Splish-splash, the giant serpent returned to the water once again, while the Snake Lord stood at a distance, his expression shifting unpredictably as he watched the massive creature. After the earlier battle, his Lifeline Snake, the Black Mamba, had sustained grievous injuries.
As the Snake Lord, his strength was closely tied to the condition of his Lifeline Snake. The Black Mamba's injury had significantly weakened his abilities as well.
Although the Snake Lord coveted the giant serpent even more now, he was very aware that taming it this time was an impossible feat.
"What a powerful beast!" The Snake Lord gritted his teeth. Despite suffering a significant loss, his determination to claim the serpent only grew stronger. "Once I've recovered and made full preparations, I'll return. I will tame you, my dear darling. Just you wait!"
With these words, the Snake Lord took a deep breath and disappeared into the distance.
