Bai Chenxiang's Martial Soul Evolution! Taking the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower!

As soon as he finished speaking, Song Ye fully unleashed his aura on the spot, his innate imperial bearing affecting everyone present.

Including Bai He, all who saw Song Ye's overwhelming dominance instinctively felt a faint urge to submit.

Bai Chenxiang in particular stared blankly at Song Ye, nearly dropping to her knees.

Even Dugu Yan, who had originally looked down on Song Ye, felt her heart race at the sight.

She did not know what was happening either. After spending only a short time with this kid, why did she increasingly want to submit to him?

Bai He observed him and drew a sharp breath.

He had only been suspicious before, but now that Song Ye had released his aura, Bai He became even more certain. This boy was probably far from ordinary!

Could it be that he should have submitted long ago?

Thinking of this, Bai He swallowed, then tried to say:

"Since we are both opposing Spirit Hall, our Speed Clan... can cooperate with you!"

"However, even if our ambitions align, our Speed Clan will not easily submit to anyone."

"We are cooperating, not submitting! Not becoming dependents!"

Bai He challenged him, though he was really trying to secure more bargaining chips for himself.

Song Ye did not care. Once they joined, as time passed, the Speed Clan would have no choice but to obey.

He immediately turned and nodded. "Fine."

"I will naturally grant the Speed Clan sufficient respect."

"After all, not everyone is like those beasts from the Clear Sky Sect, capable of abandoning old friends just to protect themselves!"

"After the Speed Clan joins, you may retain your clan name, and Clan Head Bai will have the authority of a council elder!"

"I will also provide the Speed Clan with corresponding resources and weapon support. The stronger the Speed Clan becomes, the greater the benefits to me."

"If that is truly the case, then this old man can trust you." Bai He's emotions gradually stabilized again.

He had not expected that after all the twists and turns, Song Ye had led him along word by word, and he had still ended up joining him.

Bai He recalled this meeting with mixed feelings. In less than half an hour, his emotions had risen and fallen dramatically.

Song Ye had first used the weapons to draw his attention, then stirred his emotions by belittling him, before winning people over through both pressure and persuasion, finally declaring that they shared the same goal!

Along with the Speed Clan's miserable circumstances that had been laid out beforehand, as well as the benefits the clan would gain after obtaining weapons.

After all that, Bai He had practically seen every advantage and disadvantage clearly!

What reason did he still have to refuse?

Thinking of this, Bai He was even more horrified. Could a nine-year-old child really accomplish this?

A child's grasp of human hearts, understanding of the Speed Clan, and control over the pace of negotiations had all reached an astonishing peak!

The more Bai He thought about it, the more frightened he became, cold sweat unconsciously forming on his back.

"Young Friend Song, regarding today's matter, this Bai can truly say that I am wholeheartedly convinced."

"Forget the quality of your weapons. Your very intellect proves that anyone who follows you will have a bright future!"

"I only hope the Speed Clan has not made the wrong decision today..."

"You have provided our clan with resources and hope, and our clan will likewise support you."

"Then that is perfect." Song Ye clasped his hands toward Bai He in return.

"Our cooperation has just been established, and our intentions have been made clear."

"As for the Speed Clan's resources, I will send money over within the next few days."

"However, making the weapons will require some time. The rest will be supplied later."

"No matter. Since we have joined, we should trust each other." Bai He took a deep breath and waved his hand, his heart full of melancholy.

"How about this? Since we have discussed such important matters today, I shall play host. This old man will be extravagant for once. Let us go out for a meal and discuss the details as well?"

Bai He intended to indulge himself for once, and it would also show the other party proper respect.

However, Song Ye directly tossed out a bag of Gold Soul Coins and said:

"How could discussing matters outside compare to the comfort of a family banquet?"

"Clan Head Bai, I will pay. Have the cooks go buy meat and vegetables at once. Today, I will treat the entire Speed Clan!"

"This... very well!"

Bai He did not stand on ceremony and agreed.

After that, both host and guests enjoyed themselves, and the whole clan celebrated together.

Before the meal, Song Ye also demonstrated the use of the other weapons for Bai He. Every single weapon left Bai He deeply shocked.

The more he saw the power of those weapons, the more Bai He felt that he had made the right choice.

What was especially strange was that Song Ye gave all those weapons to Bai He.

With every weapon Song Ye gifted him, Bai He felt his submission and respect accumulate further.

Bai He could not understand it. Was he really that greedy for money?

Or was it because the leader's aura around this kid became more pronounced whenever he bestowed something?

Bai He did not resist it. Yet in merely half a day, he had already become wholeheartedly convinced by Song Ye.

After the banquet ended, Song Ye temporarily stayed with the Speed Clan.

That night, Song Ye, Bai He, Bai Chenxiang, Dugu Yan, and Dugu Bo returned to a side room.

Song Ye continued describing his grand blueprint for the future, putting Bai He's mind at ease.

After hearing it, Bai He nodded with emotion, convinced that he had made the right choice in following Song Ye!

In particular, after Song Ye finished speaking, Bai He naturally took out the gift he had originally prepared.

Just as Bai He was sighing with emotion, Song Ye first took out an Immortal Herb from his storage Soul Tool.

There was no doubt about it. This herb was the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower best suited for the Speed Clan. It carried Phoenix Power and belonged to the avian type.

The Immortal Herb shimmered brilliantly, immediately drawing everyone's attention the moment it appeared.

Bai He took one look and was instantly astonished.

"What supreme divine medicine is this? It possesses such an aura the moment it is brought out?"

Bai Chenxiang also looked at it curiously.

Song Ye smiled. "This is an Immortal Herb called the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower. It naturally possesses Phoenix Power."

"Now that the Speed Clan has joined my faction, aside from basic weapons and resources, I should naturally offer a welcome gift."

"Clan Head Bai is now an elder. How about I gift this Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower to you, Senior?"

"The Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower? It possesses Phoenix Power?"

When Bai He and the others heard this, they could not help but be shocked.

Dugu Bo was somewhat better off, since he had seen Immortal Herbs before.

But Bai He was nearly scared out of his wits. The Phoenix was lord of all avian creatures, and the Sharp-Tailed Swift Martial Soul of his clan was avian as well.

If he consumed such an Immortal Herb, Bai He could already foresee that his Martial Soul might receive enormous benefits!

Bai He swallowed. Even as an old man, greed filled his eyes, and longing rose in his heart.

Still, out of politeness, Bai He refused.

"There is no need for this. Since our clan has joined, we are already partners. How could we accept such a sacred treasure?"

"No, no. I cannot accept it!"

Bai He hurriedly declined.

However, Song Ye explained, "This herb is meant specifically for avian Martial Souls. It is naturally the most suitable for the Speed Clan."

"Though Immortal Herbs are precious, what matters is how they are used. If they cannot be given to someone suited to them, that would instead be a waste."

"Besides, you and I are not outsiders. Why should we be so formal over a single herb?"

"Furthermore, if Clan Head Bai truly feels indebted, you may consume this herb first and discuss repayment afterward. Immortal Herbs this suitable are something that can only be encountered by chance!"

"This..."

Bai He understood what he meant as he listened.

Whether an Immortal Herb could be consumed depended greatly on whether it was suitable.

If this Immortal Herb were given to someone else and its medicinal effects were wasted in the end, it would be better for him to take it.

As for owing him a favor, Bai He thought that he could simply find a way to repay it someday.

If he missed such a treasure, it would truly be gone...

After hesitating for a moment, Bai He saw the sincerity in Song Ye's expression and could only slowly step forward to accept the Immortal Herb.

He sighed. "Fine. Since I owe you, this old man will do his best to repay the favor in the future!"

"However, this Immortal Herb is precious. I am old and frail, so even if I consume it, it may not improve me much."

"I wish to give this herb to my granddaughter, Chenxiang. Would that be acceptable?"

Song Ye smiled and nodded when he heard that. "Of course!"

Honestly, even if Bai He did not give it to Bai Chenxiang, Song Ye would have had to produce another one for Bai Chenxiang later.

After all, only by nurturing talented young Soul Masters could he lay a solid foundation of talent for contending over the future!

If Bai Chenxiang consumed this herb, even if her Martial Soul could not evolve into a pure Phoenix, it would at least gain a measure of Phoenix Power!

Once she was cultivated in the future, she would at the very least become another Title Douluo enforcer!