An hour later, when Li Yao returned to the deck of the airship that he had previously been on, he was still chewing on what Emperor Phoenix had told him.
Emperor Phoenix's meaning was obvious. He wanted Li Yao to establish a sect that leaned more toward the court in order to compete with the six major sects right now and all the smaller sects.
The operation to explore the Divine Palace was the best opportunity for the cooperation of the two parties.
If Li Yao was really 'Master Spiritual Vulture', who had gone there to 'gain his fame and establish his sect', it would have been possible for him to truly be persuaded.
The young emperor is indeed quite thoughtful and has a great vision for the future. Also, I can sense his intense confidence between the lines, as if he has further support that nobody knows about!