People in Doupo: The beginning of the game intercepts the rich woman Xun'er

Since Xiao Ling returned to the Jia Ma Empire, some time has passed without him realizing it.

During this period, he completely shed his usual hectic pace and indulged in this long-lost tranquility.

There were no plans for the future that Sicun had in the past, no goals that he had to achieve. He was only accompanied by his closest friends: Xiao Yixian's gentle affection, Qinglin's tenderness and consideration, Ziyan's charming liveliness, and the inseparable bond between him and Medusa.

With Xiao Yan, Yao Chen, and Xiao Diao chatting and laughing together, the days spent in the Jia Ma Empire were truly leisurely and pleasant.

The appearance of Xiao Xi'er was like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, adding a touch of warmth to Xiao Ling's originally grand life plan.

The little girl's exquisite appearance and sweet, soft voice made her the apple of everyone's eye, bringing together people from all over the country to spend a rare and leisurely time together.

For Xiao Ling, Xiao Xi'er's arrival was undoubtedly the most precious surprise bestowed by fate.

Just like the name Xi'er, the little one was like a ray of warm morning light, dispelling the lingering weariness and loneliness in Xiao Ling's heart, allowing him to truly experience the weight and warmth of the word "father" for the first time.

Watching his daughter snuggle in his arms, running after datura petals in the courtyard, and seeing his beloved smiling and his close friends laughing and chatting, Xiao Ling suddenly felt that even though he had gone through countless hardships and traveled across thousands of miles of rivers and mountains, nothing could compare to the warmth of human life at this moment, or the tranquility of this room.

However, such a peaceful and leisurely life could not last long.

On the Dou Qi Continent, undercurrents have long been surging. The conspiracy of the Soul Clan, which has been dormant for many years, is gradually surfacing and revealing its ferocious fangs as time goes by.

Those lurking disturbances in the shadows, those quietly spreading crimson shadows, all indicate that a chaotic world sweeping across the entire continent is just around the corner, within reach.

In the coming chaos, there is no absolute security; only one's own strength is the most solid reliance.

Only by refining one's own strength to the extreme and reaching a higher realm can one firmly occupy a place in this turbulent world and have enough confidence to protect one's loved ones and friends.

Only in this way can the warm and joyful moments in the courtyard today not become fleeting bubbles, but can be truly held in our palms for a long time after the dust settles, and peacefully cherished year after year.

The night was as dark as thick ink, casting a deep and tranquil shadow over the entire territory of the snake people.

A silver moon hung high in the sky, its clear light like a ribbon, gently falling on the glazed tiles of the Medusa Temple, flowing through the carved window frames, and casting dappled moon shadows on the floor of the palace.

The crimson petals of the datura outside the palace fluttered down in the night breeze, carrying a faint fragrance that quietly seeped into the bedchamber.

Inside the palace, on a large bed covered with luxurious animal hides, warm curtains hung gently. Xiao Ling lay on his side, holding the already fast asleep Xiao Xi'er in his arms.

The little one's delicate, rosy cheeks were flushed, long eyelashes drooped like butterfly wings, breathing was even and deep, and the corners of his mouth were slightly pursed, as if he were having a sweet dream. A few soft strands of hair clung to his smooth forehead, a fine sheen of sweat glistened on the tip of his nose, and two drops of glistening drool clung to the corners of his mouth, dangling gently down his chin. He looked utterly adorable.

Looking at his daughter's adorable sleeping face, Xiao Ling's eyes were almost overflowing with tenderness. He couldn't help but curve his lips into a soft, heartfelt smile.

Then, he stretched out his long, slender fingers and carefully smoothed the stray hairs on his daughter's forehead. He then took a handkerchief from the side and gently wiped away the drool from the corner of her mouth.

His movements were so gentle, as if he were afraid of disturbing the little angel in his arms. After he finished doing all this, he slowly loosened his arms around his daughter, carefully laid her flat on the soft bed, and then pulled the thin blanket over her little body.

Just then, a pair of soft, warm arms quietly wrapped around his side, firmly embracing his waist. Xiao Ling felt his back press against hers, plunging into a soft, fragrant embrace. The elegant scent of lotus mixed with the subtle fragrance of datura wafted into his nostrils, familiar and comforting.

He didn't turn around, but simply raised his hand and placed it on the fair, jade-like arm in front of him, his fingertips gently caressing the delicate skin. His voice was low and gentle: "Why aren't you asleep yet? Is something on your mind?"

As soon as she finished speaking, the force around her waist suddenly tightened. Medusa pressed her cheek against his back, her chest rising and falling slightly, and her arms wrapped around him even tighter, as if she wanted to embed herself into his bones and blood.

Her voice, slightly hoarse and suppressed, slowly escaped from the side of his neck, her breath brushing against his earlobe, carrying a barely perceptible tremor.

"Judging from your recent reactions, have you already decided to leave the Snake-People tribe?"

Xiao Ling was slightly taken aback, but he quickly understood Medusa's concerns. He immediately turned around, wrapped his long arm around her, and picked her up horizontally. He then sat down with his back against the bed and placed her on his lap, letting her straddle his waist.

The silvery moonlight outside the window shone like a ribbon, seeping into the bedchamber through the half-drawn gauze curtains and landing precisely on Medusa's long, flowing hair.

Her hair shimmered in the moonlight, making her beautiful profile even more stunning. Her long eyelashes drooped like butterfly wings, her nose was small and straight, and her lips were tinged with a light blush. Even the innate coldness between her brows was softened by the moonlight.

Xiao Ling gazed at her, his eyes filled with an unyielding tenderness, his fingertips gently brushing her cheek as he spoke softly.
"What? Are you reluctant to leave this Serpent Clan Temple? I have already spent enough time in the Gama Empire. Once the affairs of the Serpent Clan are completely settled, it is time for me to leave. This trip back to the Gama Empire was originally to see you and our child. Now that my wishes have been fulfilled, I should take you to the Nine Netherworld Emperor Python Clan to reclaim the opportunity that rightfully belongs to you."

"Besides, this time, I will never leave you alone here as before. You and Xi'er will both come with me to Zhongzhou. Xi'er will receive the best guidance and care at Xingyun Pavilion, and we will be able to protect her cultivation and growth more easily in the future, won't we?" Medusa lowered her eyes, her long eyelashes casting a faint shadow beneath her eyelids. Her fingertips unconsciously caressed Xiao Ling's chest, and after a moment of contemplation, her voice was filled with a lingering sense of melancholy.

"I don't know when I'll be able to return after leaving the Snake People this time. Perhaps... I won't have the chance to set foot on this homeland again."

After all, she had already married Xiao Ling, and in this life, she would naturally accompany him. She would no longer guard this temple and the territory of the snake people alone as before.

Moreover, on this journey to Zhongzhou, she will also be heading to the Nine Netherworld Python Clan to receive the inheritance of the Seven-Colored Sky-Swallowing Python lineage. At that time, her cultivation will undergo a tremendous transformation. Staying in this corner of the Jia Ma Empire will indeed have little meaning for her.

"What, are you reluctant to part with me?" Xiao Ling chuckled softly, his fingertips gently stroking her loose hair, his tone teasing. "You've left the Snake-People tribe with me before, and you were doing quite well in Zhongzhou, weren't you? It's not the first time, don't be so sentimental. Don't worry, I'll always be with you."

Medusa rolled her eyes at him, annoyed. Recalling past events, she pouted and said, "Heh, did I want to go? You clearly took advantage of my weakness and forcibly brought me there."

"You can't say that!" Xiao Ling quickly waved his hand, looking "wronged." "It was clearly the Seven-Colored Sky-Swallowing Python that insisted on clinging to me and staying by my side, okay? Even though we're husband and wife now, you can't make false accusations!"

Seeing his eagerness to clear his name and his comical expression, Medusa couldn't help but smile slightly, and the melancholy in her eyes eased a little.

She glanced at Xiao Ling again, but ultimately decided not to argue with him. She simply buried her face in his neck, absorbing that familiar warmth.

Seeing this, Xiao Ling smiled knowingly, then tightened his arms, firmly pulling Medusa's soft body into his embrace. He rested his chin on the top of her head, his voice gentle yet resolute.
"With your current strength, it is indeed not suitable for you to continue to be confined to this small territory of the Gama Empire. The Snake People have long since taken root in this land, and they no longer face the precarious survival pressure they once faced in the Tager Desert. Their affairs have also been put on the right track. You have done your duty as Queen Medusa to the best of your ability."

He paused, his fingertips gently tracing the outline of her back, a hint of expectation flashing in his eyes.
"Furthermore, once you receive the inheritance from the Nine Netherworld Python Clan and your strength increases by leaps and bounds, you might be able to relocate the Snake-People Clan to the Central Plains for development. With Zi Yan's Ancient Void Dragon Clan protecting us, and relying on our current strength, as long as we continue to invest resources in the clan, the Snake-People Clan might be able to firmly establish itself in the vast Central Plains and forge a brighter future. Don't you think so?"

As Medusa listened to Xiao Ling's beautiful description of the future, her eyes suddenly lit up with an unusual light. The slight melancholy that had been lingering on her brows was completely replaced by anticipation for the future. Clearly, this blueprint had stirred up her interest.

She looked up to meet Xiao Ling's gaze, a sly smile playing on her lips.
"Alright, then I'll take those words as my goal. I'll definitely bring the Snake-People to the Central Plains in the future. When that happens, you, as the Snake-People's Prince Consort, will have to put in a lot of effort. With your help, a ninth-grade alchemy grandmaster, as long as you're willing to provide resources, I believe the Snake-People will definitely become stronger and stronger. Anyway, I've entrusted everyone to you, so the Snake-People are naturally yours. It's only right that you take care of them a bit, isn't it?"

"Haha, of course!" Xiao Ling laughed loudly, patted her back gently with his palm, and said confidently, "With your words, I will definitely take good care of the snake people."

Given the current size of the Snake-People race, excluding Medusa, the top combat power of the race is only three Dou Zong, so how much resources can they consume?
With Xiao Ling's current status as a ninth-grade alchemy grandmaster, the small amount of resources he casually takes out is enough to ensure that the entire snake-people race is well-fed and clothed.

Seeing Xiao Ling agree so readily, Medusa felt a surge of joy in her heart.

She knew all too well that with Xiao Ling's current status and position, taking care of the snake people was just a simple matter for him, but this resounding promise still stirred an indescribable feeling in her heart.

Thinking this, she leaned closer and gently pressed her soft lips against Xiao Ling's.

Xiao Ling felt the soft touch on her lips, and was slightly taken aback at first. Then he slowly closed his eyes, raised his hand to hold the back of her neck, and gently responded to the warm kiss.

The tender moment of lips touching lasted only a moment before Medusa slowly sat up, let out a long sigh, and a faint blush spread across her fair cheeks.

She looked up at Xiao Ling, a sly smile in her eyes, and said softly, "This is a small reward from me as the Queen of the Snake People."

Xiao Ling looked at Medusa, a wicked smile playing on his lips. He suddenly exerted force with his arm, flipped her over, and forcefully pressed her onto the soft bed.

Medusa gasped in surprise, her beautiful hair falling loose from the sudden movement, spreading across the brocade sheets like spilled moonlight, making her fair neck even more striking.

Xiao Ling leaned closer, his gaze lingering on her flushed cheeks and slightly parted lips with a hint of aggression. His voice was low and husky, with a touch of mockery: "This reward isn't quite enough. Looks like I'll have to raise the price."

Hearing this, Medusa's pretty face instantly flushed crimson. She struggled slightly, then, as if remembering something, a look of realization flashed in her eyes, and her tone became more confident.

"What? Do you want to do something to me now? Xi'er is still sleeping right next to me. Do you want to wake her up and let her watch the show between us?"

Seeing Xiao Ling's actions, Medusa was speechless for a moment. She pushed his chest hard with her slender white fingertips and said reproachfully:
"Honestly, you'd resort to such methods just to get what you want. You have absolutely no bottom line. If you're going to cause trouble, couldn't you at least change rooms? Why do you have to do it here?"

Xiao Ling chuckled softly, brushed aside her shoving arm, and leaned closer again, his chest pressed against her softness, his warm breath brushing against her reddened earlobe, his voice low and husky with a touch of roguish seduction.
"This is our master bedroom, so naturally we should take care of business here. Besides, the little guy is sleeping soundly, not even a blink of an eye, so how could we possibly disturb him?"

Having said that, Xiao Ling leaned down and covered her. Medusa's eyes shimmered, and she raised her hand to symbolically push him away a few times, but the strength in her fingertips was so weak that it had no power whatsoever. In the end, she gave in to his strength and let her body go limp, and she and he were immersed in the enchanting moonlight that filled the room.

The bed curtains hung low, quietly concealing the spring light in the room. On the other side of the bed, Xiao Xi'er was still sleeping soundly, her rosy cheeks buried in the soft pillow, her long eyelashes drooping peacefully, and the corners of her mouth slightly upturned. She must have been having a sweet dream. (End of Chapter)