169: Chapter 169 The Blood Python Army Presses In

Currently, the two tribes were still in the negotiation phase, and it had not been officially decided whether to hand over Ning Yuan!

Within the Feathered Eagle Clan, there were differing opinions. Many did not want to hand him over, feeling instead that they should fight the Blood Python Tribe to the end and never compromise!

These people had fought the Blood Pythons for years, and their mutual hatred was irreconcilable. To ask them to hand over one of their own clansmen in exchange for a century of peace was harder to accept than death itself!

However, this Pro-War Faction had suffered a significant loss in strength due to the dual slaughter by Ning Yuan and the Blood Pythons. This left them with insufficient influence within the Feathered Eagle Clan. When faced with pressure from the Pro-peace faction, they lacked the confidence to fully dictate the clan's decisions.

For now, the two factions were still locked in a war of words, neither able to convince the other. However, Ning Yuan believed that the Pro-peace faction would ultimately gain the upper hand. After all, strength dictated influence; without it, no matter how eloquently one spoke, no one would listen.

Thus, Ning Yuan had already prepared for the worst-case scenario!

At the same time, outside the Feathered Eagle camp, deep within the Python Eagle Forest, a vast surge of Demonic Qi erupted, and a thick scent of blood instantly swept through the air.

A thunderous roar echoed through the lush forest as a vast number of trees were rapidly toppled. Dust and smoke blotted out the sun as if a million Demon soldiers were advancing to attack the Feathered Eagle camp.

High in the sky, hundreds of Yao Race members at the Nascent Soul stage or above galloped across the heavens, creating sonic booms that resonated through the clouds. Wrapped in terrifying blood-colored Qi, their presence was daunting!

The heavens and earth roared continuously, and the ground trembled!

The mottled walls of the Feathered Eagle camp, built from massive boulders, were also shaking now, looking as if they might collapse at any moment.

"What is the Blood Python Tribe doing? Are they launching a final battle?"

Inside the camp, Yu Waner and the others turned pale with horror as they felt this terrifying power, their hearts filled with uncertainty. The lower-cultivation Feathered Eagles were trembling all over, like deer facing a lion, completely defenseless.

"Quick, quick, everyone move!" a Soul Transformation Feathered Eagle shouted. As a Soul Transformation cultivator, he was in charge of most matters in the camp.

As his voice fell, the entire camp began to boil with activity. All the leaders moved into action, rushing toward the walls to begin assembling their forces.

Ning Yuan was naturally alerted as well, but he was currently under detention and could not go. If he hadn't guessed wrong, the Blood Python Tribe's display was likely intended to pressure the Feathered Eagle Clan.

"The Blood Pythons have come with such fanfare this time... if I'm not mistaken, it's for Yu Bei!"

Standing atop the high, towering walls, Yu Waner spoke.

At this moment, figures flickered on the wall. Most of the Feathered Eagle Clan's experts had arrived, all at the Soul Transformation stage. Those at the Nascent Soul stage had no say here and could only stand silently behind the Soul Transformation cultivators.

"Bring Yu Bei out. This matter started because of him... shouldn't he be the one to come forward and resolve it?" someone said.

No one spoke at this moment, and it was extremely quiet. Clearly, everyone tacitly agreed. Calling for Yu Bei was just a pretext; everyone knew the real intention.

When Ning Yuan heard this command, he wasn't surprised at all. He had anticipated this the moment the Blood Pythons attacked. He then calmly made his way up to the wall without a trace of fear.

"Is it really such a massive display?"

As soon as he stepped onto the wall, Ning Yuan couldn't help but marvel inwardly. Looking down, he saw a dense, black mass that stretched as far as the eye could see. Everywhere he looked were the Demon soldiers of the Blood Python Tribe, constantly surging from the horizon in a terrifying display.

As the massive army approached, one could clearly see their ferocious expressions, the cold glint of blades, and the eerie tips of long spears, among many other things.

This iron torrent came rolling in, making the entire Python Eagle Forest tremble!

During the march, waves of roars and battle cries rose and fell. Under such intimidation, many people's legs were already shaking, and fear grew in their hearts.

A force of this scale hadn't been seen in many years. Not just the others, but even the Soul Transformation cultivators looked solemn and stood ready for battle.

When the army came to a halt, it still stretched beyond the horizon. A rough estimate suggested no fewer than a million troops. Among them were not only Blood Pythons but also many other Yao Races, all of which were subordinate tribes of the Blood Python Tribe.

Not until a single figure slowly flew in from the distance did the million-strong demon army gradually fall silent, and the scene suddenly became still.

"Hand over Yu Bei, and the agreement remains valid. Otherwise, I will flatten the Feathered Eagle Clan today!" A voice called out, cold but carrying immense authority.

This person was the Blood Python Clan Leader, a Peak Soul Transformation stage cultivator!

"Hmph, do we have to hand him over just because you say so?" someone shouted from the wall.

"Handing over just Yu Bei can buy a hundred years of peace. Is that not enough? Or do you think I won't dare to act?"

As these words were spoken, everyone's heart skipped a beat. Were they really going to fight the Blood Python Tribe to the death for the sake of Yu Bei alone?

Probably not many were willing. Even those in the Pro-War Faction hesitated in their hearts, unsure whether they should protect Yu Bei at all costs or hand him over.

Previously, they were unwilling because the two tribes were only negotiating, and things hadn't reached a point where they were forced to hand him over. But now that the Blood Python army was at their gates, even they had to consider the survival of the Feathered Eagle Clan.

"Yu Bei is a member of our clan. How can we hand him over so easily?" a Soul Transformation Feathered Eagle shouted loudly. His stance was extremely firm, being the first to speak out in opposition.

This immediately drew the ire of the Pro-peace faction, who glared at him. If the Blood Python Clan Leader was provoked into launching an immediate attack, would he still be able to act so tough?

"Is this your personal opinion, or does it represent the Feathered Eagle Clan? If it's personal, I can overlook it. But if not, then don't blame me for being merciless!"

By the end, a sharp Killing Intent instantly filled the area, making everyone feel as if they were in the bitter cold of midwinter, their bodies involuntarily shivering.

On the wall, the group felt it most acutely because the Killing Intent was directed right at them, and no one doubted the truth of his words.

This was the Blood Python Clan Leader, a Peak Soul Transformation stage cultivator, one of the few who were nearly unrivaled below the Void Refining stage. Within the Feathered Eagle Clan, aside from the Void Refining Old Ancestor, there was no one who could match him.

If there were no answer today, the consequences would be unimaginable!

"You want us to betray our own clansman? We cannot comply!" There was no lack of bloody-minded individuals on the wall; having fought the Blood Python Tribe for years, how could they possibly yield?

There were many such people in the Feathered Eagle Clan. The Feathered Eagles who fought in the Python Eagle Forest were all extremely warlike and had spines of steel.

"I gave you a chance. Since you don't know how to cherish it, then let's see what you're made of on the battlefield!" someone below the wall shouted.

"Mere reptiles dare to clamor? If you want to storm the city, then come ahead! Let me see what you're worth!" someone on the wall responded.

"After all these years, I haven't seen you manage to break through here. I think you're nothing special!" another chimed in, a look of contempt on his face.