The three Mulan elders fled in seperate directions, but Gu Fei still caught each one with a single hand, crushing them and then evaporating them into nothingness. Gu Fei's powerful entrance and his thunderous methods, which included killing Yan Luo Tian and the three Mulan Elders, left everyone present utterly shocked.
The imperial coalition forces didn't dare move a muscle, fearing that with just a wave of Gu Fei's hand, they too would be turned to dust.
"Let this be a warning to all the empires: the Snake People are under my protection, and Queen Medusa is my wife. If anyone dares to harbor any ill intentions towards the Snake People again, I will show no mercy!"
"Now, leave!"
With those words from Gu Fei, no one dared to make a sound. They all fled like frightened birds and beasts, obeying his command without question.
After handling these matters, Gu Fei turned to look at Yun Shan and Jia Xing Tian.
"Yun Shan, you've shown some courage!"
Although these two had some schemes in mind, they had ultimately done the right thing.
"You two have rendered meritorious service in protecting the Snake People. Here, take these as rewards."
Gu Fei tossed a Zong Breaking Pill to Jia Xing Tian and an Azure Sun Pill to Yun Shan. Yun Shan's hands trembled with excitement as he held the Azure Sun Pill. He knew that he had made the right bet this time. The Azure Sun Pill could directly increase his cultivation by one star!
As Jia Xing Tian and Yun Shan were still overwhelmed with excitement, Gu Fei suddenly changed his tone.
"You've been watching for quite some time. Why not stay?"
Just as they were feeling thrilled, Gu Fei reached out and grabbed a black mist that had been hiding outside the battlefield. It was none other than Protector Tie.
Like Protector Wu before him, Protector Tie had gone to the Chu Yun Empire to support the Ten Thousand Scorpion Gate and stir up trouble. When he heard the news, he came to the battlefield to harvest the souls of the dead.
"You people from the Hall of Souls are really like rats, digging holes everywhere!" Gu Fei was growing tired of the Hall of Souls.
"Spare me, senior! If you spare me…"
*Boom!*
Gu Fei didn't give him a chance to finish, crushing him into oblivion.
"What exactly is this Hall of Souls, where all the strong individuals seem to be spiritual bodies?"
Jia Xing Tian and Yun Shan were puzzled, seeing that Protector Tie was similar to Protector Wu.
"With this display, the major empires will surely not dare to have any more disloyal thoughts. The rest is up to you."
After scaring away the coalition forces, Gu Fei left the remaining matters to Yun Shan and Jia Xingtian, then returned to the Snake People's new territory.
Although the Snake People had only migrated here recently, the new settlement was already taking shape.
In the flat areas, there were large numbers of houses for the Snake People, forming village-like settlements similar to those of humans.
Because of the rugged terrain surrounding the Snake People's territory, there weren't yet any walls or other fortifications. However, watchtowers were set up at regular intervals, and in the skies above, a flock of alert birds raised by the Snake People kept watch. At any sign of disturbance, they would alert the Snake People.
In the central area of this territory, a vast basin lay nestled between two towering peaks.
The basin was incredibly large, and within just ten days, a massive city had risen from the ground.
This was the Snake People's new holy city.
Xiao Yi Xian, Zi Yan, and the others had also come to this place and were staying in the royal palace.
"The Snake People really have impressive capabilities. They've built this much in such a short time!"
Xiao Yi Xian was amazed as she looked at the city that had sprung up in the depths of the Magical Beast Mountain Range. She marveled at the Snake People's unique form and their incredible construction speed.
"How can people with snake tails build faster than people with two legs?"
"Now that the Snake People have settled down, Sister Cai Lin, you don't have to worry about anything anymore," Zi Yan said after wandering around the city and coming to Cai Lin.
"Yes, this time, it's all thanks to my husband for driving away the imperial coalition. Otherwise, how could the Snake People live and prosper so peacefully?"
A charming smile appeared on her rosy lips, and the joy she felt was impossible to hide.
If the Jia Ma Empire hadn't feared Gu Fei's strength and cooperated to make way, the Snake People wouldn't have made it here so smoothly.
And if Gu Fei hadn't taken strong action to kill Yan Luo Tian and the three Mulan Elders, the Snake People would have been doomed if the war had reached this place.
"You are my wife, so it's only right that I protect you."
Cai Lin blushed as Gu Fei suddenly appeared behind her, wrapping his arms around her slender waist.
Zi Yan, seeing Gu Fei and Cai Lin getting intimate, rolled her eyes at Gu Fei and said, "Big Brother Gu Fei, you're so annoying, always doing things that aren't suitable for children to see."
With that, she stomped her foot hard. She had meant to pretend to be angry, but she used too much force and accidentally cracked the newly laid floor tiles in the holy city.
Zi Yan looked back sheepishly to see if the affectionate Gu Fei and Cai Lin had noticed, only to find them staring straight at her. Embarrassed, she chuckled awkwardly, "Sorry about that. I forgive you both."
Cai Lin was amused by Zi Yan's adorable behavior, so she patted her on the head and said, "It's okay. I'll have someone replace the tile."
"But be careful in the future. This is the holy city of the Snake People. We can't have it full of holes."
"I understand, Sister Cai Lin. I'll be careful!"
Feeling guilty, Zi Yan quickly ran off, looking extra cute.
After Zi Yan left, Gu Fei turned back to Cai Lin, who was also looking at him. Their gazes met, filled with deep affection.
Her fair cheeks blushed, and her bright eyes sparkled. Gu Fei felt a dizzying sensation as he looked at her, his mind growing hazy.
He slowly leaned down and kissed Cai'er's red lips. The two of them embraced tenderly, their passion filling the new holy city.
After a long while, they reluctantly parted, and Cai Lin licked her lips, savoring the taste.
"Where are Xiao Yi Xian and Xian Yue?"
"They've been placed in the inner palace, where it's most comfortable and safest, with strong Snake People guarding them," Cai Lin explained.
"Let's go see them."
...
In the Gu Clan, within a grand hall, a young woman hovered in the center, surrounded by golden energy that was gradually dissipating.
This young woman was none other than Xun'er.
As the golden light faded, Xun'er exhaled deeply and opened her bright eyes.
Her seclusion this time had lasted a year and a half, and her cultivation had improved significantly; she had already stepped into the Dou Ancestor realm.
At this moment, a renewed sense of confidence appeared on her face.
However, after being in seclusion for so long, Xun'er felt a bit restless. After emerging, she began to wander around the Gu Realm to relax and gather some news.
"What? I just went into seclusion once, and he already has a one-year-old child?"
Not long after, Xun'er heard the news from her clan members, and her expression became complicated.