This Is Customary

Come to think of it, it was unrealistic for Taotie to stay by their side forever. It had its own desires; a single Other Shore Flower could not bind it for a lifetime. What exactly was it following them for? There was no purpose at all. Unless they deliberately refused to let it leave, it was impossible for Taotie to remain with them forever from its own perspective.

Their conversation atop the Winged Human Holy Wood had made it clear: ever since Doggie arrived here, it had wanted to squeeze into Jian Mu's ruling core. That was plainly more important than anything else.

It had not gone yet only because it was not strong enough. Doggie knew it could not force its way in at present... but it would leave eventually.

From another angle, if they wanted to obtain the Jian Mu Fruit, helping Doggie into that circle was naturally the best plan. If Doggie became one of the Great Kings, would it not be easy to get a Jian Mu Fruit for Liusu?

It seemed he truly had to give this matter serious thought.

"You..." Qin Yi hesitated for a moment, then asked earnestly, "Doggie, explain this clearly. What exactly is your relationship with these Dragon Sons?"

Doggie was immensely pleased with itself. "Calling us childhood friends is already giving them face. I was born not much later than their fathers. If we really sorted out seniority, I ought to be their uncle!"

Qin Yi was furious. "That's not what I'm asking! I mean, why do you think you can definitely claim a seat? If strength alone were enough, why couldn't my mother-in-law do it?"

The Winged Humans all covered their mouths and laughed as they watched Yu Feiling's face turn awkwardly red.

Then they all gathered around Doggie