Chapter 93 Since you've come with such sincerity, I'll mercifully grant your request
Flying Dragon led the Souji and his party into Dragon Island.
Although signing a contract requires the highest-ranking member of the dragon race, the progenitor, to make the decision, it doesn't need to be so strict when it comes to simply bringing people to Dragon Island.
In reality, a small number of humans were originally allowed to enter Dragon Island.
The dragons simply found most humans annoying, which is why they prohibited strangers from entering; they were not particularly hostile towards humans.
On the way, the commander and his party introduced themselves to the flying dragon and learned that the dragon's name was 'Ryuji'.
After entering Dragon Island, we gradually saw more and more flying dragons.
While these dragons weren't as large as monsters like Gamabunta and Manda, they were still enormous compared to humans.
As their numbers increased, Yahiko and his companions were quite amazed, while Sasori's eyes gleamed with a strange light, as if he wanted to find a few to make into dragon puppets.
However, these dragons didn't seem to have much interest in Souji and the others, glancing at them a few times before ignoring them.
Most of these dragons live alone, with only a few mingling with other dragons; they all seem to be living their own lives.
The scene gave Souji the feeling of walking into a large gathering place for stray cats.
Are dragons creatures that tend to live independently?
Ryuji led Souji and his group to his residence and then went to inform the Ancestor.
After a while, he returned to report that the Ancestor had agreed to meet with them.
The group followed Ryuji to the highest peak on Dragon Island.
Here, a colossal golden dragon lies coiled.
This golden dragon was twice as big as Gamabunta and Manda.
Its appearance and demeanor seemed quite old, but it did not have the dullness and decline of old age. It was still full of majesty and power.
Yahiko and the other two were shocked, and Sasori also showed a rare solemn expression.
Even when this golden dragon was simply lying peacefully on the ground, one could instinctively sense the immense power it contained.
The stronger a person was, the more they understood the difference in power between themselves and others, and how insignificant they were in the face of such a powerful being.
The Souji felt the same way.
He had seen Gamaken and Manda before. Both of them were top-tier summoning beasts.
Even Kage-level powerhouses like Jiraiya and Orochimaru needed their help in battle, so their strength was unimaginable. But even so, they didn't give him any special feeling.
However, when facing this golden dragon, one naturally feels incredibly small in the face of such a colossal being.
Is this the existence that has lived for over a thousand years and is called an immortal?
The golden dragon looked at the group and said in a majestic voice:
"Humans, I heard you intend to offer me a feast?"
"You're mistaken.
It's not about offering it up. I'm using food to make friends with the dragons and gain their friendship in return," the Souji said with a slight smile.
"Oh, so you mean you want to live as equals with our ancient and noble Celestial Dragon clan?"
"Exactly."
"I heard from Ryuji that you came here to sign a spirit beast contract with our Celestial Dragon clan.
Although there are people who come with the same purpose as you from time to time, they all want to subdue us by force or turn around and worship us as their masters.
Very few people want to treat us as equals."
Golden Dragon's expression turned to one of reminiscence as he slowly said:
"The last person like that... I think his name was Hashirama Senju?"
"The First Hokage?"
Hearing the name Hashirama Senju suddenly surprised.
Golden Dragon nodded slightly:
"Hashirama Senju's power is immense; he seems to be a top figure in the outside world. So you know him too?"
"I am a ninja from Konoha Village.
Lord Senju Hashirama was the founder of Konoha Village and the first leader, the 'Hokage.' So of course I know him."
"I see... Hashirama Senju is not only powerful, but also a very nice person.
He's a rare human being that even I find somewhat interesting. He came to me to sign a contract, but I refused."
The golden dragon looked down at the Souji and spoke in a calm tone:
"Even Hashirama Senju couldn't get me to agree, so you're out of the question."
"You don't seem like the kind of person who would cause trouble. If it's just visiting Dragon Island and doing some business, that's fine. But don't even think about signing a summoning beast contract.
We have no intention of getting involved in your human conflicts."
Although Golden Dragon spoke calmly, his attitude was clearly very firm.
Without saying much, the Souji took out a Momotaro rice ball and gently tossed it to the golden dragon.
In situations like this, talking won't work; you can only rely on the power of the system to solve the problem.
Seeing that Souji was throwing the rice balls around like he was feeding an animal, just like before, Ryuji and the other members of the Anbu were all a little dumbfounded.
This guy... dares to act like this against such a powerful ancient dragon?
Even if you don't offer it with both hands, you shouldn't treat it like this, feeding it to someone.
Golden Dragon was also slightly taken aback.
Is this human just throwing food at me like livestock? To me, the oldest celestial dragon?
Even the gentle golden dragon couldn't help but get angry in an instant.
The pressure exploded in all directions like a storm, instantly making everyone and the dragon around turn pale and tremble with fear.
However, faced with the mysterious allure of Momotaro's rice ball, even the oldest dragon, like Ryuji, could not resist the instinctive temptation and naturally stretched out its mouth to swallow the rice ball whole.
"Wow! There's such a delicious thing in the world!"
The moment the rice ball was swallowed, the storm of pressure abruptly stopped, and the golden dragon's eyes widened in shock!
Even though it has lived for countless years since the beginning of time, it has never tasted such deliciousness!
Seeing the Golden Dragon's dazed expression, the Souji knew that this round was in the bag.
Even the oldest dragon, if you can't beat the system, you still have to obey!
After eating several more, Golden Dragon still seemed unsatisfied.
However, Souji just smiled slightly and didn't give it to him anymore.
This made Golden Dragon very unhappy, but he was helpless.
Although I really wanted to just rob them, I couldn't possibly be the oldest dragon in the world, just to steal humans for food, could I?
If word gets out, where will it put its old face? Won't those little toads and snakes laugh themselves to death?
"Ahem... Humans, I am very satisfied with the food you brought..."
Golden Dragon glanced at Souji, and seeing that he still showed no intention of serving more food, he cursed inwardly, but outwardly remained calm and said:
"Since you have come with such sincerity, I will mercifully grant your request."
"Our Celestial Dragon Clan agrees to sign a Spirit Beast Contract with you."
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