Taking Medusa in Hand!

"Queen Medusa, there is no grudge between us."

"However, I came to the Snake-People this time to obtain the Green Lotus Core Flame!"

Xiao Tian spoke as he looked at the incomparably alluring Medusa lying on the ground.

At his words,

a trace of shock flashed through Medusa's eyes. The Green Lotus Core Flame was something she wanted—how could she possibly hand it over so easily, especially to a human?

While Xiao Tian was not paying attention, Medusa lightly bit her red lips and reached out to grab him, though she was somewhat weak at the moment.

Xiao Tian angrily grabbed Medusa's arm. With a slight exertion of force, her delicate brows furrowed tightly, and a pained moan escaped her lips. "Mm~"

"Medusa, I advise you not to move recklessly."

"In my eyes, you are not some lofty Queen."

"If you refuse to behave, don't blame me!"

With a push from Xiao Tian, Medusa fell directly onto the sand. Her jet-black hair scattered around her, and her stunning face was filled with shock as her beautiful eyes opened wide.

Seeing Xiao Tian act with such dominance, she was actually intimidated. That sort of authority was more than even she, the Queen of the Snake-People, could withstand.

No one had ever shouted at her like this before. The once-proud Medusa obediently quieted down, blinking her beautiful eyes as the tip of her snake tail traced circles in the sand.

Her exquisite and peerlessly beautiful face, delicate red lips, clear sapphire-like eyes, bright emerald-like pupils, and full, curvaceous body beneath her brocade robes were like a ripe peach, exuding a faint charm that displayed her enchanting allure to the fullest.

Xiao Tian was entranced for a moment. The two were so close that they could even clearly hear each other's breathing.

Medusa's sexy abdomen rose and fell rhythmically.

"You can let go of me!" Medusa's eyes were full of resentment as she gently exerted strength.

Only then did Xiao Tian loosen his grip on Medusa's wrist.

"Once I obtain the Green Lotus Core Flame, I'll leave."

Medusa braced herself, wanting to get up. However, she had been injured by the Ruyi Golden Cudgel earlier, and in order to defend herself, she had used all of her Dou Qi to block the attack.

The main reason was that Xiao Tian was too strong. Even the power of a Dou Zong was not something she could resist.

From afar, Hai Bodong had witnessed that scene and was left dumbfounded. He found it hard to believe that Queen Medusa had actually shown such a weak side.

Back then, he had been beaten so badly that his cultivation was sealed.

Xiao Tian extended a hand. Medusa slowly raised her head to look at it, lightly biting her red lips. How could something like this be possible?

Yet after thinking about it, Medusa actually placed her hand in Xiao Tian's. Then Xiao Tian pulled her up.

Even Medusa herself was stunned. Why did I reach out my hand to this human just now?

That human's intimidation just now actually shook my heart. Medusa wore a curious expression.

That feeling gave her a faint, inexplicable sensation. That bloodline... he did not seem entirely human.

Could he be a magical beast?

Just as she got to her feet, Medusa suddenly felt a wave of dizziness. Her body went limp, and she fell backward!

Xiao Tian reacted swiftly, stepping forward at once and wrapping an arm around Medusa's slender waist. Medusa's heart trembled. No, how could I... Let go of me... Medusa slowly closed her beautiful eyes, and the last thing she saw was Xiao Tian's handsome face.

Xiao Tian was also curious. He checked her pulse and discovered that Medusa's injuries were quite severe. She had merely been forcing herself to hold on until now.

What a stubborn woman.

When Hai Bodong saw Medusa suddenly faint in Xiao Tian's arms, he finally felt somewhat relieved and walked over.

"Xiao Tian, Medusa, she..."

Xiao Tian glanced at Hai Bodong. "I injured her. She was forcing herself to hold on earlier."

Upon hearing this, Hai Bodong was stunned. Medusa's strength ranked among the very best in the entire Jia Ma Empire. No one had ever made her suffer such a huge loss.

And Xiao Tian had even touched... Hiss!

Soon, the sky darkened.

Night fell.

Xiao Tian took out some blankets from his storage ring and covered Medusa with them. Her injuries had already been treated by Xiao Tian.

She only needed some rest.

At this time, Xiao Tian caught a few rabbits, sat beside the campfire, and began roasting them!

Hai Bodong watched Medusa vigilantly as well. He had no idea why Xiao Tian had brought her along—she was far too dangerous.

Given Medusa's personality, the moment she woke up, she would surely fight desperately for revenge. After all, Xiao Tian had done that to her...

Hai Bodong sat directly opposite Medusa.

While marveling at Xiao Tian's grilling skills, he kept an eye on Medusa.

Xiao Tian sprinkled cumin seasoning over the rabbit meat, which sizzled as it dripped with oil.

At that moment, Medusa's eyes moved slightly. She had been drawn in by the aroma of roasted meat.

My injuries have healed?

Medusa felt that healing medicine had been applied to her body. So that means, while I was unconscious, he...

At that thought, Medusa clenched her delicate fists. Yet the images that suddenly surfaced in her mind made her feel a little embarrassed.

She had never experienced this feeling before. Come to think of it, she had been the one to attack first, and now he had even treated her injuries!

Medusa quickly calmed down and threw all the messy thoughts out of her mind.

Why am I thinking about such things?

This is nothing more than a human's scheme.

Do you think I will thank you? Once I recover, I'll make you pay.

Just then, a unique aroma of roasted meat drifted over. Medusa sniffed it. It smells so good!

Grrr...

She did not know when it happened, but her stomach had embarrassingly growled.

Xiao Tian suddenly turned around, holding roasted meat in his hand. "It smells amazing."

"Elder Hai, is it good?"

Hai Bodong's eyes widened. He had never smelled roasted meat this fragrant before. He had not expected Xiao Tian to be so talented that even he could not compare when it came to grilling.

How shameful!

He swallowed, tore off a piece of meat, and put it into his mouth.

The skin was roasted crisp, and the seasoning had thoroughly soaked in.

It was insanely delicious!

Elder Hai's eyes lit up as he gave a thumbs-up. "It's delicious!"

"To be honest, this is the best roasted meat I've ever eaten."

Hearing their conversation, Medusa, who had awakened but was still pretending to sleep, was surrounded by that aroma. She was truly getting a little hungry.

I really want to eat some!

At that moment, Xiao Tian suddenly placed the meat beside Medusa. "You're awake? It's done. This portion is for you. Eat."

Medusa froze at his words!

Since he already knew, there was no need to keep pretending to sleep.

Medusa slowly opened her beautiful eyes and discovered in surprise that her injuries had improved greatly.

A good portion of her Dou Qi had recovered as well.

Looking at the roasted meat before her, Medusa fell into hesitation.

Even if she attacked now to take revenge, she still would not be able to defeat Xiao Tian.

I might as well eat his food. That counts as using up the enemy's supplies!