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Looking at Monkey Two, whose mind was full of muscles, Eagle Soar finally couldn't hold back anymore.

He sprayed it with water, and sighed inwardly, thinking how pitiful this big monkey was, having to take care of such a young brother.

"Judging from where you met before, I believe this human squad is from Outpost 1." Eagle Soar composed himself and continued his analysis.

"Judging from the defense zone that Outpost No. 1 is responsible for on the map, the fastest and most convenient routes for them to return to Outpost No. 1 are only these two."

At this moment, as Ying Xiang's finger swept across the map, two red lines were marked with demonic energy.

One of the paths runs along a north-south mountain range. Although the surrounding Ten Thousand Demon Forest is relatively flat, the journey is longer. This is the same forest where the 13th Squad fought with Monkey Two and Monkey Three.

The other route goes directly through a hilly area, which is much shorter, but the terrain is more complex.

"However, they most likely won't return the way they came." As Ying Xiang spoke, he casually waved his hand, and one of the red lines disappeared.

Only the red line that cuts through the hills remains, flashing a blinding red light that stands out starkly on the map.

"That road is too conspicuous, and although they might not guess that we're lying in ambush, they'll definitely realize that the tiger will lead the pursuit."

"Therefore, they would definitely choose this route with its complex terrain, which would make it easier to hide and is also shorter."

Listening to Eagle's assessment, Monkey Two didn't say much. In fact, it was very clear in its heart that it was only good at fighting, and not good at strategic things.

This is why the old monkey and the big monkey always tell him to use his brain more and his brute force less.

However, his childhood environment and his sensitive self-esteem led him further and further down the path of rebellion.

"However, I will still send a few eaglets to patrol the other road."

After a pause, Yingxiang continued explaining his arrangements.

"In the Forest of Ten Thousand Demons, they dare not travel by flying. Flying in the sky is equivalent to telling all the demons, 'We are here.' That way, no matter which path they choose to take, we can block them."

Having listened to this for so long, Monkey Two nodded, but he didn't have anything to say about the statement.

After a brief silence in the cave, Eagle Soar, seeing that Monkey Two had no questions, began to address other issues.

"Now that these things are settled, let's talk about the distribution of spoils. I've read so many stories about humans, and too many betrayals and conflicts occur during the distribution of spoils."

Hearing this, Monkey Two thought to himself, "No wonder he likes to learn from humans; he can even spout some nonsense about this."

Ignoring Monkey Two's inner thoughts, Eagle Soar continued speaking.

"We'll split it 70/30."

Hearing this, Monkey Two didn't react for a moment. "You're three and I'm seven? There's no need for that. I'm the one who came to find you..."

Before Monkey Two could finish speaking, Eagle Soar interrupted him.

"You're still dreaming, aren't you? I've put in so much effort, and you're just asking for trouble... "

Bang!

Monkey Two smashed the armrest of the chair with one palm, stood up, and pointed at Eagle Soaring.

"I even felt you weren't asking for enough; turns out you're this greedy. I provided the intelligence; if I hadn't told you, what would you know?"

Seeing Monkey Two suddenly erupt in anger, Eagle Soar spoke up to calm him down.

"Look, why are you in such a hurry? We can talk, right? It's 60/40, I get 60% and you get 40%."

"Eagle, I don't see any sincerity from you at all. I only came to you because you seem reliable. I'm going to find someone else."

Seeing that Monkey Two wouldn't budge an inch, and considering its explosive temper, Eagle Soar hesitated for a moment, then took another step back.

"Then we'll split it fifty-fifty, but that human array master has to be mine." Seeing that Monkey Two still wanted to interrupt, Eagle Soar didn't give him a chance to speak and continued.

"Don't forget, all the planning and execution, as well as the patrolling demons, were all my doing. You provided no help other than a piece of intelligence and yourself."

Monkey Two had already been somewhat persuaded by Eagle Soaring, but Eagle Soaring continued to provoke him from another angle.

"This is my bottom line. If you don't feel it's acceptable, then leave and find someone else who can accept your conditions."

As he spoke, Yingxiang made room for Monkey Two, indicating that he could find other monsters to join forces with.

Sure enough, upon seeing Ying Xiang's actions, Monkey Two began to deduce, "The human team has already obtained the corpses of two demonic beasts, so they must be returning to the outpost as soon as possible. It won't be enough time for me to find other demonic beasts."

Monkey Two gritted his teeth. No matter what, he had to wipe out this human team first to avenge Monkey Three and give himself an explanation.

"Deal!" Monkey Two nodded. "So, when do we make our move?"

"We'll set off tomorrow morning," Eagle Soar said. "I've already sent out some lesser demons to patrol the areas where they might be hiding."

"We'll launch a surprise attack at dawn tomorrow, when their vigilance is at its lowest."

"Great!" Upon hearing this, Monkey Two excitedly scratched his ears and cheeks.

"Go and cultivate and recuperate, I'll go for a walk."

The conversation came to an end, and the cave returned to silence, with only water dripping from one side of the cave, making a "drip-drip" sound.

Eagle Soaring did not stay in the cave, but strolled to the cave entrance, gently spreading its huge wings behind it, feeling the breeze blowing in from the cave entrance.

Standing alone at the cave entrance, Ying Xiang gazed at the distant Forest of Ten Thousand Demons, a cold glint occasionally flashing in his golden eyes. Although it was very dark that night, the eagle's innate eyesight allowed him to see clearly for miles around.

The mountain wind, carrying with it various scents from the Ten Thousand Demon Forest, poured into the cave: damp earth, rotting leaves, and the stench of blood.

The reason Eagle Soaring laid so much groundwork was for the final human array master.

More than a decade ago, on a battlefield in the northern frontier, Eagle Soar's squad was wiped out by a human array master. That great array master only set up one array, which trapped them all, and then strangled them one by one.

Although Yingxiang managed to escape by sheer luck, he was left with a permanent scar on his back.

From that time on, he paid special "attention" to human array masters.

Because of the scarcity of array masters, he couldn't possibly recklessly launch a surprise attack on a human outpost and risk his life.

So, he only got the chance now.

The recollection ended there. Eagle Soar surveyed the Myriad Demon Forest below while pondering the specific plan for tomorrow.

In the forest not far from the mountain, a black-scaled snake, using the bushes as cover, stealthily approached a rock rat that was munching on wild fruit on the ground.

On a branch behind the black-scaled snake, an owl slowly turned its head, its amber eyes fixed on the snake and rat below.

The interplay of roles—hunting and being caught, prey and hunter—repeatedly unfolds in this forest of ten thousand demons.

It could even be said to be an eternal theme in this world.

"Ugh!"

A soft sigh mingled with the mountain breeze, drifting through the air before being swallowed up by the hustle and bustle of the night.

After standing at the cave entrance for a while, Yingxiang spread its wings, gave a gentle shake, and flew out of the cave, disappearing into the night in the blink of an eye.