These local demon beasts, over time, came to understand.
"What I want, we can discuss."
Chen Fan smiled faintly, "Later I will use the Beast Taming Technique to control you, you only need to agree."
He preferred achieving his goals through words, as it was hassle-free, and he was quite confident.
Of course, if the other party remained stubborn, he could only use force.
There were only three Flying Centipedes, each about fifteen to sixteen meters long, losing one would be a real pity.
"What! Beast Taming Technique!"
The Flying Centipede’s eyes showed human-like fear.
It looked at its companions around.
No wonder they attacked it desperately, because if they didn’t, they would be the ones to die.
"Despicable outsider!"
It shouted angrily, "You want to control me, turn me into one of them? I’m telling you, in your dreams! I’d rather die than submit to you. If you have the guts, fight me fair and square!"
"Do you really think that in your current state, it would take much effort for me to kill you?"
Chen Fan sneered, "Look at your companions, one of them has similar strength to you, but what was the result? Killing you would be as easy as flipping my palm."
The Flying Centipede fell silent after hearing this.
Regret filled its heart.
Clearly, the other side came prepared.
The other person deliberately attracted its attention.
Yet, looking back, if it had chased the other person, would it now be one of the controlled companions?
Seeing this, Chen Fan knew it was the right moment for a crucial move, "Actually, you and your companions should feel lucky it’s me. If it were someone else, after defeating you, they would have killed you and disassembled your bodies to forge weapons and armor,
I merely controlled them and didn’t resort to lethal means. More importantly, you attacked first, Elder Wang and I only defended passively."
"That’s bullshit!"
Chen Fan didn’t expect this Flying Centipede to be quite intelligent and not easily deceived.
"Despicable scum!"
It raged, "You think I don’t know why you’re here? The person next to you stole our things earlier, we haven’t settled that yet. Not long after, he brought you along. You covet the Treasure Medicine in our territory, right?"
"Hum, despicable beings. I knew your true faces all along. Trying to use tricks on me won’t work! If you have the guts, give me a clean death! Don’t think about using the Beast Taming Technique on me, I’ll never submit to you even in death."
Chen Fan rubbed his forehead, knowing persuading this fellow wouldn’t be easy.
Thankfully, he had plan B.
If that failed, he would act himself.
"You’re right, I am indeed after the Treasure Medicine. But controlling them was a last resort. I believe you don’t want them to die either?"
"What do you want to do!"
The Flying Centipede panicked, seeming to realize something.
"Exactly."
Chen Fan smiled, "Their lives are in my hands. If you don’t want to watch them die right before your eyes, you’d best cooperate with me."
"You!"
The Flying Centipede wished it could tear the person in front of it apart.
Despicable!
Absolutely despicable!
It had dealt with many people before, some with unimaginable power capable of crushing it with a single finger. But never had it seen someone as despicable as this.
He was using its companions’ lives to threaten it.
Indeed, the outside world was full of danger, and those living outside were sinister and deceitful.
Chen Fan was unfazed.
Being called a despicable outsider, he had gotten used to it.
"Actually, cooperating with me isn’t a bad deal." Chen Fan smiled, "The demon beasts here are limited. With only Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures, you’re likely struggling to feed yourselves. Cooperate with me, and I can ensure you eat to your heart’s content."
Its eyes widened upon hearing this.
"You, are you serious?"
"Of course."
Chen Fan casually replied.
After all, when bringing these fellows out, they could be used to handle those burrowing Fierce Beasts. What else could be done? Let them devour them.
So this fellow in front was a glutton?
"How can I know if you’re telling the truth or lying?"
It retreated slightly.
"Maybe you’re just trying to control me, making up lies."
"No problem."
Chen Fan didn’t mind, "I’ve said everything that needs to be said. If you still refuse to cooperate, I will have to act, just like with your companions who surrendered after I defeated them."
Seeing Chen Fan’s seemingly amused expression, the Flying Centipede shivered.
It had witnessed Chen Fan’s methods.
After hesitating for a moment, it finally made a decision, "Fine, I’ll agree to be controlled, but you must promise not to harm my companions and provide sufficient food as you said."
Its tone sounded a bit humble.
There weren’t that many demon beasts in the Secret Realm.
After all, those who survived were tough. Their Flying Centipede clan lived on the outskirts of the back mountain, indicating their low status.
Usually, they fed on Heaven and Earth Primordial Qi and Treasure Medicine, occasionally catching one or two low-level demon beasts for a taste.
Their mouths were dull.
When Elder Wang and Chen Fan appeared, their main goal was to drive away the intruders and also taste flesh. Although those two were smaller than a single eye of theirs, even ants are meat, right?
The result? They failed. Not only did they fail, many of their kin were controlled by the other side, leaving it alone, unable to escape or defeat them.
It could only surrender.
Though shameful, it wasn’t bad to eat well.
"Of course."
Chen Fan agreed without hesitation, "A gentleman’s word is his bond."
The Flying Centipede’s eyes twitched.
It felt these words coming from a despicable outsider were too hard to believe.
In the next moment, Chen Fan performed the Beast Taming Technique and imprinted it on the other’s Divine Soul.
In his mind, a new consciousness emerged.
Unlike the other Flying Centipedes, this one wasn’t full of fear but rather reluctance, disdain, and desire.
"A lot on its mind."
Chen Fan muttered.
"Is it done?"
Elder Wang noticed the change in the Flying Centipede’s eyes and asked.
"Yes."
Chen Fan nodded.
Simultaneously, several Flying Centipedes surrounded the new one, expressing guilt.
They were forced to attack earlier.
Fortunately, now they were all controlled, achieving a sort of reunion.
"What about the promised food?" The Flying Centipede transmitted a message.
They were all injured. A large amount of flesh would speed up their recovery.
If they stayed to absorb Heaven and Earth Primordial Qi, they could recover, but much slower and riskier.
Other territorial demon beasts wouldn’t sit idly by if they found them weak.
"In a rush, are you?"
Chen Fan glanced at it, "You’re right. I’m here for the Treasure Medicine. There must be plenty of Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures in your territory. Take me there, and once I have the Treasure Medicine, I’ll let you eat your fill."
All his efforts were for the Treasure Medicine.
It was finally time to reap the rewards.