If one were ownerless, it would surely spark a bloody conflict.
Jiang Lan was well aware of the importance of a Dao Artifact in this world. Even with the resources and connections of the Prime Minister's Mansion, one could not be bestowed lightly.
Things like Dao Marks could not be forged and condensed by an ordinary Artifact Refiner. Most Dao Artifacts were formed through gradual nurturing over time.
"What if," Song Youwei began, a hint of a smile on her lips as a thought occurred to her, "when I get to Qianyuan Prefecture, I pretend to be one of your retainers?"
Jiang Lan was taken aback.
"No." He refused without a second thought.
Song Youwei was still the demoness of the Blood Immortal Sect. Even if she were only pretending to be a retainer, he didn't want to have any public association with her.
Once an association like that was made, he would have to spend even more effort to conceal it later. He had neither the time nor the energy for that.
