Chapter 197: Chapter 145.2 : Queen Medusa?
"Human, what are you laughing at?"
Suddenly, a cold, murderous intent-laden voice filled the air.
Uchiha Ran shifted his gaze, meeting Queen Medusa's eyes.
"I'm laughing because it won't be long before I encounter a fellow."
Medusa frowned slightly, sensing that Uchiha Ran failed to comprehend.
"Why, as the queen of the noble serpent folk, did you not immediately act upon seeing me in human form?" Uchiha Ran inquired with keen interest.
"Strong humans pose a threat, and this empress is not foolish enough to jeopardize her people," Medusa replied coldly, her gaze unwavering and proud.
The central island, nestled in the heart of the serpent people's territory, served as the queen's sanctuary. Protected by countless serpent guards, the island was surrounded by a venomous lake. Only those with strength surpassing Douwang and the ability to fly could approach, let alone enter.
However, Uchiha Ran had arrived unannounced, seemingly oblivious to the dangers.
Medusa, after a brief assessment, detected no traces of vindictive energy from Uchiha Ran. This suggested he was either powerless or possessed strength far exceeding her own. After consulting gathered information, Medusa concluded that Uchiha Ran was, at the very least, a Douzong.
The question then arose: What formidable force stood behind this young Dou Zong?
Despite the serpent people's decline in the vast desert, as the empress, Medusa had a broad understanding of the Dou Qi Continent's affairs. In the Jiama Empire, Dou Huang figures were as common as a pox map, a mere larger ant in the entire northwest.
Provoking such a being could effortlessly annihilate the Snake People Race.
Therefore, upon laying eyes on Uchiha Ran, murderous intent welled within her, yet she dared not make a move.
"Quite an astute woman," Uchiha Ran remarked.
He advanced, stepping over the boundaries, and provocatively pinched Medusa's chin.
Medusa's pupils constricted.
His mastery of space indicated a skill level above Douzong.
"I am a snake woman," Medusa asserted stubbornly.
She was not a human but a serpent, and moreover, the queen of the serpent folk.
"I admire your defiance," Uchiha Ran said as he drew closer, his gaze fixed on Medusa's face, feeling a sinister heat rising within him.
This woman exuded an allure that captivated men, growing stronger as one approached.
In essence, Medusa's innate charm was like an amplified version of a potent love potion.
With her current strength, she could only control the successor.
"Snap!"
Uchiha Ran raised his left hand, seizing a purple tail within his grasp.
Indeed, a combination of charm and attack.
The queen, now weakened, could only resort to such tricks.
"You don't seem as clever as before," Uchiha Ran playfully remarked.
Medusa glared at Uchiha Ran with a cold, unyielding expression, as if to showcase her unwavering will.
Had it not been for the snake people outside, she would have disregarded the attack, even if it meant sacrificing precious possessions.
Never before in her growth had she suffered such humiliation.
"What are your intentions?"
Anger simmered in Medusa's voice.
Uchiha Ran found it amusing.
A queen who once exuded an air of regality now reduced to this.
"Originally, I came to explore and confirm things," Uchiha Ran explained. "But after encountering you, I have a new purpose."
He stared into Medusa's eyes, pondering for a moment before continuing, "Become my partner, Medusa."
"Huh?" Medusa was momentarily stunned but not surprised.
Accustomed to the infatuation of men, she had seen it all.
Releasing her charm, men would willingly do anything to express their devotion, though they could not touch her.
Mere puppets controlled by desire.
It was normal for the opposite sex to display interest and possessiveness.
Of course, the strong could resist her charm, but they held little interest in her.
"You're not bothered by this?" Medusa dryly remarked, her eyes playful and sarcastic.
In human society, snake people and snake women were highly sought after, especially by noble individuals who enjoyed playing with them.
Yet, it was merely a fleeting affair.
Humans reveled in their superiority, using snake people as mere playthings.
And while humans admired snake people for their inherent charm and mind-refreshing abilities, normal people weren't particularly fond of snake tails.
The stronger the individual, the less likely they were to be swayed.
"I don't care; I'm not interested," Uchiha Ran asserted, rejecting any insinuations of perversion.
Medusa's eyes shifted, attempting to provoke him.
"If you're not interested in me, then I'll stab you without hesitation," she intended to retort, but before she could speak, Uchiha Ran continued, "But you, Medusa, are different from ordinary snake people. You can change shape upon reaching Dou Zong, and then you can..."
"How do you know the secrets of my Medusa lineage?" Medusa's purple eyes widened.
The ability to transform when promoted to Dou Zong was a well-guarded secret, unknown even to the elders and sealed within the memory of Medusa's bloodline. Passing on this information was infrequent, aiming to prevent Medusa from being pursued by powerful human beings.
Yet, the person before her seemed to possess this forbidden knowledge.
Uchiha Ran had no intentions of dispelling Medusa's confusion. Instead, he smiled and gazed at the Green Lotus Core Flame.
"Why not start transforming now, using the power of the strange fire?" he suggested, disregarding the injury in his own body.
Medusa's expression changed. "You're aware of the risks. The promotion using Heavenly Flame is life-threatening. Even with the cold spring prepared in advance, the success rate is minimal. I'd need to be at my peak to attempt it."
"In my current state, I'm as good as dead!"
"I know everything you just said," Uchiha Ran said, inserting a finger into Medusa's mouth. "You'll understand after a bite."
Medusa: ???
This person is absolutely abnormal!
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