The Eight-winged Golden Scale Python's words confused Ye Tian. "Ye Lin, why do I have to wait another ten days if I miss this chance? Ten days is too long. Something could go wrong at any moment—I can't afford to wait!"
"Boss, why worry yourself over nothing?" the Eight-winged Golden Scale Python said. "Right now, you just need to get my blood into a bottle for Ye Hu to drink! What's there to be concerned about?"
Hearing this, Ye Tian felt utterly helpless. 'This guy's defense is terrifyingly strong. I can't even break through it with eighty percent of my strength, and even at full power, I'm not sure I could succeed.'
"Alright, then! I'll do my best to break through with all my strength!" Ye Tian said helplessly. 'It's actually kind of funny when I think about it,' he thought. 'The Eight-winged Golden Scale Python isn't afraid of being hurt by me, so what do I have to be afraid of?'
With that thought, he immediately began to circulate the Dragon Spiritual Power in his body at full capacity. This time, Ye Tian prepared to use one hundred percent of his strength to break the Eight-winged Golden Scale Python's defense. 'With the Black Glaze Sword's incredible sharpness, I should have a chance.'
When the Black Glaze Sword in Ye Tian's hand struck the Eight-winged Golden Scale Python, it actually created sparks from the friction. This was Ye Tian at one hundred percent of his power, yet he still couldn't break through. He felt a faint sense of disappointment.
"Boss, you should just use that War Dragon Heavenly Arm you recently learned," the Eight-winged Golden Scale Python said. "Perhaps that's the only way you'll be able to pierce my body. After all, your current strength is far too weak. It's extremely difficult for you to break my defense."
Ye Tian cursed the Eight-winged Golden Scale Python several times in his mind. 'If you know my Attack Power is limited, why don't you just lower your defense? Do you have to make me look like a fool? I wonder if this guy is doing it on purpose or if he just wants to see the power of my War Dragon Heavenly Arm.'
A part of Ye Tian did want to see the power of the War Dragon Heavenly Arm. He was just reluctant, knowing it could only be used once a month. But to prevent his secrets from being exposed under worse circumstances later, he could only endure and use it now.
"Alright! I'll give it a try! I hope it works this time!" Ye Tian said, forcing himself. Only he knew the true extent of his helplessness.
Ye Tian once again circulated the Dragon Spiritual Power in his body, slowly channeling it into his arm. He initiated the technique for the War Dragon Heavenly Arm, preparing to make his most powerful strike yet.
Ye Tian could clearly feel the Energy in his arm steadily growing. The dragon-shaped pattern, previously hidden beneath his skin, slowly emerged until it completely covered his entire arm.
His arm now felt incredibly swollen and painful, a sign that it was completely filled with Energy. Sensing it was time, Ye Tian quickly grabbed the Black Glaze Sword and thrust it at the Eight-winged Golden Scale Python.
The immense power from his arm surged into the Black Glaze Sword in an instant. The tip of the sword erupted in a dazzling flash of light, and this time, it pierced the Eight-winged Golden Scale Python's body.
Immediately, a jet of black blood shot out from the Eight-winged Golden Scale Python. Ye Tian hastily dodged aside. The blood landed on the tabletop, instantly giving off a puff of black smoke.
Ye Tian saw clearly that the tabletop had been heavily corroded in an instant, almost eating straight through the wood. He had never seen such terrifying corrosive power before and felt a surge of fear toward the Eight-winged Golden Scale Python's blood.
"Boss, what are you dawdling for? You think I have blood to spare? Hurry and get some in the bottle!" the Eight-winged Golden Scale Python urged, seeing Ye Tian in a daze.
Ye Tian snapped back to his senses. He held the Pill Bottle to the Eight-winged Golden Scale Python's wound to collect two drops of blood, then rushed to his bathing pool to fill the bottle with water.
Only after Ye Tian had left did the Eight-winged Golden Scale Python murmur, "My strength has dropped again... It's probably going to take a long time to recover."
Ye Tian, of course, knew nothing of this. When he returned from the bathing pool, the Eight-winged Golden Scale Python was no longer on the table. Its small, weakened body was lying on the floor, trembling slightly.
"Ye Lin, how are you feeling?" Ye Tian asked, his heart aching at the sight. "I feel terrible about having to injure you."
"Don't worry, Boss! I'll be fine after some rest!" the Eight-winged Golden Scale Python said. "Just remember, Ye Hu must drink this blood-infused water within three days, or it will be ineffective. If you wait any longer, it might turn into a poison! When that happens, not even the finest Elixir will be able to save him."
"I understand. Thank you, Ye Lin. I won't forget what you've done for me," Ye Tian said with great seriousness. At that moment, he no longer saw the Eight-winged Golden Scale Python as a mere pet, but as a true brother—one who could roam the world by his side.
Ye Lin said no more, closing his eyes and lying quietly on the ground. Perhaps he didn't even realize that in that moment, his place in Ye Tian's heart had undergone an earth-shattering change.
「Two days passed in a flash.」
Ye Tian hadn't left his room. He was completely focused on restoring his Dragon Spiritual Power.
One of Ye Tian's worries had been eased after using the War Dragon Heavenly Arm. 'The so-called Dragon's Roar never appeared. Only the dragon image on my arm surfaced. As long as I wear long sleeves, no one will notice it. At worst, they'll just mistake it for a tattoo.'
Ye Tian glanced at the Eight-winged Golden Scale Python on the floor. It was still motionless. He didn't want to disturb it. 'Perhaps this is how Demon Beasts recover from their injuries.'
The blood-infused water inside the Pill Bottle was ready; now all he needed was for Ye Hu to drink it. 'But how to get him to take it without any trouble... that's the question,' he mused. 'I need to think this through carefully.'
'I wonder what Feifei is doing,' Ye Tian murmured to himself. 'She hasn't come to see me in two days. Could her father have found out she's no longer a virgin and confined her to the house? Or has something else important come up and delayed her?'
At this thought, Ye Tian felt a pang of disappointment. He decided he would go check on Ye Feifei. After all, she was his woman now; he had every right to see her.
Soon after, however, he sensed the sound of light footsteps approaching from outside his door. He could tell from their cadence that they belonged to a woman. A thought suddenly struck him, and he rushed to open the door.
A beautiful woman appeared before him. It was none other than Ye Feifei, the one who loved him so deeply.
"Brother Tian, did you know I was coming, so you opened the door for me?" Ye Feifei walked right up to him. Now that she was his woman, she felt no need to be reserved.
"Feifei, what brings you here? Did you need something from me?" Ye Tian asked.
"It's nothing, really. I just came to check on you. It's been two days," Ye Feifei said. "When are you planning to make your move on Ye Hu? If it's inconvenient for you, let me do it. I'm sure he won't be on his guard around me!"
Ye Tian's heart leaped with joy. "I was just agonizing over how to do it! Having your help is perfect. You're a lifesaver!"
Hearing this, a blush couldn't help but spread across Ye Feifei's face, and a peculiar light flickered in her eyes…