Shi Xian smiled, a derisive expression covering his face.
"Indeed, even now, I want to live. So, do tell, little snake, what do you want that I might give?"
Thus the covenant was struck between the snake and the man, signed with their souls, breaking the primordial ban.
"Break the circle of laws that hold me here, and I shall provide you with a way to live, do not fear. Do it fast. Look, they come! Our deal is fair, the best outcome!"
Shi Xian pulled out a sword from the ground, it swished in the air, making grating sounds as it cut through the iron tomb, carving a law, and breaking the circle of laws that never had a flaw.
The snake hissed from freedom's taste, savoring the air it emerged in haste. Not just a snake, but a dragon from tales, eyes like the sun, gigantic gleaming scales.
In awe, Shi Xian gasped, but he had none else to give his trust. So he stood his ground as he had kept his word, casting away the Sealing Sword.
