275: Chapter 275 A Feast for the Eyes

Xiong Zong's claws dug forcefully into the dirt, his voice brimming with excitement.

His gaze swept past Zhu Xiu and Xin Feng beside Jin Yi. Even though he could tell these two Males possessed considerable Innate Ability, there were only three of them in total.

He didn't take them seriously at all.

Jin Yi stared at him coldly. "Xiong Zong, your actions will make the Golden Lion Clan and the Bear Clan mortal enemies. Do you wish to see that outcome?"

Xiong Zong let out a sharp laugh. "How much better is it now? The resources nearby are limited. The existence of your Golden Lion Clan already affects the future development of the Bear Clan."

Jin Yi's eyes darkened. Given the attitude Xiong Zong was displaying, it seemed today couldn't end peacefully.

He quickly turned his head and said to Zhu Xiu and Xin Feng, "You don't need to get involved in this matter. Take Bai Wanwan and leave quickly."

Both Zhu Xiu and Xin Feng looked at him.

Zhu Xiu remained silent, while Xin Feng voiced their intention.

"These Bear Clan Beastmen harmed Wan Wan. Even if it weren't for you, we would still seek vengeance for her."

Xiong Zong paid no attention to their conversation. Instead, he turned his head and looked around.

Not seeing Bai Wanwan's figure, he felt a bit disappointed.

"You got off lucky. Where is that pretty Little Female? Have you mated with her?"

Xiong Zong looked on with the air of a spectator. "What a pity. I originally wanted to see if you would help her. If you hadn't escaped, we could have watched a good show."

The Male completely failed to notice that as he spoke, the Male standing to the side, his pupils glowing with a red light, was staring with increasingly chilling intensity.

However, the two Males beside him sensed it and immediately shielded Xiong Zong, warily watching Zhu Xiu.

Xiong Zong didn't take it seriously at all. He pointed his bear claw at Zhu Xiu, then at Jin Yi, his tone contemptuous. "You think just three Males can turn the tables on me? What a shame... Jin Yi, you're destined to fail in leading your Golden Lion Tribe to glory..."

After speaking, the beastmen under his command launched the first attack.

But Zhu Xiu was faster. A pitch-black, giant King Cobra blocked their path.

The beastmen who were about to swarm them all stepped back in fear.

"It's actually a King Cobra..."

The immense Beast Form and the heavy sense of oppression made Xiong Zong sense danger.

He tested the waters, saying, "This is an issue between our Bear Clan and the Golden Lion Clan. If you don't want trouble, it's best you step aside."

The King Cobra's vertical pupils emitted a gloomy light. Its crimson forked tongue flickered as it drew close to the nearest Bear Clan Beastman.

In a short moment, the once-aggressive Bear Clan Beastmen fell into chaos.

After being sprayed with venomous mist, two bear beasts with Green Tier Talent instantly perished.

The other bear beasts that tried to attack Zhu Xiu were sent flying by his long tail.

Xiong Zong realized the terrifying combat power of his opponent.

He waved his hand, signaling for Zhu Xiu to calm down.

"As long as you withdraw from this feud between us and the Golden Lions, if you ever need help from our Bear Clan in the future, I will definitely assist you."

The King Cobra's vertical pupils shifted, crimson and sinister. "If the one you harmed weren't my Female, perhaps I would agree to your suggestion."

"Your Female..."

Xiong Zong repeated the words, then his expression froze instantly. "That Female named Bai Wanwan is your Consort?"

But Zhu Xiu had already lost the patience to continue speaking with him. His massive head lowered, heading straight for Xiong Zong.

After all, Xiong Zong was also a beastman with Yellow-Tier Talent.

He dodged instantly, then his beast claws, enhanced by his Innate Ability, slashed towards the snake's belly.

This was precisely the opening Zhu Xiu had intentionally revealed!

As Xiong Zong charged over excitedly, he failed to notice the snake tail had already coiled behind him.

The moment Xiong Zong attacked, the snake tail was also prepared to ensnare him.

In an instant, Zhu Xiu twisted his body. The sharp claws struck Xiong Zong's sturdy spine, producing a harsh scraping sound, but failed to pierce the beast skin or leave any wound.

This was a new ability he gained after his strength increased, a silver lining from absorbing the energy stone.

"How is this possible?"

Xiong Zong stared at his own claws in disbelief. The next second, his Beast Form was tightly constricted by the King Cobra.

The intense squeezing sensation displaced his internal organs. Amidst the excruciating pain, regret and fear welled up within him.

He looked at the giant snake head before him. "Let... let go. I... I am... the Young Clan Leader... of my clan."

Zhu Xiu looked down at him coldly, eyelids drooping, offering no response, only tightening his coils further.

Jin Yi stepped forward, wanting to speak up and stop him.

If Xiong Zong were truly killed, the situation would become extremely serious.

But the moment he moved, Xin Feng beside him also moved.

He reached out and stopped Jin Yi.

"The Bear Clan has already made a move against you, Young Clan Leader. Do you really think letting him go would allow your two Tribes to coexist peacefully?"

Xin Feng stared at Xiong Zong, who was on the verge of suffocating.

He shared the same thought as Zhu Xiu. Xiong Zong posed a threat to Wan Wan. After today, enmity would be sown between them.

Wan Wan is a Sacred Female, and she has few Beast Husbands.

They couldn't leave behind such a hidden danger.

So, he continued speaking to Jin Yi. "Dozens of Males brought by the Bear Clan's Young Clan Leader have already died. The feud is already set. Letting him return would only lead to intensified retaliation. Even if news of his death here ultimately can't be concealed, it would still weaken the Bear Clan's strength. Young Clan Leader, please consider this carefully."

Jin Yi halted his advancing step.

He was right. Xiong Zong intended to kill him today, and he wouldn't let Xiong Zong leave easily either.

The seed of hatred had already been sown. The possibility of peace had long been strangled by Xiong Zong's own hands.

Jin Yi took a light breath. His mind raced rapidly before he made a decision.

Regardless of how furious the Bear Clan might be upon learning the truth, today, Xiong Zong must remain here forever.

In that short time, Xiong Zong's face had turned a terrifying purplish-red, his eyes bulging, his tongue hanging out limply.

"Jin Yi... I beg you..."

Xiong Zong mustered his last ounce of strength to squeeze out these words.

Jin Yi stood quietly in place. "You brought this upon yourself!"

The distinct sound of cracking bones was particularly jarring in the suddenly quiet forest.

Xiong Zong's body convulsed violently a few times, then went completely limp.

Zhu Xiu loosened his coils. Xiong Zong's massive body crashed heavily to the ground like a ragged sack, no longer breathing.

The Bear Clan Beastmen nearby, witnessing this, were already pale with fright.

They had just attempted to rescue their Young Clan Leader but didn't dare act recklessly. Seeing their Young Clan Leader dead, they scattered in all directions to flee for their lives.

But the moment they moved, the three Males gave chase together.

The three powerful Males with Yellow-Tier Talent swiftly hunted down the remaining Bear Clan Beastmen.

The intermittent screams and the intense smell of blood echoing through the forest frightened the nearby wild beasts into inaction.

Bai Wanwan was also startled awake by the commotion.

The first thing she felt was a warm embrace. As her fingers twitched, they touched firm, scorching skin.

"Awake?"

The Male's voice, laced with post-satiety languor, spoke as he gently tightened his hold and lifted her.

Bai Wanwan opened her eyes to see a handsome man bare-chested, a veritable feast for the eyes.

But her head was still a bit fuzzy. She leaned against his shoulder and asked him affectionately, "What happened to me?"

Note: A slight revision was made to Yan Lie's reaction in the previous chapter. If you felt there was an issue with the characterization, you can revisit the latter part of the previous chapter.