He frowned slightly; if he wanted to prove his role in this matter, he would have to disclose that Li Ming had secretly communicated with the Dominion Holy Image. But doing so might lead people to suspect that he was the true inheritor.
Especially those shrewd pioneers.
"Let them suspect, whatever. Azure Dragon is, after all, a Divine Craftsman. Without concrete evidence, mere suspicion doesn't amount to much." Li Ming contemplated; perfection was unattainable, sacrifices had to be made.
Clarifying this matter would not only account for the benefits provided by the pioneers earlier but also serve as his entry ticket to that Council.
If he could discern the pioneers' final plan ahead of time, things would be far smoother for him.
"Everything needs to connect seamlessly... How should I put this? Just say Azure Dragon and Forging Hammer are old acquaintances..."
