Human Clan Defender-Chapter 446 -s 195-197 - Seeking One’s Own Death (Triple - s Combined for Monthly Ticket Bonus)_3

Chapter 446: Chapters 195-197 - Seeking One’s Own Death (Triple Chapters Combined for Monthly Ticket Bonus)_3

Moreover, from the titles used by the leopard and the fox, some things could be discerned: Leopard King, Fox King. Both titles clearly indicated royalty within their respective species. However, this ’King’ surely wasn’t the ruler of all leopards and foxes in the world, but possibly only of those inhabiting this mountain range. After all, that Fox King’s strength was quite obviously inferior to that of the fox from Fengqiu Mountain. If the former were the king of all foxes in the world, then what status would the fox from Fengqiu Mountain hold?

"When is the Ancestor coming out of seclusion?"

"Should be soon. I’ve heard that for our Ancestor’s 300th birthday, Ancestors of comparable stature from other mountain ranges are coming." 𝒇𝓻𝓮𝓮𝙬𝙚𝒃𝒏𝓸𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝓬𝓸𝒎

"Hiss, others are even coming from different mountain ranges? That’s really quite an honor."

"Who would argue? After all, few in the mountains of South Nether Prefecture are unaware of our Ancestor’s strength."

The Strange Monsters chattered without restraint, seemingly unconcerned about being overheard. The imprisoned humans from the Human Clan grew even paler as they heard this news.

Shen Changqing, however, remained composed. It was only upon hearing of other mountain ranges that some ripples stirred in his heart. It seems the so-called Ancestor is merely a leader of Strange Monsters for a particular mountain range, with others still coming from different mountains within South Nether Prefecture. I wonder what level of strength being called an Ancestor signifies. Ancestor. That alone sounds quite formidable.

However, judging from the strength of beings like the Leopard King, they’ve barely crossed the threshold into the Innate Realm. This suggests that the one they call Ancestor is most likely a Strange Monster at the Grandmaster Realm. Of course, it’s also possible they’ve surpassed the Grandmaster Realm. But regardless of the Realm, Shen Changqing didn’t harbor much worry.

Ordinary Grandmaster, Grandmaster Peak, Grandmaster Ultimate Summit. A Grandmaster mastering one system, two systems... and then the Great Grandmaster beyond that. While it may seem there’s only a one-realm difference between Grandmaster and Great Grandmaster, when broken down, the distinction actually spans several more sub-realms. The gap in strength from each minor realm isn’t easily bridged.

This might not seem so apparent, but if classified according to Demon Evil levels, it becomes quite clear: Fiend Level Strange Monster, Low-Rank Demon Evil, Mid-Rank Demon Evil, High-Rank Demon Evil. Shen Changqing was currently at a level equivalent to a High-Rank Demon Evil, and among those of the same level, he was considered rather formidable. Even if this so-called Ancestor is one or two realms above the current Strange Monsters, they would be completely insignificant in my eyes.

Bring it on! The more that come, the better! As the saying goes, "The well water does not interfere with the river water," but since you struck at the Human Clan first, you can’t blame me for what happens next!

Behind his fearful gaze, a fleeting trace of a cold and grim expression passed.

At this moment, Shen Changqing had realized that the Demon-Subduing Division’s original hope to negotiate with the Strange Monsters, to see if there was a chance for cooperation, was now nonexistent. Strange Monsters eat humans. It isn’t just a phenomenon seen in a few; all of them feed on humans. Just as the Human Clan considers pigs and sheep food, these Strange Monsters, having gained Spirit Intellect, view the Human Clan in much the same way. In light of this, how could there be any possibility of cooperation? If the Strange Monster race were weak, that would be one thing. But should their strength become sufficient, they would instantly become a formidable enemy of the Human Clan. An alliance? Simply laughable.

The threat of Strange Monsters must be nipped in the bud. This is a good opportunity to fully assess their strength. If they aren’t strong, then I’ll inform Dongfang Zhao and have all Strange Monsters exterminated. If they are formidable, then the cleanup must be even more thorough— Shen Changqing mused.

He had never been much in favor of one day forming an alliance with the Strange Monsters. Given the current situation, he became even more resolute in this belief. With this in mind, Shen Changqing calmed himself and refrained from any action for the time being.

Before long, more Strange Monsters lured humans back. The cell that initially held only him now contained over a dozen more people.

As time passed, Shen Changqing no longer observed the surrounding situation but leaned against the side, closing his eyes to rest.

「About two hours later,」

He suddenly opened his eyes and turned his gaze toward a certain direction where a strong presence made itself known.

A strong being has arrived!

At his level of cultivation, any being he would consider strong would naturally not be weak.

Shen Changqing could distinctly feel that presence. It was almost equivalent to a Martial Artist at Grandmaster Peak.

As his gaze followed, he saw a group of Strange Monsters appear. In their center, seated on the back of a fierce tiger, was a middle-aged man in a green robe with an impassive face.

"Transformation!"

Upon seeing the green-robed middle-aged man, Shen Changqing’s heart jolted. The very presence he felt evidently emanated from this person. Seeing how the individual was surrounded by many Strange Monsters, the green-robed middle-aged man’s identity became self-evident.

A Strange Monster! A Strange Monster that has already taken human form!

Shen Changqing pondered this internally but still showed no intention of taking action. He was waiting, waiting for the right opportunity.

At that moment, the leading Strange Monster among the new arrivals shouted loudly, "Beiyang Ancestor from the Beiyang Mountain Range has arrived, here to offer congratulations to Qingyuan Ancestor on his 300th birthday!"

As the voice faded, a hearty voice came from within the temple, "It turns out Beiyang Ancestor has arrived! Forgive this old one for not coming out to greet you personally!"

Following this proclamation, an old man in a yellow robe emerged from inside, a smile on his face.