Gu He Seeks the Heavenly Flame

A moment later, the two arrived outside the walls of the Snake-People city. Two Snake-People guards wielding spears flew directly into the air. "Humans, this is Snake-People territory. You wish to trespass without our permission? Are you trying to start a war between humans and the Snake-People?"

Gu He slowly stepped forward and cupped his hands politely toward the burly Snake-Person before him. "Hehe, you must be the Black Snake Tribe's leader, Mobas?"

Mobas frowned tightly, the Dou Qi wings behind him beating as his cold gaze swept over Gu He.

He actually knew his name. That made him rather curious.

After all, they rarely had dealings with humans.

"I am Gu He, an alchemist from the Jia Ma Empire." Gu He paid no mind to Mobas's stare, a smile on his face.

"So it is Pill King Gu He, one of the Jia Ma Empire's ten strongest experts!" At that moment, a seductive female Snake-Person flew into the air.

Her figure was graceful and curvaceous, full in all the right places, with a charm all her own.

She was Yue Mei, another expert of the Snake-People.

As for the name Pill King Gu He, likely no one in the entire Jia Ma Empire was unfamiliar with it. The Snake-People generally paid little heed to humans, but Pill King Gu He was different. As a Grade-Six Alchemist, his influence could not be underestimated, and he deserved a measure of respect.

Yue Mei then raised a hand and pulled the rough Mobas back, revealing a flirtatious smile. "So it is you. What do you intend by bringing several experts to our Snake-People?"

"Do not think you can do whatever you please in Snake-People territory just because you are an alchemist."

"Leave now, and we will refrain from taking action."

This was also out of respect for his status as a Grade-Six Alchemist.

Had it been anyone else, they would have attacked long ago.

Only Pill King Gu He dared come here by relying on his identity as an alchemist.

"Leaders, please forgive our offense in coming here. I have come this time to meet Queen Medusa and discuss something with her." Gu He spoke with a courteous smile.

Yue Mei's eyes narrowed slightly. Her Majesty had suddenly gone out yesterday and had yet to return. She did not know when Medusa would be back, so they absolutely could not let these people find out.

She could clearly sense that the man in black was extremely mysterious. Pill King Gu He would not be foolish enough to come to the Snake-People tribal temple without bringing a single expert.

Even if Her Majesty were here, she would not meet them so easily.

"My apologies, but Her Majesty is not someone just anyone can meet."

Yue Mei spoke slowly.

It was a clear order to leave.

Mobas, beside her, said bluntly, "Gu He, you should take your people and leave quickly. The people from the Eight Great Tribes will arrive soon. You should know that many of them hold no goodwill toward humans and are extremely hostile."

"Once they arrive, it will be difficult for you to leave."

Yan Shi could no longer stand it. He said to Gu He, "Old Gu, you are being far too polite. If you ask me, we should go up there and smash the place up. I refuse to believe that so-called queen would not show herself."

"Who did I think it was? So it is you, you stinking lion!" Mobas folded his arms and sneered.

"That is still far better than a pitch-black rotten snake like you," Yan Shi shot back.

The two seemed to know each other and had fought before. Enemies meeting again were especially furious, and this was also why Yan Shi had agreed to accompany Gu He this time.

He wanted to teach his former enemy a proper lesson.

To see just how capable he was now.

Gu He shook his head and stepped forward, stopping the two from continuing their argument. "Old Yan, we are not here to fight."

He then let out a soft breath. A voice infused with Dou Qi spread through the surroundings, nearly deafening. "Queen Medusa, I am Pill King Gu He of the Jia Ma Empire. I have come here to make a trade with you, not to start a war. Please show yourself so we may speak."

At that moment, Medusa and Hai Bodong had already drawn near, so they naturally heard the voice clearly.

Medusa's delicate brows furrowed slightly. Gu He?

Xiao Tian also noticed the people below. His gaze swept over them. They were all familiar faces—Pill King Gu He and Yan Shi!

The aura of the black-robed figure beside them was completely concealed. Judging by the original plot, this person was very likely Yun Yun.

Ever since he had destroyed the Misty Cloud Sect, she seemed to have left. Had his rebirth not disrupted the course of the plot?

Xiao Tian pondered for a moment, then used Fiery Eyes, Golden Pupils to look over. That proud figure beneath the black robe entered his sight!

This person truly was Yun Yun!

This time, Gu He had also found Yun Yun and hoped she would help him.

After the incident with the Misty Cloud Sect, Yun Yun had gone into seclusion.

Gu He had gone to great lengths to find her.

At that moment, Medusa suddenly appeared before everyone. Her enchanting figure instantly drew the attention of Gu He and Yan Shi.

Yan Shi in particular had his mouth hanging open, utterly shaken.

He had only heard before that Medusa was exceptionally seductive.

Now that he saw her in person, she truly was the finest of the finest!

The beautiful woman who had suddenly appeared wore a queen's golden crown and a dignified red brocade robe. Beneath it, her delicate body was plump and exquisite, like a ripe peach, exuding a faint seductive charm. Her black hair spilled casually from her fragrant shoulders, falling straight to her slender waist. Beneath the brocade robe, a section of purple snake tail was exposed, swaying slightly. Her wild, bewitching allure made anyone who looked upon her unable to resist being deeply drawn to her.

Those weak of will would be instantly captivated, secretly resolving that they would marry no one but her in this life and cherish her dearly.

Only the word "seductive" could describe such a woman. Yet beneath that seductiveness was the nobility and grace of an empress.

"Your Majesty!"

Upon seeing Medusa appear, Yue Mei, Mobas, and all the Snake-People atop the walls knelt to the ground. Their respectful voices soared into the sky.

Medusa's appearance made Yan Shi and the others dare not act rashly. Her cold, beautiful eyes swept over them. "You were looking for me?"

Her exquisite face instantly made everyone beside Gu He pale in comparison.

Under Queen Medusa's gaze, Gu He took a light breath, suppressing the emotions in his heart. He raised his head and smiled. "Your Majesty Queen Medusa, it is an honor to meet you. Today, I wish to discuss a trade with you."

"Of course, we intruded so rashly today. I can compensate for all losses."

"Pill King Gu He, a Grade-Six Alchemist. You have brought so many people here today. Is there some matter?" Medusa said, blinking her long lashes. "If you cannot explain yourself, do not blame me."

At her words, a grave expression appeared on Gu He's face. This woman looked harmless, but she was truly ruthless and brutal in battle. Back when she had fought the Jia Ma Empire, a casual wave of her hand had reduced its experts to bloody pulp. With Medusa's strength, she ranked among the best even among Dou Emperors. If the Jia Ma Empire had not possessed three Dou Emperors, there would likely have been no force she feared.

Gu He glanced at the black-robed figure beside him and relaxed somewhat. He had not invited her here to fight, but to provide protection.

Should they encounter any trouble, she could also hold Medusa back, ensuring they would not be completely wiped out.

With that thought, Gu He clenched his fists and made up his mind. "I wish to exchange for Your Majesty's Heavenly Flame!"