One person: Starting with the Rumble-Rumble Fruit, his grandmaster uncle emerges from seclusion.

"However, to avoid unnecessary trouble, please ask this upside-down gentleman to stay outside."

Upon hearing this, Guna and Garcia's expressions finally softened.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Chulan was overjoyed, thinking to himself:

Good grief, so VIP tickets can bring family members? All that frustration earlier was for nothing!

Zhang Tianyi glanced back at the upside-down figure and casually said:

"Did you hear that? The master has spoken."

"You can find a cool place to squat around here, and while you're at it, keep an eye on this sedan chair for us. If it gets stolen, we'll hold you responsible."

"Alright! You all can go without worry! I'll keep a close eye on things for you!"

Hanging upside down, he patted his chest and made a promise, his face full of "grievance and resentment" at being left behind.

He even gave a fake sigh.

But in reality, his lowered eyes were filled with barely suppressed ecstasy!

Go in?

What are we going in for?

Are you going in to be stared at by this group of fanatical fans of the sacred tree?

What he needs most right now is some private time alone!

……

They left him hanging upside down outside the door, eating dirt.

Zhang Tianyi, leading a group of younger members, swaggered into the city of Nasen.

The moment I stepped inside, the atmosphere changed drastically.

Outside, it was clearly a humid and sweltering tropical jungle.

The interior of the royal city was like a giant central air conditioner, cool and comfortable.

Towering, massive stone pillars support the dome.

The walls are carved with intricate reliefs of ancient Greek mythology.

What's most surprising is that there isn't a single modern incandescent light bulb or torch here.

Hundreds and thousands of magical runes emitting a soft white light floated on the dome and pillars of the entire hall.

That was Alfonso's masterpiece!

He used the magic of light as a fully automatic shadowless lamp, illuminating the ancient royal city in a magnificent and resplendent manner.

"My goodness..."

Zhang Chulan walked on the spotless floor, his eyes almost turning into the shape of a "¥".

He approached a pillar that required three people to hug, and tapped it on the pillar as if he were buying a watermelon.

"Old Wang, Old Qing, come and touch it!"

Zhang Chulan lowered his voice, rubbing his hands together excitedly:

"What material is this? Is it gold? It looks worth a fortune!"

If you were to cut off a piece of that and bring it back to Panjiayuan, you'd have to buy a whole house!

As he spoke, Zhang Chulan even started to pry off a piece.

Wang Ye rolled his eyes and quickly moved two steps to the side, giving him an expression that said, "I don't know this guy."

"Old Zhang, can you please stop drooling? We're here as guests representing the company, not as bandits!"

Zhuge Qing, however, remained elegant, surveying the magical patterns on the walls:

"While the architectural style is rugged, the arrangement of light and shadow is indeed ingenious. It's just that the interior design has a somewhat nouveau riche feel to it."

"Zhang Chulan, stop being so stingy."

Feng Baobao squatted under the pillar and said in a serious tone:

"This isn't made of gold, it's made of stone."

"Really? I don't believe it!"

"It's clearly glowing with golden light!"

Listening to this group's cross-server chat, Alfonso, who was leading the way, was speechless.

His holy light magic, which he was so proud of, was seen by these Chinese as nothing more than a means of illumination.

……

In the reception room deep within the royal city.

The decor here isn't extravagant; instead, it's quite tranquil.

A huge, long stone table, covered with soft animal hides.

Zhang Tianyi didn't stand on ceremony and immediately chose the most spacious seat in the main room, where she comfortably slumped down.

His two legs were naturally placed on a stone block in front of him.

King Nathan sat opposite him and personally picked up an antique-looking pottery jar.

I poured Zhang Tianyi a cup of tea that smelled of kiwi.

"Conditions on the island are simple; the only tea we have is made from these spiritual fruits. I hope you won't find it offensive."

King Nathan pushed the teacup over.

"It's alright, better than drinking seawater."

Zhang Tianyi picked up the cup and took a sip. It was sweet and sour, and the taste was surprisingly good.

He put down his cup, looked at the young king opposite him, and spoke casually:

"Young lady, you've had the tea. Why are you being so attentive? Tell me, what are you planning to do, going all this way to invite me into the capital and giving us kids the green light?"

King Nathan, upon hearing these blunt words, did not beat around the bush.

She straightened her back, looked directly at Zhang Tianyi, and her tone became very serious:

"Real man, Nathan Island is facing an unprecedented life-or-death crisis."

"Behemoth's forces have already amassed troops in the sea. Their target is the Nathan Tree!"

King Nathan's gaze was resolute:

"The sacred tree is the foundation of Nathan Island and the faith of all our islanders."

We will protect the sacred tree to the death and will never allow those greedy people to lay a finger on it!

At this point, King Nathan bowed slightly, adopting a very humble posture.

She finally revealed her true purpose in trying to win them over:

"But Behemoth has come prepared this time, well-equipped and with many skilled fighters. We are afraid that we will not be able to withstand him alone."

"Master, your strength is unparalleled, and you are not bound by worldly rules. I implore you... to lend a helping hand to Nathan Island!"

"As long as you are willing to help, you can use any of Nathan Island's resources!"

These words were spoken with such reason and emotion, and they even included a promise of generous rewards.

Nathan, standing beside him, also held his breath, staring nervously at Zhang Tianyi.

however.

After listening to King Nathan's impassioned speech...

Zhang Tianyi quickly started calculating in his mind.

"Help me fight Behemoth?"

Zhang Tianyi was having some doubts.

"That won't do!"

"I just received tribute from Behemoth!"

"They not only gave it to me readily, but also kept saying that there were even bigger gifts to come."

"You took their money and then turned around and helped them beat them up?"

Zhang Tianyi pursed his lips.

"What kind of person would I be then? If this gets back to the supernatural community in China, wouldn't my reputation for integrity and keeping my word be greatly tarnished?"

"No, no, I'm a man of professional ethics. This matter needs to be considered carefully."

But looking at King Nathan before me, I'm sure his royal city is hiding many treasures.

"Only children make choices; adults naturally want to have it both ways!"

Zhang Tianyi made up his mind instantly.

He coughed lightly twice, sat up straight, and adopted a serious, elder-like expression.

“King Nathan.”

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Zhang Tianyi picked up the teacup and gently blew on the steam rising from it.

"I admire your determination to protect the sacred tree. This spirit of sacrificing your lives for your homeland truly deserves praise."

"But..."

Zhang Tianyi abruptly changed the subject, sighed, and adopted the demeanor of "I am a pacifist":

"I'm here purely for a vacation, and I'd also like to broaden the horizons of the younger generation."

"It's not right for an outsider like me to interfere in the internal and foreign affairs of your island."

"Furthermore, we Chinese value harmony above all else. Fighting and killing only damage our peace and harmony."