From the mountain dome, Xiao Yan descended once more, landing beside the green stone. His gaze fell upon the milky white liquid in the groove. Although it had been diluted, its effects were still quite potent. Even if it didn’t reach the level of purifying the marrow and refining the bones, it still had a significant tempering effect on the body.
“This substance could be collected; it might be useful for alchemy in the future,” the Pharmacist Elder’s voice sounded above him.
Xiao Yan nodded, taking out two jade vials from his storage ring and carefully filling them with the milky white “Earth Core Body Tempering Liquid.” After filling the two vials, the quantity of the milky white liquid in the groove had decreased by nearly half.
Glancing at the remaining liquid, Xiao Yan pondered for a moment but decided not to take it all. Lin Xiu Ya and others might come again for this “Earth Core Body Tempering Liquid.” If they found nothing after a grueling search, they would naturally suspect someone had taken it first. Only he and they knew about this place, and although Xiao Yan wasn’t afraid of their suspicions, the “Earth Core Body Tempering Liquid” was initially discovered by Han Yue. He had gained a big advantage without reason, and it would be too much to take everything greedily.
With these thoughts, Xiao Yan put the two vials of diluted Earth Core Body Tempering Liquid into his storage ring and, without lingering, turned and sped along the path he had come. Since he was now familiar with the route, he took less time and was out of the cave in under twenty minutes.
Vibrating his wings, Xiao Yan flew toward the valley, his gaze surveying the distant area. In the darkness, he could still see the faint rainbow glow and the thunderous energy explosions outside the valley.
Seeing the rainbow light still shimmering, Xiao Yan breathed a sigh of relief. He accelerated, his figure becoming a black shadow, silently passing through the night. Soon, he appeared in the air above the valley entrance, looking down at the battlefield below, and couldn’t help but gasp.
The valley entrance was almost unrecognizable, with huge craters covering the once flat ground. Giant boulders lay scattered, and the surrounding forests were destroyed, with fallen trees blocking half the path.
In the midst of the battlefield, the Heavenly Devouring Python still coiled in the sky, continuously emitting a brilliant rainbow glow. The formidable pressure made the hidden magical beasts within a ten-mile radius tremble. Though the Heavenly Devouring Python still exuded a powerful aura, closer inspection revealed deep claw marks on its scales. Clearly, it hadn’t emerged unscathed from the battle with the Snow Demon Sky Ape.
Looking down, Xiao Yan was surprised to see the Snow Demon Sky Ape. Its once snowy fur was now partially corroded by the acidic venom of the Heavenly Devouring Python. Blood flowed from its massive head, making its already battered appearance even more menacing. The traces of violent energy collisions were visible on its enormous body. Its originally bright, red eyes now showed signs of fear and exhaustion. Clearly, the weakened Snow Demon Sky Ape had lost its will to fight against such a formidable opponent.
Compared to the Snow Demon Sky Ape’s pitiful state, the injuries of the Heavenly Devouring Python seemed insignificant.
“Didn’t expect this little guy to be so strong. Truly deserving of being an ancient beast,” Xiao Yan muttered in surprise, observing the difference in their injuries.
Xiao Yan’s appearance caught the attention of both the Heavenly Devouring Python and the Snow Demon Sky Ape. The former excitedly flicked its tongue at Xiao Yan, while the latter roared in anger and unease.
“Little guy, let’s go!” Ignoring the roaring Snow Demon Sky Ape, Xiao Yan shouted to the Heavenly Devouring Python. He then led the way, flying swiftly towards the depths of the mountains.
After a brief hesitation, the Heavenly Devouring Python followed, its body shrinking rapidly in a burst of rainbow light. It soon caught up with Xiao Yan, and the two shadows gradually disappeared into the night, leaving the frustrated and helpless Snow Demon Sky Ape behind.
In the darkness, two shadows, one large and one small, landed on a mountain peak. Xiao Yan looked back at the valley that had vanished from sight and sighed in relief.
Turning around, he gazed at the floating Heavenly Devouring Python. Its rainbow scales were slightly dimmer, indicating that the fierce battle had drained it significantly.
Gently stroking the python’s small head, Xiao Yan took out a bottle of purple crystal essence from his storage ring and said, “Here, little guy. You did well tonight. Let’s have a good meal.”
If it were in the past, the Heavenly Devouring Python would have immediately pounced on the purple crystal essence. But this time, it strangely paused, its snake eyes fixing on Xiao Yan. Just as he felt something was amiss, a cold voice emerged, “Do you really think I’m your pet?”
Though the voice was cold, it sent a shiver down Xiao Yan’s spine. However, just as his heart was filled with a strange fire, a chill spread from his abdomen. Staring at the Heavenly Devouring Python in shock, he retreated hastily, “Queen Medusa?”
As Xiao Yan backed away, the Heavenly Devouring Python’s body emitted a faint rainbow glow. Its form shifted, transforming into a bewitching beauty capable of turning any man to clay.
Her slender figure was clad in revealing attire, barely covering her full breasts. Her purple leather skirt reached only to her thighs, revealing a pair of long, smooth legs. Her waist, curving gracefully, made Xiao Yan’s heart skip a beat. This woman was a true enchantress, though taming her would require immense power, or she would consume the unworthy.
Despite knowing she was a dangerous serpent, Xiao Yan couldn’t help but be captivated. However, when her icy gaze met his, his infatuation dissipated, leaving only caution and wariness.
Finally, his gaze rested on her flawless, icy, and enchanting face. Xiao Yan chuckled, noticing his voice had become hoarse.
“Your Majesty, what a coincidence. We meet again.”
The awkward greeting revealed his nervousness. His fear of Queen Medusa surpassed even Yun Shan of the Cloud Sect.
“Indeed, it is a coincidence. I must thank you. If it weren’t for the Heavenly Devouring Python’s battle with the Snow Demon Sky Ape, I would still be suppressed,” Queen Medusa said, her lips curling in a mocking smile.
Feeling foolish, Xiao Yan wanted to slap himself. It was his fault.
“Do you have all the ingredients for the Spirit Fusion Pill?” Queen Medusa asked, ignoring his discomfort.
Xiao Yan’s eyes twitched. He hadn’t gathered the ingredients; he had been too busy with his own affairs. Plus, he’d deliberately delayed, knowing she would fuse the Heavenly Devouring Python’s soul, making him the first target.
But thinking about it, Queen Medusa, with her noble status, was now a pet and enforcer of Xiao Yan. Her pride wouldn’t allow this. If not for the Spirit Fusion Pill and the resisting soul of the Heavenly Devouring Python, she would have torn him apart long ago.
Seeing his silent response, Queen Medusa’s face grew cold, “It seems you haven’t taken this seriously. If so, what use are you?”
With a wave of her hand, the space around Xiao Yan froze, immobilizing him.
“Is this the true power of a Battle Sect? To freeze space with a gesture?” Impressed, Xiao Yan gained a deeper understanding of Battle Sect strength.
Queen Medusa moved closer, her hand glowing with rainbow light, forming a sharp sword. Xiao Yan struggled, but the space remained immobile. Just as he gave up, a familiar, powerful soul force surged from the black ring on his finger, breaking the spatial prison and freeing him.
“Ha, a newly-ascended Battle Sect can freeze space. Not bad, Queen Medusa. But do you think you can kill my disciple, Yao Chen, so easily?”
The old man’s laughter echoed, and the Pharmacist Elder’s ethereal form rose from the black ring, hovering beside Xiao Yan, calmly observing Queen Medusa.
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