy perfectly. Alas, he is unwilling, and I cannot force him. Yet, your emergence surprised me greatly; you weren’t the most dazzling when you entered the Ancient Life Realm, but your later accomplishments impressed me more and more…”

“Senior, you overpraise!”

Xiao Yi clasped his hands, modestly.

“No, I’m just stating the truth!”

The Life Saint Emperor remarked lightly, facing Xiao Yi seriously, “Xiao Yi, your arrival here proves there is a connection between us. Your talent is indeed satisfactory to me, and I wish to bestow all my lifetime inheritance, as well as a treasure coveted by the Longevity World moguls for eons, upon you. Do you accept?”

The Life Saint Emperor’s inheritance.

In addition to the treasure that the Longevity World’s leaders have not given up trying to obtain for hundreds of thousands of years.

It’s an offer few could refuse.

If it were someone else…

They would likely be on their knees, eagerly accepting the inheritance.

Yet, even in his excitement, Xiao Yi remained calm, speaking solemnly: “If I could receive Senior’s inheritance and the treasure, naturally, I would be delighted. However, before making a decision, I wish to understand… what might I have to give in return if I accept your inheritance and gift?”

He firmly believes in no free lunches, and no pies falling from the sky.

The more you gain.

The more you will have to give in return.

The Life Saint Emperor looked at the wary Xiao Yi, feeling slightly displeased, as he was indeed a dignified Life Saint Emperor.

Even among the many Saint Emperors of the Longevity World, he was among the elite.

Moreover…

He possessed such a treasure.

A treasure that even Saint Emperors would covet, willing to risk their lives for.

And yet Xiao Yi remains hesitant?

Sigh!

The Life Saint Emperor took a deep breath and slowly exhaled, eyes brimming with overwhelming hatred, saying: “I just need you to promise me three things!”

“Speak, Senior!” Xiao Yi replied.

The Life Saint Emperor continued: “Years ago, after obtaining such a treasure, I had a chance to ascend to the Saint Sovereign Realm. However, I was betrayed by my once closest friend and ambushed, fleeing wretchedly here, resulting in my demise. I want you to promise me, once you have the strength, to kill Ye Tianchen, the Grand Elder of the Yin Yang Sect in the Longevity World, for my sake!”

Xiao Yi pondered for a moment and then nodded: “I can do that!”

The Life Saint Emperor sighed with relief before continuing: “Ye Tianchen’s betrayal led the Yin Yang Sect, Mount Sumeru Tao Sect, Heavenly Treasure Sword Sect, and Azure Cloud Tower to send sixteen Saint Emperor Realm experts to hunt me down. I want you to eliminate these sects if you have the power in the future!”

Xiao Yi slightly frowned.

Killing one Saint Emperor isn’t too difficult.

Given enough time, Xiao Yi is confident he can aim for even the Saint Sovereign Realm, which is beyond the Saint Emperor.

But eliminating entire sects.

Means dealing with tens to hundreds of thousands of people!

However.

Recalling this is the Longevity World, a historical enemy of the Qingtian Realm.

Xiao Yi nodded: “Alright, I agree!”

“The last condition!”

The Life Saint Emperor’s eyes narrowed, filled with madness and fervor, fixed intensely on Xiao Yi, “The Heavenly Tao Pavilion Master’s talent is astounding, and his body suits me perfectly. I want you to assist me in taking over his body. If you agree to these three conditions, everything will be yours…”

However…

Xiao Yi unhesitatingly, coldly responded: “I’m sorry, I refuse!”