Chapter 164: Born to Chase the Sun

In a crystal-clear jade platter, a thousand-year snow lotus was served.

In a shimmering golden wine vessel, ten-thousand-year aged brew was poured full.

There were also spirit fruits radiating five-colored light.

As well as the meat of rare and exotic beasts in various shapes, making one's mouth water.

Xiao Pu and the Little Earth Dragon widened their eyes, looking at the delicacies on the table, their saliva almost flowing out.

Although they usually followed Zhang Yi and had eaten many good things.

This was the first time they had seen such a sumptuous banquet as today's.

Mother Jubiao and Nudi were also surprised by the Monster King's warm hospitality.

They knew that the reason the Monster King was so generous was entirely because of Zhang Yi.

Zhang Yi's appearance not only helped the Monster Race eradicate a traitor.

It even resolved a catastrophe.

This kindness was truly too heavy for the Monster Race.

The Monster King raised his golden vessel and said loudly, "Young friend Zhang Yi, today's banquet is to thank you for the immense contribution you have made to my Monster Race!"

"You exposed that traitor's conspiracy and saved the entire Monster Race; this kindness, my Monster Race will never forget for all eternity!"

Zhang Yi hurriedly stood up, raised his cup in return, and said, "Your Majesty the Monster King, you are too kind; eliminating evil and ensuring peace is a duty my generation cannot shirk."

"Moreover, I only did what I should have done."

"Haha, young friend Zhang Yi is truly humble!"

The Monster King laughed heartily, "To have such cultivation and courage at such a young age, you are truly a dragon and phoenix among men!"

"It is truly a great honor for my Monster Race to have a friend like you!"

Having said this, the Monster King drank the wine in his cup in one gulp.

Zhang Yi and the others also raised their cups one after another and drank the wine in their cups dry.

"Child, tell me honestly, that Elder... was he truly... by you...?"

Mother Jubiao leaned close to Zhang Yi and lowered her voice.

Her eyes carried a trace of lingering fear.

She spoke somewhat hesitantly.

Zhang Yi smiled slightly.

He gently patted the back of Mother Jubiao's hand, signaling her to be at ease.

"Mother, please rest assured, that old fellow has already been reduced to ashes."

"Really?"

Mother Jubiao was still somewhat uneasy, "What exactly was the catastrophe the Monster King spoke of? That Elder... what did he do?"

"That old thing colluded with the Demon Race, intending to overthrow the Monster Race and offer the entire Monster Race to the Demon Race in exchange for wealth and glory."

Zhang Yi's tone was calm.

"If we hadn't discovered it in time, the consequences would have been unimaginable."

"The Demon Race? He actually really colluded with the Demon Race!"

Upon hearing this, Mother Jubiao's face changed drastically.

"My heavens, this... this is too terrifying! It's fortunate you are alright, otherwise..."

As Mother Jubiao spoke, her eye sockets also turned slightly red.

"Mother, I am fine."

Zhang Yi held Mother Jubiao's hand.

"But..."

Mother Jubiao still had lingering fears.

"At first, even when I joined forces with the Wind God Pterosaur, I was no match for that old thing."

Zhang Yi explained, "But there was something strange about him; he had very strong demonic energy. At the time, I was just trying to refine the demonic energy on him with the mindset of treating a dead horse as a living one, but I didn't expect to actually succeed."

Zhang Yi paused and continued, "That demonic energy seemed to fear a certain power within me. After it was refined by me, that Elder's strength was greatly reduced, which gave us an opportunity."

"So that's how it was..."

"Child, I know you have great strength, but in the future, you must never be so impulsive again. This time it was luck; next time, what if..."

During the banquet, the atmosphere was lively.

The Monster King frequently toasted Zhang Yi to express his gratitude.

He also told Zhang Yi about the history and current situation of the Monster Race.

The Monster King finally stated his ultimate goal.

He looked at Zhang Yi and said sincerely.

"Young friend Zhang Yi, your ability and character both make me feel deep admiration. I wonder if you would be willing to stay in the Monster Race and assist me in governing the Monster Race?"

"I am willing to appoint you as a King of a Region in the Monster Race Territory, enjoying supreme power and glory!"

Once the Monster King's words were out, everyone present was stunned.

They did not expect the Monster King to make such a request.

One must know that the status of a King of a Region is quite high within the Monster Race, second only to the Monster King himself.

The Monster King was actually willing to entrust such an important position to a Wangri Bird he had only just met?

This showed how much he valued Zhang Yi.

Zhang Yi pondered for a moment and slowly said, "Your Majesty the Monster King, thank you for your kindness, but I have more important things to do, and I am afraid I cannot stay in the Monster Race."

Upon hearing this, a trace of disappointment flashed in the Monster King's eyes.

But he also knew that a twisted melon is not sweet, so he stopped forcing the issue.

He said, "Since that is the case, I will not force it. However, the Yao Wang Da Dian will always be open to you, and you may return at any time."

Zhang Yi smiled slightly and said, "Many thanks, Your Majesty the Yao Wang."

Just as Zhang Yi refused the Yao Wang's reward, the Pterodactyl was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan.

He shifted his massive body and leaned in close to Zhang Yi's ear.

He lowered his voice, yet could not hide the excitement in his tone.

"I say, Boss, what are you thinking? You're passing up being a King of a Region; has water gotten into your brain?"

Zhang Yi shook his head helplessly, picked up a piece of spirit fruit, and ate it unhurriedly.

"You need to broaden your perspective. The Monster Race Territory is only this big; although the spiritual energy is considered abundant, it is far inferior to the outside world."

"I am now of the Jinwu bloodline and am destined to soar through the nine heavens; how could I be trapped in this small Yao Wang Da Dian?"

The Pterodactyl widened his eyes and looked at Zhang Yi in disbelief.

"You... what did you say? There are places better than this outside? Here, you can eat spirit fruit as you please, spirit treasures are everywhere; what else is there to be unsatisfied with?"

He grabbed a handful of spirit fruit that emitted an alluring fragrance and stuffed them into his mouth.

He said indistinctly, "If you ask me, that old fellow the Yao Wang is decent enough. You should just stay; we can eat and drink well together, wouldn't that be grand?"

Zhang Yi smiled and shook his head: "You, your vision is still too short-sighted. Think about it, my Jinwu clan is born to chase the sun and control flames; this Monster Race Territory has too few places for me to stretch my legs."

"I need a broader world and stronger opponents to continuously break through myself and reach a higher realm."

The Pterodactyl listened, feeling confused, and scratched his head.

"Realm? What realm? Can it be more important than eating spirit fruit and picking up spirit treasures?"

Zhang Yi patted the Pterodactyl on the shoulder.

He said meaningfully: "Brother Pterodactyl, when you reach my realm, you will understand."

"What I pursue is the ultimate of power, the true meaning of life, it is..."

"Stop, stop, stop!"

The Pterodactyl interrupted Zhang Yi impatiently, "Just tell me straight, where exactly do you want to go? What good things are there outside that are better than this Monster Race Territory?"

Zhang Yi smiled mysteriously: "Heavenly secrets must not be leaked. In any case, this trip of mine is to search for the legendary 'Taiyang Shendian'; it is said that the ultimate mysteries of the Jinwu clan are hidden there."