Breaking the Masked Man

Queen Medusa's beautiful eyes flickered slightly upon hearing this. She opened the medicine bottle, glanced at the pills inside, and smelled a faint medicinal aroma. With just one inhale, the emptiness in her body instantly disappeared, which made her have no more doubts about Yao Yan's words.

She carefully put away the pills, then looked at Yao Yan and said in a deep voice, "Those old geezers want to see you. If you really want to take Cai Die away, you'll have to persuade them yourself."

Speaking of Cai Die, a hint of displeasure appeared in her eyes, because this was the name that the man in front of her had given to his sister. Unfortunately, his sister loved this name very much and even pestered her to give her a name too, something like Cai Lin, which left Queen Medusa extremely helpless.

Faced with her own younger sister, she couldn't refuse and ultimately had to agree.

"Okay, that's exactly what I wanted to ask those old geezers, whether they've lost their minds."

Yao Yan nodded and said with a smile, he was not very familiar with the rules of the snake people, but wasn't it a good thing that two Medusa Queens could emerge in this generation? Why force one of them to kill the other? It was really incomprehensible. Did the snake people also have so-called power struggles? But didn't the fantasy world always emphasize the supremacy of strength?

Looking at Queen Medusa, who had not yet broken through to the Dou Zong level, he had some guesses in his mind.

Hai Bodong leaned closer and whispered, "Shall I go with you?"

"The temple of the Serpent People is off-limits to outsiders."

Queen Medusa glanced at Hai Bodong, her sweet voice carrying a hint of cold indifference. She gave Yao Yan face because of Yao Yan's talent and background, but as for Hai Bodong, she clearly didn't think much of him and even regarded him as Yao Yan's 'servant'.

Isn't that what medicine says?!

Hai Bodong thought to himself that he had a rebuttal, but considering the relationship between Yao Yan and Cai Die, he could only remain silent.

"The Purple Crystal Essence-Stabilizing Pill should also work for you. Give it a try."

Yao Yan took out a Purple Crystal Foundation-Strengthening Pill and handed it over, saying with a smile, "This pill is a modified version of the Deer-Original Foundation-Strengthening Pill. It is a pill that strengthens the foundation and improves aptitude. It is effective for everyone, the only difference being the strength of the effect. So there is no problem in letting Hai Bodong try it."

As for Hai Bodong, he also intended to cultivate him. The other party's talent was not bad, and his temperament was also excellent. What he lacked was only opportunity, and Yao Yan obviously did not lack these.

Hai Bodong was taken aback when he heard this, and then glanced at Queen Medusa. Wasn't this pill meant for her to refine?

Yao Yan noticed Hai Bodong's confusion and explained, "Its main function is to improve aptitude, but the effect varies from person to person. Queen Medusa's problem is due to the depletion of her essence, and one of the main ingredients of this pill is just right for her, which can replenish her depleted essence."

Upon hearing this, Hai Bodong's eyes showed a hint of surprise. He didn't ask anything further, but solemnly cupped his hands in greeting to Yao Yan, as if to say that he was willing to give his life to Yao Yan.

A single Rank 6 pill that can improve one's aptitude is enough for a Dou Huang to risk his life for.

Queen Medusa glanced at the lucky fellow, looked at Yao Yan, and urged, "Let's go. With your talent as an alchemist, those old guys won't make things too difficult for you."

She knew the nature of those old folks all too well: they were conservative, opportunistic, and bullies who preyed on the weak and feared the strong...

Yao Yan nodded. He wasn't worried at all that the other party would make things difficult for him. He wasn't stupid enough to be bullied without knowing how to fight back. If those old guys didn't know their own strength, he wouldn't mind helping Queen Medusa reshape the rules of the snake people. With two Queen Medusas and Hai Bodong, plus himself, taking down four elders of the snake people shouldn't be a big problem.

Hai Bodong watched the two leave, and seeing the snake-people guards resuming their duties at the gate, he sat down cross-legged and swallowed the Purple Crystal Source-Stabilizing Pill that Yao Yan had given him, beginning to refine its medicinal power.

As a warm medicinal power swept through his body, his cells seemed to cheer, as if parched land had been irrigated. An extremely comfortable feeling emerged, and at the same time, the speed of his battle qi circulation also began to accelerate, and the circulation became smoother and smoother, sweeping away many of the previous constraints.

It's like a ditch being dredged up by a flood, washing away all the filth inside.

……

Hai Bodong was experiencing the magic of the Purple Crystal Essence-Stabilizing Pill, while Yao Yan was admiring his sister-in-law's slender waist. Compared to the butterfly snake tail, Queen Medusa's snake tail was obviously more sexy. After all, purple was more charming, and men always had a special fondness for black and purple.

Girls wearing purple always have a lot of charm...

"If you don't want your eyes anymore, I can take them out for you."

Queen Medusa naturally noticed Yao Yan's bold gaze, and her eyes turned cold as she glared at her fiercely, threateningly.

Yao Yan was obviously thick-skinned and didn't care at all. He said confidently, "Everyone loves beauty. It's understandable that I'm attracted to Her Majesty the Queen, who is so beautiful."

As he spoke, he seemed to realize that what he was saying made a lot of sense, and he couldn't help but nod in agreement.

"...If I had known you were this kind of person before, I would never have let you take my sister away."

Queen Medusa's breath hitched, and then she spoke with a hint of anger in her voice.

What kind of person am I?

Yao Yan was curious upon hearing this and asked, as he was eager to know how Queen Medusa evaluated him when she first saw him.

Queen Medusa didn't speak, but her hips swayed even more alluringly, and she quickened her pace. She didn't want to continue this boring topic with Yao Yan, because it was too late to say anything now. The so-called "if only I had known"... if only I had known earlier, what troubles would there be in this world?

Seeing that Queen Medusa was unwilling to say more, Yao Yan did not continue to pester her, and calmly followed behind her, admiring her beauty.

Following behind the two, Flower Snake looked at them strangely. This was the first time she had seen Her Majesty the Queen suppress her emotions. In the past, Her Majesty would do whatever she wanted and was always extremely domineering. She even dared to confront the four elders of the Snake People.

However, considering the relationship between the human before him and the other queen, he couldn't help but understand.

The group soon arrived at the temple of the snake people.

A vast palace extends deep underground, its interior lavishly decorated and resplendent in gold. Numerous carvings of serpentine beasts adorn the interior, their enormous heads overlooking the entire underground palace. Furthermore, numerous protective arrays within the palace form barriers that safeguard it.

An array... When Yao Yan saw this thing, his heart stirred slightly. In fact, the Dou Qi Continent had a high level of research on arrays. In the original work, when the Soul Emperor sacrificed the entire Central Continent, he used a huge array, which took nearly a thousand years to complete.

The Medicine Clan also has many formations, but very few people specialize in them. They are mostly possessed by clans or forces, and individuals rarely touch them.

However, Yao Yan was well aware that array formations were the mainstream in the vast world, and even a profession was born for this: Spirit Array Master.

Yao Yan had a plan in mind. He knew that it was unreliable to focus on this kind of thing on the Dou Qi Continent. After all, the Dou Qi Continent did not have the inheritance of spirit array masters. Simple arrays were not as powerful as Dou Qi, and most of them required strong people to preside over them. However, it was still okay to get involved in a little bit of it.

If there is an opportunity to control the Blood Sacrifice Central Plains formation in the future... it seems to be a good match for Yao Yan's Devouring Spirit Clan bloodline.

Unfortunately, this matter is against the natural order and is not suitable for me to do. It would be perfect if the Soul Emperor could finish the job and I could collect the benefits. Villains have always liked to provide conveniences for the protagonists, bear all the consequences, and give away all the benefits.

Just as he was lost in thought, a tall palace came into view. On the high platform sat four powerful snake-people, each wearing an ancient mask, looking like some kind of ancient priest.

Clearly, these four are the four elders of the Snake-People tribe.

"You're the human alchemist who took the traitor away?!"

Before Yao Yan could speak, the leading snake-man elder stood up and questioned him, his gaze serious and cold, clearly not the kind of snake-man to be trifled with.

Such a terrible attitude?!

Yao Yan raised an eyebrow, about to say something, when Queen Medusa stood up for him, snorting coldly, "He is my guest, you all had better watch your manners!"

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 101 Maintaining Harmony

Queen Medusa's words undoubtedly silenced the room. The four elders all cast cold glances at her, clearly not expecting her to say such a thing.

Yao Yan looked at Queen Medusa with some surprise. He didn't think that his relationship with her was enough to warrant her speaking up for him. Even if she was wary of his background, she shouldn't be so resolute, unless she herself wanted to turn against these four old guys.

The leading elder said in a deep voice, "Your Majesty, do not forget that you are the leader of the Snake People!"

Queen Medusa snorted coldly and said in a chilling voice, "Hmph, if that's what you think, then you shouldn't have disobeyed my orders!"

The atmosphere was truly awkward… Yao Yan watched as Queen Medusa clashed head-on with the four elders of the Snake-People clan, and couldn't help but sigh inwardly. After they finished their exchange, he calmly said, “I am not a member of the Snake-People clan, and their rules cannot restrict me. My presence in the Snake-People clan is entirely due to Cai Die. If you have any concerns, you can raise them now.”

His dark eyes calmly swept across the entire arena; those powerful figures with the aura of a Dou Huang were nothing in his eyes.

A Dou Huang... that's nothing more than a slightly larger ant.

If he really had such thoughts, wiping out the entire snake-people race would be a matter of moments. In the end, he just didn't want to be a ruthless beast. He could kill, but he wouldn't kill indiscriminately.

As soon as he finished speaking, he stepped forward and took a light step, the violent force directly crushing the ground beneath his feet, cracks spreading outwards.

"...As long as you're not afraid to die."

Compared to Queen Medusa, Yao Yan's tone was more domineering and sharp, leaving no room for negotiation.

As soon as Yao Yan spoke, the scene became incredibly quiet. The four elders stared at Yao Yan with surprise and doubt. Even Queen Medusa looked at Yao Yan in surprise, clearly not expecting him to say such resolute words. If this could not be resolved, it would undoubtedly completely ruin the relationship with the Snake-People.

Is Yao Yan afraid because his relationship with the snake people has soured?

He had never taken the Serpent People seriously, and his current easing of relations with them was only out of consideration for Queen Medusa and her companion.

"Human, you are too arrogant!"

"presumptuous!"

……

As Yao Yan finished speaking, the attitudes of the four elders changed instantly. They glared at Yao Yan and said in a deep voice, as if their authority had been challenged. Those in positions of power are always like this; they can order their subordinates around as they please, but they will not allow their subordinates to disobey them.

This method might be very effective against the snake people of the snake-people race, but it is obviously useless against Yao Yan.

"Think about it, do you want me to help you take care of these four old guys?"

Ignoring the other party's expression, Yao Yan looked calmly at Queen Medusa and said softly.

The four elders' expressions turned extremely cold as they glared at Yao Yan, about to say something, but were interrupted by Queen Medusa's cold laugh: "It's not impossible. If these old fellows don't know what's good for them, I wouldn't mind replacing a few elders."

She shrugged and said nonchalantly.

Clearly, she wasn't very concerned about the life or death of the four elders.

Upon hearing Queen Medusa's words, the four elders' expressions changed slightly. They glared at her, wanting to rebuke her, but because Yao Yan was present, they held back and could only offer powerless protests with their eyes. However, their gazes were clearly useless to Queen Medusa.

"Elders, this is our attitude. Whether you like it or not, the final outcome will not change."

Yao Yan smiled, looked at the four elders on the high platform, and calmly said.

However, it's not impossible to give these four old geezers at the Douhuang level face and call them elders, or to send them to their graves if we don't. With his alchemy skills, it wouldn't be difficult for him to train a few Douhuang-level experts for the snake people in a short period of time.

Queen Medusa looked at the elders calmly, her attitude towards this issue involving her own sister being exactly the same as Yao Yan's.

"..."

Seeing Yao Yan and Queen Medusa's shared hatred for the enemy, the four elders of the snake-people clan fell silent. They exchanged glances, momentarily at a loss for words. In their minds, they would simply exert some pressure on the human alchemist and force him to give them some benefits, and the matter would be over. However, the attitude of the other party and Queen Medusa left them at a loss.

It's obviously not advisable to completely break off relations.

A sixth-grade alchemist who is not yet seventeen years old has such talent that he deserves the respect of the four elders, and they can even let him do whatever he wants. However, how to save face has become a problem. He can't just kneel down and beg for food, can he?