Reborn as a Snake: Forging a Demon Court Starting from a Black Python

Chapter 49 Refining Magical Treasures

In the following days, Lin Xuan sat at home with peace of mind, not in too much of a hurry.

Although he knew in his heart that he should take advantage of Fahai's incomplete recovery and go to his door as soon as possible.

However, Lin Xuan knew one thing even more: haste makes waste.

Using historical allusions to launch an attack is indeed a tactic that only players can employ, but that doesn't mean that others are completely unable to use this mechanism.

If you push a dungeon boss like Fahai too far, it might cause some unusual changes.

It's better to proceed step by step and use the original plot to deal with him; that's the only way to be absolutely certain of success.

Since becoming a true dragon, Lin Xuan has become even more aware of the power of a true dragon and yearns to become one himself.

Lin Xuan already considered the dragon energy beneath Jinshan Temple as his own, and was unwilling to take even the slightest risk.

"Fine, let's give that bald monk a few days of peace."

"Wait, I think I've heard that things haven't been peaceful at Jinshan Temple lately either. Well, then it's alright."

Lin Xuan chuckled, sat down cross-legged, and a suit of scale armor appeared in front of him. It was the ten-thousand-year-old snake scale armor that Lin Xuan had obtained from Bai Suzhen.

When Lin Xuan first obtained these magical treasures, no matter how envious he was, he could only sigh in despair.

These magical artifacts were of such high quality that he not only did not meet the requirements for their use, but he was also unable to refine them.

But things are different now.

After emptying the Hundred Herbs Garden, Lin Xuan's level increased significantly, and he even transformed into a dragon.

Refining the ten-thousand-year-old snake scale armor is not impossible, but it will take a lot of time.

Lin Xuan took a deep breath, and the demonic power in his dantian began to circulate, slowly flowing into his scales.

Almost immediately, a black light shone on the scales.

This is Lin Xuan's demonic power at work.

[You are refining the 'Ten-Thousand-Year Serpent Scale Armor'. Current progress: 5%]

Looking at the progress bar, Lin Xuan calculated in his mind that he had only made 5% progress in one day. So, it would take about twenty days to completely refine it.

This speed is actually quite fast.

If it were an ordinary great demon of the snake race, it wouldn't be surprising if it took three to five years to refine such a powerful magic weapon.

Lin Xuan's heart stirred.

"It seems the system has many benefits and isn't as simple as it looks. I'll have to study it more in the future."

To accommodate players, the game cannot possibly extend the refining time too much.

Actually, twenty days is already a bit too long.

However, in reality, this speed is extremely fast.

It is almost hundreds of times faster than other monsters at refining speed.

"Once I've refined this ten-thousand-year-old snake scale armor, I'll be much more confident in dealing with Fahai."

"Fortunately, my wife hasn't bothered me these past few days, otherwise I wouldn't have had a chance to refine it."

Lin Xuan calmed his mind and closed his eyes to rest.

It turned out that Bai Suzhen had already made up her mind that she wouldn't care about Lin Xuan's background.

Even if Lin Xuan really was an immortal who was going to subdue demons, as long as Lin Xuan hadn't actually made a move, Bai Suzhen would just pretend she didn't know.

After figuring things out, Bai Suzhen stopped thinking about it and went to spy on Jinshan Temple again.

Now she doesn't care about anything else, she doesn't make excuses, she just runs out in broad daylight, not caring what Lin Xuan will ask.

Her thoughts were similar to Lin Xuan's; they both wanted to take advantage of his illness to kill him.

Unfortunately, after Fahai was injured, Jinshan Temple became even more heavily guarded.

To ordinary people, Jinshan Temple still looks the same as before, or even somewhat dilapidated, with few incense offerings and the sound of monks arguing when you get close.

It's completely different from the Buddhist temple it used to be.

However, in Bai Suzhen's eyes, Jinshan Temple was outwardly relaxed but inwardly tense.

A purple-gold light curtain enveloped the entire Jinshan Temple.

High in the sky, a red shadow was hovering. Upon closer inspection, it could be seen that it was a kasaya (Buddhist robe), embroidered with Buddhist symbols in gold thread.

Even just a glance at it would make one feel dizzy and overwhelmed by demonic energy.

"I've heard of that golden alms bowl before, but where did this robe come from? It seems Jinshan Temple has quite a few hidden treasures!"

"Especially that dragon aura, how come it suddenly became much stronger? Even from this distance, I can feel a pressure."

"Luckily, I didn't just go and confront them directly, otherwise I might have suffered a great loss!"

Bai Suzhen was unsure of the situation and dared not act rashly, so she stayed in place to investigate.

Inside Jinshan Temple, Fahai, though still in seclusion healing his injuries, sensed something. He slightly opened his eyes, raised the corners of his mouth, and revealed a cold smile.

"That snake demon is spying again! If you're so capable, then barge in!"

He waited for a long time, but Bai Suzhen did not make a move, so he closed his eyes again.

Since Bai Suzhen dared not make a move, he would continue to recuperate.

"The snake demon is nothing to worry about, but the one behind her is a difficult opponent."

"Once I've fully recovered, I'll activate the Great Mighty Heavenly Dragon and inquire about the situation at Mount Ling."

"If the snake demon truly has a deity behind her... no! Whoever is behind her, as long as she's a demon, I, Fahai, will subdue her!"

Even if it means facing mountains of knives and seas of fire, even if Hangzhou is reduced to ruins, I will not hesitate!

Fahai's face was grim, revealing a murderous aura.

Bai Suzhen waited outside Jinshan Temple until dusk, but she couldn't find any flaws. Without lingering any longer, she turned around and returned to the Lin residence.

"Xiaoqing, your relationship with your brother-in-law seems to have improved quite a bit lately." Bai Suzhen smiled as she saw Xiaoqing with Lin Xuan.

Xiaoqing was speechless; her sister's words were outrageous.

If it weren't for dealing with Black Snake, why would I have a good relationship with him?

However, Xiaoqing didn't dare to say what she really thought, and instead smiled slightly:

"Sister, you're wrong about that. He's my brother-in-law. It's only natural that I have a good relationship with him, isn't it?"

Bai Suzhen felt that Xiaoqing's words were not right, and was about to ask again when Lin Xuan's voice rang out.

"My lady, you've been out all day. What have you been up to?"

Distracted by Lin Xuan, Bai Suzhen forgot what she was originally going to say, sat down next to Lin Xuan, and said lightly:

"I went to Jinshan Temple."

"But the temple gates were tightly closed, and there were still many decorations. I didn't dare to go closer, so after looking around for a while, I went home."

Lin Xuan nodded, not surprised by this.

If Jinshan Temple were so easy to deal with, why would he need to think so much?

There is a dragon-like aura in Jinshan Temple.

Snakes and dragons can use dragon energy to cultivate, and even transform into dragons. However, this dragon energy can also be used to suppress snakes and dragons, just like Lin Xuan's current dragon might.

Since Jinshan Temple has suppressed the dragon energy for so many years, it has naturally long since developed methods to utilize this dragon energy.

If Bai Suzhen recklessly charges in, the dragon's energy will immediately unleash its power, greatly diminishing Bai Suzhen's strength.

Even if Fahai is injured, Bai Suzhen will still be no match for him and will suffer a great loss.

Lin Xuan poured Bai Suzhen a cup of hot tea and said casually:

"My wife, please don't overthink it."

"By the way, Xiaoqing spent the whole day cursing about some black snake. I'm actually curious, what's the deal with this black snake anyway?"

Bai Suzhen raised an eyebrow and glared at Xiaoqing.

She was incredibly clever and guessed Xiaoqing's feelings with just one sentence.

"No wonder my sister was trying to please my husband; so that's what she was thinking!"

Bai Suzhen was both annoyed and amused, and began to explain to Lin Xuan.

"My lord, you may not know this, but that black snake... actually has a past with me."

"It's just that Xiaoqing had a conflict with that black snake, which is why she spoke ill of it."

Although Bai Suzhen guessed that Lin Xuan had a powerful background, she did not reveal her identity directly, so she could only speak vaguely, trying to cover up the truth.

How can a human be related to a snake race? There's clearly something wrong here.

Lin Xuan didn't ask any further questions, he just nodded.

"I see!"

"Since Little Qing didn't lie to me, I can't just sit idly by."

Bai Suzhen hurriedly shook her head.

"Husband, please don't do anything rash. Actually, the black snake didn't really bully Xiaoqing. It's all a misunderstanding between them."

"If you hurt the black snake, I will be heartbroken."

Lin Xuan deliberately feigned a troubled expression.

"If you put it that way, my wife, then I'm in a difficult position."

Bai Suzhen sensed the hesitation in Lin Xuan's words and felt a little anxious, as she was unsure of her husband's strength.

What if her husband is really a powerful immortal, and he really wants to attack Xuan'er? Wouldn't Xuan'er suffer a great loss?

She frowned, said nothing more, made up an excuse, and left home again, rushing to the riverside dock.

"Xuan'er, are you there?"

Bai Suzhen shouted in mid-air, and it took a long time before she heard Lin Xuan's reply.

"Mother...cough cough, sister, what do you want me to do?" Lin Xuan poked his head out, somewhat embarrassed.

I'm so used to calling her "wife" that I almost slipped up and called her by the wrong name.

Fortunately, Bai Suzhen was preoccupied and didn't notice these details.

She landed on the river and said earnestly to Lin Xuan:

"Xuan'er, it's my fault, I've never been able to get Xiaoqing to let go of her prejudice against you."

"Xiaoqing spoke ill of you to my husband, and she actually wanted him to deal with you!"

Upon hearing this, Lin Xuan revealed a hint of disdain on his enormous head.

"Sister, your husband is just a mortal. Even if he wanted to deal with me, what could he do?"

"If I lie here and let him beat me, even if he beats me for a hundred years, it will only be a massage at most."

"Wait a minute, Xiaoqing isn't trying to use your husband to put you in a difficult position, is she?"

Lin Xuan suddenly realized what was happening, and began to wag his tail, creating waves on the river.

"That Xiao Qing is absolutely awful!"

Bai Suzhen realized Lin Xuan had misunderstood and hurriedly said, "That's not true! Your brother-in-law himself... has some skills; he's not as simple as he seems!"

Lin Xuan continued to pretend he didn't understand.

"Some skills? How much skill can they possibly have?"

"Sister, I've become a dragon now, what's there to be afraid of!"

"But don't worry, although I've never met my brother-in-law, I've heard that he's handsome, charming, understanding, well-educated, and the best man in the world."

"Once I meet him, we'll definitely hit it off immediately, and any misunderstandings can be cleared up."

"There's absolutely no way they'll fight!"

Lin Xuan spoke with such certainty that Bai Suzhen was left speechless, both amused and exasperated.