The "Medusa Queen" fixed her gaze on the mysterious figure in the black robe, her beautiful eyes narrowing, with a faint sense of familiarity.
This Douhuang is…
Though in her heart she had already made a judgment, Qi Yan'er chose to deliberately ignore it in order to buy time.
Her eyes, like clear autumn waters, flickered with a hint of slyness. Qi Yan'er softly said:
"Gu He, although your forced intrusion into my tribe was extremely rude, the Serpent Tribe is not an unreasonable people."
"Moreover, the name of Dan King Gu He, Master Alchemist, is renowned throughout the Gamma Empire. I suppose you should compensate my tribe for the losses incurred, correct, Master Gu He?"
"Uh…"
Hearing the "Medusa Queen's" words, Gu He smiled awkwardly.
He clearly understood her meaning: if he wanted to continue, he would have to…
Pay up!
However, to achieve his goal, Gu He still displayed some noble generosity:
"Forcibly entering the nobles was indeed our rudeness. Any losses shall be compensated by Gu He."
"Ha ha~"
Her jade hand covered her red lips as she smiled lightly. Qi Yan'er blinked her long lashes and continued:
"Then, Master Gu He, may I ask how you intend to compensate my tribe for the injuries suffered by our two leaders?"
Gu He's expression changed.
She… really expects compensation?
At this point, Gu He had no choice but to reach into his Na Ring and take out a crystal-clear jade bottle:
"This is a Sixth-Grade Douling Pill. Your Majesty, would this suffice as compensation?"
As he spoke, Gu He generously offered the jade bottle forward.
"Master Gu He truly lives up to the title of Dan King, quite magnanimous."
Qi Yan'er hooked the jade bottle with her slender fingers, then laughed softly:
"Now you can tell me, why did you invite so many friends and go through such trouble to seek me out?"
Hearing the conversation finally returning to the point, Gu He's face grew serious.
He paused briefly, carefully weighing his words.
Though the Medusa Queen currently appeared gentle and harmless, if angered, the consequences would be unimaginable.
No one knew her terrifying power better than he did.
When the Serpent Tribe once went to war with the Gamma Empire, this enchanting woman had turned three Douling warriors into a flying meat paste on the spot. Her ruthlessness could make anyone tremble.
He had to tread carefully.
Exhaling slowly, Gu He looked up at the "Queen" in the sky and said in a deep voice:
"I have come primarily for the Strange Fire possessed by Your Majesty."
Gu He's voice echoed slowly across the sky, making the already calm atmosphere even quieter.
"Strange Fire?"
At his words, Mobaas and Yue Mei exchanged astonished glances.
Mobaas exclaimed in shock:"Captain Hua She'er, when did Your Majesty acquire such a thing?"
"What would the Queen do with Strange Fire?"
Yue Mei blinked in confusion.
After a moment, both seemed to realize something, their faces suddenly changing with shock and low whispers:"Could it be…"
"Must be!"
"So now, Your Majesty… has succeeded?"
They looked at each other again, eyes full of delight.
Hua She'er observed their expressions, inwardly uneasy. Things had progressed to this point, and who knows what other twists might appear!
"Strange Fire?"
The "Medusa Queen" brushed a lock of hair from her forehead, her eyes glinting with coldness:
"How did you learn that I obtained Strange Fire?"
"Not long ago, I happened to be in the desert searching for some herbs, and I sensed the aura of Strange Fire."
Gu He's expression was solemn:
"Upon entering that magma world, I found several blood-stained rainbow serpent scales!"
"Rainbow serpent scales only appear on Your Majesty's body when fighting at full strength. I presume Your Majesty was injured while obtaining the Strange Fire?"
"So knowing I was wounded, you brought your people here to steal the Strange Fire?"
Qi Yan'er lightly licked her red lips, her eyes fixed on Gu He, a cold killing intent emanating from them.
Sensing the ill intent in the Medusa Queen's eyes, Gu He immediately stepped back cautiously.
He stepped all the way behind the black-robed figure!
Black-robed person: (へ╬) Stepping back again?
In danger, you keep retreating… all the way behind me!So this is the famed… Dan King Gu He of the Gamma Empire?
Gu He didn't notice the black-robed person's reaction, smiling wryly at the Medusa Queen:
"I have no such intention. Your Majesty surely understands how important Strange Fire is to an alchemist."
"The Serpent Tribe's lineage is cold and阴, so Strange Fire holds little use for you. I hope Your Majesty will allow me to exchange something else for the Strange Fire."
"Exchange?"
Hearing this, the Medusa Queen's eyes glinted with faint sarcasm:
"As an alchemist, you naturally understand the power of Strange Fire better than I do."
"Tell me, what must you offer to match its value?"
Upon hearing this, Gu He frowned slightly.
He now understood the Medusa Queen's meaning!
This time it wasn't just paying; it was…
Pay more!
Gu He pondered for a long moment, his face showing rare anguish, then solemnly said:
"I am willing to offer two Sixth-Grade Douling Pills and one Seventh-Grade Transformation Pill in exchange for the Strange Fire! Your Majesty, what do you think?"
The words caused Yan Shi and the others nearby to widen their eyes in astonishment.
Even the black-robed figure beside him slightly turned his head, showing surprise.
Sixth-Grade Douling Pills are enough to make a Dou Wang-level expert envious.
This pill can raise a Dou Wang's level by a star!
Such precious pills, and Gu He offered three!
This doesn't even count the reaction from the three Dou Wangs, Yan Shi included!
Compared to the Sixth-Grade Douling Pills, the Seventh-Grade Transformation Pill was even more astonishing!
Seventh grade!
Just those two words could shock anyone. For countless Douhuang-level beasts, it's a lifelong necessity!
"Master Gu He, such generosity!"
Qi Yan'er was a little surprised, her red lips lightly pursed, eyes with a hint of regret:"But I'm sorry, I still will not exchange with you!"
"You've probably noticed, I no longer need a Transformation Pill!"
The Medusa Queen's refusal left everyone stunned.
Although Strange Fire has enormous energy, it's useless to the Serpent Tribe.
She doesn't need the Transformation Pill, but others could use it!
Why refuse?
"Is this woman crazy? Keeping Strange Fire useless to herself? Better to trade for something useful. This is a win-win!"
Yan Shi scratched his head, muttering in confusion.
Beside him, the Windwalker Feng Li shook his head, full of perplexity.
Gu He frowned, helpless:
"Your Majesty, your refusal is unexpected. I do not like hiding anything, so my prior offer was already the most precious items I could provide."
"I thought it would move you, but… apparently I miscalculated."
Seeing Gu He's despondent expression, Qi Yan'er played with him, lightly smiling:"Master Gu He, your offer indeed tempts me."
"Exchanging isn't impossible, but I have a question that requires your answer."
Hearing this, Gu He's heart lifted, joyously:"Your Majesty, please ask. I shall answer."
Qi Yan'er's eyes glimmered with curiosity as she smiled:"I ask you, as a Dan King who never leaves the empire, where did you obtain a Seventh-Grade Transformation Pill?"
Gulp!
At this question, Gu He's face instantly changed!
At the same time, the mysterious black-robed figure beside him also suddenly spoke:"Master Gu He, I'm very curious about that as well!"
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