Departure, Tagor Desert! [Seeking Follow-ups!]

If Xiao Ze had not taken the initiative to attack, perhaps Yun Yun would have had to leave with regrets.

Feeling the warmth at the tips of her lips, Yun Yun's eyes gradually grew hazy.

Although it was her first time engaging in such intimate affairs, it did not stop her from enjoying this little game for two that belonged solely to them.

That night, they did not sleep a wink.

It was not until the sun was high in the sky the next day that Xiao Ze felt fully satisfied.

Now a three-star Dou Zong, dealing with a Dou Emperor expert was entirely within his grasp.

Under his nourishment, the color gradually returned to Yun Yun's face; the hidden injuries she had sustained while battling the Amethyst Winged Lion King had been completely healed by the night's activities.

As for her cultivation, there was even a faint possibility of further advancement.

"Thank you, Xiao Ze." Yun Yun lay in his arms, her heart filled with immense satisfaction.

Although there had been a few unexpected turns during this trip, the harvest had been bountiful.

"This is only what a husband should do," Xiao Ze said softly.

Unlike his other three wives, Yun Yun felt as if she were made of water—completely natural and effortless; the sensation was incredibly smooth and refreshing.

Everything went without saying.

Especially her figure, elegant and poised; she was truly the definition of a mature, graceful woman.

Just as Xiao Ze was reminiscing, the system's voice rang out once more.

[Ding! Congratulations to the Host for completing the dual cultivation. Reward: one Human-Shaping Pill!]

A Human-Shaping Pill?

The Human-Shaping Pill could allow a Magical Beast to completely shed its beast form, granting it the long lifespan of a Magical Beast while possessing the cultivation talent of a human.

Xiao Ze thought this was truly excellent; it would be perfect for his mount to make up for the losses of the past few days.

"Xiao Ze, why don't you come with me to the Misty Cloud Sect?"

"With you there, we could surely bring the Misty Cloud Sect to new heights. By then, you would be the Sect Master, and I would be the Sect Master's wife?"

Yun Yun's words made Xiao Ze sit up in surprise.

"Yun'er, I'm afraid I cannot go to the Misty Cloud Sect with you just yet. I still have a mission to complete, but I swear, the moment I finish, I will come to find you."

He certainly could not go to the Misty Cloud Sect, at least not right now.

He had to take down Queen Medusa first; after all, the Misty Cloud Sect had more than just Yun Shan as a Dou Zong expert—there were also Soul Hall protectors lurking in the shadows.

If he went up there now, wouldn't he just be walking straight into a trap?

Hearing this, a look of sadness appeared on Yun Yun's face. This was the first time she had ever felt such passion for a man, and she had hoped to bring him home to meet her master, but now it seemed impossible.

"Then you must remember to come find me."

Yun Yun felt a deep reluctance to part, but she had lingered here for too long, and the Misty Cloud Sect could not function without her presiding over the big picture.

"Rest assured, Yun'er, I won't let you wait too long." Xiao Ze kissed Yun Yun on the forehead, bidding her a final farewell.

Although their next meeting might be the start of a war against the Misty Cloud Sect, and he was unsure if Yun Yun would stand on his side, he had no regrets about his actions today.

Watching Yun Yun depart, the Amethyst Winged Lion King felt a sense of relief.

"Master, you have finally sent her away."

Over the past few days, this woman had nearly stripped its home bare, occupied its room, and engaged in those little games for two, leaving it—a lone beast—to wither in the wind.

It was simply bullying a beast too far!

"What, are you reluctant to part with a few pieces of Amethyst Crystal?" Xiao Ze chuckled.

Having his inner thoughts exposed, the Amethyst Winged Lion King could only offer a sheepish smile. How could it dare to argue? This woman was, after all, the Master's woman; what difference did it make whether things were given to her or to the Master?

"Don't worry, I won't treat you poorly for following me." With that, Xiao Ze took out the Human-Shaping Pill.

"Consider this Human-Shaping Pill as compensation for you."

"A Human-Shaping Pill!!" The Amethyst Winged Lion King's eyes went wide the moment it saw the pill.

"Master, is... is this for me?"

The Amethyst Winged Lion King's eyes were filled with disbelief. One had to know that the Human-Shaping Pill was a Tier 7 medicinal pill.

In the entire Jia Ma Empire, there was not a single person capable of refining it. Such a grand gift left it feeling overwhelmed by the favor.

"Look at how you're acting. As long as you are one of my own, it's just a Human-Shaping Pill. Follow me, and what won't you have in the future?"

The Amethyst Winged Lion King's current behavior was just like a lapdog he had raised in his previous life.

It would wag its tail frantically for the slightest reward.

"Thank you for your grace, Master!"

The Amethyst Winged Lion King did not understand what a lapdog was; it only knew that its second spring was about to arrive.

With the Human-Shaping Pill, it could completely shed its beast form, thereby gaining the long lifespan of a Magical Beast, combined with the cultivation talent of a human.

The Amethyst Winged Lion King did not make Xiao Ze wait for long.

Soon, a youth with flowing purple hair appeared before him, his eyes as deep as the sea.

He exuded an untamed temperament, as if he were born with the majesty of a king, making others afraid to meet his gaze directly.

Xiao Ze nodded in satisfaction at the sight.

"Not bad, you have three parts of my handsomeness."

Amethyst Winged Lion King: "..."

"Many thanks to Master for the grace of my rebirth; this subordinate will certainly live up to your expectations in the future!"

Having transformed into human form, the Amethyst Winged Lion King had never experienced such a wonderful day.

He was confident that, given enough time, the realm of Dou Zong was within reach!

"Rest assured, it is not yet your turn to risk your life; just serve well as my mount, and from now on, you shall be called Xiao Zi."

Mounting the Amethyst Winged Lion King, who had reverted to his beast form, Xiao Ze pointed in a direction.

The destination: the Tagor Desert.

The Tagor Desert was located on the eastern border of the empire, a vast and boundless expanse that also served as the habitat for the Snake-People Tribe.

Desert City was a frontier town situated near the Tagor Desert.

"Master, why have we come here?"

Looking at the city standing in the desert, Xiao Zi asked in confusion.

The sky here was filled with yellow dust, and there was no sign of life to be seen.

Xiao Ze smiled and said, "Naturally, to find a helper, and while we're at it, to see how the former Ice Emperor is faring."

He could hardly wait to retrieve that player who only ever fought in peak-tier matches.

Before entering Desert City, Xiao Ze had to make Xiao Zi revert to his human form; otherwise, flying in with such a massive body would likely result in them being shot down by a hail of arrows.

Although it wouldn't cause them any real harm, Xiao Ze chose to walk in to avoid unnecessary trouble.

As they approached the city, it was evident that most of the men here bared their arms, revealing skin that glistened with a dark sheen, while the women they encountered, though their skin was also slightly dark, possessed a sexy, bronze-toned beauty.

Along the way, Xiao Ze feasted his eyes, clicking his tongue in wonder.

Compared to the shy and reserved women within the empire, these people appeared much more open.

The way their water-snake-like waists swayed wantonly left a unique impression on the heart.

Xiao Zi, having returned to human form, also displayed a look of appreciation upon seeing these humans.

Compared to magical beasts, the humans here were simply exquisite creatures gifted by the heavens, making one feel an itch in their heart.

Seeing his inexperienced demeanor, Xiao Ze showed a look of disdain; this was nothing, wait until you see Queen Medusa, and you will have plenty to appreciate then.

Soon, following his memories, Xiao Ze and his companion arrived at a map shop named "Ancient Map."

Seeing this, a smile tugged at the corners of Xiao Ze's mouth.

If there was anyone he most hoped to recruit under his banner, it was undoubtedly none other than the Ice Emperor, one of the former top ten powerhouses.

Moreover, the Ice Emperor hailed from the Mite'er Family.

Helping the Ice Emperor was, in essence, helping his own wife.