87: Chapter 87 Supreme Commander

This young woman dressed in a green dress was beautiful and moving, yet she possessed a cold and elegant temperament that most women lacked. At first glance, this aura didn't seem particularly eye-catching, but once one truly felt it, they would discover that this pure and beautiful aura was like something independent and transcendent, striking deep into one's heart.

In Medusa's eyes, just having this temperament made her no less impressive than the two previous girls. Furthermore, under her perception, she actually couldn't sense this woman's Realm at all.

Could this woman also be a young powerhouse?

It was no wonder Medusa was overthinking; everyone in the Jia Ma Empire knew Xiao Yan's age—he was only eighteen years old...

"My name is Gu Xun'er, and I am Xiao Yan's good friend." Seeing Medusa's gaze turn toward her, a smile appeared on Xun'er's pure and beautiful face as she walked step by step to stand before Medusa.

"Hello."

The two women shook hands gently, and Medusa responded with a smile.

A woman's intuition told Medusa that this pure and beautiful woman's relationship with Xiao Yan was not as simple as the 'good friend' she claimed to be.

However, in Medusa's eyes, this was quite normal. Who wouldn't be moved by such a young and handsome Half-Saint? Even Medusa herself, having grown up in the Snake-people Tribe, possessed a nature that was drawn to the strong. However, to say she felt actual adoration for Xiao Yan was still far from the truth.

Given Xiao Yan's strength, she assumed that once this matter was settled, the two of them would likely have no further interaction...

Medusa gave a helpless smile and spoke to Xiao Yan, "The little guy wants to come out again. If Your Excellency the Half-Saint has anything to say to me, please say it as soon as possible, otherwise I won't be able to suppress that little guy in a moment."

"Haha, Medusa, just call me Xiao Yan. As for what I want to tell you, it concerns the organization I am about to establish. In this regard, I wish to cooperate with your Snake-people Tribe..."

Medusa listened seriously to Xiao Yan's words. She didn't immediately agree or refuse, but instead fell into deep thought. An organization established by a Half-Saint was undoubtedly an excellent development opportunity for the Snake-people Tribe.

If handled correctly, it might bring the status and strength of the Snake-people Tribe to a whole new level.

"Your Excellency Xiao Yan, before I answer you, I need to know in what capacity the Snake-people Tribe will be cooperating with you? And what exactly does the Snake-people Tribe need to do?" Medusa was not lightheaded from Xiao Yan's sudden invitation; after some thought, she spoke and asked.

"The organization I am establishing is not the usual kind you're thinking of. It will be in the form of a Council, allowing all powers in the Northwest Continent to join. Furthermore, a United Army and an Inspectorate will be established within the Council as its armed forces, ensuring that the Council's decisions can be smoothly implemented."

"The Council will appoint several Permanent Councilors to make major decisions, while the rest will be ordinary Councilors, receiving the Council's protection and the right to participate in some decisions. As for me, I will be the Council Chairman... and what I want to cooperate with the Snake-people Tribe on is for you to serve as the Supreme Commander of that United Army!" Xiao Yan said word by word as he looked at Medusa's gradually parting, alluring red lips.

"Council Chairman Xiao Yan, Supreme Commander..."

A hint of an alluring curve curled at the corner of Medusa's mouth; it was a breathtaking and charming smile.

"I accept your invitation, Lord Xiao Yan."

As the ruler of the Snake-people Tribe, Medusa understood very well just how high the price Xiao Yan was offering was.

If Xiao Yan was the Council Chairman, no matter what form the Council took, the United Army and the Inspectorate would definitely be firmly controlled by him. The actions of the United Army and the Inspectorate would represent Xiao Yan's attitude.

Therefore, once she became the Supreme Commander of this United Army, she would undoubtedly hold one of the highest voices of authority in the Northwest United Council. If what Xiao Yan said was true—that all powers in the Northwest Continent could join and be subject to the Council's restrictions—then this power would be unimaginably vast!

And this way, she could also spend time with Xiao Yan... Bah, bah! Medusa, what are you thinking? You are the Queen of the Snake-people Tribe!

Taking a deep breath to slowly calm her emotions, Medusa revealed a polite smile.

"Welcome to the fold, Queen Medusa." Seeing Medusa accept his invitation, Xiao Yan reached out his hand to her and smiled.

If Medusa hadn't agreed, he would have had to use force first and then properly train her, so this outcome was undoubtedly the best.

Looking at the hand extended toward her, Medusa's beautiful eyes flickered slightly. She likewise extended her slender jade fingers to take it. At this moment, she felt the warmth of Xiao Yan's palm, and her heartbeat accelerated slightly.

An intense light erupted, and Medusa's body gradually shrank, finally transforming into a small seven-colored snake.

A unique fragrance wafted from the small snake. Unlike when Medusa appeared, whose physical aura was extremely seductive and required even Xiao Yan to constantly exercise self-control, the fragrance of the small snake was quite soul-clearing.

The mini snake tilted its head, its pale purple snake pupils looking at Xiao Yan as if wondering how he had appeared before its eyes.

Under Qing Lin's curious gaze, the mini snake circled Xiao Yan twice before affectionately rubbing against him. It had recognized Xiao Yan; after all, that bottle of accompanying purple crystal source had lasted it a long time, and it was still craving more even now.

"Young Master Xiao Yan, is this the Seven-Colored Sky Swallowing Python?" Standing beside Xiao Yan, Qing Lin asked curiously as she looked at the small snake.

"It's so small," Zi Yan said.

As if understanding Zi Yan's words, the mini snake's pupils widened as it glared at her.

Then it immediately turned back and rubbed against Xiao Yan's blue storage ring, as if asking him for something.

Xiao Yan chuckled. He didn't take anything out of the storage ring but instead extended his palm to communicate with the world's energy.

Vast fire-attribute energy continuously gathered and compressed in Xiao Yan's hand, eventually entering his body. After being refined once, it formed a ball of gentle energy.

Xiao Yan slowly brought the energy toward the small seven-colored snake. The beautiful snake wagged its tail excitedly and dove headfirst into the energy ball, beginning to suck it up voraciously.

Qing Lin and Zi Yan stood on either side of Xiao Yan's palm, watching intently as the small snake focused on absorbing the energy.

"This is just one form of the Sky Swallowing Python. When it enters battle, it will become incredibly massive—probably about a fraction of the size of a Purple-Winged Giant Owl," Xiao Yan explained to the curious Qing Lin and Zi Yan.

"No wonder Queen Medusa needs a Spirit Melting Pill. Once the body transforms, the original consciousness cannot manifest at all," Xun'er said with a slight smile, moving with graceful steps to stand before Xiao Yan.

"Haha, that's one of the risks of evolution. If Medusa's consciousness is suppressed forever, then this would be considered a failed evolution. However, given Medusa's wisdom, fighting for control of the body is only a matter of time."

"Brother Xiao Yan, why do you trust this Medusa so much? From what I know, Queen Medusa is suspicious and cruel by nature. She's not a good subordinate. If she turns on you in the future, it won't be an easy matter to handle," Xun'er said to Xiao Yan.

Looking at Xun'er's normal-looking face, Xiao Yan felt something was a bit off. This was the first time Xun'er had ever spoken ill of someone in front of him.

Nevertheless, Xiao Yan honestly explained, "It is precisely because of these external traits that Medusa can better rule the United Army. This kind of deterrence is something ordinary Dou Zong powerhouses do not possess. Combined with the potential of the Seven-Colored Sky Swallowing Python, Medusa is undoubtedly the best choice to lead the United Army."

Hearing this, Xun'er revealed a gentle smile and said to Xiao Yan, "Brother Xiao Yan's thinking is truly meticulous. To think you've remembered her since meeting her only once... Haha, congratulations, Brother Xiao Yan, on recruiting a great general."

"It's nothing, I just have a relatively good memory..." Xiao Yan said modestly, his expression calm.

He understood the reason for that strange feeling, but Xiao Yan remained composed. For this kind of situation, he just had to play it cool.

"Hehe..." A faint, almost imperceptible trace of mockery appeared at the corner of Xun'er's mouth, seemingly disdainful of Xiao Yan's explanation. He had even prepared the Spirit Melting Pill in advance; surely that wasn't something that could be brushed off as just having a 'good memory'?