A Dragon against the Whole World

Chapter 468: Chapter 346: Elder Purple Crystal Dragon, Galos’s Unease (2)

He asked, "Your Dragon Blood concentration is extremely high. In the previous generation of direct blood relatives, was there a true Purple Crystal Dragon?"

The Purple Crystal Lion King shook its head, a hint of confusion flashing in its eyes.

[I’m not sure]

It replied through Spiritual Energy.

It didn’t awaken its heritage at birth; rather, it suddenly became enlightened one day during its growth, naturally acquiring part of the Dragon Race knowledge.

From the time it could remember, it had only ever seen its mother, a strong and beautiful giant lion.

It grew up under the care and protection of the pride.

As for its father, or the existence that provided the other half of its powerful lineage, it didn’t know much.

"Ennos is now over three hundred years old."

"If the Purple Crystal Dragon that birthed it is still somewhere in the wild, then it’s likely a dragon over four hundred years old."

Thinking of this, Galos couldn’t help but feel a slight thrill in his heart.

Old age—this term typically means weakness, sluggishness, and the end for most living races, but for the privileged Dragon Race, it signifies deeper power accumulation, more terrifying magical prowess, more exquisite combat skills, and more cunning wisdom.

A Purple Crystal Dragon over four hundred years old would have a life level of at least level 20.

If it is an outstanding one among Purple Crystal Dragons, with exceptional talent and extraordinary encounters, it might even break through that difficult threshold, achieving an astonishing transformation in life level, reaching level 21 or even higher.

Realizing that there might be such a powerful and elderly kin lurking in this vast wilderness.

And its offspring, who had just been defeated and subdued by him, Galos inevitably felt a tinge of unease deep in his heart.

This wasn’t fear but an instinctive caution against a potentially unknown powerful existence.

However, he immediately thought that Purple Crystal Dragons generally belong to the absolutely neutral camp.

Unlike the Five-Colored Dragons who love to commit evil and spread fear; or the Metal Dragons who are passionate about punishing evildoers and upholding the order of justice.

The Purple Crystal Dragon, being the head of the Gemstone Dragons, tends to be independent and aloof from worldly affairs.

They often choose to build nests in secluded places, or even outside the Material Realm, quietly observing the changes of time and the rise and fall of civilizations, maintaining a detached attitude towards worldly developments, rarely actively participating in any form of mundane conflicts.

Of course, variations exist among individual Dragons.

But overall, neutral Purple Crystal Dragons are certainly easier to deal with than evil Dragons; in some respect, they are even easier to engage with practically than some stubborn Metal Dragons.

"Actually, there’s no need to worry excessively."

"Being overly concerned about distant, uncertain possibilities is not foresight, but engaging in a futile mental battle, wasting energy on idle thoughts."

Galos slowly exhaled, calming his mind, and his gaze regained its calmness and sharpness.

"I understand your ambition, and I know about your past dreams."

The massive and heavy head of the Red Iron Dragon slightly turned, its gaze falling on the Purple Crystal Lion King: "I know that you are choosing to yield out of necessity at this moment."

"But I can tell you."

"By following under my Dragon Wings, the probability of realizing that blueprint in your heart will only become higher, not lower."

His voice was calm and deep, yet it carried an undeniably persuasive strength.

If Charm value could be visualized, then this stat of Galos would undoubtedly reach a remarkably high level, not inferior to his physical value.

"Ennos, you are still the governor of this land."

"The pride under your command will still be led and dispatched by you thereafter; the Molten Iron Tribe requires loyal Warriors and Lords, not soulless slaves."

Upon hearing this, the previously dim gaze of the Purple Crystal Lion King suddenly brightened, and the spirit of the whole lion was noticeably revitalized.

[Really?!]

It let out a low roar mixed with surprise and disbelief.

"The Molten Iron Tribe is adept at allowing each follower to maximize their value, occupying the most suitable position, and you are the most suitable choice for guarding and governing this plain."

Galos said, "As long as some necessary preconditions are met, maintaining loyalty and duty."

"Whether you want to gradually develop this area into a prosperous land with order and civilization or let it continue with its original barbaric style, is your freedom, I will not interfere excessively."

"I only look at the results—prosperity, flourishing, and the readily deployable Warriors and resources."

On the other side.

Upon hearing the conversation between the Red Iron Dragon and the Purple Crystal Lion King, Iron Dragon Solrog’s gaze subtly shifted, listening attentively without showing it.

"First, you will continue as the Lord of this place, enjoying governance rights and most autonomy, but you must no longer use the title of King, as this land has only one King."

"Second, the tribe will send a certain number of elite Molten Iron Warriors as needed, led by reliable chiefs, to be stationed at the key passes, resource nodes, and near your lair."

"They are responsible for joint defense, overseeing resource movement, and maintaining the tribe’s basic order here. You must cooperate with them, not obstruct."

"Third, the pride must be integrated into the tribe’s military system, regularly sending qualified Warriors, and accepting the tribe’s conscription..."

Galos presented several conditions, which weren’t exactly lenient but were not harsh either, and kept much of Ennos’ autonomy.

After giving it some thought, the Purple Crystal Giant Lion gladly accepted.