A heart as vast as the sea...
Liu Bowen stood quietly for a moment, his heart filled with emotion.
"A ruler like this... one worthy of my complete support.This is the sage-sovereign I've long sought."
Inwardly, he made a firm resolution.
Zhuge Liang, standing beside him, also mused silently:
"With such a magnanimous heart, capable of embracing all under heaven, it's no wonder the Great Yi Dynasty is destined for more than just becoming an imperial court. This... is only the beginning."
For any ruler, ambition and breadth of vision determined their destiny. A narrow-minded, jealous king would divide and destroy even the greatest empire.But one with true strength and magnanimity?He could uplift an entire race.
Yi Tianxing was just such a ruler.
The Great Yi Dynasty, no matter how powerful, could not yet claim to represent the entire human race.
Across the Eternal World, countless humans still lived under different banners.If these soldiers—purified from Eternal Night slaves—were hoarded in White Crow City, their value would be limited.
But shared with others, they could elevate the entire human race.
The stronger humanity becomes, the stronger Great Yi becomes.
It was a symbiotic relationship. Strength in unity.
"This was a masterstroke by the Emperor," Zhuge Liang said."But we mustn't stop at Liu Bei.Other human factions must be contacted as well.A fine wine hidden in a dark alley still goes unsavored."
Knowing Liu Bei's character, he wouldn't broadcast the source of his new soldiers. He'd likely keep silent and secretive.
But if they took the initiative to approach others, Great Yi's influence and goodwill would spread.
"This could become a vast web of influence," Liu Bowen added."And when we finally leave this battlefield... Great Yi's name will already span the realms."
Each deal would earn favors, strengthen alliances, and extend Great Yi's reach across the Eternal World.
"Exactly," Yi Tianxing agreed."And White Crow City can move freely—no need for messengers or risk.We can visit any war fortress, conduct trades directly, and showcase our strength."
No need to worry about accidents or betrayal on the road.The transactions would be instant and secure.
Liu Bowen smiled.
"A perfect opportunity.Those able to survive on this battlefield are all human elites—bold, resolute, and not lacking in loyalty."
After finishing their discussion, the two strategists excused themselves to make further preparations.
Shortly after, Bai Xue returned—this time carrying the blood essence of Guan Yu and Zhang Fei.
They had offered it willingly when told it was for Yi Tianxing, even offering more if needed.
After delivering the vials, Bai Xue quietly left again.
Everyone knew how precious time was on the battlefield, and no one wasted a moment.With resources plentiful, every cultivator was advancing at an astonishing pace.
"Liu Bei, Guan Yu, Zhang Fei... With all three blood essences gathered, it's time to test this so-called Heaven-Fortune Peach Seed."
With a thought, Yi Tianxing entered the Celestial Garden.
The garden was a paradise. A lush, fragrant land filled with divine herbs and spiritual fruits.
Fields of ginseng grew like carrots, vermillion fruits hung ripe from their branches, and mystical mushrooms shimmered in dreamlike hues.
In the garden's heart stood a towering divine tree—Ruo Mu (若木神树)—beneath which, drops of Life Spring Essence gathered into a crystalline pool.
Nearby stood the:
Wulou Fruit Tree – a top-tier celestial plant
Five Elements Treasure Tree – an innate spiritual root
Immortal Evolution Tree – also innate-grade
There were now three Innate Spiritual Roots in the Celestial Garden—a miraculous feat.
Yi Tianxing's gaze shifted to the Immortal Evolution Tree, where tiny metal gourds were ripening.Each one contained an Immortal Evolution Elixir, capable of transforming the body and soul.
There were 365 gourds in total, each glowing with varying numbers and colors of radiant halos.
The more halos, the higher the grade.Each evolution elixir required massive amounts of time and resources to refine.
"Let's see what this Heaven-Fortune Peach Seed can do."
He retrieved a peach pit, still pulsating faintly with hidden life.
Placing it in rich spiritual soil, he opened the vials of blood essence.
Drip—!
Liu Bei's blood struck the pit first. A white divine light burst forth, his silhouette glowing vividly on the surface.
Drip—!
Guan Yu's blood followed.A brilliant red light erupted in response.
Drip—!
Zhang Fei's blood landed last.A deep black glow surged outward.
The three colors—white, red, and black—twisted together in a divine radiance.
Yi Tianxing could clearly see a vision of the Peach Garden Oath—as if reliving it himself.
"So it's true... This seed only awakens with the combined blood of sworn brothers.A unique oath seal... Now broken."
The moment the seal lifted, the seed erupted with life.It began to absorb worldly energy and spiritual nutrients from the soil.
"Here—some nourishment."
Yi Tianxing dropped a single bead of Life Immortal Dew onto the pit.
Boom—!
The seed surged with vitality. Roots shot downward. Leaves sprouted upward.It grew a full meter tall within seconds.
"Excellent. You want to grow?I'll give you all the nourishment you want."
Yi Tianxing began pouring Life Immortal Dew freely—as if it cost nothing.
With each drop, the tree surged in size and energy.In no time, it had become a towering peach tree, its branches heavy with blossoms.
Blossoms bloomed and withered in moments—then came the fruit.
Three-colored Fortune Peaches.
Each fruit was the size of a child's head, vibrant with color, exuding irresistible fragrance.
Eventually, the tree bore exactly 3,000 fruits.
Yi Tianxing plucked one and took a bite—
Three-colored divine light erupted, and a powerful aroma filled the air.
Flavor beyond description.Spiritual power didn't increase... but something else did.
He felt his culinary cauldron stir, food cells activating, blood energy surging, and lifespan expanding.
[Divine Fruit: Heaven-Fortune Peach ]
✦ Boosts Fortune Luck (福运) – drawing fate and serendipity
✦ Boosts Official Luck (禄运) – smooth career path, promotion, opportunity
✦ Boosts Lifespan Luck (寿运) – directly increases lifespan by 10,000 years
Important: It does not boost spiritual energy or cultivation.
Yi Tianxing nodded in amazement.
"A true Innate Spiritual Root... This fruit could let peak powerhouses live a second life.Its value... is inestimable."