Upon hearing this, Cao Xing immediately understood something.
From birth, the Tree Spirit Clan had been guarding the Pale Tree.
That forest was their territory, their home.
Ever since their homeland was destroyed, they had subconsciously considered themselves homeless.
Now, having come to someone else's territory, they instinctively regarded themselves as outsiders.
It was a deeply ingrained mindset.
Cao Xing shook his head, "In my territory, there isn't much formality. Since you have become my subjects, of course, you will be treated equally."
"Now, in the name of the Lord, I invite you all to enter the cafeteria."
There was an air of imperativeness in Cao Xing's words.
The Tree Spirit Clan exchanged glances once more, and a female member of the clan said, "Thank you, benevolent Lord."
Then, they all made their way into the cafeteria together.
