The monkey was overjoyed. He had not expected Xu Chunniang to understand him so quickly.
He nodded. "According to the Fighting Arena's rules, every month, we offer you a sum of immortal crystals as tribute. In exchange, you have to stand up for us.
"I didn't mention it before because Fairy Xu had just arrived at the Fighting Arena and wasn't familiar with the situation yet. But now Bai Zhan has come looking for trouble with us. We had no choice but to ask Fairy Xu for help."
"Since I accepted your tribute, it is only right that I help you deal with this trouble. Come on, take me to Bai Zhan."
Seeing Xu Chunniang agree so readily, the few of them were beside themselves with joy. When they had relied on Bai Zhan and other strong fighters before, they had not dared make too many demands. They had not expected Fairy Xu to be so easy to talk to.
"At this time, Bai Zhan should be at the Training Ground. I'll take you there."
The Training Ground was open all day long. It was where fighters usually practiced their divine abilities and combat techniques. When there were no official matches, Bai Zhan liked to go there and find people to spar with.
Upon reaching the Training Ground, Xu Chunniang spotted Bai Zhan at a glance. As a member of the Giant race, Bai Zhan was tall and powerfully built, standing out sharply among the crowd.
He was speaking with another Heavenly Ghost fighter wearing a mask, his brows and eyes carrying a trace of hostility.
The masked Heavenly Ghost seemed to sense something and looked in Xu Chunniang's direction, recognizing the monkey and the others behind her.
The Heavenly Ghost raised a brow at Bai Zhan. "Is she the