Although Xiao Chuan might not be a match for Queen Medusa at the Dou Emperor Peak, he had an incredible Flight Dou Technique in his hands!
Unless the opponent was a Dou Ancestor Expert, no one could hope to catch him!
That was his trump card.
Before leaving, Xiao Chuan obtained a map of the Tagor Desert from Hai Bo Dong.
He was going to the Snake-Person Holy City. Only there could he find the Sand Mandala and refine pills to restore Hai Bo Dong's cultivation.
The Snake-Person Holy City was the central city of the snake-people, though it was not as prosperous as Jia Ma Holy City.
While Xiao Chuan headed for the holy city, Yun Yun and Hai Bo Dong had already spread news of the Heavenly Flames around Shi Mo City.
Once the news spread, the Snake-Person Tribe's scouts would certainly obtain the information, and it would not be long before it reached Queen Medusa's ears.
Sure enough.
Within the council palace, an alluring woman sat upon the throne. She wore an elegant purple brocade robe, her voluptuous and exquisite figure resembling a ripe peach.
Beneath the robe, a section of purple snake tail was exposed. Its slender tip swayed gently, stirring endless fantasies.
"Her Majesty the Queen, we have received reliable intelligence. A Heavenly Flame has appeared, and even Sect Master Yun Yun of the Misty Cloud Sect has arrived."
In the great hall, an equally alluring woman was delivering her report. Yet compared to Queen Medusa's allure, hers was like a pheasant standing beside a Fenghuang.
"Commander Yue Mei, tell me the details." Queen Medusa rested her cheek on one hand, every bit the regal queen.
"Not long ago, a large number of mercenaries from Shi Mo City were directed by someone to search for something in the desert."
Yue Mei continued, "Afterward, it was the Misty Cloud Sect's turn. We captured a mercenary not long ago, and learned from him that they had previously been searching for an area even hotter than the desert itself."
Queen Medusa frowned slightly. If what that man said was true, then these people were most likely searching for a Heavenly Flame.
"Her Majesty the Queen, our people have already investigated thoroughly. The Misty Cloud Sect does not have many powerful experts," Yue Mei said.
Queen Medusa slowly rose to her feet. "Gather the leaders of the other tribes. We will make a trip there."
Her cultivation had remained at the Dou Emperor Peak for many years. Her bloodline prevented her from advancing further, so only by evolving into a Seven-Colored Heaven Swallowing Python could she take another step forward.
Queen Medusa carried the future of the Snake-Person Tribe upon her shoulders. She was unwilling to be merely a Dou Emperor Peak.
"I'll go inform them at once."
Yue Mei turned and left the great hall, hurrying outside.
Queen Medusa had long considered devouring a Heavenly Flame, so she had made many preparations. For instance, the Ice Spirit Cold Spring could protect her meridians and five viscera after being consumed, offsetting the terrifying heat produced when the Heavenly Flame entered her body.
She had always been searching for the whereabouts of a Heavenly Flame, but there were only so many of them. The chances of finding one were far too small.
Now that she had received news of one, even if it was a trap, she still had to go. After all, in the Tagor Desert, no one could stop her.
This was her territory!!
After keeping watch outside for several days, Xiao Chuan had thoroughly mapped out the surrounding Snake-Person Holy City.
Now, all he lacked was the right opportunity!
Hard work paid off.
Xiao Chuan finally saw Queen Medusa leave. The direction she headed was precisely Shi Mo City.
"Go on, go on!"
Xiao Chuan knew Queen Medusa could not possibly refine the Green Lotus Core Flame, so he was not worried about the Heavenly Flame's situation.
The Snake-Person Tribe had more than just Queen Medusa as a Dou Emperor Peak expert. They also had four Dou Emperor Peak experts in seclusion.
As long as he was careful, Xiao Chuan definitely would not draw their attention. Besides, he possessed Soul Power at the Spirit Realm Great Perfection.
Near Shi Mo City, Yun Yun and Hai Bo Dong were in the area where the Green Lotus Core Flame was located.
Yun Yun found it hard to believe. "He just handed over the Heavenly Flame like that?"
Queen Medusa was at the Dou Emperor Peak.
Even with Hai Bo Dong having recovered his strength, they might not be her match.
Therefore, once Queen Medusa arrived, they could only retreat. After all, she might not come alone and would certainly bring other Dou Wang leaders with her.
Hai Bo Dong was deeply moved. He had never expected Xiao Chuan to give up the Heavenly Flame just to obtain the Sand Mandala.
If Yun Yun had not been beside him, he might even have shed a few tears for show.
This was too touching!
If he were a woman in his next life, he would definitely marry Xiao Chuan and bear him seven or eight chubby sons!
"Do you two have some unspeakable deal going on?" If Yun Yun had not known Xiao Chuan was very straight, she would truly have suspected that the two of them were involved.
This was a Heavenly Flame!!
What alchemist would not treat it as a treasure? Even Pill King Gu He wanted to obtain a Heavenly Flame now!
As Yun Yun pondered this, her thoughts quickly drifted elsewhere. If I encountered danger, would he save me too, just as he treated Hai Bo Dong?
"Danger is here." Hai Bo Dong's voice pulled them back to reality. A figure swiftly flew in from the distance—it was Queen Medusa in red.
Yun Yun and the others faced a formidable enemy, watching as she slowly approached.
"Stop!!"
Yun Yun drew her longsword and instantly slashed toward Queen Medusa. "I am Yun Yun, Sect Master of the Misty Cloud Sect. I ask that Queen Medusa halt!"
"Halt!?" Queen Medusa snorted coldly. With a mere wave of her hand, she shattered the sword strike. "The entire desert is the territory of my Snake-Person Tribe. You come to my territory and dare tell me to halt?"
The aura of the Dou Emperor Peak erupted abruptly. Those below the Dou Emperor realm could not help wanting to kneel.
Yun Yun refused to be outdone and likewise unleashed the might of a Dou Emperor, but her aura was far too weak compared to Queen Medusa's.
This aura eased the pressure on Hai Bo Dong and the others, preventing them from suffering as badly as before.
"You leave first!" Yun Yun gave Hai Bo Dong a look, telling him to take the others away.
Hai Bo Dong immediately understood. He knew which leaders had yet to arrive, and now was the best opportunity to leave.
Queen Medusa ignored Hai Bo Dong and the others as they turned to depart. Her gaze remained fixed on Yun Yun. "I heard Sect Master Yun has been searching for a Heavenly Flame. Now that you are lingering here, have you already found something?"
"What Heavenly Flame? We came out merely to search for a magical beast hidden within the underground rock veins," Yun Yun said calmly.
Queen Medusa could not spot any flaw, but the intelligence was right before her. She could not possibly believe Yun Yun's words.
"This place seems a little different."
At those words, Yun Yun's expression changed slightly. She deliberately revealed a flaw for Queen Medusa to notice.
Queen Medusa immediately caught it and fixed her eyes on the area beneath Yun Yun.
The temperature here seemed different from that of other areas. Perhaps the Heavenly Flame was hidden below!!
Yun Yun kept her distance the entire time. As long as Queen Medusa made a move, she would immediately leave this place.
If the Dou Wang leaders arrived and she did not leave quickly, she might die here.
Yun Yun issued a stern warning. "Queen Medusa, do not celebrate too soon. Pill King Gu He, Jia Xingtian, and the experts of the Jia Ma Empire are on their way. You will not be able to take the Heavenly Flame!"
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