The Queen's Counterattack: Xiao Yan, You Are Mine!

Queen Medusa's figure vanished instantly under the influence of Spatial Strength, but her words, trembling with shame and anger, seemed to still linger in the scorching desert wind.

Although her words carried an undeniable Medusa authority, they also concealed a hint of barely concealed panic.

Xiao Yan stood there, his fingertips still seemingly retaining the smooth, slightly cool touch.

He gazed in the direction where the Medusa had disappeared, a smile playing on his lips.

The Snake-Person Queen, who had always intimidated the Jia Ma Empire with her ruthlessness and coldness, could no longer maintain her image as a cold and beautiful Medusa in front of him. Instead, she was like a pure and lovely young girl.

In the square, the Eight Great Leaders, Hua She'er, and the elite Snake-Person Tribe who had rushed over upon hearing the news all lowered their heads in unison, looking down at their noses and focusing on their inner thoughts, as if the thrilling scene from just now had never happened.

The ambiguous atmosphere in the air and the proud expression on the Prince Consort's face made everyone secretly admire him.

As expected of His Highness the Prince Consort, look what he's done to Her Majesty the Medusa...

"Cough..."

Finally, it was Yin Shi, the mature and prudent leader, who broke the delicate silence with a dry cough.

He bowed respectfully to Xiao Yan, his face showing both reverence and a hint of elder's kindness towards a junior.

"Prince Consort Highness, since Her Majesty the Medusa has urgent matters to attend to and has entrusted you with overseeing related matters before her departure, it would be better if your subordinates discussed the preparations for the relocation of the various tribes first, and then, after we have produced a detailed plan, we can ask Your Highness and Her Medusa to make a final decision."

Upon hearing this, the other leaders, including Mo Basi and Yan Ci, who had been beaten the most severely earlier, all restrained their arrogance and bowed in unison.

"Please give your instructions, Prince Consort Highness!"

The crowd's voices were loud and clear, revealing their sincere admiration.

In the Snake-Person Tribe, where strength reigns supreme, the overwhelming power of Xiao Yan and the Medusa's ambiguous attitude towards him have led everyone to fully acknowledge the Prince Consort's status.

Xiao Yan withdrew his gaze, the smile on his face fading slightly, and he regained his composure.

He knew this was not the time to indulge in romantic feelings; the Snake-Person Tribe's migration plan was the most important thing at hand.

He nodded, his voice clear and strong:

"I thank you, leaders. This migration concerns the survival of the entire Snake-Person Tribe, so we must proceed with utmost care and caution. The Snake-Person Tribe have their own unique circumstances, and I, after all, have only recently become Prince Consort and am not very familiar with many matters within the race. Therefore, it is up to you leaders to formulate a plan based on the specific circumstances of your respective races. If you are unsure, I can offer you some suggestions."

Xiao Yan did not intend to rashly exercise his Prince Consort rights and do things like an outsider instructing insiders, but he also did not intend to completely absolve himself of responsibility.

The former makes him appear ignorant and lacking in self-awareness, while the latter makes him appear irresponsible and not treating the Snake-Person Tribe as his own.

Seeing that Xiao Yan's words were well-organized and that he had a good grasp of the appropriate level of restraint, he was completely different from the lazy young man who had teased the Medusa earlier.

The last trace of doubt in the hearts of the Snake-Person Tribe present vanished—this young Prince Consort not only possessed extraordinary strength, but also wisdom and a sense of responsibility befitting his status.

"I will obey Prince Consort Highness's command!"

Yin Shi and the others responded in unison.

"Then I'll leave the planning of the relocation to you all." Xiao Yan nodded slightly, his gaze once again turning towards the depths of the Sacred Hall, the direction the Medusa had just left in. "I'll go see if my sister Medusa needs my help."

After he finished speaking, a flash of silver lightning appeared beneath his feet, and his figure disappeared from the spot, leaving only a faint arc of lightning aura.

Seeing Xiao Yan's terrifying speed, everyone exchanged glances and then breathed a sigh of relief.

Regardless, the imposing presence this Prince Consort exudes is in no way inferior to that of Her Majesty the Medusa; such strength and aura are truly remarkable.

"Let's go. Now that Her Medusa and Prince Consort Highness the Prince have assigned the task, let's discuss the matter of the entire clan's relocation."

After saying that, Yin Shi turned and walked towards his private courtyard in the Holy City.

Seeing this, the others followed suit, unable to hide their excitement.

If they could really move away from this vast desert, it would be a tremendous boon for the Snake-Person Tribe!

Meanwhile, in the Ancient Altar area deep within the Holy City.

It was dark and solemn, with a desolate atmosphere and a faint, strange medicinal fragrance permeating the air.

Ancient serpentine totems are carved on the massive stone wall, emitting a faint glow under the light of the Moonlight Stone embedded around it.

This is Forbidden Ground for the Snake-Person Tribe; even the leaders of the Eight Great Tribes are not qualified to enter.

Queen Medusa leaned against the back of a massive stone pillar engraved with runes, her chest still rising and falling slightly beneath her magnificent purple brocade robe.

The blush on her stunningly beautiful face, which could bewitch all beings, had not yet completely faded, and her amethyst-like eyes were moist, a mixture of embarrassment and an inexplicable flutter in her heart.

"Deeply rooted in love..."

She muttered to herself through gritted teeth, her fingers unconsciously twisting a strand of her hair, her fingertips slightly burning.

"Who's fallen for that guy? Nonsense! I... I just..." She tried to find a reason for herself, "... just for the Snake-Person Tribe! Yes, I only... only went along with him for the future of my people!"

However, this flimsy excuse was nothing but self-deception; it not only failed to reassure her, but instead made her heart beat even faster.

The soul of the Seven-Colored Heaven Swallowing Python churned joyfully in her sea of consciousness, conveying pure joy and a strong sense of dependence on Xiao Yan.

This emotion was like adding fuel to the fire, making Queen Medusa even more agitated.

"You stupid snake! All you know is to side with outsiders!" Her Medusa cursed the Seven-Colored Heaven Swallowing Python's soul in her heart. "Why didn't you stop him when he was making advances on me? Now you're just adding to the chaos!"

Upon hearing this, the Seven-Colored Heaven Swallowing Python tilted its head blankly, as if to say: What are you babbling about? Snakes don't have ears, you can't hear me!

"..."

Queen Medusa was furious.

Suddenly, a faint rumble of thunder sounded not far from her.

Queen Medusa instantly became alert, her seven-colored Dou Qi surging instinctively around her, and her sharp purple eyes swept towards the source of the fluctuations, her expression changing immediately.

"Medusa, are you hiding here sulking?"

Xiao Yan approached slowly with a mischievous smile on his face.

"Who gave you permission to come along! I said no one is allowed to follow!"

Queen Medusa immediately raised her eyebrows, trying to adopt an aloof and majestic posture, attempting to use her aura to intimidate Xiao Yan.

However, she clearly forgot that from their first meeting until now, her Medusa authority had never had any effect on Xiao Yan; on the contrary, it only made Xiao Yan's desire to conquer her stronger.

"Don't be angry!"

Xiao Yan walked up to her, so close that he could clearly see the fine glistening of water on her thick eyelashes.

He softened his voice and said gently:

"I know you have things to take care of. I don't know much about the Snake-Person Tribe, so I can't give orders recklessly. I left it to Elder Yin to lead them to formulate the regulations. I can't help much there, so I was just thinking to see if you need my help."

When Queen Medusa saw Xiao Yan approaching, she instinctively tried to back away, but found herself with a cold stone pillar behind her, leaving her nowhere to retreat.

The overwhelming masculine aura emanating from him, along with the boy's gentle and caring words, sent a shiver down her spine.

"I... I don't need your help!"

Queen Medusa blushed, forced herself to calm down, and bit her lip as she defended herself.

Seeing her trying to appear calm while biting her sexy red lips, Xiao Yan's heart skipped a beat.

At this moment, Queen Medusa possesses both a charmingly cold exterior and a youthful heart, as well as a captivatingly sexy allure with every smile and gesture. Her glossy red lips, like ripe cherries, make one irresistibly want to kiss them.

Seeing Xiao Yan's gaze turn fiery, Queen Medusa was momentarily stunned, but quickly, with her rich combat experience, she realized she was in trouble!

"Xiao Yan, you..."

Queen Medusa raised an eyebrow, about to reprimand him, but was instead pinned against a stone pillar by the smiling young man, who lowered his head and kissed her, silencing her.

Queen Medusa's alluring purple eyes widened instantly, her long eyelashes trembling violently in shock.

Her slender neck was taut, and the pale blue veins were clearly visible beneath her fair skin.

Xiao Yan's aura domineeringly invaded her senses. The scorching masculine aura emanating from the young man, which was due to the presence of several Heavenly Flames and his cultivation of the Great Sun Separation Fire Body, seemed to have found an outlet, completely enveloping her.

His warm lips pressed tightly against her slightly cool red lips, but unlike the aggressive aura emanating from the young man, his lips were gentle as water, as if he were not kissing a powerful Dou Zong with the body of a Tier 7 Magical Beast, but something fragile yet precious that could be broken at any moment. So tender, so tender.

"Hmm!"

A short, muffled moan was trapped deep in her throat.

Queen Medusa felt a surge of scalding heat explode from their touching lips, rushing straight to the top of her head, leaving her mind blank, as if even her soul had been shaken away by this sudden attack.

The next instant, shame and anger erupted like magma!

He dared... He dared to... before the altar of the sacred site, to her, the supreme Medusa of the Snake-Person Tribe...

If it were three years ago, she would have unleashed her full power, taking advantage of Xiao Yan's lingering affection for the softness of her red lips to strike directly and severely injure or kill him.

But she didn't do that.

She could feel the boy's burning affection for her, like a Heavenly Flames, and she could also feel his complete trust in her, without any reservations.

Perhaps in his eyes, she was already his.

No, there's no "maybe." Ever since everyone acknowledged his Prince Consort status, haven't he and she already belonged to each other?

In a daze, Queen Medusa recalled the words that the Four Elders of her tribe had spoken to her not long ago.

Then she thought about how she had come to the altar to be baptized, so that she could spend the night with her little Prince Consort at the right time.

Although at the time she felt uncomfortable, she thought it was like using her looks to please him.

But then again, she is the Medusa of the Snake-Person Tribe, so no matter what, Xiao Yan should serve her with his beauty!

The thought of Xiao Yan always being the one to hold her down and kiss her Queen Medusa clench her fists even tighter.

I am the Medusa!

As if she had finally awakened, the seven-colored Dou Qi within Queen Medusa erupted from her body like an out-of-control volcano!

The powerful Dou Qi, carrying the momentum to crush everything, instantly emptied the air within a ten-foot radius around her, forming visible ripples of air.

Even Xiao Yan's tough and robust body was violently knocked away by this sudden burst of fighting Dou Qi.

"Bang!"

Xiao Yan's figure was struck as if by a giant hammer, and he flew backward several feet, his back slamming heavily into another huge stone pillar engraved with totems, producing a muffled sound.

The ancient runes on the stone pillar flickered slightly, absorbing the impact completely without moving an inch.

Whether intentionally or unintentionally, such a powerful surge of Dou Qi failed to cause Xiao Yan any harm, as if it was merely meant to push him away.

Xiao Yan was still wondering when he saw the Medusa stepping into the void and appear in front of him, holding a seven-colored serpentine longsword that had appeared out of nowhere, and her purple eyes gleaming with a chilling light.

However, Xiao Yan wasn't worried. He hadn't been hurt before, so he certainly wouldn't be now.

But she seems genuinely angry. Should I try saying something more conciliatory?

"Medusa Queen, I..."

However, before Xiao Yan could even speak, Queen Medusa's face broke into a seductive smile. She then leaned forward slightly, gripping her sword against Xiao Yan's neck, her voice unusually alluring and cloying:

"Prince Consort Xiao, it seems you haven't realized your place yet. In the Snake-Person Tribe, the Medusa is the true king. Although you, Prince Consort, hold a noble position, your influence in the Snake-Person Tribe is no less than that of the Medusa."

But in private, the Medusa is superior to the Prince Consort. You acted recklessly without my permission. At the very least, you offended the Medusa; at worst, you harbored disloyal intentions. Tell me, how should I punish you?"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan looked at the long sword pressed against his neck, and then at Queen Medusa's unfathomable gaze. For a moment, he didn't know how to defend himself.

He sensed that something was wrong with the Medusa's mental state.

"Or, how about I be punished by serving Her Medusa every day from now on, helping her dress and wash?"

Xiao Yan tentatively asked.

"Hmph, you dare to talk so much even when you're about to die! Today I'll punish you properly and teach you a lesson so you'll know how to speak properly from now on!"

Upon hearing this, Queen Medusa almost instantly understood Xiao Yan's thoughts, and the expression on her pretty face became even colder and more alluring.

The next moment, the seven-colored serpentine longsword transformed into a seven-colored whip, binding Xiao Yan to a pillar. Xiao Yan subconsciously struggled a few times, only to find that Queen Medusa was truly exerting her strength this time, and even his powerful body could not break free.

He subconsciously prepared to retort with a few more words, but Queen Medusa didn't give him the chance at all. She pinched his cheek with one hand and pressed the other hand against the stone pillar next to him. Then, her beautiful red lips, with a fierce and wild force, crashed into his lips, and a delicate, moist tongue burrowed inside.

Um?

So it was a verbal punishment?

Is this for real?

Although being cornered and forcibly kissed by Queen Medusa might seem like a sign of weakness, considering that in the social hierarchy of the Snake-Person Tribe, the Medusa is the "husband," Xiao Yan can only play the role of a "spoiled wife" for once.

Thinking of this, Xiao Yan raised his eyes to look at the aggressive purple eyes so close to his face, and raised an eyebrow in a provocative manner:

Come, Your Medusa, show no mercy to me, let the storm rage on!

Understanding Xiao Yan's gaze, Queen Medusa frowned and immediately flew into a rage.

How dare you provoke me?

Today I'm going to make sure you suffer a crushing defeat!

The next moment, Queen Medusa's body shone with seven-colored light, and her already delicate little tongue became even longer and thinner, with the tip forked, like a small snake, nimbly moving around in Xiao Yan's mouth.

"Hmm!"

Xiao Yan's eyes widened as he experienced the novel sensation, his blood rushing to his head and his breathing becoming heavy.

Immediately afterwards, he felt the cool touch of a snake's body moving across his skin. Xiao Yan looked down and saw that Queen Medusa's long, fair legs below her waist had disappeared. In their place was a snake's body with Seven-Colored Scale, which was now coiling and binding him and the pillar together.

?

Xiao Yan looked up at Queen Medusa. At this moment, Her Medusa's eyes were narrowed, making her look like a captivating and alluring snake. Her narrow eyes also revealed a hint of domineering power.

Xiao Yan understood what she meant.

"You can't escape, you belong to me!"