"Perhaps the issue lies not with the complexity of the fusion but with the nature of the Great Void Phoenix Scripture itself," Liang mused aloud. "The inputs the Thousand Derivations Rune has about the phoenix's nature are likely limited, which explains the persistent failures."
Unlike the serpent and nine-tailed fox bloodlines that were deeply ingrained in his source, the phoenix bloodline remained external. This distinction might be the underlying cause for the difficulties.
Liang's eyes glinted thoughtfully. "It's not as if there weren't a way around this... But," he glanced around with a chuckle.
Despite the desolate appearance and his seeming solitude, Liang sensed the watchful gaze of the fox woman upon him. To gain a profound understanding of the phoenix bloodline, he required its essence and spirit, which necessitated their integration with his own.
A enigmatic smile spread across Liang's face as he closed his eyes.
