Liu Bai could not help but feel a little expectant.
With the financially powerful support of the Snake-Person Tribe, along with the Heavenly Flames in hand, his path of pill refinement could practically be said to be smooth sailing.
Time slowly passed.
One day, Liu Bai took the initiative to seek out Queen Medusa.
"Master Liu Bai, what is it?"
Queen Medusa's voice remained cold and detached, devoid of any extra emotion.
Liu Bai cleared his throat, his tone fairly polite.
"Your Majesty, there is something I need to discuss with you. I... may need to leave for a few days."
"Leave?"
Queen Medusa's brows instantly furrowed, and her tone abruptly turned cold.
"You should understand that before the matter of evolution has been settled, you—"
"I know, I know."
Liu Bai hurriedly waved his hand to interrupt her, a trace of helplessness appearing on his face.
"Your Majesty, I understand your concerns. You are worried that I might leave without a word, or reveal the relevant secrets. However, I truly have a reason I must leave, and I can guarantee that I will only be gone temporarily for a few days. I will return very soon."
Queen Medusa stared directly at him, her gaze as sharp as a blade.
"Give me a reason why I must let you leave."
Her tone was icy.
"Otherwise, you should understand that you will not be able to leave."
Liu Bai spread his hands and lightly sighed.
"Your Majesty, some things really are difficult to explain. Simply put, I have private matters that must be dealt with. These next few days will also give you time to peacefully make your final preparations before evolution, adjust your condition, and once I return, we can officially begin."
He paused. Seeing that Queen Medusa's expression remained