Chapter 64: The Beastman's Declaration

  The low-lying area of the basin. Due to the continuous heavy rainfall in recent days, under the impact of a large amount of rainwater, it has already gathered into a huge lake, covering not only the lush vegetation on the ground but also several tens of meters high giant trees that have been submerged by the water flow, and only a faint green tree crown can be seen, looking like a giant mushroom from afar.

  Near the lake, the ground was completely covered with thick moss, and the plants were gradually becoming shorter, but their leaves were large enough to accommodate several people underneath to avoid the rain. In this green ocean, vaguely visible, many beastmen had appeared. At a glance, there were tigers, leopards, wolves, apes, antelopes, horses, deer, and even some that still maintained their magical beast forms. Even some of the few that were originally natural enemies were standing together, whispering to each other in low voices. Of course, many more were rushing from all directions to attend this grand gathering specially held for the beastmen.

  The calm lake surface, like a piece of jade, suddenly appeared with ripples, and dozens of huge shadows emerged from the lake. With a loud splash, a large wave rolled up, like a giant fountain spraying water flowers densely in all directions. In an instant, Old Liu was soaked from head to toe. As for Nigul sitting next to Old Liu, as well as other beastmen, they didn't fare much better. However, although they were also drenched, not only did they not get angry, but they stood up one after another, bursting into cheers and looking extremely excited, just like the fans who saw their idols in Old Liu's previous life.

  After the shadows took shape, Old Liu finally saw clearly that it was a kind of water system magic beast called Giant Arrow, which looked like a turtle, with a pair of short and thin white horns on its head, able to skillfully control water elements, condensing into a powerful water dragon for attack. Moreover, this magic beast has a characteristic, their body shape will continue to surge with the growth of age, the larger the body shape, the stronger the strength. Every adult Giant Arrow Turtle is a mobile fortress turret, a tool for attacking and capturing cities, relying on its innate brute force, rampaging unscrupulously, even able to smash and destroy a large dam. This giant magic beast living in the Panbai water domain is also one of the few water system magic beasts that can confront the Deep Sea Overlord Sea King Beast head-on. Therefore, it was raised and enslaved by the Panbai Water Demon, and every time there was a war, it was thrown into the great war with the Western Sea Clan. However, this giant beast, which was originally very rare and had low fertility, could not withstand the torture of the Panbai Water Demon, and after more than a thousand years, it almost went to the brink of extinction. Now, only in the depths of the Jiaya Rainforest can a few survive.

  As soon as the giant tortoise appeared, it triggered a cheer from all the beastmen. They shouted in unison, using their greatest strength to call out, like a burst of thunder and a roaring sea tide, covering the sky and rolling in! In this chaotic shouting, a gigantic tortoise, comparable to a medium-sized passenger ship, slowly emerged, emitting a loud roar. On its back, there was an old man standing, leaning on a cane, wearing a multicolored coat? Old Liu rubbed his eyes, looked carefully, and found that the so-called old man was actually a standing old gibbon, with white eyebrows and whiskers covering most of his face, which made Old Liu mistakenly think it was an old man. Moreover, this gibbon's body was slightly hunched, one hand on its back, and the other holding a cane longer than its own body, looking extremely strange, somewhat similar to that in Disney's "The Lion King".

  "This is our sage, Lord Girigiri!" Nigell suddenly became extremely excited, as if he had been injected with chicken blood, and pulled Old Liu beside him, saying: "His wisdom is like the sun, illuminating all beastmen. When we were hungry, he taught us how to farm, planting food himself, getting food. When we were no longer used to running around, having no fixed abode, he gathered us together, teaching us how to build houses, using our own hands, building a village that only belongs to me! He is the one who taught us not to kill each other, but to help each other, because we are all beastmen. When enemies came, he led us in fighting against those higher demons, never leaving us behind. And led us time and again to defeat the higher demons' attacks aimed at annihilating our beastmen! He is our god! The leader of our Beastman Union!"

  "I didn't expect this unassuming gibbon to have such prestige among the beastmen, it's probably comparable to that of the leaders of those cult organizations. It seems that even if this old gibbon told these beastmen in front of him to line up and hang themselves one by one, they would still obediently do so without batting an eyelid. But the existence of such a race is truly terrifying! The cohesion and explosive power among them are probably unmatched even by the most elite human armies." Old Liu lowered his head, silently pondering, but for once, he closed his mouth, lost in thought.

  Only to see this langur slowly walking forward, looking around at the thousands of beasts gathered on all sides, suddenly raising its hand and holding the staff high above its head. The angry roar that came from all directions immediately subsided, in just a few seconds, it disappeared without a trace, turning into silence. Even the most normal breathing sounds seemed to be deliberately suppressed, slowed down.

  A faint smile of relief appeared on the face of the baboon, who nodded and said in a loud voice: "Seven years ago, we also gathered here to discuss the future of our beastmen. At that time, I remember many brothers came. There was Longli Shi Bazen, Leopard King Aruye, Knife Light Warrior Krike, and Furious Beast Sare. They were all famous warriors among our beastmen, with a brilliant past, respected by everyone." When he said this, the baboon paused, changed to a sad expression, and said painfully: "But today, we can no longer see them..."

  "Ah, what's going on? Where did they go?" Many of the beastmen who didn't understand the truth asked in confusion. Even more remained silent.

  "I also just found out about this news a few days ago. Lu Ge, tell everyone again what you know!" With a wave of his hand, the lake surface splashed and a water column rose up, suddenly revealing a fish-headed, human-bodied monster. This monster jumped down from the water column and landed steadily on the back of the giant arrow, its movements incredibly light. Its entire body was covered in a layer of coral-like growths, resembling thick heavy armor, and it had four arms, each holding a gigantic magical beast bone, like a huge hammer, long spear, sharp shield, and others, looking extremely terrifying, making one's hair stand on end.

  "Is it man-eating fish in Wilson River?"

  "Who is he? Do you know him?"

  "Lu Ge? I think I've heard Leopard Wang mention this name before."

  The fish-headed monster appeared, causing a stir among the beastmen, and even Nigell was surprised, saying: "Is it him? How did this guy come back?"

  "My identity, you don't need to know. Just understand that I am also a transformed beastman, one of your kind, and that's enough." The fish-man looked at Giruru silently for a moment, his voice hoarse as he spoke: "Two months ago, we were discovered by Birus' subordinates in a gathering place in Galan. They launched a surprise attack. Dragon Warrior Bazan, Leopard King Aruye, Swordlight Warrior Kurikku, and Beast Sare, these four brave warriors fought to cover the retreat of their brothers, engaging in an intense battle with Birus and his German giant beastmen. In the end, they all died at the hands of the enemy. Alongside them, our beastman leader on the Galan side, Lord Teta, also sacrificed himself."

  "What?!" All the beastmen let out a cry of shock, utterly stunned. This was followed by an angry roar: "Impossible! Lord Tetra is the Thunder Demon King, just one step away from becoming a semi-divine powerhouse. How could he possibly be killed!!"

  In the midst of skeptical voices, Fishman Lugo let out a sigh and suddenly took in a large breath, causing his chest to rapidly expand. His cheeks shook violently as he blew out a bubble from his mouth that was half the size of a human. The bubble seemed to contain countless images flashing by, but they were blurry like a TV with bad reception. After a few moments of flickering, the image stabilized on a massive beastman whose chest had been torn open, and a thick, blue arm had pierced through his torso. In the bloody palm of that hand was a still-beating heart! The beastman's fangs were bared, blood continuously spewing from his mouth as the light in his eyes faded away. Yet he still clutched at the arm with all his might and roared: "Although I may have died at your hands today, your schemes will not succeed! Our beastmen will never yield, never...

  "What a terrible lord! He's really been killed!" The beastmen stood up one after another, and looked at the fishman Ruguo in unison, shouting angrily: "Who is it? Who is it?"

  "Everyone, listen to me, calm down first." Giruru walked up quietly, tapping the giant arrow's tortoise shell with his cane, and pointed at the arm that pierced through Teta in the bubble, saying: "This arm, its owner is the ruler of Gaya Northern Rainforest, the Beast King Birusu."

  "Demigod-level super beast, have they finally made a move against us Beastmen!" Nigell clenched his fists, the muscles on his arms unconsciously bulging with rage as he said: "Can't hold back any longer, baring their fangs, are they? These damned bastards!"

  Half-god level? Things are more interesting than I thought. Old Liu's face changed, and he was somewhat moved to think of it.

  The old ape's face also rose with a hint of sadness, and he said solemnly: "Children, we beastmen have reached the point of life and death. Not only can't the semi-divine Beast King hold back, but he has taken action against us, and the Water Demon is also taking advantage of the situation to put pressure on us, sending a message asking us to merge with them and become their subordinates. Children, what do you say? Are you willing?"

  "Refuse!" Amidst the furious roar, countless beastmen who had suffered from the brutal treatment of the aquatic demons shouted in unison, releasing a thunderous bellow: "I'd rather die in battle than become a slave to those water worms!!!"

  "For over a thousand years, when will our suffering come to an end! Or perhaps those who view us as beasts and fear our growth and development do not want to give us an end, but instead try every means to exterminate us! For over a thousand years, we have been toyed with for over a thousand years, countless of our kin have died. Haven't they had enough?! How long do they want to oppress us?! Must we beastmen continue to endure and obey?! Since the Dragon in the Sky has abandoned us, and the higher demons don't acknowledge us, then we must rely on ourselves! Use our own hands to get what we want! We don't need the protection of the gods, the gods will be born among us! We also don't need others' recognition, we are who we are, beastmen! And we won't merge with the Water Wraiths just because of a little setback and struggle on in desperation! Children, we have not forgotten, for over a thousand years, the only thing that has accompanied our name is one word!" The gorilla stood up straight and suddenly roared: "That's right, beastmen! This is our pride!"

  "Orcs, we are orcs!!!" Thousands of orcs shouted in unison, roaring the name that belonged only to them. This name contained so much blood and tears, as well as glory and splendor. They could die heroically defending this name, just for the sake of defending their own dignity and honor.

  "I apologize to everyone here. Seven years ago, I said that I would cure some children's inability to transform into beasts. But until now, I have not found a solution. I am ashamed! I owe you all an apology!" Despite the furious roars around him, Girujiro's voice still clearly reached every beastman's ear: "This time, I've gathered you all back to take everyone back to the Pamba River. Back to the river that gave birth to us! Let's make a decision between us and the Pamba water demons! End this feud that has lasted for over a thousand years. We have no other way out, we can only choose this path! If we succeed, we will gain true freedom! I will take everyone away from this land, to a place without conflict. With our own hands, let's build a homeland that belongs only to us beastmen! A country that truly belongs to beastmen!"

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