Beastmaster of the Ages - Chapter 7185

Chapter 7097: Time Waits for No One

As Li Tianming pondered, a smile suddenly appeared on his lips.

“Is he really so willing to invest so much? What if I really take over the Great Divine Treasury Star System?” Li Tianming thought to Aurora.

Aurora said with some worry, “Right now, within the Heavenly Emperor Sect, you are seen as a figure of light and justice. Although taking over the Great Divine Treasury Star System isn’t against the rules, you might still be branded with infamy. After all, you destroyed the Young Emperor’s foundation before taking it over, which makes a difference. To put it more directly, perhaps someone with ulterior motives could manipulate public opinion, making the world believe that this is your ultimate goal, which is why you’re confronting the Young Emperor, leading to the current situation…”

The conflict between Li Tianming and the Young Emperor ultimately involves two battlefields: direct confrontation and public opinion.

Now, having lost the direct confrontation, the Young Emperor has thrown out the Great Divine Treasury Star System, forcing Li Tianming to choose between profit and reputation.

Sui Shenyao also worriedly said, “Yes, Little Li, perhaps you should think about it again. This is essentially making you the villain again after all this back and forth…” “

Moreover, the Great Divine Treasury Star System actually leans more towards the Nine Phoenix Alliance. Otherwise, the young Emperor wouldn’t have used the Nine Phoenix Alliance’s banner to wage war. It’s also inconvenient for us to apply for a challenge from them. This is the most crucial point; we’re not suited to take this easy prey.” Aurora said solemnly.

In reality, it’s a matter of who applies for the challenge first, whoever is faster will reap the greatest advantage.

But time waits for no one, and Li Tianming doesn’t have the right to apply for a challenge on territory within the Nine Phoenix Alliance.

“That is indeed a problem. First, I need the qualification to wage war; otherwise, it’s all just empty talk.” Li Tianming nodded slightly, his expression cold.

At this moment, An Ning also said, “The young emperor must have a purpose in coming to the Divine Treasure Star System. It’s possible he came with a mission from the Li Imperial Clan to solve their demand for the Divine Treasure Stone. Now, as the strongest clan in the Heavenly Emperor Sect, they’ve so openly displayed this important item. If we rush in now, we’ll not only be going against the young emperor, but against the Li Imperial Clan, and the consequences will be far more serious.”

Li Tianming, upon hearing this, smiled and said, “If we really lose the Great Divine Treasure Star System, the young emperor will also get into some trouble. While I might be morally criticized, legally…” “It’s impeccable, and his strategy isn’t entirely without merit, and I might not necessarily anger the entire Li Clan…”

An Ning hesitated upon hearing this, “However, if we send troops directly without a declaration of war, it’s against the rules and a very poor strategy. Even if we try to negotiate with Jiu Huang, having a declaration of war would only be a less than ideal approach. I feel that taking over the Great Divine Treasury Star System still does more harm than good. Most importantly, Xiao Jiu’s current state doesn’t necessarily require the Great Divine Treasury Star System. We can try to compete for the Divine Treasury Stone when we become stronger.”

An Ning was also very serious about this, believing that it was better to play it safe than risk it.

After listening to the analysis of the group, Li Tianming spoke up, both to Aurora and the others, and also to the Divine Treasury Clan Emperor and the others.

He slowly said, “The young emperor placed this hot potato right next to me, which shows he has a powerful backer. It’s a disgusting and ruthless move. Even in this dire situation, the young emperor is still able to outmaneuver me. If I eat this fat meat of the Great Divine Treasury Star System, I will be condemned by everyone. If I don’t eat it, I’ll be starving. Most importantly, compared to others who covet this fat meat, I want it the most, but eating it will also involve the most troubles…”

For the Divine Treasury Clan, that is their homeland. For Li Tianming, there are vast reserves of Divine Treasury Stones there, so of course he wants to eat it.

And this fat meat right in front of Li Tianming is making the Divine Treasury Grand Preceptor and Consort Yan very anxious.

After all, what others are eating is their homeland, and if they are a step too slow, they will miss the opportunity.

Ji Feng sighed, “Although this is highly likely a trap, it’s also an opportunity that’s within reach. If it’s occupied first, and then locked up again by the Heavenly Emperor Sect’s laws, there will be almost no chance to take it back…”

As the Grand Preceptor, he naturally understood the dangers involved, but the extreme temptation right in front of him and the young Emperor’s blatant intentions tore at his heart, causing him great torment.

Li Tianming didn’t reveal his final decision either, and for a moment, everyone fell silent, each torn and conflicted.

In the silence, Li Tianming suddenly raised his eyes and said calmly, “When I return to the Heavenly Emperor Sect this time, I will go to see the Nine Phoenix Saint Governor.”

“What?”

“Could it be…?”

Upon hearing Li Tianming’s words, the Divine Treasure Clan Emperor, Ji Yu, and the others present all widened their eyes.

Even Aurora and An Ning were somewhat shocked.

“Are you sure, Tianming?” Aurora asked in surprise in his ear.

The Divine Treasure Clan Emperor asked solemnly, “Governor Li, do you mean you want to take over the Great Divine Treasure Star System?”

Ji Yu, upon hearing this, was both surprised and worried, saying, “But, there will be a lot of trouble afterward… Actually, it’s already good enough that our people can live well now. If the territory isn’t enough to live on, we can easily win a battle against a level nine star system within the Divine Alliance’s territory. Do we really want to take this risk?”

At this moment, Yan Fei looked at Li Tianming with tears in her eyes, saying nothing.

Li Tianming seemed to be looking in the direction of the Great Divine Treasure Star System, squinting his eyes, and said, “Actually, being afraid of this and that is meaningless to me now. Since I beat up the young Emperor, those who hate me will be hateful, and those who are kind to me will be kind. Those who like me will not leave me because I take over the Great Divine Treasure Star System, and those who dislike me will not praise me or get close to me because I refrain from eating it. So why shouldn’t I eat the fat meat that’s delivered to my mouth?”

Upon hearing Li Tianming’s words, the Divine Treasure Clan Emperor and the others instantly felt enlightened.

However, the Divine Treasure Clan Emperor still clasped his hands and said, “Governor Li’s understanding is indeed extraordinary, but even if you don’t eat, we respect your decision. After all, you took us in, so how could we dare to ask you to take the risk again…”

He had never really recommended that Li Tianming fight to reclaim the Great Divine Treasure Star System, so he was truly sincere.

At this moment, Ji Feng said apologetically, “I was a little confused by your concern and even hoped that the Governor would send troops based on my own wishes. This was truly presumptuous, and I hope Governor Li will not mind.”