Chapter 1272: Black Panther Clan Submits

The Black Panther leader did not immediately stop his rapid rotation. Instead, he coldly released a wave of mental energy. "I must admit your strength is formidable, but within the ultimate speed-sealing barrier I've unleashed, no one, no matter how powerful, can exhibit their true capabilities.

If you can emerge from this ultimate speed-sealing barrier I've woven without a scratch, I will pledge the Black Panther tribe's allegiance to you and promise never to oppose Queen Thalia."

Xu Yang heard exactly what he wanted, and a smile finally graced his face.

"It's a deal." As soon as he spoke, he unhesitatingly opened his Space-Time Treasure Box. In an instant, all the space-time laws in the surroundings froze.

The Black Panther, previously rotating at such high speed that his outline was imperceptible, now stood clearly before Xu Yang. Xu Yang then unhurriedly extended a hand and placed a white light in the center of the Black Panther leader's forehead, before striding out of the ultimate speed-sealed area.

When the surrounding space-time laws resumed their flow, the Black Panther leader was utterly bewildered. He simply couldn't fathom how Xu Yang had broken free from the speed-sealing barrier he had created.

"Don't look at me with such a surprised expression," Xu Yang said. "That white light in the center of your forehead is what I placed there, to ensure you keep your word. Now, everyone, take a look at his forehead."

After receiving affirmative nods from his tribesmen, the great Black Panther leader finally nodded reluctantly. He slowly turned back around, gazing at Xu Yang with a look that was both resigned and solemn.

"On behalf of the Black Panther tribe, I pledge our allegiance to you. Your strength far surpasses my limits. Although this act is a great personal humiliation for me,

for the future and destiny of the Black Panther tribe, I must endure this indignity. I understand that offending an entity of your power would bring unimaginable devastation upon our entire tribe."

Xu Yang burst out laughing. "A wise man knows when to adapt. You've done very well, and I am extremely satisfied. From this moment on, the Black Panther tribe belongs under my personal command.

As I just mentioned, our team has a permanent cooperative relationship with Queen Thalia. This essentially means that

all the tribes in this entire tropical jungle region are now subject to Queen Thalia's rule, just like the entire Gobi region, and will abide by her will."

Upon hearing Xu Yang's words, the Black Panther tribesmen exchanged glances and then all reluctantly nodded. After receiving the collective support of his people, the Black Panther leader finally approached Queen Thalia and bowed in submission to her.

"As the strongest in this jungle, I pledge to Queen Thalia that from this day forward, the entire jungle region will obey her commands. You shall be our faith. Should we break this oath, the Black Panther tribe shall perish beneath the vortex of the vow!"

Such a declaration was considered a highly unique method in this primal wilderness, resonating to some extent with the unique laws of nature governing the area.

Once such an oath descended, all members of the Black Panther tribe would forever be unable to defy this command; otherwise, they would instantly face the retribution of the Heavenly Dao's vortex power, leading to complete annihilation.

From beginning to end, Queen Thalia hadn't lifted a finger, yet she had become the new ruler of this tropical rainforest. "Did you see through my thoughts just now? Otherwise, why would you want me to become the queen of this domain?"

Thalia secretly transmitted a mental message to Xu Yang, who responded with an indulgent tone.

"All this way, I've noticed you constantly observing the tropical rainforest's environment, seemingly yearning for this place. And based on my judgment,

the reason for the Serpentmen's slow reactions has a great deal to do with the harsh climate of your Gobi region.

In the future, your entire tribe can migrate to this jungle region, which would help the Serpentmen tribe grow stronger more quickly."

Hearing Xu Yang's response, a look of happiness once again bloomed on Queen Thalia's face. She had to admit, this man was truly someone who could reach the deepest parts of her heart; she would likely never be able to shake her adoration for him throughout her life.

"You are now the sole leader of three out of the eight major tribes within the Tiger King's Domain. Before we reach the Tiger King's Domain, I intend to conquer the remaining two tribal forces in the necessary areas we must pass through.

Once those two major tribes are brought under your command, you will have enough leverage to contend with the Tiger King tribe. If we successfully secure a ruling position in the Ten Kings Domain in your name, we can undoubtedly approach the final plan more easily."

The Black Panther tribe, upon hearing Xu Yang's words to Thalia, felt a surge of curiosity about this "final plan." However, they understood that whatever Xu Yang and Thalia decided to do, they had no choice but to obey unconditionally, as their strength did not permit them to act recklessly.

"Excellent. Now, as your great Queen, I command the Black Panther tribe to send your strongest members to serve as our mounts and transport us to the jungle's border as quickly as possible. This will save us significant travel time."

The Black Panther leader agreed to Queen Thalia's request without hesitation, considering it an honor to assist her in completing the task.

It was evident that the Black Panther tribe, and indeed all tribes in this jungle region, had wholeheartedly submitted to Queen Thalia. Unbeknownst to them, the Serpentmen Queen's leadership and influence were rapidly expanding.

With the Black Panther tribe's assistance, Xu Yang's team traversed the entire jungle region in barely two hours, reaching the edge of a massive lake before them.

Had it not been for the Black Panther tribe's inability to swim and thus travel through water, Xu Yang and his group likely would have reached the entire Tiger King's Domain in even less time.

"Well done, you have successfully completed this mission. I will remember your contributions. Once the struggle for the Ten Kings Domain is over, you will all have the opportunity to be rewarded according to your merits."

As Queen Thalia finished speaking, the strongest members of the Black Panther tribe respectfully knelt on the ground, watching Xu Yang's team gradually depart. The admiration in the Black Panther leader's eyes was strikingly pure.

"It truly reflects the old saying: 'Thirty years in the east, thirty years in the west.' The Serpentmen tribe was once not considered a high-ranking entity among the eight major tribes.

Yet now, with the support of these mysterious human powerhouses, they can stand shoulder to shoulder with Lord Tiger King! It truly makes this old man envious."

Upon hearing this, several Black Panther tribesmen nearby, however, had a completely different thought.

"Chief, have you forgotten? That human powerhouse just said that soon, the entire power distribution of the Tiger King tribe's territory would experience a shake-up.

By that time, we, who have already submitted to Her Majesty Queen Thalia, will also possess sufficient strength. Perhaps the downfall of the Tiger King tribe will be a good thing for us."