Today's fourth update: Chapter 2412! 4/4!
Xu Kun said nothing. He raised his cup and took a sip. The once-harmonious drinking table gradually grew tense.
Xu Kun made his stance clear. "Qi Ge is my closest friend in this life. We call each other brothers."
It was not the first or second time Qiongqi had stood up for Xu Kun. Whether during the Moonless Demon Cat Race's migration or later, when the human race faced attacks from all sides, the Tiger Fiend Race led by Qiongqi had almost never missed a chance to lend their support.
Xu Kun owed them a debt of gratitude in that regard.
"I believe all you elder brothers understand why I came today. The Tiger Fiend Race's position as a royal race cannot be shaken. That cannot be changed. If anyone refuses to accept this, then let me say this first: I will stand with the Tiger Fiend Race through thick and thin."
Some looked anxious, though others remained composed.
Suppressing Prison Venerable of the Elephant Race spoke. "Then what does my worthy brother believe should be done?"
Xu Kun looked at him. "The Tiger Fiend Race is willing to compensate the various races for the costs of mobilizing their forces this time, as consolation. As for the specific terms, each of you elder brothers may state your demands."
"Worthy brother, you should understand that we did not go to all this trouble for mere scraps." Suppressing Prison Venerable spoke in a deep voice.
Xu Kun nodded. "Then let me ask this: if the Tiger Fiend Race gives up its position as a royal race, how will the various races divide it among themselves?"
"That will be a matter for our races to settle. The Beast Race keeps things simple. The biggest fist is