Apocalypse Gachapon - Chapter 1918: Changxu Water Race's crazy choice (2)

“My clansmen and I can all pledge allegiance to you as our master.”

Just this one sentence made Ye Zhongming’s heart race wildly.

No matter how outstanding Ye Zhongming was on the Novice battlefield before, he was ultimately just a newcomer who had just emerged from Earth.

Not counting those in human history who entered outer space, boarded space stations, and the moon, he was among the first batch to truly set foot in the universe.

Such a person, before the cosmic races who had survived for who knows how many years in space, really wasn’t much.

Perhaps one day Ye Zhongming would have the confidence to place himself and Earth’s humanity at the top of the cosmic races, but he could not deny his and humanity’s current low status here.

From strength to influence, humanity was in a state of being crushed.

But at this moment, a race from the cosmic races suddenly wanted to become his subordinates; how could it not tempt him?

It was like an ordinary person with no strength to tie up a chicken facing a martial arts master who suddenly bowed in submission. Initially, there would definitely be excitement and temptation.

But soon, Ye Zhongming calmed down.

The more tempting something was, the greater the price to be paid for it.

Sure enough, before Ye Zhongming could speak, He took the initiative and said, “But you must first agree to a few things for me.”

Ye Zhongming gestured with his hand, indicating for her to speak.

This was more normal! The Cloud Peak King now felt relieved about a trace of wariness he had towards He.

“Our Changxu Water Race wants to become a key part of this plan. Naturally, we also want to obtain the corresponding benefits after the periodic success of the plan.”

Contrasting with the condition was the final great success of the plan. However, because this plan was too special and too rough, it was conceived temporarily based on a notion in Ji Ruiguang’s mind during the Novice battlefield state; it was still very rough and broad so far. In the future, many, many details would definitely be filled in.

If they waited until this plan matured and was realized, the time would be very, very long. The Changxu Water Race probably couldn’t persist until then.

Ye Zhongming figured this out, so he understood the request He made. He immediately agreed.

“I hope you can use the rewards and points from this time to help us exchange for a place to settle down and make a living.”

Huh? Ye Zhongming was somewhat confused. What did this mean?

He brushed her hair aside, her face carrying a bit of sadness. “Races that are doing well basically own one or even many cities on the seven Survivor Fortresses. Those super major clans even own several city clusters. And the least well-off also have a place of their own to reside.”

Ye Zhongming nodded. He had seen the Star-Eye Clan’s territory. Although they could only live underground, and it was referred to as a castle or something, it was actually a city with a considerable area.

“Our Changxu Water Race, since losing Changxu City many cosmic years ago, can now only repeatedly rent places to live on the smallest three Survivor Fortresses. As for why we don’t even have fixed rented places… rent is also one of the means some people use to force our obedience.”

Ye Zhongming listened quietly, and He also spoke quietly.

“The clan is getting weaker and weaker, which has a lot to do with having no industry or even a place to settle down. I hope you can help us resolve this issue first. The place doesn’t need to be too big, as long as it belongs to us. My clansmen and I are truly tired of the wanderer life. We also hope that any clansmen fortunate enough to escape control in the future will have a clear destination and won’t be as lost as they are now, like rootless duckweed.”

Buying land and property… Ye Zhongming pinched his chin.

In any case, this was actually something that required huge capital. Although He only mentioned buying land and didn’t ask Ye Zhongming to help with property, probably in a place with a super large population but only seven Survivor Fortresses as living space, even if not every inch was gold, it definitely wouldn’t be cheap. Whether Ye Zhongming’s current resources could buy a piece of private territory was really hard to say.

But since He made this request, and she understood land prices, she probably thought the resources in Ye Zhongming’s hands were sufficient and had surplus.

From another perspective, even on Earth, if someone agreed to pledge allegiance and was doing something life-risking, then buying them a house was not unreasonable. A small area or a bad location would seem stingy.

Ye Zhongming nodded and said, “This is no problem. But there will be many issues, like location and area, later. Let’s discuss it. Based on my ability, I will try my best to meet the requirements of you and your clansmen.”

This answer satisfied He very much because she didn’t hear any stinginess or unrealistic empty boasts. The caution revealed in Ye Zhongming’s tone could instead prove he sincerely hoped to fulfill He’s request.

“Also, our clansmen are controlled by many races. I hope that in the future, while following you, whenever there is an opportunity, you can help these clansmen gain freedom and return to our main clan.”

The request seemed simple, but Ye Zhongming knew it wouldn’t be easy to handle.

Why was the Changxu Water Race in today’s situation? Wasn’t it precisely because of their special abilities and attributes? They could add defense to others and also refine medicine, almost nature’s best support!

Since others had controlled them through various means, wanting them back wouldn’t be an easy matter.

If they didn’t want to use force, they would first need to understand the target. Based on the intelligence obtained, they would either have to cater to their preferences or use coercion and inducement.

Regardless of the method, it was very troublesome and difficult.

Ye Zhongming was still very cautious, frowning and saying, “It’s the same as before: within my ability, I will definitely do it. But you also know this involves too many connections. We might want it, but we might not necessarily get it.”

If it were someone else, they might think this was a refusal. But He understood Ye Zhongming and knew he was leaving room for himself.

“I understand. Initially, it will undoubtedly be challenging. Let’s see the opportunities first. If there is a relatively good opportunity, you must seize it. I think, as you and we grow stronger day by day, this matter will become easier and easier to handle.”

Ye Zhongming agreed with this point. Once they became powerful in the future, this matter simply wouldn’t be an issue. It was even possible that the situation would be others choosing to send the Changxu Water Race people back.

“Next.”

Ye Zhongming knew that the Changxu Water Race, represented by He, definitely wouldn’t have only these two conditions.

“The next one might put you in a tough spot.”

He spoke very slowly, as if it was difficult to say, or as if giving Ye Zhongming time to consider.

“Say it. If you don’t say it, how would I know I’d be in a tough spot?”

He took a deep look at Ye Zhongming, opened her mouth, and spoke a sentence. Ye Zhongming was directly shocked!