Aksai had his eyes closed.
The etheral waves of Spirit essence and Heretic energy still formed around him as he had paused the bloodline experiment midway.
In the next moment, he reached out through the silent thread that connected his mind to the little green snake—a connection formed through the demon beast contract.
His intent was gentle, a call filled with warmth and familiarity. Through this intent, he told his pet that there was no cause of concern but he wanted her to find him.
Far across the Enchanted Everwood Farm, in the custom-made training area by the small artificial lake, the little green snake suddenly stopped swimming. Her head perked up. Then, without a moment's delay, she shot forward like an arrow, slicing through the water with sharp grace before slithering up the bank.
In the blink of an eye, she had reached Aksai.
