Chapter 2274 - 2277: Only a Fierce Dragon Crosses the River

Shen Qiang's smile made all the sea demons present draw a deep breath, because for the Sea Clan, Rotten Gill Disease is one of the most common and terrifying diseases. As the gills are equivalent to human lungs, when they rot, the sea demons can't get enough oxygen, becoming sluggish and struggling to breathe.

When the disease becomes severe, the ends of the gill filaments rot and become congested, exposing the gill bones. The inner and outer layers of the operculum erode simultaneously, appearing hollow from a distance, also known as the "Sky Window."

For fish and sea demons, this is a terrifying disease, spreading quickly and aggressively. The heads of the diseased fish turn black, also known as "Black Head Plague." Generally, it affects fish, shrimps, and crabs. Ordinary bacteria infecting sea demons is almost a dream.

However, unfortunately, Shen Qiang is not an ordinary cultivator.

Shen Qiang is the Medicine King, the successor of the Medical Saint, and carries the Plague Source.

Coming here was not a temporary decision from the beginning.

Thus, Shen Qiang naturally prepared a generous gift for these Sea Clan members.

This Rotten Gill Disease is just one among them.

After thorough evolution by the Plague Source, the bacteria are absolutely resistant unless defended properly.

"Horrifying Rotten Gill Disease! Is Shen Qiang deliberately here to establish his authority?"

"It's strange; there are three main causes of Rotten Gill Disease: bacteria, fungus, and parasites. Quan Jing's cultivation among sea demons isn't exceptional but at least first-rate. Under such circumstances, how could he fall ill for no apparent reason?"

"Remember Shen Qiang's name, lest he kills recklessly. It's obvious Shen Qiang is targeting what Quan Jing said before!"

The numerous Great Sea Demons exchanged wary glances with one another.

At that moment, the Great Sea Demon King Yu Jiang sitting on the steps smiled and said, "Rigid things break easily; supreme goodness is like water. Shen Qiang, I think you are not here to kill and establish authority, so keep some of your tricks away. Once you really start, no matter how potent your poison is, you might not walk out alive."

Hearing this, many Great Sea Demons' eyes turned fierce.

"Indeed, Shen Qiang, killing is just a nod. Withdraw your divine power; let's sit and talk. Meeting us with such antics? Do you truly think no one in the Sea Clan can stand against you?"

"Exactly, Shen Qiang, your actions are a bit excessive."

"Yes, just because one called you an unknown little pawn, you had to respond so harshly. Isn't it shameful?"

Listening to them, Shen Qiang chuckled.

"Oh, are you all so virtuous? That's interesting. Had you been as harmonious earlier, how could such misunderstandings arise?"

Glaring at Shen Qiang, a tall and burly Great Sea Demon took a bold step forward and sternly said, "Shen Qiang, you'd better not act too arrogant; not everyone here fears you!"

Shen Qiang laughed, "If politeness and humility could solve everything, what use would strength have?"

The Great Sea Demon's face darkened.

But just as he intended to step forward, he suddenly saw Shen Qiang's odd smile.

"Want to taste my acute pneumonia and tuberculosis bacteria? Do you think without gills you can defy me?"

Shen Qiang's words forcibly restrained his advancing steps.

"Shen Qiang! Don't go too far!"

That Great Sea Demon said harshly.

Shen Qiang smiled, then his gaze turned cold, speaking calmly, "I initially prepared a meeting gift for each of you, but now, I don't want to nor will I give it, given we're all seasoned foxes, no need for charades."

Leaning slightly, gazing at the man clutching his ulcerating cheek, Shen Qiang smiled softly, "I know you intentionally caused trouble. I don't have the magnanimity to tolerate others repeatedly, so let's be direct; remember my name, and perhaps your handsome face can be saved."

"If you're still unconvinced and confront me without basic manners, I don't mind making a pair of sky windows on your face. If you seek to kill me, I'll strike first, so your last expression shouldn't be one I detest."

Shen Qiang smiled softly, speaking very calmly.

Yet the many Great Sea Demons present felt a chill run through them.

Because at this moment, Shen Qiang was utterly sharp, devoid of grace, humility, or patience.

Nothing was present except the sharpness akin to a sword, making the many Great Sea Demons who had deliberately provoked Shen Qiang earlier look grim.

If the prior mocking was to show an attitude and give Shen Qiang a rough time, now the situation had reversed.

The initiative was no longer theirs; now, it was Shen Qiang giving the many Great Sea Demons a rough time!

The threats were blatant and as pronounced as could be; in almost an instant, all sea demons present realized Shen Qiang would give them no face if they tried to bully or provoke him.

"Not a fierce dragon would cross the river!"

This was the consensus formed almost instantly among the many Great Sea Demons.

"Shen Qiang, I'll remember you," said the man clutching his cheek.

Shen Qiang chuckled, calmly stood, and said with a smile, "Understanding things sooner would save us all trouble, wouldn't it? Remember this in the future."

Almost as Shen Qiang spoke, the man's rapidly ulcerating cheek stopped worsening and showed signs of recovery.

This situation.

Brought a smile of satisfaction to Uncle Gui sitting next to the Great Sea Demon King.

Simultaneously, the Great Sea Demon King Yu Jiang also smiled and then waved his hand, saying, "Alright, since it was a misunderstanding, let's move past it. Shen Medicine King has traveled far and is a guest. Please sit down to talk."

Upon hearing these words, Shen Qiang couldn't help but glance at the black mist covering the Great Sea Demon King Yu Jiang and Uncle Gui.

Because Shen Qiang knew, within was the Dragon Throne.

Almost as Shen Qiang's heart stirred, the black mist seemed to sense something, and terrifying hostility erupted in an instant, enveloping Shen Qiang like a frigid gust of wind, chilling him to the bone and silencing him.

Reason repeatedly warned, going up means certain death!

"Qingxuan, Song Weiyin, Divine Corpse, are what I should consider. As for the Dragon Throne, it's not important, and the overall situation must be prioritized."

Shen Qiang comforted himself, smiled slightly, and turned to a nearby chair. But as Shen Qiang was about to sit, a Great Sea Demon rushed over with a thud and sat first, saying, "This is mine."