nucmednet Chapter 448 Sacrifice!
Chapter 448 Sacrifice!
"Then, while Tiger King was away, I tiptoed around the room like a thief, checking around." Hu Yanzhi's voice trembled slightly, as if she could still sense the tense atmosphere. "I lurked there for a long time, not daring to blink for fear of being discovered. But I never saw anyone other than Tiger King enter that room."
Li Xingyun listened intently to Hu Yanzhi's story, various possible scenarios constantly appearing in his mind. Although the information he had was not comprehensive, just this little bit made him feel that there was definitely something wrong with this Tiger King!
Based on Hu Yanzhi's description, Li Xingyun speculated that the Tiger King seemed to have entered into some kind of bargain with someone outside the Five Great Empires. He provided sacrifices, and in return, they gave the Tiger King the resources he needed. And this so-called sacrifice was actually a living person!
This discovery made Li Xingyun feel horrified, and at the same time he was filled with anger at the Tiger King's actions. Such behavior was simply a disregard for human life and had no humanity at all!
To make matters worse, the Tiger King had already attracted the attention of His Majesty the Demon King of Xixia due to the sacrificial offerings. This meant that he might be planning some bigger conspiracy, which would bring disaster to even more people.
However, for Li Xingyun, this news wasn't all bad. At least he could now be certain that leaving the ancestral lands of the Five Great Empires wasn't completely impossible. After all, since the Tiger King was able to deliver the sacrifice, it meant there was some kind of passage or method that allowed people to leave.
Thinking of this, Li Xingyun felt a little relieved. Although the road ahead was still full of unknowns and dangers, at least he saw a glimmer of hope.
"Okay, I understand." Li Xingyun nodded expressionlessly. His voice was low and slow, as if he had thought it over carefully.
After a moment's silence, Li Xingyun suddenly raised his head, looked at Hu Yanzhi with a sharp gaze, and asked, "Which palace is closest to this place?"
The name of the Western Xia Demon Kingdom sounds full of mystery and fantasy. Although it was a vast empire, it was actually composed of many powerful ethnic groups. These ethnic groups have their own unique characteristics, including the Sky Fox Clan, the Tiger Clan, the Kunpeng Clan, the Dragon Clan, the Gibbon Clan, and so on.
Among them, the Dragon Clan was undoubtedly the most powerful. Not only did they possess unparalleled strength, they also controlled the political power of the entire Western Xia Demon Kingdom, becoming the current royal family. Other powerful clans were also crowned as royal families, each ruling their own territories.
Facing Li Xingyun's question, Hu Yanzhi thought for a moment before answering, "The nearest ones... should be the Sky Fox Palace and the King Kong Palace."
Li Xingyun listened and began to ponder. The Sky Foxes were known for their cunning and resourcefulness, while the King Kongs were renowned for their strength and stamina. Each tribe possessed unique strengths and characteristics.
After weighing the pros and cons, Li Xingyun finally made up his mind and nodded, saying, "Okay, then let's rest for a night and set off for the Sky Fox Palace's territory tomorrow."
After all, the Sky Fox Clan has an old acquaintance, which makes it more convenient.
"Yang Xiaoxiao, come out for a walk with me, you stay here." Li Xingyun smiled, looked at Hu Yanzhi gently, and whispered.
Yang Xiaoxiao nodded slightly to show that she understood, and responded, "Yes, sir!" Her voice was clear and pleasant, like a yellow oriole singing in a valley.
When Yang Xiaoxiao heard that Li Xingyun was going to take her out, she was filled with joy. Her eyes lit up like two bright stars, and her face was filled with a happy smile.
"Yeah! Okay!" Hu Yanzhi also nodded. She had indeed experienced a lot today. Staying in the room to rest and adjust her mood was a good choice for her.
Li Xingyun turned and walked out of the room, and Yang Xiaoxiao hurriedly followed him. Just as he reached the door, Li Xingyun suddenly remembered something and turned back and shouted, "Ye Qingcheng, let's go together!"
Ye Qingcheng was delighted when she heard Li Xingyun's call. She quickly walked to Li Xingyun and asked with a smile on her face, "Master, where are we going?"
Li Xingyun raised the corner of his mouth slightly, revealing a wicked smile, and said, "First, let's go buy some clothes for Yang Xiaoxiao, and then... hehe... of course, let's go experience the nightlife of the Western Xia Demon Kingdom!"
Ye Qingcheng couldn't help but feel a little disappointed when she heard this. She pouted and muttered, "Ah... Master, isn't having me enough?" A hint of jealousy was revealed in her words.
"Ahem..." Li Xingyun cleared his throat, then looked at Ye Qingcheng seriously and said, "Watch your words. You are just a bed warmer. What qualifications do you have to control me?" His tone revealed an unquestionable majesty.
Ye Qingcheng was naturally very dissatisfied when she heard this. She was the Grand Elder of the Twilight Society, of unparalleled status. When had she ever suffered such an injustice? So she widened her eyes and said angrily, "Young Master!"
However, Li Xingyun was completely unmoved. He still had a stern face, touched Ye Qingcheng's head seriously, and continued to teach: "Remember who you are. Here, you have to listen to me! Do you understand?" After that, he patted the upright part behind Ye Qingcheng hard to emphasize his words.
Ye Qingcheng felt even more aggrieved after being slapped by Li Xingyun, but she didn't dare to talk back. She could only lower her head and sulk silently.
Seeing this, Li Xingyun knew that he couldn't push Ye Qingcheng too hard, so he softened his tone a little and said, "Okay, don't be so unconvinced. I'll buy you some clothes later." As he said that, he suddenly stretched out his hand and patted Ye Qingcheng lightly on the butt, looking as if nothing had happened!
Ye Qingcheng hadn't expected Li Xingyun to do something like this. Her face flushed red, and she was completely stunned. Li Xingyun, on the other hand, acted as if nothing had happened. After saying this, he walked forward without looking back. Seeing this, Yang Xiaoxiao hurriedly followed him, leaving Ye Qingcheng alone, feeling embarrassed and angry, not knowing what to do.
"Hmph! Young Master, you're so mean!" Ye Qingcheng snorted coquettishly, the sound soft and melodious, like the sound of nature. She stamped her small foot, seeming a little angry, but a faint smile appeared on her face.
At this moment, the system prompt sound suddenly sounded in Li Xingyun's mind.
[Ding! Congratulations to the host, Ye Qingcheng's favorability has increased by one point, and the current favorability is 82 points!]
This sudden voice made Li Xingyun pause in his tracks. A surge of joy washed over him, his calm mood instantly shattered. He couldn't help but think to himself, "I never thought that just teasing her a little would actually increase her favorability!"