Chapter 155: The Possibility of Things Getting Out of Hand

Faced with this invasive force, the Amethyst Winged Lion King might have resisted under normal circumstances. But after being pummeled by that monstrous puppet, its bones felt like they'd been disassembled—it simply couldn't muster the strength.

As the energy rampaged unchecked, the lion king inexplicably sensed a mysterious connection forming with that detestable human nearby. Should it harbor any treacherous thoughts, the other party could snuff out its life with a single thought.

What kind of sorcery is this?! The lion king was stunned.

In all its years, it had never heard of humans possessing techniques to control magical beasts.

Terror gripped its heart. The lion king slowly curled its limbs, adopting an obedient posture, not daring to mentally curse Xiao Yan anymore—terrified the boy might detect its thoughts and obliterate it on a whim, leaving it to die without even understanding why.

"Done." To his own surprise, Xiao Yan found the process far easier than expected, his lips curling into a satisfied smile.

Watching the now-trembling lion king, Yun Yun let out an astonished gasp before her expression shifted dramatically. "Was that… a beast-control secret art? How is that possible?!"

Xiao Yan shrugged dismissively. "Just a minor taming technique, nothing extraordinary. The Dou Qi Continent is vast beyond measure. In ancient times, peerless talents were countless—compared to that era, we're but pale shadows."

"Nothing extraordinary…" Yun Yun bit her jade-like lower lip. Had she possessed such a method, she could've secured a powerful guardian beast for the Yun Lan Sect long ago.

Studying Xiao Yan's still-youthful face, she wrinkled her nose slightly at his oddly world-weary tone. As if you've witnessed those ancient times yourself.

Of course, Xiao Yan hadn't. But he held deep contempt for the modern claim that "the Dou Qi Continent lacks dazzling magic, with only peak-developed Dou Qi."

The entire Xiao Clan had sacrificed themselves based on a single piece of information—the absence of Source Qi preventing breakthroughs to the Dou Emperor realm. Such shortsightedness hardly deserved the label "peak."

Sunset Dou Qi would be a far more fitting term.

The Amethyst Winged Lion King felt a headache coming on. Where did this calamity descend from? Now its life was permanently tethered to another.

"Why the stare?" Xiao Yan, ever perceptive, caught Yun Yun's gaze. He tapped his Bone Flame Ring, retrieving an exquisite jade vial. "Interested in my technique?"

"I'm not!" Yun Yun turned away sharply. "What use is such a spineless beast anyway?"

The five Four-Winged Stormwolves collectively glared at the lion king—such disgrace to their kind.

Xiao Yan chuckled. Though Yun Yun denied it, the pink tinge creeping up her neck betrayed her true thoughts.

"Learning this technique isn't actually difficult." From the vial, Xiao Yan produced a snow-white pill, flicking it straight into the lion king's maw.

What now?! The beast's eyes bulged as a wave of heat surged through its body, rapidly diffusing to every limb.

Yun Yun turned back, puzzled. This calculating brat who scrutinized every transaction—why would he casually offer such a miraculous beast-control method?

"Assist me diligently in my cultivation. If we achieve results someday, not only will you receive this humble technique, but even advancement to Dou Zong wouldn't be impossible." Xiao Yan's gaze lingered meaningfully on Yun Yun's flat, toned abdomen.

With her exceptional qualifications, should their "practice sessions" ever escalate, he certainly wouldn't withhold rewards.

Mention of their agreement flustered Yun Yun anew. How does one seduce a man? Must she resort to consuming that… again?

Her musings were abruptly severed by an earth-shaking lion's roar.

"How?!" She looked up to see the previously listless Amethyst Winged Lion King now restored to majestic vigor—all during their brief conversation.

Pleased with his pill's efficacy, Xiao Yan addressed the beast: "As my mount, you'll be well compensated. I promise you'll never regret today's decision."

"Many thanks, Young Master Yan, for the medicinal boon." The lion king bowed gratefully. Perhaps being a mount wasn't as dreadful as imagined.

What kind of pill could have such miraculous effects?! Yun Yun was astounded. If administered to a severely injured Dou Huang, wouldn't it instantly restore them to peak condition? A literal life-saving miracle!

Yet even with a sixth-tier alchemist among her sect's elders, she'd never heard of such a panacea.

The pill Xiao Yan had given was none other than his childhood creation—Yan Wang Di Tou (King Yan Bows His Head): Alchemist Edition.

Originally formulated during his youth, the prototype had consumed precious herbs collected by the Xiao Clan over years of painstaking refinement.

The alchemist version, however, was far simpler—using less rare ingredients but demanding exceptional skill in preparation.

For someone of Xiao Yan's prodigious talent, this posed no challenge whatsoever.

"As my mount, you'll receive annual compensation equivalent to no less than five fifth-tier beast cores."

With the lion king fully subdued, Xiao Yan outlined the benefits before assigning tasks.

"Ask these five Four-Winged Stormwolves if they'll submit as well. If not… they'll cover your first-half quota."

Such fortune! The lion king's eyes gleamed crimson as it surveyed the wolves. Even without cores, five fifth-tier carcasses would greatly aid its cultivation!

Now the wolves understood their overlord's earlier dilemma. What kind of demon have we encountered?!

Faced with the lion king's gaping maw and rumbling growls, all five wolves immediately prostrated themselves in surrender—wishing they could kowtow until their foreheads bled if it meant survival.

Watching these mighty beasts beg so pathetically, Yun Yun felt a pang of bitterness.

Why did every beast I tried to tame have unbreakable resolve?

The wolves trembled. With a sixth-tier overlord and these monsters around, who'd dare resist?

Besides, guaranteed meals and lodging made human servitude far more palatable.

Though disappointed about missing five fifth-tier meals, the lion king's mood lifted seeing its former underlings grovel so creatively.

We're all captives here—who are you to judge?

"Young Master Yan, these mutts have surrendered," it reported dutifully.

Nodding, Xiao Yan reapplied the Beast-Control Flame Seal, effortlessly subjugating all five wolves.

Directly controlling them would've been exhausting—having just finished crafting multiple Dou Huang puppets through sleepless nights, he welcomed any labor-saving measures.

With their wills already broken, domination came effortlessly.

"Take us to your den." Xiao Yan casually wrapped an arm around Yun Yun's slender waist and leaped onto the lion king's back.

(End of Chapter)

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