The Empress placed her hand on Li Yao's back, channeling her energy as she concentrated on refining her blood. In her mind, she reflected that unlocking the Human Emperor bloodline wasn't particularly difficult, at least in theory. Being human already provided the foundation necessary to access this lineage. The second requirement was more specific—one needed to be recognized as the official heir to the imperial throne and receive imperial essence from the current emperor.
"Even though I died and the empire fell with me," the Empress thought, "I never chose an official heir, so I remain the Human Emperor still. This allows me to appoint an heir now."
[Get ready] the Empress instructed.
Li Yao focused her energy, preparing to circulate the bloodline essence that would soon enter her system. Her breathing steadied as she entered a state of perfect concentration.
