Lin Yi truly had no intention of actively involving himself in Heavenly Palace Small City.
That place was the focal point of every faction's struggle. It looked like a position of authority, but every step was fraught with danger—a thankless task that demanded too much effort.
But he also knew that the Heavenly Palace Secret Realm affected the whole situation. If a Great Dao inheritance truly emerged within, or something as major as peak Emperor Realm experts fighting to the death occurred, delayed information could mean missing the initiative or even inviting disaster upon himself.
Therefore, he could not do without eyes and ears.
The ten spots he had requested from Gu Hanshuang and Li Xuanba were precisely the spies he intended to place within Heavenly Palace Small City.
Lin Yi had long made his arrangements. These ten people would be led by Lei Kun, who had reached mid-Emperor Realm.
Over the past three years, Lin Yi had watched Lei Kun's performance closely.
His formerly arrogant and domineering temperament had faded. He now handled matters steadily and reliably, and his loyalty had undergone repeated tests. He was undoubtedly the best choice to lead the team.
However, Lei Kun had only recently entered mid-Emperor Realm, and his foundation was still shallow. He could handle ordinary conflicts, but if he encountered veteran Emperor Realm experts or powerful enemies wielding precious treasures in Heavenly Palace Small City, he would be somewhat outmatched.
If he encountered the aftermath of a battle between peak Emperor Realm experts, even protecting himself would likely be difficult, much less safeguarding the White Tiger Captains he led there.
To help Lei Kun stand firm, and to fulfill his promise to his subordinates, Lin Yi specially summoned Lei Kun to the Fire Room of the Steward's Residence before Star Brilliance