Misty Cloud Sect.
Deep within the Misty Cloud Mountain, an overwhelming and majestic aura burst forth, like an ancient dragon awakening from its slumber, radiating an unstoppable pressure that swept across the land!
This colossal and dragon-like aura enveloped the entire Misty Cloud Mountain in an instant. Countless disciples of the sect were overwhelmed by a profound sense of awe, instinctively falling to their knees in the direction of this overwhelming presence.
Even Yun Leng and the elders of the sect, though not kneeling, respectfully bent their backs in reverence.
"Master has broken through!"
Yun Yun, sensing the immense power, showed no surprise.
After all, Jia Xingtian had managed to break through after obtaining the Boundary-Breaking Pill. It was only natural for Yun Shan to do the same.
"This aura... It's Yun Shan, that old man. He's actually broken through!"
Hai Bodong sprang to his feet, soaring into the sky as he stared toward the direction of the Misty Cloud Sect, his voice tinged with undisguised shock.
"I heard Yun Shan recently visited Master Zhou and left in high spirits. Meanwhile, Gu He has been despondent these past few days. It's likely Yun Shan obtained a Boundary-Breaking Pill from Master Zhou!"
Jia Xingtian's figure appeared beside Hai Bodong. Gazing toward the Misty Cloud Sect, he spoke with a calm tone.
"That old man... He sold out his disciple, didn't he?"
Hai Bodong smirked, quickly piecing things together.
Gu He's affection for Yun Yun wasn't a secret among the strong within the Jia Ma Empire.
Soon after, news of Yun Shan's breakthrough to the Dou Ancestor realm spread across the empire.
Unlike the original tale, this time Yun Shan made no effort to hide it. In fact, accompanying the news was the announcement of Zhou Yi and Yun Yun's engagement.
And so...
The Jia Ma Empire erupted into a frenzy.
"Whoa! My heavens, Master Zhou is something else. Princess Yao Ye isn't even through the door, and another fiancée is already in line!"
"Sect Leader Yun Yun is the youngest female Dou Emperor in our empire, peerlessly beautiful and elegant. Master Zhou is truly blessed!"
"To live as a man like Master Zhou is to truly live!"
"Indeed, Master Zhou's joys are beyond imagination!"
Countless men were envious, but their jealousy couldn't take root. The gap between them and Master Zhou was simply insurmountable.
A powerhouse beyond Dou Ancestor.
A seventh-tier alchemist.
Any one of these identities was beyond their reach.
Tager Desert.
Snake-Peope Tribe Royal Palace.
"So, Yun Shan has broken through as well..."
Medusa lounged lazily on her throne, her enchanting, slitted eyes flashing with urgency. Watching one rival after another ascend, she could hardly suppress her own impatience.
Upon Yue Mei's return, Medusa had already commanded the Snake-People Tribe to fully mobilize in gathering medicinal herbs.
The Snake-People Tribe lacked skilled alchemists, though their stores of herbs were considerable. Still, the list provided by Zhou Yi was vast and complex, making collection a significant challenge.
Once again, Medusa issued her orders:
"Accelerate the gathering of medicinal herbs."
Zhou Manor.
Back Courtyard.
Zhou Yi reclined lazily in a rocking chair, basking in the warm sunlight. The chaos of the outside world didn't seem to affect him in the slightest.
A teacup on a stone table nearby steamed gently, the aroma of spirit tea wafting through the air, refreshing and delightful.
Ya Fei approached gracefully, her long legs moving with poise. A slight, enchanting smile adorned her captivating face. Clad in a vibrant red, tight-fitting, elegant gown, her figure was perfectly accentuated.
As she neared, the sunlight was obscured. Zhou Yi lazily opened his eyes, his gaze lingering on the exposed fair length of her long legs beneath her gown, sparking a certain heat within.
Her slender waist, cinched by a silver sash, was brought into sharp relief, emphasizing her alluring curves.
Looking further up, Zhou Yi's eyes burned with even greater intensity. His favorite delicacy... had only grown more enticing.
"Such a leisurely life, husband!"
Ya Fei's peach blossom eyes locked onto Zhou Yi, her voice soft and sultry, carrying a bewitching charm.
"Seizing a fleeting moment of peace!"
Zhou Yi chuckled, pulling Ya Fei's voluptuous figure into his arms. Inhaling the faint fragrance of her hair, his warm hand gently caressed her slightly rounded abdomen.
It wasn't excess weight, nor was it too full. Rather, it was the subtle sign of life developing within.
About three months along now.
"Don't cause trouble!"
Leaning into Zhou Yi, Ya Fei felt his mischievous hand. Her enchanting eyes glanced at him, feigning annoyance.
"Are you off to see the child again?"
"Heh, you know me well, Ya Fei!"
"You'd better save your energy for the eldest princess arriving tomorrow!"
Swatting away his roguish hand, Ya Fei pouted with mock exasperation.
"Jealous?"
"I wouldn't dare!"
Though her words were coy, her heart secretly welcomed Yao Ye's arrival. She alone could no longer keep up with Zhou Yi.
"Women and their contradictions," Zhou Yi mused. "They say no, but they mean yes!"
He laughed, lifting Ya Fei and setting her aside before reclining once more in his rocking chair. His mind turned to the child.
From his cultivation, Zhou Yi already knew this child would be a boy. However, to him, boy or girl made no difference. He adored them all the same.
In recent times, though Zhou Yi hadn't actively cultivated, his strength had continued to grow. Thanks to the descendants he had across the Douluo World, his power accumulated steadily.
Now, his cultivation had reached the peak of one-star Dou Venerate.
The next day.
Zhou Manor was abuzz with activity, adorned in festive red. The joyous occasion of marrying the empire's long princess, Yao Ye, was being celebrated.
The wedding was grand and no less extravagant than Ya Fei's. In fact, the Jia Ma Empire's involvement made it even more spectacular than the Miteer Clan's.
The entire Jia Ma Holy City was alight with celebration. Zhou Manor was crowded with guests as all the empire's major powers gathered.
Suddenly, a voice rang out:
"Queen Medusa has arrived!"
Gasps erupted as the crowd parted, their eyes fixating on a stunning, alluring figure gracefully approaching.
Draped in a regal purple robe, Queen Medusa's curvaceous body exuded a mature charm, like a ripe peach radiating with delicate allure.
Her long, silky hair cascaded over her shoulders, ending at her slender waist. Beneath her robe, a glimpse of her purple serpent tail added an untamed elegance.
With every sway of her tail, an intoxicating, wild beauty radiated from her, leaving the onlookers captivated.
"Is this Queen Medusa?"
Xiao Yan's gaze traced her nearly flawless figure before settling on her radiant face. His heart skipped a beat, understanding at last why her beauty rivaled her infamous ferocity.
This was a woman whose allure could only be described as enchanting. Beneath that seductive exterior lay a queen's innate dignity and majesty.
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