"Not bad… what a powerful strength!" Xiao Yan could clearly feel the transformation in his power.
A Dou Zong—even in the vast Central Plains—was a being of rare and formidable might.
Of course, Xiao Yan's strength had always been extraordinary. Even before reaching the Dou Zong realm—strictly speaking, even before reaching Dou Huang—killing a Dou Zong expert had never been too difficult for him.
Xiao Yan couldn't help but recall his first trip to the Yunlan Sect, where he had seen the four Dharma Protectors of the Soul Hall—each one a Dou Zong-level powerhouse.
At that time, he had already reached the Dou Huang level. With his mastery of soul techniques and spiritual control, even if those four were joined by Yun Shan, forming a group of five Dou Zongs, he could still have annihilated them completely.
To say that he was not their match was nothing but a lie to mislead others.
The only reason he hadn't acted then was due to his slight wariness of the elders behind those Dharma Protectors—the Venerables of the Soul Hall, beings of Dou Zun level!
The Jia Ma Empire was quite far from the Soul Hall branch where Wu Dharma Protector and the others were stationed, so even if they called for reinforcements, it would take considerable time for help to arrive.
Compared to killing the four Dharma Protectors outright, waiting to lure a Venerable into appearing had been the wiser choice.
His cultivation speed was astonishing—within just a month or two, he could undergo earth-shaking transformation—far beyond what those Soul Hall underlings could ever predict.
In the past, Xiao Yan had worried that the Soul Hall Protectors might seek aid from a Dou Zun-level figure.
However, by that time, his power as a Dou Huang had already advanced rapidly. With his massive advantage in soul suppression, even if he had to go all out, he could still stall until Yao Lao arrived, and together, they could slay the enemy.
But killing a Venerable would mean he'd soon have to face even stronger adversaries—half-saints and Dou Sheng-level powerhouses.
Now, though, he found himself looking forward to it.
Just how strong would a Dou Zun of the Soul Hall truly be?
The space around him trembled faintly, and Xiao Yan's figure disappeared from the sky.
Appearing above the Snake-People's grand temple, Xiao Yan looked toward the direction of the Chu Yun Empire.
It had already been quite some time since Little Fairy Doctor broke through to the Dou Zong realm.
The difference in their cultivation speeds made Xiao Yan sigh inwardly. That "Calamity Poison Body" of hers truly was a divine cheat for cultivation.
Without my personally refined poisons, I wonder—just how strong has Little Fairy Doctor become by now?
In the depths of the Poison Sect within the Chu Yun Empire, Little Fairy Doctor stood silently at the center of a deep pool, her presence as graceful as a blooming lotus—elegant and ethereal.
Her gaze swept gently across her surroundings, finally landing on the blossoming peach trees nearby, her eyes revealing a faint trace of appreciation.
Time seemed particularly kind to Little Fairy Doctor—it had left not a single mark upon her flawless face.
Her features were delicate as though carved by a divine hand, perfectly balanced upon a heart-shaped face, exuding a rare beauty. Her fair, jade-like skin and eyes deep as starlight made her unforgettable at first glance.
Even without probing her aura, one could sense the massive increase in her strength simply from the atmosphere around her.
The pool she stood upon was filled with venomous liquid, yet lush greenery thrived at its edge. The plants, nourished by poison, were not only unharmed but bursting with vitality.
This alone proved that Little Fairy Doctor's mastery and control over poison had reached an entirely new height!
Compared to the days when she had first left the Chu Yun Empire alongside Xiao Yan, she was now a completely different being.
Standing still, her figure seemed to merge with the environment, as though she were part of the land itself.
After a brief stillness, her beautiful eyes blinked, and instantly the surroundings were enveloped in a thick purple mist.
Within that mist, Little Fairy Doctor's silver-white hair shone like moonlight, while her violet eyes gleamed with mysterious depth—as though hiding countless untold stories.
On her head rested a butterfly-shaped ornament; matching bracelets and earrings further enhanced her noble, elegant aura.
Her luxurious, translucent white gown, adorned with purple blossoms and butterflies, perfectly complemented her accessories, as though she had stepped out of a dreamscape.
With a gentle lift of her slender hand, the violet mist swirled, condensing in an instant into a vivid butterfly that fluttered into existence.
As her cultivation of the Three Paths of Venom Scripture deepened, her strength grew rapidly, though she had not experienced a significant breakthrough in her technique for some time.
"I wonder how Xiao Yan's cultivation is progressing?" she murmured softly. "To think even the Jia Ma Empire has become infested with those ghastly wraiths from the Soul Hall—truly lingering spirits that refuse to fade."
"Soul Hall… just wait. It won't be long now…"
With a casual wave, she dispersed the purple butterfly she had just conjured. Her ten fingers formed a seal, and she once again entered a state of cultivation.
After a moment's pause, Xiao Yan's figure flickered and reappeared inside Medusa's palace chamber.
A rich, intoxicating fragrance filled the air. Xiao Yan looked toward the bed, where Medusa was slowly sitting up, and smiled lightly. "You're awake?"
A crimson-golden glow burst from Medusa's delicate form. With just a breath, a snake-tribe royal crown appeared upon her head.
Her long black hair cascaded like a waterfall, and her already alluring beauty became even more intoxicating. Her once pale-violet eyes now shimmered with hints of scarlet, as dazzling as gemstones. Her voluptuous figure strained against her silken robes, as though the fabric itself might burst at any moment.
Xiao Yan's gaze flicked downwards in mild surprise—her lower body had once again transformed into a serpent's tail...
"Xiao Yan, this 'cultivation' you spoke of—is this what you meant?" Medusa rose gracefully, her slender waist swaying as a radiant glow shimmered beneath her body. In an instant, her serpentine tail transformed once more into a pair of long, snow-white jade legs.
Medusa's hips swayed gently as she walked toward the nearby vanity table.
This Xiao Yan truly was… if not for his recent period of absence for training, giving her time to rest, she doubted she'd even have the strength to lift a finger right now.
As she gazed into the bronze mirror, Medusa could clearly see the changes in herself.
Her beauty had become even more devastating—her eyes slightly narrowed, glowing faintly with violet light.
Her body was full and flawless, like a perfectly ripened peach, exuding an alluring charm that stirred the heart at a glance.
Just this? What does she mean—just this? Xiao Yan looked at Medusa's elegant figure seated before the mirror, confusion written across his face.
He had cultivated a Heavenly-rank technique and drained the fire-attribute energy of the entire Tagor Desert dry.
Even for such a unique environment, it would take a long time for the energy to fully recover.
But as his gaze lingered, Xiao Yan found himself once again captivated.
Her elegant attire outlined every breathtaking curve of her figure—bewitching to the extreme. And that soft, tender voice… it was impossibly tempting.
Xiao Yan slowly stepped forward, wrapping an arm around Medusa's slender, supple waist. "Just this? I was only sparing you a bit of hardship—now I'll show you what true strength is."
"Xiao Yan, you—!" Medusa's body trembled as her face flushed crimson. Seeing that he was about to act wickedly again, her delicate form twisted slightly in protest.
With a sudden movement, Xiao Yan lifted Medusa into his arms.
"That's not what I meant…" Medusa furrowed her fine brows, glancing at her reflection in the mirror—and in that instant, she was utterly speechless.
End of Chapter)
────────────────────────────────────
"If you want early access to nearly 60+ chapters, join my patreon:- patreon.com/BaDwYGaMeR"