28: Section 28

"Keep it down, another group of unknown creatures just entered, seemingly more powerful than the last batch."

Today, the Merfolk Immortal Cave was very lively. Six waves of Yao Beasts came one after another, all drawn by its reputation, wanting to open the golden bowl. All failed, including some high-Rank Yao Beasts.

"The Eighth Prince has arrived, everyone move aside!"

The Shrimp Soldiers and Crab Commander clearing the way were majestic and overbearing, making a path.

"Oh, it's so lively here today. What are all you ugly monsters doing here? Don't tell me you're coveting this Prince's Mermaid Princess, do you even deserve her?"

Ao Qian's expression was full of disdain, his eyes rolled to the heavens, not even glancing at these Sea Yao Beasts. In his eyes, these were just low-level creatures; the Dragon Clan was the eternal god of the sea.

The Sea Yao Beasts chose to endure, not wanting to offend Ao Qian. His Level 9 Demon Beast cultivation alone wasn't that terrifying, but they feared the immense power of the Dragon Clan behind him.

"A bunch of cowards, why aren't you showing off anymore? You don't even know your own worth. Get lost, don't be an eyesore here."

Yu Ji couldn't stand it anymore: "Ao Qian, don't go too far. They are all honored guests of the Merfolk manor. This isn't the Dragon Palace, don't speak so harshly."

Yu Biao quickly came over to apologize: "Your Highness Eighth Prince, please forgive her. My little sister is outspoken and absolutely didn't mean it that way."

He dragged Yu Ji aside and scolded her: "How can you speak to the Eighth Prince like that? If you offend him, our Merfolk will suffer a catastrophic disaster. You truly don't know the immensity of heaven and earth. Quickly apologize to the Eighth Prince."

Yu Ji stomped her foot in anger: "Hmph, although the Merfolk are weak, we will never be slaves."

Ao Qian clapped his hands: "Very spirited, worthy of being the beauty this Prince fancies."

"Today, this Prince will smash this broken bowl, and let you all see who is truly worthy of the Mermaid Princess."

The Crab Commander cleared the way: "Get out of the way, didn't you see the Eighth Prince coming? Do you want to die?"

As a member of the Dragon Clan, his demeanor certainly had to be grand, which also aligned with Ao Qian's consistently high-profile style.

"Bring me my battle halberd."

Five Sea Turtles slowly walked over, carrying the battle halberd. Their steps were steady, and they were drenched in sweat, indicating the weight was not light.

All the Sea Yao Beasts watching exclaimed in admiration: "As expected of the Eighth Prince of the Dragon Clan, he truly has a grand presence."

"This time there should be no problem, the Dragon Clan's Sharp Weapon has been brought out."

Everyone's gaze focused on Ao Qian; he was the most dazzling person there. Even though Yu Ji disliked him greatly, she couldn't help but be curious and moved closer to watch the drama unfold.

She really wanted to know what was inside the golden bowl.

All the Yao Beasts eagerly awaited, instantly making Ao Qian's vanity explode and his sense of superiority rise sharply.

He tightened his belt and assumed a battle-ready stance. The five Sea Turtles brought the battle halberd to his side.

"Your Highness Eighth Prince, please..."

"Everyone stand back, lest you get hurt."

The seemingly heavy battle halberd was wielded quite easily in Ao Qian's hands. Yu Biao was the first to cheer and applaud: "Good, as expected of the Eighth Prince! He is both civil and martial, immensely talented, and his skills amaze all. This sea domain is ruled by the Eighth Prince, and everyone will prosper by following him."

He then said a lot of other complimentary words, many of which he himself didn't understand.

Yu Ji couldn't bear to listen anymore: "Don't make a fool of yourself here. You might as well go directly to the Dragon Palace to guard the gate, personally wipe Ao Qian's ass and feed him, that way you'll appear truly loyal."

"You rotten girl, how dare you speak to your elder brother like that."

With so many Yao Beasts watching, as the chief king of pretense in this sea domain, Ao Qian had to show off properly.

He quickly spun the battle halberd, leaped over ten meters high, gripping the battle halberd tightly with both hands, his arm veins bulging, looking very impressive.

"Break for me!"

With a loud clang, Ao Qian turned around gracefully. In his eyes, the golden bowl was already shattered. He faced the Yao Beasts with a triumphant expression, just waiting for cheers and applause.

Yu Biao was still the most sensible, his flattery skills were top-notch.

He raised his left hand, keeping it still, while his right hand continuously struck his left hand with a wide swing. The last time he saw such a posture was at a Great Master's motivational speech.

"Hear the applause..."

"Don't you understand the rules? Can you perform such a handsome and graceful move?"

Only Yu Biao's dozen or so trusted subordinates followed suit and applauded. The other Yao Beasts looked worse than if they had eaten a fly.

Ao Qian reprimanded: "What's wrong with you? Why aren't you applauding? Do you still want to survive in this sea domain?"

The Crab Commander gently tapped him with his pincer: "Eighth Prince, your battle halberd seems to be broken."

"Impossible, absolutely impossible! In this sea domain, there is nothing this Prince cannot conquer."

When Ao Qian turned around, his eyes turned green. His most prized weapon was twisted beyond recognition, its tip directly broken.

Crack! A crisp sound rang out, and the battle halberd turned into powder.

All the Yao Beasts were shocked, retreating backward, not daring to approach the golden bowl.

Suddenly, the golden bowl emitted a dazzling golden light, spinning rapidly on the ground, then leaped dozens of meters into the air. From within, a white and a green giant python flew out.

Immediately after, the golden bowl slowly shrunk and was swallowed by the White Python.

"What Prodigy dares to disturb my good fortune?"

"Xiao Qing, you go first and warm up."

"Okay, Xiao Gege."

The green giant python attacked Ao Qian. The Crab Commander blocked in front of him, shouting: "Eighth Prince, retreat quickly! That's a Level 1 Demon King, very powerful."

Bang!

The Crab Commander was pierced through his entire body by a green light; his hard shell was as brittle as thin paper.

Seeing his capable subordinate die on the spot, Ao Qian was furious: "What Prodigy dares to disrespect the Dragon Clan? Do you want to die?"

"Xiao Qing, beat him hard for me! I hate those who show off more than me, with no real strength. Twist off his Dragon head and use it as a chamber pot."

A huge green snake tail fiercely lashed Ao Qian's body. The other Sea Yao Beasts fled in panic.

"This thing looks neither Dragon nor snake, could it be a hybrid?"

Qing Lin's eyes glowed crimson, and her huge snake body emitted a green cold light.

"No problem, I also want to taste what Dragon meat is like. Anyone who dares to disturb my happiness with Xiao Gege has only one path: death."

Chapter 39: Scheming for the Mermaid

A Level 9 Demon Beast and a Level 1 Demon King seem to have only a one-Rank difference, but in reality, the gap is immense.

Ao Qian was beaten by Qing Lin without any power to retaliate. His subordinates had long since fled for their lives.

Yu Biao, who had just shown the most loyalty, found a turtle shell and hid inside.

"My dear elder brother, what are you doing hiding in a turtle shell? Weren't you going to show loyalty? Go rush over and save your master!"

"Shut up! That's a Level 1 Demon King, even the Eighth Prince is helpless. Do you want me to go to my death so you can inherit my throne?"

Pfft!

Yu Biao was kicked flying by a Sea Turtle Yao: "Get out of the way! What class are you to hide in my turtle shell?"

The green snake tail was like a whip, mercilessly lashing Ao Qian. No matter where he hid, he would be dragged out.

After reverting to his true form, his body was much smaller than the green snake's. How could a little over ten meters compare to a giant python over thirty meters long? In terms of thickness, it was also far from enough.

Ao Qian instantly felt a great humiliation. The arrogance of the Dragon Clan was completely shattered in the face of absolute strength.

Qing Lin laughed loudly: "Are you trying to make this old lady die of laughter? So small, yet you dare to call yourself a Dragon. A worm is more like it."

Seeing that all the surrounding Sea Yao Beasts had fled, Ao Qian immediately begged for mercy: "Snake Immortal, spare my life. This little worm unintentionally disturbed you just now. I apologize to you here."

As arrogant as he was before, he was now just as humble, lowering himself to be called a worm.

Yu Ji looked disdainful: "Truly a disgrace to the Dragon Clan. Powerful foreign Yao Beasts won't care if you are a Dragon Clan member or not."

Suddenly, her eyes fixed on the White Python, seeing that the Little White Snake in the small jar at her waist was still there.

"They're both white snakes, could you be the child of that White Python?"

Xiao Bai also noticed a fish staring at him, and it was a mermaid, wearing a blue tight-fitting outfit, blended with her fishtail, impossibly beautiful.

Suddenly, Xiao Bai remembered what Tu Shan You You had said: fish can easily lay hundreds of thousands of eggs or more. He just didn't know if mermaids laid eggs or were aquatic mammals.

While he was still lost in thought, Qing Lin had already finished her work, tying Ao Qian tightly with a green rope.

"Hey, what are you staring at so intently? That mermaid does have some charm. How about I catch her and make her your concubine?"

Xiao Bai licked the corner of his mouth: "Sure, you're so sensible. I was just thinking the same thing."

"Pfft, you stinky scumbag snake. We just got together, and you're already coveting a mermaid."

"You can't say that. I mainly see that she's a fish, so she should be quite fertile. With many descendants, I can just lie back and be the Grand Emperor."

Qing Lin rolled her eyes: "Dream on. Merfolk are very different from ordinary fish. They don't give birth to many in one litter, similar to humans."

Ao Qian was very uncomfortable from being tied. The more he struggled, the tighter the ropes became. He begged for mercy again, completely losing the nobility of the Dragon Clan.

"Snake Immortal, can you loosen my bindings? It hurts so much."

"Shut up! I'll cut off your tongue later, we're not done talking."

Qing Lin and Xiao Bai simultaneously transformed into human form and argued again. They finally decided to ask for the Mermaid Princess's opinion, based entirely on her willingness, without threats or intimidation.

If she wasn't willing, Xiao Bai couldn't force her away. This was what they had just discussed.

Looking at Qing Lin's sexy and fiery figure, Ao Qian couldn't help but swallow. He found her even more alluring than Yu Ji.

Yu Ji was the pure and cute type, while Qing Lin was like a mature older woman, with a lot more mature charm, becoming more appealing the more he looked.

"What are you looking at? If you keep looking, I'll dig out your eyeballs."

Qing Lin made a gesture of digging out eyes, glaring fiercely at Ao Qian.

"The Snake Immortal is so beautiful."

Qing Lin looked at Xiao Bai: "Look at him, on the verge of death and still so sweet-mouthed. He dares to flirt with your snake wife, what should we do?"

"Cut off his tongue and serve it to me with wine. I've eaten plenty of duck and pig tongues, but I've never tasted Dragon tongue."

"Tie him up first, then we'll find my elder sister."

Qing Lin suddenly became calm. She walked over to Yu Ji and asked: "Young Miss Mermaid, have you ever seen a White Python?"

Yu Ji blinked her watery eyes and pointed at Xiao Bai: "Isn't this him?"