"I've only heard of his name."

Xiao Mu hid his feud with Zhu Yansheng and took the opportunity to probe, "What's Zhu Yansheng's strength like?"

"Very strong!"

Without hesitation, Shan Jian exclaimed, "It is said that he has attained Dao by channeling the spirit of the Ancient Mammoth. His cultivation of the Exotic Divine Body has given him immense power, enough to uproot mountains and overturn seas."

"This man is bloodthirsty and harbors hostility towards humans. In case you encounter him, Mr. Xiao, it's best not to provoke him, and avoid him."

Shan Jian seemed fully aware of Xiao Mu's background and gave him a serious warning.

"I will be careful, thank you for the reminder!" replied Xiao Mu, his face looking peculiar. He wondered what Shan Jian would think if he knew about his conflict with Zhu Yansheng.

Xiao Mu realized that since Zhu Yansheng is part of the Energy Fruit Task, Ying Long must also be involved.

If they ran into each other during this task, it would undoubtedly result in a fight to the death.

Thinking about this, Xiao Mu frowned slightly.

Handling two mutated beings at the peak stage at once, he was not entirely confident about it.

Soon, Xiao Mu relaxed himself. With his Fire Dragon Vehicle up his sleeve, he could still make a strategic retreat even in defeat, there wasn't much to worry about.

Moreover, armed with the strength he had just acquired from the Great Decree and the Mountain and River Seal, he could hold his ground in a fight against Zhu Yansheng and Ying Long.

"Mr. Xiao, I hope we can join Zhou's Divine Wood together. Zhou has attained Dao as a tree. He sees everyone as equals, including humans. I am sure he will gladly welcome us," Shan Jian seized the opportunity to persuade passionately, anxious that Xiao Mu might refuse.

"Mr. Shan, your proposal is very appealing, I will consider it seriously."

Xiao Mu tactfully declined and didn't immediately consent.

Unless it was an absolute necessity, he didn't wish to be at the disposal of others, even if they harbored no hostility towards humans.

Not to mention, he also had a strong desire to compete for the opportunity of ascension.

"I hope Mr. Xiao would consider my proposition sincerely."

Shan appeared surprised, as he did not expect Xiao Mu would decline his proposal. His face dropped down in disappointment.

"I will seriously think it over."

Xiao Mu's expression was hinted with polite refusal, making his reluctance more evident.

"In that case, we won't disturb you any further, Mr. Xiao. We hope that you will think this over quickly, as time is of the essence."

Shan got up and motioned Yang Yu to leave.

Xiao Mu escorted them to the door and then closed it behind them.

Faintly, dissatisfied voices of Yang Yu could be heard from behind the door, "This man doesn't appreciate kindness, to think he rejected our invitation."

"Shan, I don't understand, why did you insist on inviting him?"

"Aligning ourselves with a human despised by the Beast Race, aren't we inviting trouble upon ourselves?"

Shan Jian responded, "You're underestimating him because you lack understanding."

"Despite being only at the late-stage realm, his strength is on par with the average peak existence. If we can persuade him to ally with us before joining Zhou's Divine Wood, our chances of success will increase by at least seventy percent."

"Really? That powerful?"

Apparently, Yang Yu seemed to be in disbelief.

"He could be even stronger."

With a sigh tinged with regret, Shan Jian continued, "Let's go, try persuading others. According to the information I have, apart from Xiao Mu, there are five other strong Mutated Beings in the late-stage realm, each matching up to the power of peak existence."

"If we can convince any one of them to ally with us on this mission to join Zhou's Divine Wood, our plan will be accomplished."

Hearing the two gradually receding, Xiao Mu shook his head slightly, returned to his room, and began to deliberate.

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