I Have A Martial Dao World

Chapter 466: 466. Abandon the small aspirations of sparrows and swallows, and admire the wild goose for its high flight.

Li Gong and his group of elder imperial relatives originally wore smiles, ready to exchange pleasantries.

Upon hearing Li Pei’s words, their smiles suddenly froze on their faces.

An extremely obese, idle prince exclaimed in shock and anger,

“Li Pei! What nonsense are you spouting! The blood of the Li Clan runs through your veins; our fates are intertwined, for better or for worse!”

Li Pei had even forgotten who this relative was, but with just one look, he clutched his chest, retreating three big steps, trembling like a quail egg.

This was actually a Bone-Tempering Mirror! Meddling in this matter was a joke.

“All of you, who are as useless as a pile of mud that won’t stick to the wall, are fortunate if you can live out your lives in peace and safety. That by itself is a miracle. How dare you harbor such delusional dreams?”

Under the suppressive aura of an Innate Grandmaster, the group of royals suddenly found it hard to breathe; they quickly turned to look at Li Gong.

Li Gong coughed and said, “Peipei, our demands are low. We simply need to follow the constitutional monarchy like Izumo and Einheit. As long as the realm doesn’t change hands, everything can be discussed. We’ve analyzed Lord Lu’s character, and he has truly no interest in power…”

As he spoke, the prince’s eyes bulged suddenly, and his remaining words were stuck in his throat.

The others present felt the same way, as if they had seen something unbelievable—their eyes nearly bursting!

In front of Li Pei hovered a cyan grand seal, flickering with a stunning glow, clearly not of this world.

The inscription on the seal base, “Endowed by Heaven with Eternal Prosperity,” instantly made everyone aware of what it was!

“A Magical Treasure!!!”

“It’s really a Magical Treasure… the Imperial Jade Seal!”

“Is this the reward that Lu Yao found in the Underground Palace?! He actually gave it to Li Pei!”

A chorus of voices shouted aloud, even the guests in the front courtyard heard the commotion and looked over.

Exclamations rose and fell in waves!

They had only heard legends of Magical Treasures and, at best, had a brief understanding through records or illustrations; this was their first encounter with the actual item.

The place was in noisy turmoil. Li Pei lightly tapped the Jade Seal with her finger, and visible ripples covered the entire area.

In an instant, everyone present, except for Li Gong, had their thoughts frozen, standing as if petrified.

After a few seconds, as they came back to their senses, their faces looked unwell.

Being utterly powerless before a Magical Treasure, feeling like fish on a chopping board, was not a pleasant sensation.

Taking advantage of their unsettled minds and distracted thoughts, Li Pei said to her father, “Father, let’s take a walk together.”

Li Gong nodded with a complex expression, leaving the others behind to join his daughter beside the pond in the back garden.

The koi fish in the pond sensed someone approaching and crowded to the surface, opening their mouths wide, begging for food.

Li Pei sighed and began to speak,

“Father, I used to be very interested in wealth, power, and governing the country. I’m not afraid of your laughter, but I actually wanted to become the first female Minister of Military Affairs.

But ever since I followed my husband, I have encountered extraordinary things every day. Each thing I’ve experienced has influenced the great trends of the world. Suddenly, I felt how naive I was before.” @@novelbin@@

Li Pei gently caressed the Imperial Jade Seal in her hand and continued,

“After reaching the Innate state, I don’t care much for myself, because it is merely a trivial advancement.

My cultivation speed now is so fast that I find it unbelievable. With my husband’s support, reaching the Golden Body Realm is nothing special.

Even a Magical Treasure like this, I don’t think it’s anything remarkable. Because if I want, my husband will give me something even better.”

Li Gong stared blankly at the Magical Treasure in his daughter’s hand, still feeling as if he were in a dream, completely unable to understand why his daughter would possess such a thing.

How overwhelmingly generous must Lu Yao be?!

Li Pei lifted her head, looking earnestly into her father’s eyes, and said,

“My husband once said, the Emperor is but a mortal ruler of this world. What he aims to do next will be an unprecedented great feat!”

My daughter just wants to follow him and experience the most spectacular sceneries in the world, to become the consort of an immortal.

Please forgive my daughter’s unfilial behavior, as she won’t speak further in favor of Shun Dynasty or the Li Family, so as not to disturb her husband’s decisions.

Li Gong gradually regained his senses from the shock of the magical treasure as he listened to his daughter’s heartfelt words.

There was some regret, but also considerable relief.

The Queen had passed away early, and he shared a deep bond with his daughter, so naturally, he was happy to see her find such an immortal-like husband.

“It was also greed that got the better of me; swayed by others, I harbored thoughts that I shouldn’t have…”

Li Gong sighed deeply and said, “Well then, with Lord Lu present, I should be able to remain a wealthy and distinguished prince, and the Li Imperial Family won’t be eradicated. Such an outcome can indeed be considered the blessing of our ancestors.”

Since ancient times, whenever the world witnessed major changes, which royal family ever had a good ending? Not being annihilated is truly fortunate.

“Thank you, Father, for your blessing.” Li Pei was delighted to persuade her father and couldn’t help but take a deep breath of relief.

Li Gong, too, showed a smile as he let go of his troubles and thought to himself—my daughter owns a magical treasure, so surely there will be no small benefit for me as her father. Why bother with such troubles following others?

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By now, the servants had already served up fine wines and delicacies, but nobody cared anymore, their minds elsewhere as they awaited the father and daughter’s return.

Many guests were still whispering about the magical treasure; the shock it brought was far from over and would explode and spread like a depth charge.

Not long afterward, the dishes on the table were still warm when Li Gong actually returned on his own.

The room instantly fell silent, and everyone turned to look at him.

Li Gong scanned the room and, with a light chuckle, said, “My daughter has been most improper; thank you all for your understanding. Please, do not be polite; enjoy the food and drink.”

The crowd cursed inwardly: Who cares about that now!

The previously affable prince hurriedly asked, “That… that…”

He spoke at length but didn’t manage to express his question, though everyone knew what he wanted to ask.

Li Gong cleared his throat and stated solemnly, “Since we are all gathered here, I shall make my position clear— I forsake the meager ambitions of a sparrow and aspire to soar like a great swan! I support Lord Lu unconditionally and with all my might!”

The crowd was at first taken aback, then erupted into an uproar!

Many from the Royal Family crowded around Li Gong, wanting to argue. No matter whether it was Lu Yao ascending the throne or whatever constitutional arrangements were made, it was not what they wished to see.

But Li Gong had come to a realization and didn’t want to bother with these people any longer. With a sweep of his sleeve, he said:

“I am not feeling well and will not be able to accompany you any further, please enjoy yourselves.”

With that, he left the banquet.

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At this time, Li Pei had already ridden Ru Yi back home.

By coincidence, the family was massaging and refining True Qi for the Spiritual Sparrowhawks, and she and Ru Yi joined in as well.

Five Grandmasters attending to them—it was a treatment the First Emperor of Qin might have had.

The three Spiritual Sparrowhawks cooperated well, occasionally lifting their wings to enjoy the pampering.

After the busy work, the Spiritual Sparrowhawks lay sprawled out on the ground, too comfortable to want to move.

Yu Yanmei, feeling shy and embarrassed before everyone else, was the first to flash away and leave.

Li Pei seemed to have something to say, but hesitated to speak.

Lu Yao came over with a grin and said, “Peipei, how about I take good care of you tonight? Guaranteed satisfaction~”

Li Pei pushed him away, “Get lost, you can’t touch me for half a month.”

As soon as she finished speaking, before Lu Yao could react, Liao Qe exclaimed with surprise, “Ah! Really? Does this mean I get to sleep alone with Lu Yao tonight?”

Li Pei was fuming with annoyance and reached to pinch her mouth, “Can’t you stop being so happy about it!”

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