Chapter 1704 The Dragon That Was Struck

Wynter could understand the black serpent's words. It wasn't because she had the ability to communicate with animals, but because creatures that had begun their path toward becoming dragons naturally gained the capacity to communicate with humans as their spiritual awareness grew. That said, most such creatures wouldn't casually choose to speak. A snake like this, found in Colifernia, wouldn't be seen as something worthy of worship, nor would it end up as a scientific curiosity. More likely, locals would simply assume it would make an excellent, highly nutritious snake stew. Removing her helmet and hanging it on the superbike, Wynter leaned casually on it before shooting a glance at the black serpent. "Have you been here before?" The black serpent dared not hide the truth. It merely slithered slightly farther from Dalton, trembling visibly. "Truth be told, I used to oversee the water over here," it confessed, even bowing its head as it spoke. Wynter arched an eyebrow. She was w