But he was only considering it.
To the Demon Beasts of Mantis Island, being tamed meant losing their freedom. Only a fool would want that.
Of course, if being tamed meant gaining more resources, greater safety, access to higher levels, and so on, should they accept it?
Not everyone was suited to starting a business. Plenty of people preferred finding somewhere to work. The principle was the same.
The Fire God Mantis planned to agree to Lin Ke's offer only if he truly had no other choice someday.
Assuming he could still follow Lin Ke by then.
"We're almost there."
Looking around, the Fire God Mantis transmitted his voice to Lin Ke. "It's in the depths of the water up ahead."
"So it's in a lake on the island." Lin Ke nodded slightly. "Are there any other Demon Beasts guarding the area?"
"No." The Fire God Mantis shook his head. "I claimed the surrounding area as my territory a few days ago. Other Demon Beasts don't dare come in."
The Fire God Mantis Clan ruled Mantis Island, and this particular Fire God Mantis was a trusted subordinate of the Fire God Mantis King. Claiming territory was naturally easy for him.
"Does your king not know about these ruins?" Lin Ke grew curious.
This Fire God Mantis would rather bring his nephew inside than bring his own king?
"The king came to have a look too." The Fire God Mantis shook his head. "But those in the Fourth Realm can't enter. The Third Realm is the highest allowed, so the king left the opportunity to me."
"Mm." Lin Ke asked no more questions.
Before long, they reached the lake outside the ruins. Its water was dark green, making it look much like an enormous green pool.
"Follow me."
The Fire God