Zhang Yu killed Li Fengyi and then stopped.
Since the deterrent effect has been achieved, continuing the killing would only cause panic and weaken the Li Family's strength.
Zhang Yu's domineering actions today are solely due to the urgency of the situation.
Zilu was about to break through the seal, and he didn't have much time to slowly sort out the internal strife in the Li Family, so he adopted the most direct method—military intimidation.
Although this approach has its drawbacks, its effects are astonishing.
At this moment, Li Yuansheng looked at Zhang Yu and slowly spoke:
"Li Yu, I am now seriously injured and I am afraid I am no longer able to continue to serve as the head of the family."
My Li Family has always valued the principle of respecting the strong. You are currently the strongest member of the Li Family, and I am willing to step down and let you become the head of the family.
His proposal was made after careful consideration.
First, Zhang Yu is Li Family Bloodline; this is fundamental.
Secondly, Zhang Yu is related to his younger brother Dao Ancestor Li by blood, so they are naturally close.
Third, Zhang Yu's actions clearly demonstrate his determination to resist the Sacred Dragon Divine Dynasty to the death and never surrender, which aligns with Li Yuansheng's aspirations.
Fourthly, there is the strength that Zhang Yu has demonstrated.
Zhang Yu refused outright.
"I have no interest in the position of head of the family; let the Fifth Ancestor continue in that role."
Zhang Yu Yuzhi was focused on establishing the Divine Dynasty, and the position of head of the Li Family was not something he cared about.
His refusal surprised everyone.
They thought Zhang Yu was trying to seize power because he acted so domineeringly and killed someone.
Li Yuansheng continued to persuade him:
"My aura is now waning, Cultivation constantly regressing. I am simply incapable of leading the Li Family to resist the Sacred Dragon Divine Dynasty."
"What's so difficult about that?"
Zhang Yu raised his hand and grabbed Li Yuansheng, pulling him to his side from a distance.
What are you going to do?
Li Yuansheng was startled and somewhat panicked.
The others also turned to look, their hearts filled with surprise and uncertainty.
What are you doing?
Of course, I'm here to heal your wounds.
Without hesitation, Zhang Yu took action.
Don't waste your energy.
I was injured by the Netherworld True Qi of Zhou Xuan, the Southern Conquest King of the Holy Dragon Dynasty. It damaged my very soul, and no one in the world can save me.
"No one can save him?"
I can save him.
Zhang Yu spoke calmly, placing his hands lightly on Li Yuansheng's back.
Buzz--
A soft Golden Light emanated from his palm, and a gentle, vast, and vibrant power of the Heavenly Dao Origin slowly flowed into Li Yuansheng's body.
"This is... the Life Origin Power?!"
Li Yuansheng trembled violently, his eyes filled with disbelief.
The Origin life is the purest and most Origin healing power in the world, capable of repairing all injuries and nourishing all Divine Soul.
Such power can only be mobilized by the Heavenly Dao Will. How could Zhang Yu possess it?
This is naturally a system reward.
Previously, Zhang Yu relied on the system's Embezzlement Mission to obtain over 30,000 years of Cultivation a reward, along with over 3,000 miscellaneous skills and treasures.
This Life Origin Power is the product of God-tier Medical Skill evolving to their ultimate form.
"Calm your mind and focus; do not resist."
Zhang Yu let out a low shout, his Spiritual Sense as fine as a thread, precisely locating the wisp of Netherworld True Qi within Li Yuansheng's Divine Soul, Netherworld True Qi that clung to him like a bone-deep infection.
The Netherworld True Qi, sinister energy, like a venomous snake, lurked deep within Li Yuansheng's Divine Soul, constantly eroding his vitality and devouring his Cultivation.
"Destroy."
With a thought, Zhang Yu transformed the Life Origin Power into a golden flame, instantly enveloping, refining, and annihilating the Netherworld True Qi.
"Ugh--!"
Li Yuansheng groaned, a trickle of black blood spilling from the corner of his mouth, but his complexion visibly regained its color.
The aura of decay surrounding him began to rise rapidly.
"This... this is impossible..."
"The Netherworld True Qi... has been neutralized?!"
Great Hall, everyone was stunned, their eyes filled with shock.
They had never seen such a healing method before—using the Origin of life as a guide to directly Spirit Transformation.
This is simply a miracle!
A moment later.
Zhang Yu slowly withdrew his hand.
Li Yuansheng slowly opened his eyes, his eyes flashing with a sharp light. His aura was as vast as the sea, and he had actually recovered to the peak of the Mid Heavenly Immortal, with even faint signs of a breakthrough!
"I... I'm all better?"
Li Yuansheng felt the surging vitality and Cultivation within his body in disbelief, his voice trembling.
"It's not just better."
Zhang Yu said calmly:
"That Life Origin Power also helped you temper your Divine Soul and solidify your foundation."
In future spiritual practice, you will be able to achieve twice the results with half the effort.
"..."
Li Yuansheng took a deep breath, suppressing the turmoil in his heart, and was about to bow and thank Zhang Yu.
Zhang Yu reached out and stopped him:
"I am descended from the Sixth Ancestor's Lineage, and you are his Sixth Ancestor brother and also my senior. I cannot accept such a grand gesture from you."
These words made Li Yuansheng feel extremely comfortable.
Having a junior with the Combat Power of Late Heavenly Immortal is an honor in itself.
"Now that you have recovered to the peak of the Mid Heavenly Immortal, I will lend you another helping hand."
With a thought, a strange leaf, shimmering with Daoist charm, emerald green, and faintly visible with Runes, appeared in Zhang Yu's palm.
It was the Enlightenment Tea Leaf that the system rewarded.
Enlightenment Tea can induce a state of sudden enlightenment, which is of great benefit to cultivators who are at a bottleneck and can help them break through the bottleneck smoothly.
Zhang Yu wants to establish Divine Dynasty, but he lacks mid-level Combat Power.
Li Yuansheng is now at the peak of the Mid Heavenly Immortal. If Zhang Yu can be helped to break through to the late stage, it will greatly benefit his plan.
Moreover, both of them are of the Li Family Bloodline, and Li Yuansheng is a staunch fighter against the Sacred Dragon Divine Dynasty, which perfectly matches Zhang Yu's requirements.
What is this?
Li Yuansheng sensed the Enlightenment Tea Leaf, and was astonished:
"I only glanced at it, but I felt the bottleneck had loosened a bit."
The others also felt a strange sensation, as if guided by a great Dao, suddenly gaining some understanding of the obstacles that they couldn't comprehend before.
"This will help you break through to the next level; consume it."
Zhang Yu didn't explain further and simply handed the Enlightenment Tea Leaf to Li Yuansheng.
Li Yuansheng accepted it with both hands, looking at the leaf full of Daoist charm in his palm, a resolute glint flashing in his eyes.
Without further hesitation, he put the Enlightenment Tea Leaf into his mouth.
The leaf melted upon entering his mouth, transforming into a cool, flowing stream of Daoist energy that surged into his limbs and bones, directly reaching his Sea of Consciousness.
Buzz--!
Li Yuansheng was enveloped in a surge of Daoist energy, and he instantly entered a profound state of enlightenment.
He sat cross-legged with his eyes closed, his aura rising steadily, Principle Runes and dancing like stars, and the faint Sound of the Great Dao echoing around him.
"This is... an epiphany?!"
"A single leaf can bring about a sudden enlightenment?!"
"This... this is simply a divine object!"
Great Hall, everyone stared in disbelief, their eyes filled with shock and envy.
They could clearly sense that Li Yuansheng's aura was surging at an alarming rate, and his bottleneck was rapidly disintegrating like melting ice and snow.
Mid Heavenly Immortal – Broken!
Late Heavenly Immortal -- Accomplished!
"Boom--!!"
A vast, overwhelming aura of Late Heavenly Immortal erupted from Li Yuansheng, causing the entire Great Hall to tremble slightly!
Li Yuansheng slowly opened his eyes, a flash of Golden Light disappearing from them. His Daoist aura was restrained, but the terrifying pressure that surpassed All Beings made everyone's hearts sink.
"Late Heavenly Immortal... I... I've really broken through..."
His voice trembled, his eyes filled with unbelievable ecstasy.
The bottleneck that had plagued them for thousands of years was broken through in an instant with the help of a single leaf!
This is simply a miracle!
"Thank you so much!!"
He looked at Zhang Yu, his eyes filled with gratitude.
This time, however, he did not bow, but simply nodded emphatically, keeping this kindness firmly in his heart.
Zhang Yu nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over everyone in the hall. His voice was calm, yet carried an undeniable air of authority.
"Now that the Li Family has two Late Heavenly Immortal Combat Power, it's time to drive out the Sacred Dragon Divine Dynasty's army."