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Li Tu pushed open the door and came in, seeing Li Xiaoyao practicing cultivation. He clicked his tongue and said, "Xiaoyao, you really are diligent, always cultivating. Don’t you ever get tired?"

"Is there something you wanted?"

"We really don’t have anything in common to talk about," Li Tu sneered, adding, "The Third Elder is looking for you, seems like it’s something quite important."

"Where?" Li Xiaoyao asked sparingly.

"The Treasure Pavilion."

"The Treasure Pavilion?" Li Xiaoyao was somewhat surprised, thinking that Li Yiming must have had more than just something to say to him by choosing the Treasure Pavilion as the place to meet.

"The Li Family is so big, you better not get lost. Let me take you there," Li Tu volunteered, draining the cup of tea on the table in one gulp.

Li Xiaoyao gave him a look, the disdain in his eyes unhidden.

Jokes aside, with mind-controlling abilities, could Li Xiaoyao truly not find the Treasure Pavilion?

The two left the courtyard and headed toward the Treasure Pavilion.

The Treasure Pavilion, being an important location, was situated in the central area of the Li Family, very close to the Ancestral Clan Hall, at only a hundred meters away.

No sooner had they exited the courtyard than a familiar figure burst into view, causing the color of Li Tu’s face to change slightly.

"It’s Li Pengcheng," Li Tu whispered.

Li Xiaoyao glanced at him, his expression calm and indifferent.

Technically, Li Pengcheng should address him as ’brother,’ given their blood relation, as they were indeed brothers.

But Li Xiaoyao didn’t have any particular fondness for this nominal brother, nor did he harbor any ill will.

If his father hadn’t married into the Xie Family to borrow the clan’s power to strengthen himself, there would have been no alliance. As for their love, it was likely non-existent. Their marriage was nothing more than a transaction, based on the resources of the Li Family, based on the opportunity to meet Li Xuanji once again.

It wasn’t hard for Li Xiaoyao to imagine the regret and pain that must have engulfed Li Chengfeng when he married Xie Nan. Marrying a woman he didn’t love and having a child with her was a betrayal to true love.

But at that time, Li Chengfeng had no other choice.

Li Xiaoyao gave him a glance and continued forward with Li Tu. Li Pengcheng also noticed them; a hint of disdain flashed in his eyes as he crossed over, blocking their path.

"If I were fighting Li Gu, I definitely wouldn’t rely solely on brute force like you did," Li Pengcheng toyed with a jade pendant, his tall stature and handsome face likely attracting many girls.

"Oh, is that so?" Li Xiaoyao said indifferently, then he walked away.

Li Pengcheng was stunned for a few seconds, watching Li Xiaoyao’s departing figure. Recalling his indifferent tone, he couldn’t help feeling angry and frustrated, as if his punch had landed on cotton.

He had intended to provoke Li Xiaoyao, yet the other man didn’t take the bait.

"Li Xiaoyao, I am the true heir of the Li Family. In terms of talent, you’re no match for me, and in terms of strength, you’re still no match. What makes you think you can compare to me?" Li Pengcheng shouted at his retreating back.

Li Xiaoyao didn’t pause or seem to hear him.

"Bastard!" Li Pengcheng cursed, his teeth grinding together; he followed nonetheless.

Like Li Xiaoyao, he too had been summoned by the Third Elder, who said he had something to discuss with him.

As they neared the Treasure Pavilion, Li Pengcheng realized that Li Xiaoyao had also been called by the Third Elder.

"Why has the Third Elder summoned both him and me? What could it be?" Li Pengcheng wondered, quickening his pace.

Outside the Treasure Pavilion, there was a stone table where Li Yiming sat alone by the table, sipping lightly on his tea.

Perhaps having heard the footsteps, Li Yiming looked up and saw the three people arriving. He smiled faintly and said, "Take a seat."

Li Xiaoyao didn’t hesitate to take a seat opposite, while Li Pengcheng sat on the right.

Li Tu, however, stood to one side. He couldn’t compare to the other two; they were the sons of the Clan Leader, whereas Li Tu was just an ordinary direct descendant of the clan.

"Li Tu, take a seat as well. What I’m about to discuss concerns you too." Li Yiming’s words surprised Li Tu, who then immediately sat down.

Li Yiming said, "In half a month, the Human Realm will begin."

Upon hearing "Human Realm," the three of them immediately perked up.

Human Realm!

So the Third Elder had summoned him for this matter.

Excitement stirred in Li Pengcheng’s heart. He had long heard of the Human Realm and knew that it was about to open soon. The Li Family had fifteen spots, and he was also aware that each family power entering the Human Realm would have a leader. He believed that the Third Elder had summoned him today to make him lead the other clan members.

"This time, the Li Family has fifteen spots," said Li Yiming. "Pengcheng, Li Tu, Xiaoyao, you’re all on the list."

Finding out that Li Xiaoyao would also be joining him in the Human Realm, Li Pengcheng felt a bit unhappy, but then, considering he was the leader this time, he felt relieved.

The most excited was undoubtedly Li Tu. That was the Human Realm, after all.

Li Tu was well aware of his own abilities and potential. In the whole clan, his cultivation level was only average. With only fifteen spots to enter the Human Realm and given his qualifications, it would have been impossible for him.

The reason for his inclusion in the fifteen spots was solely due to his significant role in the affairs concerning Li Xiaoyao.

"Thank you, Third Elder," Li Tu said as he stood up excitedly to express his gratitude.

Li Pengcheng scoffed disdainfully. Born with a silver spoon in his mouth, he could never understand Li Tu’s current state of mind.

An opportunity to enter the Human Realm was difficult for an average member of the Li Family to obtain, but for Li Pengcheng, it was easy to grasp.

Li Yiming raised his hand slightly, "Sit down."

Once Li Tu’s emotions had stabilized, Li Yiming continued, "This time, among the fifteen of you entering the Human Realm, a leader is needed to guide the group."

After a pause, Li Yiming’s gaze fell on Li Xiaoyao.

Li Tu, already brimming with confidence, waited for Li Yiming’s appointment, but his heart skipped a beat when he realized that Li Yiming’s gaze didn’t seem to be directed at him.

"Impossible, the Third Elder would never choose him. I am the most suitable candidate," he thought.

"Xiaoyao, I’ll have to trouble you to be the leader for this Human Realm expedition," Li Yiming said.

Hearing this, the three men were each affected differently.

Li Tu was overjoyed and patted Li Xiaoyao’s shoulder, "Xiaoyao, I’m counting on you in the Human Realm."

On the other hand, Li Pengcheng exclaimed, "Third Elder, why him? I’m clearly better suited to be the leader!"

Li Yiming glanced at him and spoke indifferently, "In my view, he’s more suitable for the role of leader."

"Does dad know about this? The leader and participants of the Human Realm should be decided by dad," Li Pengcheng complained, clinging to his last straw of hope.

"This is the result agreed upon with the Clan Leader," Li Yiming said calmly, "You have two options, participate or withdraw. As for the choice of leader, that’s not something you should worry about."

Li Pengcheng glared resentfully at Li Xiaoyao, his lips tightly closed, eyes bloodshot. In his view, the leadership position that should have been his had been stolen by Li Xiaoyao.

"Sorry, Third Elder, I refuse to accept," Li Xiaoyao said softly, stunning all three of them.