Chapter 73: Ziyan VS Medusa!

Within these undercurrents, there was an extremely vast amount of energy. If struck by it, even a Dou Master would only end up severely injured.

However, Jiang Yun had stayed in the subterranean lava beneath Canaan Academy for two years. Now, with the level of a Dou King, these challenges posed no difficulty for Jiang Yun.

Following the aura sensed by his soul, he continuously swam through what seemed like the endless depth of the magma. The surrounding temperature was almost doubling.

After an unknown period, a point of green light suddenly appeared in the dark red world. Jiang Yun's heart moved, knowing that he was close to the target.

He immediately sped up, and finally, not far ahead, he saw an object encompassed by a bright green light.

The green light covered the magma, vaguely revealing a green lotus swaying gently within it.

"Green Lotus Core Flame!"

Seeing the Green Lotus Core Flame, the Immortal Saint Flame within Jiang Yun faintly moved, emanating a sense of longing.

Although the devouring part, the Devil Flame, had been separated by Jiang Yun, the Immortal Saint Flame, as part of the Holy Heaven Demon Flame, was also extremely dominant, expressing a desire for the Green Lotus Core Flame.

"Seems like you can't wait either!"

Muttering to himself, Jiang Yun stamped his foot fiercely and rushed into the area covered by the green light.

Upon entering the green light, the surrounding temperature strangely dropped, or rather, all the energy had concentrated on the green lotus ahead.

The green lotus had eight leaves, each resembling the most perfect jade, exuding a sense of natural perfection, making it almost irresistible.

At the center of the lotus was a small platform about two to three feet wide, emitting a faint glow—it was the Earth Fire Lotus Seed.

In the center of the platform was a fist-sized hole; within the hole, a cluster of green flames burned fiercely.

Without rushing to collect the strange fire, Jiang Yun extended his immense soul power down through the green lotus. According to the Holy Heaven Demon Emperor's speculations, many strange fires on the Dou Qi Continent were formed by the fusion of various origins after the fall of the previous owner of the Eternal Fire Body.

So, could there be other gains at the birthplace of this strange fire?

It was, after all, the legacy of a peak Saint-grade Heavenly Supreme. How could Jiang Yun not be moved?

Unfortunately, whether it was too long a time or some other reason, Jiang Yun found nothing. In his sensing, this magma sea housed only this solitary green lotus.

Not feeling disappointed, Jiang Yun took out a jade knife from his storage ring and cut at the point where the lotus connected to the stem, causing the entire green lotus to instantly fall.

He caught the lotus with his hand; although the strange fire was extremely violent, the Green Lotus Core Flame, while in its growth phase within the lotus, appeared exceptionally gentle.

At this moment, the surrounding green light was gradually shrinking.

Looking at the remaining stem, he saw the slender stem, over ten meters long, covered with dense small tendrils wildly swaying.

Jiang Yun could clearly sense that the stem was greedily absorbing the violent fire-attribute energy from the surrounding magma.

Perhaps in another millennium, another Green Lotus Core Flame would be born here!

Just as he was about to leave, a peculiar thought suddenly popped into Jiang Yun's mind. The places known to birth strange fires on the Dou Qi Continent were fixed.

Strange fires were also a type of life form; they could cultivate. When they accumulated enough spiritual energy, they could form a Fire Spirit Body.

"Today you help me, someday I will aid you!"

With this thought rising, Jiang Yun did not hesitate. Muttering softly, he sent out spirit seals, setting up a tier-5 spirit-gathering formation around the area, which he was quite adept at.

With the array formed, he observed his work, feeling the stem absorb energy from heaven and earth even more frantically. Jiang Yun chuckled, satisfied, before turning to leave with the lotus.

In the subterranean cave.

Qinglin anxiously watched the still surface of the magma lake, unable to help but worry, "Sister Ziyan, why hasn't Brother Jiang Yun come out yet?"

At this moment, if anyone observed closely, they would find that Qinglin had transformed from a little girl averse to fighting into a 'master' with three levels of Dou Zhi Li. Her white wrist bore a red bracelet.

"Don't worry, this level of difficulty is a piece of cake for Xiao Yun!" Ziyan answered calmly with arms crossed, though her unconsciously tapping foot betrayed her inner anxiety.

Even though she said this, considering Jiang Yun was there to subdue a strange fire, and she had witnessed the terrifying Fallen Heart Flame before, she remained extremely cautious about strange fires.

If not for Jiang Yun's repeated assurances and the Green Lotus Core Flame ranking five places below the Fallen Heart Flame, she wouldn't have let him go alone.

As the two awaited anxiously, the once still magma lake stirred, drawing their attention.

"Splash—" The sound of breaking water echoed through the cave.

To their delight, Jiang Yun's flame-wrapped figure slowly emerged from the magma, appearing before them with the green lotus in hand.

"Brother Jiang Yun, are you alright?"

"Is this the Green Lotus Core Flame?"

Seeing Jiang Yun unharmed, both Ziyan and Qinglin were captivated by the lotus in his hand. Setting aside its other characteristics, its appearance alone was pleasing, and girls often liked beautiful things.

Nodding, Jiang Yun glanced at both, stopping briefly on Qinglin, amazed by how terrifying the Bi Snake Tri-Flow Pupils were. Just like that, she had reached three levels of Dou Zhi Li.

No wonder it was one of the two great physiques on the Dou Qi Continent. With enough resources, it could rival the divine bloodlines of the Emperor clans. In fact, the Bi Snake Tri-Flow Pupils were themselves a kind of divine serpent bloodline.

"The strange fire is in hand, let's go!"

The two had no objections. Together, they retraced their steps out of the subterranean cave and sealed the passage.

Soon after exiting the passage, Jiang Yun and Ziyan's eyes narrowed, exchanging glances before simultaneously flapping their Battle Qi wings and quickly heading towards a distant oasis.

"They've discovered me!" A shadowy figure murmured as she watched them leave, perplexed by their discovery.

Two of them gave her a sense of trepidation, a feeling of kinship, while the leading human boy, surprisingly with just the power of a Dou King, noticed her.

Though a young Dou King was indeed rare, she hadn't deemed the trio worthy of concern.

Unexpectedly, they gave her a 'surprise'. With her stealth ability, she was discovered.

"Hmph, let's see what you've got!" The Queen Medusa coldly snorted, unafraid. Wings of Battle Qi spread behind her as she turned into a purple streak of light and followed.

Moreover, the strange fire in Jiang Yun's hand was something she was determined to obtain!

As the queen of the snake-human race, Medusa was not only renowned for her beauty but also formidable in strength. Even against a Dou Ancestor, she would not retreat.

However, her bloodline, which granted her power, also became her shackle.

The mid-tier bloodline secret technique she once used capped her power at the peak of Dou Emperor.

As the queen, tasked with leading her people out of the desert, merely being a peak Dou Emperor was insufficient. She needed more power.

Now, the hope of breaking through was right before her, and she would not let it go.

"She's following us!"

Flying, Ziyan sensed the movement behind and informed Jiang Yun, her expression now serious, and a cold gleam flashing in her eyes.

The opponent behind felt entirely different from the opponent before. As a fellow magical beast, she could perceive Medusa's strength.

It seemed this was an enemy, not a friend, making her extra cautious!

"This should be a good match!" Jiang Yun, noticing the pursuer, gleaned insight. Indeed, in the Tagore Desert, who else but her could evoke such a feeling?

Replying briefly, he increased speed. Shortly after, the trio landed on an oasis.

In mid-air, a graceful silhouette appeared, accompanied by a terrifying pressure.

"Hmm—"

Feeling the comprehensive pressure, Ziyan snorted coldly, moving to shield Jiang Yun, and stared down Medusa.

Gently pushing Qinglin behind, Jiang Yun carefully scrutinized Queen Medusa. Even he couldn't help but feel a flash of admiration.

Clad in luxurious purple robes, with a body as beautiful and voluptuous as a ripened peach, her silky black hair cascaded casually down her shoulders. Reaching her slender waist, it swayed in the wind.

Her flawless face was naturally alluring, and below her robes, a glimpse of a purple snake tail could be seen, gracefully swaying.

A truly enchanting seductress that always seemed to tempt!

"Hand over the strange fire, and I'll spare your lives!"

Medusa's voice was cold, filled with arrogance, and carried an unmistakable threat wrapped in a naked killing intent.

Renowned for both her beauty and cruelty, she was feared by many. Killing was to her as simple as slaughtering chickens.

In the Jama Empire, her terror was well-known, and near the Tagore Desert, her very name was enough to quiet crying children—a true terrifying beauty.

"Bold words! Watch me!"

Medusa's words thoroughly infuriated Ziyan. With a delicate shout, she stomped forward as if on solid ground and instantly appeared before Medusa.

A pale fist struck out swiftly, imbued with purple light, carrying a terrifying power.

Surprised by the space force surge, Medusa acknowledged the rare sight of someone mastering space at the Dou Emperor level.

Owing to her nearing the Dou Ancestor realm and her exceptional bloodline, she was skilled with space force, rivaling low-tier Dou Ancestors. Seeing someone more talented sparked surprise and caution.

Confronted with the impending immense force, Medusa's eyes flashed. She quickly made an adaptive maneuver.

Grasping her snake-shaped long sword, she slashed it toward Ziyan's fair neck.

Ziyan, not foolish enough to test Medusa's sword, deftly evaded the slash.

"Crimson Dragon Spear!"

With a clear shout, a massive crimson-gold spear materialized in Ziyan's hand, crashing down on Medusa.

"Hmph!"

Grinning coldly, Medusa met the descending spear. Although a sword hardly suited strength competitions, she fearlessly countered.

"Clang!"

As their weapons clashed, sparks flew, and a powerful force rippled, sending both shadowy figures retreating.

Medusa spun gracefully mid-air, stabilizing by wing power and deft maneuvering, while Ziyan stumbled back multiple steps.

"Vile woman, you're strong!" Ziyan acknowledged, flexing her numb hand. She had never met an equal in raw strength among peers.

"You're not bad either!" Medusa's face slightly cold. She had used superior technique and strength just to tie. This young monster possessed superior physical strength.

Knowing her limits, Medusa opted to play to her strengths.

"Ten Thousand Snakes Devour!"

With a swift hand seal, countless slender purple snakes materialized, surging toward Ziyan from all around.

"Hateful things!" Frowning at the assaulting serpents, Ziyan inhaled deeply, gathered dragon aura, and compressed it.

"Roar—"

The terrifying dragon roar burst out, shattering the snake shadows into dissolving energy.

"An advanced dragon bloodline!" Medusa now fully recognized Ziyan's identity, elevating her caution, knowing dragons bore powerful bloodlines.

"Hmph!" Ziyan snorted at the scattering shadows, mocking Medusa.

"Can you win against me in skills?"

(Chapter End)