Wentian Tower.

A sense of oppression permeated the air.

Everyone couldn't help but wonder if Jiang Yuan's arrival meant that the world on Thousand Machine Island was about to change again.

Many people couldn't help but look in Ling Yongyi's direction.

But their eyes were all fixed on Li Ming.

They could certainly recognize Li Ming behind Ling Yongyi.

Everyone knows that this seemingly harmless young man is actually a powerful expert who, together with the Ling family patriarch, single-handedly annihilated four Celestial Beings from the Wang and Fang families.

Does the fact that this person has agreed to come mean that the Ling family has something to say about it?

Li Ming naturally turned a blind eye and had no opinion on these matters.

Ling Yongyi, as expected of someone who had seen many grand occasions, calmly cupped his hands and said:

"Ling Yongyi, an inner disciple of Wanling Pavilion, greets Senior Brother Jiang."

I had long heard of Senior Brother Jiang's great name; his swordsmanship was unparalleled in the world.

I've come solely to attend the banquet!

Jiang Yuan's eyes flickered, and a smile slowly appeared, seemingly dispelling the oppressive atmosphere. He then revealed a harmless smile and spoke gently:

"Of course."

I'm only here to attend the banquet and then practice my cultivation; please don't disturb everyone's enjoyment.

Immediately, disappointment appeared in many eyes.

After all, Jiang Yuan and Ling Yongyi are both from the Wanling Pavilion, and the Li family is facing a talent shortage. Perhaps the Ling family is even considering competing for a position.

They're really looking forward to a big show.

Ling Yongyi's words were undoubtedly an admission of weakness, indicating that he lacked the confidence to confront Jiang Yuan and the Li family.

With just a few simple words, the atmosphere at the banquet subtly shifted.

"Hahaha!"

Li Canghai clapped his hands and laughed, then stood up and said:

"Everyone, don't overthink it, just enjoy this birthday banquet!"

His laughter was incredibly hearty, seemingly infectious. The expressions of the people below the stage relaxed slightly, as if the previous solemnity and tension had never existed.

"Serve the food!"

At his command, numerous maids brought out platters of extremely precious delicacies.

"This is top-quality dragon meat. You are welcome to sample it."

Jiang Yuan couldn't help but sigh at this scene:

"I've heard that Uncle Li often goes into the sea to fight dragons, and now that I see it, it's true."

A large number of people below immediately clapped and cheered, praising the performance repeatedly.

Over the years, Li Canghai has spent a lot of money buying things related to the dragon race, and he has even gone to the East Sea to kill these dragons.

For example, the dragon meat served here is all from dragons at the Enlightenment Realm.

For martial artists, the meat of such exotic beasts, which replenishes qi and blood, is priceless.

Not to mention the meat of this dragon species, which is even very beneficial for stimulating bloodline and purifying qi and blood.

Therefore, this high-grade dragon meat is something that is priceless and unavailable for sale.

Of course, these dragons all have only a small amount of dragon blood.

Although the dragon race claims that everything can transform into a dragon, they will only acknowledge you after you have transformed into a dragon.

Li Canghai smiled without saying a word, his five fingers clenched, and he breathed in and out spiritual energy through his nose and mouth.

In an instant, it devoured several large portions of dragon meat.

"This is a cultivation technique I received as a gift, called the 'Dragon Devouring All Things Technique.' Are you interested, Junior Nephew Jiang?"

Jiang Yuan quickly waved his hand and said:

"Since this was given to my uncle by someone else, I don't need to learn it... However, this technique seems to be exclusive to the Dragon Clan. If my human race were to cultivate it, it might be inappropriate later on."

Uncle Li, please don't let this small convenience lead you astray.

The two made no attempt to conceal their true feelings, and the previously lively atmosphere suddenly froze.

Such methods of devouring are rarely practiced, especially those of alien races.

When humans cultivate, they will almost always encounter some problems.

This kind of technique is mostly practiced by demonic martial artists.

The further one progresses in cultivation, the more side effects one will experience, and one may even transform into something akin to a "demon".

As a Celestial Martial Artist, how could Li Canghai not know the implications?

"Hahaha……"

Li Canghai let out a long laugh, then said in a serious tone:

“Junior Nephew Jiang is thinking too narrowly. Countless years ago, the human race was weak.”

Thus, in order to find a way to become stronger, the sages of the human race drew on the cultivation, movements, and lifestyles of other races to create various martial arts techniques.

The cultivation methods of various races may have been borrowed from each other. Even among my human race, there are many with dragon blood. Now that I am old, my heart for the Dao has never wavered.

Why can't we just cultivate the dragon race's methods?

Upon hearing this, Jiang Yuan was startled, as if the development of events had taken him somewhat unexpectedly.

Although he had heard his master say that the Li family seemed to have dragon blood, now that he saw the kind-faced Li Canghai, he felt as if he were seeing a man-eating evil dragon!

Those eyes seemed to have turned vertical, emitting an eerie golden light, and the whole person became incredibly cold.

Under this invisible aura, the vast Wentian Tower seemed to become desolate.

Before anyone could react, Jiang Yuan instinctively said:

"Uncle-Master... have you gone mad from practicing cultivation?"

"Going mad with cultivation? Ridiculous!"

Li Canghai's eyes flashed, and his imposing aura was undisguised, like a mountain descending from the sky with a tremendous roar!

"Uncle-Master, I have cultivated for so many years. With this drop of true dragon blood and a grand sacrifice, I can finally embark on the path of the Martial God!"

Jiang Yuan was utterly horrified. He never imagined that his own martial uncle would turn from a kind elder into a man-eating demon!

They actually have to use a blood sacrifice to transform into a dragon!

"You are utterly depraved! If you use blood sacrifice and then defect to another race, the Myriad Spirits Pavilion will surely kill you, and the powerful figures of the human race will not stand idly by. Your recklessness is nothing short of courting death!"

Jiang Yuan glared angrily and stood up, preparing to activate his true energy.

Suddenly, his expression changed drastically, and disbelief appeared in his eyes.

The once mighty and unstoppable true essence of heaven and man was now circulating with great difficulty. Obstacles arose for no reason, and even the circulation of qi and blood throughout the body was not smooth.

"You poisoned me!"

Upon hearing this, not only Jiang Yuan panicked, but everyone present felt a chill in their hearts and unconsciously activated their true energy, only to discover that they had all been poisoned.

"This is... the Thousand Spirits Immortal Transformation Incense!"

Immediately, someone realized the type of poison and exclaimed in surprise.

【Thousand Spirits Immortal Incense】This poison is said to be a rare poison that can poison all living beings below the level of a Martial God, and even a Martial God will be affected to some extent.

This strange poison smells like floral fragrance, colorless and invisible. Just one breath will cause one to be poisoned without realizing it. If one tries to stimulate their blood and vital energy, they will feel an abnormal blockage.

The more it is stimulated, the stronger the toxicity becomes!

"oh?"

Li Ming was also caught in the trap, which surprised him.

He could tell that the other person had a connection with the dragon race, for example, he himself had dragon blood.

But unexpectedly, Li Canghai had grand ambitions; he had actually colluded with the Dragon Clan!

However... for him, this poison wasn't particularly deadly.

After mobilizing one's true energy, the poison will soon be eliminated.

Li Canghai

[Cultivation Level]: [Seventh Level of Celestial Being]

[Entry]: [True Dragon Essence Blood (Pale Purple), Dragon Clan Bloodline (Deep Red), Human-Dragon Union (Red), Dragon Demon Holy Body (Red), True Dragon Might (Red), Obsession (Crimson)...]

[True Dragon Essence Blood (Purple)]: [The body contains a drop of True Dragon Essence Blood at the Martial God Realm level. It has not yet been fully refined. If successfully refined, it can transform into a dragon.]

"Let's start with you..."

Li Canghai calmly lifted Jiang Yuan up with one hand, as if he were carrying a chick.

"The Celestial Master of the Myriad Spirits Pavilion is indeed quite capable, but unfortunately you currently lack both true essence to activate and blood and qi to enhance your abilities, so you can't unleash even a tenth of your strength."

Li Canghai completely disregarded the other party's dying struggle.

After all, even if Jiang Yuan were at his peak, he wouldn't be a match for him.

Not to mention that the opponent can't even unleash one-tenth of their strength right now!

"Ten thousand dragons are born...devouring the heavens and the earth..."

Li Canghai clenched his fist with five fingers and opened his mouth.

A dark, turbid breath was exhaled, instantly turning the trembling Jiang Yuan into a ball of flesh, which was then swallowed whole.

Jiang Yuan's power, flesh and blood, and everything else was completely devoured by it!

"If I could consume a few more Celestial Beings, I might be able to return to my peak form immediately."

Li Canghai licked his lips, seemingly still wanting more.