Chapter 323: Kneeling Before Yan Zun, Queen Medusa
A peculiar atmosphere loomed over the spacious and brightly lit hall, where numerous figures were seated.
Inside the room, various factions of the Jia Ma Empire were engaged in discussions regarding the empire's current situation and potential alliances. However, despite their apparent focus, some individuals couldn't help but frequently glance toward the grand doors clearly distracted.
Even though the people present were considered "big shots" within the empire, they were visibly uneasy.
And the reason was simple
Inside the Mittel Clan Estate, there were two figures of absolute terror residing within these walls.
At the head of the hall, two seats remained empty
And everyone knew exactly to whom they belonged.
This was precisely why the gathered leaders found it difficult to concentrate.
As the Elder of the Mittel Clan, Hai Bodong had naturally taken the role of leading the discussion.
Among everyone present, he alone was qualified to do so
If it had been anyone else, dissent and disputes would have immediately erupted.
Hai Bodong spoke passionately, his words flowing like a storm, but
At that very moment
"Creak "
The tightly shut doors slowly swung open.
The clear sound of the doors echoed through the hall, and instantly
Everyone subconsciously straightened their backs.
Then, all gazes turned toward the doorway.
As the doors fully opened, two stunning figures appeared before their eyes.
"Gentlemen, I hope I'm not late?"
A youthful yet majestic voice resounded through the hall.
Despite the youthfulness of the tone, there was no trace of immaturity
Only a commanding authority that sent shivers down their spines!
The moment those words fell, the entire room instantly erupted into motion.
"THUD!"
A synchronized kneeling sound reverberated through the air.
The most powerful figures of the Jia Ma Empire fell to their knees, their voices booming in unison:
"We greet Yan Zun! Queen Medusa!"
Wu Tian: "…"
Medusa: "…"
The two figures standing at the doorway none other than Wu Tian and Queen Medusa
Had just gotten out of bed.
"Yan Zun."
This new title had been born from Hai Bodong's previous accounts, which had thoroughly shaken the gathered leaders.
For the first time, these so called "pillars of the Jia Ma Empire" fully realized
Just how weak they truly were.
The Snake People Tribe was no longer the same as before!
What was once thought to be a "colossal force", the Jia Nan Academy, was in reality
A mere subordinate faction of the Snake People!
Even the dreaded Black Corner Region, a place where over a dozen Dou Huang level experts roamed, had also
Fallen under their dominion.
Today, the Snake People Tribe boasted an uncountable number of Dou Wang level warriors.
Their Dou Huang level experts numbered in the dozens.
And their Dou Zong level warriors?
Even five had already been confirmed!
Of course, Hai Bodong had been conservative in his report.
If he had known the full truth, he would have never stopped at just five.
After all
Within Jia Nan Academy alone, there were already two Dou Zong elders at their peak Qian Bai and Qian Er.
With Su Qian included, that made three.
Add Queen Medusa and Wu Tian's mount, the majestic seventh rank Purple Crystal Winged Lion King that made five.
And that wasn't even counting Wu Tian himself, nor the Heavenly Flame Venerable Spirit residing within Jia Nan Academy!
But in Hai Bodong's account, both the Heavenly Flame Venerable and Wu Tian had already been classified as Dou Zun level powerhouses.
Because his statements were the truth
And these men needed to understand just how massive the power gap truly was.
They could no longer afford to posture before the Snake People Tribe.
They simply weren't worthy.
Upon hearing these revelations, the gathered leaders collapsed back into their seats, their bodies drained of strength.
At last, they understood
Their once proud factions were nothing but grains of sand in an endless ocean.
Calling them ants would not even be an exaggeration.
It was just as Hai Bodong had said
If not for their geographical location, the Snake People Tribe wouldn't have even cared whether the Jia Ma Empire lived or died.
And now, every leader in the room also realized
That the opponent they faced, the Hall of Souls, was even more terrifying than they had ever imagined.
Even the Snake People Tribe had yet to make a move, which only further emphasized
Just how powerful the forces behind the Yun Lan Sect truly were.
This was precisely why Wu Tian remained cautious.
In the original storyline, the Hall of Souls had only dispatched Elder Protector Wu to the Yun Lan Sect.
But now?
Wu Tian was certain
The Yun Lan Sect was crawling with Hall of Souls members.
There might even be a Dou Zun level presence lurking within.
After all
The entire Black Corner Region had already fallen into Wu Tian's grasp.
The Hall of Souls operatives who once collaborated with Han Feng had all vanished.
Where had they gone?
The answer was obvious
They had gathered at the Yun Lan Sect, preparing to strike the Snake People Tribe in one fell swoop!
And
To hunt down the Xiao Clan remnants.
Wu Tian could not allow the Xiao Clan to be wiped out.
Because as long as the Xiao Clan existed
Xiao Yan would always return!
Like the old saying went
"You can run, but your home cannot."
No matter where Xiao Yan fled,
As long as the Xiao Clan stood, he would inevitably return to "deliver more Heavenly Flames."
Xiao Yan, that shameless old acquaintance, could not die yet.
Because as long as he remained alive,
The plot of the Dou Qi Continent would stay on course.
Without him, everything would spiral out of control
And building his empire would become significantly harder.
Most importantly
With Xiao Yan around, life was just a little more fun.
His "good old friend" had even brought back two new Heavenly Flames this time
"Where else would I find someone this considerate?"
As Wu Tian and Medusa stood at the entrance,
The entire hall of leaders knelt before them.
Even the women who secretly harbored feelings for Wu Tian had followed suit.
At this moment
They all finally understood.
Why Queen Medusa had always been so cold toward them.
Because they were simply unworthy.
Respect was only earned through power
And in his world, they still did not qualify.
"Rise."
Wu Tian took Queen Medusa's hand and walked toward his rightful seat of power.
At last, the two vacant thrones had found their owners
And the uneasy atmosphere in the hall finally made sense.
As Wu Tian settled into his chair,
His gaze swept across the hall, lingering on a particular blue robed woman
Jia Ma Empire's newly crowned Empress, Yao Ye.
A grin tugged at the corner of his lips.
"It's only been a few days, and she's already the ruler of the empire?"
"Jia Xingtian really knows how to play the game."
Turning toward the old fox himself, Jia Xingtian, Wu Tian smiled.
"Jia Lao, it's been a while. You haven't aged a day."
Jia Xingtian let out a dry chuckle,
Then immediately bowed deeply
"Yan Zun, if not for you, this old man would have been buried long ago. Jia Xingtian sincerely thanks you for saving my life!"
Wu Tian merely smiled
And looked toward the rest of the room.
Including…
A certain Nalan Clan elder whose expression was extremely awkward.
(End of Chapter)
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