Zhang Lie smiled. "Don't worry, I have my own tricks for negotiation!"

The stone giant repeated, "Tiny creatures, why have you come here?"

Zhang Lie strode forward decisively. "I'd like to see the leader of your clan."

"Scram!"

"You aren't going to ask why I'm here?"

"Our clan leader won't pay attention to the affairs of the tiny, let alone your words."

"I recommend you listen to me."

"On what grounds?"

"To avoid the extinction of your clan."

"And what news could a puny creature like you bring that could destroy our clan?"

"That news is me."

The rock giant stared...