Chapter 95: with translation of chapter title

Looking at the bones that had been sucked to this state and still needed to be taken back, Ye Zhangqing's mouth twitched.

Not only that, some disciples who failed to grab a bone drank the soup in their bowls until only the bottom remained, and then they actually added water and took it back.

He still muttered something under his breath.

"Just add some water, it's not shabby; anyway there's broth, it's just a bit diluted."

In response, Ye Zhangqing said, "This is probably no longer a matter of being bland or not; this is just a bowl of plain water."

I wanted to advise the senior brothers, maybe we should just stop, but nobody would listen at all.

In the end, it was still the old rule: after eating, the disciples voluntarily washed the bowls, and only after tidying up did they leave one by one.

Returning to their respective lodgings, as soon as they entered, they saw that many disciples had almost the same expression.

Looking at the companion lying on the bed, he said with a proud face.

"Da Zui, look what this is? Shī xiōng treats you well, he didn't forget you when going to eat."

"little dog, your dad brought you food, why aren't you kneeling to thank him?"

"Don't worry, don't worry, from now on, whatever Shī xiōng eats in one gulp, you'll definitely get a bite; come, gnaw on it."

"You junior brother don't know, at that time this bowl of soup, Shī xiōng went through a life-or-death struggle to snatch it back; Senior Brother, Second Senior Sister, Third Senior Brother were all eyeing this bowl of soup; in the end, I, your Shī xiōng, punched Senior Brother, kicked Second Senior Sister, sat on Third Senior Brother, and only with difficulty managed to keep this bowl of soup for you; Shī xiōng knows you like this, come, junior brother, drink up this bowl."

Seeing the bones and soup brought back by the senior brothers (junior brothers), the disciples lying on the beds all fell into silence for a moment.

These bones have been licked until they shine, damn, do you guys have barbs on your tongues?

And that soup basically has no oil or fat at all; if it weren't for not being washed, still retaining a bit of meat flavor, it would be no different from plain water.

Nevertheless, the disciples were still moved and said.

"Thanks, senior brother (junior brother)."

"Don't be polite, just treat Shī xiōng to a meal later, when Shī xiōng fails to grab a spot."

"You want to trade this for a meal?" As soon as this was said, the disciples lying in bed suddenly, like a brief revival before death, all burst out in angry curses.

"Get lost; as long as you could leave a bit of meat, I could still accept it. Look at this bone yourself—it's so clean it could be used as a mirror, you've sucked out all the marrow."

"Then just say whether you want it or not."

"Want."

"That's right—soft mouth, short hands; remember to repay later."

Lying in bed unable to move, they could only be at others' mercy, gnawing on bones that had hardly any flavor left; the disciples secretly swore they would never let injury delay their meals again—it was so damn frustrating.

As for the disciples who drank the soup, it was even worse: they had just drunk a bowl of water, the only lingering hint of meat flavor vanished in an instant.

Just as the Shénjiàn Fēng Dìzǐ were stationed at Jinhai Yingdi, on the other side of the Formation, beneath the calm sea surface, this is the territory of the East Sea aquatic tribe.

Countless aquatic tribes live here.

In terms of strength, the East Sea aquatic tribe is definitely the strongest among the many Demon Race clans in Dongzhou, but because of the Formation's blockade, the East Sea aquatic tribe cannot enter Dongzhou territory.

Moreover, in the deep sea floor, a vast expanse of underwater palace complexes stands silently here.

At the entrance hangs a plaque bearing the two large characters 'Dragon Palace'.

This group of palaces is the territory of the Jiao Long clan.

However, self-proclaiming it as Dragon Palace is indeed a bit of self-aggrandizement.

Although the Jiao Long clan claims some dragon bloodline, in reality, true pure-blood dragons do not acknowledge the Jiao Long clan at all, and the strength difference between them is like heaven and earth.

Pure-blood dragons in Dongzhou are already legendary beings.

At this moment, inside the main hall of the Dragon Palace, the strong ones of the Jiao Long clan gathered together, all being Demon King-level experts, their number already approaching forty.

Forty Demon Kings are already enough to rival the Dao Yi Sect, and far surpass the other Demon Race clans in Dongzhou.

They have all taken human form, yet still retain some demon beast features, especially the pair of dragon horns on their heads.

Seated at the main seat, the Jiao Long Clan Chief scanned the surrounding Demon Kings, then spoke in a deep voice.

"Just now, news came from Huling that the Dao Yi Sect just had a fierce battle with the Dongzhou Demon Race outside Jinhai Yingdi; right now, the Shénjiàn Fēng Dìzǐ are almost all seriously injured—this is an opportunity for us."

Upon receiving the news, the Jiao Long Clan Chief immediately summoned all the demons, planning to send people to first seize Jinhai Yingdi.

Upon hearing this, the Demon Kings present lit up, and immediately nodded in agreement.

"This is indeed a heaven-sent opportunity."

"Yeah, if we could occupy Jinhai Yingdi before breaking through the Formation, victory would be certain."

"Not bad."

Seeing that no one objected, the Jiao Long Clan Chief directly said.

"I plan to let the Third Prince lead people into Jinhai Yingdi, and without delay, we'll act tonight."

These Demon Kings definitely cannot enter the Formation, so they can only send the younger generation; and the Third Prince is one of the strongest among the younger generation of the Jiao Long clan.

With it leading the team, and given that everyone from Divine Sword Peak is also seriously injured, it should be no problem.

This also gained the agreement of the Demon Kings.

"Okay, the Third Prince taking action himself will surely achieve swift victory."

"Not bad, it looks like the rise of our aquatic tribe is today."

"Haha, you're right, the rise of our aquatic tribe is today."

The Demon Kings were all excited beyond measure; even the Jiao Long Clan Chief couldn't help but smile—this truly is a heaven-sent opportunity.

It seems even heaven is on the side of the East Sea aquatic tribe.

Unaware of the East Sea aquatic tribe's movements, inside Jinhai Yingdi, as night fell, aside from the disciples confined to bed, the others were actually persisting in Xiūliàn.

Such a diligent scene, if seen by others, would surely elicit an admiring remark.

"No wonder they're disciples of the Dao Yi Sect."

Inside the camp there was a commotion, but amidst the noise, a black silhouette silently slipped across the night sky and quietly arrived at Xu Jie's residence.

In the room, Xu Jie had his back to the door, as if he had lit a fire, and from time to time made a grating 'ge ge' laugh.

"Hehe, I'm still clever, now I have a tasty treat, not bad, not bad."

At the entrance of the Formation earlier, seeing Qi Xiong and the others arrive, Xu Jie immediately put away the remaining bone broth.

He had kept it hidden all along, just for this moment.

Late at night, with everyone quiet and alone, isn't this the perfect time to drink soup?

At this moment, Xu Jie felt an unprecedented happiness.

Changing from his usual carefree smile, Xu Jie gracefully took out a set of exquisite bowls and chopsticks, and, unhurried like a young noble, served himself a bowl of soup.

Normally, he would have gulped it down in one go, but now this broth actually made him put on airs—first he sniffed it, then he pretended to be elegant and commented.

"This soup is excellent; it's worthy of me, Young Master Xu San."