Chapter Twenty-Five: The Lost Threads of Fate".
In fact, this old man of the fifth level was one of the important characters in the story that comes after William's novel…
He is one of the hero's friends who will appear after William.
He was mentioned and held the title of "The Tamer of the Last Red Dragon."
In the forum, it was said that he possessed the last red dragon as his familiar.
With this, my suspicions about what happened to Mia in the original story were resolved.
She was tamed…
This person is the one who captured Mia in the original work and tamed her as his pet!
Meanwhile, the old snake spoke to me.
The old snake said, "You were reckless in facing them alone, especially since they have fifth-level magic! What were you thinking?! What if the magic wasn't of the fire element, but wind magic or some other element?! If you had taken that hit, if it didn't kill you, it would have left you severely injured, and in the end, you would have lost your life!"
"Old man, I know they have fifth-level magic."
"Anyway, they've been eliminated… but I'm tired, many of my bones are broken, and I've lost several scales. I want to go back and rest until I recover."
The old snake said, "Actually, this is not the time to rest. You need to think about how to deal with the Green Empire. After you killed the prince, they will definitely send someone strong to seek revenge. What will you do then?! And what would have happened if I hadn't been here? What would you have done? Even if you managed to injure him badly, he could still have inflicted fatal wounds on one of you or even killed someone! Are you crazy?!"
"Well, nothing… I won't do anything for now.
But I'll go to the swamp of venom now.
Anyway, it will take them at least a month before they send someone strong.
So, I'll use this time to go deep into the forest and explore the ancient tomb, then after that, we'll move to another location until I become strong enough to face the Green Empire… or destroy it.
Anyway, as long as I'm weak, it's better to escape the boundaries of this empire.
And I already have a place in mind.
Do you want to accompany me and the little girl?
Anyway, you're also involved in this.
You're the one who killed the fifth-level mage, and I don't think the sect he belongs to will let you escape easily.
Did you not see the emblem on his robe?
This is the emblem of the Sword and Magic Sect!
If you don't want trouble, follow me to where I'm going, and you might get a great opportunity!"
Anyway, you are the only one in the history of the Black Snake Clan who was able to break through the world and elevate your lineage to the Emperor level. Even your ancestor, whom I told you about, did not have an Emperor-level bloodline; it was just one level lower because he never broke through to become an Emperor and was sealed before reaching that point.
However, look at yourself! You already possess a lineage that far surpasses his, and you have a talent that is much greater than it seems.
The old snake said, "Well, I don't know… However, you're very close, are you a clone of someone from that era?"
"No, I am not. The important thing now is that the little girl is luckier than you, as she now possesses two Emperor-level lineages. She is extremely talented! If nothing unfortunate happens to her, she will be able to break the limits of this era… it seems she might become the next leader of the Turtle Clan."
The old snake said in shock, "Turtle Clan? What do you mean? Do you intend to use my little girl as a tool for yourself? You're dreaming! And what clan are you talking about? I've never heard of it."
"Old snake, don't worry, I don't intend to make the little girl a tool, but this is something that must happen. You won't be able to protect her in the upper world, so it's better to get strong support rather than remain a wanderer. Do you agree with me now, or do you still think I want to exploit her? I won't hide from you that I have my own thoughts, but not as you think… I consider her like my dear sister, so I hope you understand what I'm trying to explain."
The old snake said after a pause, "Alright, I apologize… I got worked up and didn't mean to hurt your feelings. I know very well how much you love and care for her, but the reason I got upset is because she is all I have left after my wife passed away."
"It's alright, the important thing is that you don't doubt my good intentions again. I already consider you a close friend and someone dear to me, so I hope you don't forget that and don't start doubting me again."
The old snake smiled and said, "It's alright, my little friend, I promise I won't do that again."
A silence lingered for a moment before the old snake spoke again.
The old snake said, "So, what's your next move? You must be planning something big."
"Of course, but it's complicated, and there are many things I am watching closely… so, I'll need some time."
The old snake looked at me intently before he said.
The old snake said, "Whatever you're planning, I hope you don't regret it later."
A soft laugh.
"Regret? There's no place for it in my vocabulary."
Then after walking a bit further, he looked at the little turtle sleeping by the lake he had created.
Meanwhile, the old snake whispered to himself, "I will protect you, no matter the cost…"
Without wasting time, I began waking her up from her sleep. It seemed that she didn't care about the events that had occurred, leaving the cave without even opening her eyes. This lazy turtle has absolute trust in me.
"Lazy turtle, it's time to wake up, you'll come with me."
She opened her green eyes and looked at me, then walked a bit and climbed onto my back.
After a moment, she spoke:
Meridia: "Big dragon brother, where are you taking me this time? Is it to the peacock bird's nest or rabbit hunting?"
"No, I will take you to a place where you can become stronger, you and that old man too."
Meridia: "Will father come with us this time? Last time you left me asleep and went alone! Alright, big brother, let's go."
At that moment, a small, cute turtle on my back pointed with her hand ahead to signal for us to move.
"Alright."
Then, the old snake spoke in a complaining tone:
Zilthan: "Girl, you're reckless! Is all you think about sleep and play? Where is the intelligence you gained after upgrading your bloodline?"
Meridia: "Father! I'm not stupid! Why are you saying this?"
"Alright, enough arguing. Let's go, we don't have all night."
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