"Brother Wu, we failed to recognize Mount Tai before us and never imagined we would offend you. I offer you an apology and hope we can let this matter end here. What do you think?"
An Elephant Race warrior spoke, hoping to negotiate with Xia Ping and have him spare them.
"We are willing to turn weapons of war into jade and silk with you."
"As the saying goes, it is better to resolve enmity than to tie it. Brother Wu, you are an enlightened monk. I trust you can forgive our improper behavior this time."
"That's right. If you are willing to spare us, we will remember this favor. From now on, you will be a friend of the Elephant Race."
The Elephant Race warriors all spoke up in turn, writing empty checks as they tried to cozy up to Xia Ping and build a good relationship with him. Perhaps that would allow them to avert this conflict.
"You are too polite, benefactors. The companions from the Vampire Race and White Tiger Race are terribly lonely before the Buddha. Wouldn't it be appropriate for you to go keep them company?" Xia Ping said blandly.
Keep them company my ass!
Xiang Tao and the others clenched their teeth. It sounded nice enough, but going to accompany Hu Rong and the others meant accompanying them to their deaths. What kind of companionship was that?
This damned bald donkey clearly had no intention of sparing them. He wanted to wipe them all out.
"Wu Wudi, don't go too far! Don't you monks believe in compassion and saving all living beings? We are willing to submit and surrender. Are you still unwilling to forgive us and let us go?"
Xiang Tao shouted.
"The Buddha is naturally compassionate. It is incomparably great, broad-minded enough