Chapter 226: The Queen Commands
The moment the seven colored serpent tail appeared, countless serpentfolk trembled instinctively.
The sight of the enormous tail stirred an innate reverence deep in their bloodlines, a primal connection to their ancestors' legacy.
Even the Grand Elders, watching from the hidden chambers of the Serpent Tribe's sacred palace, displayed awe on their aged faces.
Within the Serpent Tribe, nearly every member carried a trace of the seven colored Heaven Swallowing Python's bloodline, no matter how diluted it had become over time. Confronted with the tail's overwhelming presence, many couldn't help but shiver.
The serpent tail radiated devastating energy, leaving a black rift in the space it slashed through. This attack would severely wound a four star Dou Zong and force a five star Dou Zong to treat it cautiously.
But the target of this strike wasn't an ordinary five star Dou Zong.
Xiao Yan's Calm Dominance
Xiao Yan stood still, his smile calm and unyielding, exuding confidence.
As the massive seven colored serpent tail descended upon him with earth shattering force, Xiao Yan didn't even bother activating his physical combat techniques.
Instead, the immense Dou Qi within his body surged forward.
He raised his arms, and two enormous energy hands materialized in the air, each spanning dozens of meters. They reached up and caught the serpent tail mid air, stopping it in its tracks.
The energy tail trembled violently in Xiao Yan's grip, struggling to break free, but the power holding it was absolute.
A contest of strength unfolded in the sky, with Xiao Yan and Medusa locked in a battle of wills. But the outcome was inevitable.
With a slight clench of his energy hands, the giant serpent tail cracked and began to splinter.
"Do you yield?" Xiao Yan's voice, steady yet piercing, resonated through the air.
"Yield? Never!" Medusa's defiant words echoed, but as Xiao Yan's Dou Qi intensified, the tail shattered with a resounding crack.
The dazzling serpent tail disintegrated into shimmering fragments, leaving Medusa exposed. Her pale complexion betrayed her exhaustion as she floated unsteadily in the sky.
Medusa Relents
Before she could react, Xiao Yan breached the remnants of her shattered energy tail and appeared directly in front of her.
Her defiant gaze softened as her eyes met his. Resigned to defeat, Medusa's sharp features took on an uncharacteristic hint of vulnerability.
As her resistance faded, the remnants of the serpent tail dissolved into faint energy, dispersing into the sky.
Medusa's bare feet hovered in the air as Xiao Yan closed the distance, his figure looming before her. His arm snaked around her slender waist, pulling her closer.
This time, she didn't resist.
For the first time in her life, the proud and untouchable Medusa silently conceded her position to another.
Xiao Yan's lips curled into a teasing smile. Without hesitation, he wrapped his arms around her delicate figure and lifted her effortlessly.
Medusa's body stiffened for a moment but quickly relaxed as she let her head rest against his chest. Her eyes closed, her expression serene.
The serpentfolk watching from below exploded into an uproar.
Serpentfolk's Reactions
"He did it! That human defeated the queen!"
"The queen… she's actually letting him hold her like that!"
Jealousy and disbelief spread through the male serpentfolk.
"No! My queen, how could she choose a human over us?!"
For the serpentfolk, Queen Medusa was not only their strongest warrior but also the embodiment of beauty and pride. The idea of her yielding to a human was almost unbearable.
Yet the rumors had already spread. From the moment Xiao Yan's arrival was announced, the high ranking members of the Serpent Tribe had hinted at the queen's eventual union with him.
Now, with this dramatic battle unfolding before their eyes, the serpentfolk had no choice but to accept the truth.
A Tense Exchange
Later, in Medusa's luxurious chambers, the air was thick with tension.
The room was dimly lit, and the warm scent of exotic oils lingered in the air. A large, ornate bath steamed gently, its surface reflecting the soft glow of the chamber.
Medusa reclined in the bath, her gaze fixed on Xiao Yan, who lounged across from her in the same pool.
"What are your plans for the Serpent Tribe?" she asked, her tone even but carrying a note of curiosity.
Xiao Yan smirked. "Simple. I want the Serpent Tribe to join the Flame Alliance and become a core part of it. With the alliance's resources, your tribe can rise to prominence."
Medusa raised a delicate eyebrow. "And the elders and tribal leaders? They've agreed to this?"
Xiao Yan chuckled. "With the gifts I've given them each holding a drop of nine star beast essence how could they refuse?"
Medusa studied him for a moment before nodding. "You've thought of everything."
"Not just that," Xiao Yan continued, his voice steady. "I plan to ensure that within three years, at least ten of your tribe members will reach the Dou Zong level.
"When you reach Dou Zun, the Serpent Tribe will finally reclaim its rightful place as one of the continent's most formidable powers."
Hearing his bold declaration, Medusa's body, which had been stiff with tension, began to relax. She leaned back in the bath, her eyes closed in thought.
A Dangerous Proposal
Xiao Yan moved closer, the water rippling around him.
"You must know," he murmured, "that to fully refine the Heaven Swallowing Python bloodline within you, you'll need help. Specifically… my help."
Medusa opened one eye, feigning ignorance. "What help?"
Xiao Yan grinned. "With the Myriad Beast Spirit Flame, I can assist you in refining your bloodline. Combined with a certain dual cultivation technique I know, the process will be even more effective."
Medusa remained silent for a moment, her expression unreadable.
"Are you ready, Your Majesty?" Xiao Yan asked, his grin widening.
Her eyes flickered open, sharp and clear.
"No," she replied flatly.
Before Xiao Yan could process her words, Medusa's slender hand gripped his collar, yanking him down onto the bed with surprising force.
The Queen Takes Control
"Human, Xiao Yan," she intoned, her voice carrying a regal authority.
Medusa straddled him, her piercing eyes locking onto his. Her beauty was overwhelming, and her expression was one of cold dominance.
"This queen commands you… to help me cultivate!"
(End of Chapter)
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