Published: March 12, 2025
Chapter 640: Attitude
After Alexis gathered his clan members, he explained the situation to them. The sea dragon clan proved to be true descendants of the dragon clan, as no one among them, be they elder or woman, flinched. Everyone was willing to stand together with their kin, preferring death over becoming slaves.
Zhao Hai had been observing the sea dragon clan's reactions in the spatial realm these past two days, and he couldn't help but smile. He was growing increasingly fond of the sea dragon clan.
Seeing that the sea dragon clan had all arrived, Zhao Hai knew it was time for him to make his appearance. He didn't use spatial magic this time; instead, he brought Laura and the others and rode the blade scale whale to the Dragon Palace.
Now, everywhere around the Dragon Palace were sea dragon clan members and those from the sub-dragon clan. It was no wonder the dragon clan was known for their strength; among the sub-dragon clan, there were all sorts of characters—children born of the dragon clan and their sub-dragon kin. Although they didn't possess the formidable power of the dragon clan, their strength was not to be underestimated, representing considerable combat prowess.
The sub-dragon clan members were also on guard around the Dragon Palace, eyeing Zhao Hai with unfriendly looks. They were absolutely loyal to the dragon clan. While they might not be considered true dragon clan members, they shared dragon blood, and many of their fathers were actual dragon clan members. How could they betray their own?
Even though the sub-dragon clan held a low status within the sea dragon clan, they represented the dragon clan in the eyes of outside tribes. No one dared to provoke them. Generally, when the sea dragon clan faced problems, it was the sub-dragon clan that stepped forward to provide solutions. Thus, their relationship was one of mutual dependence. Although many of the current sub-dragon clan members were born from the union of sub-dragon clan with other sub-dragon clan members, they remained bound to the dragon clan.
The dragon clan valued promises. When they said they would surrender to Zhao Hai, they meant it. However, if Zhao Hai treated them like slaves, even the dragon clan members would fight to the death.
Hence, the sub-dragon clan members held some hostility towards Zhao Hai, eager to understand how he would treat them.
The blade scale whale arrived at the Dragon Palace, but there was no water inside, so Zhao Hai halted the whale outside before taking Laura and the others into the palace. Upon entering, he noticed several sea dragon clan members waiting for him, all of whom looked at Zhao Hai with unfriendly expressions.
Zhao Hai smiled slightly, showing no arrogance. Instead, he bowed slightly to the sea dragon clan members and said, “Please inform the clan leader that Zhao Hai Budah seeks an audience with the sea dragon clan leader.”
The sea dragon clan members were momentarily taken aback by Zhao Hai's attitude. However, their expressions softened greatly, and one of them bowed in return, saying, “Sir, we have come at the clan leader's command to welcome you.”
Zhao Hai smiled and said, “Then I will trouble you, please lead the way.” He followed the sea dragon clan members into the grand hall. Zhao Hai's demeanor did not go unnoticed by the sea dragon clan and sub-dragon clan members outside; they were witnessing a subtle change in their attitudes towards him.
Alexis had already told them just how strong Zhao Hai was. If it hadn't been for Zhao Hai's previous atrocious demeanor, Alexis wouldn't have worried about potential humiliation. Now, Zhao Hai's attitude was entirely different from before, leaving the sea dragon clan and sub-dragon clan members greatly surprised.
Ignoring their reactions, Zhao Hai followed the sea dragon clan members into the main hall. The coral reef was truly massive. After multiple renovations by the sea dragon clan, the Dragon Palace was filled with numerous palaces, comparable to any royal palace in the world and possibly even more beautiful, adorned with pearls and crystals.