While in Battle Through the Heavens, one can pre-appoint oneself as an emperor.

Hai Bodong's imposing manner vanished as quickly as it appeared, and he let out a light sneer.

"Since you know that I am the Ice Emperor, you should know that a transaction requires both parties to have something to ask for and to be of equal strength. I do not believe that a mere Great Battle Master like you can offer anything that will tempt me."

"If the Ice Emperor were still at his peak, I would have turned around and left, but now that the Ice Emperor has fallen from grace, Chen Xiao believes he still has some qualifications to make a deal."

Chen Xiao remained unconcerned by Hai Bodong's doubts.

After giving his name, Chen Xiao continued, "I've read many miscellaneous books, and one of them left a particularly deep impression on me. It mentioned that the snake-woman queen in the Tagor Desert has a sealing technique that can cause the strength of those who are hit to continuously decline. Just now, when the Ice Emperor revealed his aura, he appeared strong on the outside but weak on the inside, lacking staying power, which is quite similar to the description."

Upon hearing the name of that woman again, Hai Bodong tried his best to remain calm, but his heart still trembled involuntarily.

No one has more authority to speak on Queen Medusa's Serpent Seal Curse than him.

It was because of this curse that he had suffered so much over the years.

"Just say what you want to say."

"I'll try to get Queen Medusa to break the seal for you. You'll use the power of the Mittel family to find a strong individual to accompany me into the Snake-People territory and protect me!"

According to Chen Xiao's understanding, Queen Medusa was not as brainless as the lower-level snake people. As long as she was not angered and had a strong protector, the possibility of her directly attacking was not high.

After all, the snake people already live in Tagor, where the living environment is already very difficult. There is no need for her to needlessly provoke powerful enemies for her tribe.

Chen Xiao's Plan B was to use the memories in his mind to take advantage of the information gap, so that Queen Medusa would remove the seal from Hai Bodong.

At this point in time, Queen Medusa has not yet discovered the Azure Lotus Core Flame and is still troubled by breaking through to the Dou Zong realm. If Chen Xiao uses the information about the Azure Lotus Core Flame as a condition, it is possible to persuade Queen Medusa.

Of course, Chen Xiao couldn't guarantee too much.

But as long as there is a possibility of success and one can get out safely, it is worth a try.

Of the three sequels to the pre-released "Ice Emperor's Codex", Chen Xiao is most inclined to unseal Hai Bodong's seal.

This will not only provide you with assistance, but also avoid adding unnecessary limitations.

In comparison, whether it's becoming Hai Bodong's apprentice or joining the Mittel family, both would only add entanglements to oneself, making them less desirable and less desirable options.

"That woman isn't as easy to talk to as you think. Why should she listen to you?"

With the resources and influence of the Mittel family, hiring a Dou Wang or even a Dou Huang would be a piece of cake.

Even if things don't go well, Teng Shan himself is still a Fighting King.

Therefore, ensuring Chen Xiao's safe passage in and out of the Tagor Desert is not difficult.

However, Hai Bodong had an extreme prejudice against Queen Medusa, and he did not believe that Chen Xiao could persuade her.

"Naturally, it's because I know where something she's been dreaming of is."

"Heh, the dignified Queen of the Snake-People race, so majestic and imposing, what could she possibly lack?"

"The turning point that allowed the Snake-People to escape the desert and advance to a higher realm—Queen Medusa—is also human, and the queen of a race. Does the Ice Emperor truly believe she lacks nothing?"

Hai Bodong remained silent.

Indeed, every human being has desires.

Wealth, lust, and power are the most common and prevalent.

Even those who live in seclusion, yearning for a peaceful life, still desire something in return.

Medusa, as the queen of the snake people, bears the responsibility for her people and will only ask for more.

"So what about you? You've gone to so much trouble and effort in all this, but what are you doing it for?"

Hai Bodong understood completely that Chen Xiao intended to act as a mediator, connecting both sides to reach an agreement.

But this behavior was too strange. He didn't believe that Chen Xiao was just doing good deeds out of boredom.

Therefore, there must be a reason for this!

"It's very simple. It's all for the purpose of improving strength. After it's done, I want the Mittel family to prepare two Purple Heart Breakthrough Pills for me as a reward. People with powerful backgrounds can sit back and enjoy the benefits, but someone like me, who is all alone, can only seize every possible opportunity to climb up."

The fact that the Ice Emperor's Scripture had been completed in advance was something that could not be said aloud.

Therefore, his request for two Purple Heart Breakthrough Pills makes his motives more plausible.

The Purple Heart Barrier-Breaking Pill is a peak-grade fourth-rank pill.

This is the kind of pill that can directly enhance one's strength after consumption!

However, the Purple Heart Breakthrough Pill only works on the Great Dou Master stage. At this level, one pill can increase one star of strength, and at most two pills can be taken consecutively.

Chen Xiao is currently a Seven-Star Grand Dou Master. If he can obtain two Purple Heart Breakthrough Pills, he can leap to the Nine-Star Grand Dou Master level.

The next step is Spirit Battle!

Hai Bodong nodded silently to himself; this reason was indeed plausible.

Fourth-grade peak level pills are definitely high-end goods in the Jia Ma Empire. The number of alchemists who can refine them can be counted on one hand. Without some background and strength, ordinary people really can't get them.

Of course, the Mittel family certainly has the capability.

"Your name is Chen Xiao, right? Although everything you said makes sense, I have a feeling that you have ulterior motives and have been planning this for a long time. I need to think about this matter some more."

Hai Bodong naturally wanted to break the seal.

I dream about it!

But we've already suffered for so many years, so there's no rush of ten days or half a month.

Moreover, what Chen Xiao said today contained a great deal of information.

When we first learn about something, we are often surprised and fail to consider it thoroughly. Only after careful reflection can we discover the flaws.

Therefore, Hai Bodong decided to think twice before acting.

"I understand. After all, this is my first time meeting the Ice Emperor. If I were in the Ice Emperor's shoes, I would also have some doubts," Chen Xiao nodded in reply.

Looking at his mature demeanor, Hai Bodong looked him up and down and suddenly chuckled softly.

"Actually, there is another way. You just said that you are all alone, that is, you have no family or teacher to rely on. Why don't you become my disciple? Once you are one of us, whatever you want to do, I and the Mittel family will naturally support you without reservation. Not to mention the Purple Heart Breakthrough Pill, I can also find someone to refine higher-grade Battle Spirit Pills and Imperial Extreme Pills for you."

Hai Bodong was indeed somewhat eager to try his luck; at such a young age, he had already become a Seven-Star Grand Dou Master, a truly exceptional talent.

More importantly, the aura Chen Xiao exuded was of the ice attribute, which was compatible with his own.

If such a young genius were nurtured with the power of the Mittel family, he could boldly predict that within ten years, he would likely become another Ice Emperor renowned throughout Gama!

He might even break the record of the young sect leader of Yunlan Sect, and become a Dou Zong!

Moreover, once Chen Xiao grows up, it will become much easier for Hai Bodong to break the seal, and he can completely threaten the Holy City of the Snake People and avenge the humiliation of that year.

The more he thought about it, the more feasible it seemed. Hai Bodong's gaze became somewhat eerie, as if he were examining a precious treasure.

Upon seeing this, Chen Xiao smiled inwardly.

He deliberately revealed his ice-type nature and unintentionally disclosed that he did not have a teacher, all in order to make Hai Bodong naturally develop this idea.

Once someone has the idea of ​​taking on a disciple, the other person will unconsciously develop some bias when making a decision.

"Thank you for your high regard, Ice Emperor. I have always admired your reputation, but I have no plans to become your disciple or join any faction for the time being. However, I would like to make a bet with you, Ice Emperor?"

"Oh? Tell me about it."

"The Ice Emperor has given me six months. As I mentioned in the deal before, the Mittel family must cooperate as much as possible. If I cannot break the seal within the Ice Emperor's body within six months, then whether you become the Ice Emperor's disciple or join the Mittel family, everything will be as the Ice Emperor wishes!"