Everyone Is A Lord: My Talent Is A Little Too Strong Chapter 2886: 1580: The Depths of the Corridor
Previously on Everyone Is A Lord: My Talent Is A Little Too Strong...
In the lavish and majestic banquet hall, Leo Ray turned toward the source of the sound and spotted a middle-aged deerman clad in splendid attire stepping into sight.
This figure boasted a glowing face as well, attired with precision, a grin spreading across his oil-smeared features, while a set of majestic antlers atop his head stood out strikingly.
From the aura he emitted, this middle-aged deerman had reached half-step Tier 7, his power evidently exceeding that of the surrounding deermen.
“Your Majesty, this is Terry, the current Clan Leader of the Moon Shadow Deer People.”
Lila whispered into Leo Ray’s ear by leaning in close, “Back then, after the former Clan Leader of the Deer People fell in a brutal clash with the Broken Wing King, this very person assumed the role and rose as the new Clan Leader.”
Hearing this, Leo Ray gave a faint nod.
Leo Ray had already gained knowledge about this present Clan Leader of the Deer People from Lila and Hollis’s reports; ever since he claimed the Deer People’s highest crown, their fortunes had steadily waned.
Not just from the Broken Wing King’s relentless raids and tyranny, but also because of his timid and yielding character, which only emboldened the Broken Wing King further.
Unlike the resolute previous Clan Leader, his feeble command had slowly eroded the Deer People’s dominant status among nearby second-tier forces, yet a lean camel remains greater than a horse—it retained some sway.
“That said, given the thriving vibe of the Deer People’s Royal Capital right now, this fellow doesn’t strike me as utterly useless like the rumors claim.”
Having observed the man discreetly for some time, Leo Ray’s gaze shifted back to the banquet’s lively chaos.
The clamor of deermen devouring and guzzling food rang out relentlessly, a wild symphony bouncing around the hall; even in dingy street taverns amid burly mercenaries, Leo Ray had never witnessed such frenzy.
“Naturally, aside from these bizarre circumstances, he doesn’t truly seem as inept as whispered, yet everything else here screams something off.”
While pondering this, Leo Ray, Lila, and the rest approached the man.
Though confusion swelled within them, the group kept their expressions composed without a hint of it showing.
“Lord Clan Leader of the Deer People, I trust you’re doing well.”
Lila offered a gracious smile to the man and remarked politely, “The flourishing sights we’ve seen en route are truly memorable; under Lord Clan Leader’s lead, the Deer People have clearly advanced beyond their past.”
“Hehe, Lord Clan Leader of the Stone Giant speaks too highly of us. The Moon Shadow Deer People have long ranked at the top of second-tier powers—this is just everyday splendor. Nothing worth bragging over.”
Terry dismissed it with a wave, seeming modest enough, though his lips curved upward subtly, revealing deep satisfaction.
After a bit more small talk, Lila cut straight to it, stepping aside slightly to present Leo Ray to Terry, “Lord Clan Leader of the Deer People, allow me to introduce His Majesty of the Humans—it’s precisely His Majesty who brought us to your honorable domain.”
“His Majesty of the Humans? The one who repelled the dragon horde from Mist Dream Peak?”
Terry eyed Leo Ray with astonishment and commented, “Never thought His Majesty of the Humans would grace the Moon Shadow Deer People’s lands—it’s a total surprise.”
With those words, Terry restored his warm demeanor at once, bowing his head to Leo Ray and declaring, “Regardless, His Majesty of the Humans shows up at the perfect time—please savor the Moon Shadow Deer People’s feasts and revel in our glory and wealth!”
Finishing that, the deermen Clan Leader gulped down a huge draft, let out a satisfied belch, and erupted into hearty laughter.
“Truth be told, Lord Clan Leader, we carry urgent business to address—could we move to somewhere less noisy?”
Following Leo Ray’s cue, Lila swiftly redirected the discussion to the core issue.
Our side all recognized that the chaos here bordered on the uncanny; only in a secluded spot could they probe the mysteries and piece together answers to their growing questions.
“Hehe, the feast is barely underway—why the hurry?”
Terry echoed the Grand Elder’s earlier reply, taking a fresh crystal goblet from the servant nearby and grinning, “Make sure to sample the Moon Shadow Deer People’s fine dishes!”
“We’re grateful for Lord Clan Leader of the Deer People’s hospitality, but we’ve already eaten lunch.”
Aware of the pressing time limits, Lila kept a courteous smile and politely refused.
“What’s this? Isn’t the Lord Clan Leader of the Stone Giant showing respect to my Moon Shadow Deer People? Are you unhappy with our welcome?”
Terry’s expression darkened immediately, carrying a faint trace of irritation in his tone.
Once Terry had spoken, the surrounding deerfolk, who were eagerly devouring their meals, threw confused glances our way, clearly baffled by our disinterest in the exquisite dishes.
In that instant, our entire group drew all eyes in the hall, standing out awkwardly amid the crowd.
“We truly thank the Lord Clan Leader of the Deer People for this generous offer; we’ve been drooling over it for ages.”
Right when Lila looked hesitant on how to proceed, Leo Ray smoothly continued the conversation with a slight nod to Terry.
“Hehe, then go ahead and enjoy. I must attend to other guests now.”
After saying that, Terry swayed off with his crystal goblet in hand and promptly started merrily conversing with a few other deerfolk nobles.