"Trouble?" Er Ming froze for a moment and asked in confusion.
"Lord Di Tian, what trouble? We made the ranking. Humans should be afraid of us and not dare provoke us so easily anymore."
Di Tian shook his head and said gravely, "Human greed knows no bounds.
"When they see the Soul Beast Ranking, they will only covet our spirit rings and spirit bones even more.
"Especially ambitious forces like Spirit Hall. They will definitely find every possible way to hunt us down. When that happens,
"the Star Dou Great Forest will face an unprecedented crisis."
He paused before continuing, "More importantly, with the Soul Beast Ranking revealed, some ambitious spirit beasts hidden throughout the continent
"will also recognize their own strength. They may declare themselves kings and no longer obey our commands.
"That will be a tremendous challenge to the Star Dou Great Forest's rule and to my position as the common ruler of spirit beasts."
Da Ming and Er Ming's expressions instantly turned solemn. They had only thought of the glory of making the ranking, never the crisis hidden behind it.
"What should we do?" Da Ming asked worriedly.
Di Tian took a deep breath, determination flashing through his eyes. "Strengthen our defenses! From today onward, the Star Dou Great Forest will enter its highest state of combat readiness.
"No spirit beast may leave the Core Circle without authorization. Any human intruders found are to be killed without mercy!
"At the same time, closely monitor the movements of other spirit beasts across the continent. If any spirit beast dares declare itself king and challenge our authority, dispatch troops to suppress it!"
"Yes, Lord Di Tian!" Da Ming and Er Ming answered in unison.
Di Tian looked at the Sky Screen, a trace of longing and confusion flashing through