Medusa thought Lin Xiu would come to her first.
However, Lin Xiu instead entered Han Feng's attic first, seemingly searching for something.
After a while,
Lin Xiu finally ascended to the roof.
"It seems you really like collecting Dou Techniques and Qi Methods."
Medusa turned her head slightly towards Lin Xiu, half of her face covered in moonlight.
"It's a personal hobby. The Queen observes quite carefully."
Lin Xiu was somewhat surprised.
Could this woman have been secretly observing him all this time?
"Counting the previous time, the two promises owed to you by this queen have now been fulfilled."
Medusa's voice remained calm, "I'll ask you again now: Will you come back to Tager Desert with me?"
"I don't like being subservient. I'm destined to reach the pinnacle of the continent."
Being highly regarded by a Dou Ancestor might thrill others, as if their life is about to take off. But Lin Xiu is different; he knows that in the future, being a Dou Ancestor isn't all that impressive. Besides, he has no intention of being anyone's subordinate. In a life where he's overpowered, how could he possibly accept a lower position?
"You speak boldly. If I hadn't intervened just now, you would probably be dead."
Medusa couldn't help but mock him. This young man, despite his age, always speaks with such bravado.
Having managed the Snake People Tribe for so many years, she once had the opportunity to visit the Central Plains. Having seen the vastness of the world, she knows well that there are always greater heights to reach. Even now as a Dou Ancestor, she dares not be as arrogant as Lin Xiu.
Yet, she doesn't sense any falsehood from Lin Xiu.
It's as if Lin Xiu truly believed this in his heart, and with confidence.
"This time, I was careless."
Lin Xiu didn't argue either. Who could have expected two Dou Ancestors to appear in Feng City? Listening to the conversation between the two protectors, it seemed they had long planned to target the Academy. If he hadn't intervened early, they might have dealt a significant blow to the Academy.
"I have repaid my debt to you. I'm preparing to leave. If you change your mind, you can find me in the Tager Desert"
Medusa flipped her jade hand and tossed a token to Lin Xiu, pursing her lips.
She added, "The Snake People Tribe has been passed down for many years, with many Dou Techniques and Qi Methods in the clan. Our heritage is richer than that of the Misty Cloud Sect within the Jia Ma Empire. As long as you are willing to accept my request, everything within the tribe is open for you to explore."
Though she didn't understand why Lin Xiu enjoyed collecting so much, she could see that it mattered to him.
And the Snake People Tribe is her territory; despite rules, her word can change everything.
This is different from human kingdoms.
If Lin Xiu truly cares about these things, then the rules of Jia Nan Academy will surely not satisfy him.
Perhaps by leveraging this, she can attract him to the desert.
As for what happens after he arrives... in her territory, can he stir up any storms?
Though they haven't spent much time together, Lin Xiu's proactive search for medicine, his attitude towards alchemy, his skill in alchemy, and his talent in achieving Dou Emperor status at such a young age—all of these greatly impressed Medusa.
She admires such a talented individual.
If it weren't for Qian Mu appearing just now, Medusa had already made up her mind. Once she dealt with the two, she would directly take Lin Xiu away.
Just a Su Qian alone doesn't intimidate her.
Without waiting for Lin Xiu's response, Medusa left.
She left cleanly, without any hesitation.
Just like her style of doing things, ruthless and decisive.
The wind tousled Lin Xiu's hair as he watched Medusa's figure disappear.
In the air lingered a faint fragrance, refreshing and captivating, gradually dissipating with the wind.
"So you used this method to attract me, Medusa. Aren't you afraid of inviting trouble? I'm not a little lamb."
Lin Xiu's lips curled, revealing a mysterious smile.
That's right.
He was intrigued!
As Medusa said, the history of the Snake People Tribe is even older than that of the Misty Cloud Sect.
Since he had set his sights on the Misty Cloud Sect, there was no reason to overlook the Snake People Tribe.
"Speaking of which, since Origin Return advanced to Earth Rank Low Level, it hasn't improved further. The Snake People Tribe possesses toxins; perhaps I can obtain a Poison Attribute Magic Core there."
Opening a Poison Attribute Yuan Aperture might allow him to imbue himself with toxins. Lin Xiu was confident in his Physique strength.
However, such a feat as 'one power overcoming ten' must occur under overwhelming circumstances.
When confronting opponents of higher levels, the effect generally won't be very good.
At such times, if a punch is thrown with not only great strength but also accompanied by terrifying toxins, how would the opponent defend against it?
"I don't know if the Poison Yuan Aperture can absorb the poison from the Woeful Poison Body together. If it's feasible, the impact of a punch would be more formidable than even with the Heavenly Flame."
Just thinking about it made Lin Xiu somewhat excited.
A cool breeze blew.
Reining in his wandering thoughts, Lin Xiu reminded himself to focus on the present and take it step by step.
"When Xiao Yan comes out of seclusion, I can plan to go to the Misty Cloud Sect. It's like picking up a favor from Xiao Yan for free, maximizing benefits."
Before officially leaving with his Dou Qi wings spread, Lin Xiu set fire to Han Feng's residence.
The flames blazed, painting the sky red.
The entire Feng City was as bright as day.
Eyes watched the figure with a faint green aura as it departed into the distance, finally coming to their senses and recognizing the current reality.
"The Medicine Emperor of this generation actually died at the hands of a young man in his twenties."
"This Lin Xiu is incredible. In a major battle, not only did it involve four Dou Ancestors, but even the protectors of Jia Nan Academy who hadn't been seen for decades were summoned."
"The protectors coming out of seclusion... the last time seemed to be during the great battle between the Black-Corner Region and Jia Nan Academy. That battle led to the establishment of Peace Town in the Black-Corner Region."
"Young, terrifying talent, and under the protection of elders... the skies over the Black-Corner Region are about to change..."
...
After catching up with Su Qian and the others, Lin Xiu inevitably faced a barrage of questions.
Fortunately, they didn't press him too hard.
Using a pretext he had prepared in advance, Lin Xiu managed to smoothly deflect their inquiries.
Back at the Academy,
Lin Xiu immediately began preparing the antidote for Zi Yan. The medicinal herbs and prescriptions were all found in Han Feng's Spatial Ring, saving him a lot of trouble.
After unlocking the Pill refining method, Lin Xiu invested three Attribute Points and began the process.
After completing the procedure, Zi Yan took the Pill and immediately felt her strength returning to her body.
"Ah...!"
Zi Yan clenched her fists like a wild little lion. "Lin Xiu, it's all my fault. If it weren't for me, you wouldn't have gotten into such a mess."
"Don't blame yourself. You were just trying to help me, but things went awry."
Lin Xiu didn't blame her at all; he just rubbed Zi Yan's head.
Seeing Zi Yan still troubled, Lin Xiu called Lin Dun to prepare some delicious food.
Sure enough, despite saying she would restrain herself in the future, Zi Yan couldn't resist indulging when the food was placed in front of her.
Lin Xiu took a moment to find Su Qian.
When he handed over the Pill to Su Qian, the old man was momentarily stunned.
Lin Xiu explained that he had found this formula among Han Feng's many prescriptions, which had the effect of neutralizing Evil Qi, so he had refined it.
Taking the Pill, Su Qian was somewhat moved. He cautioned Lin Xiu not to leave the Academy easily in the future, and even if he did, not to venture too far away.
He worried that members of the Hall of Souls might be lurking nearby seeking revenge, and he feared that people from the Black-Corner Region might target Lin Xiu.
Because Lin Xiu was still very young, having become a Dou Emperor in his early twenties, achieving Dou Ancestor status in the future was certainly not difficult.
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