Chapter 72

[Ding, the one-month period has arrived. Congratulations, host, you have obtained a chance to exchange.]

Hearing the system notification in his mind, Xiao Se took out a blank scroll from his spatial ring, sketched some figures on it, and then shouted in his mind, "System, exchange this scroll for me."

With the increase in his cultivation, Xiao Se felt that his available dou techniques were becoming increasingly inadequate. Except for "Red Flame Sword" and "Lion's Roar," the three low-level Xuan-rank dou techniques he had bought from the Mittal Auction House were gradually falling behind. 

As for the Horizontal Sword Technique, although it wouldn't become obsolete, it was only suitable for close combat. Thus, he needed to find new dou skills.

[Ding, congratulations, host, you have exchanged for Uchiha Madara's ninja technique scroll from the Naruto world. It has been automatically converted into dou techniques.]

Hearing this, Xiao Se was momentarily stunned. Uchiha's ninja technique scroll? It seemed like the system was pushing him to play with fire.

With a flash of ghostly light in his hand, Xiao Se retrieved the scroll from the system's warehouse and opened it to check:

[Fire Style: Great Fire Annihilation

Unknown level, releases a massive wave of fire akin to seawater in front, with a wide range.

Fire Style: Great Fire Destruction

Unknown level, spits out a fireball resembling a meteor falling to the ground. Upon impact, the fire spreads into a sea of flames, capable of instantly igniting a small forest, with greater power than Great Fire Annihilation.

Fire Style: Dragon Flame Song Technique

Unknown level, releases four fire dragons towards the ground, attacking the same target from four directions simultaneously. The hit rate is 100%, with almost no way to avoid it except by withstanding it directly.

Fire Style: Dust Concealment Technique

Unknown level, spits out a cloud of high-temperature dust that spreads upon hitting the ground, causing high-temperature damage to enemies and exploding after a period. The user can use the dust to obstruct enemies' vision, thus hiding themselves.]

Seeing there were four techniques, Xiao Se's lips curved into a smile. Finally, he could alleviate the awkwardness of having too few dou techniques.

"Brother, did something happy happen?" Hong Kuis voice suddenly sounded softly from the magic sword.

Xiao Se smiled as he stroked the magic sword and replied, "Hehe, not much. It's just that I seem to have obtained some decent dou skills."

Though Hong Kui was somewhat confused about where Xiao Se got these dou techniques, she was happy since Xiao Se was happy. "Then, brother, congratulations."

Xiao Se nodded slightly, his expression suddenly becoming serious. He said apologetically, "Hong Kui, I'm sorry for the trouble I've caused you during this time. I haven't been able to spend much time with you."

Hong Kui shook her head, sensing the surroundings to ensure no one was around. She slowly floated out of the magic sword and into Xiao Se's embrace. "No, no, Hong Kui understands that brother is doing this for Hong Kui's sake. Brother has worked hard to revive Hong Kui."

"I will definitely revive you," Xiao Se vowed silently as he held Hong Kui close.

After some tender moments, to prevent Queen Medusa from noticing, Hong Kui returned to the demon sword.

As noon approached, Queen Medusa finally returned.

"Where's my Soul Guarding Pill?" Queen Medusa frowned slightly and extended her hand to Xiao Se.

This time, because Xiao Se used the Concealment Technique, she was unable to see through his cultivation.

Xiao Se smiled faintly, took out a jade bottle from his robe, and casually tossed it, saying, "It's already prepared."

Queen Medusa received the pill, removed the bottle cap to confirm it was indeed the correct pill, and her lips revealed an alluring smile.

However, when she saw the once lush herb garden now turned bare, with only a dried-up pond left in the center, Queen Medusa's smile instantly froze.

"What happened here?" A cold light flashed in Queen Medusa's eyes. These were materials she had painstakingly collected over many years.

"Hehe, I guessed you would choose to evolve here, so the island would likely turn into ruins. I took the liberty of storing those herbs in advance," Xiao Se scratched his head awkwardly and laughed dryly.

Hearing this, Queen Medusa glared at Xiao Se. She had seen shameless behavior before, but this was unprecedentedly shameless. Fortunately, she had kept the Ice Spirit Cold Fountain on her, otherwise, it might not have been preserved. Although Xiao Se wasn't wrong, during evolution, the entire island might indeed become a wasteland.

"Take out the Heavenly Flame. The ritual is about to begin," Queen Medusa said calmly.

Xiao Se's smile gradually faded, and his eyes narrowed. He said seriously, "It seems you're already prepared."

"I was ready a long time ago." Queen Medusa turned and slowly moved to the small pond, lightly touched her spatial ring, and the Ice Spirit Cold Fountain gushed out like a faucet.

Xiao Se nodded, his face showing a serious expression. He took out the lotus platform from the system space with a sigh, and said, "Although this is just a transaction between us, I must say, your determination to go to great lengths, even risking everything for evolution and to lead the Snake-People out of their predicament, whether successful or not, is truly worthy of the title of Snake-People Queen."

Queen Medusa was slightly taken aback by his words. A faint, gentle smile appeared at the corner of her lips, and she thought to herself that perhaps this human wasn't as annoying as she had imagined.

"Once the Green Lotus Core Flame leaves the lotus platform, it will completely lose control. Even I don't know what will happen. This is the Blood Lotus Pill, which can form a layer of blood scabs on the body's surface to block the fire's attack. It was originally a backup for myself. Although its quality is somewhat lacking, it will help reduce some pain if you take it." As he spoke, Xiao Se threw out another jade bottle.

With her back to Xiao Se, Queen Medusa took the bottle with her elegant hand, smiling beautifully and alluringly.

"Thank you. It's best if you stay away after leaving the Heavenly Flame. Even though I can't see through you entirely, even you can't withstand the power of the Heavenly Flame and the thunder tribulation."

"To witness the evolution of Queen Medusa is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for me. I have my ways to protect myself."

"Do as you wish." Queen Medusa's eyebrows furrowed slightly, and she didn't say much more.

Under Xiao Se's guidance, the green flame on the lotus platform left the lotus seat and slowly floated to the center of the island. In an instant, the Green Lotus Core Flame lost its confinement, absorbing the surrounding energy and rapidly expanding. 

Within moments, it transformed into a gigantic blue lotus flower with a diameter of several meters. The green lotus flower spun violently, and its terrifying power seemed to look down upon the world, erupting in a violent blue-green energy wave.

Xiao Se raised his hand to place the lotus platform in front of him. The energy wave encountered the lotus platform, instantly being suppressed and dissipated.

Queen Medusa stared at the Green Lotus Core Flame above the center of the island, letting the energy waves hit her without fear. Her red robe fluttered fiercely, and she removed her crown, shouting to Xiao Se without turning back, "You're right. For the sake of the Snake-People People, I am willing to give everything. Whether today's evolution succeeds or not, I am worthy of the title of Snake-People Queen."

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