Chapter 2756: The Determination to Become Stronger

An Iron Peak Tribe member's mentality snapped, and he shouted curses with a livid face.

This is fucking pointless—from the start of the food grab to now, they haven't eaten a single bite; it all went straight into the bellies of those Tree Ghosts in the Black Mist Forest.

To get this bite of food, they have already lowered their standing and drunk heavily with the Human Race, even giving away thirty percent of the food.

Even so, it's still hopeless; the Human Race is utterly unreliable—just moments ago they were patting their chests, full of confidence, giving guarantees.

But the next second, not even a splash rose—they were instantly dominated by those Tree Ghosts in the Black Mist Forest, leaving them questioning life.

Even faster than this morning, it's simply outrageous.

As for those Tree Ghosts in the Black Mist Forest, they're even more like they're playing dirty—this food-grabbing rule seems tailor-made for them.

In any case, the Iron Peak Tribe members all felt sheer malice.

This fucking food can't be snatched.

Yet facing these tribesmen's angry shouts, other Iron Peak Tribe members didn't oppose at all—they all stayed silent, implying acquiescence.

This food simply can't be snatched.

Again, they just watched helplessly as those Tree Ghosts in the Black Mist Forest reaped a bountiful harvest.

After they carried off the food, the Iron Peak Tribe members finally regained freedom—though brief, it was utterly humiliating.

This time, no one from the Iron Peak Tribe left; instead, they all waited at the Fire Room's door.

After waiting less than a quarter hour, they finally saw Ye Zhangqing walk out of the Fire Room.

Upon seeing Ye Zhangqing, the Iron Peak Tribe members' eyes turned red, and they one by one stepped forward to pour out their grievances.

Little Friend Zhangqing, you must decide for us.

Yeah, if this goes on, we'll soon starve to death.

This food-grabbing rule is problematic.

Seeing the Iron Peak Tribe members each seeming to have suffered a great injustice, Ye Zhangqing was also bewildered.

Where should we even start with these words?

What's wrong with you all?

Under Ye Zhangqing's questioning, the Iron Peak Tribe members finally voiced their grievances one by one.

The Tree Ghosts of the Black Mist Forest's deceit, and how numerous Human Race cultivators have schemed against them, were told to Ye Zhangqing in detail—big and small.

The reason for saying all this is simply to get Ye Zhangqing to change this food-grabbing rule.

Only binding-type methods may be used, with no harming people—so how is this even a game? It's clearly aimed at those Tree Ghosts in the Black Mist Forest.

Look at these ghostly things—they basically are born with control abilities.

Compared to those Tree Ghosts in this regard, there's simply no comparison.

If this continues, this food really can't be eaten.

After hearing the Iron Peak Tribe members' lament, he also glanced at the crowd with heads bowed, faces flushed red.

The Human Race side has lost face to speak; the Iron Peak Tribe people could still go to Ye Changqi to vent, but they can't even vent.

In a single encounter they were trussed up like zongzi, too ashamed to cry.

Turning his gaze back to the Iron Peak Tribe members, seeing their expectant eyes, Ye Zhangqing ultimately shook his head helplessly.

Seniors, this rule was set by youselves; now that it's agreed, I can't unilaterally change it—the Tree Ghosts of the Black Mist Forest have truly saved my life.

His relationship with the Iron Peak Tribe is friendly; likewise, his relationship with those Tree Ghosts of the Black Mist Forest is also friendly.

Since no one had a problem with this rule before, now the Iron Peak Tribe wanting to unilaterally go back on it is obviously not allowed.

Upon hearing Ye Zhangqing's words, the Iron Peak Tribe members and the Human Race cultivators all looked at him with complex expressions.

These words are not wrong; among the three parties here with Ye Zhangqing, it's actually inappropriate to favor any side.

Moreover, this food-grabbing rule was actually initiated by the Human Race and the Iron Peak Tribe members.

Now, with just a word from you saying not to grab, not grabbing would clearly be inappropriate.

Ye Zhangqing here is unable to help; unable to grab food, he can only think of ways to boost his own strength.

On this point, Ye Zhangqing can't help.

Helplessly giving a bitter laugh, Ye Zhangqing left apologetically.

However, just before leaving, he still secretly sent a voice transmission to Zhao Tianqing, saying:

"Zhao Lao, think of a way to boost your strength—there really are plenty of good things inside the Iron Peak Tribe; this is an opportunity."

Huh???

Upon hearing that, Zhao Tianqing was startled; and Ye Zhangqing doing this is also indirectly helping the Human Race.

After all, he himself is Human Race; if he can help, he certainly won't stand by idly.

Furthermore, boosting strength here isn't just for the food grab; it also brings great benefits in other aspects.

This is a tremendous opportunity for everyone.

If this time everyone can indeed gain benefits from the Iron Peak Tribe, that would absolutely be a tremendous fortuitous encounter.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Tianqing was slightly stunned, then his gaze unconsciously turned toward the Iron Peak Tribe members.

Ye Zhangqing's meaning in these words he naturally knows.

Moreover, since arriving at the Barbarian God Tribe Divine Realm, he has clearly felt the gap with these innate spirits.

Without exaggeration, speaking of innate spirits like the Barbarian God Tribe, if they truly intended to contend for Beyond the Heavens, then nowadays Beyond the Heavens would have nothing left for other races.

They are simply not opponents.

This strength gap is laid bare before your eyes; you cannot but acknowledge it.

So, if the Iron Peak Tribe truly wishes to help, then for the Human Race it really is a great opportunity.

And right now there happens to be a once-in-a-thousand-years reason.

Eat first, then we must work hard to get stronger.

His mind was filled with countless thoughts, and for a moment his gaze toward the Tiefeng Tribe people turned fiery.

Noticing Zhao Tianqing's gaze, the leader of the Tiefeng Tribe was taken aback and glanced back in surprise.

But shortly after, he let out a cold snort the next second.

What tricks are these humans up to now?

They're useless at everything; they're top at eating, can't even hold their breath for three breaths—what good are they?

Seeing the food, they knew they wouldn't get to eat; the rules couldn't be changed, so the Tiefeng Tribe people could only leave disappointed.

Moreover, that night the outcome was the same; the Tiefeng Tribe was again subdued, losing their spirit.

Those bundles of branches simply make people's hearts anxious and vexed.

Another day without food.

Until nightfall, Zhao Tianqing, accompanied by several Heavenly Palace Celestial Officials, took the initiative to visit.

At first they were full of contempt, but as Zhao Tianqing began to speak...

"Fellow Daoists, I actually have a plan this time."

"You have another plan?"

Hearing that, several Tiefeng Tribe leaders looked bewildered; "Does this guy still have a plan?"

Before, they had indeed been badly tricked by these humans; now they simply couldn't believe it.

As for that, Zhao Tianqing said with a solemn expression.

"Yes, I want to ask you fellow Daoists to bless us so we become stronger; then we'll definitely be able to eat."