Cloud Stone Beach is the central area between the Lion Tribe and Werewolf Tribe, a convergence point for the two tribes, with open terrain and rarely manned for vigilance.

But it was this very place where the Dragon Lady's team was ambushed, leading to her being taken away from the Beastman Tribe. If it's merely a coincidence, then it's a very intriguing one.

"Sir, this is Cloud Stone Beach!" The leading Lionmen member respectfully said upon arriving at the beach.

Ling Feng nodded: "Alright, I know. Wait here; I'll go take a look at Cloud Stone Beach."

With that, Ling Feng and Xiong Yan made their way to the beach, arriving at the site of the Dragon Lady's attack.

The location was in complete disarray, clearly the scene of a fierce battle. Over ten days had passed, leaving no scent behind in the surroundings.

Ling Feng took a walk around, inspecting the chaotic scene, with a slight frown as if pondering something.

"Oh? Master, I found this!" At this moment, Xiong Yan spotted something seemingly hidden among the sand and rocks, stepped forward to retrieve it, and said.

Ling Feng looked up and saw a shard gleaming with metallic luster in Xiong Yan's hand. He couldn't help but ask: "What is this?"

Xiong Yan's eyes flashed with gravity: "This... if I'm not mistaken, it's an ornament from some armor."

"An ornament from armor?" Ling Feng asked curiously: "Can you deduce anything from this ornament?"

Xiong Yan smiled slightly: "Master, this is no problem for me; I'm familiar with this ornament!"

With that, she placed the ornament before Ling Feng and said: "This depicts a leaf pattern, indicating that this armor was crafted by the Ye Family!"

"Ye Family?" Ling Feng nodded slightly: "I remember, the Ye Family has a collaborative relationship with your Xiong Family?"

Xiong Yan nodded and said: "Our Xiong Family controls the Sky Cloud Stone Mine while the Ye Family is a forging family that requires a supply of our Sky Cloud Stone, so our families maintain a fairly good partnership."

"So, are you suggesting the Ye Family is the mastermind behind this?" Ling Feng raised an eyebrow and said.

Xiong Yan shook her head: "Not necessarily. Though the Ye Family is a forging family, they sell their armor to various surrounding families. Based solely on this single piece, we can't prove the Ye Family is the perpetrator!"

Ling Feng chuckled: "In that case, this fragment isn't very useful!"

Xiong Yan replied: "Not quite; although the Ye Family's armor is sold to various families, the price is rather high, and not every family can afford it, so we can seize this opportunity to narrow down our suspects."

Ling Feng nodded; what Xiong Yan said was true. If this is the case, it is indeed a significant discovery.

Ling Feng strolled slowly around; he reached the spot where the assailants had ambushed, surveyed the surroundings, and discovered that this was not an ideal ambush point. Although it allowed for an easy retreat, Ling Feng noticed a clue, and a slight smile crept onto his lips.

After a thorough survey, Ling Feng returned to the Lion Tribe, where Lion Roar had already prepared a meal to entertain Ling Feng.

Despite Ling Feng's repeated refusals, he eventually obliged and attended the welcoming banquet arranged by Lion Roar in his honor.

The Beastman Tribe's welcoming banquet was simple, comprising mainly of alcohol and meat. Besides Lion Roar, only Lion Mad and some other senior members of the Lion Tribe accompanied them.

"Everyone, this is Ling Feng, a member of the Dragon Clan!" Lion Roar loudly proclaimed at the banquet: "We were set up this time, and it was Ling Feng who helped us uncover this conspiracy. Although I, Lion Roar, am a rough man, I know how to differentiate between right and wrong. I propose a toast to Ling Feng!"

Ling Feng hastily replied: "Elder, you're too kind. I am part of the Dragon Clan, naturally also a member of the Demon Race. This matter concerns us Dragons, so I must investigate thoroughly. No matter what, we're all family and cannot be manipulated by those with ill intentions!"

"Refreshing!" Lion Roar laughed heartily, then downed a large cup of wine in one go.

Ling Feng smiled and followed Lion Roar, drinking it all in one go.

To Ling Feng's amazement, the Beastman's wine was not inferior to the Human Clan's and even had a hint of fruity fragrance.

"This is Monkey Wine from the Monkey People Tribe!" Lion Roar said with a smile: "The Monkey People Tribe may not excel in much, but this Monkey Wine is exceptional."

"I didn't expect Lord Ling Feng to also be from the Dragon Clan!" commented one of the high-ranking Lionmen members: "Regarding the Dragon Lady's matter, our Lion Tribe will certainly assist Lord Ling Feng in getting to the bottom of it!"

Lion Roar glanced at Lion Mad, who dejectedly declared: "Indeed, whatever Ling Feng desires, I, Lion Mad, won't hesitate to scale mountains or dive into fires!"

Ling Feng raised a toast: "You're all too kind. I said that we're all part of the Demon Race, one family. As the saying goes, let's not look at family matters in two lights. Regarding the Dragon Lady's issue, I believe everyone is anxious in their hearts. As a member of the Dragon Clan, I promise you that the Dragon Clan will not cause you any trouble over this!"

Hearing these words from Ling Feng, all the Lionmen present breathed a sigh of relief. Their eagerness to attack Bear Fortress was primarily because the Dragon Lady had previously been in contact with the Dragons. Her abduction within Beastman territory would leave them dearfully accountable to the Dragons.

"Come, come, Lord Ling Feng, this is our Beastman's specialty, Golden Meat, its flavor is undoubtedly strong, please enjoy!" Lion Mad's face relaxed as he spoke.

After rounds of drinking and dining, with everyone enjoying the feast, Lion Roar asked: "Young Ling Feng, did you discover anything new on your visit to Cloud Stone Beach?"

Ling Feng smiled and replied: "As expected, I did!"

This revelation brightened everyone's eyes.

"However, before I begin, I have a question I'd like to ask the elder!" Ling Feng proposed: "Sir, I discovered Cloud Stone Beach has many pathways. Could you tell me where they all lead?"

Lion Mad interjected at this point: "Lord Ling Feng, I know the answer to that. Cloud Stone Beach is the midpoint between our Lion Tribe and the Werewolf Tribe. Besides leading to our two tribes, it also connects to the Bear Tribe and Lizardman Tribe. Two other paths remain: one leading to a cliff's dead end, the other to the Sky Water River."

"What lies beyond Sky Water River?" Ling Feng inquired.

Lion Mad shook his head: "Sky Water River is home to the Fishmen Race. We Beastmen and the Fishmen Race coexist without disturbing each other."

"Fishmen Race?" Ling Feng paused: "What is the Fishmen Race's relationship with humans?"

"Less friendly than our Beastmen Race!" Lion Mad chuckled: "The Fishmen Race and humans are mortal enemies."

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