Lin Zhan observed the defenses of the Sea Clan and the Giant Demon Forest, realizing his missiles would be ineffective against these two secret realms.
He shook his head and signaled for everyone to retreat.
Xiao Bao, with a look of helplessness, dragged back Xiao Han Yi's Zhen and He Da Zhuang's Blood Tiger.
Xiao Kong, carrying Zhang Cong's Tuo Long, followed behind.
As for Leng Shan's two Dragon Mastiffs and Sea Eagles, they circled around Xiao Jin and Xiao Ji, flattering them as they walked back.
He Da Zhuang, bewildered, addressed the Blood Tiger, "Damn it, how did you get beaten up like this? You always bragged to me about how fierce you were, what happened today? Ran into some trouble?"
The Blood Tiger opened one eye, its eyelids sealed shut, and pointed at Xiao Bao and Xiao Kong, "These scoundrels are too damn ruthless, they only hit the face..."
Before it could finish, Xiao Hei, annoyed, stepped forward and delivered a rough shove.
"You bastard, what did that say about you? If I hear you use that word again, Black Grandpa will take your tiger whip and soak it in wine."
Upon seeing Zhang Cong, Zhang Cong's giant crocodile immediately flopped onto the ground and said, "Big brother, we're no match for them. We admit we got beaten, but according to the rules, they can't just beat us for free, right? We should at least get some medical expenses."
Xiao Kong stood beside the Tuo Long and said, "This big brother is right, he seems like a straightforward fellow... pfft, straightforward fish."
He then said to the Tuo Long, "Big brother, name your price. As long as it's not too outrageous, your Fifth Uncle will agree."
The Tuo Long said with displeasure, "Who are you calling a fish?"
"I am a Tuo Long. Even if you can't read, calling me a crocodile would be acceptable."
"Since you're also from the underworld, I won't ask for too much. Just... just give me 10 quasi-king level crystal cores."
The Tuo Long said proudly, with the air of someone asking for an exorbitant amount.
Everyone looked at the Tuo Long as if it were an idiot. Xiao Jin patted Xiao Kong's shoulder, "Fifth, did you hit his head just now? Brother Zhang is one of our own. How could you strike his spirit beast on the head?"
Xiao Kong was on the verge of tears, "Brother Jin, it's not my fault. I didn't hit his head. This is how he's born."
The Tuo Long looked at everyone, confused, then said to the Five Little Ones, "What's wrong? Looking at you guys, you seem like big shots in this world. Can't you afford this little bit of money?"
Xiao Hei froze, then grinned, "Oh wow, so you're a familiar face after all."
Without another word, he directly produced 10 quasi-king level crystal cores and handed them to the Tuo Long.
"Brother, you're decisive, and we're not indecisive people. As they say, in the journey of life, one flower blooms bright; all under heaven are family. Though not born brothers, we've never been separated."
"We brothers have come to know each other through this fight. In the future, if you need anything, just send word. We brothers will definitely help."
The Tuo Long was stunned, then smiled and accepted the crystal cores, cupping his hands. "You esteemed leaders are generous. If you have any business in the future, let me know, and I'll definitely come to cheer you on."
The Five Little Ones were taken aback and inwardly scorned, *Damn, so this big crocodile was pretending to be stupid. This is too much. At least we brothers can help according to the situation. Look at him, even if we call him for help, he'll just come to cheer us on, without lifting a finger. What's the point of him coming if he won't lift a finger?*
Xiao Jin shook his head, not caring at all. After all, they were all upright individuals. If they really needed help, they just had to shout back home, and any family would send out a few emperors to help them.
Xiao Jin shook his head and looked at the Blood Tiger and Xiao Han Yi's Zhen, "Brothers, what's your decision? Will you accept this price for compensation, or will you draw a line and we'll fight again?"
It wasn't that Xiao Jin was being unreasonable. Although strength was paramount in the world of spirit beasts, lineage also mattered.
Zhang Cong's giant crocodile had the Gonggong clan as its backing, which was the bloodline of Emperor Yan of the human race. Even if they killed this giant crocodile, the old fellows of the Shang Dynasty could withstand the pressure from the Gonggong clan.
Not to mention Zhang Cong's face. They could easily kill this Tuo Long.
However, the Blood Tiger and Zhen families were different.
The Blood Tiger was the spirit beast of the Three Miao. The entire Three Miao were renowned for raising spirit beasts. With the care of great gods like the Chi You brothers, who knew how many ancient powerhouses they had at home.
As for the Zhen, it was even more so. This species was not only powerful but also well-connected. No family in the entire human race disliked them.
Who knew how to get along so well? During festivals, the Zhen would visit families to ward off evil spirits.
Especially in ancient times, when everyone still believed in such things, the result was that the Zhen had formed excellent relationships with the great figures of the human race.
Not to mention far away, even the ancestral court of the Shang Dynasty was a regular client of the Zhen. Every year during festivals, several Zhen would come to help ward off evil spirits and clean the place.
Therefore, the Five Little Ones had to treat this Zhen with more courtesy. Otherwise, if no one came to help clean the ancestral court of the Shang Dynasty during festivals, the irritable old men at home would skin these brothers alive.
Thinking of this, Xiao Jin quickly sent crystal cores to the Blood Tiger and Zhen.
"Brothers, actually, we have no real enmity. And considering our contractors, we should all be on the same side. Don't you agree?"
The Zhen and the Blood Tiger exchanged glances with the Tuo Long and nodded in unison.
They were all members of the Human Alliance and had their respective contractors, so they were naturally in the same organization.
It was just that the Five Little Ones, upon their arrival, acted as if they were the most important people.
As second-generation divine beasts, who wouldn't show off? Seeing someone they didn't like, they'd just fight them first.
As for the outcome... everyone knew it. The winner got paid, and the loser nursed their wounds.
Leng Shan's two Dragon Mastiffs looked at the Blood Tiger and said, "Big Cat, can't you guys show a bit more backbone? Why only ask for 10 quasi-king crystal cores?"
The Blood Tiger was about to get angry at the name "Big Cat," but upon hearing that the compensation was too little, it quickly said, "Is that still little? How long have we been promoted to king? It's not appropriate to ask for king cores immediately."
Dragon One curled its lips, "You three really haven't seen the world. See those five big brothers? They've killed no less than nine hundred and eighty king beasts. They usually eat king beasts as their regular meal."
"Forget it, you three should just watch."
So, Dragon One and Dragon Two went up to Xiao Jin, "Brother Jin, can you give us a couple of king cores? I've been feeling a bit weak lately and need to replenish."
Xiao Jin didn't say a word, handed over a pile of king cores, and waved his hand, throwing two to the Sea Eagle.
The three beasts, Blood Tiger, Zhen, and Tuo Long, instantly felt that the quasi-king crystal cores in their hands were no longer as appealing.