Qing Lin answered happily, then ordered Yao Xiaotian, "Get up."
Yao Xiaotian, who had been lying on the ground, abruptly opened his eyes and rose to his feet with a dazed look. When he saw Qing Lin, a brief struggle flickered in his eyes before they turned docile, and he walked to her side.
"Qing Lin, have you controlled him now?" Xiao Yi Xian asked curiously as she looked at the obedient Yao Xiaotian.
"Yes. I can control him now, and because his mind remains intact, aside from obeying my orders, he is no different from before." Qing Lin spoke with a hint of pride, looking at Gu He as though seeking praise.
"Excellent. By controlling Yao Xiaotian, we have gained preliminary control over the Nine Netherworld Nether Python clan. Once you grow stronger and control their Great Elder as well, you will have essentially taken control of the entire clan." Gu He placed a hand on Qing Lin's head, ruffled her hair, and smiled.
"With Yao Xiaotian covering for us, we need not fear being discovered by the other experts of the Nine Netherworld Nether Python clan while we remain here. We can cultivate in peace for a while." A relaxed smile appeared on Caiyi's stunning face.
The main issue with cultivating here was that she needed to remain in the Nine Netherworld Yellow Springs for an extended period. Yet the Nine Netherworld Yellow Springs belonged to the Nine Netherworld Nether Python clan, and staying too long would inevitably draw their attention. Now that Qing Lin had controlled the clan leader, as long as Yao Xiaotian gave the order, few besides the Great Elder would dare defy him. Even that Great Elder would not readily go against Yao Xiaotian unless major interests were involved. This made their position within