Heaven Ape and Fox King Cyril had to use almost all their strength to escape. The power of Bear King Bran's self-detonation was something neither of them could withstand—they blasted hundreds of meters away in an instant.
Bear King Bran's self-destruction flattened the forest around them. Dust billowed everywhere, and the massive energy storm tore open a spatial rift in the air.
Countless clouds of dust were instantly sucked into the rift. The energy storm didn’t last long—after a few minutes, everything fell silent.
But at this moment, both Fox King Cyril and Heaven Ape looked absolutely miserable. Their clothes were nearly shredded to pieces, their backs covered in bloody marks. It was clear just how terrifying Bear King Bran's self-detonation was, and how far its shockwave had reached.
Neither of them had time to worry about their wounds. Right now, their biggest concern was Evan Chu's safety. But deep down, they both felt a sense of dread—under that kind of overwhelming self-destruction, even the two of them would be lucky to survive, let alone Evan, who was only at First-Layer Divine Martial Realm.
Fox King Cyril was worried about Evan Chu because the Nine-Tailed Spirit Fox was with him; the hope of the entire fox clan might vanish into thin air. As for Heaven Ape, his concern for Evan needed no explanation.
The two exchanged a glance. Fox King Cyril said, "Heaven Ape, it looks like his chances of surviving are slim. Sometimes, no matter how you plan, fate has the final say. I really don't get why, even after your warning, he still went to attack Bear King Bran—wasn't that just reckless beyond belief?"
"Fox King, watch your tongue. That boy is the reincarnation of my master. If he chose to do this, he must have his reasons. Sure, I don't believe he could survive that blast either, but he's not an ordinary person—so I can't help but believe he might just pull it off." Heaven Ape replied.
Fox King Cyril was left completely bewildered by Heaven Ape's words. He honestly couldn't see how a Divine Martial Realm cultivator could survive an attack strong enough to annihilate a Saint Martial powerhouse.
Heaven Ape ignored Fox King Cyril and rushed toward the spot where Evan Chu had charged Bear King Bran. He remembered that Evan had the heaven-defying Timewheel Bracelet—he must've used it just now, and was probably extremely weak now.
"Fox King, don't worry. I’ll keep my promise. But for now, Xiao Xiao will stay with me a while. Once you formally ally with the Western Beast King Hall, I’ll let you take her back to the fox clan," Evan Chu said.
With that, the Violet Thunder Fox emerged from Evan Chu. In a flash of violet light, she transformed into a beautiful young girl.
Fox King Cyril looked at the Violet Thunder Fox and said, "Since your big brother agreed to let you go to the fox clan, you won’t refuse, right?"
The Violet Thunder Fox smiled gently. "If Fox King truly has a way to quickly boost my strength, I won’t object."
In truth, she wanted to go—not because she wished to leave Evan Chu, but because staying by his side meant she didn’t know when she’d grow her ninth tail. That kind of endless waiting was torture.
To become Evan Chu’s woman, she had to grow nine tails and face heavenly tribulation to become truly human. Better to suffer briefly than endure endless pain—she was willing to try.
"Good! Just wait for my good news. Once I’ve made preparations, I’ll come to welcome the fox clan’s Saintess back—and then the Northern and Western Beast King Halls will be sworn brothers," Fox King Cyril said.
"Fox King, I don’t have much time. I need to return to the Azure Tide Ruins soon, so don’t keep me waiting," Evan Chu reminded.
"Don’t worry—within five days at most, I’ll come to the Western Hall. Then we’ll seize the Southern Beast King Hall together," Fox King Cyril promised.
"Xiao Xiao, congratulations on becoming the fox clan’s Saintess. I’m sure Fox King will do everything to help you grow!" Evan Chu said.
The Violet Thunder Fox smiled at Evan Chu. "No matter what I am, I’ll always be your little sister—and I’ll also become..."
Evan Chu understood what she meant, but quickly changed the subject: "Fox King, we’ll be heading out now. Take care!"
"Take care!" Fox King Cyril replied, glancing at the Violet Thunder Fox before turning and flying away.
"Old Ape, let’s go too. You’re pretty badly hurt—this trip to the Life-and-Death Grove was risky, but killing Bear King Bran and allying with Fox King Cyril made it all worthwhile," Evan Chu said with a smile.
The three of them flew straight toward the Western Beast King Hall. Evan Chu’s speed, even while carrying the Violet Thunder Fox, kept pace with Heaven Ape Tyren—leaving Heaven Ape shocked.
A day later, the trio arrived at the Western Beast King Hall. Selena, Claire Ouyang, and all the monster beasts greeted them, and everyone headed into the great hall together.
Heaven Ape Tyren sat at the head of the hall, smiling at everyone: "This trip to the Life-and-Death Grove brought us an incredible harvest—Bear King Bran is dead, Fox King Cyril agreed to our alliance, and now the Western Hall will truly rule the Monster Beast Forest. Today is a day to celebrate, so enjoy the feast!"
With Heaven Ape’s words, everyone was overcome with excitement. Laughter echoed throughout the grand hall...
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