A Dragon against the Whole World

"However, in my impression, your clan’s traditional territory seems to be in the coastal areas, by the Boiling Sea."

"I originally thought that in the deep wilderness far from the coast, I wouldn’t have a chance to encounter your members. But the current situation seems to be different from what I know."

The Red Iron Dragon politely inquired, "Could you resolve this doubt in my heart?"

"Tell me, why did you choose to abandon the coastal territory you have long managed, and come all the way to the wilderness through hardships and mountains?"

The wilderness is indeed full of opportunities nowadays, but the level of danger is also increasing accordingly.

Under normal circumstances, a mature Dragon Group would never easily abandon a long-managed territory unless absolutely necessary.

Galos guessed from the information Blue Dragon Zoraya previously revealed that the migration of the Dominican Dragon Group might be related to the Storm Giant she mentioned.

The Heart of Thunder on the opposite side was silent for a few seconds.

This question seemed to touch on something he was unwilling to discuss further.

"To seek a broader space for development."

He finally responded in a somewhat stiff tone, "I am tired of the unchanging scenery of the sea, and the unchanging enemies and conflicts. Therefore, I made a strategic decision to turn the future of the Dragon Group towards this wilderness full of infinite possibilities."

This was a fabricated lie.

But he certainly could not openly admit that it was because the Dominican Dragon Group was continuously defeated and suffered heavy losses in the war with the Storm Giants along the coast, that they could not maintain it any longer, and were forced to embarrassingly migrate to the wilderness.

After casually brushing it off, the Blue Dragon Leader discreetly steered the conversation back on track, his tone growing assertive.

"No orderly, dignified Dragon Group can tolerate the existence of traitors. Rules are the cornerstone of the Dragon Group’s unity and strength, the most crucial element."

His voice was like thunder brewing within a rain cloud, saying, "You and I, both being Masters of the Dragon Clans, surely understand my meaning, and should acknowledge my firm resolve to punish traitors."

Galos was not intimidated by the other’s aura.

He asked, "According to your Dragon Group’s rules, how are those so-called traitors usually punished?"

The Blue Dragon Leader Peregrine declared resolutely and emphatically, "Public execution!"

"In front of all Dragon Group members, conduct a bloody public execution sufficient to deter all those harboring ill intentions!"

"Only the blood of traitors can wash away the shame they bring, and maintain the authority of the rules."

Upon hearing this, Galos gently shook his head, "It seems there’s no room for negotiation."

The Blue Dragon Leader’s attitude was exceptionally resolute, leaving no room for discussion.

"Of course, traitors must die! Without the deterrent of thunderous measures, other Giant Dragons would gradually develop rebellious intentions."

"All Dragons must clearly recognize that betraying the Dragon Group comes at a terrible price."

Opposite, Galos was silent for a few seconds, then suddenly asked with a slightly playful tone:

"Why not try to find the problem within yourself?"

He chuckled softly, his voice transmitted through alchemical tools, saying, "Isn’t it possible that there are issues within your Dragon Group’s management methods, leading to the betrayal of young members?"

When he first took in Heryam and other dragons, Galos had understood the internal ruling structure of the Dominican Dragon Group.

It was a top-down pyramid-style structure, maintained by absolute high-pressure and cold exploitation.

Almost all Dragons below the youth stage were treated like slaves within the tribe, having to unconditionally obey and dedicate.

Only upon reaching the youth stage could they barely qualify to exploit the younger of their kind, but still endured the oppression and exploitation from older, stronger Dragons.

This mode might seem appealing to White Dragon Trish.

It aligns perfectly with her niche theory.

However, everything has its limits; overdoing it is as bad as not doing enough.

In Galos’ view, the internal issues of the Dominican Dragon Group had long been enormous, with conflicts and undercurrents surging.

The young Dragons choose to betray, and Zoraya harbors patricidal thoughts—these are inevitably the bitter fruits of such a distorted management model.

Of course, there’s one more crucial factor.

The Blue Dragon Leader Peregrine is not "strong" enough.

Or more accurately, he has not been able to provide all Dragon Group members with an absolute sense of safety and respect, as someone who is "invincible".

Other members would fear his immense power.

But deep inside, they also breed ambitions and dissatisfaction, thinking "I can replace him".

Conversely, in the Ignas Dragon Group and Molten Iron Tribe under Galos’ rule.

Whether other Giant Dragons or all kinds of followers under his command, nearly all harbor a near-blind trust towards him, believing this Dragon King is omnipotent.

Even if faced with temporary setbacks, they firmly believe that the Dragon King will soon retrieve everything with interest.

Even if Galos claimed he could slay the Legendary now, and oppose the Legendary, the Dragon Group members believe he can do it, willing to follow him through fire and water.

Moreover, Galos is competent in the art of sharing benefits.

Dragons who follow him can truly share in the development’s dividends, and the ratio of contribution to reward is proportional, often reaping rewards beyond expectations.