In Battle Through the Heavens, lying down makes you stronger.

Chapter 155 The Lion King is being targeted

The Azure Lotus Earth Core Flame is dispensable to me; even if I were to devour it with the Taiyin True Flame, it wouldn't necessarily allow me to evolve.

However, it is of paramount importance to Xiao Yan, as it relates to whether he can grow up.

So, let's give the Burning Technique to Emperor Yan!

Ignoring the Azure Lotus Earth Core Flame beside him, Xiao Ran continued his cultivation.

With the system's support, plus the relentless detoxification that occurs every night after darkness falls.

The practice is not boring at all.

As time went by, Xiao Ran's aura became increasingly complete.

……

Inside the headquarters of the Desert Iron Mercenary Group.

Xiao Ding and Xiao Li both sat solemnly in their chairs.

Listening to Xiao Yan recount the events of their trip.

However, Xiao Yan only selectively mentioned that he and Xiao Ran went to search for traces of the Strange Flame, and that Xiao Ran had a conversation with Queen Medusa, helping her advance in exchange for the Strange Flame.

Queen Medusa, however, imprisoned Xiao Yan and Xiao Ran afterwards.

It was not mentioned that he added anything to Medusa's advanced battle aura vortex.

After listening, both Xiao Ding and Xiao Li looked solemn.

Xiaoqing's face was also filled with worry.

Xiao Li looked up at Xiao Ding.

"Brother, I think there is no time to lose. We must immediately send people into the desert to search for Ran's whereabouts."

Xiao Yan shook his head, looking worried.

"But Queen Medusa of the Snake-People tribe has already advanced to the level of a Dou Zong powerhouse."

"If we rashly infiltrate, I'm afraid no matter how many strong warriors we send, it will only be suicide."

Hearing this, Xiaoqing asked anxiously,

"What about the First and Second Regiment Commanders, young master? Aren't they in great danger right now?"

Xiao Yan and Xiao Li both sighed softly and remained silent.

Xiao Ding, who was in the lead, pondered for a moment, scratched his chin, and then smiled at everyone, saying,

"Actually, I think we don't need to worry at all."

Everyone looked at Xiao Ding with suspicion.

Xiao Ding said slowly,

"Given Queen Medusa's fearsome reputation, if she harbors any murderous intent towards Ran, she would likely strike with deadly force."

"As Xiao Yanzi said earlier, Queen Medusa did not kill Ran Di immediately, but instead captured him and took him back."

"This shows that Queen Medusa was indeed a ruthless person."

"But he is the chieftain of the snake people. The greatest characteristic of a chieftain, besides being powerful, is his wisdom."

"She can't be blind to Ran's value!"

Xiao Ding and Xiao Yan exchanged a glance and both nodded in agreement.

Xiao Ding continued,

"Xiao Ranzi was able to help Queen Medusa advance to the next level, and she is also an alchemist."

"Then consider this: in which faction wouldn't someone with such talent be highly valued?"

"Therefore, I dare say that Brother Ran is not in danger for the time being."

"Unbeknownst to them, they are currently trying to figure out how to persuade Xiao Ranzi to serve them wholeheartedly."

Xiao Li nodded.

"Brother is right, but what if it goes on for too long? We can't just stand by and watch Ran-di be left in the Snake-People tribe, can we?"

Xiao Ding frowned slightly and fell into deep thought.

Xiao Yan already knew that Medusa had become Ran's sister-in-law, and he believed in Ran's abilities, believing that he would surely succeed in winning over Queen Medusa.

The reason I mentioned these things earlier was to give them a heads-up, so that when Ran and his wife are all happily married, he, the matchmaker, will be exposed and end up getting a double beating from the couple.

However, he only pretended to do it for now; if he continued, his two elder brothers would really be worried.

He then laughed and said,

"Big brother and second brother, there's no need to worry. If they dare to force Ran-ge or illegally detain him, then I don't know if there are any other possibilities."

"But if they ask Brother Ran to refine pills for them, and those pills are placed right in front of their mouths, would they dare to eat them?"

"I know very well that alchemists have many ways to tamper with the pills they create!"

"Besides, Ran-ge is handsome, intelligent, and kind; he'll definitely return safely!"

Xiao Ding and Xiao Li: "..."

Seeing Xiao Yan's confident demeanor, Xiao Ding and Xiao Li had no choice but to believe Xiao Ran now.

Xiaoqing, however, bowed to the group.

"Commander, Second Commander, I'll go check on Uncle Lion and see if he has any ideas."

Xiao Ding's eyes lit up. That's right, Xiao Ran's magical beast was a sixth-tier magical beast.

Although it cannot compare to the overall strength of the Serpent People, it is still far superior to the small and insignificant Desert Iron Mercenary Group!

"Okay! Let's do it that way!"

at the same time,

A group of uninvited guests arrived in Stone Desert City.

The headquarters of the Desert Iron Mercenary Group.

Two figures were lurking furtively in a corner of an alley diagonally opposite the Mo Tie Mercenary Group's base.

Both men were dressed in brown robes, with a badge bearing the character "墨" (Mo) on their chests.

The slightly taller man asked in a low voice,

"Is it confirmed? But it's among them?"

The shorter, thinner man nodded emphatically and said with delight,

"That's right!"

"I've seen it clearly for the past two days; that strange, large lion is right here in this mercenary group's encampment."

"The news has been relayed back to the family. If the elders come and subdue it, and then use transplantation techniques to attach that enormous clawed garment to their bodies, our family's strength will surely increase greatly."

The tall man said disdainfully,

"You, a mere Great Dou Master, dare to think you can transplant that purple lion's claw? I'd be more likely to!"

The lean man said smugly,

"You're just envious! The elder has already replied; if the trip goes smoothly, he will reward me with a lion's paw on behalf of the clan leader!"

"Really? That's a magical beast at the Douling level!" the tall man exclaimed in astonishment.

The lean man tilted his head back smugly.

"You wouldn't know, would you? I was the first to spot that purple lion! And it looked like it was seriously injured, its face was bruised and swollen!"

The tall man's expression was full of envy.

"What great luck!"

"Eighth Brother, you've made a great contribution to our Mo family this time. Please tell the elders to give me that lion whip..."

The lean man said irritably,

"Don't even think about it! That's already been reserved by the young clan leader; he wants it transplanted!"

"Emmm..."

Seeing the tall man looking somewhat dejected, the lean man felt sorry for him and offered words of comfort.

"Big guy, don't be discouraged. Let's keep a close eye on this job. When the young clan leader gets the Purple Lion's, then the Demon Wolf's..."

The tall man's eyes lit up instantly, and he exclaimed with delight,

"That's right! How come I didn't think of that!"

"While the Gale Wolf isn't quite as good as the Purple Lion, it's still an excellent machine!"

"Once the elders arrive with the clan's strongest members, we'll have accomplished a great service. I'm sure the clan won't refuse such a small request!"

"That's right, that's exactly how it works!"

"Hahaha! The moment for me, Lin, to once again reign supreme is about to arrive!"

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(End of this chapter)