"Companion Venomous Creature?"

The mood in the Beast Palace had taken a sharp turn for the better.

But the moment I uttered those words, it felt like I had dropped a stone into a still pond, sending ripples of shock through the entire palace.

The Beast Palace Lord and the elders exchanged expressions of astonishment and admiration, their heads nodding as they spoke.

"A venomous creature that stays with you for life? Even here in the Beast Palace, where we cherish our beasts, no one has ever used the word 'companion'... And yet, a Central Plains man—"

"Such an incredible mindset, isn’t it? I’d like our disciples to learn from this. Lately, some of them have been treating beasts as mere servants, which has been troubling. How did someone like him end up with the Tang Clan…?"

"They say he’s a son-in-law of the Tang Clan. A real shame—he’d fit in perfectly here in the Beast Palace."

"They said Black Wolf had been collared by a woman, and I thought it was some bizarre act, but if the collar was held by both a master and a companion, does that mean they’re both each other’s master? Such a deep meaning!"@@novelbin@@

'No, sir, that last one is a misunderstanding.'

There seemed to be a few misinterpretations floating around, but in the end, the outcome was favorable.

By proving my deep appreciation for venomous creatures, I had won the hearts of these beast enthusiasts—they now saw me as one of their own.

Reptiles and insects were my specialty, but since they fell under the larger category of animals, it made sense.

'Oh? You’re in the venomous creature fandom too, brother? If you’re in, you’re in. Same category, after all.'

It was almost as if I could hear their inner thoughts.

And perhaps because I had proven myself to be one of their kind, the palace lord made a decision quicker than I expected.

He must have realized that my suggestion—to avoid unnecessary conflict by temporarily retreating—was the most rational course of action. There was no need for them to die or be injured for nothing.

"If a young hero who refers to his creatures as companions speaks, then one can only imagine the depth of his care for them. And if his advice stems from that care, then it’s clear he has considered what is best for us. I have made my decision.

Did you say the demon beasts would move at dawn? Even if we could wipe them out, it would still be unnecessary damage.

Buildings can be rebuilt, but neither people nor beasts can be replaced.

Summon everyone in the palace to gather in front of the Beast Palace Lord’s Hall! We will prepare for evacuation!"

Even the elders who had initially voiced opposition nodded in agreement.

The woman who had been the most vocal critic even sent me a telepathic message.

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