Chapter 694 - 688: Is There No Reproductive Isolation in This World?
"They’re here."
At the entrance to the Eastern Extreme Demon Realm, the faces of the Celestial Vault team were grave, watching the group appearing in the distance.
Just a few minutes earlier, their species had already spotted the approaching group and were prepared to engage at any moment.
"We’ve been hiding out in the east lately and haven’t had a good fight. I wonder if these guys can take a beating."
Dragon Abyss, known in the Ten Thousand Realms as a battle fanatic, licked his lips, his sharp eyes full of battle intent.
He was ready to strike at any moment.
After all, this was their stronghold as the Lords of the Ten Thousand Realms, and it must be well protected.
"Don’t be reckless; this isn’t the Ten Thousand Realms."
Celestial Vault couldn’t help but remind him.
At the same time, the species of Angels by his side flew into the air, posing in a stance ready for battle.
Having received the message, Lin You also hurried from his territory, appearing at the entrance of the forest.
"Brother Lin, it’s us."
Just then, a shout came from the distant group.
The material delivery team arriving here was also startled by the scene at the entrance.
Especially after sensing the strength of Celestial Vault’s trio, they gradually slowed their pace.
"Two Level 7 Quasi-Gods, one Level 8 Quasi-God; it’s only been a few days, and he suddenly has so many powerful allies around him."
The young man in the group said in astonishment.
The last time he was here, Lin You was all alone, and now in a blink, he had gained three powerful combat forces, which was way too fast.
"So it’s you guys, here to deliver materials?"
Lin You immediately recognized them and gestured to Celestial Vault that they weren’t enemies, riding his Hidden Dragon swiftly to the front of the group.
"Yes, besides us, there are a few people from the commerce association who want to discuss cooperation matters with Brother Lin. Is it convenient?"
The middle-aged man leading them, sitting on the back of a Legendary Mammoth, inquired.
Commerce association?
Lin You looked at the additional groups around them, surprised.
Especially the man who seemed a bit wealthy-looking; his strength reached Level 9 Quasi-God, and even the people accompanying him were Tier Twelve.
It seemed to be the heads of large commerce associations nearby.
Daring to come over to collaborate with him during these times, it’s indeed the merchant way — wherever there’s profit, they’ll dig in, not caring who their trading partners are.
"Follow me."
Lin You said softly and then turned to walk toward a platform opened up outside the forest entrance.
The crowd was pleased by his words, quickly commanding their species to follow his steps to the platform and starting to unload the goods.
Especially the small team of the middle-aged man.
Having had one trading experience, their actions were noticeably more skilled, and in no time, they piled the goods into a small mountain, sorted and placed properly.
The accompanying commerce association personnel were shocked, looking around at the plant species patrolling everywhere, occupying both inside and outside the forest.
"Extraordinary species!"
Boss Wang’s eyes widened, his whole being stunned in place.
Even the few Tier Thirteen high-levels in their commerce association only had one or two such species.
Yet now, before him, there were more than a dozen types!
A Tier Twelve Lord owning so many types of Extraordinary Species was beyond his imagination.
Despite Lin You being only Level 6, with the high potential blessing of Extraordinary Species, he could easily suppress him, a Level 9 Quasi-God!
So this is his strength?
Boss Wang was deeply shaken, and at the same time incredibly pleased.
The stronger Lin You’s power, the more valuable the cooperation they had.
As long as it brings them profit, being associated with a Human Race traitor means nothing.
Soon enough.
Boss Wang approached Lin You for a self-introduction: "Mr. Lin You, I am Wang Youfu, Manager of Wuji Commerce Association from Eastern Extreme City, representing the headquarters to discuss material cooperation."
"Speak directly, how do you want to collaborate?" Lin You straightforwardly asked.
His indifferent attitude confirmed for Wang Youfu that Lin You’s true strength surpassed his own, making him more respectful and hastily replied:
"I heard you want to establish a trading city. Though I’m not particularly talented, I’d like to contribute by sending some people from the commerce association to assist, what’s your thought on that?"
"State your intentions upfront."
There’s no free lunch, Lin You naturally didn’t believe they’d come all this way just to help him.
Though currently, he was in desperate need of manpower, it’s impossible to handle everything personally; he needed capable people to assist.
So he didn’t immediately reject them.
Seeing this, Wang Youfu was instantly delighted.
"You’re aware that running a commerce association involves seeking financial opportunities. If the city is established, just allowing us to set up a branch here would suffice, and we’ll also collaborate long-term, delivering goods regularly to guarantee satisfaction."
"You have quite the bargaining skill."
Lin You raised an eyebrow, surprised by Wang Youfu’s courage.
Considering Lin You was notorious, labeled as a Human Race traitor, several lords were eager to kill him for a bounty.
Yet, the trade city was still uncertain of success, and they had come to him asking to open a commerce branch and establish long-term cooperation.
If it weren’t for their boldness, it wouldn’t be possible to make such a decision.
One wrong move, and even their commerce association might face a boycott.
"Alright, I’ll agree to this condition."
Lin You pondered for a moment and said.
Anyway, the eight characters haven’t been revealed yet. Let’s get the people in before discussing further.
Upon hearing this, Wang Youfu was pleased. He immediately turned around to greet his team and brought several cage carriages over.
Lin You glanced inside the cages and saw many half-human, half-beast figures, all looking at him with fear.
"This is..."
"Sub-human species." Wang Youfu’s timely voice sounded, "These are sub-human species born from the union between the Human Race and other Races. Due to the chaotic bloodlines, they can’t become Lords, so they are mostly sold as slaves, making the most obedient subordinates."
"Offspring of the Human Race and other Races?"
Lin You was slightly stunned.
Is this possible?
Is there no reproductive isolation in this world?
Alright.
The ability to summon Species for battle is already absurd enough; the lack of reproductive isolation doesn’t seem too strange.
Truly, there is nothing too strange in this vast world.
Soon, he was beside Wang Youfu at the carts, examining the cages of sub-human species.
To his amazement, apart from some parts of their bodies exhibiting beast-like traits, they were mostly similar to the Human Race.
Moreover, they possessed a scent similar to that of Demons, with their strength generally reaching Tier Six or higher.
For laborers, Tier Six is more than sufficient.
"How is it? Are you satisfied, sir?"
"Hmm, keep them all here." Lin You nodded silently.
He’s not exactly a benevolent person, but he dislikes taking away people’s freedom and selling them as slaves.
When 100 sub-humans were brought to him by Wang Youfu’s men, he shouted loudly:
"I now offer you a choice: leave or stay."
"Those who choose to leave can do so now. I grant you freedom."
"Those who choose to stay, I can guarantee your safety and provide you a place to live, but you must obey me completely."
"Consider for five minutes."
If people are to be utilized, it’s best they do so willingly.
Those forced into service usually care less about their duties, and he doesn’t need such freeloaders here.
After all, beings like ants are abundant in the Divine Realm, and he’s not missing a few here or there.
Upon hearing his words, everyone, including Wang Youfu, showed a change in expression, clearly not expecting this move from him.
Those 100 sub-humans became restless, timid and hesitant, fearing this might be a trap set by Lin You to test their loyalty.
But in the end, the desire for freedom overcame fear.
After some hesitation, a few sub-humans cautiously stepped back, slowly leaving the group.
Seeing Lin You wasn’t stopping them, they were overjoyed and immediately turned and fled.
Watching them disappear in the distance without any reaction from Lin You, the remaining sub-humans finally believed his words were truthful.
After a brief chaos, more and more began to leave, fleeing.
In no time, the 100 slaves dwindled to just over thirty.
Some hesitated but chose to stay, while a few stood firm in place, not moving a step.
"Why didn’t you leave?" Lin You curiously asked one slave whose arm was covered in scales.
"Our homeland has been destroyed by those Lords, nowhere left to go. It’s better to stay here." The slave answered without arrogance, showing a bit of courage.
Like him, they suffered at the hands of Lords in the Divine Realm, which he appreciated.
"And you? Why did you stay?" Lin You asked another motionless slave.
"I want revenge!"
This slave’s answer was even more direct.
From his eyes, Lin You saw a familiar light.
It was the same light he had when pursued by Lords, after the Ten Thousand Realms Emperor died for him, deciding to destroy the entire Divine Realm.
"Very well."
Lin You nodded with satisfaction; these were the kind of people he wanted.
He immediately turned to the three men standing not far away: "Brother Celestial Vault, please take these people and arrange for them, I have some matters to discuss with them."
"Leave it to me."
Celestial Vault smiled slightly and immediately took the remaining thirty-plus sub-human slaves away to arrange their living and work.
Only then did Wang Youfu finally get to business.
"Lin You, is the Three-headed Flood Dragon Leader here? I have a Tier Thirteen Leader Level Poisonous Flood Dragon King’s Poison Sac to exchange for some resources with him."
These words revealed his intentions and were also a test.
After all, Lin You’s good relationship with Leader Demons was just a rumor; few have seen it firsthand.
And this poison sac is their stepping stone to confirm this, verifying whether further cooperation with Lin You is necessary.
"Human, is what you say true?"
Suddenly, a booming voice rang out.
Before Lin You could respond, a massive Three-headed Flood Dragon had already rushed from the depths of the Eastern Extreme Demon Realm, moving at incredible speed.
It was the Three-headed Flood Dragon Leader, planning to find Lin You to unleash poison!