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The Silver Dragon King spoke with calm authority, "Shui Patriarch, I agree to your request, but I have one condition."
Shui Wuya's mind raced as he began to guess what the Silver Dragon King's condition might be. "Please, go ahead."
"Di Tian can become your soul beast, but you and the human experts under your command must not disturb my slumber for the next ten thousand years."
Shui Wuya pondered for a moment, understanding that the Silver Dragon King's sealing power was extremely formidable, making it nearly impossible for him to disturb her even if he wanted to.
Shui Wuya smiled slightly. "This condition is not excessive. I agree to it in the name of the Shui Patriarch."
The Silver Dragon King nodded in satisfaction. "Then it is settled."
In just ten thousand years, she would be able to fully awaken and would no longer need to worry about anything.
This was slightly earlier than she had planned due to a replenishment received a thousand years ago.
A thousand years ago, a human woman ascended to godhood, spoke to her about the co-existence of soul beasts and humans, and even arranged for some treatment.
At that time, the woman had also asked her to take care of the younger generation.
The Silver Dragon King did not know which younger generation she referred to, but she would deal with it if she encountered them.
It was irrelevant.
The dialogue between the two echoed through the Star Dou Forest, and the atmosphere gradually calmed.
However, the expressions of those present were tumultuous!
Di Tian's mood was like a stormy sea.
He had initially believed he would be protected by the Silver Dragon King, but now, she was offering him as a gift to Shui Wuya to become his soul beast!
His deep reverence for the Silver Dragon King was shaken by her alignment with the Shui Patriarch, a change he could not comprehend.
"Silver Dragon King, why are you handing me over to that Shui Patriarch?" Di Tian asked in disbelief.
The Silver Dragon King remained composed, her tone carrying an undeniable authority. "Di Tian, just follow orders."
Di Tian desperately tried to speak again, but the Silver Dragon King imposed a mental pressure that silenced him.
The ferocious beasts of the Star Dou Forest were equally stunned.
They could not understand why the Silver Dragon King would tolerate the Shui Patriarch so much, offering Di Tian as a soul beast merely with the condition of not disturbing her.
Why this human? Just because he was the Shui Patriarch?
Yet, the Ten-Thousand Demon King saw through the situation.
His sharp eyes perceived the underlying truth.
He knew that the Silver Dragon King's attitude towards the Shui Patriarch was not just a negotiation but stemmed from an inexplicable fear.
Even the Silver Dragon King had to yield before Shui Wuya's power and influence.
This Shui Patriarch was no ordinary person; he was someone not to be underestimated!
Shui Wuya's allies—Shui Yuanchen, and the leaders of the Feng, Huo, and Lei clans—wore expressions of disbelief.
"How could such a calamitous disaster be resolved so easily by the Shui Patriarch ?" the Feng Clan leader murmured in amazement.
"It's unimaginable that the Silver Dragon King could be so accommodating," the Lei Clan leader said, astonished.
The Huo Clan leader remained silent but showed deep shock.
It all felt like a dream!
"Patriarch, what kind of skill is this that can make the Silver Dragon King yield so easily? I can't understand it at all."
Shui Yuanchen muttered, his awe for Shui Wuya growing stronger.
Meanwhile, the Shui Clan elders watching from the sidelines were deeply moved.
The Silver Dragon King had handed Di Tian to Shui Wuya with the only condition being not to disturb her.
The scene seemed increasingly familiar.
Wait a minute! Isn't this essentially protection money?
The Chief managed to come to the Star Dou Forest and demand protection money from the legendary Silver Dragon King!
This was completely insane!
"Chief, you are truly extraordinary, like an emperor of humanity!"
"It's truly unexpected that we became witnesses to the treaty between the two tribes."
"Our Shui Clan is truly blessed with such a Patriarch!"
The many elders expressed their admiration, their respect for Shui Wuya deepening even further.
Shui Wuya was somewhat surprised by today's events but didn't dwell on them. He turned to Di Tian, speaking calmly, "Di Tian, set aside your pride and become my soul beast."
Your boss has already agreed to the transfer.
What more is there to discuss?
"How could this happen?"
Di Tian was filled with regret and reluctance. He couldn't accept becoming Shui Wuya's soul beast.
To him, this was a profound humiliation, yet he was powerless to change it.
"Di Tian, obey!" the Silver Dragon King commanded with mental pressure.
"Fine, I agree!"
Under the Silver Dragon King's order, Di Tian reluctantly accepted becoming Shui Wuya's soul beast—a command he could not defy.
"Master Di Tian!"
Biji cried out in despair, tears welling up in her eyes. "Are you really leaving us?"
Di Tian was at a loss for words, only able to nod silently, his heart heavy with reluctance and regret for Biji.
Meanwhile, Shui Wuya stood nearby with a calm smile, addressing Biji, "Don't worry. Di Tian will live on within me forever, and you will also belong to me, becoming part of the Shui Clan. You'll have a chance to see him again in the future."
"What?"
Biji looked up in astonishment, her eyes wide with disbelief. "Do you mean you want all of us to serve your Shui Clan?"
Shui Wuya nodded and said calmly, "That's right. From now on, all the ferocious beasts of the Star Dou Forest will be under my command."
"Ah!?"
The ferocious beasts of the Star Dou Forest were utterly stunned. They couldn't believe that Shui Wuya had come here not only for Di Tian but also intended to integrate them into the Shui Clan.
"This—"
Shui Yuanchen stared in shock.
Patriarch, are you wholesale shopping for the entire Star Dou Forest!?
The leaders of the Feng, Huo, and Lei clans exchanged glances, their expressions grim.
Shui Wuya was about to assign positions to all the ferocious beasts of the Star Dou Forest, making them part of the Shui Clan.
How insane!
The many elders were collectively dumbfounded.
"Patriarch, are you out of your mind?"
"Know when to stop!"
They were internally panicking.
First Di Tian, and now all the ferocious beasts. They feared Shui Wuya might even attempt to take the Silver Dragon King along!
The Silver Dragon King's brow furrowed, a hint of anger flashing in her expression. "Shui Wuya, you have already received what you wanted. Don't push your luck."
Shui Wuya was being overly greedy.
These ferocious beasts were necessary to guard her seal, but he wanted to take them all, making them serve the Shui Clan.
If no one was guarding the seal, she would eventually be disturbed.
Despite the Silver Dragon King's displeasure, Shui Wuya showed no fear.
Confidently, he said, "Silver Dragon King, you're concerned about the seal being left unguarded, but I have a better solution!"
"From now on, the Shui Clan will take responsibility for guarding this seal. I will send elite soul masters to oversee it and ensure your slumber.
Should any issues arise, I will address them personally."
"You—"
(End of Chapter)