The monkeys had merely been a step faster. Before White Ape could even greet Maoyu, the Ninja Wolf Clan and Falcon Clan arrived one after another.
Any clan that had survived without being wiped out until now was certainly no simple matter.
Those ninja beasts that lacked brains were already clans teetering on the brink of extinction, such as the Dream Tapirs and Mountain Lords. Though they still had powerful individuals, they could no longer truly be called clans.
Thanks to Uchiha Yu's warning, Maoyu did not dwell on past grudges. The four warm-blooded ninja beast clans formed an alliance called the Warm-Blooded Immortal Alliance.
Uchiha Yu was utterly stunned. "That really became the name? I just came up with it offhand."
Maoyu said helplessly, "It couldn't be helped. It still sounds better than things like 'Hot-Blooded Union,' 'Cat-Ape-Wolf-Falcon Front,' or 'Warm-Blooded Sage Alliance.'"
"What specific covenants did you settle on?"
"Mutual assistance. Cat Castle will openly teach Senjutsu, while the other three clans will recognize the Ninja Cat Clan as their leader."
"Mm, there's no problem with that clause."
"Together, we will resist oppression from other ninja beasts. If one clan is attacked, the other three must provide their full support."
"That clause is necessary, and it benefits Cat Castle even more, since the Ninja Cat Clan is currently the Cold-Blooded Sage's main target."
"We will combine all channels, share intelligence and resources, and jointly run intelligence and weapons businesses. Cat Castle will have decision-making authority and receive half the profits."
"This clause is excellent."
"The Diamond Ape Clan has close ties to the Third Hokage's family. Not only can they obtain intelligence on the Sarutobi Clan, but they can also secure channels for mineral resources, greatly reducing costs."
"The Ninja Wolf Clan is hardworking, disciplined, obedient, and highly