Taking advantage of no one noticing, he swiftly leapt onto the rooftop, concealing his presence as he observed the situation inside the house.
Once inside, the red fox gave a proud call, prompting the High Priest next to it to quickly speak.
"Chief, the Divine Envoy says that this year, the Fox God requires us to offer forty people."
"W-what?"
The clan leader took a step back, looking at the High Priest beside him with some surprise, as if he thought the other was deceiving him.
"Hai Lin Sacrificer, wasn't it only ten people in past years? Why is it forty people this year?"
"Roar——"
As soon as the clan leader whispered this question, the red fox standing in front of him immediately let out a displeased cry.
"Chief, the Divine Envoy says this is a critical moment for the Fox God's Metamorphosis, so naturally, the number required is larger."
