"A congratulatory gift?"
Upon hearing Xu Fang's words, the demon race felt utterly dejected.
Were they not sent to seize the Penglai Immortal Island?
How did it become a congratulatory occasion for him to establish his dojo, and he was now demanding gifts from them? What kind of situation was this!
The observing mighty beings, upon hearing Xu Fang's words, felt a stirring in their hearts, and soon recalled something.
"Hmm? Why do I feel like we've experienced something like this before?"
"Damn it! Xu Fang is truly audacious! He robs us, and now he's targeting the demon race too!"
"I must admit, Xu Fang has so many treasures, and he cherishes them like his life. We have to admire him!"
The mighty beings chattered amongst themselves, greatly amused.
This plot was too familiar; they had experienced it firsthand.
When they were toyed with by Xu Fang and were powerless to do anything, they surrendered. Wasn't this exactly how Xu Fang extorted them?
They never expected Xu Fang to be so brazen, using the same tactic again when the demon race surrendered, intending to extort them severely.
In the entire world, facing the demon race and making such demands, perhaps only Xu Fang could do it. The Primordial Era could not find another.
However, they all had to admit that with the backing of the five great forces' armies, Xu Fang had the complete confidence to speak such words.
And for the demon race, if they wished to withdraw from this place, it seemed their only option was to swallow their pride and obediently agree to Xu Fang's demands.
As for the beings who came to aid Xu Fang, whether it was the Dragon, Phoenix, or Qilin tribes, or the Immortal Court and Witch tribes, they were all greatly intrigued to hear Xu Fang speak like this.
"As expected of Daoist Xu Fang, we have to admire him!"
"Indeed, only Daoist Xu Fang could achieve such a feat! However, judging by the demon race's reaction, they don't seem too willing."
"What's there to fear? If they don't agree, we can just make a move and fight. In that case, Daoist Xu Fang should have no objections, right?"
The beings of the five-party coalition spoke one after another, admiring Xu Fang's boldness in openly and brazenly extorting the demon race in broad daylight, before the eyes of countless onlookers. It was an unprecedented event.
However, this matter, when it came to Xu Fang, was perfectly reasonable.
Only an existence like Xu Fang, with so many allies to support him, could perform such a heaven-defying act.
They were all happy to see this unfold. They had felt a slight regret about letting the demon race go easily just now. Now, it seemed, even if they let the demon race go, they would make them suffer, which was truly satisfying!
It would be best if the demon race agreed. If not, they wouldn't mind taking action and fighting a great battle with the demon race.
After all, regardless of the outcome, it seemed the demon race would be the ones to lose face, and they would be happy. This trip to Penglai Immortal Island was indeed worthwhile!
Zhen Yuanzi and the others also revealed knowing smiles.
This time, the demon race had tried to steal a chicken only to end up with a mouthful of rice. It was truly satisfying!
Xu Fang listened to the chatter of the beings present, ignoring them, and his gaze fell upon Di Jun.
"What? Fellow Daoist Di Jun, do you think I've spoken incorrectly?"
Xu Fang asked with a smile, then his expression turned cold.
"If Fellow Daoist Di Jun feels my words are inappropriate, then I shall say no more. Please, Fellow Daoist Di Jun, go and speak with the other fellow daoists."
As Xu Fang spoke, he gestured towards the beings of the five great forces.
The beings of the five great forces immediately understood and echoed Xu Fang's words.
"Yes! Since we can't reach an agreement with Daoist Xu Fang, perhaps we can have a talk with you?"
"Haha! My great axe is already thirsty for battle!"
"Daoist Xu Fang, is it alright for us to have a good 'talk' with the demon race right now?"
They responded to Xu Fang's words while rubbing their hands together, appearing ready to fight at any moment.
Di Jun's face was already extremely displeased upon hearing Xu Fang's unreasonable request.
Now, seeing these beings acting in such a manner, his brows furrowed even deeper.
How could he not understand Xu Fang's intention? It was almost as if he was openly declaring war on the demon race.
However, the demon race had always been dominant in the Primordial Era. When had they ever suffered such a humiliating disgrace? Just now, he had mocked those mighty beings for their incompetence, allowing themselves to be slaughtered by Xu Fang.
Who would have thought that now the tables would turn, and it would be the demon race's turn to be extorted by Xu Fang.
Yet, despite feeling deeply humiliated, Di Jun understood.
If he refused Xu Fang's demands, the beings who were egging them on from the side were not just talking; they would genuinely swarm forward and attack the demon race.
In that case, what would be the point of his earlier surrender and submission? It would be a complete loss of face, and they would still end up fighting!
Di Jun found himself in a dilemma once again, and he couldn't help but look at Nuwa and Fu Xi, seeking their help.
Since these two had helped the demon race negotiate peace earlier, surely they wouldn't stand by and watch now that the demon race was in trouble, would they?
However, to Di Jun's disappointment, Nuwa and Fu Xi ignored his gaze and showed no intention of speaking.
They both felt that the demon race needed to experience some setbacks and curb their arrogant nature.
Di Jun was helpless. It seemed he couldn't count on them.
"Fine, fine. Since Daoist Xu Fang speaks so, how can our demon race come empty-handed?"
Di Jun looked at Xu Fang and managed a difficult smile.
He did not want to see all his previous efforts go to waste and abandon this hard-won peace treaty.
He would consider it as breaking a disaster by sacrificing wealth, just like those mighty beings. Spending money to save one's life was the most important thing; treasures were insignificant!
Thinking this, Di Jun turned to look back at the demon race behind him.
"All members of the demon race, listen to my command! Hand over the treasures in your possession and present them to Daoist Xu Fang as a congratulatory gift!"
Upon hearing this, all the demon race members were on the verge of tears.
"Are we being robbed? I feel like I'm dreaming!"
"Alas, our reputation is ruined. I wish I had died in battle earlier!"
"Alright, alright. It's good to be alive. Do you really want to perish completely?"
The demon race members whispered amongst themselves, all feeling helpless.
They had always been the ones to rob others throughout the Primordial Era. Who would have thought that one day, their demon race would also be robbed by others?
Moreover, it was happening under the watchful eyes of countless mighty beings and multiple forces. This was a humiliation that reached the very chaos!
However, if they refused the words of that demon, Xu, they would likely face the siege of the five-party coalition in the next moment.
Forget it, forget it. Let's break this disaster by sacrificing wealth!
The demon race members roared in their hearts. Why did they have to come here to compete for the so-called Penglai Immortal Island?
Now, not only did they fail to get Penglai Immortal Island, but they were also surrounded by five great forces, suffering the greatest humiliating defeat in the history of the demon race. Not only that, but they also had to hand over their treasures before they could leave.
What was happening in this Primordial Era? When did their dignified demon race fall to such a state!