Once upon a time there was a greedy snake.

Chapter 460, Chapter 460: Disobedience

However, an attack of this magnitude would naturally have no effect on Du Yi.

The flames from the Ignivas failed to burn through his scales; instead, they provided him with ample heat, allowing him, who was usually cold-blooded, to feel a touch of warmth he hadn't experienced in a long time.

This made Du Yi shake his head.

But this level of threat is nothing to him.

However, it was clear that the Ignivas were also aware of this. As traitors, they wanted to defy the gods they once worshipped, so naturally they could no longer rely on their flames.

After all, the power of these flames originated from their serpent god.

Therefore, these flames are merely a facade; the real danger lurks beneath those scorching flames.

Beneath the scorching flames, something cold is spreading.

This is the real killer move of the Ignivas.

Since the source of all the power of the Ignivas comes from their ancestors' observation of the giant serpent's actions, it means that if the Ignivas want to defeat the giant serpent, the power they use must be something beyond their original system.

That is, those ice spikes that are spreading beneath the flames.

These ice spikes originated from another ancient deity beyond the starry sky, possessing a coldness sufficient to completely freeze the soul. They are the perfect killing move to deal with the giant serpent, a cold-blooded creature.

Just like now, as the cold gradually spread, a layer of frost unknowingly condensed on the giant snake's scorching body.

And most importantly, the giant snake didn't notice a thing throughout the entire process.

The techniques of adjusting temperature and the stewing of soup were passed down from their serpent god, and now these Ignivas are applying all of these tactics to their former serpent god.

They were confident that their serpent god would not notice anything amiss, and would only think that the flames were scorching, or even that the power of the flames was weakening.

They made the serpent god feel as if he could freely control the flames, without even feeling the scorching heat.

This is what is meant by "boiling a frog in lukewarm water".

There's not much difference between snakes and frogs.

"So all these years, we Ignivas have only ever worshipped this kind of thing..."

Seeing that the giant serpent was still coiled in the flames that were gradually cooling down, and even seemed to be in control of the situation, the Ignivas who were involved in the siege couldn't help but laugh.

The serpent god of yesteryear was nothing more than this.

Ultimately, the Ignivas have matured.

They are no longer the ignorant tribe they once were. Although they still wear animal skins and use stone tools according to ancient customs, this is no longer a last resort, but rather something they simply enjoy doing.

Just like the power they possess now is no longer what it was when they could only look up to the Serpent God. After traveling through the Star Sea for many years, they have experienced a lot, and their understanding of power has gradually changed along with those experiences.

Ultimately, these Ignivas people were no longer in a position to look up at the giant serpent and pray for the serpent god's favor.

They had long surpassed their serpent god.

But it's not enough to just talk about it; they have to prove it, just like they proved their strength by hunting those giant beasts—and when they became powerful, wasn't the serpent god they once worshipped also a huge, savage beast? In fact, the Ignivas do not deny their history; they also acknowledge that without the enlightenment and protection of the serpent god, there would be no Ignivas civilization.

That's why they are even more determined to defeat this serpent god.

Defeat the serpent god, take it as your prey, and then, using the methods taught by the serpent god in the past, in a dignified and respectful manner, cook and eat the serpent god.

This is the highest respect the Ignivas can offer to this ancient god.

Even if they were to defeat the Serpent God, they would not forget the Serpent God; they would only allow the Serpent God to merge with them and live on in their bloodline.

"So... it should be about time, right?"

After calculating the time, one of the Ignivas couldn't help but speak up.

The ice, powerful enough to freeze a soul, should have taken effect by now; at least for now, the giant serpent is coiled up in place and completely still.

In other words, it's ready to eat.

There's no need for any further cooking. The frozen giant snake itself is already a delicacy. High-end ingredients only require the simplest cooking methods, and the simplest cooking method is naturally to cut it fresh—not even grilling is necessary, because grilling would ruin the flavor of the giant snake.

Of course, there is another important reason: the intense heat of the flames can easily allow the frozen giant snake to regain its heat. If the giant snake were to raise its head again, there would be a lot of trouble.

"However, we still can't break through the snake's scales."

It was at this moment that another Ignivas spoke up.

This is the most troublesome part.

Using fire can indeed cut through the serpent, but it will awaken the giant snake. Without using fire, the Ignivas people would probably find it difficult to break through the serpent's scales on their own.

Although snake scales themselves are not very thick, their flexible defensive capabilities are quite good, and they can even be said to be difficult to damage with knives and axes.

"How to do this?"

For a moment, these Ignivas were caught in a dilemma.

Just moments ago, they were the ones setting a trap for the giant snake, making it think it had won, but in reality, they were the ones who caused it to lose everything. Now, the tables have turned.

They did win, but what's the difference between this victory and not winning?
"We need to find something that can break open this giant snake's body... wait?"

It was at this moment that the Ignivas discovered a strange, giant egg that had appeared beside the giant serpent.

A giant egg, taller than a person, was transmitting information to them—a consciousness that the Ignivas could decipher.

The giant egg seemed to be saying that it was willing to help the Ignivas cut open the giant serpent's body, and that it only needed the power contained within the serpent's body that did not belong to the serpent itself.

As for the remaining parts, those parts that originally belonged to the giant serpent, it didn't want any of them.

"But who are you?"

The Ignivas surrounded the strange egg, flames already burning in their hands.

(End of this chapter)