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. Thi