218 Dalong Prefecture, 26th
Salted duck, roast duck burger, beef stew in a six-combination pot, roast lamb chops, roast meat, a steamed big bluefish, and a turtle the size of a washbasin.
In an instant, the stone table was filled with young servants. Some of them had met Wei Ming once before, but they quickly adapted. Although there were two people among them and they couldn't tell who was who, their fear slowly disappeared with their master by their side.
After the dishes were served, He Chen and his two companions approached the stone table. They considered their words: "If this were a banquet, it should be: 'Today's feast is truly a grand occasion. Thank you all for gathering here to enjoy this delicious food. May everyone have a wonderful time and leave in high spirits.'"
Or, "It is an honor to have you all join us for this banquet today. Thank you for gracing my humble abode. In this wonderful time, let us enjoy the delicious food and discuss world affairs together."
But the one being entertained now wasn't human; with one hand pointing, it was difficult to find the right words. The one who became solemn was Dao, 'Fifth Elder, your journey from afar is truly fate. Please enjoy this delicious food!'
So the two eagles, smelling the delicious food, instantly had a big appetite and, without the slightest hesitation, turned their wings and used their inner energy to start eating.
He Chen didn't mind picking up the turtle, opening his mouth wide, and in a few bites, he ate the turtle clean.
By this time, the other meat had almost been eaten by the two eagles. Their beaks were much bigger than He Chen's. With a single, wide open beak, the duck was swallowed whole in an instant.
Only a large bluefish remained on the table, perhaps from someone who had just broken through and hadn't fully adapted yet. Intimidated by the Fifth Elder's long-standing prestige, Wei Ming paused for a moment.
The Fifth Elder swallowed the giant bluefish whole in one gulp.
Wei Ming looked at the empty plate, but there was no disappointment in his eyes.
The Fifth Elder finished his meal with great satisfaction. The roasted food had a crispier outer layer and a more tender interior, filling the air with its aroma. He felt extremely enjoyable and happy, his eyes even squinting with delight.
The key point is that the person opposite me has no ulterior motives towards me whatsoever. They don't even seem to care about me at all. This feeling brings me peace of mind and eliminates any sense of pressure.
A pleasant, gentle voice said softly, "Thank you for the meal."
After Wei Ming finished eating, he let out a burp and spread his wings. Instantly, the yard was almost too small to hold him, and then he retracted them.
Then, somewhat embarrassed, it said, "Master, the reason I came here this time is firstly to collect some medicinal herbs, which I specially brought to give to you."
Secondly, the asparagus fern has begun to wither on a small scale. But strangely, the withering speed of the asparagus fern is much faster than in previous years.
Thirdly, recently, the wolf, monkey, tiger, and snake tribes have all outwardly become more low-key, but secretly they are all hunting other species.
A hint of doubt and confusion flashed in his eyes. It hadn't been this fast in previous years!
He Chen's heart skipped a beat, and he asked softly, "Have any of the demon kings from these clans appeared recently?"
Wei Ming shook his head. "No, Master. I haven't seen them lately. It seems like all those demon kings have disappeared. I wonder if they're plotting something else."
He Chen nodded, offering no further explanation. At this moment, the Fifth Elder said softly, "Recently, these demon kings seem to have all disappeared, having gone to plot something else."
Not only that, some of the tribe's elite troops were also transferred away.
Then, after a pause, looking at the man and the eagle with questioning eyes, he explained, "So, other races saw hope. The Ascension Grass originally needed to be nourished with blood."
The blood of demonic beasts will accelerate the maturation of the Ascension Grass. And the other demon kings, secretly and quietly leaving at this crucial moment, must have something very important to do.
They probably timed it perfectly, returning just as the Ascension Grass would be nearly ripe, so they could leave with peace of mind.
Seeing the two puzzled looks, he continued to explain, "The Demon King has left. These things can't be hidden from their own people."
In this way, without the Demon King's oppression, the Ascension Grass wouldn't be designated for the Demon King's heir. Other members of their race would all have a chance. That's why they hunted other races on a massive scale.
"I'm preparing to irrigate it with blood. This will accelerate the growth of the Ascension Grass, allowing me to advance to Demon King level before the Demon King returns. That way, when the Demon King comes back, he'll be helpless."
After speaking, he hesitated, then turned to Wei Ming and said, "You'll know these things when you're promoted to elder. I didn't expect you to break through so quickly."
Wei Ming nodded, indicating that he understood.
The Fifth Elder hesitated for a moment, then continued, "This is just the beginning. These clans are all operating covertly, testing the waters. Has the Demon King truly left?"
If there are no other obstacles, a racial war will immediately break out, which will further accelerate the maturation of the Ascension Herb. Eventually, virtually no race will be able to escape it.
He Chen nodded and asked softly, "What is the current combat strength of these clans?"
The Fifth Elder hesitated for a moment, then said in a low voice, "Currently, the combat strength of these clans is about the same."
The monkey and wolf tribes are the most numerous. Those above the fifth rank are estimated to number over a thousand, while the sixth-rank leaders are estimated to be over twenty, and those below the fifth rank are estimated to number in the tens of thousands.
The snake and bear clans are the strongest, with forty to fifty members at the sixth rank. However, the snake clan's lair is well-hidden, making it impossible to discern their true strength.
Then there's the Yellow Clan, not strong, but extremely cunning.
He Chen nodded. "This is indeed a good opportunity. I can help you obtain the Ascension Grass, but it needs to be given to Wei Ming."
The Fifth Elder, upon hearing this, pondered for a moment. He remained silent, then nodded with difficulty. "I agree on behalf of the other elders. Thank you, Your Excellency."
At that moment, the door opened, and Piaomiaoyue, Yunsu, Weilan, Jiehuayu, Biyunyan, Tufanghua, Wanqing, Rourou, and Weiqinghui, all wearing dresses of various colors, including blue and small floral patterns, appeared.
There were also white slit dresses, and the girls' faces were rosy at this moment. Their figures were slender and delicate, with incredibly exquisite faces, infinitely miniature bodies, and long, graceful legs.
The black, blue, and red bras were all completely covered by the skirt, revealing her long, beautiful, jade-like feet, which were elegantly wrapped around the heels of her sandals like slender, verdant vines.
Like a meticulously crafted work of art, her unique and captivating pair of beautiful jade feet instantly drew the eye. For a moment, she was more beautiful than any flower, leaving He Chen mesmerized.
Upon seeing the people who came out, the Fifth Elder instantly felt immense pressure; these women were not to be trifled with.
At this moment, two women came out of the guest rooms behind and crossed the courtyard. Neither of them was wearing a veil.
Han Linling changed into a gorgeous light green dress, embroidered with golden water lilies. The lilies were so lifelike and exquisitely painted that they seemed to be real yet unreal, so exquisite that it was hard to tell the difference. The buds, about to bloom, were lovely and endearing.
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