CHAPTER 44: CHAPTER 8: THE TERROR OF A SECT DOU POWERHOUSE (2ND UPDATE)_1

"Coldly beautiful, voluptuous, mature, and charming—indeed a rare treasure in this world!"

Yun Shan surveyed Medusa, praised her, and said with great satisfaction, "As sacrifices to my God, she could not be more perfect!"

"Your Majesty, the Queen!"

Below, upon the city wall, a dense crowd of the Snake race instantly knelt, their voices filled with respect, breaking through the clouds.

Looking at the Medusa Queen who appeared in the sky, even Mobis, with his cold complexion, couldn’t help but let a trace of intoxication and deep-seated adoration sweep across his eyes. A woman who possessed both beauty and strength was not just rare among the Snake race; even among the powerhouses of the Human Race, few could resist this temptation.

"Yun Shan, you’ve actually broken through to Sect Dou?" The Medusa Queen’s slender, charming eyes scanned Yun Shan and Hai Bodong, finally settling on Yun Shan, her eyes full of surprise.

Advancing from Dou Emperor to Sect Dou was known to be incredibly difficult. Jia Xint Tian, the Jia Empire’s Imperial Family guardian, had reached Peak Dou Emperor long ago. Now, as his end approached, he still hadn’t broken through. (She was unaware that Jia Xint Tian had already broken through under God’s grace.)

She too had been stuck at Peak Dou Emperor for many years, trying all possible methods to no avail. Recently, she had discovered news of the Green Lotus Core Flame. She planned to find the Green Lotus Core Flame and use Different Fire to temper her body in an attempt to break through. Tempering the body with Different Fire meant nine deaths and one life. But she had no other choice; despite the danger, she wanted to try.

Little did she expect that before she could even try, Yun Shan had already broken through to Sect Dou.

"That’s right! I received God’s grace, which allowed me to break through my Cultivation Level. Thanks to my God!" Yun Shan’s eyes were full of gratitude and zeal. The God of Hongmeng is truly magnificent! Having only prayed once, I was granted such divine favor. This allowed me to break through to the Sect Dou realm I had longed for. So incredibly generous!

"God?" Medusa was somewhat puzzled. Could Yun Shan have encountered an Upper God?

"My God is a great existence that transcends the Dou Emperor, surpasses the river of time, immortal and everlasting, able to destroy galaxies with a wave of His hand, and create boundless worlds," Hai Bodong declared fervently and passionately. "With the grace of my God, not only did I break your seal, but I also advanced to a Seven-Star Dou Emperor! Thanks to my God!"

"Transcends the Dou Emperor? How is that possible?" Medusa exclaimed in shock. To her, Dou Emperors were legendary, representing the pinnacle of combat power—supremely transcendent beings. An existence that transcends the Dou Emperor? How could that be? Would such a being pay attention to two mere small fries like them?

"Medusa, I have only two purposes for coming here today." Yun Shan didn’t explain further. The oppressive aura of a Sect Dou bore down, leaving no room for doubt as he stated, "First, the Snake race will henceforth worship my God. Second, you will be a sacrifice, offered to my God!"

"Impossible!" Medusa’s anger surged, and a violent aura emanated from her, signaling her readiness to fight to the bitter end. "Yun Shan, do you really think that just because you’ve broken through to Sect Dou, you can do whatever you want? I know I’m not your match, but you’ve only just broken through. Aren’t you afraid of biting off more than you can chew?"

"Oh, Queen Medusa, don’t be hasty! This is a tremendous opportunity for you and for the entire Snake race!" Seeing that the two were about to fight, Hai Bodong quickly intervened. "That old fellow Yun Shan doesn’t have a way with words, but I guarantee that once you witness the greatness of my God, you will definitely change your mind! Moreover, being a sacrifice to my God doesn’t mean killing you; it means Ascending God Country to serve my God! With my God’s enlightenment, you won’t just break through to Sect Dou; becoming a Dou Emperor would be a piece of cake! I know you don’t believe it, but I have Volume one of ’Meditation Method’ right here. Just recite it with me once, and you’ll understand! You might even take this opportunity to break through to Sect Dou!"

"Breakthrough to Sect Dou?" Medusa looked doubtful, eyeing Hai Bodong as if he were an idiot. Recite ’Meditation Method’ once and break through to Sect Dou? Then why bother with Cultivation at all? Wouldn’t it be better to just recite it every day? Is there such a thing as a free lunch in this world? He can’t even find a believable reason to lie. No, to lie to a snake. Could Hai Bodong have gone mad from his years of being sealed by me?

"You will understand after praying to my God just once. If it’s false, I’ll turn around and leave, and I will never lay a hand on your Snake race!" Yun Shan spoke up, promising, "Rest assured, with my strength, there is absolutely no need to resort to any schemes or tricks against you."

"Queen, don’t believe them! Humans are full of tricks; they must be plotting something sinister!" Mobis shouted loudly.

"Scram!" Yun Shan glared. "A mere King Dou like you has no right to speak!" As he spoke, his Sect Dou aura slammed into Mobis. Mobis felt as if struck by a heavy blow, spitting blood as he fell to the ground, seriously injured.

Medusa’s gaze hardened; she was secretly horrified. A Sect Dou powerhouse. Truly frightening. I didn’t even have a chance to save him. If Yun Shan had intended to kill, Mobis would have died just now. Her heart grew heavier. It seems I still underestimated the power of a Sect Dou. I absolutely cannot contend with it. If Yun Shan is provoked, today could very well be a catastrophe for the Snake race.

"Fine, I will recite!" After a moment of thought, Medusa said solemnly, "I hope you will keep your promise."

"Don’t worry. Once you witness the grandeur of my God, you will be begging to worship Him," Yun Shan smiled slightly and said confidently. "In the future, you will definitely feel honored for the choice you’ve made today."

Knowing that Medusa’s sacrifice would grant her great Nature, Yun Shan also did not wish to wage war against her; a peaceful resolution was naturally best. After all, pillow talk and whispers in one’s ear are the most fearsome influences. If he offended her deeply now, there was no assurance that Medusa wouldn’t seek revenge once she reached God’s kingdom. But as long as Medusa prayed, the matter would be more than half successful. No one can refuse the grace of an Upper God. Even if Medusa is a snake, she is no exception.

"My Queen!" Countless members of the Snake race lifted their heads, their voices filled with desolate grief. In their eyes, that "Meditation Method" was definitely flawed, surely a trap laid by the cunning Human Race. The Queen was only compromising to protect them.

"I hope so!" Ignoring the concerns of her Snake Man warriors, Medusa looked deeply at Yun Shan. She was both curious about and wary of this "Meditation Method." She certainly didn’t believe Yun Shan and Hai Bodong had come all this way just to offer her an opportunity. But it’s just recitation. I want to see what power it holds. I’m confident I can withstand it. Reciting is better than facing Yun Shan, the Sect Dou, directly. Most importantly, I’m curious about the God spoken of by Yun Shan and Hai Bodong. That must at least be a powerful being above a Lord Dou. Worth witnessing. Even worth dying for. If one could learn the Truth in the morning, one could die in the evening without regret. Against a powerhouse of that level, there’s no escaping.

Under the angry and worried gazes of numerous Snake Men, Medusa looked towards Hai Bodong. She saw Hai Bodong’s eyes shining with fanaticism, his face a picture of devotion, as he began to pray.

Medusa became increasingly curious. I really want to see what sort of might this so-called God possesses. Then she began to pray alongside Hai Bodong.

「Moments later.」

A powerful and terrifying aura surged from Medusa’s body. All the Snake race warriors were startled and exclaimed, "Protect the Queen!"

Moon Mei, Mobis, and other King Dou powerhouses rushed forward, thinking Medusa was under attack.

"Stand back!" Medusa opened her eyes, the supreme authority of the Queen permeating the air, along with the distinct, powerful aura of a Sect Dou.

"This is..."

"This is the aura of a Sect Dou powerhouse!"

"The Queen... The Queen has made a breakthrough!"

"The Queen has advanced to Sect Dou!"