People fight and become emperors in advance

Chapter 149 A Frank Open Remarks with Medusa, the Earth Demon Old Ghost Arrives

After trying to hold both jade pendants at the same time, Chen Xiao put one of them down temporarily and tried to cultivate using only one Ice Spirit Jade.

However, their cultivation speed was exactly the same, almost no different from the other two.

In other words, creating something from nothing is a huge breakthrough, while accumulating quantity is meaningless.

"That's not bad. We can give this extra one to Elder Hai."

Among the group of people around Chen Xiao, only Hai Bodong was of the same ice attribute as him. The others, including Queen Medusa beside him, had no use for this Ice Spirit Jade.

Therefore, it can only be used on Hai Bodong.

That makes sense, but Queen Medusa couldn't help but chuckle when she heard his mutterings.

"Don't you think it's a bit too much for you and Hai Bodong to wear such a pair of jade pendants..."

Queen Medusa didn't finish her sentence, but her meaning was already clear.

Upon careful consideration, Chen Xiao realized that the situation was indeed somewhat ambiguous.

Fortunately, cultivators are not bound by trivial matters. As long as Hai Bodong is well hidden and not discovered by others, it is not unacceptable.

"There's nothing I can do about it. I did want to give it to you, since we were able to get this much today thanks to your reminder. It's a pity you can't use it. When you get back, just have Elder Hai polish it into different shapes of jade pendants. That's all we can do with it. It would be a waste to leave such a good thing unused."

"I have no interest in this jade pendant."

Queen Medusa's eyes flickered, and she spoke in a casual tone.

That's what he said, but Chen Xiao had considered her participation, which still made her smile involuntarily.

Chen Xiao nodded slightly, his gaze fixed on a city at the edge of a distant mountain range.

"They say you have to share half when you meet someone, but today I've benefited so much from you, and you haven't gotten anything at all. That's a bit unfair. Cai Lin, shall we go for a stroll in Rakshasa City?"

Queen Medusa glanced at the fading sky, neither agreeing nor refusing.

Chen Xiao chuckled, immediately understanding her thoughts, and pulled her along as they headed towards Rakshasa City.

"I can walk by myself!"

Queen Medusa parted her lips slightly, and her cold voice rang out, conveying no emotion whatsoever.

At the same time, the aura of a Dou Zong powerhouse was revealed around her, which was even more fierce and domineering than half a month ago, seemingly several times stronger.

"You've broken through?" Chen Xiao turned around in surprise.

"If I hadn't focused all my energy on fusing with the little Devouring Python's soul, I would have broken through long ago."

Queen Medusa's dark eyebrows arched slightly like crescent moons, and her dazzling eyes exuded an innate pride and certainty that flowed freely between her brows and eyes, revealing her unwavering confidence.

After her successful evolution, her talent also skyrocketed, and she could no longer be viewed with the same perspective as before.

Her current potential and talent are no less than anyone else's.

"That's great news. Your strength has improved even further, which will give us a better chance of facing that old demon."

Chen Xiao nodded with a smile, his eyes filled with joy.

Queen Medusa smiled smugly until her body was uncontrollably pulled toward Rakshasa City. Only then did she realize that Chen Xiao's interruption had made her forget the purpose of revealing her aura in the first place.

She struggled to free her wrists but couldn't. Her bright red lips parted slightly, as if she wanted to say something but then stopped.

That’s all…

Rakshasa City.

This is a city under the jurisdiction of the Rakshasa Gate, an old power in the Black Corner Region. It is naturally quite large and extremely prosperous and bustling.

When Chen Xiao and Queen Medusa entered the city, night had completely fallen, but even so, the streets were still bustling with people, and the shops on both sides were brightly lit with candles.

Concealing his presence, Chen Xiao, holding the slightly stiff Medusa Queen's hand, walked slowly, like the crowd strolling through the city.

Although the Black Corner Region is chaotic, the cities with established powers in charge are relatively more orderly.

"Relax, nobody here knows us."

Upon hearing this, Queen Medusa rolled her eyes at him.

This guy is pretending to be confused when he knows the truth.

She never cared about other people's opinions; Chen Xiao was the one who started her current awkwardness.

However, seeing that he made no mention of the matter, Queen Medusa was too lazy to say anything more.

What are you doing in this Rakshasa City?

"I'll get you a few new outfits. When Ziyan and Xiaoyixian were in Zixiao City, they often went shopping in the city. We've known each other for so many years, but I've never seen you stroll around like this. It's actually nice to relax once in a while."

"When I first met you, I should have killed you with one blow without considering the consequences, and then we wouldn't have so much trouble now."

Such a threat has absolutely no deterrent effect.

Chen Xiao didn't care at all and pulled her into a shop that specialized in clothes and shoes on the side of the street.

"Welcome, esteemed guests! Our shop offers a wide variety of robes at reasonable prices. We can meet any needs you may have," the shop assistant greeted them warmly.

"Go play somewhere else, we can watch it ourselves."

Feeling the increasing force of the struggle in his hands, Chen Xiao glared at the servant with annoyance.

Although the shop assistant wasn't very discerning, it must be said that the shop sold a wide variety of robes, in all sorts of colors, some proper and some not.

"This red brocade robe is nice; it suits you very well."

"I didn't feel anything," Queen Medusa said expressionlessly.

"Okay, then I'll buy it."

"..."

"These shoes will definitely look good on you."

"I did not think."

"Bought it!"

Queen Medusa seems a bit rebellious; every time Chen Xiao asks for her opinion, the answer is always no.

Chen Xiao ignored her completely, leaving Queen Medusa exasperated. In the end, she gave up on giving a reply, ignoring whatever she said.

The two stayed in the shop for fifteen minutes before leaving and heading to the next shop.

Not only did Chen Xiao buy outfits for Queen Medusa, he also bought quite a few for himself, and even bought items that were suitable for Zi Yan and Little Fairy Doctor.

After wandering around for more than an hour, the crowds on the streets thinned out, and Queen Medusa finally couldn't help but speak up.

"Shouldn't we go back now?"

Shopping was a completely new experience for her, especially being pulled along by a man.

She has already reached her limit in enduring this long.

Her personality wasn't that of a submissive, dependent type, and the envious glances people often cast at Chen Xiao made her quite uncomfortable.

Chen Xiao nodded slightly: "Okay, then we'll find another opportunity to come again next time."

"no next time!"

The journey back to Zixiao City was just as it had been on the way there.

Without the gaze of others, Chen Xiao could clearly sense that Queen Medusa had relaxed considerably.

The journey of over a thousand miles could be completed quickly at their speed. Even though Chen Xiao intentionally slowed down, Zixiao City was still in sight a quarter of an hour later.

The familiar struggle came from her hand, and Chen Xiao released her as she wished. Queen Medusa visibly breathed a sigh of relief, then quickly put on a serious expression.

"This will never happen again!"

Seeing Chen Xiao nod somewhat perfunctorily, Queen Medusa took a deep breath, her expression unusually serious.

"Chen Xiao, I know what you men are thinking, and I am also aware of my own situation. When I evolved, I felt that I had a slim chance of survival. My biggest oversight was that I failed to drive you far away, which led to you seeing a scene you shouldn't have seen. It was from that time that I became entangled with you in a way that I shouldn't have."

"What's done is done. I have no regrets, nor do I want to try to change it in vain. In fact, I am sometimes relieved. At least, I don't dislike you."

"But, as of now, you are not worthy of my willing submission. My man cannot be weaker than me. Wait until you have the ability to defeat me..."

"Let's discuss the matter of bringing back the Little Devouring Python!"

As she finished speaking, Queen Medusa's pretty face flushed slightly, making her extremely alluring in the moonlight.

After all, she and Chen Xiao both knew perfectly well how to bring the little Devouring Python back to the light of day.

She likes to be straightforward and dares to love and hate, but talking about such private matters so frankly still makes her cheeks burn.

Meeting Queen Medusa's gaze, Chen Xiao readily nodded in agreement.

"Actually, even if you hadn't said it, I was already planning to do the same. I have many things to do, but without exception, they all require sufficient strength. Your promise now gives me even more motivation to cultivate!"

Upon hearing the words, Queen Medusa's usually icy expression thawed, revealing a smile even brighter than usual, her eyes and brows brimming with undisguised joy.

She dislikes beating around the bush, and speaking frankly and openly like this saves her from countless arguments, which undoubtedly makes her feel more at ease.

"If the Gama Empire is stable when your three-year agreement arrives, I may accompany you on a trip."

"Uh, okay!"

...

Zixiao Pavilion.

Since returning from the Rakshasa that day, Queen Medusa has not returned to Canaan Academy.

In her words, the little Devouring Python's influence on her was already negligible, only a little bit remained, and there was no need to rely on the Fallen Heart Flame anymore.

Although Ziyan and the others found this somewhat strange, they didn't press the matter.

Meanwhile, Protector Xuan hadn't bothered Chen Xiao during this time either, which gave Chen Xiao a lot of peace and quiet. Every day, besides cultivating, he would sit and oversee the Purple Cloud Pavilion.

And so, the clouds rolled and unrolled, and another ten days passed.

On this day, Chen Xiao finished cultivating his fighting spirit and soul, and went to the window where Hai Bodong was personally in charge of selling information.

Because the information was extremely valuable, and the guests were all powerful figures above the Dou Wang level, the reception was very high-level, and they dared not entrust it to their subordinates.

Fortunately, given the high level of attention, there aren't many people coming to buy information on ordinary days, so it won't affect Hai Bodong's cultivation.

"Old Hai, how was your harvest today?"

Upon entering the room, Chen Xiao saw Hai Bodong sitting cross-legged on the stone platform below the window, cultivating with his eyes closed. He only opened his eyes to look at him after noticing Chen Xiao's entry.

"This morning, Elder Yan from Qianyaofang came over with a message asking where to find a sixth-order water-attribute magic core. As usual, I took a fifth-order magic core from him as payment."

When selling information, the price naturally needs to be set reasonably. It's impossible for someone to ask where they can find a sixth-tier magic core and demand a sixth-tier magic core as payment.

Therefore, a fifth-tier magic core would be suitable.

In this way, Zixiao Pavilion can get resources for free, which is acceptable to others.

Hearing Hai Bodong's reply, Chen Xiao couldn't help but chuckle.

What he was actually asking about was Hai Bodong's cultivation progress, since Hai Bodong's cultivation speed had greatly increased after he gave him an Ice Spirit Jade.

Unexpectedly, Hai Bodong misunderstood.

Ignoring the harmless misunderstanding, Chen Xiao smiled and said, "Old Hai, go and rest for a while. I'll sit here for a bit."

Since the establishment of Zixiao Pavilion, Hai Bodong has not always been in charge of selling information. Xiao Yixian and Ziyan also help out in their spare time.

Upon hearing this, Hai Bodong didn't stand on ceremony and nodded, giving up his seat.

After receiving the Ice Spirit Jade from Chen Xiao, he cultivated with unprecedented clarity and energy, achieving in three days what it used to be in five. This cultivation speed captivated him greatly.

After seeing Hai Bodong off, Chen Xiao sat on the stone platform.

He had tried to fill in a few times before, but he was generally unlucky. Each time he took over, he would sit there for half a day without ever receiving a single customer.

In contrast, Little Fairy Doctor and even Zi Yan have sold two pieces of information...

Chen Xiao had become numb to it all and was mentally prepared to maintain zero performance today.

However, life is unpredictable, just like Murphy's Law; the more you don't want something to happen, the more likely it is to happen.

Just as Chen Xiao closed his eyes to enter a meditative state, an old man with blood-red hair, wearing a yellow robe draped with skulls, quietly approached the window.

The old man's face was thin, almost skin and bones, and at first glance he looked like a skull. His eyes were deeply sunken, with a ghostly gleam, and his gaze was like will-o'-the-wisps, exuding an eerie and sinister aura.

If someone with a strong sense of courage were to suddenly appear before you like this, they would probably be startled.

嘘嘚~
The old man knocked on the window, as if asking if anyone was in charge.

Chen Xiao opened his eyes, filled with anticipation, ready to greet his first customer.

But when he released his soul perception to check, the smile on his face suddenly froze.

What a formidable old ghost!

His strength was so great that even he couldn't see through it.

Such powerful individuals seem to be few and far between in the entire Black Corner Region.

"I've heard that the information Zixiao Pavilion is selling is absolutely genuine, and it's even been spread like wildfire that they know everything. I'd like to inquire about the Purple Spirit Cold Qi. I wonder if Zixiao Pavilion has any information about it?"

A figure walked to the window, and the old man, his body hunched over, spoke in a hoarse voice.

Chen Xiao, who was behind the window, laughed in anger upon hearing the other person's words.

Purple Spirit Cold Qi is an ice-attribute spiritual object that is even more precious than Heavenly Cold Qi. It can be called 'Extraordinary Ice'. Refining it can cause ice-attribute battle qi to mutate, greatly enhancing the power of battle qi.

He still wants such a good thing.

Unfortunately, the last time Chen Xiao tried to pre-draw the Heavenly Demon Puppet, just like with the Ice Spirit Jade, it showed that it could not be pre-drawn, with not a trace of extra energy.

And this old fellow, whose words were filled with purple spiritual cold energy, was most likely also an ice-attribute expert.

Based on the other party's strength and identity, Chen Xiao was now 99% certain.

Earth Demon Old Ghost!

This old guy probably found out about Zixiao Pavilion selling information, and before settling scores, he's thinking of getting some benefits out of it.

Chen Xiao unleashed his soul perception, which quickly spread to the outskirts of Zixiao City. As expected, he found more than ten people on a hill outside the city.

The red-haired old man leading them was none other than Fang Yan, whom they had met once before.

In addition, the second and third elders of Demon Flame Valley were also in the queue.

"We at Zixiao Pavilion are indeed familiar with the Purple Spirit Cold Qi, but the price we pay is something you probably cannot afford."

After withdrawing his soul perception, Chen Xiao silently circulated his internal fighting spirit to warm up for the battle, and did not forget to send a telepathic message to Cai Lin and the others.

"Hehe, please speak freely."

"It's very simple, the life of a Dou Zong powerhouse."

"If you can bring me the corpse of the Demon Old Ghost from Demon Flame Valley and news of the Purple Spirit Cold Qi, my Purple Cloud Pavilion will gladly offer it to you."

(End of this chapter)