141: A storm is brewing, but love is sealed at the Spirit Spring.

The peaceful days did not last too long.

On the fifth day after Li Ao's Breakthrough to Eight-Star Dou Zong, an unusual fluctuation came from the barrier outside the Hidden Dragon Abyss. Several powerful Auras descended outside the valley, led by none other than Commander Savage Rock, whose face was arrogant and eyes sinister.

Behind him were four Ancient Dragon warriors with fierce Auras, far stronger than those who usually delivered meals, all of whom had reached the Dou Zun level.

"Those inside, come out!" Savage Rock's cold voice came through the barrier, carrying an unquestionable tone of command.

Li Ao, Medusa, and Xiao Yi Xian simultaneously awoke from their Cultivation state, exchanged glances, and saw the solemnity in each other's eyes.

What was destined to come, had finally arrived.

The three walked out of the stone house and came to the inner side of the valley entrance barrier.

Through that invisible barrier, they could see Savage Rock's unfriendly face.

"Commander Savage Rock, may I ask what your instructions are?" Li Ao's expression was calm as he spoke indifferently.

Savage Rock's sinister gaze swept over the three, lingering on Medusa for a moment, a cold sneer playing on his lips: "Instructions? This commander is acting on the West Dragon King's orders to bring this Seven-Colored Sky Swallowing Python for questioning!"

West Dragon King!

Li Ao's heart sank, it was indeed him!

It seemed the master behind Savage Rock could no longer hold back.

Medusa's purple eyes flashed with cold light as she said coldly, "This King has never met the West Dragon King, what is there to ask?"

"Hmph!" Savage Rock snorted, "The Seven-Colored Sky Swallowing Python Bloodline is of great importance, how can an outsider like you interfere? The West Dragon King wanting to see you is your honor! Come with me obediently, otherwise..." The threat in his words was self-evident.

Li Ao stepped forward, shielding Medusa behind him, and looked directly at Savage Rock: "Commander Savage Rock, we are here on the orders of Elder Zhu Li, temporarily residing here.

Without Elder Zhu Li's command, I'm afraid we cannot leave with you."

"Elder Zhu Li?" Savage Rock's face showed a hint of mockery, "Elder Zhu Li is busy with affairs, how could he constantly concern himself with you few outsiders? The West Dragon King's command is the Dragon Domain's command!

If you know what's good for you, hand over this woman immediately, otherwise, don't blame this commander for being impolite and forcibly breaking this barrier to seize her!"

Behind him, the four Ancient Dragon warriors simultaneously took a step forward, and their vast Dragon might, mixed with the Dou Zun Aura, pressed down on the barrier like a mountain, causing the invisible shield to ripple intensely.

The atmosphere instantly became tense!

Xiao Yi Xian's face turned pale, and she instinctively moved closer to Li Ao.

Medusa's jade hand clenched, Seven-Colored Dou Qi already condensing in her palm.

Li Ao's eyes turned completely cold.

He could see that Savage Rock was determined to take the person today, even if it meant directly clashing with Elder Zhu Li's faction.

The so-called questioning was probably not a good thing!

Once Medusa fell into the West Dragon King's hands, the consequences would be unimaginable!

He absolutely could not let him succeed!

"Commander Savage Rock." Li Ao's voice was biting cold, "You cannot take her.

If you want to force your way in, feel free to try."

"Arrogant!" Savage Rock was so angry he laughed instead, "An Eight-Star Dou Zong relying on strange power dares to spout such nonsense in front of this commander? Since you're seeking death, this commander will grant it to you! Break the barrier for me!"

At his command, the four Dou Zun level Ancient Dragon warriors behind him attacked simultaneously!

Four vast Dragon Breaths of different colors, like four roaring giant Dragons, fiercely struck the barrier!

"Boom—!!!"

The barrier vibrated violently, its light flickering erratically, emitting a mournful wail under the strain!

Although the barrier was strong, it clearly could not last long against the combined attack of four Dou Zuns!

"Li Ao!" Medusa looked at Li Ao, a resolute look flashing in her purple eyes, preparing for a desperate fight.

Xiao Yi Xian also activated her Calamity Poison Qi, knowing its effect was limited, but unwilling to sit idly by.

Li Ao took a deep breath, a hint of madness flashing in his eyes.

He originally didn't want to completely fall out in the Dragon Domain, but things had come to this, he had no choice!

He was about to recklessly activate his Nirvana Origin, even if it meant exposing his trump card, he would leave Savage Rock and his men behind!

Just at this critical moment!

"Stop!"

A roar like a thunderclap exploded from the sky!

A colossal black figure crashed down outside the barrier like a meteor, it was Hei Qing!

Hei Qing's eyes were wide with fury, and his violent Dou Qi swept out like a storm, actually shaking the four Ancient Dragon warriors back repeatedly!

He stood in front of the barrier like an insurmountable iron tower, glaring at Savage Rock: "Savage Rock! Are you trying to rebel?!

How dare you force your way into the barrier set by Elder Zhu Li!"

Savage Rock's face grew even gloomier when he saw Hei Qing: "Hei Qing, this has nothing to do with you!

I am acting on the West Dragon King's orders to apprehend someone, move aside quickly!"

"Bullshit!" Hei Qing cursed, "Elder Zhu Li has ordered that no one is to disturb the Hidden Dragon Abyss before he makes a decision!

Is your West Dragon King's order greater than Elder Zhu Li's?!"

"You!" Savage Rock's face turned ashen with rage, but he knew Hei Qing's strength was formidable.

If they truly came to blows, his side might not gain any advantage, especially since Hei Qing represented Elder Zhu Li's faction.

He stared intensely at Hei Qing, then cast a sinister glance at Li Ao and Medusa inside the barrier, gritting his teeth: "Good! Hei Qing, I'll remember this day!

Let's go!"

With that, he left with his four subordinates, filled with anger and unwillingness, disappearing into the sky.

Watching Savage Rock and his men vanish into the sky, Hei Qing finally breathed a sigh of relief, then turned to the three within the barrier, his expression grave: "Are you alright?

Damn it, that bastard Savage Rock is getting more and more arrogant!"

"Thank you, Senior Hei Qing, for your timely assistance." Li Ao cupped his hands in thanks, yet felt little joy.

Although Savage Rock had temporarily retreated, the crisis was not over.

Hei Qing waved his hand and said in a deep voice, "No need to thank me.

Elder Zhu Li had long anticipated that the West Dragon King might cause trouble, and told me to keep an eye on this place.

I just didn't expect that scoundrel Savage Rock would actually dare to be so aggressive."

He looked at Li Ao, his expression serious, "Young man, since the West Dragon King has noticed you all, especially Her Majesty the Queen, he probably won't give up.

The Hidden Dragon Abyss is no longer absolutely safe, you must be extra careful."

Li Ao nodded: "I understand."

Hei Qing gave a few more instructions, then hurried away, clearly to report the matter to Elder Zhu Li.

Inside the barrier, the atmosphere remained heavy.

"West Dragon King... why is he so insistent on seeing me?" Medusa frowned in confusion.

Li Ao's gaze was profound as he slowly said, "Perhaps it's related to your Bloodline.

The Seven-Colored Sky Swallowing Python is the Supreme of Demonic Beasts, and its relationship with the Ancient Void Dragon Clan is delicate.

The West Dragon King's actions likely aim for no small feat."

He looked at Medusa and Xiao Yi Xian, and said in a deep voice, "We must quickly find a way to leave the Dragon Domain, or... find a power strong enough to contend with the West Dragon King."

However, how easy was that?

In the territory of the Ancient Void Dragon Clan, they were like birds in a cage.

That night, the moon was bright and stars were sparse.

The conflict during the day left the three sleepless.

Xiao Yi Xian silently Cultivated by the spiritual spring, trying to quickly improve her control over her poisonous body.

Medusa, on the other hand, stood alone on a giant rock, gazing at the night sky outside the barrier, her purple eyes filled with myriad thoughts.

Li Ao walked to her side, standing shoulder to shoulder with her.

"What are you thinking about?" Li Ao asked softly.

Medusa didn't turn her head, and after a moment of silence, she said faintly, "Since I began Cultivating, I have never felt my fate to be so out of my control as it is now."

As a Queen, she was accustomed to controlling everything, but now, in the Dragon Domain, surrounded by powerful enemies, even freedom was a luxury, and this sense of powerlessness made her extremely uncomfortable.

Li Ao looked at her serene and beautiful profile, sensing her inner aloofness and current bewilderment.

He reached out and gently held her cool jade hand.

Medusa's body stiffened slightly, but she didn't struggle free.

"Don't worry." Li Ao's voice was low and firm, "With me here, no one will ever harm you.

Not even the West Dragon King."

His words were simple, yet carried an undeniable strength.

Medusa turned her head, meeting his eyes, which appeared exceptionally deep in the moonlight.

There was no arrogance in them, only the steadfastness and promise of a bedrock.

An unprecedented sense of security quietly dispelled the gloom in her heart.

She turned her hand, intertwining her fingers with his.

Neither of them spoke again, simply standing quietly under the moonlight, their hands clasped tightly, as if drawing strength from each other to face any storm.

In the distance, Xiao Yi Xian by the spiritual spring quietly opened her eyes, looking at the two embracing figures under the moonlight, a faint trace of envy flashing in her eyes, but more than that, it was a blessing.

She knew that some bonds were unique.

However, just in this brief moment of tenderness, Li Ao's brows suddenly furrowed, and he abruptly turned to look in a certain direction deep within the Dragon Domain!

Almost simultaneously, an extremely subtle, yet terrifying will, carrying monstrous ferocity and greed, like a sleeping Vicious Beast quietly awakening, remotely locked onto the Hidden Dragon Abyss!

This will was distinctly different from what he had sensed in the spatial passage that day, and also different from the Dragon roar that had repelled Hun Qianmo!

It was more violent, more... malicious!

"Again..." Li Ao's eyes were cold, as he shielded Medusa behind him, "And this time, the target seems even clearer..."

The waters of the Dragon Domain were much deeper than they had imagined!

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