Chapter 282: Muchen's Little Desire

Medusa remained silent for a long time, her sorrowful violet eyes locked on Muchen. The situation was already humiliating enough, but to appear completely exposed before a man? For the proud queen of the Snake People, this was an unbearable disgrace.

Minutes passed, yet Medusa still hadn't responded to Muchen.

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Battle Energy +3000

Battle Energy +3200

Battle Energy +2800

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As Muchen stared into Medusa's eyes, he found himself continuously gaining battle energy converted from her turbulent emotions.

Ever since acquiring this peculiar system, Muchen had become someone entirely different. The once-reserved young man now made a daily habit of teasing beautiful women.

Of course, he wasn't complaining. The idea of becoming stronger just by engaging with women was a life he thoroughly enjoyed. Who wouldn't? After all, it was likely that across all worlds, only Muchen had the luxury of such a cheat-like existence.

Though his soul was now at the Di-state Tier, comparable to a deity at Rank 100 in the Douluo Continent, Muchen wasn't content. He knew that throughout the multiverse, there were other prodigies with similarly broken constitutions—like the Primordial Sacred Body or the Overlord Physique.

With his circle of friends and loved ones growing, his desire for strength only burned brighter.

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"Let's begin," Muchen said, his voice steady. "With my soul power, I can monitor everything within hundreds of miles. Nothing escapes my notice. The process of using a Heavenly Flame to break through to the Dou Ancestor realm is fraught with danger. But with me watching over you, nothing can go wrong."

Medusa considered his words carefully. While his statement was true, it was clear that his presence was not entirely altruistic. His claim to "protect her" was likely just an excuse. However, there was no denying that Muchen's expertise with Heavenly Flames could provide insights beyond her own.

"Fine," she finally agreed.

Muchen smirked inwardly. Her agreement meant he now had a legitimate reason to enjoy the sight of the Snake Queen's enchanting figure, fully revealed before him.

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Medusa's flawless physique was a vision of temptation. Beneath her slender waist, her violet serpentine tail exuded a raw, untamed allure as it swayed subtly. Her exposed body, coveted by countless men, stood unguarded in this secluded bamboo grove, entirely within Muchen's view.

As Medusa finally removed her arms from her chest, Muchen couldn't help but feel his heart race. His eyes roved over her flawless curves, and he felt a surge of heat rise within him, a primal urge clawing at his restraint. Despite his status as a deity from the Douluo Continent, Muchen's self-control was being pushed to its limits.

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"I'm starting," Medusa said softly, her cheeks flushed with embarrassment.

"Wait." Muchen suddenly interrupted.

"What now?" Medusa asked, clearly irritated.

Muchen's expression turned serious. "There's something I've kept from you. I feel it's only right to confess."

Her curiosity piqued, Medusa asked, "What is it?"

"There's another way for you to break through to the Dou Ancestor realm besides using the Heavenly Flame," Muchen admitted.

"What other way?" Medusa asked.

"Far beyond the Central Plains lies the Tianmu Mountain Range, where, every few years, a natural phenomenon called the Tide of Heaven and Earth occurs. At its peak, a mystical pool known as the Heavenly Blood Pond forms. Cultivating within the pond can allow one to smoothly ascend to the Dou Ancestor realm."

Medusa's eyes lit up, her interest immediately captured. She had lingered at the peak of the Dou Emperor realm for too long, and her patience had worn thin. The idea of a less painful alternative to using the Heavenly Flame was highly appealing.

Muchen continued, "The Heavenly Blood Pond is located within the territory of the Gold-Eating Mouse Tribe, ranked among the top ten magical beast clans. Recently, a battle between humans and the Gold-Eating Mouse Tribe broke out over the pond. The humans emerged victorious, securing eight of the ten entry slots for cultivation. With our abilities, it wouldn't be hard to claim two of those spots.

"Using the Heavenly Flame for evolution is undoubtedly dangerous, but if you change your mind now, we still have time to head for Tianmu Mountain."

Medusa fell silent, her gaze flickering between the glowing Green Lotus Core Flame and Muchen. For a moment, she seemed to forget that she was standing naked before him.

"What do you think my success rate would be if I used the Heavenly Flame?" Medusa finally asked.

While she understood the inherent dangers, she also knew that the rewards of using a Heavenly Flame for evolution were unparalleled. Success would grant her access to ancient serpent bloodlines, vastly enhancing her power. Despite the risks, she was reluctant to abandon the opportunity.

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"Success rate?" Muchen tilted his head thoughtfully before answering, "Ninety-nine percent."

"Ninety-nine percent? You have that much confidence in me?" Medusa's lips curved into a faint smile. Truthfully, her own confidence in success was only about sixty percent.

"With me here, relying on a Heavenly Flame to evolve is merely a matter of holding onto your willpower. If I told you your chances were one hundred percent, you might get arrogant," Muchen teased.

Medusa chuckled. Somehow, her heavy heart felt lighter after speaking with him. For the first time, she allowed herself to relax.

"I'll use the Heavenly Flame," she decided, her gaze firm with determination. "I'm ready to begin."

"Wait," Muchen interrupted again, his tone mischievous.

"What is it now?" Medusa asked, exasperated.

Clearing his throat, Muchen said with a sly grin, "Before you shed this mortal body, can you fulfill one small request of mine?"

Medusa raised a brow, curious. "What request?"

Muchen's expression turned serious, but his eyes gleamed with mischief. "Give me the honor of claiming the chastity of your mortal body."