Time Travel: The Best Doctor in Ancient Times

Chapter 720: Chapter 557 The Grace of the Snake

Isn’t it just a Gu insect?

But with that one sentence, Gu Changsheng side-eyed Huaheng Mantian incessantly.

Damn it, she really knows nothing about treasures!

This Gu insect is Dudu Zhi’s specialty!

And who is Dudu Zhi? She’s the reinforcement called in by Xiangka Tianji!

So, this Gu insect isn’t just any ordinary Gu!

Huaheng Mantian was way too arrogant. Didn’t she see even her subordinates widened their eyes in horror when she uttered those words?

The Soul-Devouring Python’s reaction was even more direct. Feeling disrespected, the python expressed its dissatisfaction with action. Its enormous head turned and it flicked its long tongue towards Huaheng Mantian who wasn’t far away.

In that instant, an aura akin to a bloody storm should have enveloped them!

It was supposed to scare Huaheng Mantian at the very least!

However, as perfect as the plan might have been, the reality was rather lackluster. Huaheng Mantian did get scared, but that was all!

The imposing pressure from the Soul-Devouring Python’s overbearing body was supposed to be threatening, but...

But the Soul-Devouring Python, which had been casually soaked in wine cups by Gu Changsheng for medicinal baths, had lost every trace of a bloody scent...

All that was left was a faint fragrance of herbs!

So, that intimidation really took a hit, didn’t it?

Huaheng Mantian was only frightened for a brief moment before she quickly composed herself. Looking at the python, it seemed more like a herbivorous animal. Although it looked frightening, there wasn’t the slightest stench of blood on it!

Consequently, Huaheng Mantian calmed down, and the Soul-Devouring Python felt aggrieved...

If it were before, a spit and a scare from it would have anyone wetting themselves with fear, but today things seemed a little off!

Clearly, being a creature birthed from the essence of the world, the Soul-Devouring Python had some intelligence. Because it had intelligence, it quickly understood the reason. Understanding, the python glumly turned its head and looked at its feeder with a look that was on the verge of tears...

So, about its new master, why did she have such a penchant for giving snakes baths?

A bath would have been all right, but why did she have to wash off the stench and bloody scent too?

Now look, no more domineering presence, right? No more majestic aura, right? No more intimidating power, right?

Whimper... It, as a distinct snake, had stooped to a level where it didn’t even possess the intimidation of an ordinary Snake Gu!

This frustration...

”Er... my bad, my bad!” Seeing the woeful big snake head swaying in front of her, Gu Changsheng touched her nose sheepishly and swiftly admitted her mistake.

Damn it, that backfired, didn’t it?

She couldn’t stand the Soul-Devouring Python’s odor, hence she diligently bathed the snake countless times!

And now, she’s ended up with the short end of the stick!

The first real Gu insect of her household has become way too lacking in intimidation power...

Blame her, will you?

The surrounding skeptical glances almost made the Soul-Devouring Python cry. As a powerful force among Gu insects, it had never been so ignored!

How could this be tolerated?

It definitely couldn’t be tolerated!

The Soul-Devouring Python’s crimson eyes glimmered, and it brimmed with unshed tears.

As for whether snakes have tears, a biological topic Gu Changsheng was not interested in researching, she could feel deeply, at this moment, the frustration of her own Gu insect, the Soul-Devouring Python!

The unique empathic connection between a Gu insect and its feeder! Now Gu Changsheng herself was feeling frustrated!

”Um, little guy, don’t cry. I’ll let you show your prowess right away!” Gu Changsheng soothed, looking at the Soul-Devouring Python,” You’re a python. You have to believe that you get by on your abilities, not on your looks, and definitely not by suffocating people with your smell!”

So, getting rid of that snake stench is a must!

On this point, Gu Changsheng was more determined than ever before!

She was willing to admit her mistake, but had no intention of actually changing her ways!

”Gu Changsheng!” Huaheng Mantian’s patience had run out, and she immediately scoffed coldly.

Since Gu Changsheng appeared, cracking jokes and wasting time, she initially had some reservations. But after seeing this harmless giant snake, even that last bit of caution was replaced by anger.

Rage instantly ignited around Huaheng Mantian.

”Stop it! Don’t say another word!” Gu Changsheng, upon hearing those words, immediately raised a hand to cut off Huaheng Mantian’s unfinished sentence. She sniffed her delicate nose and spoke with a pout, ”Better you don’t speak at all, a dog can’t spit out ivory. Just thinking about it, you wouldn’t say anything pleasant!”

”I had a light breakfast, and I’m in a bad mood. I don’t feel like playing with you anymore. Since I’m here today, I must address this matter!”

Gu Changsheng continued, then turned to look at Xia Ruyan, who wasn’t far behind her, and smiled as she said, ”Xia Ruyan, you’ve risked tearing your face with the Huaheng Clan just to fulfill a sense of loyalty. I won’t question the authenticity of your loyalty, but by blocking Huaheng and Xiangka Allied Forces, you’ve bought time for my Dark Night Army to secure Red Sun City. I, Gu Changsheng, will remember this favor!”

”I, Gu Changsheng, have never liked being in debt to others, so this time, I will repay your favor.”

Upon hearing this, Xia Ruyan looked up in surprise, her gaze toward Gu Changsheng holding a hint of hope, as well as scrutiny.

Gu Changsheng didn’t have the time to guess at her thoughts. In fact, compared to her Dark Night Army, Xia Ruyan fell far short. Even with the army of a hundred thousand in the Northern Great Camp, she didn’t take it seriously. But a debt owed must be repaid!

She aimed to live with neither shame above nor guilt below!

”Gu Changsheng, you actually want to protect them?” Gu Changsheng’s intention was clear, and Huaheng Mantian immediately understood the implication of her words. Thus, his face turned as dark as ink and he spoke solemnly, ”You’re a clay Bodhisattva crossing a river, barely able to save yourself, and yet you spout such wild talk about repaying Xia Ruyan’s favor here, in front of my army? Gu Changsheng, are you joking?”

”Joking? Ha!” Gu Changsheng burst out laughing upon hearing this and tilted her head amusingly toward Zhou Mu as she spoke mockingly, ”Evildoer, how brainless must the Huaheng Clan be to choose such a dumb successor? Their annihilation can’t be far off, huh!”

”Changsheng, my love speaks wisely, and I completely agree!” As a paragon of good virtues and a helpful spouse, Zhou Mu naturally concealed his violent, god-slaying persona, transforming into a man who indulged a woman’s whims to the fullest...

”Heh heh...” Gu Changsheng laughed crudely, turning her head back and spoke, ”Huaheng Mantian, whether I’m joking or not, you’ll find out soon enough. I’ve said it before, to kill you, my own people would be overqualified! This little snake of mine could take out your lot in minutes!”

”Geez! Courting death!” Huaheng Mantian could not hold back his laughter upon hearing this. He waved his hand to the soldiers behind him, taking on the air of a General as he commanded, ”Men, forward! Take Gu Changsheng’s Severed Heads and kill Xia Ruyan!”

”Yes, sir!” Obedience was their duty, and even if unwilling, they had to follow orders.

With the impending battle about to erupt, arrows already nocked and straining at their bows, signs of roaring warfare already hinted in the air.

Meanwhile, Gu Changsheng was as calm as the light clouds and a gentle breeze. In a leisurely manner, she waved at the Soul-Devouring Python beside her and boldly said, ”Little snake, go ahead, show off your might. Let these blind fools feel what it means to witness the enchantment of a snake!”

At the mention of the word ”enchanting,” the Soul-Devouring Python immediately shivered!

The scene where its Feeder had forced it to bathe in a wine cup, pushing it to coil like a watery snake waist, was vivid in its mind...

The frustration! Even worse than having no snake dignity!

It was clearly a python, and it was unfair to be treated like an ordinary snake, bullied among pythons!

But with its Feeder, who was always so firm in her commands, since she had said enchanting, it had to be enchanting!

Absolutely and for certain!

Otherwise, the consequences would be dreadful!

So, the Soul-Devouring Python started moving. With devilish steps, it coiled its thick body and swiftly weaved through Huaheng Mantian’s vast army!

Enchanting! Had to be enchanting! Extremely enchanting!

A python a zhang tall, its wiggling waist was surely disillusioning to witness!

Many couldn’t bear to look and closed their eyes, including Gu Changsheng, the culprit herself!

The Soul-Devouring Python slithered on, at a dizzying pace, leaving trails of a sticky medicinal scent in its wake...

Huaheng Mantian, catching a glimpse of the gigantic red eyes as the python flashed by, flashed a moment of disdain.

But in the very next instant, the sneer that had begun to form froze on her face...

She felt her movements growing slower...

As slow as a constantly replaying slow-motion scene...

And the soldiers behind her were experiencing the same thing...

”Snake Eyes... red... soul capturing... Soul-Devouring Python...” Huaheng Mantian wasn’t a complete fool. Her mouth agape in shock, she could only stutter out these words intermittently.

Rumor had it, the Soul-Devouring Python’s crimson eyes could consume the souls of living beings...

”Tsk tsk... such painful ignorance!” Gu Changsheng, leaning on Zhou Mu’s shoulder, spoke as if watching a good show, ”Only now, at this point, do you recognize my little snake. Isn’t it a bit late?”

”You... you... you!” Huaheng Mantian, looking at the still nonchalant woman before her, trembled with rage, grinding her teeth as she tried to speak, yet couldn’t even form a complete sentence.

Seeing her like this, Gu Changsheng gave an encouraging smile to the triumphant, returning Soul-Devouring Python. Instantly, the python, praised by its Feeder, revived in high spirits, proudly lifting its already high snake head even higher...

”There’s a medicine called Snake Garment Powder, made from the slough of snakes combined with dozens of herbs. Normally, this powder is harmless to the human body, provided the person’s will is strong and their soul remains unified,” Gu Changsheng said, then slowly blew on her fingernails and smiled as she continued, ”Unfortunately for you, without opening your eyes wide, you managed to provoke me. And it just so happens that my little snake is called Soul-Devouring Python by the people! It doesn’t have many skills, but it’s really good at hooking people’s souls, munching on their spirit...”

Upon hearing that it wasn’t very talented, the Soul-Devouring Python’s head drooped down in dejection.

Its own Feeder still looked down on it... Woeful!

”Do you know what happens when Snake Garment Powder meets an unstable soul?”...