Not to mention the Dafeng Dynasty—even the Daqian Empire wouldn't dare act recklessly here.
As for the western lands, the Liu Family originates from that direction. They have detailed knowledge of the local Immortal Dao influences and understand that these are forces they cannot provoke at the moment.
However, if they were to swallow up two thousand miles of territory and accumulate power for several decades, they could perhaps attempt to challenge them.
When the Dark Dragon Guards delivered their thorough briefing, none of the ministers—or rather, the Liu family members—voiced objections. This was a matter tied to their aspirations for advancement and, more critically, their hopes of achieving divinity after death.
The cultivation methods that tap into Human Dao fortune have one fatal flaw: they prohibit longevity!
