Battle Through the Heavens: The Strongest in the Entire Map, I Will Always Be Above You

"What is this?" Medusa asked in confusion.

"A top-grade sixth-rank pill, comparable to a seventh-rank Spirit Fusion Pill, can perfectly fuse you with the body of the Devouring Python, but it won't cause the Devouring Python's soul to disappear," Chen Yang said casually.

"This..." Medusa looked at the medicine bottle in her hand, a sense of gratitude flashing through her heart. She was about to thank her, but then suddenly asked, "If the Devouring Python's soul doesn't disappear, where does it live?"

Chen Yang shrugged: "I don't know about that. Perhaps, if you give birth to a little Medusa in the future, it can be born as a companion spirit beast?"

The pill really does work, but Chen Yang didn't tell Medusa that directly.

"Swish!" Medusa's pretty face flushed red instantly. With a clang, she drew her longsword and pointed it at Chen Yang. She shouted angrily, "Human, how dare you flirt with me? Do you think I can't beat you?"

Chen Yang shrugged: "What else?"

Medusa was furious. She wanted to be defiant, but when she remembered how Chen Yang had crushed the five-star Dou Zong level Protector Wu with a single finger on Yunlan Mountain, she snorted and put away her sword.

"I'll accept the pill, but I don't want to owe you anything!" Medusa said, taking out five storage rings from her bosom and throwing them to Chen Yang. "These contain high-grade medicinal herbs that the Snake-People have collected over the years. Consider this my way of buying this pill from you."

"Huh?" Reaching out to catch the five storage rings, Chen Yang scanned them with his soul power, then looked up at Medusa in shock.

"Your Majesty, while my pills are indeed precious, the value of these medicinal herbs you possess is enough to buy hundreds of those pills!" The five storage rings Medusa took out contained over thirty herbs that could serve as the main ingredient for a seventh-grade pill, and even five or six herbs that were outside Chen Yang's knowledge, which were very likely herbs that could be used to refine eighth-grade pills. Their preciousness was self-evident.

"If you don't want it, give it back to me, and I'll burn it!" Medusa sneered, making a move to snatch the storage ring from Chen Yang's hand.

Chen Yang hurriedly put it into his pocket and looked at Medusa warily. Medusa rolled her eyes at Chen Yang, and her charming appearance made Chen Yang momentarily lose his composure.

Medusa noticed Chen Yang's gaze, glared at him fiercely again, and then turned around to examine the pill in her hand.

"Cough cough..." Coming back to his senses, Chen Yang coughed lightly, his expression softening.

Although the snake people had accumulated so many medicinal herbs because they didn't have any alchemists, these things still represented a deep foundation for the snake people, and that silly Medusa gave them all to him.

He wouldn't believe it if there weren't other reasons.

However, since Her Majesty the Queen enjoys this kind of thing, then he might as well play along with this beautiful snake woman; after all, he has nothing better to do anyway.

"Then, thank you very much, Your Majesty!" Chen Yang said with a smile.

"This is just a fair deal between me and you!" Medusa remained defiant.

Chen Yang smiled and then reminded him, "After taking this Spirit Fusion Pill, it will take about half a year to fully fuse. During this time, you will still exist in your original form."

Medusa nodded upon hearing this, and after thinking for a moment, said, "Then I will continue to stay by your side during the time I am merging with the body of the Devouring Python. If you protect me well, I will owe you a favor!"

Chen Yang smiled and nodded, then reached out his hand to Medusa.

Medusa gritted her teeth, glared at Chen Yang with shame and indignation, opened the medicine bottle and swallowed the pill, then transformed back into the Devouring Python, turning into a stream of light and slipping into Chen Yang's sleeve. Then, a voice filled with shame and anger came: "Human, if you dare to secretly kiss me again, I will bite you hard on the arm!"

Chen Yang smiled, reached out and patted the Medusa figure hidden in his sleeve, then flicked his sleeve and walked towards the door!

"Human, how dare you disobey me, you..."

"If Your Majesty misbehaves, don't blame me for throwing you away!"

"You...you dare threaten me? Do you think I'm easily intimidated...Hmph, I won't bite you then, alright..."

Seeing that Chen Yang was really going to abandon her, Medusa stiffly changed her mind.

"Of course, no problem!" Chen Yang chuckled.

Medusa cursed Chen Yang inwardly before her soul gradually slumbered and merged with her body. Meanwhile, the soul of the Devouring Python temporarily came online, slithered out of Chen Yang's sleeve, and scurried onto his shoulder, whimpering pitifully.

"Don't worry, you won't disappear. Once I conquer that beautiful snake, you'll regain your body, and I guarantee it will be even stronger than this one!" Chen Yang reached out and tapped the Devouring Python's forehead, smiling as he spoke.

"Eek..." Upon hearing this, the Devouring Python darted around happily in front of Chen Yang, extremely excited.

Hmm... I wonder what mischief the little snake is up to this time. She just really enjoys being with her master.

However, what Chen Yang didn't know was that although Medusa's soul was asleep, she still retained a faint consciousness, and she heard everything Chen Yang said about "conquering the beautiful snake."

"Damn humans..."

Chapter 97 Arrangements Before Departure!

Two blocks away from the Mittel family, there was a mansion that was originally the residence of a prince of the royal family. Half a year ago, this prince, whose strength had reached the level of a four-star Dou Wang, passed away peacefully. Since he did not leave any children, the mansion was taken back by the royal family.

Now, under Jia Xingtian's arrangement, this place has been renovated by the Mittel family and has become the headquarters of the Yang Alliance.

After leaving the Xiao family, Chen Yang went straight here, then wandered around several corridors before arriving at an elegant residence.

At this moment, a simple waterfall flows over the artificial hill in the courtyard. Amidst the gurgling water, several birds raised by Yang Meng are chirping. The fish in the lotus pond, seemingly swimming aimlessly, disappear into the lotus leaves as soon as they hear Chen Yang's footsteps.

The location of Yangmeng is still unknown, but the headquarters, especially the small courtyard prepared for Chen Yang, is quite elegant.

"Squeak!"

The wing room located to the left of the master bedroom was the study that Ya Fei had prepared for Chen Yang. Inside, there were some books related to alchemy, as well as some writing brushes, ink, paper, and inkstones.

At this moment, the woman, dressed in a bright red dress, was supporting her cheek with one hand while writing and drawing on paper with a pen in her right hand.

Hearing the door open, Ya Fei turned her head to look, and when she saw Chen Yang, a look of joy immediately appeared on her face.

"Brother Chen Yang, what brings you here today?" Ya Fei put her pen on the pen holder and was about to get up when Chen Yang, who suddenly appeared behind her, pressed down on her shoulder.

“I’m leaving tomorrow, so I came to Yangmeng today to make some arrangements and spend some more time with Sister Yafei.” Chen Yang put his hand on Yafei’s shoulder, just like he did back at the Mittel Auction House in Wutan City.

Ya Fei was also reminiscing about the past. She placed her slender hand on Chen Yang's large hand, shook her neck, and said in a charming voice with a hint of reluctance, "Go ahead and do your work. I'll keep an eye on the Yang Alliance. There won't be any trouble!"

Chen Yang naturally believed in Ya Fei's methods, but the original intention of establishing the Yang Alliance was not to keep this silly woman busy all the time.

"Sister Yafei, you just need to grasp the general direction. The purpose of me merging the forces of the Jia Ma Empire to form the Yang Alliance is to have them protect you, not to make you their slave," Chen Yang continued, massaging Yafei's shoulders.

"I know, but I can't let your career fall into the hands of others. Right now, with your power, the elders are grateful for your help and won't make any moves. But as the Yang Alliance grows stronger, if other powerful people who come here because of your reputation are not controlled, they will steal your achievements, and you'll probably be crying in my arms!" Ya Fei turned her head and looked up at Chen Yang's profile, speaking softly.

"Heh... tonight I'll show you who's crying in whose arms!" Chen Yang reached out and pinched Ya Fei's nose, saying fiercely.

"Come on, who's afraid of who!" Ya Fei said provocatively.

Chen Yang bent down and looked at the sun outside the window. If it weren't for the fact that there were still several hours until sunset, he would have made Ya Fei beg for mercy.

However, what Ya Fei said wasn't without reason, so he picked Ya Fei up, sat down in a chair, and let her sit on his lap: "Sister Ya Fei, what you said is right. So, the Yang Alliance will not accept anyone else to join within a year. Once the Yang Alliance has completely established itself, and Elder Hai and your strength have increased, then we will make further plans. You can decide the specifics. I trust you!"

Ya Fei nodded, nestled in Chen Yang's arms, greedily inhaling the scent of her man. She was truly reluctant to let Chen Yang leave, but she also knew that Chen Yang's future lay not in the Gama Empire.

Perhaps one day, when he truly stands at the pinnacle of the continent, these people will be able to stay safely by his side?

……

In the afternoon, Chen Yang summoned all the current leaders of the Yang Alliance and distributed the promised pills to them. Then, Chen Yang made some simple arrangements.

The main point is to emphasize that everyone should unite, avoid forming cliques, and work together to become stronger and develop the Yang Alliance.

Having obtained what they needed, the heads of various families were all energized, making firm promises to Chen Yang.

Chen Yang, of course, did not take their assurances seriously.

These people are able to obey him only because of his power and the benefits he provides.

To keep these people obeying him, he needs to keep becoming stronger and offering them benefits that match their value.

Perfect, neither of these is difficult for Chen Yang!

……

After arranging things for Yangmeng, Chen Yang stayed here that night. He rode around with Ya Fei several times, and the battle ended with Ya Fei shedding white tears.

The next day, Chen Yang, Little Fairy Doctor, Qing Lin, and Xiao Yan gathered at the main gate of the Xiao family.

"Brother Chen Yang, I really..." At the gate, Xiao Yong looked at the large blue cocoon formed by the Purple Crystal Winged Lion King in his hand and said with a face full of shame.

"Brother Xiao Yong, please take this. Be careful in the capital and cultivate diligently. If anything happens, go find Elder Hai. As for Ling'er, I'll go see her when I get to Canaan Academy!" Chen Yang patted Xiao Yong's arm with his other hand and said with a smile.

"I will work hard to cultivate and strive to break through as soon as possible so that I can help you protect the Yang Alliance!" Xiao Yong nodded.

"Then thank you very much, Brother Xiao Yong!" Chen Yang chuckled.

……

On the other side, Xiao Yan looked at Xiao Zhan. The father and son looked at each other in silence. After a long while, Xiao Zhan patted Xiao Yan's shoulder: "Yan'er, if you think the things I gave you are useful, then keep them. If you think they are useless, you can give them away or throw them away."

"Yes, I understand, Father. When you're at home, please take care of yourself and don't overwork yourself!" Xiao Yan said softly, a hint of reluctance flashing in his eyes.

Xiao Zhan looked Xiao Yan up and down, then burst into laughter: "Haha, don't worry, your eldest and second brothers will be returning to the capital soon. With their help and your Uncle Yong's assistance, I'll have plenty of free time!"

Xiao Yan smiled and said, "That's good. Father, please apologize to my eldest and second brothers on my behalf. Time is indeed tight at Canaan Academy, and Brother Yang also needs my help. I can't wait for them to come back!"

"Don't worry, I know those two, they won't blame you!" Xiao Zhan nodded, then reached out and hugged Xiao Yan again. "Yan'er, you must be very careful on your journey of cultivation. Think things through carefully and don't act impulsively. I know you've been intelligent since childhood and have your own opinions, so don't be impulsive when things happen. If you're unsure about something, ask your teacher or your brother Yang..."

Xiao Zhan gave his instructions somewhat incoherently, and Xiao Yan listened patiently until Xiao Yong coughed lightly to remind him, at which point Xiao Zhan stopped.

"I'm sorry, Master Chen Yang, I feel a little melancholy at parting. Please don't take offense!" Xiao Zhan looked at Chen Yang, somewhat embarrassed.

"It's alright, I understand!" Chen Yang looked at Xiao Yan, a hint of barely perceptible envy flashing in his eyes.

He had family ties eight years ago, but...

In a daze, Chen Yang realized that three years had passed since he arrived on the Dou Qi Continent.

"Go, Yan'er. I've always known you're the best. As for the road ahead, in your own words, just keep going!" Xiao Zhan said with a smile, his hands behind his back as he looked at Xiao Yan.

"Ok!"

……

On Yunlan Mountain, Yun Yun never expected that Chen Yang would come to see her before leaving.

"Yun'er, take these pills. I've marked their effects on them. Use them as instructed, and breaking through to the Dou Zong realm within a year shouldn't be a problem!" Chen Yang handed Yun Yun a storage ring filled with pills. Of course, there were more than just pills that Yun Yun could use; there were also some resources he had prepared for her. If she used these pills properly, it shouldn't be a problem for her to cultivate a few more Dou Wang elders for the Yunlan Sect.

Although Yunshan is a bastard, Yunlan Sect is still Yunyun's home!

"Thank you, my husband!" Yun Yun said, gently stroking the ring as she put it on her left hand.

Yun Yun did not refuse Chen Yang's kindness. She knew that only by constantly becoming stronger could she one day be able to follow behind Chen Yang.

"In addition, this Amethyst Winged Lion King will remain in the Cloud Mist Sect. It will advance in three to five months, or at most a year, so you'd better place it in a remote but safe place!" Chen Yang said.

"I understand. I will place it in the forbidden area behind the mountain, where only Yanran and I are allowed to enter!" Yun Yun nodded and said.

"That's good. This child will stay to take care of its mother. These are the pills it needs. After its mother completes her advancement, you can give it the pill I wrote down to advance to the sixth rank!" Chen Yang said, pointing to the little amethyst winged lion king at his feet. Then he took out a low-level storage ring.

"Yes!" Yun Yun nodded again.

The two exchanged some more intimate words, and Chen Yang suddenly asked, "By the way, where is Yanran?"

Upon hearing this, Yun Yun's face flashed with melancholy: "After this child returned from delivering the medicinal herbs to you last time, she begged me to let her enter the Gate of Life and Death. Now... she is receiving the inheritance of the sect's seniors in the Gate of Life and Death!"

Upon hearing this, Chen Yang shook his head helplessly. Even though the three-year agreement had changed drastically, had Nalan Yanran still entered the Gate of Life and Death?