CHAPTER 887: CHAPTER 665: DIVINE BLOOD LINEAGE

Li Yi needs ten days before heading to the Red Gold Mountain to rescue Jiang Mingtian and Zhao Fangji because he requires time to cultivate Divine Blood and elevate his concentration to that of the direct lineage.

Of course, awakening Divine Arts would be the best outcome.

Therefore, in the following ten days, he excessively ate and drank to replenish the essence of Qi and Blood that his body needed, while also circulating the Five Elements Qi within his body to transform it into the purest mana.

Due to the Great Perfection of his Five Organs and Six Viscera in the Five Elements, the speed of his Divine Blood cultivation further accelerated.

In just eight days, Li Yi crossed that threshold and became a Divine Blood Direct Lineage Warrior, with the most notable feature being the appearance of certain special markings.

Li Yi was no exception.

On his body appeared a silver-colored pattern resembling lightning, which seemed to grow with the skin like a tattoo, unlike the Sacrifice Spell which can be hidden; this silver lightning mark, however, could not be concealed.

And at the moment he became a Divine Blood Direct Lineage Warrior.

Over the skies of the Xiu Xiang Family was a canopy of dark clouds, with rolling thunder and entwined lightning, as if responding to the world.

"Boom!"

A bolt of lightning struck down, landing precisely on Li Yi.

However, this lightning did not harm him at all; instead, it stimulated a power within his Divine Blood, a special force that harmonized with the heavens and seemed to grant him control over lightning.

Crash!

Another lightning bolt descended.

Li Yi, as if blessed with insight, reached out and grasped this falling lightning easily. In his hand, the lightning danced and lingered, eliciting a very peculiar feeling.

"So, it’s the power to control lightning?" He understood some characteristics of the Divine Blood Warrior.

But it wasn’t enough.

His concentration of Divine Blood had just reached the direct lineage level and he hadn’t yet comprehended Divine Arts from his bloodline. However, he knew this latent power within his blood was constantly surfacing; it wouldn’t take long for Li Yi to awaken Divine Arts.

And upon witnessing such an anomaly at home.

Xiu Xiang, Nanshan Bo, and others rushed over to watch.

"The Divine Blood Direct Lineage, Da Yi has finally reached this stage." Nanshan Bo stroked his beard and smiled, having long anticipated this day, though it came sooner than expected.

"It’s rare for Divine Blood Warriors to still transform after reaching adulthood. Da Yi is truly exceptional." Xiu Xiang was very excited, witnessing the emergence of a Divine Blood Direct Lineage Warrior firsthand.

This signified that Li Yi’s future achievements were at least at the level of a regional lord, with the ability to establish his own Divine Blood Family, bringing Nanshan Bo’s evaluations to fruition.

As a Merchant Master, funding a Divine Blood Direct Lineage Warrior was merely fortuitous because many Merchant Masters are willing to befriend them. However, supporting them before their growth is a distinction, one that Xiu Xiang alone held.

No, there was also that Merchant Lady Nuheng, who saw Li Yi’s potential.

"Master becomes a Divine Blood Direct Lineage Warrior."

Waiting for this moment, E Ji and Su Ji were very excited and joyful, as now they could bear Da Yi’s Divine Blood offspring.

Only Divine Blood Direct Lineages can produce Divine Blood descendants; this knowledge was shared by all.

"Becoming a Divine Blood Direct Lineage not only grants me the power to control lightning but also significantly improves my physical form." Li Yi inwardly remarked.

He saw a silver radiance flowing through his flesh and blood.

This radiance possessed ancient and immortal power, elevating the toughness of the flesh beyond the limits of ordinary warriors and allowing Li Yi to rely on Divine Blood’s power to match the physique of those from the Barbaric World.

With every gesture, he could exert Dragon and Tiger Power, tearing the void and withstanding Tao Skill attacks.

"Excellent, this is what I wanted: Five Qi Great Perfection, Divine Blood Direct Lineage, an astounding physique." Li Yi, at this moment, allowed lightning to strike him as if Crossing Tribulation, yet remained unwavering.

The lightning baptism of this world continuously stimulated and awakened the ancient Divine Power within his body.

Perhaps Divine Power has always existed within the heavens and earth, only resonating when one’s Divine Blood concentration reaches a certain level.

Once the lightning baptism completely ended,

Li Yi had several more lightning marks on his body, now clearer than before, symbolizing another portion of the power within his Divine Blood being activated.

"Xiu Xiang, it’s time to prepare to set off for the Red Gold Mountain." He felt the time was ripe to begin action.

"Yes." Xiu Xiang didn’t say much, simply making a promise.

"Da Yi, how about departing tomorrow?" He then asked, preparing for the journey.

Li Yi nodded: "Okay, tomorrow. I also need a day to rest, adjusting to peak condition."

"I’ll accompany you."

At this moment, Nanshan Bo said: "The Red Gold Mountain Master is a powerful warrior. Although Da Yi, you have fully become a Divine Blood Direct Lineage, significantly growing in strength, you’re still no match against the Red Gold Mountain Master."

Li Yi replied: "It would be an honor to have Nanshan Bo accompany me."

He didn’t refuse Nanshan Bo’s request, as since Nanshan Bo embarked on the cultivation path, his strength had also become formidable, providing significant support.

To celebrate Li Yi’s transition into a Divine Blood Direct Lineage Warrior, Xiu Xiang organized another feast.

Perhaps, about to depart for the Red Gold Mountain, potentially confronting a regional lord, this feast was of great importance. For some, it might be their last plentiful meal, so everyone enjoyed it thoroughly.

It was not until late at night that everyone dispersed.

Li Yi, as usual, returned to his room to rest. At this time, however, the slightly tipsy E Ji and Su Ji followed closely behind him, their beautiful eyes shimmering with irresistible charm under the starlight.

"You two should get some rest as well. We’re leaving tomorrow. You can stay within Divine Wood City; there’s no need to accompany me," he said.

But E Ji, bold as ever, said with burning eyes, "The Master has become part of the Divine Blood Lineage, let E and Su serve you tonight, and bear you a Divine Blood heir sooner."

Beside her, Su Ji also looked at Li Yi with some nervousness.

Both of them eagerly longed for this day to arrive.

Li Yi was taken aback for a moment, then calmly said, "My Divine Blood has just reached the standard of direct lineage, and I haven’t mastered the Divine Arts yet. You’re too eager to conceive a Divine Blood heir now. I’ll call upon you when I need you. Tomorrow, I must confront a rival and need a good rest."

He declined the kindness of the two beauties.

At the same time, he understood that if he continued to live in the Barbaric World for a long time, having offspring might be unavoidable.

However, Li Yi was no longer the bashful young man he once was, and was no longer as resistant to matters between men and women.

"As you wish."

The two beauties were not disappointed by Li Yi’s refusal and were still quite pleased because they knew this day would eventually come.

Li Yi watched the two beauties leave and then spent the night alone preparing.

The next day.

He traveled with Long Yu and Qiu Niu, leaving High Priest Dou Kun, Shanguo, E Ji, and Su Ji behind at the Xiu Xiang Family.

Meanwhile, Xiu Xiang had purchased a mutant beast for Nanshan Bo to use as a mount. The mutant beast resembled a goat but had a face similar to a human, looking rather terrifying.

As they were about to depart, Merchant Lady Nuheng had somehow heard the news of Li Yi’s journey to Red Gold Mountain and was already waiting at the door, riding a Good Wings.

"Da Yi, I heard you are heading to Red Gold Mountain. May I join you?" Merchant Lady Nuheng asked, a charming smile on her face as she sat on the back of Good Wings.

Li Yi said, "I’m going to Red Gold Mountain to face a rival. Having the Merchant along isn’t wise."

But Nuheng replied, "There’s plenty of gold in Red Mountain, and as a Merchant, I naturally have my reasons to go there. Rest assured, Da Yi, I won’t interfere with what you need to do."

"Since the Merchant insists, I won’t refuse," Li Yi said.

It seemed that Nuheng was quite familiar with Red Gold Mountain and not visiting for the first time.

"Da Yi, be extremely cautious on this journey. I’ve already alerted the Slave Master to await you at Red Gold Mountain," Xiu Xiang said. "The elders and beauties at home will be taken care of. Worry not, Da Yi."

"Thank you." Li Yi nodded and then called out, "Let’s set off."

Xiangyun soared as he mounted Qiu Niu, carrying Long Yu and the others, promptly leaving Divine Wood City, flying in the direction of Red Gold Mountain.

He hoped the journey would be smooth, hoping to rescue Jiang Mingtian and Zhao Fangji without conflict if possible.

However, as long as he didn’t face the Red Gold Mountain Master, Li Yi was confident in handling any danger.

At his current strength, he could rival someone in the Three Flowers Realm and pose no trouble against an ordinary Mountain Lord.

With this in mind.

Li Yi and his companions quickly traveled five hundred miles.

In just a moment, a large mountain bathed in red under the sun appeared before him—endless peaks spanning the horizon.

Within this mountain range stood beautiful jade, ancient trees, mutant beasts, and the most precious Red Gold.

"No matter how many times, your skills always invoke envy, Da Yi. We’ve reached five hundred miles in just a moment," Merchant Lady Nuheng marveled.

Li Yi remained silent, merely gazing upon the Red Gold Mountain Range, sensing numerous powerful auras—both human and mutant beasts.

However, he did not force his way in. Instead, he descended from Xiangyun and rode the mount, moving along the path into the mountain.

"We are Merchants from Divine Wood City here for commerce in Red Gold Mountain. Please grant us passage," Merchant Lady Nuheng called out loudly to the warriors guarding the mountain path of Red Gold Mountain.

Welcoming a Merchant on a trade mission, the mountain-guarding warriors said nothing more and directly granted passage.

After journeying a bit longer.

The group spotted a small city nestled in the mountains.

That was Red Mountain City.

It was built by the Red Gold Mountain Master, offering residence to those within the mountain, also serving as a rest area for Mountain Lords entering the range.

In front of Red Mountain City, a slightly gaunt middle-aged man had been waiting early.

"Are you the honored guest Da Yi from Xiu Xiang’s Merchants of Divine Wood City?" The slightly gaunt middle-aged man instantly recognized Li Yi, calling out loudly, "I am Slave Master Ji Hei, here to welcome you."

Xiu Xiang was right. He had arranged everything, ensuring they wouldn’t be blind on arrival, knowing nothing.

At that moment, Li Yi leapt down from Qiu Niu and said, "I am Da Yi, Ji Hei. Are the people I’m searching for here?"

"There are two individuals—one named Jiang Mingtian, the other Zhao Fang. Am I correct?" Slave Master Ji Hei asked in a lowered voice.

Upon hearing this, Li Yi nodded immediately, "Yes, they are the ones."