Gifting Essence Blood, Returning to Mount Luojia

Looking at the Crimson Dragon Pearl in their hands, Ao Qin and his son were unable to calm down for a long time.

Only after Ao Qin's explanation did Cihang understand the importance of the Crimson Dragon Pearl to them.

As one of the three ancient races, the Dragon Clan naturally possesses countless powerful heritages.

Although the Dragon Clan is a unified entity, it has also branched into countless lineages, each with different attributes and naturally different lineages.

However, at that time, the Dragon Clan was at its peak, and they did not inscribe these traditions within the clan.

With the end of that battle, most of the Dragon Clan's heritage was buried in that great calamity.

This Crimson Dragon Pearl originated from the ancestors of the Ao Qin lineage, and contains the complete inheritance of this lineage.

Of course, what limits them is not only the inherited techniques, but also the Karmic Debt Karma in their bloodline.

Although they were not the first generation of the Dragon Clan, their bloodline was by no means weak.

Given their background and qualifications, they have a very high chance of becoming a Quasi-Saint, let alone Great Luo.

However, burdened by their Karmic Debt, their spiritual practice is extremely difficult.

The Dragon King of the South Sea has been staying in the Primordial Unity Golden Immortal for hundreds of millions of years.

Without a great stroke of luck, he will remain stuck at this level for the rest of his life.

Not only him, but Ao Qin and many other Dragon Clan were like this.

Therefore, the Dragon Clan dare not easily make a move with their limited resources.

That is the guarantee of their legacy.

The Crimson Dragon Pearl, however, was a turning point.

In the hands of other cultivators, the Dragon Ball was merely a magical treasure.

But it's different for the Dragon Clan.

As fellow Dragon Clan, they can fuse it with their own dragon balls, using the power of the dragon balls to break through their own cultivation levels.

In other words, with this Crimson Dragon Pearl, the Dragon King of the South Sea also has the opportunity to break through to the Great Luo realm.

This was a Daluo Golden Immortal who could act at any time; how could they not be excited?

"Fellow Daoist Cihang, the Crimson Dragon Pearl is far more important to my Dragon Clan than a Mid-grade Innate Spiritual Treasure."

I will go to the Dragon Palace in Longhai shortly to find a spiritual treasure for you to protect yourself!

The Dragon King of the South Sea solemnly made a promise to Cihang.

Although the Dragon Clan is in decline, it still possesses some treasures.

Of course, he did this because he saw the potential in Cihang.

"Dragon King, you are too kind. I have already said so."

For me, this Water Spirit Pearl is enough to counteract the Crimson Dragon Pearl.

As the Dragon King said, we live next to each other, and the future is long, so there's no need to worry too much about these things!

Cihang smiled and politely declined the Dragon King's offer. Although the magical treasure was good, everything in excess is as bad as deficiency.

"Then thank you very much, fellow Daoist. My South Sea Dragon Palace owes you a favor."

Fellow Daoist Cihang, why don't you let Ao Qin show you around the Dragon Palace?

Seeing that Cihang refused, the Dragon King did not insist, but kept this favor in his heart.

"Then I'll have to trouble Fellow Ao Qin!"

Cihang smiled and looked at Ao Qin.

"It is my honor to travel with you, fellow Ao Qin, to the Dragon Palace!"

After handing the Crimson Dragon Pearl to the Dragon King of the South Sea, Ao Qin led Cihang out of the Dragon Palace.

The Dragon King of the South Sea, on the other hand, went into seclusion with the Crimson Dragon Pearl.

Although the Water Spirit Pearl belonged to Ao Qin, he handed it over to the Dragon King without the slightest hesitation.

After leaving the Dragon Palace, Cihang truly understood the saying that the Dragon Palace Duobao.

The Dragon Palace, though called a palace, is actually an underwater world.

The buildings there are mostly constructed from natural artifacts, and occasionally one can also see some innate treasures.

There are also many precious spiritual roots and medicinal herbs.

With so many treasures, it's no wonder that cultivators would have designs on the Dragon Clan race.

In other words, it is still early, and spiritual objects are not uncommon in the world.

However, as the world continues to evolve, the number of spiritual beings in the universe will gradually decrease.

These treasures from the Dragon Palace were either given to cultivators to form connections or stored in the treasury to prevent outsiders from coveting them.

The two sat down in a pavilion made of crystal, and Ao Qin rearranged the spiritual fruits.

"Fellow Ao Qin, would you be reluctant to hand over the Crimson Dragon Pearl to the Dragon King?"

Although Ao Qin concealed it well, Cihang still noticed the reluctance and loneliness in that instant.

It's not that Ao Qin is selfish; in fact, this is normal.

That could be a chance to break through to the level of Great Luo.

Especially for the Dragon Clan burdened with Karmic Debt, that might be Ao Qin's only chance.

"Of course I feel reluctant, but Ao Qin will not regret it."

Entrusting it to the King for refinement is the best outcome.

I am currently only a Golden Immortal. Even if I refine the Crimson Dragon Pearl, it will still take me a very long time to break through.

Who can guarantee that no unexpected events will occur?

"My father is already at the Peak Taiyi, and he can break through to the Daluo Golden Immortal in a very short time!"

Ao Qin was extremely rational, but the desolation in his words was undeniable.

"Yes, that's the most appropriate way."

However, this Water Spirit Pearl belongs to you, fellow Daoist, and I cannot truly let you gain nothing.

There's only one Dragon Ball, but I also have a drop of Crimson Dragon Essence Blood.

Although it cannot help you break through to the Great Luo realm, it can improve your bloodline, and you may still have a chance to break through in the future!

With a smile, Cihang presented a jade bottle to Ao Qin.

Even with the jade bottle blocking the way, one could still feel the pure dragon's might within.

"Crimson Dragon Essence Blood? Fellow Daoist actually possesses essence blood!"

Ao Qin looked up at Cihang in surprise.

"Of course there are, after all, it's an ancient battlefield!"

Cihang said with a smile.

"Is the corpse of the Ancestor Crimson Dragon also in your hands, fellow Daoist?"

Ao Qin asked in shock.

Cihang smiled faintly and did not deny it.

"Fellow Daoist, if that's truly the case, I'm afraid Ao Qin cannot keep this a secret. The Ancestor's corpse is far too important to our Dragon Clan!"

Ao Qin looked at Cihang with remorse.

However, he did not ask for the red dragon's corpse.

"Fellow Daoist, there's no need for that. The Dragon Clan's corpse isn't that important to me."

"As long as they receive spiritual items of equal value, I will naturally return them to the Dragon Clan!"

Cihang's gift of his essence blood was a deliberate act of revealing the matter of the Dragon Clan's corpse.

He prefers an equal exchange to favors.

Given the situation of the Dragon Clan, he wasn't afraid of being robbed.

This would definitely be a losing proposition for the Dragon Clan.

Of course, this was also a test of the Dragon Clan, and it would determine his future attitude towards the Dragon Clan.

"Does this mean you possess not only the remains of the Ancestor Crimson Dragon?"

Ao Qin also understood the meaning behind Cihang's words.

"That's absolutely right!"

"If that's the case, this matter is not something I can handle alone; I'm afraid I'll have to wait until Father comes out of seclusion."

Ao Qin said somewhat apologetically.

"It's alright, there's no rush. Fellow Daoist, you should refine this essence blood as soon as possible to improve your strength!"

Cihang pointed to the essence blood and said.

"This is far too precious. Let's trade it with you, fellow Daoist, after Father emerges from seclusion!"

Ao Qin quickly replied.

"If that day truly comes, this essence blood may not necessarily fall into your hands, fellow Daoist."

Fellow Daoist, please accept it as soon as possible. I also believe that with you here, I won't suffer any loss!

Given how much the Dragon Clan care about these corpses, not only Ao Qin, but even the Dragon King of the South Sea might not be able to make the decision.

"Ao Qin, fellow Daoist!"

Ao Qing clearly understood Cihang's meaning and immediately bowed to Cihang.

"Fellow Daoist, there's no need for such politeness. I will await your news at Mount Luojia."

I hope that when we meet again, you will have made great progress in your cultivation!

After getting to know him for a while, Cihang still thinks highly of Ao Qin's character.

They have their own schemes and calculations, but they also adhere to their bottom line.

After bidding farewell to Ao Qin, Cihang out of the sea and continued riding the Fire Phoenix, heading straight for Mount Luojia.

"After hundreds of thousands of years, I've finally returned!"

Looking at Mount Luojia in the distance, Cihang felt a sense of peace.

This is an emotion I've never felt before when I'm away from home.

Even though Mount Luojia can't compare to those top-tier Daoist temples.