Chapter 35: The Hardworking Slave King, Hai Bodong
Of course, Wu Tian wasn't actually suggesting that they could just do whatever they pleased because at this moment, they simply couldn't! What could he possibly do with two serpent women?
As he lazily splashed the water in the bath, he spoke calmly, "The only way forward is for Her Majesty to quickly recover her Dou Zong strength. During my recent seclusion, I've discovered a way to speed up her recovery."
"However," he continued, "this method requires me to leave the Serpent Tribe for a period of time to search for what we need. Right now, the Serpent Tribe and the Jia Ma Empire are at peace, so it's the perfect time to act. I'll be taking Her Majesty with me, and while I'm away, the two of you will be responsible for the tribe's internal affairs."
His voice turned firm.
"After I leave, publicly announce that I have entered seclusion to break through to Dou Zong."
Hua She'er and Yue Mei nodded heavily, fully understanding the weight of his words.
They didn't question him.
This was an order, not a discussion.
Decisions made by the Guardian Spirit just like those of Queen Medusa could not be changed.
Their role was not to argue, but simply to carry out their duties.
"Yes, Guardian Spirit!" they both replied, bowing slightly while still in the bath.
Wu Tian glanced at them soaking wet and clinging to their clothes and forcibly suppressed a certain impulse before waving them off.
"Alright, you two may leave now."
Hua She'er and Yue Mei, seeing that Wu Tian truly didn't need their 'services', could only nod and begin swimming away.
However
As they moved, their waist length garments mysteriously slid down, exposing their delicate shoulders as they swayed their bodies with deliberate grace.
Wu Tian sighed helplessly.
These two little demons sure know how to tease.
Good thing they were already leaving otherwise, he might actually make a terrible mistake.
Resolutely turning his back, Wu Tian focused on finally enjoying his first proper bath since arriving in this world.
Just like peeling an onion, he shed his layers one by one…
After about five minutes, he decided that was enough.
After all, men don't take forever to shower, right?
But
As he stepped out of the water…
He suddenly noticed two familiar figures at the entrance of the courtyard.
It was Hua She'er and Yue Mei again.
And before he could even react
The next instant, they suddenly appeared right beside him!
Wu Tian froze.
This was bad.
He was currently fresh out of the water, meaning he was completely slick and slippery.
This was awkward.
For a brief moment, he considered doing a backflip into the bath but before he could even try
Two soft, fragrant bodies pressed against him.
His arms were firmly trapped between their smooth jade like limbs.
Wu Tian could clearly feel their softness pressing into him.
The two beauties smiled charmingly at him.
"Guardian Spirit," Yue Mei purred, "your clothes were quite old, so we prepared a new set for you."
Hua She'er added, "Allow us to dry you off and help you dress~"
Wu Tian's eye twitched.
What?!
This time, the two of them were prepared.
Before he could even reject them, they had already started moving.
Wu Tian had no choice but to accept his fate.
…
By the time Wu Tian was fully dressed, his appearance had undergone a significant transformation.
He now wore a finely tailored black robe, radiating an aura of authority and dignity.
This outfit had been specially made at Hua She'er's request over the past few days.
After all, as the Guardian Spirit, he couldn't just wear any random clothes.
His previous attire?
Yeah… That was no longer acceptable.
Now fully dressed and composed Wu Tian stood tall, hands behind his back, his expression calm and completely unbothered.
There was absolutely no hint that he had just endured an intense "drying session."
With a neutral tone, he spoke.
"Hai Bodong where is he being held?"
Hua She'er and Yue Mei, still blushing slightly, exchanged glances before Yue Mei answered.
"Guardian Spirit, Hai Bodong is being held in an underground mining site. He is currently in charge of mining operations."
Wu Tian nodded.
"Good. Take me to him."
…
The entrance to the underground mine was well hidden after all, this was the Serpent Tribe's heartland, surrounded by lush greenery in the middle of the desert.
And beneath this oasis was a natural mineral deposit.
That's where Hai Bodong now the 'Slave King' was hard at work.
As Wu Tian followed Yue Mei and Hua She'er into the dimly lit mine, he immediately saw Hai Bodong.
The once proud Ice Emperor was swinging a heavy pickaxe, laboring furiously to mine the precious resources.
Sweat dripped from his forehead.
His muscles strained with every swing.
And standing beside him was a male Serpent Tribe guard, holding a small whip and watching him intently.
The guard sighed.
"Hai Bodong, why are you working so hard? Can't you just slack off a little?"
He shook his head.
"I really wanted to experience whipping a former Dou Huang… but you just won't give me the chance!"
Hai Bodong wiped his sweat away and grumbled,
"I've already been captured. I'm a slave now."
"As a slave, I will work diligently. No matter what I do, I always give it my all."
His eyes flashed.
"You want an excuse to whip me? Too bad."
"I will be the best damn Slave King you've ever seen!"
The Serpent Tribe guard's mouth twitched.
This guy… is this really the same Ice Emperor Hai Bodong?!
Why is his slave mentality so strong?!
At that moment
Clap. Clap. Clap.
The sound of slow, deliberate applause echoed through the mine.
Both Hai Bodong and the guard turned to look
And saw Wu Tian approaching, flanked by Hua She'er and Yue Mei.
Wu Tian wore a small, amused smile as he clapped.
"This version of Hai Bodong… is truly something I never expected to see."
The Serpent Tribe guard immediately bowed respectfully.
Meanwhile, Hai Bodong's expression darkened.
Damn it. If it weren't for you, I wouldn't be in this mess!
This bastard was one of the main reasons he ended up like this!
He, the once mighty Ice Emperor, had fallen from an eight star Dou Huang to a Dou Ling, then further down to a Da Dou Shi…
On top of that his entire Mitel Family was being held hostage as a threat.
It was pure agony.
Wu Tian's smile remained unchanged.
"Hai Bodong, why don't you take a break and sit down for a moment?"
Hai Bodong glanced at him.
Oh? You're finally going to tell me something useful?
Without hesitation, he set down his pickaxe and sat down.
He needed to know what was happening outside.
After all no matter how many times he asked, the guards refused to tell him anything.
Wu Tian exhaled lightly.
"Hai Bodong… I have to apologize."
"I still can't remove your seal just yet."
"Only Queen Medusa can break it. And while she has successfully evolved, she still hasn't regained her Dou Zong strength."
Hai Bodong frowned but remained silent.
Wu Tian's expression darkened slightly.
"But that's not why I'm here."
His voice grew serious.
"Hai Bodong… Yun Shan is not dead."
"He has aligned himself with one of the most terrifying factions on the continent."
"And in exchange for a breakthrough to Dou Zong…"
Wu Tian's eyes narrowed.
"…He has promised to annihilate the entire Jia Ma Empire."
Hai Bodong's eyes widened in shock.
"WHAT?!"