Chapter 461 - 216: Ape and Leopard Woman

’Could something have happened in the Wasteland?’

For weaker Races, the appearance of the Undead Race meant the threat of annihilation, so they were naturally terrified. But for the Strong Races from places like the Central Zone, the Undead Race was just another Race. The strength of their own Race allowed them to be less fearful of the Undead. They knew far, far more than other Races did.

In Li Ziyu’s Wasteland, there were no truly powerful beings. All the forces hostile to him were already intimidated before a single blow was struck. Not only did they not understand the Undead Race, but at first, they didn’t even know how to kill the Undead.

Strong Races from the Central Zone, like the Apes, were different. They had their heritage, and their racial history was well-preserved. They were extremely confident in their own combat strength; even when facing legendary Races, they wouldn’t be too afraid.

This point alone made them much stronger than the Races in Li Ziyu’s Wasteland.

It just goes to show how clever the Ape Race is. Don’t be fooled by how simple-minded these three guys looked; their simple appearance was just a facade. In reality, they were full of cunning and incredibly witty.

Now that they were sure this King of Skulls before them was also from the Wasteland, things became much simpler. The three Apes raised their heads, stared at Li Ziyu, and spoke in unison, "The territory of our Ape Race is vast. Is there anywhere we cannot go?"

Li Ziyu was slightly taken aback by the change in the three. ’Oh-ho, their demeanor suddenly changed. What have they figured out?’

Gangben Black Ridge took a step forward, gazing at Li Ziyu, and said in a deep voice, "Your Excellency must also be from the Wasteland. Since you know of my Ape Race, I hope you will not needlessly stir up trouble. Let my brothers and me leave, and we are willing to coexist peacefully with you."

Seated upon his throne, Li Ziyu watched Gangben Black Ridge, his expression turning cold. The Black Knights, who had been as motionless as statues, slowly turned to face Gangben Black Ridge. The atmosphere instantly grew tense.

The three Apes felt a chilling aura of death, and the hairs on their bodies stood on end. A cold shock shot up their spines and straight to the tops of their heads.

Gangben Black Ridge silently retracted the foot he had stepped forward with, returning to his original spot. Only then did the chilling sensation dissipate. Stealing a glance, he saw that those armored monsters had returned to their previous state and were no longer facing them.

PHEW... Gangben Black Ridge let out a breath. ’Damn, I almost thought I was a goner. He’s the boss of a whole Race, after all. Can’t push it. I’m too used to being arrogant; I need to rein it in.’

The Leopard Woman turned her head to look at the Black Knights, then at the three Apes, and finally, her gaze returned to the Human on the high platform. She pressed her lips together, saying nothing.

’You can tell just by looking at him that he’s used to being arrogant.’

From Gangben Black Ridge’s recent reaction, Li Ziyu knew what was going on. It was just as Batubohe had said: the Apes were a warlike bunch. Even if you didn’t cause trouble for them, they’d be scheming up ways to cause trouble for you. They’d get restless if they went a single day without a fight.

Li Ziyu had no intention of dealing with the three Apes, planning to let them stew for a while first. As for letting them go... ’What a joke. Just because they offered peaceful coexistence?’

’Could you really take an Ape’s talk of peaceful coexistence seriously? They’re notorious battle maniacs. Besides, to Apes, credibility is worth about as much as used toilet paper. They just say whatever comes to mind, and anyone who actually believes them is a fool. Unless a Soul Contract is signed, they can’t be trusted.’

Li Ziyu’s gaze shifted to the Leopard Woman, who had been quiet and obedient the entire time. ’Tsk, a beautiful girl, full of a wild sort of charm.’

’Most female feline Beastmen had impressive, S-curved figures and an athletic vibe. In his past life, they’d all be considered bombshells straight out of a gym.’

The Leopard Woman’s Armor was crude, leaving large patches of her skin exposed. She had healthy, wheat-colored skin and a pair of pointed ears on her head, a bit larger and longer than a Cat Girl’s. She possessed a slender waist, two defined V-cut lines on her abdomen, and a pair of long, well-proportioned, powerful legs. The sight of her was enough to bring to mind the fierce beauties of a wild frontier. A long leopard tail trailed behind her.

What caught Li Ziyu’s eye was not just the Leopard Woman’s beauty, but also her Armor. Though it was crude, the material was very special. It wasn’t metal, but a carapace. If he wasn’t mistaken, it had to be the carapace of a Void Creature.

Having dealt with a ladybug-like beetle before, Li Ziyu already understood how difficult Void Creatures were to handle. Yet this Leopard Woman was able to use the carapace of a Void Creature to make Armor. This meant she either had a powerful Tribe backing her, or her personal combat power was simply explosive. Otherwise, there was no way she could have killed a Void Creature.

Li Ziyu gestured toward the Leopard Woman with a nod and asked, "What’s your name?"

The Leopard Woman hesitated for a moment before slowly speaking. Her voice was a bit hoarse, as if she hadn’t spoken in a long time. "Guli Geli."

The three Apes glanced at Guli Geli. ’If it hadn’t been for this Leopard Woman, we wouldn’t have been captured.’

"Guli Geli, where are you from, and what Tribe do you belong to?" Li Ziyu asked, continuing his questioning.

Guli Geli fell silent. Her eyes swept over to the three Apes, only to see them prick up their ears, a malicious glint in their eyes.

The Apes had no intention of letting the Leopard Woman off the hook. Their meeting had been an accident, but since she was the reason they’d been captured, they would hold a grudge. If they ever found out which Tribe she belonged to, war would be inevitable. They would surely annihilate her Tribe, kill all the male Leopard People, and drag the remaining Leopard Women back to their own Tribe as spoils.

Li Ziyu raised an eyebrow. He waved his hand, and a Black Knight immediately stepped forward, gesturing for the three Apes to follow.