Chapter 1713 Marriage Night

The moon hung low in the sky, and the slender figure seemed to mold seamlessly into the darkness. He walked forward soundlessly, bathed in moonlight. The "River God", Zhask, was momentarily stunned but quickly recovered. "How dare a foolish mortal trespass on a god's domain? Do you have no regard for your life?" It advanced step by step, prepared to strike mercilessly—until the figure drew nearer. Under the moonlight, a refined and noble face was revealed. Zhask froze in its tracks, stiffening in fear. Before it could speak, the black serpent's head shot out from a nearby cage. "How bold of you! Speaking to the lord like that—it seems like you are prepared for death!" Zhask looked at the black serpent before darting its gaze toward the figure again. The moonlight shone brightly, and Dalton's visage became fully visible. One look was enough to send a cold shiver down its spine. It shuddered violently and immediately reverted from its human form. "M-My lord! What brings you here?