"Brother-in-law, that ability of yours is incredible!" Cai Die exclaimed.
It was the first time any of the three women had experienced the power of Xiao Yan's Snake Talisman, and none could help marveling at its wonders.
To them, Xiao Yan was like a bottomless pit, always springing new surprises on them.
"Well... of course!" Xiao Yan grinned, not the least bit modest.
Seeing how smug Xiao Yan looked, Yao Lao's fists clenched.
After chatting for a while, the group reached the underground world.
"Sister, there are Snake-People Tribes down here too!" Cai Die cried, pointing at the settlements below in astonishment.
"I never thought we'd see Snake-People Tribes here. They're much stronger than ours, too!" Cai Lin swept her gaze over the settlements, looking surprised herself. "I wonder if our ancestors migrated from here."
Hearing that, Xiao Yi Xian nodded. "It's quite possible."
While the women marveled, Xiao Yan surveyed the densely packed settlements and peaks around them, his brows drawing together.
This underground world was truly vast, far more complicated than he had imagined.
"Good thing we brought a map, or this would have taken some work." Yao Lao pulled out a map with a smile.
"An elder at home really is a treasure," Xiao Yan remarked as he took it.
"You little brat." Yao Lao laughed and cursed, making as if to kick him, but Xiao Yan dodged with ease.
The sight made the women cover their mouths and giggle.
After a little more banter, Xiao Yan led the group toward the Nine Netherworld Python Clan's headquarters.
In moments, they arrived at the clan's stronghold: the Nether Serpent Earth Vein.
It was the headquarters of the Nine Netherworld Python Clan and a sacred place in the eyes of the underground world's many tribes. Its defenses were exceptionally