Jia Xing Tian's Suspicion! An Uninvited Guest!

In the grand hall, Jia Xing Tian and Yao Ye fell into a brief silence. After a moment of contemplation, Yao Ye speculated, "Grandfather, could it be that some great treasure has appeared on the eastern border?"

"That's very possible!" Jia Xing Tian nodded in agreement. The people who went to the eastern border are not ordinary individuals. How could they all appear there at the same time by coincidence? 

The leader of the Misty Cloud Sect often trains outside, so her presence is not surprising, but why would Pill King Gu He suddenly go to the Eastern border? A renowned alchemist like him is usually heavily guarded in extremely safe locations. Additionally, there were reports from the border of a mysterious youth riding a sixth-rank flying magical beasts. Such an assembly of people could only indicate that some valuable treasure has surfaced.

Jia Xing Tian squinted, a sharp light flashing in his cloudy eyes. "It seems that this old body of mine needs to move as well!" He decided that it would be wise to see things for himself and be prepared for anything. 

The Snake-People Tribe, who were powerful and ruthless, had been barely driven into the Tager Desert by the combined forces of several empires, including Jia Ma Empire. This demonstrated that the Snake-People's overall strength was far beyond what Jia Ma Empire alone could handle. 

On the back of a flying beast, besides Jia Xing Tian, a Dou Emperor level expert, there was also a Dou King and seven or eight Dou Ling Spirit guards. 

"Grandfather, this matter is of great importance. I want to go with you!" Yao Ye requested urgently. She suspected that this incident might also be related to the Snake-People Tribe occupying the Tager Desert.

After some thought, Jia Xing Tian raised an eyebrow but did not refuse. "Alright, this could be a good experience for you. It will greatly benefit your strength and knowledge." He knew that, as the future Queen of the Jia Ma Empire, Yao Ye needed more experience and power to prepare for ruling the vast empire. However, without the close protection of a Dou Emperor, Yao Ye's safety had to be ensured.

Soon, a massive flying beast took off from the Jia Ma Palace. Jia Xing Tian was well aware of the Snake-People Tribe's background. Years ago, the Jia Ma Empire, along with surrounding empires, barely managed to drive them into the depths of the desert without being able to eliminate them completely. 

As this event caused a stir in the palace, other major families in the imperial capital also received some information and began to pay close attention. The Eastern border is indeed a very sensitive area. 

"Are the reports true? How could a group of teenagers possess a sixth-rank magical beast as a mount?"

"My father once encountered a sixth-rank magical beast, and just a glance from it was enough to make anyone below the Dou Emperor level bow under its terrifying pressure."

"Why are the Misty Cloud Sect leader and Pill King Gu He present? Could it be... that a treasure has indeed appeared on the Eastern border?" Many influential families speculated in secret, aware of the sensitivity of the eastern border.

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At the Eastern border of Jia Ma Empire, near the Tager Desert, Gu Fei placed the still-unconscious Seven-Colored Heaven Swallowing Python back into his sleeve and walked out of the cave. The sensation of Medusa's soft, slippery skin still lingered on his fingertips, her fiery curves, her angry eyes, and flushed cheeks repeatedly appearing in his mind. Although nothing really happened between them, Gu Fei's face was still slightly red, unable to control the images of Medusa's alluring, naked form from flashing through his mind.

"Brother Gu Fei, what's wrong?" Xiao Yi Xian and Qing Lin, who were waiting outside the cave, noticed his unusual behavior and asked with concern.

Xiao Yi Xian feels concerned, emotion value +100

Qing Lin feels concerned, emotion value +70

"It's nothing, perhaps refining the Heavenly Flame took too much energy!" Gu Fei smiled, brushing it off without mentioning what had just happened. Refining a Heavenly Flame is indeed a life-and-death matter, and it's easy for one to be consumed by it if they aren't careful. However, Gu Fei, who easily refined the Green Lotus Core Flame, was an anomaly. Xiao Yi Xian could tell he was hiding something but chose not to press him. If he wanted to talk, he would naturally tell her.

"Make sure to rest well!" Xiao Yi Xian said worriedly.

Xiao Yi Xian feels worried, emotion value +100

Her unguarded concern warmed Gu Fei's heart. He gently patted her head and reassured her, bringing a faint smile to her face. Xiao Yi Xian and Qing Lin then went off to start a fire and prepare food. Their peaceful and joyful life together seemed almost idyllic. Qing Lin, who had never imagined living such a life, quietly watched Gu Fei's back with gratitude for her decision to stay with him.

Qing Lin feels satisfied, emotion value +70

Hearing the system's notification, Gu Fei paused in his thoughts and then resumed thinking about their next destination. After acquiring the Green Lotus Core Flame, Gu Fei had considered leaving the Jia Ma Empire. Although there were still a few people with high fortune in the empire, Gu Fei already had Xiao Yi Xian, Qing Lin, and the Amethyst Winged Lion King, who could barely count as half a person. He wasn't particularly eager to seek out those with higher fortunes.

As they traveled, their pace was leisurely. The Lion King would fly for a few hours before stopping. Xiao Yi Xian and Qing Lin chatted, their eyes sparkling with joy, while Gu Fei quietly watched them, a smile unconsciously appearing on his face.

"Focus on guiding the Dou Qi within your body, feeling the heavy energy in the air…" Gu Fei patiently guided the inexperienced Qing Lin in her cultivation. With her terrifying constitution, the Triple Jade-Green Snake Flower Pupils, Qing Lin could directly absorb the energy from the snake-like creatures she controlled, allowing her to progress rapidly.

One day later, they stopped to rest in a secluded place. Qing Lin sat cross-legged, her eyes closed as she meditated. Gu Fei, observing her cultivation, suddenly frowned. He had sensed a Dou Emperor level presence approaching from a distance.