Chapter 2723: Don't You Want to Eat?

Don't worry, the Fire Spirit Tribe has been brought under control; they won't be able to cause any trouble.

Facing the strong man's inquiry, the old man grinned and replied.

No, I'm talking about this—how did you end up siding with the Flame Martial Tribe?

Upon hearing that, the strong man's face darkened, and he spoke suspiciously.

Weren't you grandfather and grandson here because the Fire Spirit Tribe asked for help? How did you end up mixing with the Flame Martial Tribe now?

Which side are you on, anyway? The Fire Spirit Tribe is our side.

Looking at the old man and the youth with a complex, strange expression, he said, 'You didn't say that before.'

And you said the Fire Spirit Tribe is under control—that's not right; why are you controlling the Fire Spirit Tribe?

Everything about this matter feels strange; even the strong man is completely bewildered now.

As for that, the old man didn't explain on the spot; instead, he kept smiling and said.

This is a long story; let's go inside and talk.

Seeing that, the strong man didn't refuse either; following the old man's lead, he entered the Fire Spirit Tribe directly.

Only after entering the Fire Spirit Tribe did the strong man realize that the entire tribe had already been controlled by the Flame Martial Tribe.

Many members of the Fire Spirit Tribe were imprisoned.

This……

Don't worry, the Fire Spirit Tribe's people have had their cultivation sealed; they won't be able to cause any trouble.

The old man explained with a smile, but the strong man frowned, thinking, 'Damn, is that what I was asking about?'

I'm asking how you ended up like this—aren't we on the Fire Spirit Tribe's side?

Full of suspicion, he thought that if the old man weren't a tribal elder rather than an ordinary member, betraying the tribe would be impossible.

Otherwise, the strong man would likely think he had already defected.

Still full of doubt, under the old man's guidance, they all sat down at the dinner table.

To welcome them, Ye Zhangqing naturally prepared a table of delicious dishes.

Dozens of people sat at five tables, the tables full of tasty delicacies, the aroma wafting.

Although it smelled fragrant, the strong man still asked suspiciously.

What is this?

I don't know what this is for.

Facing the strong man's question, the old man laughed and said.

No rush, we'll eat while we talk.

Saying that, the old man eagerly picked up a pair of chopsticks and began to eat.

Seeing the old man eating with relish, the strong man also took a bite with a strange expression.

Immediately, the only sound at the table was the noise of everyone eating earnestly.

Naturally, the old man wouldn't let the newcomer go without; he had been waiting for this bite for several days.

Although my daily big pot of rice tastes just as good, a feast like this is naturally superior.

Given this opportunity, how could we let it go to waste?

Compared to the old man, the strong man obviously lacked experience at first, but after taking a bite, he quickly got into the swing of things.

Such deliciousness, just one bite completely captured his heart.

As for the others, they couldn't escape either.

A large table of food, before long, was completely cleared out by everyone.

After eating their fill, the old man finally had the leisure to discuss the main matter.

As fellow tribesmen, the old man hid nothing, recounting in full what had happened to them and their grandson after arriving at the Fire Spirit Tribe.

After the strong man listened attentively, his face showed a few more traces of strangeness.

This feels somehow off.

He looked at the old man with a complex expression and said.

You mean this matter is fundamentally the Fire Spirit Tribe's responsibility?

No way, Ye Xiaozi is such a good person; if the Fire Spirit Tribe wanted to kill him, that's their own problem.

Well… but the Fire Spirit Tribe is, after all, our subordinate…

The strong man still wanted to say, after all, the Fire Spirit Tribe is a subordinate of their Iron Edge Tribe.

To say these things so openly—isn't that a bit improper?

However, the old man didn't mind it.

What's the big deal? Even if it's a subordinate tribe, we still have to reason—besides, there's another matter…

Immediately, the old man then told the strong man about the matter of releasing the human cultivators.

However, the strong man's reaction was obviously much stronger.

You're crazy—those human cultivators were imprisoned by order of the clan chief, and you actually want to let them go?

That's true, but we have no grudge against those human cultivators…

The old man directly repeated what Ye Zhangqing had said, using it to persuade the strong man.

However, the strong man refused to buy it.

It's true there's no grudge, but the problem is…

This matter isn't for us to decide—it's the clan chief's decision, so don't meddle.

Whether to release them or not is something the clan chief should consider.

Although the two of them are both elders of the Iron Edge Tribe, on this issue they still cannot make the decision.

The old man naturally understands this, but he has a killer trick.

Hearing the strong man's words, the old man spoke unhurriedly.

"I know what you mean, but don't you want to eat such delicious food again?"

Saying that, he also gave a meaningful glance at the empty plate on the table.

The oil and sauce in the plate had been licked clean by everyone.

One can see how tempting this table of delicious food is.

As expected, the strong man who heard these words immediately fell into silence.

The old man also told him the reason for this table of delicious food.

It was done by a human cultivator named Ye Zhangqing.

Ye Zhangqing can prepare meals for everyone, three times a day, with a simple request: to release his companion.

With reason and evidence, and food as a bargaining chip, the strong man pondered a moment, then spoke.

"This... let's plan it."

"Haha, that's excellent."

In response, the old man laughed loudly.

They have no say in this matter, but they can offer suggestions; plus Ye Zhangqing's culinary skill, convincing the clan chief should not be difficult.

There's not much to lose either way.

Afterward, the strong man also wanted to get acquainted with Ye Changqing, and the old man naturally would not refuse.

Having invited Ye Zhangqing over, they exchanged a few pleasantries, after which the strong man spoke.

"You want to rescue your companion; it's not impossible, but you must definitely go with us to the Iron Edge Tribe and see the clan chief in person."

It's certainly no problem for them to speak up for Ye Zhangqing.

For the sake of this hot meal, as long as it doesn't harm the tribe's interests, saying a few good words is completely fine.

But this isn't enough; Ye Zhangqing also needs to show off his culinary skill in order to convince the clan chief and other elders.

Of course, another reason is that the old man and the strong man also want to enjoy another feast.

If they go to the Iron Edge Tribe, Ye Zhangqing will surely prepare a banquet, allowing the two of them to benefit as well.

However, before Ye Zhangqing could respond, the elder clan chief who came together immediately refused.

"No, Ye Zhangqing cannot go; if you really go and the Iron Edge Tribe detains him, what then? I disagree."

The elder clan chief showed some agitation, joking, "This is a person of our Flame Martial Tribe!"