Renee tensed up as she heard Adrian speak. To simply demand that the serpent let them pass was nothing but asking for trouble, After all, this giant serpent was terrifying. Perhaps if they spoke more carefully, things would remain peaceful. Unfortunately, Adrian’s arrogance seemed to border on provocation, and no one could sway him once he had made a decision.

“If you’re so eager to die, I’ll gladly send you to the afterlife,” Adrian said.

He was determined to teach this creature a lesson. This serpent appeared to be a relic of ancient times, and he noticed its gleaming core. If he could claim it, his strength might surge to an entirely new level.

This thought made Adrian’s eyes glint with determination. The power contained within the serpent’s body could be the key to pushing him beyond the Fusion Stage.

With this realization, Adrian’s resolve strengthened. But the serpent noticed the greed in his gaze, and its fury erupted. “You wretched human! I’ll make you pay with your life!”