Chapter 1862: Chapter 1368: Pacifying the Forbidden Zone (Part 2)

Yet, at this moment, from behind the myriad trees, a massive shadow loomed.

Zhong Li looked up, only to see an ancient Divine Bell, resplendent with golden light!

"East Emperor Bell?!"

Zhong Li’s expression changed slightly, his surrounding domain constricted, golden light surged, intending to burn his origin and charge out.

But the East Emperor Bell did not descend directly, and the voice of the Green Emperor resonated:

"The Peng Emperor is hailed as the fastest in our East Continent. Even with the East Emperor Bell, I may not be able to hold you. But you have been overlooking the Ancient Forbidden Zone for so many years; do you really want to flee to the Grey Realm and live under others?"

Upon hearing this, Zhong Li’s form hesitated slightly.

If he and New Moon resolved the Ice Emperor and joined the Grey Realm together, they naturally wouldn’t need to leave the Ancient Forbidden Zone.

But now, with New Moon dead, he is forced to rely on the Grey Realm, and the treatment received, along with the conditions previously negotiated by New Moon, may not remain the same.

The Green Emperor continued: "According to the Royal Envoy Su’s reconnaissance, joining the Grey Realm was mainly New Moon’s intention. Zhong Li, you were merely lured, not genuinely intending to betray the Blue Sea; thus far, you haven’t done anything detrimental to Blue Sea’s interests.

As long as you no longer continue down the wrong path, our Great Flame naturally won’t pursue the matter too harshly."

Zhong Li looked at Ji Qingyun below, who was smiling courteously, and began to contemplate swiftly.

Great Flame’s offer undoubtedly provided Zhong Li a dignified way to remain on the East Continent.

Relying on the Grey Realm is filled with uncertainties; but if Great Flame and the Ice Emperor put aside past grievances, then he remains the Emperor-level overlord of the Ancient Forbidden Zone.

Although the Green Emperor and others might not truly hold Zhong Li, given the current situation, the latter option was naturally more dignified for Zhong Li.

After a moment of contemplation, Zhong Li shook his head: "Thank you, Green Emperor, but I have no choice!"

The Green Emperor said no more, but with a flash of silver light, Su Yuan, having dissolved his Divine Thought Unity, also flew close.

"If the matter of impending doom is what drove you to New Moon and led to an alliance with the Grey Realm’s Reform Faction, then in my opinion, it’s entirely unnecessary," Su Yuan said.

Zhong Li instantly turned his head to Su Yuan: "What do you mean?"

Su Yuan did not elaborate, instead raising his long sleeve, sending the Sky Blue Sword shooting toward Zhong Li.

Zhong Li’s brows furrowed, instinctively wanting to strike with the Golden Splitting Mace.

But as the longsword approached, it carried no trace of murderous intent, instead releasing a strong wave of life energy.

Zhong Li’s expression stirred, halting the Golden Splitting Mace and allowing the green treasure sword to shoot before him.

Then the green light surged, a dense Rule of Life like countless tassels flooded forth, enveloping Zhong Li layer upon layer.

"Such dense Rule of Life? Life Divine Artifact?!"

Zhong Li’s eyes widened, revealing a hint of joy. In an instant, his impending end seemed slightly extended.

This level of potency was certainly achievable only by a Life Divine Artifact!

"Indeed, it is a Life Divine Artifact."

Su Yuan spoke calmly: "I don’t know what means the Grey Realm’s Emperor-level might possess, but with this sword, I can infuse vitality into you once every fifty years, using vitality to impact death qi. Though it may not grant immortality, extending your life by thousands of years is entirely feasible."

Zhong Li looked at the Sky Blue Sword before him and the erupting, enveloping, layer upon layer of life power; this time, he was truly tempted.

Early on, he faced a powerful enemy, suffering from curse techniques that severely cut his lifespan, now approaching its end despite being in the prime of life.

Introduced by New Moon, a Grey Realm Emperor-level adept in dark shadow evil techniques promised to perform sacrificial techniques to extend his life.

This was the main reason Zhong Li agreed to New Moon’s proposal to join the Grey Realm.

As an Emperor-level, Zhong Li could sense the Blue Sea’s maturity was imminent, with cosmic changes subtly emerging.

Even if life extension only amounted to a thousand years, he still had the chance to comprehend the True Domain before his end, taking further steps, thereby again increasing lifespan, escaping the threat of doom.

Zhong Li’s thoughts raced, deciding within a few breaths.

"I wonder, Green Emperor, Royal Envoy Su, what needs doing from me?"

Compared to the cold, alien Grey Realm, naturally, Great Flame, as neighbors knowing each other well, was more trustworthy.

Moreover, New Moon had perished, rendering prospects in the Grey Realm even more uncertain.

Upon hearing this, Su Yuan and the Green Emperor both smiled, knowing success was near.

The Green Emperor made no further mention, because this was Su Yuan’s treasure sword.

Su Yuan looked at Zhong Li, speaking earnestly: "Nor is there much required of you, the Ancient Forbidden Zone and our Great Flame have coexisted as friends for years, the Peng Emperor and Ice Emperor both possessing formidable strength, the two maintaining peace in the Ancient Forbidden Zone endlessly. Only if occurrences transform heaven and earth, we hope the Ancient Forbidden Zone will offer mutual assistance with our Great Flame, advancing and retreating together."

Su Yuan’s request was nearly impartial, merely aiming to maintain, enhance the relations between Great Flame and the Ancient Forbidden Zone. For the latter, with only two remaining Emperor-level figures, it was a beneficial matter.

Zhong Li was visibly startled: "Is that all?"

Su Yuan said: "That’s all."

Zhong Li seemed to ponder something, frowning: "Royal Envoy Su won’t leverage this to command my obedience in the future, will you?"

Su Yuan shook his head slightly: "Despite advancing and retreating together, unless willingly, we won’t compel you.

Employing such petty measures to manipulate others would never allow this envoy to reach where I am today."

The nearby Green Emperor chuckled softly, saying: "Isn’t Great Flame’s reputation clear to you, Peng Emperor? Royal Envoy Su’s words represent our Great Flame’s stance!"

Seeing this, Zhong Li’s eyes revealed contemplation.

Within a few breaths, golden light flashed downward, and Zhong Li landed close to Su Yuan and Ji Qingyun.

"Royal Envoy Su’s honor, Green Emperor’s generosity, if I don’t agree, it’s a failure to recognize one’s fate."

Zhong Li retracted his wings and solemnly bowed: "Zhong Li of the Ancient Forbidden Zone, willing to maintain friendly relations with Great Flame, advancing and retreating together, should Great Flame have needs, I will offer full assistance!"

Su Yuan and the Green Emperor smiled, returning the gesture: "Good!"

At this moment, the Ice Emperor grumbled coldly: "Zhong Li, though you and New Moon both hurt this emperor, you don’t intend to settle it simply, do you?"

Zhong Li turned to the cold-eyed Ice Emperor, knowing this hurdle still needed overcoming.

After brief contemplation, Zhong Li waved a hand, throwing out a burst of golden light: "You’ve always desired this treasure, so I’ll give it to you!"

This was an exceedingly rare piece of golden jade, ancient and small, its lines flowing, visibly extraordinary.

The Ice Emperor raised a hand to grasp the jade, their eyes lighting up, not expecting Zhong Li to straightforwardly offer it.

This was a sixth-level material, Ancient Golden Jade, gathered over countless years of essence in the Ancient Forbidden Zone. Only one piece had ever been produced, the finest treasure in Zhong Li’s possession.

Divine Artifacts are rare, but with sufficient Hongmeng Purple Qi, this item could easily forge a top-tier Pseudo Divine Artifact.

Though inwardly satisfied, the Ice Emperor wouldn’t let it go easily, casually stashing away the Ancient Golden Jade, coldly retorting:

"If Su Yuan hadn’t arrived swiftly, I’d likely be a corpse today. You think just this item will dismiss me, Zhong Li? You’re oversimplifying things!"

Zhong Li’s face froze, realizing this vengeful female dragon was challenging to handle.

Glancing at the indifferent Su Yuan and Ji Qingyun nearby, Zhong Li gritted his teeth, withdrawing 30 strands of Hongmeng Purple Qi.

"Along with this, is it enough?" Zhong Li nearly ground his teeth.

The Ice Emperor raised a hand to store away the 30 strands of Hongmeng Purple Qi, smilingly pouting: "With that, it’s somewhat adequate."

Zhong Li felt like vomiting blood; having only limited Hongmeng Purple Qi left for cultivation insights and True Domain understanding, these reserved 30 strands were his entire remaining possessions!

Were it not for life extension from Su Yuan, Zhong Li would never have given them.

’Console yourself, what with Royal Envoy Su’s relationship with this female dragon’s niece, the 30 strands aren’t given in vain.’ Zhong Li told himself.

Su Yuan saw this, shaking his head with a smile, noting that Bing Tong’s mother was truly hard to deal with...

But in this manner, the transformations in the Ancient Forbidden Zone could be considered resolved.

Despite unexpected changes, these developments resolved potential issues prior to the Heavenly Tribulation, even modestly aligning the Ancient Forbidden Zone with cooperative power.

New Moon perished, Zhong Li had been persuaded, and as for Ice Emperor...

Whether due to the Bing Tong connection or Long, Ice Pearl Mysterious Cliff could hardly remain entirely uninvolved.

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