“Chief Yao Ming, rest assured. If I couldn’t guarantee it, I wouldn’t make such a claim,” Xiao Yan smiled. The current situation of the Eastern Dragon Island is undoubtedly not good. In such times, they should understand that between destruction and setting aside their pride, which one to choose is clear.
“In this period, I will dispatch the clan’s strong experts to monitor every move of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan. As soon as they send any expert, I will immediately inform Brother Xiao Yan.” Yao Ming is a man of his word. Once he makes a decision, he doesn’t dawdle. His deep voice affirmed this.
“Thank you, Chief Yao Ming. During this period, we will stay with the Nine Serpent Devil Tribe. Also, we may need to use the Netherworld Yellow Springs.” Xiao Yan said, looking at Cai Lin. Clearly, he wanted to use the power of the Netherworld Yellow Springs to help Cai Lin complete the physical tempering process.
“Haha, a small matter. However, the energy of the Netherworld Yellow Springs is extremely cold and yin. Brother Xiao Yan, you must be extra cautious,” Yao Ming smiled and reminded him.
“Mm.”
“Since the matter of the stone tablet has been resolved, let’s return to the clan first. Dealing with the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan will still require ample preparation.” Yao Ming waved his hand and, without lingering, his figure moved swiftly, flying out toward the earth vein. Behind him, Xiao Yan and his three companions followed at a steady pace.
Returning to the Nine Serpent Devil Tribe, Yao Ming hurriedly prepared. He had just regained control of the clan, and to undertake such a major task right away, it was not going to be easy. However, with his nature, he would surely resolve these issues perfectly.
While Yao Ming was preparing to deal with the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan, Xiao Yan and his group took a day to rest. On the second day, they reappeared beside the Netherworld Yellow Springs.
“The dark and cold energy contained within the Netherworld Yellow Springs is lethal to ordinary strong experts. However, the Seven-Color Sky-Swallowing Python already possesses a heavy amount of dark and cold qi. Only you can absorb the energy inside without restraint,” Xiao Yan turned to Cai Lin with a smile, looking at the cold mist emanating from the Netherworld Yellow Springs.
“The dark and cold energy in the Netherworld Yellow Springs is extraordinary. Even the strongest of the Nine Serpent Devil Tribe dare not venture too deep. But for me, it’s not a big problem,” Cai Lin replied with a faint smile, showing a touch of pride. As the only Seven-Color Sky-Swallowing Python in the world, she had the right to look down on all serpentine creatures.
Xiao Yan smiled and clasped his hand. A jade bottle appeared, filled with a cloud of dan, emitting a powerful surge of energy.
“This is the Bodhi Great Return Pill, a grade-nine treasure pill. It significantly increases the success rate of advancing to the half-sage realm. In critical moments, if you consume it, it may bring considerable benefits.” Xiao Yan handed the jade bottle to Cai Lin.
Cai Lin nodded slightly and did not refuse. She extended her delicate hand and received the warm and cool jade bottle.
“This training won’t be smooth, and the time required may not be short. If I have to leave midway, I will instruct Yao Ming to send people to protect you,” Cai Lin played with the jade bottle. She knew that Xiao Yan and his group might soon set out to intercept the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan’s experts. Her eyes flickered, and she raised her seductive, narrow eyes, slowly moving forward and gently pressing her red lips against Xiao Yan’s.
Feeling the sudden softness, Xiao Yan was momentarily stunned. His arms naturally wrapped around Cai Lin’s boneless waist. It was a true temptation; the enchantingly supple snake-like waist, swaying gently, exuded a mesmerizing allure.
As Xiao Yan was lost in the softness, the beauty in his arms softly turned her head, whispering into his ear, “Be careful. Remember, your life belongs to me.”
Hearing those words that were imprinted in his soul, Xiao Yan was stunned. Turning his head, he saw Cai Lin’s seductive face, her lips curling into a slight, determined smile. That smile transformed the gentle woman into the cold and fierce Queen Medusa, who once intimidated the entire Jia Ma Empire and was deeply feared by Xiao Yan.
“You…” Seeing Cai Lin’s transformation, Xiao Yan was astonished. Just as he was about to speak, she smiled coyly, her body flickering, transforming into the enormous Seven-Color Sky-Swallowing Python. With a sway of her massive tail, she dived into the Netherworld Yellow Springs without a backward glance, causing colossal waves.
The lake water immediately began to boil, bubbling profusely. Xiao Yan could feel that the entire Netherworld Yellow Springs’ energy was now being stirred…
Standing beside the Netherworld Yellow Springs, Xiao Yan recovered after a moment, smiling wryly. He touched his lips and gazed at the lake with a complex expression. Since giving birth to Xiao Xiao, Cai Lin had become much gentler. She obeyed all of Xiao Yan’s requests. But today, he realized that the cold and proud Queen Medusa still existed deep within her. For him and Xiao Xiao, she forced herself to become a good wife and mother.
“Compared to this good wife and mother, I prefer it when you reveal your true nature.” Xiao Yan sighed, watching the lake. He then moved to a boulder overhanging the ravine, sitting cross-legged. Before heading off to intercept the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan’s experts, he needed to further refine his strength.
“The techniques of the Netherworld Finger, Netherworld Palm, and Netherworld Heavenly Fury are ingrained in my soul by the Holy Demon remnants. Even their understanding of the three battle skills is a gift far beyond what Yao Ming and others can achieve from their practice,” Xiao Yan closed his eyes, but his mind raced.
Although Xiao Yan had just acquired these three techniques, he was confident that if he used them against Yao Ming, his versions would be several times more powerful. The Saint Demon’s lifelong comprehension was no mere fancy. No matter how others understood, they could never match the founder!
“The Holy Demon’s blood contains the power of the Netherworld Demon. If I can absorb it, my strength will surely increase…” Xiao Yan’s mind moved, and a drop of golden blood appeared in his palm. The surrounding energy violently fluctuated. Xiao Yan felt that all energy within a hundred yards centered on him was retreating.
“Truly the Holy Demon’s blood, so overwhelming…” Despite this, Xiao Yan couldn’t help but chuckle. This was the first time he’d seen such an overwhelming energy, even repelling the natural energy.
“First, I’ll refine it…” Xiao Yan checked the Netherworld Yellow Springs below, confirming there was no unusual change. He then spat out a flame, enveloping the golden blood. Though it was usually absorbable, caution was always wise.
The golden blood was heated in the anomalous flame for three hours, yet it remained motionless, as if the heat did not exist. This refining process continued for about four hours before Xiao Yan finally opened his eyes. He opened his mouth, and the flame, carrying the golden blood, shot into it.
*Boom!*
As the golden blood entered his body, Xiao Yan’s robe burst into powder. A fearsome wave of energy spread, causing the rocks nearby to crack.
Xiao Yan paid no heed to the outside disturbance. The blood, once inside, transformed into wild, rampaging energy, surging wildly through his body. The destructive force was from the overflowing energy.
The energy within the blood was far more violent than Xiao Yan anticipated. Such violent energy could shatter a peak five-star Dou Zun alive. Fortunately, Xiao Yan was well beyond that level. The sudden change in his body left him unprepared, but he quickly steadied his focus and began to control the rampant energy. Under his nearly perfect control, the wild energy gradually returned to his grasp, softened by the anomalous flame, and slowly integrated into every part of his body…
*Sigh…*
Sitting cross-legged on the boulder, Xiao Yan exhaled a dense stream of energy, like a dragon, rising and dispersing into the air…
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