Though fury burned in Jieyin's heart, he no longer dared utter another word. Gritting his teeth, he viciously hurled the Green Lotus Treasure Banner at Li Tian.
Zhunti watched from the side with his heart clenched tight, nearly suffocating.
This was a supreme treasure that concerned one's very life!
With it, it was equivalent to having another life!
Li Tian raised a hand in summons, and the Treasure Banner, like a weary bird returning to the forest, flew straight into his purple mansion.
With one of the five flags now in hand, his gaze immediately shifted to Yuanshi.
The Wuji Apricot-Yellow Banner was still clutched in Yuanshi's hand.
Yet Yuanshi was not as reluctant to part with this banner as Jieyin had been. What enraged him was the utter loss of face. If he obediently handed over his treasure today, how would he establish his authority in the Primordial Wilderness afterward?
Li Tian was of a lower generation and shallow cultivation, yet he had been forced into such a state, without even the slightest power to fight back!
At the thought, Yuanshi's face burned hot.
With a cold snort and a face full of unwillingness, he formed seals with both hands and fiercely flung the Wuji Apricot-Yellow Banner at Li Tian's face.
Unfortunately, Li Tian merely lifted his wrist and caught it steadily.
Within the sword formation, he tucked the banner away, his expression calm and composed.
Two of the five flags had been gathered. With only three remaining, the grand formation could begin to take shape.
"I had meant to teach you a proper lesson, but since you know what's good for you, I'll put it on the tab for now."
Li Tian shot Yuanshi a sidelong glance, his tone brimming with contempt.
At those words, Yuanshi's breath abruptly