Chapter 306: Chapter 182: Ten Years Gone By

An Liuli sat quietly in the secret chamber, pondering for three days, and still opened her eyes somewhat perplexed.

“None of it makes sense!”

If Hong Guangxiao and Yuan Shuncheng joined forces to set up the scheme, why did it suddenly break down now?

“If I were the Emperor of Cangming, the initial goal would be the ancestral treasure of the former dynasty, so… why act prematurely before seeing any results?”

Suddenly, a flash of insight came to An Liuli.

“Could it be that the ancestral treasure of the former dynasty has been obtained by someone, and they suspect it’s me?”

Connecting all the clues, a look of surprise gradually appeared in An Liuli’s eyes.

The ancestral treasure of the former dynasty was a critical treasure always remembered by her An clan as their key to a counterattack.

Without the ancestral treasure of the former dynasty, revitalizing the Moon Worship Dynasty would be almost impossible.

Thus, ever since the An clan fled from Cangming Imperial City, they had been tirelessly searching.

Unfortunately, hundreds of years had passed with no success.

Over these years, whether it was An Liuli’s forefathers or herself, they had lost count of how many times they had sensed it with their bloodline secret technique.

“It must be so! Otherwise, those two old scoundrels wouldn’t have their meticulously planned scheme exposed so easily; it must be because the ancestral treasure of the former dynasty has emerged, and someone has gotten it, but the ancestral treasure has quasi-immortal artifact-level shielding, so they do not know the details.”

A moment later, after sorting through everything, this became the only answer.

This was the only explanation that perfectly explained everything that had happened today!

“If that’s the case, for the ancestral treasure of the former dynasty, the Emperor of Cangming wouldn’t just give up easily, and more people will probably keep coming.” An Liuli was certain in her heart.

However, what eased her mind was that now, working seamlessly with Liu Hongling, they were almost invincible together in this place.

Especially since the Cangming Dynasty cannot send Nascent Soul True Monarch level experts into the swamp.

Guzhu True Monarch would also definitely strongly resist, after all, it was a decree jointly issued by the Ten Thousand Poison Sect and Celestial Secret City, who would dare defy it within the swamp?

“As long as it’s below Nascent Soul, no matter how many come, it doesn’t matter!” An Liuli felt at ease.

However, she soon fell into worry again.

“Who will ultimately acquire the ancestral treasure of the former dynasty?”

In terms of her understanding of the ancestral treasure, not to mention anything else, even just the quasi-immortal artifact can’t be easily controlled by others.

Unless another quasi-immortal artifact is used to suppress it or the bloodline of the Empress.

The Emperor of Cangming suspected that she had obtained the treasure, almost ruling out the possibility of others using a quasi-immortal artifact.

“Then… could it be Ruoxi?” An Liuli’s face showed a trace of astonishment and doubt.

The first Emperor of Cangming had not exterminated the An clan back then because he wanted to use the An bloodline to open the Moon Worship Empress’s treasure.

But to prevent an An clan counterattack, only one direct bloodline was left.

Moreover, each generation only left two or three descendants at most, and for those with extraordinary talent, they were eliminated decisively.

The intention was to ensure their decline and prevent their rise.

In An Liuli’s generation, there were only An Liuli and her sister, An Ruoxi.

An Ruoxi was born after the An clan fled Cangming Imperial City, so her gifted bloodline was unknown to the Cangming Dynasty, allowing her to hide secretly and eventually apprentice under Guzhu True Monarch.

An Liuli naturally knew her rebellious sister’s talent.

Surpassing the innate Five Elements Spirit Root, there was a significant hope for becoming a Dao Lord.

Therefore, from a young age, great expectations were placed upon An Ruoxi.

However, a few years ago, An Ruoxi’s soul plaque in Guzhu City broke…

For this, An Liuli grieved for a long time, having to bear the burden of restoring the Moon Worship Dynasty alone.

Because she was now the only bloodline of the Moon Worship Immortal Monarch in the world.

If she failed, she planned to prepare for a long-term battle, find a Dao companion, and birth descendants to continue the bloodline and mission.

“Could it be that Ruoxi isn’t dead! The news of her soul plaque breaking is only known to be true or false by Guzhu True Monarch!”

Instantly, An Liuli’s gaze flickered.

“Guzhu True Monarch probably doesn’t covet the quasi-immortal artifact, even if Ruoxi died, he wouldn’t be able to control it, perhaps… he is helping Ruoxi conceal it!”

Thinking of this, An Liuli’s heart was filled with excitement.

If An Ruoxi obtained the treasure, it would be a great good for An Liuli, for the An clan, and for the Moon Worship Empress’s great intentions.

“Sister, the ancestors’ wish lies with you! I will do my best to help you conceal it,” she silently mused, her heart feeling relieved.

The heavy burden of reviving the former dynasty seemed to lighten instantly.

However, she hadn’t completely absolved herself of responsibility.

“If that’s the case, I will focus on continuing the An clan’s bloodline!” A ripple appeared in An Liuli’s heart, and she couldn’t help but glance toward the direction of the back courtyard chamber.

During those three years, she had frequent intimate interactions with Li Jizhou, and what should be seen had been completely seen.

Furthermore, she was quite satisfied with Li Jizhou’s character and temperament.

However, Li Jizhou had always been indifferent and never showed any sign of affection, so she didn’t think much of it.

Especially since, at that time, she always had the wish to continue the bloodline of the former dynasty.

For choosing a Dao companion, natural talent and bloodline were of utmost importance.

Moreover, she hadn’t yet discerned Li Jizhou’s origin, thinking he was just an ordinary True Core cultivator, so his talent naturally didn’t count for much.

Adding that her royal bloodline and cultivation level were higher than Li Jizhou’s, she naturally couldn’t lower herself.

Now… he turned out to be a Nascent Soul True Monarch!

Adding what Yu Ziyu said, Li Jizhou’s age is still under one hundred and fifty, such talent is probably at least peak Five Elements Spirit Root.

If she could have children with him, it would greatly benefit the continuation of the An clan’s bloodline!

Of course, she had previously thought about becoming Dao companions,

And now, since Li Jizhou is a Nascent Soul True Monarch and so young, with limitless potential, being Dao companions might be a bit forced.

That night, An Liuli, draped in moon-white gauze, cloaked in a sheer veil that accentuated her full figure yet remained barely visible, adorned herself with a light makeup, her appearance regal, she gracefully arrived outside Li Jizhou’s chamber room.

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