"So..."
"What are the Youxiong Clan and the authorities saying about it now?"
Faced with the revival of an Ancient Creature like this, Lu Ran had no idea what changes its awakening would bring to Xia Country's beast-taming world.
Manager Ying probably hadn't told him this just to share some gossip, right?
"I don't know either." Manager Ying shrugged.
"All I know is that the Iron-Eating Beast is fairly lively, and it's been awake for several days."
"But the news only got out today."
"The Youxiong Clan says they've already communicated with the ancient Iron-Eating Beast."
"They say this ancient Iron-Eating Beast is willing to serve as Xia Country's guardian deity."
"Also, anyone interested in the Iron-Eating Beast guardian deity can visit it in person tomorrow."
"Huh?"
Lu Ran froze. "Why does this seem so familiar?"
Wasn't this the exact damn trick he'd pulled in the Undead Church?
Put on an impressive identity and let other people bring gifts!
The Youxiong Clan really knew their stuff!
With an Ancient Creature's reputation, they were bound to attract plenty of factions from Xia Country to visit bearing gifts... a clever move!
"Are you planning to take a look?" Lu Ran asked.
"Yep."
"I came over to ask whether you wanted to come along," Manager Ying said.
"As another creature that survived from ancient times, I'd like to have a chat with that Iron-Eating Beast."
"Who knows? I might get some valuable information."
"If you're busy, I'll go on my own."
"I'll go," Lu Ran said. "Why wouldn't I?"
"General Ha and Dark Crow aren't in any hurry to evolve anyway."
"Are we leaving tomorrow morning too?"
Right now, Lu Ran was more curious about how wealthy the ancient Iron-Eating Beast was, and whether it had any ancient treasures stored away.
If the