The Dragon Horse hovered in the air, exuding a regal and solitary air to its subordinates, though its mind was occupied by two mysterious powerhouses.
The two who had killed the Southern Heavenly King of the Black Cloth Alliance.
Frankly, it was envious. This was an opportunity to make a name for itself, far more significant than what it was currently doing.
"To become famous in one battle, who in the world doesn't know your name?"
The Dragon Horse murmured, its eyes filled with envy and excitement, as if it were those mysterious powerhouses.
The entire Battle Domain was talking, praising, and worshipping them!
Yet, despite this, the Dragon Horse harbored a sliver of contempt and disdain for the two mysterious figures.
"Such a golden opportunity, why didn't you two fools announce your names? Without announcing yourselves, how will anyone know it was you?"
The Dragon Horse cursed internally. What a waste, those two were too reserved, clearly lacking the grandeur of a king.
If it were up to it, it would be incredibly high-profile. Then, who in the world wouldn't know the name of Dragon Emperor?
Dragon Emperor was a title it had bestowed upon itself. If it was going to establish a faction, a name was essential.
"I wonder what Li Xiaotian has been up to?"
The Dragon Horse thought of Li Xiaotian, feeling a pang of regret. It knew the man couldn't make a name for himself going solo. One person couldn't possibly contend with a behemoth like the Ancient God Tribe.
If it had known, it should have persuaded him back then to stay and work with me!
The Dragon Horse mused with a touch of regret that Li Xiaotian hadn't seized that opportunity.
However, in a blink, the Dragon Horse cast aside all distractions, for it had a new grand plan.
That was to emulate the two mysterious powerhouses and become famous in one battle!
And it had already found its target: the Black Cloth Alliance.
This was because the Black Cloth Alliance was universally reviled, and its foundations were average. With its current strength, it could still contend with them.
Meanwhile, in a certain location in the central region of the Battle Domain, a person named Informant, the cultivator from Barbarian State whom Li Xiaotian had first encountered upon entering the Battle Domain, was also uneasy.
Unlike the foolishness of the Dragon Horse, upon hearing that the Southern Heavenly King of the Black Cloth Alliance had been forcefully killed by mysterious powerhouses, he had already guessed it was Li Xiaotian.
This was because the Southern Heavenly King was a late-stage Overlord. Unless a top-tier Overlord with exceptionally strong combat power made a move, it would be difficult to kill him.
The only individuals in the entire Barbarian State who met this criterion were three or four people, all hailing from peak factions. However, such existences would not attack the Black Cloth Alliance without reason.
If they were to act, they would have done so when the Black Cloth Alliance was constantly committing atrocities, not wait until now.
More importantly, this incident occurred within the Battle Domain. Such powerhouses generally would not come to the Battle Domain, fearing they might exceed the limits of the Battle Domain's formations, triggering the formations to target them.
Therefore, it could only be Li Xiaotian.
Of course, all of this was based on the fact that Informant had met Li Xiaotian and knew he had entered the Battle Domain.
Otherwise, he wouldn't have guessed.
Although he didn't know why Li Xiaotian had killed the Southern Heavenly King of the Black Cloth Alliance, the stir he had caused reminded Informant of his mission.
Initially, he had harbored a sliver of hope regarding the mission Li Xiaotian had assigned him, intending to delay it for as long as possible, perhaps the man would be discovered and dealt with by the Ancient God Tribe beforehand.
But now, he was worried. The stronger Li Xiaotian became, the more he feared him. Thus, he had no choice but to carry out the mission assigned to him by Li Xiaotian.
What if Li Xiaotian settled accounts afterward? Then he would truly be finished.
The mission Li Xiaotian had given Informant was to collect any significant or minor conflicts between the Ancient God Tribe and the other three major factions, especially those with mortal enmity.
Informant didn't know what Li Xiaotian intended to do, nor did he dare to guess. However, he knew that this mission was tantamount to investigating the four major factions, which was akin to playing with fire. If he were discovered by any of these factions, his death would be certain.
The four major factions were akin to gods in Barbarian State; even their enemies dared not investigate them casually. For him, a mere Emperor-level martial artist, to investigate them was clearly courting death!
Moreover, if Li Xiaotian were to use the intelligence he gathered to scheme against the Ancient God Tribe, Informant would become an accomplice, and would die even if he didn't want to!
Should I inform the Ancient God Tribe about Li Xiaotian's presence in the Battle Domain? This thought suddenly arose in Informant's mind, but he immediately shook his head vehemently, a cold sweat breaking out all over his body.
It was too risky. If he dared to do that, he would definitely be targeted by Li Xiaotian, and facing the retaliation of a top powerhouse, he would still be as good as dead!
"Damn it, if I had known this would happen, I should have just let him kill me with a palm strike back then!"
Informant cursed inwardly. If he had been killed by Li Xiaotian then, he wouldn't have to agonize like this now.
However, a decision had to be made. Informant gritted his teeth and instructed his four younger brothers by his side.
"You four, leave the Battle Domain immediately and return to the tribe. Remember, whatever I've instructed you not to say, do not say it. If anyone asks about me, tell them I'm in seclusion!"
"Big brother, what's wrong? Aren't you coming back? If you're in seclusion, you can do it in the tribe. We can guard you."
A younger brother quickly asked, his face etched with concern.
Seeing this, Informant felt speechless. Anyone with a little intelligence could tell that his talk of seclusion was an excuse, but his four foolish younger brothers had taken it literally.
"Don't ask so many questions, just go back when I tell you to! Also, if I don't return after a year, you are to act as if you never had me as a brother!"
Informant said. The four younger brothers immediately became anxious, scratching their heads and ears. Their elder brother's words sounded so serious, they felt something big was about to happen.
But Informant had no intention of explaining anything to them. He put on his elder brother's authoritative demeanor and forcefully drove the four younger brothers out of the Battle Domain.
After they left, Informant immediately changed his appearance and began his mission. There was no escaping; he could only give it his all!
In the Lightning Tribulation Zone, after two days, Li Xiaotian finally reached the edge of the seventh level.
At this moment, his entire body was shrouded in lightning, and he was in constant pain. His golden body had also dimmed somewhat. If this continued, even his invincible golden body would be destroyed by the endless power of the lightning.
But he had no time to adapt. By now, he had already figured out a way to increase his strength.
That was to absorb the lightning into his body and forge his body with the power of lightning!
Although his Ancient God Physique could not be elevated further, its strength and power would increase!
Thinking of this, a glint of determination flashed in Li Xiaotian's eyes, and then he stepped into the seventh level.
Boom!
Instantly, the terrifying power of lightning struck Li Xiaotian's body. In moments, his golden body actually showed faint cracks, which were rapidly spreading.
"As expected!" Li Xiaotian smiled, gritting his teeth. He had guessed correctly.
The power of lightning tempered the body, but the lightning from the first six levels could not harm him. While the sixth level could, the process was too slow, and he couldn't wait.
Only the seventh level!
Just like when he forged his golden body, his body was constantly destroyed and reforged, and this cycle continued until the golden body was achieved.
And it was the same now.
The power of lightning shattered his golden body, and he reforged his body. Moreover, he had a unique trump card.
That was the power of devouring!
Others needed energy to temper their bodies here, but it was different for him. The power of lightning itself was energy, and he could directly devour it!