Chapter 40: The Queen's Tenderness

After knocking on the door, Jiang Xing stood there obediently, waiting for the queen to open it. He looked like a primary school student, feeling a bit nervous.

"Squeak!"

At that moment, the door opened.

Medusa, wearing a purple slim dress, appeared before Jiang Xing. His eyes lit up at the sight of her outfit, different from her usual look.

This purple dress accentuated Medusa's curvaceous figure, making her appear even more tempting, beautiful, and inspiring. Medusa typically wore purple brocade robes that perfectly highlighted her queenly demeanor. Although her current attire lacked that regal air, it gave her a more intellectual older sister vibe, which made Jiang Xing want to conquer her even more.

For a moment, Jiang Xing was so captivated by Medusa that he couldn't take his eyes off her.

Seeing Jiang Xing's reaction, Medusa couldn't help but feel a little proud. She had indeed worn this outfit specifically for Jiang Xing, just to see him like this.

"Jiang Xing, what brings you here so late?" Medusa asked, still leaning against the door and pretending to be unaware.

Jiang Xing stared at the queen's breasts, which were pressed together as she leaned against the door, and swallowed hard.

"Your Majesty, I need to discuss something with you. Let's go inside to talk!" Jiang Xing suggested, preparing to step into the room.

However, Medusa extended her jade-like arm and blocked Jiang Xing from entering, saying in a calm tone, "There's no one here; just say what you need to here."

Seeing Medusa's playful attitude, Jiang Xing thought, *Is the queen really this mischievous?* So he responded seriously, "Queen, this matter is of great importance. I'm afraid someone might overhear if I speak here!"

Medusa smiled slightly, amused by Jiang Xing's excuse. "It's okay, I can put up a barrier so no one will hear."

Jiang Xing: "??!"

Medusa was delighted to see Jiang Xing looking so flustered.

Knowing he couldn't outwit Medusa in words, Jiang Xing didn't bother arguing and instead went straight to action. He picked up Medusa forcefully and carried her into the room.

Medusa, suddenly lifted by Jiang Xing, put on a show of resistance. "Jiang Xing, what are you doing? Let me go."

If Jiang Xing hadn't noticed Medusa's arms around his neck, he might have believed her.

Inwardly, he sighed: *I never expected the usually dignified queen to be so playful!*

"I wanted to give the Queen a surprise."

"Surprise?" Medusa was stunned for a moment, then she thought of a certain homonym, and her face turned red with embarrassment.

Jiang Xing carried Medusa to the bed, looking at her voluptuous figure, her half-closed eyes, and her seductive, blushing face. Her thin lips were tightly shut, releasing a temptation that made his mouth dry.

Jiang Xing couldn't hold back any longer and pounced on the queen...

After an intense encounter, Jiang Xing leaned against the bed, holding the rosy-cheeked Medusa in his arms.

Stroking the queen's smooth belly, Jiang Xing whispered in her ear, "Queen, when do you think we can have our baby?" They had not taken any precautions during their time together, so Jiang Xing asked this question.

Medusa, lying in Jiang Xing's arms, was shocked when she heard his words. She quickly sat up, looking at Jiang Xing in disbelief.

Seeing Medusa so nervous, Jiang Xing reached out, pulled her back into his arms, kissed her on the cheek, and said gently, "Don't be so nervous. If you get pregnant, just give birth to the baby."

After being comforted by Jiang Xing, Medusa relaxed a little.

Staring straight ahead, Medusa asked in a trembling voice, "Jiang Xing, will you really marry me?"

Medusa hadn't forgotten what Jiang Xing had once said about his grandfather being a six-star Dou Sheng. Although she was the queen of the snake people and highly respected in the Gama Empire, this meant little in front of Jiang Xing.

Jiang Xing was the first man to take her body. According to the rules of the snake people, she had to either kill him or follow him wholeheartedly. Medusa had chosen the latter and was terrified that Jiang Xing might be fickle toward her.

Hearing Medusa's unease, Jiang Xing turned her to face him and said seriously, "Of course, I said I would marry you, and I won't break my promise."

"It's just that my parents are still in seclusion right now, and they must be present for such a significant event as my marriage."

After hearing Jiang Xing's explanation and seeing the sincerity in his eyes, Medusa finally felt reassured and lay back in his arms.

Looking up at Jiang Xing, there was tenderness in her eyes, and her heart softened, as if all the previous emptiness, unease, and discomfort had been filled by him. Not only her body but also her heart was brimming with happiness.

However, Jiang Xing misinterpreted Medusa's gentle look.

He thought, *Has the queen recovered? Well, she was the one who started this.* Then Jiang Xing's hands started to get naughty again...

Feeling Jiang Xing's wandering hands, Medusa thought, *Forget it, if he wants it, let him have it.*

Thus, another round of passionate lovemaking, born from misunderstanding, began.

......

The next morning, Jiang Xing was full of energy.

Looking at the sleeping Medusa, he decided to wait until she woke up before telling her that he planned to go into seclusion to refine the strange fire.

Although Jiang Xing enjoyed his time with Medusa, he knew that strength was the most important thing on the Douqi Continent. Once he had enough power, he would have plenty of time to enjoy life.

As if she sensed Jiang Xing's gaze, Medusa slowly opened her beautiful eyes, hugged Jiang Xing, and murmured, "Sleep a little longer."

After kissing her on the forehead, Jiang Xing said, "Go ahead and sleep. I'm going to refine the strange fire."

Although Medusa was reluctant, she let Jiang Xing go.

Freed, Jiang Xing found his clothes on the ground and put them on. He then tidied up Medusa's clothes, placed them beside the pillow, and left a ring and a piece of paper on the dressing table before quietly leaving.

After Jiang Xing left the room, Medusa's eyes, which had been tightly closed, suddenly opened.

After a while, she got up, found a set of clothes in the closet, and put them on.

As for the set Jiang Xing had placed on the bed, she had worn it specifically for him. Now that he was gone, she naturally wouldn't wear it again.

When she came to the dressing table to do her makeup, she noticed the ring and note Jiang Xing had left. Medusa was curious. *Why didn't Jiang Xing just say it directly? Why leave a note?* 

So, out of curiosity, Medusa opened the note.