Chapter 1

Huang An's words stunned everyone.

They all looked at Zhang Fu in disbelief. This old man with Alzheimer's had caused them no shortage of trouble along the way, prompting their disgust, mockery, and amusement.

But at this moment, everyone's eyes changed.

Zhang Wu happily wrung his hands, saying, "Dad, your second great-uncle, Zhang Ji, is actually His Majesty the Snake King! So you, old codger, are actually a crown prince? Then am I also nobility?"

"Hahaha, no wonder my left eyelid has been twitching all day. Turns out there really was good fortune coming! Our Zhang family ancestors' graves must be smoking!"

Beside him, Han Feng echoed jealously, "Not just smoking, but billowing out!"

Bai He, the Taoist priest, bowed to Huang An, somewhat confused and asking what was going on. He didn't quite understand.

The others also perked up their ears, equally curious about what had happened. Why was Zhang Fu's second great-uncle His Majesty the Snake King? Such a strange and ancient title—had they collectively transmigrated?

"It's like this..."

Huang An smiled warmly and immediately explained the relationship between Xichuan Town, the Ten Thousand Monster Kingdom, Snake King City, and His Majesty the Snake King, then began from the beginning.

When he spoke of Xichuan Town being sealed off by the strange mist, isolated from the world, and how people had turned into monsters of their respective zodiac signs and killed each other, everyone's expressions changed.

They couldn't imagine such a cataclysm.

Loved ones and friends being affectionate and close during the day, only to turn into monsters at night and devour each other, a life-or-death struggle with no escape. The mere thought of that hellish, bloody scene sent chills down their spines.

Huang An told them that Xichuan Town had fallen into chaos, with many ferocious and bloodthirsty monsters appearing. Everyone was in danger, but Zhang Fu's second great-uncle, Zhang Ji, who was a snake, turned into a king cobra and ended the chaotic order, rebuilding civilization from the ruins.

Not only did he drive away wolves and devour tigers, battling powerful enemies from beyond the realm, but he also fought with enemies from the Twelve Divine Kingdoms, guarding the sinkhole alone, fighting bloodily against enemies from the Great Wilderness.

Especially when they heard that Zhang Fu's second great-uncle, the king cobra, had swallowed a demon emperor flying in the void in one bite, everyone felt like they were listening to a myth.

Huang An said with reverence and adoration,

"To protect the people of Xichuan Town, His Majesty the Snake King sacrificed more than a hundred of his own children, then built high walls, established a kingdom, and created order, giving the people hope, holding up a torch in the darkness, bringing light."

"He is the god in the hearts of everyone in Xichuan Town!"

The crowd listened in stunned silence, unable to return to their senses for a long time.

Bai He, the Taoist priest, sighed and said, "Hearing your words today is better than ten years of studying! I never imagined that the king cobra would be so heroic and righteous... Immeasurable Heaven, when I saw it being born before, causing celestial phenomena and a fierce aura engulfing the sky, I thought it was an unparalleled evil being born. I misunderstood it!"

Zhang Fu nodded. "That's right!"

Master Yuankong chanted a Buddhist prayer: "Amitabha, Zhang Fu's second great-uncle, Zhang Ji, is a most benevolent and compassionate being. This humble monk proposes building a Snake Buddha Bodhisattva temple for him."

Zhang Fu's face was full of joy. "I agree!"

Black Fist King gave a thumbs up. "Awesome! Old Man Zhang Fu's second great-uncle is a true hero, the kind who serves the country and the people. I'm impressed. When I see him, I'll definitely toast him a cup of wine!"

Zhang Fu said seriously, "I'll take pictures for you to commemorate the occasion."

The others around also praised Zhang Ji.

Because according to Huang An, the Embroidered Uniform Guard captain,

If it weren't for Zhang Fu's second great-uncle, Zhang Ji, suppressing the chaos, bringing stability, and breaking the strange mist blockade, Xichuan Town would still be isolated from the world, and the people here would still be in dire straits, or perhaps had already been completely destroyed by powerful enemies from beyond the realm.

The king cobra was truly a great and good person, a living Bodhisattva.

Zhang Wu listened in astonishment.

"I knew my dad's second great-uncle liked to eat chicken, especially smooth and tender chicken butts. I didn't expect he was also a great hero."

Huang An smiled and said, "Of course. Crown Prince's second great-uncle, Zhang Ji, is the master of our Snake King City in the Ten Thousand Monster Kingdom, the ferocious and great His Majesty the King Cobra. Everyone in Xichuan Town praises him. Once you enter Snake King City, you can ask around and know that I'm telling the truth."

Huang An's tone was gentle, his eyes full of a friendly smile, especially towards Zhang Fu, his attitude was even more respectful, even with a bit of flattery and ingratiation.

Zhang Fu's face was full of joy, stroking his beard and saying, "So my second great-uncle didn't die, but became a king! Aiya, Second Great-Uncle is Second Great-Uncle, truly amazing."

"If the ancestors of my Zhang family knew that Second Great-Uncle was so successful, they would definitely rest in peace."

Zhang Wu whispered beside him, "Dad, when we burn paper money next year for Qingming, we'll tell our Zhang family ancestors about this and let them rejoice!"

Zhang Fu grinned. "Do we need to wait that long? When we send winter clothes this year, we'll tell the ancestors, wouldn't it be better to let them rejoice in advance?"

Zhang Wu nodded, chuckling foolishly.

Because he suddenly thought that since Second Great-Uncle was so honorable, would he also rise to prominence? Wahaha, so happy!

Zhang Fu couldn't wait to see Second Great-Uncle and looked at Huang An, saying, "Captain, can you take me to find my Second Great-Uncle?"

Huang An smiled and said, "It would be an honor!"

He actively lowered himself to the ground, waved his paw, and a strong force wrapped around Zhang Fu, placing him on his back. He smiled and said, "Crown Prince's legs are inconvenient, so let me carry you!"

It was the first time Zhang Fu had sat on such a large dog monster's back. He was curious and happy, muttering to himself, "Riding a dog rots your crotch. I hope my crotch doesn't rot, or Second Great-Uncle will laugh at me..."

So he changed his posture, sticking his butt up and lying face down on Huang An's dog back.

The posture was indecent, but no one dared to laugh, but rather was extremely envious.

Especially the group who came from Blackwind Security, their eyes were red with envy.

Several clever people like Han Feng had already gathered around Zhang Wu to take the initiative to build relationships, and some women were constantly flirting with Zhang Wu.

Zhang Wu felt numb all over, thinking that something good would definitely happen tonight, so he hurriedly swallowed the scorpion in his arms with a few gulps, replenishing his yang and strengthening his essence in preparation for tonight's "great battle."

"Depart! Return to the city!"

Huang An shouted, and the team returned to Snake King City.

At the same time, Huang An didn't forget to whisper to one of his subordinates, "Quick, report to the commander, and say that His Majesty the Snake King's relative, the Crown Prince, has arrived. I have already picked him up and am returning to the city."

"Yes!"

A black-haired dog riding a large tiger took the lead and left.

Huang An's eyes were full of joy. If this matter was handled well, it would definitely be a great achievement.

Breaking through the mist, they arrived in front of Snake King City.

The tall and magnificent city walls were endless at a glance, and an oppressive and majestic aura rushed towards them, as if they had arrived in an ancient divine city. The walls were carved with patterns of king cobras, which were very exquisite.

There were snakes devouring tigers, snakes eating wolves, snakes flying in the sky, snakes spiraling, and snakes eating balls... various carved images vividly displayed the image and heroic deeds of the king cobra in front of everyone.

Bai He, the Taoist priest, and others watched with admiration, and their respect for His Majesty the King Cobra grew even more in their hearts.

Zhang Fu was lying on Huang An's dog back, sighing with admiration, "Second Great-Uncle is worthy of being Second Great-Uncle. He's simply a cow standing on its head, awesome to the sky! I can't wait to treat Second Great-Uncle to chicken butts!"

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Chapter 2

"There will be opportunities. Crown Prince, please follow me into the city!"

Huang An smiled and carried Zhang Fu into the city, while Bai He, the Taoist priest, and others hurriedly followed.

The circular arched city gate entrance was six thousand meters high and built of giant stones, which was very strong and heavy.

There were guards at the city gate, who were hundred-meter-long jiaolong dragons wearing snake scale armor. The pedestrians coming and going were all kinds of tall monsters. The snow on the ground was very thick, but very clean. No one dared to defecate anywhere.

After entering the city, most of the buildings in the city were triangular, primitive, rugged, and majestic. Bai He, the Taoist priest, and others stood in front of these buildings, as small as ants. They were shocked.

The shops around were neatly arranged, the horse-head walls of varying heights were quaint, and the streets were full of teahouses, taverns, and even massage and health shops. Through the windows, they saw a snake massaging a cow, the snake's body moving back and forth on the cow, and the cow making comfortable wailing sounds.

Zhang Fu and the others watched in amazement.

In the barber shop, a hundred-meter-tall rabbit was holding ten-meter-long scissors and giving a dog a haircut, even a side part, and spraying perfume.

"Dogs also get haircuts?" Bai He, the Taoist priest, exclaimed, his eyes about to pop out.

Huang An smiled and said, "What's so strange about that? When you see our Embroidered Uniform Guard commander, his slicked-back hairstyle is even cooler. By the way, I have a buzz cut, but it's a pity that you can't see how handsome I am because I'm wearing armor."

Everyone laughed at this.

The streets and alleys were connected in all directions, and the narrowest alleys were a hundred meters wide. Around them, tall碉楼 watchtowers stood, with huge shadows on alert inside. Scarlet eyes flashed from time to time, scanning the streets, equipped with strong bows and crossbows, and a chilling aura permeated the air.

Master Yuankong asked curiously, "Captain, does Snake King City still have enemies?"

Huang An nodded and said, "Where there are people, there are wars and enemies, and this place is no exception. Of course, most of the enemies have been wiped out by us, and only the remnants of the Divine Dragon Sect and the Battle Wolf Regiment are causing trouble, so we must be on guard."

Seeing everyone's confusion, Huang An explained,

"The great His Majesty the King Cobra established the Ten Thousand Monster Kingdom and wholeheartedly sought the welfare of the people, but there are still some people who have been tarnishing His Majesty the King Cobra's name, saying that the King Cobra is so ferocious and bloodthirsty and has devoured many people in Xichuan Town. These are all fictitious slanders."

"After you enter the city, don't believe these nonsense. They are all lying. If anyone says this to you, come to us to complain and report immediately, and we will deal with it."

Huang An earnestly explained, and Bai He, the Taoist priest, and others kept it in mind.

Walking along the streets, they were amazed and kept exclaiming, like Grandma Liu entering the Grand View Garden, all discussing how such a huge city was built, which they could not imagine.

"The world is only good because of the King Cobra, and children who are loved by the King Cobra are treasures..." A childish nursery rhyme rang out in the alley, carried by the wind.

"Are there children here?" Bai He, the Taoist priest, was surprised and looked in the direction of the sound, but couldn't help being astonished.

He didn't see any children, but only a group of tigers, rats, snakes, rabbits, and chickens, etc., playing and fighting in the alley.

From time to time, they let out the laughter of children, which was very cheerful.

Huang An smiled and explained, "They are the children."

"The strange mist turned all of us into monsters, and we can no longer return to human form. In the future, we can only exist in beast form, and our descendants will be like this."

His tone was inexplicably sad.

Bai He, the Taoist priest, and others felt a burst of pity and sympathy,

But when they saw a three-meter-tall tiger suddenly standing upright, jumping a hundred meters high, its body as swift as the wind, leaving behind afterimages, and after landing, "bang," it threw a stone roller weighing thousands of pounds like a sandbag, everyone fell silent.

Then they saw a rabbit with three tails rushing over, its sharp claws leaving deep marks on the ground, twisting its body and slapping the tiger, sending the tiger rolling dozens of meters away. When it got up, it fought with the rabbit, but it was no match for the rabbit.

Everyone was shocked. Since when had rabbits become so powerful?

Han Feng said in disbelief in a low voice, "These children... are they ferocious beast cubs? They probably have the strength of grandmasters!"

Bai He, the Taoist priest, and the other three grandmaster guardians nodded in shock.

The children were so strong just after being born. If they grew up in the future...

They shivered in unison, unable to imagine how strong these children would be in the future. They suddenly felt a little envious. They had cultivated hard for most of their lives to advance to the grandmaster realm, but these people were so strong just after being born.

How could they compare?

At this time, a group of children saw Huang An and the others, instantly stopped fighting, and curiously surged over.

"Uncle Huang An, what are they?" A white rabbit with three tails asked, making a childish girl's voice, its scarlet eyes pure and curiously looking at Bai He, the Taoist priest, and others.

The tiger next to it said, "Li Xixue, don't talk nonsense if you don't know. I've seen the pictures my mom drew. They aren't things. They seem to be humans... um, that's right, they're a kind of ancient creature that hasn't evolved yet."

Its voice was also childish, but it was commenting like a little adult.

"Hmph! You're so smart, Ouyang Biao. I recognized them a long time ago. I was just teasing you, hee hee hee..." The three-tailed white rabbit named Li Xixue said with a giggle.

The other children followed suit and laughed.

They were a group of monster beasts, but their laughter was pure and sweet, making Bai He, the Taoist priest, and others happy and distressed. How cute these children were, why were they all monsters? But when they thought about them saying that they were a group of ancient creatures that hadn't evolved yet, their teeth ached.

Huang An pretended to reprimand, "Li Xixue, Ouyang Biao, don't talk nonsense. This is Crown Prince and his friends."

His dog paw raised and pointed to Zhang Fu on his back.

A group of children playfully stuck out their tongues and politely greeted Zhang Fu, "Hello, Crown Prince!"

Zhang Fu liked these children very much and said happily with a smile, "They are all good children, all good children. Look how handsome you all are, all with prominent features and the demeanor of my Second Great-Uncle, with unlimited potential!"

His praise made the children laugh, their eyes full of friendliness.

Huang An waved his hand and said, "Go play somewhere else, I have something to do."

The children scattered.

Huang An explained to everyone, "That little white rabbit girl has the bloodline of a three-tailed armadillo. Although she's said to be a rabbit, she's actually a lion-tiger beast with very terrifying potential, so she was named Li Xixue by His Majesty the Snake King."

"And that little tiger is a ferocious leopard, with an equally ancient bloodline, and was named Ouyang Biao by His Majesty the Snake King."

"Being named by His Majesty the Snake King means they will indeed have unlimited potential in the future. Crown Prince has a very keen eye."

He flattered Zhang Fu.

Zhang Fu laughed so hard that his mouth split open, wanting to say something, but he heard bursts of explosions in the distance, as well as the movements of terrible figures fighting and killing, which was very intense. Each move and style caused the houses and buildings to collapse with a rumble, and a terrifying aura surged.

They were much stronger than the previous rabbits and tigers.

Bai He, the Taoist priest, and others were startled. Even with their grandmaster realm cultivation, they felt a sense of fear and unease and hurriedly asked, "Captain, are enemies attacking?"

Huang An laughed and said, "Don't be afraid, they're not enemies. The princes and princesses are just fighting again."

"They are all His Majesty the Snake King's children, and they have all inherited His Majesty the Snake King's bloodline talent, making them very powerful and warlike. They often start fighting at the drop of a hat. We are already used to it."

As he was speaking,

They saw a beam of blood-colored light suddenly flying from the depths of Snake King City to hundreds of meters in the sky, turning into a huge circular iron-blooded battle arena, exuding a grand aura.

At the same time, a majestic voice echoed throughout Snake King City...

"Fighting is not allowed in Snake King City. If you want to fight, go to this arena. Those who can persist in ten consecutive victories can come to this king for a reward."

The voice echoed in the void, lingering for a long time, falling into everyone's ears.

Zhang Fu was stunned for a moment, then shouted excitedly, "It's my Second Great-Uncle's voice, it's my Second Great-Uncle's voice! Second Great-Uncle, where are you? Little Fu has come to see you..."