《Fantasy Lord: I Have a Moving Castle》


 Chapter 1 - 1

    Chapter 1: Chapter 1 "Mobile Castle¡¤Fantasy Forest"I''m really an idiot! Truly!"


    When Char vied for the thirty-second time to ignite the pile of dry grass in front of him with the flint in his hand, yet still failed.


    He was utterly deflated.


    "Why?!"


    "Why did I ever design this game?!"


    He lamented endlessly, wishing he could travel back several months and slap himself hard: all the suffering he was enduring now stemmed from the brainwater he had during the game''s planning phase!


    Destroy it!


    Hurry up!


    I''m tired!


    Just as Char was overwhelmed with irritability, a gentle beam of sunshine appeared in his sight, dancing up and down, conveying an encouraging meaning.


    This seemed like a star emitting a soft golden glow.


    It was only the size of a fingernail, a light gold color sketching the shape of a pentagram, and outside this pentagram, there was a layer of crystal-clear shell, enclosing the light gold star.


    As Char''s gaze focused on this "gemstone," a set of data visible only to him drifted out from within the "gemstone," appearing above it.


    [Star Worm]


    [Attributes]: Strength 2, Defense 25, Agility 17, Constitution 5, Intelligence 6, Perception 12


    [Life Value]: 56/56


    [Magic Power]: 3/3


    [Skills]: Sunshine Glow (Circle 0)


    [Challenge Level]: 0


    [Introduction]: Star Worms are among the weakest Magic Creatures, resembling a gold pentagram set in a diamond. They have almost no Magic Ability, only their hard shell provides some self-defense. However, legends say that Star Worms are incarnations of the stars. How could such a feeble Star Worm be the incarnation of a star? Perhaps it is a misconception...


    Seeing the Star Worm made Char feel a bit better, he took a deep breath and forced himself to calm down.


    The Star Worm was his Magic Pet, also the only companion he had in this deserted otherworldly Fantasy Forest.


    If not for the Star Worm''s company, he might have truly gone mad.


    Sadly, the name Star Worm sounds high-end and prestigious, seeming to hold high prestige, even clashing with some famous incantation materials, half-divine traits, and possessing transcendent bugs that grant powerful blinking abilities.


    But what are they ranked?


    Phasing through walls! Tricks! Divination!


    Recording! Teleportation! Blinking!


    Banishment! Twisting space!


    They can do everything!


    Almost possessing mythical abilities!


    And what is your rank?


    You have a pitiful single skill! And it''s a damn Circle 0 skill!


    "Sunshine Glow"...


    The name sounds good and has a high prestige; in reality, it''s just emitting light, even struggling to light up the night, let alone having any killing power.


    Even among Circle 0 tricks, it''s the weakest!


    But in this lonely otherworldly place, the Star Worm was Char''s only companion and a great source of comfort, giving him significant courage.


    Though it wasn''t practically useful, the encouragement from the Star Worm alleviated some of the irritation in Char''s heart.


    He took several deep breaths and calmed himself down, continuing to strike the flint.


    Sparks flew, sunshine drifted.


    The Star Worm flew down slightly, landing into the pile of dry grass and started to emit light desperately as if trying to be helpful.


    The light gold glow grew brighter, enveloping the Star Worm''s entire body, making it look like the pile of dry grass was bathed in a bit of golden light.


    At that moment, all the annoyances, irritations, and miseries in Char''s heart vanished.


    Whether it was finally a glancing glance from the Luck Goddess or the Star Worm''s efforts actually raised the temperature of the pile of dry grass a bit.


    Either way, this time Char finally succeeded.


    White smoke rose from the dry twigs and leaves, scattering like fireflies, and the Star Worm quickly moved away from the pile of dry grass, while Char frantically grabbed a handful of dry grass, loosely covering the flames to prevent them from being snuffed out that he had struggled to ignite.


    Finally, a clear flame emerged, and the fire started to grow.


    Char breathed a sigh of relief, wiped his sweat, and placed a pot already filled with water on the stacked stones.


    On the other hand, the Star Worm, after leaving the pile of dry twigs and leaves, landed on the back of Char''s hand.


    The light receded, and the Star Worm stopped activating "Sunshine Glow," showing its original appearance.


    In its normal state, the Star Worm looked like a round diamond with a golden pentagram embedded inside it, without hands, feet, or wings, just possessing two eyes and a mouth, and even the ears were not apparent.


    With its eyes and mouth closed, it was perfectly seamless, showing no trace.


    Rather than a worm, the Star Worm resembled a precious gem crafted by a top-tier jewelry master.


    The Star Worm was clearly very happy, with its eyes smiling happily, almost squinted to a slit.


    Its data also changed slightly, its Magic Power went from 3 to 0¡ªusing up all its weak Magic Power to fully activate "Sunshine Glow."


    ''Silly joy~''


    Char couldn''t help but chuckle internally.


    The Star Worm''s structure was peculiar, and it was uncertain what elements constituted its shell, definitely, it wasn''t chitin like regular beetles.


    Perhaps it really was gold and silicon.


    This gave the Star Worm a formidable Defense.


    With an outer layer made of crystal and an inner layer wrapped in gold, how could its Defense not be strong?


    This was how the Star Worm got its Defense Value of 25.


    A Defense Value of 25 is not weak at all; an average person has an overall average of about 10 in the six attributes, with Defense generally even lower around 6 or 7 points.


    The Star Worm''s Defense of 25 already matched that of Levels 1 and 2 Professionals.


    But¡ª


    That''s just it.


    The only thing worth praising about the Star Worm was its strong defense.


    This made it very difficult to kill.


    Other than that, it might just be its speed that was somewhat strong.


    With a speed of 17, that was almost twice that of an ordinary human.


    However, the strength and skills of the Star Worm were too weak.


    With only 2 points in strength, it could hardly be said to have any physical damage capability.


    Not to mention the lack of physical attack skills, even if they existed, they wouldn''t be very powerful. And as for magic damage, although the Star Worm''s intelligence and perception were decent, its complementary skills were very poor.


    "Sunshine Glow"...


    It barely had any damaging power, so how could it talk about attack capabilities?


    Char sighed inwardly, his thoughts shifted, and another set of data appeared in front of him.


    This set of data was more complex compared to that of the Star Worm.


    It was his own character panel data.


    [Name]: Char Rain Season


    [Race]: Half-Elf


    [Level]: 1


    [Profession]: Commoner


    [Attributes]: Strength 12, Defense 8, Agility 14, Constitution 11, Intelligence 13, Perception 11


    [Life Value]: 113/113


    [Magic Power]: ¡ª¡ª


    [Skills]: ¡ª¡ª


    [Magic Pet]: Star Worm (Challenge Level 0)


    ''Not only is the Star Worm pathetic, but so am I,'' he thought.


    Char sighed heavily.


    His attributes weren''t much better than the Star Worm''s, and he completely lacked skills.


    With such capabilities, the probability of surviving in a fantasy world was zero.


    Char closed the panel and flipped his hand gently, letting the Star Worm that had been lying on the back of his hand nestle into his palm.


    Then, he lifted his gaze to the outside.


    He saw a brown horse, head bowed, nibbling the grass at its feet. The horse was tethered with a rope that extended in front of him, connecting to the wagon.


    He was currently in a dilapidated carriage.


    The entire carriage was made of wood, worn and unrepaired, with many damaged parts covered in moss, and even the roof had several holes.


    At the moment, he was cooking on a wooden plank in front of the carriage door, about half a meter above the ground.


    The horse pulling the carriage was already very old.


    Bony and skeletal, even though it was a horse, it gave off a decrepit, dilapidated impression.


    So old and still had to pull a carriage. It wasn''t easy and terribly heartless!


    But this was not Char''s intention.


    If possible, he wouldn''t want to exploit such an old horse that could collapse at any moment.


    This was the system''s arrangement, what could he do?


    This matter really did have a long story behind it.


    He was not originally called Char, nor was he from this world.


    He was an Earthling, a professional in the game industry.


    Young and promising, a few years after graduating from college, he and several like-minded friends had established a somewhat famous gaming studio. They had produced several small but successful hits and had a modest fortune.


    Before he crossed worlds, they were developing a game called "Mobile Castle¡¤Fantasy Forest."


    This was a game focused on a beautiful art style, with elements of pet beast development in a fantasy adventure and management game, the result of ten years of effort by their studio.


    At the start of the game, every player would receive an old horse-drawn cart, and through daily tasks, gradually repair, modify, expand, and add functions to the cart...


    Through several upgrades, step by step turning the soon-to-be-discarded old cart into a magnificent and spectacular Mobile Castle, embarking on a splendid and thrilling adventure in a fantasy world!


    During this time, players could also tame Demon Beasts by praying and taming, use them as Magic Pets, defend the castle, face challenges, and help manage their castles.


    In short, it was a game that combined fantasy adventure, pet beast development, wilderness survival, and farm management, all rendered in a beautiful art style.


    Although it was a small studio''s product, Char and his partners were confident about the game, believing it would be a big hit, so much so that they had already planned a second and third installment...


    This was also why they named the game "Mobile Castle¡¤Fantasy Forest."


    Because there would be subsequent parts like "Mobile Castle: Ocean Song," "Mobile Castle - Prairie Adventure," and "Mobile Castle: Desert Treasure Hunt," each featuring different landscapes and fascinating creatures.


    Just the thought was exciting!


    Who would have thought that before it could begin, he would unexpectedly cross into another world?


    It was disastrous the moment he crossed over.


    In the game, all the tasks just needed a simple movement of the mouse and fingers to be easily completed.


    You wouldn''t even die!


    You had infinite lives!


    But when all this left the game and became reality, it turned into a true nightmare.


    Tasks that seemed easy and simple by just moving a mouse became incredibly difficult, each consuming a great deal of time, energy, and physical effort.


    Worse still, to enhance the player''s experience of building a home from scratch and feeling a sense of achievement, the players had almost nothing in the early stages of the game, nearly a wilderness survival mode.


    And this!


    All were traps he had set for himself!


    As the main strategist and artist of the game, one could say the entire game world was crafted by him, including the early wilderness survival mode.


    If he had known one day he would cross into the game he designed, why would he plan it like this?


    Of course, he would make it as simple and safe as possible, preferably giving himself ten or eight cheats!


    Char''s gaze followed the old horse and looked farther away. Sear?h the N?velFire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

 Chapter 2 - 2 The Dilapidated Carriage in the Forest

    Chapter 2: Chapter 2 The Dilapidated Carriage in the Forest```


    Golden sunlight filtered through dense leaves, sprinkling down into the lush green forest.


    Not thirty meters from the carriage lay a small pond, its surface covered with aquatic plants resembling lotus leaves, among which a few crimson flowers bloomed, resembling lotuses.


    A lake-blue frog perched on a lotus leaf, seemingly sensing Char''s gaze, and with a plop, leaped into the water and disappeared.


    The breeze gnawed at the arteries of summer, presenting an overflowing green sea before Char''s eyes.


    Regrettably, behind this emerald dream-like forest scenery hid a thick murderous intent.


    As the game''s head designer, Char could not have been more aware of the many powerful Demon Beasts he had designed for this world, none of which a Level 1 minor character like himself could contend with.


    There were far too many things in the forest that could end his life.


    In the game, he could resurrect an infinite number of times.


    But here, he did not have a second life.


    However, that wasn''t even the worst of it; the worst part was that this world didn''t seem to be entirely the world he had designed.


    Because he discovered that the panel for him and the Star Worm, was quite different from what his studio designed.


    Challenge Level!


    This was a concept that shouldn''t exist.


    In his design, the leveling system for player characters and Magic Pets were just normal "Levels", with the max Level being 120, and there was no such thing as "Challenge Level".


    The concept of "Challenge Level" only appears in a well-known tabletop role-playing game¡ªDND (Dungeons & Dragons).


    In other words, this world had likely merged with the universe of DND!


    No!


    More precisely, it should be said that the DND universe had absorbed and integrated the universe he had designed!


    Apart from the corroborating concept of "Challenge Level", there was another piece of evidence.


    That was that he himself was a Half-Elf.


    In the game he designed, Half-Elves did not exist.


    In "Mobile Castle", apart from players, there were no other humanoid characters; there were only a variety of Pet Beasts, beautiful, cute, domineering, agile, or mysterious.


    And the players?


    When initially designing them, he didn''t even specify a race.


    Because it wasn''t important!


    Probably humans, right?


    Definitely not Half-Elves.


    With Challenge Levels and Half-Elves, this otherworldly place must be ninety-nine percent a DND world!


    And the DND world? That''s far too dangerous.


    The mightiest Monster he designed for the Mobile Castle world was on par with an adult dragon in the DND world.


    Although adult dragons were also very powerful, comparable to legendary warriors, and could easily exterminate a castle, there were many existences far more powerful and terrifying than adult dragons and legendary warriors in the DND world!


    There were even Divine beings!


    Divine beings who controlled various principles! S§×ar?h the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Under the DND universe, legends were barely scraping the threshold of power, ranking in the upper middle class of the entire strength hierarchy and certainly not at the top.


    Such a world was far too dangerous, and a slight misstep could lead one to meet Death.


    Even worse, even after death, souls could find no peace.


    The fate of the faithless after death was nothing short of tragic.


    Char let out a long sigh.


    Today was already the third day since he had crossed over, and he had somewhat come to terms with his fate, accepting the reality; otherwise, he wouldn''t have been able to calm down this quickly.


    On his first day after crossing over, he truly wished he could commit suicide on the spot¡ªcommitting suicide might allow him to cross back, but falling into the hands of an Evil God or tumbling into Hell would have been truly regrettable.


    Now nearing noon, the gradually warming sun steamed up the heat, causing drowsiness.


    But hunger kept Char from falling asleep.


    "Gurgle, gurgle, gurgle!"


    His stomach rumbled loudly, reminding him it had been a long time since he had last eaten.


    Just then, the water came to a boil, so Char picked up the wooden bowl he had placed next to the simple stove earlier, and poured its contents into the boiling water.


    These were chunky, white grubs.


    ```


    Scientific name "larva," the larva of golden beetle insects.


    The golden beetle insects include a variety of rhinoceros beetles, among which the renowned rhinoceros beetle is one.


    The larva has a large and plump body, is rich in protein, and survives in relatively clean environments. It can even be eaten raw when trying to survive in the wilderness and is known as the "happy worm of Bear Grylls."


    The big, white larva turned once in the boiling water and quickly cooked through.


    He fished out the insect and, not minding the scalding heat, removed the mouthpart before, overcoming his disgust, gulping it down whole and stuffing it into his mouth.


    Before crossing over, he would never have imagined eating these big, white, meaty larvae, even though those who had tried them said they tasted good and were rich in nutrients.


    Because they looked quite revolting, he couldn''t overcome the mental hurdle.


    But when "hunger" looms, what hurdle can one not overcome?


    If you don''t eat, you''ll starve to death, so what choice is there but to eat?


    Eating insects is surely better than gnawing on tree bark or eating clay, right?


    Char, like a starving ghost reincarnate, quickly cleaned out the bowl of larvae. It wasn''t that he was really that hungry, nor that he had bad manners, but because he had to save time.


    For him now, each and every second of time was precious.


    If he relaxed and wasted time, he would likely end up hungry.


    This was similar to ancient farmers who worked from dawn to dusk all year round and just managed to keep their bellies full. A little slack, and they might go hungry.


    No, he was even worse off than the ancient farmers.


    At least the farmers had entered the agricultural era, while he was still in the gathering era!


    Char quickly tidied up and then jumped down from the carriage.


    First, he collected some dried branches and leaves, then climbed up to the top of the carriage and spread them out. After a few climbs up and down, he had covered the entire roof of the carriage with them.


    Then, he had Old Ma pull the carriage to a sunny spot so that the dried branches and leaves on the roof could get fully sunbathed.


    All of these were his "dry firewood" for making a fire. Although the forest was full of twigs and fallen leaves, the humidity was also high. If they were collected directly, they would be too damp to ignite, so sunbathing was essential.


    After getting the next two days'' "firewood" up on the roof, Char flipped nimbly back in front of the carriage.


    This crossing over did have some benefits.


    For Char, the biggest benefit was that he had obtained a healthy and agile body.


    Before crossing over, long hours of desk work and overtime had taken a toll. Even though he maintained a habit of exercising, he still had minor health issues, with this and that hurting or feeling uncomfortable.


    Now, he had crossed over into a young Half-Elf, and even though he had not inherited even half of the Skills, this was still a pleasant surprise.


    Could he have ever climbed so effortlessly in the past?


    Wouldn''t he have needed a ladder?


    Char walked into the carriage, which now served as his home.


    Looking around, one could say he had bare walls.


    The furnishings inside the carriage were sparse: only a simple wooden bed, a wooden cabinet, a bow, an Arrow Quiver with seven or eight arrows, and a wooden shrine that looked a bit like a shrine.


    The walls pieced together from wooden planks showed signs of moss everywhere, and some moss even sprouted red and purple little mushrooms.


    Walking into the carriage, a moldy smell of damp and rotting wood hit one squarely.


    Sunlight streamed through the cracks, casting little golden spots inside the room.


    This was after Char had done some repairs. When he first crossed over, the carriage was even more dilapidated, full of holes everywhere.


    Char first approached the shrine and took a glance.


    A slab of stone was enshrined within the shrine, the most exquisite and valuable item in the carriage, so out of place in the current environment that it seemed it shouldn''t be there at all.


    The stone slab was circular, as if forged from the finest inkstick, but it was only a similarity in color, both featuring an "ink color that appears lustrous and rich." However, the texture was entirely different¡ªthe slab in front of him appeared very hard.


    The surface of the stone slab was inlaid with a Wish Bottle pattern in gold, from which wishful stars were bursting forth.


    Above the stone slab, one could see several strands of golden light emitting a rainbow of colors, with a total of eight strands floating quietly above the slab, sacred and beautiful.


    As Char focused his attention on this shrine, another set of data appeared before his eyes.


    [Prayer House]


    Praying Power: 8


    Prayer Fragment: 0


    Prayer Crystal: ¡ª¡ª


    Prayer Gem: ¡ª¡ª


    The columns for Praying Power and Prayer Fragment were lit up, while the latter two columns were dimmed.

 Chapter 3: Prayer System! Biggest Reliance!

    Chapter 3: Chapter 3: Prayer System! Biggest Reliance!Prayer System!


    This was his greatest confidence and reliance!


    It was also the main reason he didn''t commit suicide on the spot, attempting to travel back!


    In the future, whether he could survive well, living luxuriously and freely traveling the world in the Mobile Castle, or end up dead in the wilderness as food for dung beetles, depended entirely on the Prayer System!


    Every time he completed a system task, at least one strand of Praying Power would be born in the Prayer House.


    As for how many strands?


    That would depend on the difficulty of the task¡ªthe harder the task, the more Praying Power he would receive after completing it.


    Each strand of Praying Power could be used for one prayer, and the items obtainable from praying included Magic Pets, blueprints, materials, and more.


    However, using Praying Power for a prayer couldn''t bring about good items; he could only obtain some ordinary materials. Not to mention Magic Pets, he couldn''t even pray for blueprints.


    To pray for quality items, he could only use a higher-level Prayer Fragment.


    Prayer Fragments were condensed from Praying Power, with every ten strands of Praying Power forming one Prayer Fragment.


    The praying effect of Prayer Fragments was much better than that of Praying Power.


    For example, using Praying Power for a wish was akin to a Primary Prayer, while using a Prayer Fragment for a wish belonged to an Intermediate Prayer. As for the later Prayer Crystal and Prayer Gem, they naturally corresponded to Advanced and Top-tier Prayers.


    However, both the Advanced Prayer and Top-tier Prayer were currently under seal, and they would only be unsealed after he had upgraded the "Castle" to a certain extent.


    As for what this "certain extent" was?


    It would at least have to wait until the "Castle" shed its cart appearance and began to take on the form of a castle.


    That was a matter for later; right now, for Char, the most urgent thing was survival!


    To survive by any means necessary!


    And to survive, he had to rely on the Prayer House, because only the Prayer House could enable him to obtain Magic Pets.


    As the game developer, he was all too aware of the importance of Magic Pets.


    Magic Pets were not only partners for players exploring the world but also assistants in managing their castles.


    Without Magic Pets, the game "Mobile Castle¡¤Fantasy Forest" simply wouldn''t exist.


    Unfortunately, fate was not on his side; despite his desperate accumulation of Praying Power, the first Magic Pet he recruited was the Star Worm.


    At the time, Char was hugely disappointed, although he was well aware that the Magic Pets summoned by the Prayer Fragments were just not powerful "Primary Pets", but who could have expected them to be this basic? S§×arch* The Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    The strength of the Star Worm was even inferior to his own.


    The two of them, who was supposed to protect whom?!


    Even the Star Worm wasn''t in his designed Pet Beast manual; it was a completely new type of Pet Beast that deviated from "Mobile Castle".


    Without the protection of Magic Pets, it was difficult for him to survive in this fantasy world, so after the first recruitment failure, Char had no choice but to suppress his urge to use his Prayer Fragment to improve his survival conditions and continued to accumulate Praying Power¡ªin this perilous wilderness, each day he delayed recruiting a sufficiently self-protective Magic Pet increased the possibility of meeting his demise.


    By now he had already accumulated eight strands of Praying Power; he estimated that by tomorrow, he would gather ten strands and condense a Prayer Fragment.


    Char opened the wooden cabinet, which didn''t hold much, similar to this nearly empty "home".


    He took out a dagger, a water bottle, and a small bamboo basket.


    After tying the bamboo basket around his waist, Char called out to the Star Worm.


    "Star Treasure, let''s go! We''re setting out!"


    The Star Worm resting on Char''s shoulder, sparkling like a diamond encasing Golden Star, quickly took flight as it followed Char out of the carriage.


    With the company of the Star Worm, Char headed into the forest.


    However, he did not go too far.


    As the game designer, no one knew the game better than he did.


    The starting area for players in the game was the safest place¡ªwhere monsters were not only few in number but also the lowest in level. Leaving the starting area meant encountering monsters of increasing levels¡ªa common trope in all leveling games.


    So, searching for food nearby was relatively safe. Going any further, however, would be dangerous.


    The sun, filtered through green leaves, was devoid of heat, and the dappled shadows felt like early snow as Char''s deer leather boots rustled softly on the layer of pine leaves.


    As a half-elf, although he was not as adept in the forest as a true elf, who could move through the woods with ease, he still inherited some of the elves'' talents.


    This partial talent allowed Char to walk through the dense jungle with relative ease.


    The Star Worm was like a companion star, always closely following Char.


    This gave Char a sense of security and considerable courage.


    People are like this. When you are alone in a dangerous environment, you feel as if you''re on the edge of an abyss, scaring yourself as if you might die at any moment.


    But having a companion can drastically reduce the inner fear¡ªeven though Char was well aware that should any real danger arise, the Star Worm could hardly ensure his safety.


    Moreover, the Star Worm''s utility went beyond just that.


    As Char was contemplating this, suddenly, the Star Worm accompanying him flew to the side and landed on a damp, decaying piece of wood.


    Char immediately approached, took out his dagger, and fervently chiseled at the spot where the Star Worm had stopped, and soon a big, white, fat larva appeared before him.


    This was another major use of the Star Worm!


    Perhaps due to being a larva itself, it had a keen perception of other larvae, even those deeply hidden within wood. Char didn''t know the principle behind it.


    Char picked out the plump larva and placed it in his bamboo basket; by then, the Star Worm had already located another larva on the surface of the wood.


    After a few digs with the dagger, another big fat larva was quickly thrown into the bamboo basket.


    ...


    As the sun went down, a soft rustling came from the bushes.


    Char emerged from between the branches, stepping into the dusk.


    The Star Worm lingered around him, emitting a faint glow that lighted the way for Char.


    Compared to when he set off, Char now appeared much more disheveled, with strands of hair drooping down and traces of mud on his face and body; his clothes looked as though they had been soaked, then dried, then dampened again.


    Although the trees provided some cover, the stifling humidity in the forest was inescapable. Having trekked the entire afternoon, Char naturally sweated a lot.


    The scent of sweat attracted a large number of insects, enveloping Char like a cloud of gray smoke, constantly trying to bite him.


    The Star Worm zigzagged through this swarm, desperately trying to alleviate Char''s discomfort from the mosquito attacks.


    Tired and thirsty, dirty and sticky, surrounded by incessant buzzing mosquitoes¡ªit would seem unlikely for Char to look cheery, but at this moment, his face was brimming with a smile, clearly joyful.


    This was because he could certainly consider this day a fruitful one.


    Apart from the white, fat larva in his bamboo basket, he was also carrying a bird that looked like a chicken in his hand.


    The bird resembled a chicken, but was much smaller, and its dull color did not obscure its brilliance, with beautiful, dazzling bright purple spots on its brown-gray feathers.

 Chapter 4: Star Worm, Green Skull Ghost Spider, and Lantern Firefly

    Chapter 4: Chapter 4: Star Worm, Green Skull Ghost Spider, and Lantern FireflyChar held a bird in his hand, and it was a Purple Quail.


    A common bird in the forests, it got its name from the purple azalea-like patterns on its body.


    The Purple Quail wasn''t a Demon Beast, just an ordinary animal.


    They were wary by nature, often moved in small flocks, and would quickly dive into the bushes at the slightest disturbance, adept at navigating the forest on foot, running rather than flying, though they were not slow when they did take to the air.


    All of this was told to him by the system.


    On the first day after he had crossed over, he had seen the Purple Quail and coveted them, trying to hunt them on several occasions.


    Alas, he hadn''t inherited any abilities from the body he occupied, and even though there were bows and arrows in the carriage, he couldn''t hit the mark.


    Direct shooting didn''t work, nor did trapping; the Purple Quail were too cautious and didn''t fall for it.


    After a few attempts, he gave up.


    Otherwise, not only would he fail to catch anything, but he would also have wasted time and energy for nothing.


    Today was purely a stroke of luck, as he saw seven or eight Purple Quails hidden in the bushes pecking at insects and grass seeds. Thinking to try his luck, he took aim and then flung his dagger like a throwing knife, and to his surprise, he actually nailed one.


    It was his first successful hunt, of course he was happy.


    Moreover, before crossing over, he couldn''t go without meat; every meal had to include it.


    Chicken, duck, pork, beef, or fish, as long as there was meat, that was fine; without it, he felt as if he hadn''t eaten at all.


    And how long had it been since he had eaten meat after crossing over?


    He could practically taste the birdiness fading from his mouth!


    Now that he could finally eat meat again, how could he not be happy and looking forward to it?


    Now Char couldn''t think of anything else; his mind was preoccupied with how he would cook the Purple Quail later.


    Just the thought made his mouth water.


    With one hand holding the Purple Quail and the other gripping a convenient stick he had chopped that afternoon, Char returned to the carriage.


    With a "creak," the wooden door opened and then closed.


    It was already twilight, and closing the door made the room even darker. The light from the Star Worm became noticeably brighter, like a floating lantern casting a soft golden glow, illuminating the space for Char.


    Not to mention, although the Star Worm didn''t have much fighting power, it was top-notch for consideration.


    Char didn''t need to say anything; it would proactively step forward to help with whatever was needed.


    Just then, a sudden intense light burst from the Star Worm.


    The sudden burst of golden light illuminated the entire carriage. The gold light shining through the holes and cracks looked like golden swords piercing out from within the carriage into the evening sky.


    ''What''s happening?''


    Char was taken aback, and before he could comprehend why the Star Worm had suddenly burst into light, he saw the shimmering Star Worm suddenly shoot upward, bringing the light with it in a swift motion.


    From the ceiling, a pitch-black shadow swooped down toward Char''s face, colliding with the soaring Star Worm.


    The Star Worm hit the wall, fell to the ground, and rolled several times, causing the light inside to flicker on and off repeatedly, as if a lantern had been knocked over.


    In that moment, the shadow took the opportunity to hide within the darker parts of the room, and Char had no idea where it had gone.


    Even so, Char still made the best decision on the spot.


    He immediately completed the task. Sear?h the n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    [Adventure Task]


    [Task One]: Larva Collector!


    [Task Description]: In life, the most important thing is to fill your stomach. To see the sun of tomorrow, go collect larva¡ªit''s the only way you have to satisfy your hunger, rookie!


    ```


    [Reward]: Praying Power ¡Á1.


    [Task Two]: Ah, the vigilant Purple Quail Partridge!


    [Task Description]: Didn''t expect you to actually succeed in capturing a Purple Quail Partridge, lucky you! But sometimes luck is poison, and next time you might not be so fortunate!


    [Reward]: Praying Power ¡Á2.


    This second task was automatically generated after he killed the Purple Quail Partridge.


    As Char''s thoughts moved, the two tasks immediately entered the settlement phase.


    From within the shrine radiated a golden light with stardust, and three strands of Praying Power formed, ten of which quickly converged into a small golden piece sparkling with starlight.


    ''I wish to make a Prayer with the Prayer Fragment!'' he inwardly cried out.


    Following his inner call, several patterns resembling ancient stone carvings immediately appeared at the center of his vision.


    At the same time, in the corner of his eye, a cluster of green ghost fire suddenly appeared.


    This revealed the attacker''s location.


    It wasn''t until this moment that Char could clearly see what had just attacked him.


    It was a large spider the size of a washbasin, resembling a black widow. The creature was pitch black with long hair, and had a green skull pattern on its enormous abdomen.


    At first glance, it was a sinister and crafty jungle killer with deadly venom!


    At this moment, the green skull pattern was glowing, and with this eerie green light, ghostly green fires appeared out of nowhere, morphing into skull shapes.


    A few sets of data appeared above the large spider.


    But in a life or death moment, where did Char have the time to read the Monster Introduction?


    He made his Prayer with the fastest speed, and from within the shrine burst forth a divine radiance. The golden starlight shot out like a bolt of lightning, reaching beyond the carriage, and landed on a Red Firefly.


    That was one of the Red Fireflies, a common animal Char had seen frequently in the past few days. Every evening the forest would teem with countless Red Fireflies darting back and forth, adding a dreamy hue to the night forest.


    When enveloped by the Praying Power, the Red Firefly immediately underwent a transformation.


    In a magnificent glow full of dreamy colors, the Red Firefly''s body markedly expanded.


    Originally, the Red Firefly was only the size of a grain of rice, much smaller than the Star Worm. But now, in the blink of an eye, its body length had exceeded ten centimeters and continued rapidly growing.


    A streak of red fire like a floating firefly shot across the window like lightning, striking the skull-shaped ghostly green fire, penetrating it instantly!


    The ghost fire burst apart, scattering into countless green glowing fireflies.


    However, at that moment, Char''s attention was not on the burst that scattered, turning into countless green fireflies of ghost fire.


    All his attention was seized by the second Magic Pet he had summoned!


    The flame that had entered through the broken window, after defeating the ghastly green ghost fire, did not continue onward with its momentum to crash against the carriage wall but instead took a sudden turn. It drew a beautiful red arc in the twilight, continuing towards the large spider in pursuit.


    Meanwhile, a set of data appeared before Char.


    [Lantern Firefly]


    [Attribute]: Strength 25, Defense 27, Agility 31, Constitution 23, Intelligence 26, Perception 21


    [Life Value]: 1863/1863


    [Magic Power]: 205/254


    [Skills]: Red Firefly (Level 1), True Red Thorn (Level 1)


    [Challenge Level]: 2


    [Introduction]: Lantern Fireflies are the lantern bearers of the forest and are also agile warriors with swift moves. They possess fine Fire Attribute Magic Ability, capable of releasing scorching flames from their lanterns. If you often walk in the forest at night, then the Lantern Firefly is undoubtedly an excellent companion.


    ```

 Chapter 5: Night Battle, Warrior-like Lantern Fireflies

    Chapter 5: Chapter 5: Night Battle, Warrior-like Lantern Fireflies''I''m saved!''


    This was the first thought that rose in Char''s mind.


    The Lantern Firefly''s Challenge Level reached 2, which, although considered an insignificant minor monster or trash mob in games or other fantasy adventures, here, it was certainly a powerful Demon Beast.


    To Char, it even qualified as a formidable guard.


    The combat capabilities of the Lantern Firefly were much stronger than those of the Star Worm, and stronger than the black spider that had attacked him.


    Even though the spider was fierce, the Star Worm could bump it backwards under fierce collisions, indicating that its strength was limited, with a maximum Challenge Level of only 1. Under the supervision of the Lantern Firefly, it could hardly stir up any trouble.


    ''From now on, starting a fire will be easy, no more need for friction fires!''


    This was the second thought that rose in Char''s mind.


    Being a transmigrator for only a few days, he had already grown exceedingly frustrated with the trouble of striking the flint countless times for every fire starting, each time having to strike until his hands felt sore and his head swollen to successfully ignite the tinder.


    Now, with the Lantern Firefly, if he ever needed to start a fire again, he merely needed to let the Lantern Firefly gently swing the "lantern" it held, which was even more convenient than a lighter.


    While Char was wildly imagining, the ethereal green ghost fire that wafted around was summoned by the lantern in the hands of the Lantern Firefly, drawn into the lantern like scattered green flame candles.


    The large spider clearly sensed the threat. It no longer focused on continuing its attack on Char; it immediately moved as if it were a shadowy figure running along eaves, reaching the window in the blink of an eye.


    But at that moment, the Lantern Firefly swung its lantern again, throwing the just absorbed green ghost fire back out.


    This green ghost fire, as if equipped with a tracking system, followed the spider relentlessly no matter how it tried to flee, tracing a lively and intricate trajectory in the dark room. The flames hit the spider before it could escape through the window.


    When the ghost fire hit its target, it dispersed like green fireflies, and amidst the spreading green flames, the large spider issued a miserable shriek.


    A perfect case of using one''s own methods against them!


    Char was dazzled and spellbound.


    However, the vitality of the large spider was beyond expectations; it did not die despite successive severe damages and, enduring the agonizing pain, it continued to flee.


    For the spider, as long as it could escape the carriage and burrow into the forest, there was still a sliver of a chance to live!


    But at that moment, the Lantern Firefly fully demonstrated its veteran warrior characteristics. It didn''t wait for the spider to jump out of the window but had already launched a series of attacks.


    A stream of fireflies crossed, a red light moving faster than the earlier flames, surged from the right window and instantly crossed inside the carriage.


    Like a streak of red light, it traversed the carriage.


    With a ''thud,'' a dull sound.


    Before Char could even see what exactly happened, the large spider was already pinned against the wooden wall.


    In its crazy shrieking and struggling, the eight long legs of the large spider just frantically twitched a bit before soon lying still.


    It was only by then that Char clearly saw the system introduction that surfaced on the large spider.


    [Green Skull Ghost Spider]


    [Skills]: Spit Silk (0 Circle), Poison Fang Invasion (0 Circle), Green Ghost Phosphorus Fire (1 Circle)


    [Challenge Level]: 1


    [Introduction]: Among the most common Primary Killers in the Florence Forest, the Green Skull Ghost Spider lurks by day and hunts at night, cunning by nature, preferring to attack its prey during the night. Besides using its poisonous fangs and spitting webs to trap its prey, it can also emit skull-shaped dismal green ghost fires, making it a highly efficient hunter. If you unluckily encounter a Green Skull Ghost Spider in the night woods, pray to the Moonlight Goddess Bai Ying or the Forest Goddess Melikai!


    Compared to the Star Worm, this Green Skull Ghost Spider''s system introduction lacks detailed data on attributes, Life Value, and Magic Power, but the Skills, Challenge Level, and Introduction are displayed, and the introduction is quite detailed.


    However, Char''s attention was not on this; his attention was completely drawn by two pieces of information indirectly revealed by the system.


    First, Florence Forest.


    Having transmigrated for several days now, he had always been unaware of how large this forest was or what it was called.


    There had finally been progress. It turned out that the forest was called "Florence Forest".


    But that was not the main point. The secondary crucial piece of information revealed in the introduction was about the Moonlight Goddess Bai Ying and Forest Goddess Melikai.


    This world indeed had divine beings!


    And it truly was a DND world!


    He was unfamiliar with the name Moonlight Goddess Bai Ying, but the name Forest Goddess Melikai was somewhat familiar to him.


    She was the Forest Goddess from the pantheon of the Forgotten Realms.


    However, all of these were still far away from him.


    He had only illuminated the side of the valley at the foothills, and how far away he was from exploring the entire Florence Forest was unknown!


    As for the gods?


    That was an even more unreachable matter.


    After quickly suppressing the surging thoughts in his mind, Char focused his attention on the Lantern Firefly.


    Unlike the Star Worm, the Lantern Firefly resembled a humanoid Magic Pet more, although it had the head, body, wings, and limbs of an insect; its body structure was closer to that of humans, somewhat like a Pok¨¦mon¡ªAmp Amplifikriket.


    However, compared to Amp Amplifikriket, the Lantern Firefly was more slender and had a colder demeanor with a brighter red surface. The firelight that shone on it looked like overflowing red fire.


    The Lantern Firefly was twenty centimeters long, not only far exceeding the Star Worm but also somewhat bigger than the Green Skull Ghost Spider.


    Its membranous wings vibrated rapidly behind it, like two dark red shadows, allowing the Lantern Firefly to hover in mid-air.


    However, the most eye-catching part of the Lantern Firefly was its two hands.


    The end of its left hand had morphed into a chain-like structure that hung downward; the chain resembled the antennae of a longhorn beetle¡ªsegmented, thicker at the top and slightly thinner at the bottom.


    At the bottom, a spherical hollow lantern was hanging, inside which a candle-like red flame burned quietly. The previously attracted Green Ghost Phosphorus Fire was merging with the candle flame, tinting the red flame with flecks of phosphorus green.


    There was a protrusion on the back of the Lantern Firefly''s right hand, embedded with a needle that emitted a blazing red glow, resembling an antique stabbing sword.


    It was this stabbing sword that had pierced the body of the Green Skull Ghost Spider, nailing it to the wooden board.


    Of course, the fact that the Lantern Firefly could kill the Green Skull Ghost Spider with one sword strike was also greatly aided by that strike of "Red Firefly Light".


    With a lantern in one hand and a sword in the other, the Lantern Firefly seemed like a night watchman in the forest at night, guarding the safety of the night.


    At this moment, Char finally remembered something: the situation of the Star Worm was still unclear!


    Just now, the Star Worm had collided fiercely with the Green Skull Ghost Spider in order to save him. Although its Defense Value was high, the gap in strength with the Green Skull Ghost Spider was evident. After such a fierce collision, who knew if it had been injured?


    Char quickly went forward to check.


    Fortunately, by then the Star Worm had also regained its strength, emitting a faint light and shakily rising back into the air, flying towards Char.


    Char immediately summoned the panel of the Star Worm¡ªobviously, checking the panel was more telling than using the naked eye.


    [Star Worm]


    [Attributes]: Strength 3, Defense 25, Agility 18, Constitution 7, Intelligence 8, Perception 12 sea??h th§× n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    [Life Value]: 68/72


    [Magic Power]: 3/7


    [Skills]: Blazing Light (1st Circle)


    [Challenge Level]: 1/4


    [Introduction]: In order to protect its master, the Star Worm had exceeded its limits, and its strength had increased. It was no longer the weakest existence in the forest. However, this was not very impressive¡ªas now the Star Worm still appeared as food in the eyes of other Demon Beasts.

 Chapter 6: A Sense of Security, A Surge in Combat Power

    Chapter 6: Chapter 6: A Sense of Security, A Surge in Combat Power!!!


    Char''s eyes lit up with surprise and delight.


    Star Worm''s strength had quietly improved!


    Its Challenge Level had risen from 0 to 1/4. Although it was still trivial, it was enough to surprise Char.


    A 1/4 Challenge Level¡ªits combat power was no worse than his own. S§×ar?h the n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    In Char''s current predicament, any increase in combat power could provide a bit more security for his life.


    After the surprise, Char began to carefully check Star Worm''s panel.


    Star Worm''s Life Value wasn''t full, indicating that its self-sacrificing charge had indeed caused it some damage.


    Luckily, Star Worm hadn''t lost much blood.


    This was probably thanks to Star Worm''s strong Defense¡ªeven without Defense Skills, its innate Defense was still very useful in preserving its life.


    That Star Worm wasn''t seriously injured was a great relief to Char.


    Besides, there was a slight increase in Star Worm''s attributes; both Life Value and Magic Power had noticeable improvements.


    Naturally, what was even more important was that the original skill "Sunshine Glow" had disappeared.


    In its place was another skill¡ª"Blazing Light"!


    This was a Level 1 Skill!


    Clearly, "Blazing Light" was an advanced version of "Sunshine Glow," directly replacing it.


    Char then glanced at the detailed introduction of "Blazing Light," and he was quite satisfied with what he found.


    The Level 0 "Sunshine Glow" could barely count as a trick and did no damage, but the Level 1 "Blazing Light" was genuine magic with certain Attack Power and combat effects, definitely not useless during a battle.


    Although "Blazing Light" didn''t have direct lethal power, it could cause the target to fall into a brief state of "Blindness."


    That was enough¡ªit could play a significant supporting role in combat.


    If "Blazing Light" had appeared before he obtained Lantern Firefly, it wouldn''t have been of much help. With a lack of main attackers on his side, even if Star Worm could blind the enemy, what good would it do? Nobody could seize that fleeting opportunity.


    Count on him?


    He wasn''t even shooting arrows smoothly now!


    But with "Blazing Light" appearing after he had acquired Lantern Firefly, it became quite useful. With Lantern Firefly''s strength, combined with Star Worm''s "Blindness" spell, they could definitely execute a quick kill on the enemy!


    Glimmering with a pale golden light, Star Worm flew circles around Char, as if to show him it was not seriously hurt.


    At that moment, Char''s heart softened.


    A smile involuntarily spread across his face as he reached out to catch Star Worm, gently rubbing its head with his finger.


    He owed a lot to Star Worm tonight. Without its selfless attack, he would likely have died here, and in this world, death wasn''t the end.


    After dying, he would become a pitiful unbeliever''s wraith, pasted onto the Wall of Wailing of the death god.


    Or he might even fall into Hell, to be devoured by demons.


    Feeling Char''s caress, Star Worm seemed very happy, its eyes squinting into slits like a contented kitten, gently nudging Char''s finger, showing a pleased and comfortable demeanor.


    "Thump," another dull sound¡ªthe Green Skull Ghost Spider hit the floor and rolled over.


    It turned out that Lantern Firefly had retracted its right hand''s True Red Thorn.


    With the withdrawal of the True Red Thorn, the Green Skull Ghost Spider naturally fell accordingly.


    Lantern Firefly flew in front of Char, and like a classical knight, it dipped slightly and made a courteous bow to him.


    Char was both shocked and delighted, hastily asking it not to bow.


    Tonight he had two lifesavers, one was the Star Worm, and the other was the Lantern Firefly.


    If not for the Star Worm''s desperate protection of its master during the Green Skull Ghost Spider''s first attack, he would have died before he even had the chance to make a Prayer and summon the Lantern Firefly.


    And without the Lantern Firefly, even if the Star Worm had saved him once, he wouldn''t have escaped the Green Skull Ghost Spider''s subsequent attacks.


    Looking at the Lantern Firefly, which resembled a Lantern Warrior, a smile Char couldn''t hide spread across his face.


    The Lantern Firefly''s Challenge Level was only 2, which, converted to the levels in "Mobile Castle¡¤Fantasy Forest", was roughly level 10. In any world, it would be considered a minor creature among minor creatures.


    Which hero wouldn''t clear out hundreds, if not thousands, of such minor creatures?


    In a game, no player would take notice of creatures at this level¡ªexcept perhaps for their attractive appearance, which might draw in some fans of aesthetics.


    But in reality, the Lantern Firefly suddenly gave Char a significant boost in confidence:


    For the first time since he crossed over, Char had a sense of security.


    Although the Lantern Firefly was still a ways off from his ideal combat power, it was enough to handle most dangers, as long as he didn''t wander off aimlessly.


    The stars flickered by.


    Suddenly, the Star Worm flew towards the corpse of the Green Skull Ghost Spider and landed on its abdomen, which bore the pattern of a green skull.


    Then, the Star Worm''s body started flickering like a star, now bright, now dim.


    Suddenly, a glow lit up, and the skull pattern on the abdomen of the Green Skull Ghost Spider flared back to life.


    This immediately put the Lantern Firefly on alert. Amidst the buzzing sound of its wing membrane vibrations, the Lantern Firefly dashed beside the Green Skull Ghost Spider, its right hand''s Stabbing Sword drawn once more, its ten-centimeter-long fiery red light needle incredibly conspicuous in the darkness.


    But clearly, it wasn''t that the Green Skull Ghost Spider had come back to life.


    The green skull pattern on the spider''s abdomen started to flicker like the Star Worm, brightening and dimming as if it was breathing.


    Char watched the strange occurrence with the corpse of the Green Skull Ghost Spider and showed a look of surprise, then his expression changed, revealing even greater astonishment.


    Because in his vision, there was a slight change to the Star Worm''s interface; its weakest attribute¡ªStrength¡ªhad increased by one point, reaching 4.


    ''This...''


    ''Is the Star Worm absorbing the Green Skull Ghost Spider''s strength?''


    Char was both shocked and pleased.


    He hadn''t expected the Star Worm''s strength to improve just now, and blink of an eye it had improved again.


    He had just been worrying about how to handle and utilize the corpse of the Green Skull Ghost Spider.


    The body of a Demon Beast was obviously worth much more than a Purple Quail or a Golden Beetle Larva.


    Even if the Green Skull Ghost Spider was just a low-level Demon Beast with a Challenge Level of 1.


    But he had no relevant experience, and the Green Skull Ghost Spider clearly contained deadly poison.


    Improperly handling it, if he wasn''t careful, he might get poisoned to death before reaping any benefits.


    Now, however, the Star Worm could actually draw strength from the Green Skull Ghost Spider to enhance itself.


    Looking at the twinkling Star Worm, Char showed a pensive expression.


    Considering it now, the Star Worm was indeed a bit unusual.


    It was conspicuously weak, with an initial Challenge Level of only 0, probably weaker than even the weakest of Demon Beasts.


    This was illogical, especially when the Star Worm was the result of a Prayer.

 Chapter 7 - 7 The Extraordinary Potential of the Star Worm

    Chapter 7: Chapter 7 The Extraordinary Potential of the Star WormAs a game that focuses on summoning and training Pet Beasts, it''s impossible to design a completely useless Pet Beast.


    Even if you divide Magic Pets into different tiers to entice players to spend money, you can''t design the lowest tier Magic Pets to be utterly useless in battle.


    This would cause players to dislike it, which doesn''t make business sense.


    Even the worst Magic Pet must have some usefulness, right?


    Looking good doesn''t count.


    This was also why he had been so eager to accumulate Praying Power before.


    Because in Char''s view, even if he was extremely unlucky and got the weakest Magic Pet, it should have a Challenge Level of 1, which could at least ensure his safety to some extent.


    Unexpectedly, the system didn''t play by the usual rules and not only did it provide a Monster that wasn''t even in the guidebook, but it was also so weak that it had no combat power at all!


    This was clearly not reasonable.


    So, the Star Worm was an exception.


    And now, the exception was finally showing its unique feature.


    The Star Worm seemed to be able to absorb energy from Magic Creatures'' corpses to level itself up!


    How is that any different from absorbing Experience?


    Before this, Char had often complained about why the transcendent gods let him cross over and even gave him a panel, but didn''t give him the golden finger to level up and harvest experience by defeating monsters.


    Now, the transcendent gods had finally made up for it.


    Although this golden finger didn''t directly fall on his head and wasn''t shared with all Magic Pets, but only landed on the Star Worm, even so, Char was pleasantly surprised.


    This meant that the Star Worm had transformed from the weakest, least potential Magic Pet into the one with the highest growth potential, quickest strength improvement, and the highest potential!


    The golden light and green light flickered in the dark room, alternating brightness and dimness, more like fireflies than the Lantern Fireflies, flickering like the tail lights of fireflies.


    And in this alternating light, the Star Worm''s attributes continued to grow slowly...


    At that moment, Char thought of something and turned to run out of the carriage.


    The Lantern Firefly, like a loyal guard, immediately fluttered its wings to follow.


    After rushing out of the carriage, Char quickly went to Old Ma''s side and, finding that Old Ma was alright, he breathed a sigh of relief.


    He had suddenly thought, since the Green Skull Ghost Spider was hiding in the carriage trying to ambush him, could it have already attacked Old Ma?


    After all, to the Green Skull Ghost Spider, he was prey, and so was Old Ma, no difference; both could provide a long feast.


    Although Old Ma seemed fine and nothing unusual when he and the Star Worm entered the carriage, neither he nor the Star Worm had expected an attack then, so how could they have foreseen and carefully checked Old Ma''s condition beforehand?


    When they entered, there were indeed no unusual signs; Old Ma was still standing and hadn''t fallen.


    But who knew if the Green Skull Ghost Spider had already attacked Old Ma at that time? Perhaps it had paralyzed Old Ma with its venom, which is why he could still stand?


    Fortunately, it seemed that the Green Skull Ghost Spider hadn''t attacked Old Ma. sea??h th§× N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    If something had happened to Old Ma, he really wouldn''t know if that would affect the castle''s upgrade.


    Luckily, Old Ma was fine.


    Reassured, Char looked at Old Ma, who appeared carefree as he busily munched on grass, and couldn''t help but feel a mix of laughter and tears.


    This old, dim-sighted, foolish horse, the Green Skull Ghost Spider had sneaked into the carriage, and yet he remained blissfully unaware and kept eating!


    ''Ordinary animals are really not as clever as Magic Pets.''


    Watching the Lantern Firefly who had come out with him out of concern for him, Char couldn''t help but think to himself.


    Soon, he was back inside the carriage.


    By then, the Star Worm had already absorbed the power of the Green Skull Ghost Spider.


    The originally vivid skeleton pattern on the abdomen of the Green Skull Ghost Spider had turned dull and lusterless, and its previously plump body had become shriveled and wrinkled, as if all its essence had been sucked away.


    Char glanced at the Star Worm, whose panel data had now changed to this:


    [Star Worm]


    [Attribute]: Strength 6, Defense 25, Agility 18, Constitution 10, Intelligence 9, Perception 13


    [Life Value]: 114/114


    [Magic Power]: 13/13


    [Skills]: Blazing Light (Level 1)


    [Challenge Level]: 1/2


    [Introduction]: The once weakest of magic creatures, the Star Worm seems to have awakened some incredible ability, making a significant enhancement in its strength. What heights might the Star Worm reach in the future? "Incarnation of the stars" might not just be an empty phrase.


    An undeniable surprise flickered across Char''s eyes.


    The strength of the Star Worm had indeed increased again.


    The two strongest attributes, Defense and Agility, had not changed, but Strength, Constitution, Intelligence, and Perception had all increased.


    More noticeable were the Life Value and Magic Power, both of which had significantly increased, and the damage previously sustained had fully recovered, and the consumed Magic Power had almost been restored.


    There was no change in skills; it still had only the "Blazing Light" skill.


    But it was foreseeable that now when the Star Worm used "Blazing Light," the effect would be much better than before.


    All the changes combined had significantly enhanced the fighting power of the Star Worm.


    Its Challenge Level had instantly reached 1/2.


    From Level 0 to 1/4, then from 1/4 to 1/2, such progress seemed clumsy, almost like "trying to practice magic in a snail''s shell," a bit shabby.


    All that enhancing, and it was only at Level 1/2; encountering even a slightly stronger Demon Beast could easily crush it.


    But for Char, this was already thrilling enough.


    As long as the Star Worm kept improving, it wouldn''t be long before its strength escalated, and perhaps in the later stages, the Star Worm might become the highest-level Magic Pet he owned.


    Besides, a half Challenge Level wasn''t so weak after all.


    You should know that in the DND world, creatures like Alan Kola Eagle Man, Withered Needle Monster, Mad Frogman, and Timid Demon have only about 1/4 Challenge Level, still less than the current Star Worm.


    Char placed the corpse of the Green Skull Ghost Spider in the bottom drawer of the cupboard.


    Afterward, he dared not cook food over a fire anymore.


    Because he had already searched all the nearby larvae over the past few days, this time he had to travel a bit farther to gather larvae, causing him to return a bit late, after the sun had already set.


    In a world without extraordinary power, lighting a fire outdoors isn''t a big deal; an open flame can even help drive away wild animals, but lighting a fire at night in a fantasy world''s wilderness forest is a very dangerous thing.


    Because an open flame might likely attract Demon Beasts.


    Initially, he had hoped against hope, thinking, "The sun has just set, it''s not completely night yet; if I act quickly enough and roast the Purple Quail quickly, surely there should be no problem?"


    Having just survived an attack, he no longer dared to be so hopeful and had to go hungry.

 Chapter 8: Annoying Mosquitoes, The Weakest Transmigrator in History

    Chapter 8: Chapter 8: Annoying Mosquitoes, The Weakest Transmigrator in HistoryChar placed the Purple Partridge and the collected larvae properly, then closed the doors and windows and lay on his makeshift wooden bed the size of a camp cot, pulling dried leaves over himself.


    These were for warmth, as the temperature difference between day and night in the Florence Forest was substantial, and without a blanket, he could only rely on the dried leaves for insulation.


    Using dried leaves for warmth might seem dirty and disheveled, but it was surprisingly effective.


    He had learned this method from watching survival videos in the past, never imagining he would one day actually use it.


    The Star Worm settled on Char''s chest, and the Lantern Firefly flew to the head of the bed.


    Looking at the two Magic Pets, a smile involuntarily spread across Char''s face.


    He touched the Star Worm, which had clearly grown larger, and glanced at the Lantern Firefly, sitting at the head of the bed with its lantern, then Char comfortably closed his eyes.


    But having just experienced a life-threatening danger, his body and mind were still active; how could he fall asleep so easily?


    Although he told himself it was time to sleep, Char''s thoughts involuntarily drifted away.


    After transitioning from a game to reality, the Prayer System had indeed undergone certain changes.


    In the game, the Magic Pets obtained through Prayer were summoned out of thin air, and the types of Magic Pets were limited to those designed by their studio¡ªalthough for the sake of the game''s playability and richness, the studio had designed nearly two hundred types of Magic Pets.


    But now, Magic Pets had become real animals transformed under the influence of Praying Power.


    At least, the two recruited so far¡ªthe Star Worm and the Lantern Firefly¡ªwere such.


    Like the Lantern Firefly, it was clearly transformed from a Red Firefly, while what the Star Worm had transformed from, Char had not actually seen clearly at the time.


    But judging by the name of the Star Worm, it was also likely some kind of insect.


    Perhaps, some kind of ladybug?


    In any case, neither the Star Worm nor the Lantern Firefly was a Magic Pet from "Mobile Castle¡¤Fantasy Forest" or a Demon Beast from the DND world.


    This actually posed a problem¡ªChar didn''t know what the two would become after evolving.


    If they were Magic Pets from "Mobile Castle¡¤Fantasy Forest," then he could definitely know what the opponents would look like after the first and second evolutions and what Skills they would possess.


    This would give him a certain Prophet''s advantage.


    However, not knowing now didn''t matter much; it wasn''t a big deal.


    Whether or not he could know in advance what the Star Worm and Lantern Firefly would become after evolving, this did not hinder their strength because each evolution was a qualitative upgrade for the Magic Pets.


    Not only would their combat power surge, but their potential would also greatly increase.


    After letting his thoughts wander for a while, Char finally felt a bit sleepy, but within a few minutes, he suddenly sat up, looking quite exasperated. S§×arch* The nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Because the insects in the room were simply too many! Too annoying!


    The noise made his mind frustrated and restless, making it impossible to fall asleep.


    There was no helping it; he was in the forest, a paradise for insects, and this dilapidated carriage was not exactly airtight, so even with the wooden planks, there were a lot of insects in the room.


    Not only were there those that flew, but also those that crawled.


    All things considered, conservatively estimated, there had to be hundreds of insects in the room.


    The problem of insects had been troubling him for several days, and on the first night after transmigrating, he hadn''t slept at all.


    Only in the following few days, because he was just so tired and sleepy, did he manage to fall asleep unwillingly.


    Luckily he was a Half-Elf, with half Elf blood in his veins, causing him to emit a light fragrance of herbs and wood.


    It was because of this herb and wood fragrance that most insects wouldn''t bite him; otherwise, he would have been drained dry by the dense swarm of insects in the forest just two days earlier.


    Star Worm and Lantern Firefly sensed Char''s agitation, and also perceived the source of his distress, immediately taking action.


    Suddenly, Star Worm ascended, emitting a faint golden light, like a pale gold star chasing and driving away the swarm of insects.


    Lantern Firefly seized the moment, transforming into a swordsman of exceptional skill, with red light flashing and quickly returning, the insects became mere souls under the sword in a single rise and fall, without even leaving a corpse behind.


    The True Red Thorn unsheathed on Lantern Firefly''s back hand had a scorching temperature, cutting down tiny mosquitoes, which burned up instantly, naturally leaving no corpses.


    Following that, Lantern Firefly launched several more attacks, eliminating a few more mosquitoes.


    But the efficiency was too low.


    Against the Green Skull Ghost Spider, Lantern Firefly could achieve instant kills, but it struggled somewhat with the messy mosquitoes and moths.


    It could kill, but compared to the number of insects, the few Lantern Firefly managed to kill were too few.


    Star Worm was about the same, its efficiency even worse.


    Because its speed wasn''t as good as Lantern Firefly''s, nor did it have decent conventional attack methods like Lantern Firefly.


    At this rate, for Lantern Firefly and Star Worm to completely exterminate the insects in the house, it would probably take until dawn, and he couldn''t bear to let Lantern Firefly and Star Worm hunt and drive away insects all night just for his own temporary comfort.


    "Forget it, let it be,"


    Char called for Star Worm and Lantern Firefly to stop, yet his heart couldn''t stop crying out: Is there anyone more miserable than him among transmigrators? Which transmigrator would have mosquitoes and bites become a problem after transmigration?


    After calling the two magic pets back to his side, Char endured the buzzing of mosquitoes, the fluttering of moths, the strange feeling of insects crawling over his skin, and the bites from unidentified insects, and barely managed to fall asleep.


    ...


    The mountain breeze was gentle, and the morning sunlight scattered down.


    "Just like that! Lantern Firefly!"


    Char''s loud voice broke the tranquility of the forest.


    Lantern Firefly, holding a bird egg in both hands, flew down from the tree canopy, Char received the egg with joy and placed it in a bamboo basket.


    He had woken up early today, awakened by hunger.


    However, since his transmigration, he had been waking up quite early.


    In his past life, he had only woken up that early during his student days, and even then, only in high school, and was not as early at other times.


    As for after starting work?


    That was even later, with waking times usually around eight or nine in the morning.


    But after transmigration, it was different, with no entertainment activities at night, all he could do was sleep early.


    Early to bed, naturally he woke up early too.


    Upon waking, he couldn''t wait to roast the Purple Quail Partridge, even going so far as to fashion a few skewers, threading the larvae onto them as well to roast.


    One man and two insects, all sharing the meal.


    Star Worm actually had no need to eat though it would occasionally catch a small insect to taste or sip some plant juice.


    But in reality, it didn''t need to eat to sustain its life, it just needed to bask in the sunlight, moonlight, and starlight to gain its energy.


    However, in Char''s view, good things should be shared.


    How could he and Lantern Firefly feast while Star Worm just watched?

 Chapter 9: Collecting Bird Eggs, White Cotton Rabbit and the Soaring Hunting Efficiency

    Chapter 9: Chapter 9: Collecting Bird Eggs, White Cotton Rabbit and the Soaring Hunting EfficiencyAfter enjoying his first barely sumptuous breakfast since crossing over, Char set off with Lantern Firefly and Star Worm in search of food for the coming days.


    But this time, his spirit was completely different.


    No longer carrying a look of distress, his expression was no longer filled with vigilance like a startled partridge, but instead, he was much more relaxed and his steps quickened. Walking through the woods, his strides even carried a sense of liveliness.


    He had become noticeably brighter.


    All of these changes stemmed from the presence of Lantern Firefly.


    Originally, his life was precarious, and every day was spent worrying about survival.


    Not only was his safety constantly threatened, but even encountering a Demon Beast of Challenge Level 1/2 or above could be fatal. Moreover, he had no leisure time, as he had to spend a significant amount of his day and energy on finding food.


    After a whole day, he had no time for anything other than foraging for food.


    Even then, the food he was able to find was just enough to stave off hunger.


    Merely staying alive consumed all his strength.


    Now, it was different. The appearance of Lantern Firefly not only ensured his basic safety but also made obtaining food much easier.


    Whether it was hunting partridges, rabbits, wild chickens, or digging out eggs, Lantern Firefly could do it easily and much more efficiently than he ever could.


    Just like now.


    Char held an oak bow in one hand and received an egg with a delighted expression in the other.


    Now, he no longer had to eat insects and had plenty of spare time to do other things.


    That''s why he brought along his bow and arrow this time.


    The bow and arrow weren''t products of Prayer¡ªeager to amass enough Praying Power to recruit a Magic Pet as soon as possible, he hadn''t wasted any Praying Power after praying for some essentials at the beginning.


    The bow and arrow had belonged to the original body and were kept in the carriage.


    The original body must have had the adventurer Profession, likely an archer or a Ranger, but the Level couldn''t have been high, probably just two or three.


    However, he didn''t inherit the original body''s memory, nor its Profession, so he had to start from scratch.


    Before, all his energy was spent on filling his belly, and he couldn''t afford to plan for anything else.


    Now, there was much to catch up on.


    The top priority was to ensure he had some self-defense capabilities.


    If he had the strength of a Level 2 Ranger or Level 3 Ranger last night, how could the Green Skull Ghost Spider have been so arrogant?


    Even if he had merely been a Level 1 Ranger, last night wouldn''t have been so perilous.


    He might not have been able to defeat it, but couldn''t he have dodged it?


    At least he wouldn''t have stood there so foolishly, utterly unresponsive like he did last night.


    In short, he needed to enhance his strength quickly; otherwise, even with a multitude of powerful Magic Pets at his disposal, he couldn''t guarantee his own safety because he himself was the most fatal weakness.


    Soon, Lantern Firefly flew down with another egg.


    He didn''t know what bird this egg came from, but it was about the size of a chicken egg. The size alone made it appetizing¡ªthe shell was greenish with speckles.


    Star Worm was fluttering joyfully nearby.


    It always seemed so happy.


    "How many eggs are left in the nest?"


    Two more were left.


    Lantern Firefly gestured.


    "That''s enough, let''s move on!"


    Char left a pair of eggs for the bird parents and continued on his journey with Lantern Firefly and Star Worm.


    He soon found a white, fluffy and curled-up rabbit in the grass.


    The system indicated it was a "white cotton rabbit," not a Demon Beast, just an ordinary animal, frail and alert, with an exceedingly fast escape speed.


    Additionally, the fur of the white cotton rabbit was as soft as that of a sheep.


    Lantern Firefly was ready to strike, while Char silently drew his oak bow, took aim with bated breath, and then released his hand.


    With a "whoosh," the arrow landed less than a meter away from the white cotton rabbit. Startled, the rabbit immediately fled, its white form disappearing into the bushes with astonishing speed.


    Being prepared, Lantern Firefly immediately gave chase, and Char also ran forward, pulling out the arrow, a trace of surprise lingering on his face.


    Elves are renowned for their superior arrow technique, each one a natural-born archer, and as a Half-Elf, Char too had inherited part of the Elves'' bow and arrow talent.


    Even though he had never touched bow and arrow before, and with no one to instruct him, relying only on his own exploration, he quickly got the hang of it.


    He believed that it wouldn''t be long before he could start anew.


    The more troublesome close combat, compared to archery, was much more complicated, and without instruction, he was completely clueless by himself.


    Before long, Lantern Firefly returned with the corpse of the white cotton rabbit.


    Given the strength of Lantern Firefly, capturing a white cotton rabbit, which wasn''t even a Demon Beast, was naturally easy, with little chance of failure.


    Char took the white cotton rabbit, tied it to his waist, and then continued hunting.


    When the man and his two pets returned to the carriage, he had one white cotton rabbit, two Purple Quails, five Buntings, and one partridge egg¡ªa bountiful harvest that would feed them for two or three meals, and all this took less than a morning.


    In that morning, Char not only obtained ample food but also gained a good amount of Praying Power, which came from first-time kills.


    But that wasn''t urgent; first, he needed to fill his stomach.


    Char took his prey to the lakeside and proceeded with the process: bleeding, plucking, skinning, gutting, and washing the innards. After preparing the meat, he washed the removed skins and feathers, not discarding any of it. S§×arch* The ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    The system had already introduced that the fur of the white cotton rabbit was similar to sheep''s, and he could keep it to make a coat.


    The feathers were almost the same, also useful, and could be made into things like fans.


    His resources were scarce, and he had to be economical.


    So even the inedible innards that he dug out, Char did not throw away.


    If they weren''t for eating, they could be used as fertilizer; indeed, it was about time he started gardening.


    Back by the carriage, Char first cut off half of the rabbit and skewered the five Buntings. Then, with a gentle swing of Lantern Firefly''s lantern, a flame flew out, landing on the pile of firewood and quickly igniting.


    It was incredibly convenient!


    Char couldn''t help but feel, once again, how greatly Lantern Firefly''s help had meant to him.


    Soon, the pure scent of meat spread, whetting Char''s appetite.


    Though lacking seasoning and spices, the aroma of the roasted meat alone was enough to tantalize.


    While roasting, Char also held a ladle for scooping water, quickly catching any drops of fat that threatened to fall.


    He was no longer short on food, as Lantern Firefly''s hunting efficiency was countless times higher than his own. Small animals like partridges, rabbits, and sparrows were easy pickings, and even medium-sized animals such as wild boars and deer were within Lantern Firefly''s ability to hunt, so he wouldn''t be lacking in meat.


    However, daily necessities such as firewood, rice, oil, salt, soy sauce, vinegar, tea, and various other items were still scarce.


    For instance, cooking oil.


    The thought of plant oil would have to wait; whether through growing and extracting his own or trading with the outside world, it wasn''t something that could be achieved anytime soon.


    Therefore, he had to collect animal fats.


    After roasting half of the rabbit, Char also roasted the five Buntings, and then buried a few bird eggs in the ashes.


    Then, he feasted heartily. By the time he finished eating the rabbit and the Bunting meat, the bird eggs had been roasted as well.


    The irresistible aroma of the roasted bird eggs made his mouth water.


    Char and Star Worm couldn''t wait despite the heat, eagerly eating the eggs, while only Lantern Firefly maintained its usual calm and slowly ate a little.

 Chapter 10 - 10 Prayer, Plant Stele

    Chapter 10: Chapter 10 Prayer, Plant SteleInside the carriage, within the shrine, seven sacred streams of splendid, starry golden light flickered dazzlingly, hovering over the stone slab engraved with the pattern of a Wish Bottle.


    Char stood before the shrine, his expression somewhat conflicted.


    With the remaining Praying Power from before and the Praying Power he had just earned from completing his task, there were now seven strands of Praying Power in the shrine.


    At present, he could earn about five strands of Praying Power from one day''s tasks.


    Which meant, by tomorrow, he would be able to recruit another Magic Pet.


    But now, with Lantern Firefly already in his possession, the urgency to continue recruiting Magic Pets had lessened.


    With Lantern Firefly''s protection, his personal safety was now basically secured; he was no longer a fragile being who could perish at the slightest stir of wind or grass.


    If he were to recruit another Magic Pet, first of all, it might not be as strong as Lantern Firefly.


    Secondly, even if the new Magic Pet was as strong as Lantern Firefly, or even stronger, it wouldn''t be of much significance.


    For example, if Lantern Firefly could help him fend off seventy percent of lethal threats, then adding another Magic Pet, even one stronger than Lantern Firefly, would not raise this probability to ninety percent.


    At most, it would just add a few percentage points. And what''s the difference between seventy-something percent and seventy percent? S§×ar?h the N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Therefore, unless Char could recruit a Magic Pet far stronger than Lantern Firefly, it would not be very meaningful.


    But the chances of recruiting a Magic Pet far stronger than Lantern Firefly in one try were too small, almost non-existent.


    Given this, why not slow down and use the Praying Power to improve his own life first?


    Laziness is human nature; once basic survival needs are met, people start to pursue other things, and Char was no exception.


    Moreover, he was not plotting for luxury but seriously strategizing¡ªhe needed to figure out a way to get some vegetables!


    Since his arrival, he had not eaten any leafy greens.


    Gathering wild vegetables and fruits was unrealistic; although the system would inform him which animals were edible, it never showed which plants were safe.


    So he dared not to pick and eat at random¡ªwhat if they were poisonous?


    Not eating fresh vegetables wouldn''t be a problem in the short term, but over time, it could cause trouble.


    Therefore, he had to start planting some vegetables.


    Thinking this, the hesitation on Char''s face dissipated, replaced by a look of determination.


    A few phantom, ancient stone slabs appeared; Char scanned past the first few slabs and finally stopped at one engraved with various plants.


    Looking at this stone slab, a strange light passed through Char''s eyes.


    This plant-engraved stone slab was not part of his plan. In "Mobile Castle¡¤Fantasy Forest," Prayer could only yield four things: Magic Pets, equipment, blueprints, and materials.


    Magic Pets need no further mention; they are the cornerstone of the game.


    Equipment is mainly for the players and their Magic Pets to wear, enhancing attributes and adding Skills.


    Of course, it''s uncertain whether it would still be applicable here.


    In the game, it''s normal for Magic Pets to carry equipment, but in a real-world context, Demon Beasts carrying equipment would be rather odd.


    Then there are blueprints, mainly used for remodeling and upgrading the Castle. Objects and facilities added to the Castle must first be won through Prayer before they can be constructed. In the later stages, it''s even possible to build Flying Devices with blueprints.


    Finally, there are materials, which are mainly used for the upgrading of Magic Pets and the Castle.


    The stone slab before him, filled with carvings of plants, was an unexpected addition.


    As one of the strands of Praying Power erupted in a burst of golden light.


    The golden light, imbued with starry sparkles, instantly illuminated the entire shrine. When the glow faded, a small pile of seeds had appeared on the altar.


    Above the seeds, a few lines of text emerged.


    [Centaurea seeds]


    [Introduction]: Centaurea, a common annual or biennial herbaceous plant, gets its name from its flowers that shoot out like arrows in all directions, forming a wheel-like radiance. It blooms in blue or purple and is quite beautiful. These are Centaurea seeds, which, if planted properly, will soon yield a vast sea of Centaurea blooms.


    Char''s face lit up with excitement: It really works this way!


    When he saw the slab engraved with various plants, he guessed that this stone was for praying for plants¡ªa stone for praying for animals, and one for praying for plants, which made sense.


    Although he didn''t get the vegetable or fruit seeds he wanted but rather ornamental and horticultural flower seeds, Char was still very thrilled.


    This not only resolved the source of vegetable and fruit seeds but also meant he could obtain many magic plants in the future.


    After all, he was just making a wish with Praying Power for now; it was normal to only get ordinary plants. What if he made a wish with a Prayer Fragment later?


    Soon, Char began his second prayer.


    The sacred Prayer Light once again filled the shrine, and after the light dispersed, some Lily of the Valley Seeds appeared on the altar.


    This time, Char struggled to maintain his smile.


    It was good that he could get a variety of plants, but he needed vegetables right now, so why keep getting him useless flower seeds?


    He didn''t have the heart to plant them!


    For a moment, Char felt the impulse to use up all his remaining Praying Power in one go.


    He didn''t believe he wouldn''t get what he wanted!


    But in the end, he calmed down, took a deep breath, and tried once more.


    The resplendent golden Prayer Light shone once again, and a small pile of seeds appeared on the slab.


    [beet seeds]


    Introduction: Beet, a common biennial or perennial herbaceous plant with a large, bulbous rootstock that somewhat resembles a short, purple-pink radish, is often used for sugar production. These are beet seeds.


    Reading the system''s introduction, Char cheered inwardly.


    Although beets were primarily for sugar, they were at least edible and could completely be used as vegetables.


    So, Char pressed on, praying once again.


    Perhaps carrying on his recent stroke of good luck, this time he wished for some tomato seeds.


    Compared to beets, tomatoes were truly proper vegetables.


    With two vegetables secured for now, Char quit while he was ahead, refraining from praying for more seeds.


    What if he got more flower seeds?


    With a thought, several slabs reappeared; this time, he landed on the equipment slab. Before he could start praying, a sour smell assaulted his nostril.


    In that moment, Char felt as if his entire body was emitting a sour stench, and he was sticky all over, causing unbearable discomfort.


    There was no helping it; he had only this one set of clothes, and in this season, the Florence Forest was muggy, causing his clothes to go from wet to dry countless times throughout the day.


    Even though he cleaned them in the stream several times a day, after a few days, the clothes had begun to smell.


    He hadn''t noticed before because his mind was preoccupied with how to survive. He wasn''t paying attention to this.


    Now that his basic survival needs were met, the odor on him suddenly became overpowering, and he couldn''t wait to change into clean clothes.

 Chapter 11 - 11 The Deer Hunter, Brown-tailed Roe Deer

    Chapter 11: Chapter 11 The Deer Hunter, Brown-tailed Roe DeerWhen Char used up the last three strands of Praying Power, he received two tops and a pair of pants.


    ''Finally, some clothes to change into.''


    Looking at the simple yet clean clothes and pants in front of him, Char''s expression was joyful.


    He quickly took a bath and changed into the clean clothes, feeling refreshingly clearheaded and in better condition than ever before.


    Then he began looking for suitable wood to hollow out and use as planters for vegetables, and following the instructions provided by the system, he filled them with soil and sprinkled in the seeds.


    An hour later, looking at the vegetable pots placed on the plank in front of the carriage door, Char felt quite a sense of achievement.


    He hoped that these seeds would grow quickly and produce beets and tomatoes.


    Next, he looked at the Centaurea seeds and Lily of the Valley Seeds that he had prayed for and decided to hollow out a few more pots to plant them.


    Although these plants were inedible, having some flowers and greenery in life could somewhat cultivate one''s disposition, couldn''t they?


    More importantly, according to his experience, as long as these plants survived, they could also yield Praying Power. Even if the amount wouldn''t be large, it was still Praying Power, wasn''t it?


    Why not do it, then?


    Char continued to look for suitable wood.


    Finding the right wood and then carving it out was not only skilled work but also physically demanding, and neither the Lantern Firefly nor the Star Worm could be of much help.


    The Star Worm only knew how to collide, and the Lantern Firefly did have impressive swordsmanship, but its sword was too short and too thin. It was suitable for piercing prey but not for hollowing out wood.


    Therefore, it was only Char who could put his body to work.


    Luckily, this body was young enough and strong enough.


    If it had been his body from his previous life that had hardly engaged in any physical labor, he probably would have been suffering from backaches, breathlessness, and complete exhaustion after such work.


    But now, at most, he felt only a bit tired, and he wasn''t even sweating much.


    After quickly finishing the work, Char started practicing with the bow and arrow.


    In the dreamlike Florence Forest, birds chirped and tweeted.


    Being in it was like being in a circular concert hall, with the listener in the very center, while nature''s performers surrounded them from all directions, both near and far, at various elevations.


    The performers were not only various birds but also different kinds of chirping insects, frogs, and even the babbling of streams, the woodpeckers pecking away...


    Nature''s singers raised their voices in the early morning forest, playing a concerto that was fresh, natural, and ethereally melodious.


    The morning sunlight filtered through the forest, tinting the amber green woods with warmth, and the dancing notes touched the sunlight, making this translucent green amber vibrate with the tremble of life.


    "Crack"¡ª


    the sound of a tree branch breaking.


    This noise startled the audience, the bushes shook, rustling softly, and a small deer-like animal flashed a glance, appearing amidst the bushes and then quickly disappearing into the depths of the forest.


    It was a brown-tailed roe deer.


    Beyond the brown-tailed roe deer, there were even more alarmed audience members.


    These wary little creatures, the vast majority of whom never appeared in sight, had already fled the area.


    A flash of red flitted through the woods, startling against the emerald green backdrop.


    This crimson figure was none other than the Lantern Firefly.


    The Lantern Firefly was chasing after the brown-tailed roe deer, followed closely by Char, who held an oak bow in his left hand and an arrow in his right, with a slight look of annoyance on his face.


    Gazing at the brown-tailed roe deer that had escaped in an unknown direction, the regret, disappointment, and annoyance in Char''s eyes flashed by in an instant.


    He had spotted the brown-tailed roe deer hiding in the bushes early in the morning.


    In his previous life, he had been severely nearsighted, but in this life, not only was he no longer nearsighted, but thanks to the half-Elf bloodline in him, his vision was amazingly sharp, easily spotting prey hidden in the woods.


    Speaking of which, although this unexpected transmigration had landed him in a bit of an awkward situation, having to survive in the wilderness of this dangerous fantasy world, upon careful consideration, there were advantages too.


    For example, he had gained a younger, healthier body with more potential.


    Unfortunately, although his eyesight was exceptionally good, his physical abilities still fell short, and he inadvertently startled his prey.


    Char rapidly made his way through the forest, chasing in the direction of the Lantern Firefly. Star Worms surrounded him, fluttering up and down, closely following him, not chasing the prey with the Lantern Firefly.


    Despite having the "strong" bodyguard Lantern Firefly, Char''s own ability to defend himself was still too weak, only a bit better than bugs and birds, which placed him at the bottom of the food chain in the Florence Forest, even lower than the brown-tailed roe deer currently being hunted by the Lantern Firefly.


    After all, the brown-tailed roe deer might not have much combat ability, but at least it could run fast, no?


    So when going out hunting, the two Magic Pets would usually not leave Char''s side, and even if the Lantern Firefly needed to briefly leave to pursue prey, the Star Worm would surely stay to protect him.


    After a while, the sound of terror and despair came from the distance.


    Char quickened his steps, running swiftly through the uneven, obstacle-filled forest, not minding the red marks that branches left on his arms.


    By the time he arrived, the brown-tailed roe deer was already dead, appearing unscathed as if it were sleeping, and only on closer inspection could one see several small, charred puncture wounds.


    Clearly, these were wounds caused by "True Red Thorn."


    Char was very happy.


    The brown-tailed roe deer was just an ordinary animal, not a Demon Beast with Magic Ability, and it had no resistance to the "True Red Thorn." However, this didn''t mean the Lantern Firefly could easily hunt down a brown-tailed roe deer.


    Because the brown-tailed roe deer could run very fast in the forest, the Lantern Firefly might not always catch up.


    "Well done, Lantern Firefly! You''re amazing!"


    He did not skimp on praise, loudly commending the Lantern Firefly.


    The Lantern Firefly, with its lantern lit, retracted its Stabbing Sword, standing quietly on a nearby branch, looking cool and unmoved.


    But the slightly shaking antennae on its head "betrayed" it, letting the inner satisfaction and excitement overflow through the antennae.


    "Alright, let''s go back!"


    Char picked up the brown-tailed roe deer and called out.


    He was in a very good mood.


    The meat of the brown-tailed roe deer was much more abundant than that of the white cotton rabbit. Catching a brown-tailed roe deer meant that he had not only completed today''s hunting task but also had enough food for the next two days. S§×arch* The N?velFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Not only that, but the fur of the brown-tailed roe deer could also be used to make clothes.


    Even though clothes could be obtained through Prayer, directly praying with Praying Power only yielded the simplest and thinnest of clothes, sufficient for the current temperature, but the Florence Forest would not always remain at this temperature.


    According to his sense of touch, the days were getting colder, and it wouldn''t be long before autumn and winter arrived. What then? Still wearing such thin clothes?


    But if he used the available materials for Prayer, he could get better clothing.


    The fur of this brown-tailed roe deer was enough for him to pray for a nice fur coat. Next, he planned to catch more white cotton rabbits, save up more rabbit skins, and pray for another coat.


    This was also thanks to the Lantern Firefly''s attack style not being that bloody and destructive kind, causing little damage to the fur; otherwise, preserving a complete roe deer hide would be rather difficult.


    Char took another look at the panel.


    The task bar now showed that one task had been completed, rewarding two wisps of Praying Power.

 Chapter 12: The Mountain Snail, Threat of the Steel Teeth Pig

    Chapter 12: Chapter 12: The Mountain Snail, Threat of the Steel Teeth PigPraying Power originated from quests, and a significant part of these quests stemmed from "killing".


    For every new type of monster he killed, he would receive varying amounts of Praying Power.


    The stronger and more challenging the monster was to kill, the more Praying Power he would receive after killing it.


    Of course, this only applied to the first kill.


    Like when he previously killed the white cotton rabbit, the Purple Quail, the Green Skull Ghost Spider, and now the brown-tailed roe deer, he received Praying Power, but no more would come from killing them again.


    In addition, the creatures you kill must be from the "Monster Atlas"¡ªalthough this "Monster Atlas" did not actually exist, Char believed there was such an atlas in some mysterious way.


    Otherwise, a real world would have millions of animals at the very least, and if they were all monsters, wouldn''t that be a mess?


    Not to mention, in these days alone, the sheer variety of insects he had killed was countless.


    If these insects were considered monsters, he would have already accumulated hundreds of strands of Praying Power; why would he be as constrained and strapped as he was now?


    With the brown-tailed roe deer on his shoulder, pheasants and small birds in hand, and a bamboo basket fastened at his waist, Char moved effortlessly through the mountain forest.


    He hadn''t walked far when the Star Worm accompanying him suddenly emitted a faint light, drawing Char''s attention.


    "What''s the matter?"


    He paused.


    The Star Worm fluttered back and forth for a bit, and Char, who had been with it for several days, immediately understood.


    The Star Worm wanted him to follow.


    He trusted the Star Worm completely.


    Before he had managed to recruit the Lantern Firefly, it was the Star Worm that helped him survive the initial days, so even though he did not know what the Star Worm had discovered, Char followed without a second word.


    Morning light swept past, and the Star Worm flew about ten meters before finally stopping on a rocky outcrop.


    Most of this rock had been eroded by rainwater and was hollowed out, leaving only a moderately thick layer at the top, resembling an eave.


    Seeing that both Char and the Lantern Firefly had caught up, the Star Worm lifted off again and flew under the eave; Char crouched down and glanced inside, only to see the inner wall was densely covered with spiral "Mo Yu".


    The system text popped up in time. Sear?h the Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    [Mo Yu Snail]


    [Introduction]: The Mo Yu Snail, also known as the "mountain snail", is one of the delicacies cherished by the Florentine people due to its unique taste and medicinal value that has gained fame worldwide. Although Mo Yu Snails are widely distributed, they are scarce and relatively common only in the Florence Forest. Florentines believe that eating Mo Yu Snails can cure illnesses, and indeed, the snails do contain a trace amount of Magic Power, which mages often use to craft potions that enhance Magic Power.


    Compared to Demon Beasts like the Green Skull Ghost Spider, the Mo Yu Snail''s profile was even simpler, lacking both Skills and a Challenge Level and only presenting a basic introduction.


    But this didn''t stop Char''s eyes from lighting up because the system had already clearly indicated to him that this thing was rare and delicious.


    Since his arrival in this world, he had yet to taste anything truly delicious.


    Even roasted rabbit meat, roasted partridge, or roasted eggs were far from delicious without seasonings.


    Thrilled by the discovery, Char immediately began prying the tightly adhered Mo Yu Snails off the rock wall with his dagger.


    Beads of moist "Mo Yu" fell, dropping into the bamboo basket waiting below.


    Just then, the nearby Lantern Firefly stirred, the membranes of its wings buzzing as it swiftly moved to shield Char.


    Suddenly, the grass beside them shook, and one after another, a few little boars popped out.


    [Little Steel Toothed Pig]


    [Skills]: Fierce Body Charge (0 circle)


    [Challenge Level]: 1/4


    [Introduction]: The offspring of the Steel Teeth Pig, originally just ordinary wild boars, but apparently underwent a mutation after gnawing on an abundance of Mo Yu Snails, their bones and fur grew tough, and their fangs became as solid and sharp as steel, capable of unleashing an "X"-shaped steel toothed assault in mid-air.


    Char was startled, these Steel Teeth Pigs had clearly evolved after consuming the Mo Yu Snails, and these little Steel Toothed Pigs were here foraging for food.


    Without any doubt, these Steel Teeth Pigs had made this place their feeding ground, and now they had unexpectedly come face-to-face with Char.


    Suddenly confronted by a human, the little piglets were visibly taken aback, but then the little Steel Toothed Pigs displayed their wild and aggressive nature as demon beasts.


    They didn''t flee, instead, they took the initiative to attack.


    Char faintly saw a thin layer of steel-colored shimmer flit across the body of the little Steel Toothed Pigs, and then the leading piglet charged at him like a small cannonball.


    "Fierce Body Charge"!


    A red shadow flashed, and the charging little cannon came to a sudden stop, as the Lantern Firefly struck,"True Red Thorn" activated, pinning the leading Steel Teeth Piglet to the ground with a single thrust, and then swung its lantern!


    Several points of Red Glow were flung out, flying like candle flames in different directions, and lightning-fast struck the rest of the piglets that were also ready to launch a "Fierce Body Charge".


    The seemingly frail Red Glow revealed a shocking impact force, directly flinging the little boars into the air, sending them squealing chaotically mid-flight.


    The "Red Glow" quickly spread over the skin of the Steel Teeth Pigs, which was hard like steel needles, burning them and causing their cries to become even more distressing.


    Quickly, the Lantern Firefly drew its sword, flying toward those piglets struck by the "Red Glow", delivering the finishing blows and swiftly ending their suffering.


    In just a few seconds, the Lantern Firefly had sent the little boars off.


    This was not surprising, as in "Mobile Castle¡¤Fantasy Forest," the gap between level 1 creatures wasn''t large¡ªthe maximum level in "Mobile Castle¡¤Fantasy Forest" was 120, and the level 1 disparity was negligible.


    However, within the DND worldview, a level 1 gap was significant, and overcoming such a challenge was almost impossible. If a gap of one level could be so daunting, let alone the challenge level.


    If the Challenge Level was one higher, don''t even think about taking it on¡ªbetter run as far as possible when you encounter it, as that might be the only chance of survival.


    The Lantern Firefly''s Challenge Level was a full level, and more, above that of the Steel Teeth Piglets, and with the added advantage of flight, how could the Steel Teeth Piglets possibly resist?


    However, although the Lantern Firefly easily dealt with the Steel Teeth Piglets, providing Char with two wisps of Praying Power and a generous supply of meat¡ªadult wild boar meat is tough to chew, with a strong stench, but young wild boar is not, and its taste is quite good.


    Yet, Char''s expression did not improve because of this.


    The presence of little wild boars here suggested the Wild Boar Mother was not far off, and perhaps not just her, but an entire tribe of Steel Teeth Pigs.


    This was definitely a significant threat to Char.

 Chapter 13 - 13 Universal Arrow Skill lv1

    Chapter 13: Chapter 13 Universal Arrow Skill lv1[Adventure Task]


    [Task One]Pig Charge! Face the storm brought by the wild boars!


    [Task Description]: In the den of Mo Yu Snail, you encountered several Little Steel Toothed Pigs competing for food. You easily killed these little pigs, but this also signifies the arrival of danger. Stop the crisis! Face the challenge brought by the Steel Teeth Pig!


    [Reward]: Wild Boar Dagger, Praying Power¡Á5


    A few lines of text appeared in Char''s view!


    As expected!


    Just as he had anticipated, the system automatically generated the task.


    This implied that his collision with the Steel Teeth Pig was inevitable; it would definitely happen.


    Moreover, considering the rewards, this task seemed quite perilous, as the system gave out a reward of five strands of Praying Power at once.


    This was the most amount of Praying Power he had ever received as a reward for a task so far.


    Furthermore, it was unprecedented that this task''s reward included something other than Praying Power.


    Wild Boar Dagger, no matter the quality, was a piece of equipment.


    All this implied that this task would not be as simple as previous ones.


    Char''s expression was rather changeable.


    In the DND worldview, the strength difference between a youngling and an adult individual is enormous, making a vast number of levels.


    Even a giant dragon, in its young dragon stage, only has a 3-5 Challenge Level.


    So do not assume that the adult Steel Teeth Pig''s Level would not be high just because these piglets only have 1/4 Challenge Level.


    The Little Steel Toothed Pigs having only 1/4 Challenge Level does not mean that the adult Steel Teeth Pigs also only have 1/4 Challenge Level.


    Extrapolating from the level of Little Steel Toothed Pigs, the challenge level of an adult Steel Teeth Pig would be at least Level 1, and it is very likely to reach Level 2.


    If the number were small, he could manage, but with a larger number, merely relying on the Lantern Firefly could not guarantee his safety!


    Char sped up his hands, scraping off the Mo Yu Snails adhered to the rock wall. He didn''t have time to bother with the ones he missed.


    After quickly scooping most of the Mo Yu Snails into a bamboo basket, Char grabbed the pile of Little Steel Toothed Pigs tied up with the Lantern Firefly, called out, and turned to leave.


    "Let''s go!"


    After descending the mountain, Char seemed to faintly hear the howl of wild boars, which hastened his steps even more.


    Luckily, because he retreated in time, the Steel Teeth Pig, grieving over the loss of its young, did not catch up; Char safely made his way back to the cart.


    However, the emergence of a demon beast group nearby still gave Char a considerable sense of crisis.


    Glancing at the system map, these past few days, due to the arrival of the Lantern Firefly, his courage had grown considerably, and so had the range of his hunting expeditions, illuminating many new areas.


    On the map, valleys, mountain foothills, lakes, streams, dense forests, cliffs, and meadows were all available; even the newly discovered Mo Yu Snail den was marked as a special resource spot.


    After some exploration, Char had confirmed that there were indeed no demon beasts nearby; incidents like the Green Skull Ghost Spider suddenly attacking people were random.


    Of course, some might have been overlooked, after all, with such a large area spanning several square kilometers, who knows where some demon beasts might be hiding?


    But even if there were, the number would not be high, at most one or two, and their Challenge Level would not be high, unlikely to be stronger than the Lantern Firefly.


    One could only say, although the god of transmigration threw him into an otherworldly realm, forcing him to start from scratch and struggle for survival in the wilderness,


    They still took care of him somewhat; at least they didn''t start him off in a hell filled with powerful demon beasts everywhere.


    The degree of danger in the vicinity was about the same as the Newbie Village he designed, which still suited the conditions for newbie development.


    However, no matter how low the degree of danger, there were still hazards.


    For instance¡ªDemon Beasts from other areas might pass through here.


    And just like that, danger arrived.


    Putting away the map, Char glanced around.


    The inside of the carriage had undergone significant changes compared to two days ago.


    The makeshift wooden bed against the wall had been replaced with a sturdier and newer bed made of better wood, though it was still the width of a military cot¡ªany wider would have been too cramped and taken up too much space, given the total interior space of the carriage.


    The bed was now made with sheets and a mattress, and a neatly folded blanket lay on top, while the dried leaves that had been piled at the head of the bed had long since disappeared.


    Now, Char no longer had to pitifully use dried leaves for warmth.


    Besides the bed replacement and the addition of a brown-tailed roe deer skin blanket, the carriage was filled with new pieces of furniture like tables, chairs, chests, and cabinets, all handmade and looking very simple and rough.


    But no matter what, it now felt like a home, no longer as empty as before.


    Soon, Char went in front of the shrine to settle today''s adventure tasks.


    Inside the shrine, the sparkling star-like golden light brightened and then dimmed, and above the Prayer Tablet, there were now seven strands of Praying Power.


    Today could be considered a bountiful harvest, as, in addition to the Praying Power from routine tasks, the first kills of a brown-tailed roe deer and a Steel Teeth Pig both contributed Praying Power.


    The first collection of a Mo Yu Snail also earned him a strand of Praying Power.


    By tomorrow, he would be able to recruit another Magic Pet.


    If he was lucky, he might even be able to do so tonight.


    Without much delay, Char soon began moving the carriage.


    This place had become unsafe, so they needed to relocate somewhere else, even if it was just a few kilometers away. sea??h th§× N??eFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Old Ma, weakly pulling the cart, made a "creaking" noise as the wheels rolled, and the carriage started moving, trembling as it went forward.


    ...


    The sun dipped below the horizon, leaving a few red afterglows in the west.


    As night approached, the performers in the forest changed again.


    Char sat in the carriage, his hand on his oak bow, holding his breath and concentrating, aiming at a nightingale perched on a distant treetop.


    "Whiz¡ª"


    The blue feathered arrow left the string, creating a piercing whistle as it sliced through the air.


    The nightingale, startled, flapped its wings frantically to fly away from the treetop.


    With a dull thud, the arrowhead penetrated the bark and burrowed into the wood, while the tail of the arrow trembled up and down, though the nightingale had already flown far away.


    Despite not killing the nightingale, there was no sign of disappointment on Char''s face.


    On the contrary, his expression was initially a bit dazed and confused, then turned into enormous surprise.


    This was just routine practice of Arrow Technique, and he hadn''t been expecting any significant rewards; gradual improvement of his skill over time would have been enough.


    However, as soon as he released that arrow, his mind was flooded with insights, as if a Divine Archer had directly transmitted experience to him, noticeably enhancing Char''s Arrow Skill.


    He went from an Initial Glimpse to entering the room all at once.


    Once he had finally absorbed this realization, Char snapped back to reality and excitedly opened his panel.


    Just as he suspected, the Skills section was no longer "¡ª", but displayed his first skill.


    "Universal Arrow Skill"!


    [Skills]: Universal Arrow Skill lv1

 Chapter 14: Extraordinary Profession: Archer!

    Chapter 14: Chapter 14: Extraordinary Profession: Archer!On the wooden plank of the carriage, Char held his bow and arrow, gazing into the distance, his face still lit with surprise and joy.


    His heart was leaping with excitement, words too pale to describe the thrill and elation he felt at this moment.


    Although relying on the foundation laid by his original body and the outstanding bow and arrow talent of a Half-Elf, he had made rapid progress in these days. His Arrow Skill indeed improved daily, but he never expected to become a qualified archer this quickly.


    The moment that arrow was shot, it felt as if the system had confirmed he had reached the threshold of entry, followed by a surge of memories and images flooding into his mind.


    This suddenly enhanced his understanding of Arrow Skills significantly.


    This enhancement wasn''t just reflected in the Arrow Skill itself but also in a series of supporting aspects such as Step Technique, Body Movement, and even some close-quarters combat skills.


    It meant that he had mastered a series of techniques without the need for a teacher''s instruction or practice, leaping from an enthusiast with some accuracy straight to a qualified archer.


    What surprised Char even more was the change in his personal panel.


    [Name]: Char Rain Season


    [Race]: Half-Elf


    [Level]: 2


    [Profession]: Archer


    [Attributes]: Strength 12, Defense 8, Agility 14, Constitution 11, Intelligence 13, Perception 11


    [Life Value]: 1143/1143


    [Magic Power]: ¡ª¡ª


    [Skills]: Universal Arrow Skill lv1


    [Magic Pet]: Star Worm (Challenge Level 1/2), Lantern Firefly (Challenge Level 2)


    It wasn''t just his Skills that had changed, but also his Level and Profession!


    The mastery of Universal Arrow Skill had elevated him from a civilian status to an archer, and upon advancing to an archer, his attributes remained the same, but his Level had reached 2.


    This signified a substantial increase in his combat power, it meant he was no longer the weakest link, his overall strength many times stronger than that of the Star Worm.


    If it came to a four-on-one fight, he could even go toe-to-toe with the Lantern Firefly.


    If he encountered the Green Skull Ghost Spider again, he wouldn''t need the Lantern Firefly to take action, he could handle it on his own.


    Char was extremely pleased.


    He had initially thought this system panel only had the effect of displaying his data, which seemed quite useless.


    Compared to those "Experience Systems" that allowed others to harvest experience from killing monsters for rapid strength progression, or those "Proficiency Systems" where skills could be upgraded just by increasing proficiency, his system seemed hardly comparable. Sear?h the ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Now, he didn''t think so anymore.


    His system might not have been as overpowered as the two aforementioned types, but it was still very impressive, definitely a Little Golden Finger.


    Though his Profession was only that of an "Archer," the most basic and unadorned, not like those novel protagonists who usually took on Hidden Professions that were rare, eye-catching, and classy.


    But Char was still very satisfied.


    He has always been a person easy to please, never striving for the out of reach.


    Besides, the excitement, the thrill, and the sense of achievement when one suddenly masters abilities and Skills previously deemed impossible were beyond description.


    Moreover, being an archer was just the beginning.


    He was an archer now, but that didn''t mean he would always be one.


    The future was unwritten; who knew if he would eventually become a powerful Hidden Profession holder?


    The Lantern Firefly flew to the spot where the arrow struck, pulling the arrow out.


    It didn''t pursue the nightingale because it couldn''t keep up.


    The Lantern Firefly''s combat ability was indeed much stronger than the nightingale''s, but its attack range was not wide.


    "True Red Thorn" required close combat to launch, and "Red Glow," although with some long-range capability, only had a few dozen meters of attack range, plus the Lantern Firefly did not fly as fast as the nightingale.


    So unless it could launch a sneak attack at close range, the Lantern Firefly couldn''t do anything to the nightingale.


    Char took back the arrow that the Lantern Firefly had brought and, after a while, spotted another target ¨C a type of owl he couldn''t identify.


    Because it was still far away, the system did not give a display.


    But regardless of what kind of owl it was, as long as Char could hunt it, he could obtain Praying Power, since up to this point, he hadn''t hunted any type of owl.


    Having mastered Level 1 "Universal Arrow Skill," Char felt like a child who had just received a new toy and couldn''t wait to show it off.


    To make a full effort, he didn''t shoot arrows in a casual seated position anymore. Instead, he stood up, then gently, gently exhaled, cleared his mind, aimed at the distant owl, and slowly adjusted his stance...


    "Clang!"


    The sound of the wheel rolling over a larger pebble made a noticeable noise, which finally alarmed the distant owl. The owl spread its wings to fly to a safer place.


    Just at that moment, with a "whoosh," the arrow pierced through the owl''s wing.


    The owl struggled to fly into the sky but could only scream as it plummeted downwards.


    "Lantern Firefly, help me bring back the prey!"


    Atop the carriage, Char loudly issued the command.


    Although he didn''t kill the owl with one strike, he had wounded its wing, and the owl was now easy prey, unable to escape.


    The Lantern Firefly, carrying its red lantern, rushed into the dusk.


    Soon, a sudden scream stopped abruptly in the evening darkness, and a completed task appeared on the panel, contributing a wisp of Praying Power to Char.


    Before long, the Lantern Firefly returned with the body of the owl.


    Char looked up at the sky.


    At this moment, dusk was nearing its end; once it turned completely dark, he would have to stop.


    Driving a carriage at night was too dangerous, prone to accidents, and more susceptible to attacks by demon beasts. If his carriage had been upgraded to Level 1, it would have been a different matter; but as it was still just a basic carriage, Char didn''t dare travel at night.


    But he was one wisp of Praying Power short. If he couldn''t condense a Prayer Fragment tonight, he would have to wait until tomorrow.


    However, the Luck Goddess ultimately stood on Char''s side. After he found a place to stop and prepared to spend the night there, the Lantern Firefly successfully hunted a Bucktoothed Rat, filling the last wisp of Praying Power needed by Char.


    The intelligence of the magic pets was surprisingly high, and each of them was very considerate.


    Although Char hadn''t mentioned in front of the Lantern Firefly and the Star Worm that he absolutely had to gather ten wisps of Praying Power tonight, from his unusual behavior today, the two magic pets still inferred the general situation and silently endeavored to solve Char''s problems.


    ''How wonderful!'' Char couldn''t help thinking.


    What would he do without the Lantern Firefly and the Star Worm!


    ...


    The Moon Goddess was sprinkling her cold, silver-white moonlight over the earth.


    At night, the performers in the forest had changed, and so had the style of the music. The morning''s concerto was fresh, natural, and ethereally melodious, while the current night''s concerto was dark, thrilling, and instilled fear in one''s heart.


    Char stood in front of the shrine, his gaze intently fixed on the captivating glow of the Prayer Fragment inside, silently praying in his heart.


    The Star Worm, facing the direction of the shrine, flitted up and down above Char''s right shoulder, displaying feelings of excitement and anticipation.


    Compared to the Star Worm, the Lantern Firefly was much more reserved, quietly standing at the corner of a cabinet diagonally opposite the shrine, but from the way it stared unwaveringly at the shrine, it was clearly also looking forward to the scene that was about to unfold.

 Chapter 15: The Third Magic Pet: Lotus Leaf Frog!

    Chapter 15: Chapter 15: The Third Magic Pet: Lotus Leaf Frog!Surrounding the shrine, four animals were tied up, comprising a mink, an owl, and a cicada.


    The remaining one resembled a lynx but was much smaller in size, about the size of a house cat, similar to the mink next to it.


    These had all been prepared by Char in advance.


    Having learned that the magic pets were transformations of nearby animals, how could he not make preparations in advance?


    The Star Worm was the first time, and it was because of this experience that he acquired this information, so there was no way to prepare in advance; the Lantern Firefly was an emergency, and at that time, he had no other options but to hope to recruit a new magic pet to save his life.


    Now that he had ample time, of course, he made preparations in advance.


    There''s definitely a difference between magic pets born from the metamorphosis of harmless animals like fireflies and those from aggressive animals like minks and owls.


    So, before his third recruitment attempt, he specifically captured several animals that suited his preferences.


    Minks and lynxes are both astonishingly efficient hunters and also have a pleasant appearance. If they could transform into magic pets, their combat power would certainly be admirable, and their challenge level might even surpass that of the Lantern Firefly.


    As for the owl, not only is it a bird of prey but also a nocturnal creature. If it could transform into a magic pet, it would be of great assistance to Char.


    In fact, Char secretly hoped even more to recruit the owl as a magic pet this time than the mink or lynx.


    Not only because the owl is a nocturnal creature, which could greatly ensure the safety of the carriage at night and serve as a devoted Night Watcher, but also because it''s a bird with the advantage of flight.


    Don''t think that the Star Worm and the Lantern Firefly can fly as well ¨C but is the flight of an insect the same as the flight of a bird?


    Actually, in addition to minks, lynxes, and owls, other animals like snakes and lizards also make viable options, as their transformation into magic pets would not result in weak combat abilities.


    But Char didn''t like snakes. Lizards were okay, but he didn''t particularly favor them; they couldn''t compare to minks, lynxes, or owls.


    If there were no other choices, he would of course accept them, and ensure not to show his personal preferences outwardly to avoid upsetting the magic pets; but when there were options, why subject himself to discomfort?


    Actually, if it weren''t for the fact that he couldn''t temporarily catch larger predators like wolves, leopards, tigers, or eagles, he would have wanted to catch such animals to offer to the Prayer Fragment for selection.


    The reason why there was also a cicada, a weak insect, in this situation, lies in the fact that this cicada was no ordinary animal.


    Char''s gaze swept over the cerulean body of the cicada.


    [Wind Bullet Cicada]


    [Skills]: Wind Bullet (Level 0)


    [Challenge Level]: 0


    [Introduction]: The Wind Bullet Cicada is a common demon beast in the forest. With their beautiful cerulean bodies, and by vibrating their wings at high frequencies alongside the wind attribute magic power, they can also launch air bullet-like attacks.


    That''s right, this was a demon beast!


    Although, like the initial Star Worm, it belonged to the weakest category of demon beasts at Challenge Level 0, even the weakest demon beast is still a demon beast; in truth, among the four animals present, the Wind Bullet Cicada had the strongest combat ability.


    When it was captured initially, the Wind Bullet Cicada was the most difficult to seize, and it was pure luck that it was caught in the end because its speed was much faster than both the Lantern Firefly and the Star Worm.


    Char silently recited the hierarchy of his preferences in his heart.


    What he hoped to recruit most was, of course, the Wind Bullet Cicada.


    Even though it''s highly probable that using the Prayer Fragment to recruit could only result in regular animals, as the first two recruitments yielded ordinary animals,


    to recruit a demon beast might very likely require a higher-Level Prayer Crystal.


    But what if?


    What if it were possible?


    The Wind Bullet Cicada had a Challenge Level of only 0, its combat ability was not much different from that of an owl, so there was still a chance it could be recruited.


    If he really succeeded, then he would hit the jackpot.


    That''s why Char also included the Wind Bullet Cicada in the list of options.


    Following the Wind Bullet Cicada, the owl was the second choice, and as for the ferret and the lynx, there wasn''t much difference to Char, either would do.


    After silently praying, Char wasted no more time and immediately launched his Prayer.


    He wasn''t asking for a demon beast with a Challenge Level of 4, as long as the new Magic Pet''s Challenge Level could reach 3, he would be quite satisfied.


    At the very least, like the Lantern Firefly, a Challenge Level of 2 would suffice.


    With two Magic Pets of Challenge Level 2, plus the Star Worm and himself, even if the Steel Teeth Pigs came knocking tonight, he wouldn''t be afraid.


    Golden light coursed through, starlight surged.


    Within the shrine, the Prayer Fragment erupted with a holy and gorgeous light, then turned into a lightning-like figure and shot out of the shrine.


    Then, Char watched in disbelief as the golden lightning, sparkling with starlight, bypassed the four prepared animals, shot out of the carriage, and vanished into the night.


    This...


    He was utterly speechless! Sear?h the n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    A wave of annoyance crossed his face, but he still quickly ran out of the carriage.


    The Lantern Firefly and the Star Worm hurried to follow.


    The Prayer Light was as fast as lightning. While Char stood dumbfounded, speechless, it had already gone through the bushes and toward a nearby stream, where it struck a clump of grass directly.


    In the grass, a dopey frog lay quietly.


    As the dreamlike Prayer Light approached, it didn''t think to evade. Instead, irritated by the bright light in its eyes, it covered them with its front paws connected to its webbed feet.


    The Prayer Light landed on the frog, and the entire frog began to emit a fantastical golden glow speckled with starlight.


    Within the sacred light, the frog rapidly increased in size. The position it was lying in slowly changed to a half-crouch, half-upright posture, and at the same time, something seemed to be growing on its back.


    Finally, the Prayer Light faded, plunging the creek''s grass back into darkness, leaving only the cool moonlight.


    By the time Char ran out of the carriage, the frog''s metamorphosis had nearly finished, and he caught sight of the waning Prayer Light, glittering with starlight, before it ultimately disappeared.


    A magic frog the size of a grinding wheel appeared by the creek, overwhelming the grass where it originally hid.


    This frog had lake-blue skin, big eyes with a clear yet foolish gaze, a round and cute body shape, adorable and endearing. Its two front legs propped up its body, almost merging with the hind legs, maintaining a semi-upright posture.


    Yet the most striking thing was its back, which bore a lotus leaf resembling a rain-shielding umbrella.


    [Lotus Leaf Frog]


    [Attributes]: Strength 17, Defense 13, Agility 12, Constitution 20, Intelligence 9, Perception 11


    [Life Value]: 715/715


    [Magic Power]: 63/63


    [Skills]: Tongue Strike (0th circle), Water Arrow (1st circle)


    [Challenge Level]: 1


    [Introduction]: The Lotus Leaf Frog is a weak demon beast with a gentle nature, slow movements, and a reaction three beats slower. Its combat power is also barely acceptable, with only two means of attack: rapid water arrows from its mouth and attacks with its long tongue. But no matter, the Lotus Leaf Frog is still an excellent "Diplomat" in the forest. They have great popularity and maintain good relations with many demon beasts.

 Chapter 16: Self-Consolation, Lotus Leaf Spring

    Chapter 16: Chapter 16: Self-Consolation, Lotus Leaf SpringLooking at the Lotus Leaf Frog, Char''s feelings were a mix of surprise and disappointment, quite complex.


    The surprise was because he was very familiar with the frog with a lotus leaf on its back.


    It was one of the Magic Pets he and his buddies had designed together for "Mobile Castle¡¤Fantasy Forest"!


    The Star Worm and the Lantern Firefly both evolved from ordinary animals, not only were they not Demon Beasts in "Mobile Castle¡¤Fantasy Forest," they were likely not in this world either, representing entirely new species.


    A new Magic Pet, he thought it would be the same, but it unexpectedly evolved into a Demon Beast from "Mobile Castle¡¤Fantasy Forest."


    Seeing the form he designed suddenly come to life, existing in reality, was naturally both shocking and exciting, a truly wonderful feeling.


    But this did not cover up the disappointment in his heart.


    He had painstakingly prepared four alternatives only to find that the Prayer Altar didn''t play by the rules at all.


    In fact, Char had anticipated this earlier; after all, recruiting Magic Pets at the game''s Prayer Altar was completely random, so how could it be assumed they''d follow his arrangements in reality?


    Nonetheless, seeing his plans fall through, Char couldn''t help feeling disappointed.


    Of course, a greater disappointment came from the fact that the new Magic Pet''s strength didn''t meet his expectations, which would put him at a disadvantage in the upcoming Steel Teeth Pig crisis.


    In the game, the initial Level of the Lotus Leaf Frog was 9, a Primary Pet as basic as it gets, while in the DND world perspective, the Lotus Leaf Frog became a Challenge Level 1 Demon Beast.


    Although the growth potential of the Lotus Leaf Frog was quite good and after evolving, several of its unique Skills were very useful, even in the later stages of the game, it could still hold its own, unlike most Primary Pets that could only be relegated to the storage, undertaking some minor tasks.


    But that was after evolving, and for now, the help from the Lotus Leaf Frog was really minimal.


    Despite the disappointment, Char quickly managed his emotions and started listing the advantages of the Lotus Leaf Frog in his mind, thereby consoling himself.


    Firstly, the Level of the Lotus Leaf Frog was 9, and even though the Challenge Level translated to only 1, it was clearly among the powerful in Challenge Level 1 Demon Beasts.


    After all, a Level 5 Magic Pet translates to a Challenge Level 1, and a Level 9 Magic Pet translates to Challenge Level 1 as well; surely their combat strengths can''t be the same?


    So, the recruitment of a Lotus Leaf Frog, though failing to meet Char''s minimum expectations, wasn''t too outrageous, considering the Lotus Leaf Frog was just a step or perhaps two steps away from reaching Challenge Level 2.


    Or maybe two steps?


    Moreover, the "Tongue Strike" of the Lotus Leaf Frog had a fairly good lethality.


    Its tongue was already potent, easily preying on flying insects, and once it used "Tongue Strike," its tongue could shoot out like an arrow, fast and with strong impact force, easily piercing through five to six centimeters thick wood, and its attack distance was fairly good¡ªthe tongue of the Lotus Leaf Frog was three to two meters long.


    With human''s fragile skin, once hit, it would immediately leave a bloody hole.


    If it carelessly hit a vital spot, like the eye or heart, being killed on the spot wasn''t impossible.


    Compared to "Tongue Strike," the "Water Arrow" Skill of the Lotus Leaf Frog had even stronger lethality.


    After all, it was a Level 1 skill, while "Tongue Strike" was just a level 0 skill.


    Moreover, the attack distance was also farther; the attack range of "Water Arrow" was not just beyond "Tongue Strike," but even farther than the Lantern Firefly''s "Red Glow."


    Therefore, although the combat power of the Lotus Leaf Frog didn''t meet Char''s ideal standard, it wasn''t weak either, stronger than himself, the Star Worm, and the Green Skull Ghost Spider.


    Additionally, the Lotus Leaf Frog was a Water Attribute Demon Beast, somewhat filling the attribute gap¡ªthe Star Worm was of Light Attribute, and the Lantern Firefly was clearly of Fire Attribute.


    Besides, the Lotus Leaf Frog could also dive into the water to catch fish, clams, turtles for him! He himself was terrible at fishing, and since crossing over, he had hardly eaten any river delicacies at all, so the Lotus Leaf Frog perfectly made up for this deficiency.


    Of course, these are not the true value of the Lotus Leaf Frog.


    Its real value comes from the lotus leaf on its back.


    This leaf, tightly connected to the body of the Lotus Leaf Frog, seems like it grows from within it, accumulating a pool of spring water at regular intervals.


    This pool of spring water is known as "Lotus Leaf Spring," known for its purification and detoxifying effects.


    If poisoned, just drinking a bit of the Lotus Leaf Spring can detoxify or alleviate the symptoms.


    Of course, this is assuming that the poison level isn''t too high. S~ea??h the nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    It''s not possible to say that the toxins released by demon beasts with a challenge level of 4 or 5 could be neutralized by the Lotus Leaf Spring; otherwise, the challenge level of the Lotus Leaf Frog wouldn''t just be 1.


    Even without being poisoned, using it as a daily beverage, the Lotus Leaf Spring can also purify the body, eventually enhancing one''s constitution.


    This is also why the system''s introduction mentions that the Lotus Leaf Frog has an excellent reputation in the forest.


    It''s all because of the Lotus Leaf Spring!


    Otherwise, how could it be achieved by merely being mild-tempered?


    If it were just mild-tempered, it would just end up as food!


    Listing them like this, the Lotus Leaf Frog seems to have quite a few advantages, and Char''s mood brightened up.


    Thanks to his entrepreneurial experience before crossing over, he was very good at adjusting his mental state, and now, didn''t this ability come in handy again?


    "Ribbit!"


    The Lotus Leaf Frog, as if finally reacting, gently leaped across the stream and hopped to Char''s feet, rubbing his leg with its head.


    The Star Worm flew lower happily in front of the Lotus Leaf Frog, tracing bright arcs, welcoming the new companion''s arrival.


    Char was startled, afraid that the Lotus Leaf Frog would flick its tongue out and swallow the Star Worm in one gulp.


    Aren''t worms on the diet of frogs?


    With the small size of the Star Worm, it was almost the perfect size for a meal for the Lotus Leaf Frog.


    If the Lotus Leaf Frog seemed smarter, Char wouldn''t worry, but looking at its eyes that were clear yet seemed stupid, he really couldn''t trust its intelligence.


    If it hadn''t reacted in time and swallowed the Star Worm, he would have been too late even to cry.


    In comparison, the Lantern Firefly was much calmer.


    However, watching it hovering in midair, its right hand dimly glowing red with the True Red Thorn ready yet not released.


    Clearly, the Lantern Firefly''s heart was not as indifferent and detached as it appeared; it was also worried that the Lotus Leaf Frog might accidentally swallow the Star Worm, always ready to attack.


    Luckily, the Lotus Leaf Frog was not that foolish; half a second later, it showed a happy expression on its face.


    Then it lay down, and the stem connected to the lotus leaf on its back grew a bit longer, bringing the leaf to the Star Worm, gesturing it to drink from the Lotus Leaf Spring.


    The Star Worm happily drank a bit, then flew up, making a "ring ring ring" sound like a clear, pleasant wind chime.


    This was the call of the Star Worm, indicating it was in a very good mood, very happy.

 Chapter 17: Steel Teeth Pig Attacks!

    Chapter 17: Chapter 17: Steel Teeth Pig Attacks!The Star Worm began to flicker like a star, its light strobing weakly and strongly, inviting the Lantern Firefly to come and taste.


    Initially, the Lantern Firefly was a bit reserved, but after the Star Worm flew close and then away several times, it finally approached the lotus leaf and lowered its head to drink a few sips.


    Watching the Star Worm and the Lantern Firefly lying on the lotus leaf, drinking from the Lotus Leaf Spring, Char couldn''t help but smile, feeling his slight disappointment vanish into thin air.


    Once the Star Worm and the Lantern Firefly had finished drinking, the stem on the back of the Lotus Leaf Frog grew longer and lifted the lotus leaf to Char''s lips.


    "Ribbit~"


    The Lotus Leaf Frog called again, inviting Char to drink too.


    After a brief pause, the smile on Char''s face deepened. He took the lotus leaf, using it as a bowl, and poured a mouthful of the Lotus Leaf Spring into his mouth.


    Sweet and refreshing, the spring water filled with the scent of lotus leaves flowed down his throat and into his stomach.


    Char shivered slightly, feeling instantly refreshed. The slight weariness and drowsiness accumulated in his body disappeared without a trace.


    It was so delicious!


    Although the studio''s team had indeed described the Lotus Leaf Spring as very sweet and refreshing, with a scent of lotus leaves, imagination fell short of the actual taste.


    Only upon truly tasting it did he realize that the flavor of Lotus Leaf Spring was beyond what words could describe or accurately convey.


    In the forest, Old Ma stood dozing off.


    In the dark carriage, Char lay on the wooden bed, covered with a blanket, eyes closed, brewing sleepiness.


    The Star Worm settled beside the pillow, its glow completely subdued, looking like a diamond inlaid with a golden pentagram.


    Having grown stronger, the Star Worm''s size had also increased, from the size of a fingernail to a quail egg, its carat greatly enhanced, its value unknown how many times multiplied.


    However, among the three magic pets, the Lotus Leaf Frog was still the largest. Even though its fighting power was far less than that of the Lantern Firefly, its size was much larger.


    The Lantern Firefly was on guard atop the carriage roof at this moment.


    It required very little sleep. As a nocturnal creature and with a warrior-like character, the Lantern Firefly would go out for night sentry duty outside the carriage, undertaking the task of guarding.


    Char was rather reluctant to treat them differently; he and the other magic pets slept soundly inside the carriage while letting the Lantern Firefly guard alone outside. How could that be right?


    But since the Lantern Firefly insisted, and because it indeed was not very safe at night, he let it be. Yet deep down, he always remembered the Lantern Firefly''s loyalty.


    The Lotus Leaf Frog squatted by Char''s bedside, its tongue darting in and out, each flick catching a mosquito.


    Over the past few days, Char had already repaired the entire carriage with wooden boards, achieving true isolation inside and out, so there were much fewer insects inside the carriage.


    But fewer did not mean none. The forest environment teemed with many insects, both in number and variety, ranging from the strange to the diverse.


    So even though Char had repaired all the damages to the carriage, there were still quite a few insects inside, and he had only managed to sleep a bit better the previous nights.


    But tonight, with the addition of the Lotus Leaf Frog, he could finally sleep peacefully.


    It wasn''t easy. It took over a week of crossing to finally resolve the problem of annoying insects.


    During the night, Char didn''t know how long he had slept, only that in his dreams something seemed to be pushing at his shoulder, waking him suddenly. He discovered that it was the Lantern Firefly pushing him, and beside him, both the Star Worm and the Lotus Leaf Frog were awake.


    ''What happened?''


    Char, who had just been awakened from his sleep, was still a bit dazed, but he didn''t actually voice this foolish question.


    Lantern Firefly was on night watch, so why would it wake him up in the middle of the night if not for something urgent?


    Char immediately snapped to full alert.


    Living in the peril-filled Otherworld after traversing had, even within just over a week, ground away the lax and unalert manner brought by his many years of urban life.


    He got out of bed swiftly, grabbing his bow and arrow, quiver, and long sword¡ªhe had obtained the long sword through Prayer.


    Although he had not yet mastered any swordsmanship, possessing a sharp long sword, even if he swung it purely by instinct, was far better than being unarmed.


    Lantern Firefly was gesticulating something with its hands, and Char quickly understood its meaning: the Steel Teeth Pig had caught up.


    This was far beyond Char''s expectations.


    He thought he had been cautious enough, having moved overnight after that unfortunate encounter with several Steel Teeth Pigs.


    To be safe, he hadn''t even taken the bodies of the juvenile Steel Teeth Pigs, instead choosing to throw them into the river to confuse any pursuers¡ªif the Steel Teeth Pigs were going to search, they would have to search upstream and downstream!


    Unexpectedly, the group of Steel Teeth Pigs had zeroed in on him, the "child killer," in such short time.


    This was his negligence; he had grossly underestimated the intelligence, capability, and will of the Demon Beasts, mistakenly equating them with mere wild animals.


    In fact, Demon Beasts were on an entirely different level from ordinary animals, the difference might not even be less than that between humans and animals.


    Thinking of this, Char felt somewhat relieved.


    Fortunately, he had moved overnight. Had he not fled in the night, he might have had to confront the Steel Teeth Pigs in close combat before having the chance to recruit the Lotus Leaf Frog, and thus he would have been down one combatant.


    "How many Steel Teeth Pigs are there, and what''s their strength?"


    Char immediately followed up with another question. S§×ar?h the nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Lantern Firefly hadn''t detected the Steel Teeth Pigs only when they were upon them; it had sensed them from a distance.


    Aside from its decent fire attribute attack and close combat abilities, Lantern Firefly also possessed a hidden ability, which was to some extent manipulate the Red Fireflies in the forest.


    As a Magic Pet bathed in Praying Power and evolved from a Red Firefly, it was completely fitting for Lantern Firefly, the Red Firefly King, to command and manipulate Red Fireflies.


    Though Red Fireflies couldn''t be counted on for combat capability, and the recent onset of autumn had significantly reduced their numbers, they could still serve as reconnoitre soldiers, aiding Lantern Firefly in maintaining a wide-range alert.


    Soon, Lantern Firefly gestured the answer.


    The enemies were a Steel Teeth Pig family, consisting of one male and one female adult Steel Teeth Pigs, and their strength was probably a bit weaker than his, along with two subadults and two juveniles.


    Char''s gaze slightly fell, and he lowered his head to ponder.


    These two juveniles were clearly from the same litter as the juveniles he had killed during the day. Although it seemed odd for the two adult Steel Teeth Pigs to let the juveniles wander out of their sight to search for Mo Yu Snails, that wasn''t important.


    Then there were the two subadult Steel Teeth Pigs; they must be the offspring of the two adults from a previous litter. As for their other offspring? Most likely, they had grown up and left already.

 Chapter 18 - 18 Blazing Light, Frog Croaks and Red Fireflies

    Chapter 18: Chapter 18 Blazing Light, Frog Croaks and Red FirefliesThe night''s mountain wind carried a slight chill, and beneath the sparse starlight, Char bent his head in calculation.


    These two cubs were obviously from the same litter as the Steel Teeth Pig cubs he had killed during the day. Although it was a bit strange for two adult Steel Teeth Pigs to let the cubs out of sight to search for Mo Yu Snails on their own, it wasn''t important.


    Then there were those two juvenile Steel Teeth Pigs; they must be offspring from an earlier litter of the two adults. As for the other offspring? Most likely they had grown up and departed.


    Since Lantern Firefly said its strength was a bit better than the two adult Steel Teeth Pigs'', it meant the Challenge Level of the adult Steel Teeth Pigs was likely only Level 1.


    Of course, it could also be Level 2.


    Because even among Demon Beasts of Challenge Level 2, Lantern Firefly was strong. If Steel Teeth Pigs were at the bottom of Level 2 Demon Beasts, it would indeed still be worse than Lantern Firefly, right?


    If the adult Steel Teeth Pigs were only of Challenge Level 1, the battle would be easy to fight, but if it was Level 2, the risk would be significant.


    Char quickly went through his calculations and soon made up his mind.


    "Let''s go! Move forward to meet the enemy!"


    Whether the Steel Teeth Pigs were of Challenge Level 1 or 2, this battle was inevitable. Since that was the case, it was better to take the initiative.


    Staying on the carriage and waiting at ease was definitely not an option. In "Mobile Castle¡¤Fantasy Forest", the castle was protected by the system, and even if this Mobile Castle was just an old and possibly collapsing caravan, it was indestructible.


    But this was reality!


    Who knew if the carriage was still protected? If it was accidentally destroyed, his golden finger, his mobile base, his home for survival, would vanish into thin air!


    ...


    Under the moonlight, several large and small shadows hurried through the forest, stepping on the moonbeams and occasionally stopping to sniff around to adjust their course.


    Suddenly!


    An arrow pierced through the forest canopy and went through the body of a Steel Teeth Pig cub.


    Stricken heavily, the tiny Steel Teeth Pig fell to the ground, letting out a mournful cry, furiously scraping at the air with its limbs. Its fur, already showing characteristics of the Steel Teeth Pig''s hardness like thorns, was still not as tough as an adult''s. How could it withstand the sharp arrow?


    When their child was attacked, the Steel Teeth Pig parents let out angry howls. The male stood in front of its wife and child, displaying aggression towards the direction from which the arrow had come, while the female went to check on the child''s condition.


    But at that moment, several reddish flames suddenly flew toward the group of Steel Teeth Pigs from behind ¨C it was Lantern Firefly''s surprise attack, launching "Red Glow".


    The Steel Teeth Pigs, distracted by the arrows, couldn''t guard against the sneak attack from behind. The Red Glow hit the Steel Teeth Pigs and immediately burned like a raging ulcer.


    Realizing the threat from behind was more significant, the boar immediately changed direction, protecting his family.


    Beasts of the night let out creepy roars in the distance, echoing with the cries and howls of the Steel Teeth Pigs in the foreground, making the night even more unsettling.


    On a fairly thick branch, Char held a bow and arrow with one hand and steadied himself against a large tree trunk big enough to require two people to encircle it. In his sight were several panels of data stacked upon one another.


    The introductions for the Steel Teeth Pigs were more or less the same, the only significant differences being the description of the Skills and Challenge Level.


    The boar''s Challenge Level reached Level 2, and the Skill column''s "Fierce Body Charge" was replaced by "Barbaric Charge", with the rank going from 0th Rank to 1st Rank. S§×arch* The N?velFire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Beyond that, two more Skills were added.


    One of the Skills was called "Steel Teeth", a 1st Rank Skill.


    The other was "Steel Needle Burst", also a 1st Rank Skill.


    Looking at the boar''s panel, Char''s face grew solemn.


    The boar had one more Skill than Lantern Firefly, and what troubled him more was the "Steel Needle Burst" Skill. Just from the name, one could almost picture what kind of Skill it was.


    Even for Lantern Firefly, if it were struck by a Steel Teeth Pig at the brink of death, it would be very dangerous.


    As for himself and Lotus Leaf Frog? Absolutely no chance of survival.


    Only the defense of Star Worm was enough to safely withstand this round of attack, but what use was surviving this round? Star Worm had no ability to kill the Steel Teeth Pig!


    The tenacity of the Steel Teeth Boar took Char by surprise. The only consolation was that the sow''s Challenge Level hadn''t reached 2, and among its Skills, it did not possess "Steel Needle Burst."


    As for the two adolescent Steel Teeth Pigs, with a Challenge Level of only 1/2, they were not a concern.


    While Char was pondering, up ahead, the Magic Pets had already begun to fight according to the plan they had formulated beforehand.


    The Steel Teeth Boar turned to circle behind, protecting its mate and offspring, ready to counterattack against Lantern Firefly. Just then, from the grass beside the boar, erupted a blinding Blazing Light.


    The intense light brought a strong stimulus to all the Steel Teeth Pigs, making them subconsciously close their eyes.


    In Char''s vision, the forest seemed to suddenly burst into a white blaze of light. He was still at a distance and it was intense, so what must the Steel Teeth Pigs caught right in the burst of light have felt?


    Probably trapped in the white light, even with their eyes closed, they could still feel the blank whiteness all around them, right?


    This was the first time Char had seen Star Worm use "Blazing Light," and the effect was surprisingly good.


    The Steel Teeth Boar let out a threatening and nervous howl. Its intelligence was not low, and it naturally felt an intense sense of crisis.


    At that moment, he heard a loud croak not far away.


    The croak disturbed the Steel Teeth Pigs'' Perception, causing those with keen hearing to overlook the already very light sound of Lantern Firefly''s flight.


    Suddenly!


    The boar felt an intense pain in its right eye, and before it could scream, there was also a severe pain in its brain, accompanied by a strong burning sensation.


    It was as if a red-hot Steel Needle had pierced through the eye and then stabbed into the brain.


    Such pain was inhuman, even for the thick-skinned and dull-pained Steel Teeth Pig, it was maddeningly painful.


    It crazily tried to launch "Steel Needle Burst" for a dying blow, to drag the enemy down with it, but it didn''t expect that as soon as this thought surfaced, the Red-hot Steel Needle in its head stirred violently...


    Then, its thoughts scattered like snapped strings, forgetting to launch "Steel Needle Burst," and after that, its thoughts were completely severed, plunging into eternal darkness.


    Blazing Light faded, and the forest returned to darkness.


    Only to see the Steel Teeth Boar frozen in place as if immobilized, with Lantern Firefly fluttering before it, the Red-hot True Red Thorn piercing through the boar''s right eye.


    In the darkness, there seemed to be a silent and clear chant as True Red Thorn was sheathed. Lantern Firefly quickly retreated, dodging the angry attacks of the other Steel Teeth Pigs.


    ''Success! The situation is settled!''


    Char felt great joy in his heart.


    With the most troublesome and potentially dangerous Steel Teeth Boar killed, the remaining pigs could no longer cause any trouble.


    From the very beginning, in formulating the battle plan, he had focused on this boar.


    He himself would shoot from a distance to attract the attention of the Steel Teeth Pigs, then have Lantern Firefly initiate "Red Glow" from behind as a sneak attack.


    But while "Red Glow" did considerable damage, it was not the true killing move. Just like his arrows, "Red Glow" was a feint.


    The real killing move was the combination of three major Magic Pets: Star Worm, Lantern Firefly, and Lotus Leaf Frog!

 Chapter 19: Thrilling, The Star Worm’s Strength Rises Again

    Chapter 19: Chapter 19: Thrilling, The Star Worm''s Strength Rises AgainThree Magic Pets!


    The Star Worm unleashed "Blazing Light" to achieve temporary blindness. At the same time, the Lotus Leaf Frog''s loud croak masked the sound of the Lantern Firefly''s approach to the boar. Then, the Lantern Firefly delivered the final blow.


    The boar''s vision and hearing were both impaired, allowing for the Lantern Firefly''s lethal strike; otherwise, even if the Lantern Firefly successfully got close to the boar and unleashed the True Red Thorn, it couldn''t guarantee that the boar wouldn''t launch a deadly counterattack in its dying throes¡ªa "Steel Needle Burst" that could grievously wound the Lantern Firefly.


    Now, the battle plan was advancing perfectly, everything proceeding just as speculated.


    A "Water Arrow" shot from the bushes, striking one of the juvenile Steel Teeth Pigs and sending it flying.


    This was the Lotus Leaf Frog launching "Water Arrow."


    Its movement speed was much slower than that of the Lantern Firefly or the Star Worm, and it made more noise. Therefore, Char did not dare let it get too close, lest it spook the prey.


    Only after the battle erupted did the Lotus Leaf Frog unleash its full capabilities, hopping forward at full speed.


    Under the siege of the three Magic Pets, led by Lantern Firefly, Steel Teeth Pigs fell one by one. The sow''s cries turned from initial anger to utter woe but were powerless to change anything.


    Just as the battle was about to come to a close, Char was preparing to jump down from the tree.


    Suddenly, the sow, which had been stabbed several times by the Lantern Firefly and was now grievously injured and weakened, seemed to burst forth with strength again.


    It let out a roar filled with hate, discarding Lantern Firefly and turning towards Char, its mouth gleaming with long, tusk-like fangs that shone metallic in the moonlight. This cold gleam was then reflected in the red light of the Lantern Firefly''s lantern.


    ''Not good!''


    Char instinctively felt something was amiss and, without thinking, dodged behind a large tree. A loud noise followed, and he felt the tree shake violently before he stumbled to the ground.


    Lantern Firefly, Star Worm, and Lotus Leaf Frog all made sounds of concern.


    The speed of the crossing blade lights bursting from the sow''s fangs was too fast, arriving in an instant where Char had just been standing.


    Not only had Char barely managed to react, but they also didn''t have enough time to intervene.


    On the ground, Char was drenched in a cold sweat.


    If he hadn''t moved behind the tree in time, and if the tree hadn''t been so thick, he might have been dismembered by now.


    In his past life, when had he ever experienced such danger and excitement? That moment of life and death had been instantaneous; had he been a moment slower, the tree a bit thinner, or if he hadn''t mastered "Universal Arrow Skill" and become a Level 2 archer, remaining as clumsy as before, he would have been dead now.


    ''The otherworldly realm is truly too dangerous!''


    Char touched his heart, and only now did he feel it return to its rightful place.


    Yet even so, his heart still raced.


    Above ground, seeing that Char was unharmed, Lantern Firefly breathed a sigh of relief, but then the lantern it was holding flared up with anger, and the True Red Thorn on its back swelled in size.


    Light flew by, and Lantern Firefly thrust its sword towards the sow''s eyes.


    But faster than Lantern Firefly was the Star Worm.


    With the fall of a star, the Star Worm exerted all its strength, slamming down hard on the sow''s snout before being flung away, tumbling like a gemstone on the ground, rolling several times in the grass.


    The sow screamed in pain, but it was too weak, near the end of its strength ¡ª so even the agonized screams turned into grunts. And when the glimmering light faded, and the crimson Stabbing Sword pierced the sow''s eye socket, even those grunts came to an abrupt end.


    By the time Char arrived, all the Steel Teeth Pigs had been slain.


    The Star Worm took flight from his shoulder, dancing in front of him like a bright star¡ªit had just fiercely bumped into the sow''s snout before flying back up, immediately returning to Char''s side to check on his condition.


    Since it had ascertained that Char was alright, the Star Worm''s attention had already shifted to the carcasses of the Steel Teeth Pigs.


    But it didn''t absorb the magic power from the pig carcasses without asking, flying to the corpses and then back to Char, starting to dance in front of him.


    Despite being unable to speak, show facial expressions, or even make hand gestures due to its lack of hands and feet, astoundingly, Char could detect an element of flattery, even fawning, in its dance.


    He couldn''t help but chuckle and agreed to the Star Worm''s request with a smile.


    Although unsure of the Star Worm''s upper limits, Char couldn''t really stand in the way of its advancement if it could level up by absorbing the power from demon beast carcasses, could he?


    Before being tossed into the river to mislead the boar and the sow, all the Steel Teeth Piglets had been thoroughly drained by the Star Worm, so not all of it went to waste.


    With Char''s nod of approval, the Star Worm once again emitted a wind chime-like joyful hum, flying to one of the Steel Teeth Piglets like a twinkling star ringing in the night.


    Steel-colored specks appeared on the surface of the body, slowly flowing into the Star Worm''s body, which flickered like a charging indicator light, alternating between light and dark. Sear?h the ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    It wasn''t long before the Star Worm had finished absorbing the power from that piglet and flew onto another.


    The Star Worm was the type that preferred to save the best for last.


    It did the same with food, liking to eat those of lower quality and taste first, and saving the highest quality, tastiest bits for the end.


    This time, it started by absorbing the power from the piglet carcasses, choosing them first.


    Char waited quietly on the side, constantly focusing on the Star Worm''s panel, silently hoping it would take a step further and raise its Challenge Level to 1.


    If that were the case, he could possess one magic pet with a Challenge Level of 2 and two with a Challenge Level of 1.


    Lantern Firefly, like a loyal warrior, stood guard on the side. The Lotus Leaf Frog simply squatted nearby, occasionally flicking out its tongue to catch a bug or two for a taste.


    Char watched as the Star Worm''s attributes began to change, but to his disappointment, even after the Star Worm had absorbed the power from the Steel Teeth Boar, its Challenge Level had not risen to 1, but rather remained at 3/4.


    ''3/4 Level? Is there even such a level?''


    Looking at the Star Worm''s panel, Char couldn''t help but think. Until now, he had no idea that there was such a level in the DND world view.


    [Star Worm]


    [Attributes]: Strength 7, Defense 26, Agility 18, Constitution 11, Intelligence 10, Perception 13


    [Life Value]: 176/176


    [Magic Power]: 31/31


    [Skills]: Blazing Light (1 ring)


    [Challenge Level]: 3/4


    Several of the Star Worm''s attributes had improved, and both Life Value and Magic Power had increased substantially, but unfortunately, it hadn''t acquired any new Skills, which was probably why its Challenge Level had ultimately only increased by 1/4.


    If it had mastered a new Skill, it might well have reached Level 1.


    Soon, Char consoled himself¡ªleveling up was certainly going to be more difficult the further one progressed. It was quite normal that eight or nine demon beasts of Challenge Levels 2, 1, 1/2, and 1/4 hadn''t managed to directly boost the Star Worm from 1/2 to 1.

 Chapter 20: Smoked Pork, Discovery of the Star Worm

    Chapter 20: Chapter 20: Smoked Pork, Discovery of the Star WormIt was normal for the Star Worm to not be able to elevate its Challenge Level to 1.


    If it were that easy, how fast would the Star Worm''s leveling speed be?


    It wouldn''t take long before its Challenge Level would rise to 4, 5.


    That was far too idealistic and almost impossible to achieve.


    The group carried all the Steel Teeth Pig carcasses into the carriage, all of which were meat!


    Although he was no longer short of hunting means now, and it was unlikely that there would be a food shortage again, wasting was still not an option.


    The meat of the adult Steel Teeth Pig, well, it certainly wouldn''t taste good, but the meat of a few piglets and two subadults definitely wouldn''t be that tough.


    After carrying the Steel Teeth Pigs back to the carriage, Char glanced at the sky, noticed that dawn was breaking, and decided not to sleep any further. He started processing the Steel Teeth Pigs instead.


    First, he drained the blood and started boiling water while doing so.


    He used boiling water to soften the pig bristles before plucking them, then he gutted them, cleaning the edible organs to keep and discarding the inedible ones as fertilizer.


    The tusks were probably the most valuable part of the Steel Teeth Pig and were also chopped off for preservation.


    While he hadn''t yet figured out how to use these tusks, they would definitely come in handy later, and if not, there was always the Prayer Altar.


    When he placed the tusks on the Prayer Altar, he didn''t believe the Prayer wouldn''t yield anything good.


    With the Prayer Altar, no matter how tough or tricky the Demon Beast was, he could extract every last bit of value from it, turning it into a treasure trove of resources.


    However, the task was nowhere near easy. The Steel Teeth Pig''s bristles were thick and stiff, and even after being scalded with boiling water, they were hard to remove. The large bodies of the males and females required a lot of effort to flip, turning this into a completely manual job.


    The Lantern Fireflies weren''t much help with this task, so he had to do it himself.


    So, by the time he was almost done with the process, several hours had passed, the day had fully brightened, drawing close to noon, and he was drenched in sweat, his clothes completely soaked as if he had taken a bath.


    Drinking a bit of water recently collected from the Lotus Leaf Spring made him feel slightly better.


    Char roasted several of the piglets, one of which had already been consumed by him and his Magic Pets, while the rest were reserved for lunch and dinner.


    Now, his daily activity level was far greater than before he passed through, necessitating a large energy intake, so his appetite had increased greatly. One roasted suckling pig per meal didn''t seem excessive.


    The meat of these Steel Teeth Piglets was tender and well-marbled, not gamy or smelly at all, and didn''t need various spices. It was simply roasted and delicious.


    In contrast, the taste of the larger Steel Teeth Pigs wasn''t as good, and Char could not eat them in a short time. Therefore, he chopped several large ones into pieces and strips, smoked them all to dry out the moisture in the meat, then strung them up with ropes and hung them under the cart''s eaves.


    After completing this grand project, he jumped into the creek for a refreshing bath.


    By this time, it was noon, but having eaten an entire roasted suckling pig, along with a few roasted bird eggs and a roasted fish, he wasn''t hungry now.


    The noon sunlight shone directly, and Char sat on a plank in front of the carriage door. Above his head hung a row of Steel Teeth Pig meat.


    The Lantern Fireflies rested on top of the carriage, while the Lotus Leaf Frog was catching fish in the river¡ªan assignment given to it by Char.


    As for the Star Worm?


    It was playing nearby.


    Now Char''s heart had gained enough security, and with the Star Worm''s strength significantly increased, he had recently stopped confining the Star Worm, allowing it to go out and play.


    After all, the Star Worm was smart enough to play nearby and not wander off too far.


    Char glanced at Old Ma leisurely munching on grass before him.


    Compared to when he had just transmigrated, the temperature had fallen considerably. Even under the bright midday sun, it wasn''t very hot.


    He withdrew his gaze and turned to look at the vegetable pot beside him, his expression somewhat troubled. The beet seeds had sprouted, but the tomato seeds had not.


    He didn''t understand anything about growing flowers or plants. In his previous life, although he kept plants to decorate his home and office, it couldn''t hide his nature as a "plant killer" ¨C he could even kill a cactus!


    As a "plant killer," how did he manage to maintain so many flowers, greens, and succulents at home and in the office? Of course, it was by constantly replacing them with new ones. Sear?h the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    As long as he replaced them frequently, no one would notice the many plants he had killed.


    It was the same after he transmigrated. He planted beets and tomatoes entirely according to the system''s instructions; if it didn''t work out, he had no solution.


    ...


    "Ring, ring, ring!"


    The sound of wind chimes caught Char''s attention, and the Star Worm flew over from not far away. He stood up, picked up his bow and arrow, and his sword, and jumped off the carriage.


    He was now generally able to distinguish the different meanings expressed by the Star Worm''s calls.


    Although the Star Worm''s calls always sounded like wind chimes, as if there was a bell gently swinging inside its translucent body, if you listened carefully, there were subtle differences.


    Last night''s call was purely joyful and cheerful, but the current call indicated that something was up, carrying a hint of urgency.


    With the Lotus Leaf Frog on guard at home, Char, accompanied by the Lantern Firefly and led by the Star Worm, ventured into the dense forest.


    Hate not having enough when it''s time to use.


    Although he now had three Magic Pets, a significant improvement from the beginning, he still felt stretched thin when it came to assigning tasks.


    His personal safety was the most important thing, so the strongest Lantern Firefly could not leave his side for even a moment, especially when he was out and about.


    Besides that, the carriage needed a Magic Pet to guard it, right?


    As Char''s trump card, the importance of the carriage could be said to be barely less significant than his own life safety. Previously, lacking Magic Pets, there was no alternative but to neglect some responsibilities when going out, taking both the Lantern Firefly and the Star Worm with him, leaving the carriage without any defensive capabilities.


    But now, since he already had three Magic Pets, he should certainly leave one to guard the home.


    The carriage had not been attacked in the past few days, which was merely good luck, not because the carriage was immune to attacks or would never be damaged.


    Moreover, strictly speaking, the carriage did once suffer an attack.


    Wasn''t that the time with the Green Skull Ghost Spider?


    Only, at that time, the Green Skull Ghost Spider''s target was him, not the carriage, which is why the carriage remained unscathed.


    Previous good luck does not mean the luck will always be good, so leaving a Magic Pet to guard the home is absolutely necessary, and the Lotus Leaf Frog was the perfect candidate for the job.


    As for the Star Worm?


    Its strength was too weak, whether to guard the home or to act as Char''s bodyguard; it fell far short of the requirements to perform tasks on its own and could almost only follow Char around as a companion pet.


    "Star Worm, what have you found?"


    On the way, Char couldn''t help but ask.

 Chapter 21 - 21 Little Fairy, Flower Fairy

    Chapter 21: Chapter 21 Little Fairy, Flower Fairy```


    The Star Worm fluttered back and forth, attempting to answer Char''s question.


    But the answer was obviously too complicated to be conveyed by mere flight, so even after the Star Worm fluttered about for a long time, Char still could not understand what it was trying to convey.


    Fortunately, the site of the incident was not far away, so the revelation of the answer would not be delayed for too long.


    After a while, the Star Worm came to a stop.


    Char looked around and did not discover anything; just as he was about to inquire further, he saw the Star Worm lower its altitude and fly into a cluster of flowers.


    The Florence Forest should have entered autumn by now. There were few flowering plants in the forest, and the autumn rain that had fallen two days before had withered countless flowers.


    The flowers in front of him, though referred to as a flower cluster, were actually sparse, with only a few scattered blooms, all of which looked wilted from being battered by the wind and rain.


    Just as Char bent over and was about to part the flowers, he heard a startled cry from the flower cluster.


    "Ah!"


    Since his crossing over, Char had not heard a human voice again. He hardly spoke a few words himself all day, so when he suddenly heard a human voice, he was startled.


    He hurriedly parted the flowers and saw a petite humanoid creature lying there.


    This creature had human facial features, a human torso, and human limbs; it was quite beautiful, resembling a miniature beauty.


    The miniature beauty was wearing a pink petal-shaped dress, with two pink petals covering her chest, her skin was glowing white, she was dressed revealingly but it somehow made her look even more pure and innocent, she had two sets of fairy-like pale green wings on her back, and she was surrounded by starry twinkling dust, as if she had an aura of her own.


    "You... you better not come closer, Tree-man Grandpa will not let you off..."


    The miniature beauty''s face was full of terror, and she tried to retreat backward while threatening Char to prevent him from approaching.


    But her voice was so soft, and her tone so fragile, that coupled with her terrified expression, there was not the slightest bit of deterrence.


    As the miniature beauty retreated, she struggled to fly, but her wings seemed to have been torn by something; despite her struggles, she could not take flight¡ªif she truly could have flown, she would not have been discovered by Char just now.


    Char''s face was filled with joy, but his gaze was not focused on the miniature beauty herself, but rather on the panel that emerged from her.


    [Flower Fairy]


    [Skills]: Aromatic Healing (Cantrip), Butterfly Light Powder (Cantrip), Animal Companion (1st Level), Flowers in Full Bloom (1st Level), Natural Flourishing (1st Level)


    [Challenge Level]: 1/4


    [Introduction]: The Flower Fairy is one of the fairies nurtured by nature, transformed from fresh flowers. They possess a beautiful appearance just like the flowers they come from. They are delicate yet kind-hearted, love beauty and are talkative, sometimes fond of playing pranks. Each Flower Fairy has the ability to make flowers bloom, and whoever gains the favor of a Flower Fairy gains the recognition of nature.


    Surprise!


    A big surprise!


    Char had not expected that the Star Worm''s random frolicking nearby would lead him to a distressed Flower Fairy!


    What is a Flower Fairy?


    That''s nature''s darling! A sprite born from nature! It''s a type of fairy!


    Fairies are different from elves, even though they sound similar and their names can be confusing, but in fact, they are two completely different creatures.


    Elves have pointed ears and beautiful human-like appearance. Their bodies are made of flesh and blood, and they bleed when injured.


    Fairies, on the other hand, are spirits birthed by nature, mostly transformed from plants, and a few from other natural elements. They do not have a true flesh body and are more akin to entities solidified by spirit forces.


    The Flower Fairy is one of the most common types of fairies. Having a Flower Fairy join his castle would be a wonderful addition.


    Of course, Char was not concerned about the Flower Fairy''s combat ability.


    Fairies are synonymous with beauty, petiteness, and fragility, known for their generally weak combat capabilities.


    ```


    ```


    The Flower Fairy before him had a Challenge Level of only 1/4, weaker than the Star Worm, hardly accounting for any combat ability.


    What he valued was the Flower Fairy''s abilities.


    The Flower Fairy, truly a Spirit birthed by nature, one could tell from her panel just how much nature favored her.


    This Flower Fairy named "Betty," although her Combat Level was only 1/4, possessed a total of five Skills! Moreover, three of them were Level 1 Skills!


    She had the most Skills of all the Transcendent creatures Char had seen so far! Sear?h the N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Creatures with much greater combat power like the Lantern Firefly and the Steel Teeth Boar only had two Skills each. Compared to the Flower Fairy, they were instantly reduced to dregs.


    Who was the favorite child of nature, it was crystal clear at a glance.


    Seeing the Flower Fairy scared, the Star Worm flew anxiously in front of her, eager to explain.


    The Lantern Firefly was much more decisive than the Star Worm; it instantly drew the True Red Thorn, charged coldly at the Flower Fairy with the glowing red sword, aiming straight for her snow-white neck.


    The Flower Fairy let out a piercing scream, suddenly bursting into a halo of faint rainbow light, from within the halo, countless rainbow dust particles faintly took the shape of butterflies...


    Although most of the Flower Fairy''s Skills were not combat Skills, this did not mean she had no combat ability at all.


    "Butterfly Light Powder" was her combat Skill.


    Strictly speaking, "animal companion" was also a combat Skill, but it was clear that this particular Flower Fairy''s animal companion had either died in battle or she had lost contact with it; in any case, it was not by her side.


    "Stop, Lantern Firefly!"


    Char promptly called out to stop her, simultaneously feeling somewhat dumbfounded internally.


    The Lantern Firefly was good in every way, but sometimes being too dedicated to its duties was not a good thing.


    Like now, confronted by a "threat," before he even issued an order, it had already taken action, showing not the slightest intention of pity or mercy.


    Although he believed that the Lantern Firefly would not deal a lethal blow, that this sword stroke was merely meant to control the Flower Fairy, it could easily lead to misunderstandings!


    Seeing that he had stopped the Lantern Firefly, the butterfly light powder around the Flower Fairy did not disperse, still poised to strike.


    In that instant, Char''s mind raced.


    As a game developer, particularly of games with a distinct fantasy orientation, he was naturally well-read in various fantasy legends and stories. At this moment, his mind was churning with information related to Flower Fairies.


    He quickly formulated a plan.


    "Flower Fairy! Rest assured! I will not hurt you, I am a Half-Elf."


    The butterfly light powder around the Flower Fairy finally dispersed, and the rainbow halo also dimmed somewhat.


    "Half-Elf?"


    The despair and fear on the Flower Fairy''s face dissipated a bit, her lake-blue eyes looking at Char with doubt and belief.


    ''I bet correctly!'' Char silently breathed a sigh of relief.


    Like this Flower Fairy, Natural Fairies were generally shy and secretive; they didn''t like deceitful humans who would capture them to sell, nor did they favor the rude, ale-loving Dwarves, and had an extreme aversion to the ferocious and bloodthirsty Beastmen and Half-Beasts.


    But toward certain races, fairies felt an affinity, such as the cheerful and optimistic Halflings and the nature-close Elves.


    Especially Elves, fairies were naturally close to them, and the Elves also particularly cherished these favorites of nature.


    Having half of an Elf''s lineage, for the Flower Fairy, it was like being gifted "Silver Water," enough to gain her trust.


    ```

 Chapter 22: Recruiting the Flower Fairy

    Chapter 22: Chapter 22: Recruiting the Flower Fairy"Don''t be afraid, the Star Worms and Lantern Fireflies are my companions, they won''t harm you. Are you injured?"


    Char did his best to appear gentle and amiable, and since he was skilled at communication and inhabiting a body that was young and attractive with delicate features, he looked like a nice person at first glance.


    Therefore, it didn''t take long for the Flower Fairy Betty to choose to trust him.


    "Yes! That big monster was so scary, it chased after Betty relentlessly and even bit Betty''s wings, bad monster!"


    "Your name is Betty?"


    "Yes, yes, what''s your name?"


    As the Flower Fairy replied, she gently flared her nostrils, sniffing Char carefully, and her face revealed a completely relaxed expression.


    "You really are a Half-Elf."


    Char nodded, then answered her previous question.


    "My name is Char, Char Rain Season, because I was born during the rainy season. Betty, this place is too dangerous for you, how about you come to my place to heal? I have just the right potions for treatment."


    To close the distance with Betty, Char made up a story casually, though he felt his guess might not be far off¡ªit was very likely that ''Char Rain Season'' indeed referred to being born in the rainy season.


    "Thank you so much, Mr. Char."


    Betty stood up, gave Char a curtsy like a lady, and then she noticed the dirt on her hands and feet. Her face immediately flushed red as she hid her hands behind her back and entangled her feet together, trying to cover the mud stains.


    Char couldn''t help but smile inwardly, speaking while reaching out his hand to Betty.


    "Do you need to get cleaned up first, Miss Betty?"


    Betty''s face lit up with appreciation, once again she gently lifted her pink petal skirt and bent her knees in a lady-like curtsy.


    "You are truly a gentleman who delights in helping others, Mr. Char."


    With that, she carefully stepped onto Char''s palm, holding her skirt.


    ''This Little Flower Fairy must have read too many knight novels, right?''


    Watching Betty''s somewhat contrived and earnest imitation of an aristocratic lady, Char found it quite amusing internally.


    However, outwardly, he showed none of this reaction; not only did he keep his amusement to himself, but he also played along by referring to her as ''Miss Betty''.


    The Star Worm emitted chime-like tinkling sounds, swirling in circles around Betty as if to welcome a new comrade.


    Of course, so far, Betty wasn''t considered their new comrade.


    But Char did hope that Betty would join them, because her "Natural Flourishing" and "Flowers in Full Bloom" skills were incredibly useful.


    "Natural Flourishing" could promote rapid growth in plants, while "Flowers in Full Bloom" could make plants bloom instantly. In essence, a Flower Fairy was a natural-born gardener and horticulturist.


    Wasn''t he just struggling to grow beets and tomatoes?


    With Betty here, that problem could be resolved swiftly.


    Though growing flowers and vegetables were different, the essence was similar, and Betty''s "Flowers in Full Bloom" and "Natural Flourishing" could equally affect beet seeds and tomato seeds.


    Indeed, through Prayer, he could also wish for Magic Pets skilled at farming and growing crops.


    After all, in "Mobile Castle¡¤Fantasy Forest," Magic Pets serve as the player''s only helpers, taking on a variety of tasks including farming, which was a crucial aspect of the game.


    If a player did not have Magic Pets capable of assisting with farming, they couldn''t get by in the game.


    However, who knew when he could wish for Magic Pets skilled in farming?


    What''s more, whether these Magic Pets were still in the Wish Pond was uncertain!


    After all, this was no longer the pure Mobile Castle game world.


    Therefore, to be able to enjoy fresh and tasty vegetables soon, Char had to recruit the Flower Fairy to his side.


    Moreover, besides this function, the Flower Fairy has other uses too.


    Char looked at Betty who was sitting beside his palm, propping her chin with her hands, her feet dangling and gently swaying as she looked into the distance.


    The Flower Fairy was pint-sized, no taller than seven or eight centimeters, barely larger than a phoenix butterfly, but she had all the features a person should have, even her fingers were delicate and distinct.


    Char wanted Betty to join this big family not only because she was good at promoting plant growth and could help him plant vegetables and grains, but also because she was so far the only intelligent being with whom he could communicate.


    He was lonely!


    If he couldn''t find someone to talk to soon, there was a risk that not only would his mental health suffer, but his ability to communicate would also start to deteriorate.


    Furthermore, although the Flower Fairy lived in seclusion, hiding in the depths of the forest, when it came to understanding this world, she was surely far more knowledgeable than him, a transmigrator who knew nothing.


    Betty could very well become his teacher in common knowledge.


    Starlight fell, tinting Betty''s body that already had a fairy-like glow with a warm hue.


    Betty turned her head and saw the Star Worm, which like a star, was slowly descending beside her.


    She had a good impression of the Star Worm.


    As a Flower Fairy, Betty could vaguely sense the true emotions of other creatures, discerning whether they held goodwill or malice toward her.


    The Star Worm had always harbored goodwill towards her.


    Additionally, Flower Fairies love splendor, forests, sunrises, waterfalls, and all things beautiful; they feel an extra affinity and tolerance for pretty things, and the Star Worm was undoubtedly pretty.


    Therefore, Betty was very affectionate towards the Star Worm.


    "Hello there, Star Worm."


    She greeted the Star Worm politely but caught a glimpse of a bit of red and a flicker of light. Her face immediately fell, and she let out a cold huff, turning her head away indifferently.


    The Lantern Firefly was also quite striking in appearance, beautiful, handsome, and austere. In a game, it would become a popular pet just based on looks alone.


    But who asked the Lantern Firefly to offend Betty?


    Naturally, she would not show a good face.


    Char took the initiative to become the peacemaker.


    "Miss Betty, the Lantern Firefly didn''t mean to hurt you just now, it just wanted to stop your action."


    But the grudge-bearing little fairy hardly seemed likely to let go of her grievance merely because of Char''s explanation; she acted as if she hadn''t heard and continued her conversation with the Star Worm.


    Just as Char was about to say something else, suddenly, the flapping sound of the Lantern Firefly''s wings abruptly intensified, the True Red Thorn was unsheathed, and the Red Glow in the lantern instantly grew larger...


    "What are you doing! You rude creature!"


    Betty screamed in fright.


    Then she saw a flash of red as the Lantern Firefly flew off into the distance, quickly disappearing from their line of sight.


    Char''s expression was not a good one. Sear?h the N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    The action of the Lantern Firefly indicated that some presence capable of posing a great threat to them was approaching¡ªand urgently so, as the Lantern Firefly had not even had time to signal an explanation to him before darting off.


    And an enemy that could pose a threat to the Lantern Firefly was undoubtedly very dangerous and lethal to him personally.


    So, without hesitation, Char swiftly climbed the tallest and sturdiest tree nearby, seeking a high vantage point.


    In the midst of climbing, Betty, who had realized she had misunderstood the Lantern Firefly, furrowed her brow and made a disgusted sound.


    "So stinky, so stinky! It''s those ugly brutes!"


    "What ugly brutes?"


    "Bear Goblins!"

 Chapter 23 - 23 The Ugly Bear Goblin

    Chapter 23: Chapter 23 The Ugly Bear Goblin```


    Betty''s face was full of contempt as she loudly called out the name of the incoming enemy, her disdain tinged with fear.


    Clearly, despite her disgust for the creature, she had to admit that her opponent was strong in combat, which frightened her.


    Almost simultaneously with Betty''s words, Char also saw the enemy.


    There was a large, ugly humanoid creature in the forest battling the Lantern Fireflies.


    From a distance, the Lantern Fireflies launched an attack with "Red Glow," nearly imperceptible flames that passed through the woods but spread rapidly upon striking their target, suddenly becoming very conspicuous.


    However, the Lantern Fireflies'' "Red Glow," while it burned the enemy and caused unrelenting roars of pain, did not inflict significant damage in a short period¡ªthe flames needed time to sear.


    The enemy, with a very tall and robust physique, was much taller than Char, wielding a nail head hammer and wearing animal hide clothing so tattered and rudimentary that it could not completely cover its private parts.


    Its appearance was utterly ugly and sleazy, and the addition of brown blotchy fur, similar to that of a hyena, made it even more hideous.


    One could say it was a thoroughly repulsive thing!


    Bear Goblin!


    A race born for battle and mayhem.


    They were ugly and greedy, foolish and belligerent, with low intelligence, they lived by looting and hunting, liked to bully the weak, and did not even spare their own relatives¡ªBear Goblins would often enslave any goblins and Big Goblins they encountered, and should they resist, they would be smashed to a pulp with the nail head hammer, and sometimes even massacred for no reason.


    Such beings were the epitome of all that was wrong, belonging to the most typical villains, and even among villains, they were just cannon fodder.


    Therefore, in fantasy stories, Bear Goblins were definitely one of the most notoriously initial monsters, appearing in the early stages of almost every fantasy setting and then becoming experience fodder for the protagonist.


    However, what was an easy harvest for other protagonists, in front of Char, it turned into a huge challenge.


    The bright "Challenge Level: 2" swayed in the distance with the Bear Goblin''s battle.


    [Bear Goblin]


    [Skills]: Fierce Hammer (1st Circle), Bloodthirst (1st Circle)


    [Challenge Level]: 2


    Below the Challenge Level was a few lines of an introduction, which was almost the same as what Char knew.


    The only addition was the content that "despite their daunting size, Bear Goblins are unexpectedly good at stealth operations. They are keen on ambushing enemies but often flee in panic when at a disadvantage."


    That''s why even with many Red Fireflies as scouts, the Lantern Fireflies only discovered the Bear Goblin when it got so close.


    Because the creature was really good at stealth operations.


    Even Betty, the Flower Fairy with her keen perception, who sensed every rustle of the wind and movement of the grass, reacted slower than the Lantern Fireflies, and only "smelled" the Bear Goblin''s presence after a few beats!


    Not far off, the Lantern Fireflies had already gained the upper hand.


    Though for the Lantern Fireflies, dealing with an enemy as big and relatively agile as the Bear Goblin was more challenging.


    Because neither "Red Glow" nor "True Red Thorn" would be very effective unless they hit vital points.


    Both skills had enough killing power, but their area of effect was too small.


    Such skills were extremely effective against smaller enemies like Green Skull Ghost Spiders, but against an opponent like the Bear Goblin, whose size far exceeded that of the Lantern Fireflies themselves, the effect was greatly reduced.


    Unless they hit a vital point, just like with the Steel Teeth Pig, it would be difficult to inflict serious harm.


    ```


    But the battle with the Steel Teeth Pig was a calculated ambush, and the result of their perfect cooperation with one person and three pets. Now, however, it was a chance encounter where neither side was prepared. How could this be the same?


    Moreover, Bear Goblins are much more agile than Steel Teeth Pigs.


    Considering various reasons, it was difficult for Lantern Firefly to kill the Bear Goblin by herself.


    However, while it was not easy for Lantern Firefly to kill the Bear Goblin, it was also not easy for the Bear Goblin to harm such a small, agile creature that could fly.


    It was even more difficult.


    Furthermore, as a top-tier entity with a Challenge Level of 2, Lantern Firefly''s raw power was clearly much stronger than that of the Bear Goblin, so she soon gained the upper hand.


    But Char''s expression did not lighten as a result; his face remained grim. S§×ar?h the n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Bear Goblins are not solitary creatures; they often group together in threes and fives, enslaving lots of goblins and Big Goblins.


    The combat power of goblins can be negligible and they hardly possess any battle will, but their terror increases with their numbers.


    Even ants can kill an elephant when numerous enough.


    Not to mention apart from goblins, there are also Big Goblins.


    Big Goblins'' combat efficiency is much stronger compared to goblins. Judging by the Bear Goblin''s data, the Big Goblins'' Challenge Level is likely to be 1, equivalent to the Lotus Leaf Frog.


    What right did he have to look down on goblins and Big Goblins?


    Although there was only one Bear Goblin present, its appearance suggested that nearby there could be a group of Bear Goblins, Big Goblins, and goblins.


    This was not a force he could withstand.


    Char even suspected that the group of Steel Teeth Pigs had appeared nearby because of these goblins.


    They were here to avoid the goblins, not because this was their original habitat.


    A sense of urgency rose within him.


    This series of crises kept unfolding, one after another, giving him no chance to catch his breath.


    No sooner had his situation started to improve, allowing him a moment of relaxation, than a new problem emerged, as if the goddess of fate was specifically playing jokes on him.


    What was the name of the goddess of fate in this world?


    Char took a deep breath, pushed away the chaotic thoughts in his mind, and placed Betty on his shoulder.


    "Betty, hold on tight. Star Treasure, go help Lantern Firefly!"


    He quickly gave orders, then swiftly notched and aimed his arrow.


    Since he didn''t know how far away the nearest goblin was, he had to fight quickly. If the battle dragged on too long and alerted nearby goblins, escaping would become difficult.


    He had to feel fortunate that, for some reason, the Bear Goblin before them was traveling alone. It provided Char with an opportunity. If it had been accompanied by a bunch of goblins and Big Goblins, things would have been much worse.


    Betty clung tightly to Char''s clothes, creating two small creases.


    The bowstring vibrated, the arrow feather sang, and an arrow shot towards the Bear Goblin, only to be easily blocked by its nail head hammer.


    The "Universal Arrow Skill" he had just learned could handle goblins, but trying to take on a Bear Goblin was too much of a stretch. Char didn''t expect to be able to damage the Bear Goblin.


    For him, it was enough just to draw a portion of the Bear Goblin''s attention.

 Chapter 24 - 24 Slaying the Bear Goblin

    Chapter 24: Chapter 24: Slaying the Bear Goblin


    Chapter 24: Chapter 24: Slaying the Bear Goblin


    In the forest, a blindingly red glow kept circling the Bear Goblin incessantly.


    The Bear Goblin swung its nail head hammer creating a fierce wind, but it simply couldn¡¯t keep up with the red glow. Instead, its wounds increased one after another under the continuous assault of the Lantern Firefly.


    Though the Red Glow¡¯s damage seemed insignificant at first, it was like a festering ulcer, spreading its burn ever wider and impossible to extinguish. Initially, there were only a few clusters of vivid red flames, but by now, they had grown to the size of a palm.


    It not only singed the hair off in those areas but also burned through the skin and charred the flesh beneath, burning deeper into the tissue. If left untreated, there was no doubt the Red Glow would burn down to the bone.


    At first, the Bear Goblin could ignore the pain, but now it was becoming increasingly unbearable.


    Even with its limited intelligence, the Bear Goblin understood that its situation was dire.


    So, amidst an angry roar, it activated its failproof skill¡ª ¡°Bloodthirst¡±.


    A surge of blood red ascended, and the Bear Goblin¡¯s dull, yellowish eyes instantly turned blood red.


    At the same time, the muscles all over its body began to swell, instantly increasing its size. Even its canine teeth grew substantially; every single one of its hairs exuded an aura of bloodlust.


    But the increase in size didn¡¯t slow down the Bear Goblin.


    On the contrary, it moved even faster.


    Under the ¡°Bloodthirst¡± state, another skill, ¡°Hammer Strike¡±, was immediately activated!


    The crimson spread, and the nail head hammer brutally plunged towards the Lantern Firefly.


    Even though the Lantern Firefly had braced itself, the sudden increase in the Bear Goblin¡¯s speed caught it somewhat off guard.


    However, being an agile Insect Warrior, it ultimately dodged the attack by a hair¡¯s breadth, thanks to its swift reaction.


    But the skill¡¯s attack was something entirely different from a normal hammer strike. Although the nail head hammer didn¡¯t hit the Lantern Firefly directly, when it smashed into the ground, it sent out a blood-colored shockwave.


    The blood-colored ripples flung the Lantern Firefly out.


    The Bear Goblin exhaled two streams of blood-colored breath from its nose. Its vile, ugly face showed a bloodthirsty grin as it pulled out the nail head hammer and started to chase after the Lantern Firefly.


    But just then, a dazzling golden light burst forth ahead, and it was much more blinding than the midday sun, like numerous Light Swords piercing the Bear Goblin¡¯s eyes.


    The intense burning sensation tormented the Bear Goblin¡¯s eyes, and it let out a pained scream, instinctively covering its eyes with its arms.


    But the next second, excruciating pain shot through its eyes, and the Bear Goblin¡¯s screams of agony were abruptly cut short.


    Looking down from a tree branch, Char breathed a sigh of relief as he watched the Bear Goblin fall with a crash.


    The combination skill unleashed by the Lantern Firefly and the Star Worm was indeed failproof, not guaranteed against higher-level Demon Beasts, but against enemies of the same level as the Lantern Firefly, it had a perfect record.


    The Star Worm quickly landed on the Bear Goblin¡¯s corpse to hasten the absorption of strength.


    Char glanced at Betty, who had relaxed on his shoulder, and suddenly had an idea.


    ¡°Betty, if I take the Bear Goblin¡¯s hammer, can it track us through the hammer?¡±


    For safety¡¯s sake, he had intended not to take any trophies, because he wasn¡¯t sure if the Bear Goblin could trace them through the nail head hammer¡¯s scent.


    But now, with Betty, a native, at his side, he at least could ask for an opinion.


    ¡°No, Bear Goblin¡¯s noses aren¡¯t that sensitive.¡±


    Char felt relieved and quickly asked the Lantern Firefly to bring over the nail head hammer as well.


    The Lantern Firefly was much smaller in size compared to the nail head hammer. The sight of the tiny Lantern Firefly flying through the air, holding a gigantic nail head hammer in one hand, looked utterly unscientific, defying physics and common sense, and even somewhat comical.


    But with a strength of 25 points, it wasn¡¯t surprising that the Lantern Firefly could lift the nail head hammer. S§×ar?h the n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    The group quickly left, and without any delay, they moved once again after returning to the carriage.


    Fortunately, all of Char¡¯s belongings were on the carriage, making it convenient to transfer; otherwise, it would have taken more time.


    Watching Old Ma struggle to pull the carriage, Char couldn¡¯t help feeling anxious.


    The horse pulling the carriage was really too old, and it was slow to begin with. Moreover, with the recent increase in the number of items on the carriage, the weight had significantly increased, making it even slower.


    In a situation like this, where danger had been detected in advance and a preemptive move was possible, it was manageable. However, if they were to suddenly encounter danger and needed to make an urgent transfer, then they would be in trouble.


    Who could they outrun?


    But there was no other way for him to improve this problem, the ¡°power¡± of the Mobile Castle was fixed. Unless upgraded, there was no way to enhance the ¡°power system¡± of the castle.


    In other words, even if he were to get a second horse before the carriage was upgraded, it couldn¡¯t be used to pull the carriage.


    Therefore, to increase the mobility speed of the castle, Char could only hope for an upgrade to the castle itself.


    After leaving the Lantern Firefly outside to keep watch, Char turned and entered the carriage.


    He first expended a strand of Praying Power to exchange for a bottle of wound medicine, but this potion was made from crushed herbs, rather than a Magic Potion.


    In fact, if he used a Prayer Fragment to make a prayer, he could have received a better healing concoction, such as a bottle of ¡°Basic Healing Potion.¡±


    If it was a Basic Healing Potion, Betty only needed to take a sip, and the wounds on her wings would heal rapidly.


    However, Betty¡¯s injuries were not life-threatening, so there was no need to use a Basic Healing Potion; regular wound medicine could also cure her injuries, though the healing time would be longer.


    The key point was, didn¡¯t he want to recruit Betty to join the team?


    Of course, he couldn¡¯t heal her injuries right away.


    If he healed her immediately, what if she just flew away the moment she got better?


    The healing needed to be gradual.


    Recruiting also had to be subtle and gradual, like a spring breeze that nourishes silently.


    Otherwise, without having built up any rapport, if her injuries were healed right away, would she not just leave?


    Moreover, with the ¡°Bear Goblin¡± crisis looming, how could he afford to waste a Prayer Fragment on a bottle of Basic Healing Potion?


    The best way to resolve the ¡°Bear Goblin crisis¡± was to continue recruiting Magic Pets. As long as he could recruit a Magic Pet with a Challenge Level of 4 or higher, the crisis could be resolved immediately.


    Although the chances of recruiting a Magic Pet with a Challenge Level of 4 or higher were slim, if one prayer didn¡¯t work, then he would try twice; if twice didn¡¯t work, then ten times. If ten times didn¡¯t work, then a hundred times!


    Eventually, he would be able to recruit one.


    What¡¯s more, even if he was unable to recruit a Magic Pet with a Challenge Level of 4 or higher, there was no need to pray a hundred times.


    Praying ten times would give him enough strength to resolve the ¡°Bear Goblin crisis.¡±


    Lantern Fireflies, Star Worms, Betty, and he himself already constituted a considerable force. With ten more Magic Pets, even if his luck was bad and the average Challenge Level of the pets recruited was only Level 1, it would still be enough to cope with the crisis.

 Chapter 25 - 25 Difficult Task Wild Boar Dagger

    Chapter 25: Chapter 25 Difficult Task, Wild Boar Dagger


    Chapter 25: Chapter 25 Difficult Task, Wild Boar Dagger


    [Adventure Task]


    [Task 1]Kill this group of goblins! (Difficult)


    [Task Description]: A group of goblins has come near you, these ugly creatures that bully the weak and fear the strong are enemies of all sentient beings, and the conflicts between them are irreconcilable. However, for you, the number of these goblins is somewhat too large, and their strength is too great, posing a large threat.


    What should be done?


    [Reward]: Bloodthirsty Pupil, Praying Power ¡Á25


    In the carriage, Char looked at the task prompt, frowning deeply.


    The task was already generated, indicating that the battle with the goblins was unavoidable. Even if he wanted to avoid it by staying far away, it was not possible.


    But!


    This battle was visibly dangerous.


    ¡°Kill this group of goblins!¡± This task had many situations that had never occurred before.


    Firstly, the reward of Praying Power was a total of 25 strands!


    This had never happened before!


    Before this, the task with the highest reward of Praying Power was to kill a family of Steel Teeth Pigs, and that was only rewarding 5 strands of Praying Power.


    But now, it had increased fivefold!


    Although this included the rewards for the first kills of goblins and Big Goblins, even so, so much Praying Power was still extravagant.


    Moreover, there was a ¡°difficult¡± description added to the task, which has never happened before.


    Furthermore, other tasks were in light blue text consistent with panel data, but the text of this task was blood red, and the stench of blood met the face.


    All of these signs were indicating that this task was not simple; the goblins that appeared nearby were powerful¡ªat least beyond what he could handle at the moment.


    What followed was going to be very dangerous for him.


    Closing the panel, Char focused his gaze on the two pieces of equipment before him.


    One was a nail head hammer obtained from a Bear Goblin he had killed, crudely made, and it was apparent that it was not crafted by a skilled artisan.


    [Bear Goblin¡¯s Nail Head Hammer]


    [Attribute]: Strength +1


    [Introduction]: A nail head hammer used by Bear Goblins to hammer people; ordinary craftsmanship, ordinary attributes, and even has a foul stench, allowing the holder to gain a bit of strength.


    It was a very ordinary piece of equipment, but better than his oak bow, which added no attributes and was just a regular longbow, not even comparing to the nail head hammer before him.


    Just as the system introduced, this hammer was smelly; he washed it several times and it still had a lingering stench, and only after adding some Lotus Leaf Spring water to the cleaning water was he finally able to remove the smell.


    Because of the unattractive appearance of this nail head hammer, the other piece of equipment seemed particularly exquisite.


    It was a curved dagger made from the fang of a Steel Teeth Pig, overall in steel color, shaped like a wild boar¡¯s fang but felt more like steel, the handle carved from pig bone, and wrapped in several layers of cloth to avoid discomfort to the hand.


    The entire dagger was both delicate and wild.


    This was the Wild Boar Dagger rewarded from a previous task.


    When he returned to the carriage for task settlement, the dagger appeared in the shrine along with the Praying Power.


    [Wild Boar Dagger]


    [Attribute]: Strength +1, Constitution +1


    [Skill]: Steel Skin (0 circle)


    [Introduction]: A dagger made from the fang of an adult male Steel Teeth Pig, allowing one to briefly gain skin as tough as steel, it is still a fairly decent weapon.


    Even though they all came from enemies at Challenge Level 2, the Wild Boar Dagger might be more valuable as it was a reward from a task that calculated not just the challenge of a male Steel Teeth Pig, but the difficulty of taking down an entire family of them.


    Therefore, compared to the nail head hammer, the Wild Boar Dagger was of much better quality, not only offering more attribute enhancements, but also coming with a Skill.


    When Char picked up the nail head hammer, he felt no change, but when he lifted the nearby Wild Boar Dagger, he distinctly felt a surge of strength flow from the dagger. Sear?h the Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    He opened his personal panel.


    [Name]: Char Rain Season


    [Race]: Half-Elf


    [Level]: 2


    [Profession]: Archer


    [Attributes]: Strength 12+1, Defense 8, Agility 14, Constitution 11+1, Intelligence 13, Perception 11


    [Life Value]: 1321/1321


    [Magic Power]: ¡ª¡ª


    [Skills]: Universal Arrow Skill lv1


    [Magic Pet]: Star Worm (Challenge Level 3/4), Lantern Firefly (Challenge Level 2), Lotus Leaf Frog (Challenge Level 1)


    Both Strength and Constitution had increased by one point, but more than that, Char could feel that he could activate the ¡°Steel Skin¡± skill merely by thinking about it.


    Such changes were clearly brought about by the Wild Boar Dagger.


    When he first got the Wild Boar Dagger, he wondered how such attribute enhancements, easily implemented in games as mere figures, could be realized in reality.


    Could it really be that simply holding the dagger would make him stronger and boost his constitution?


    It turned out to be exactly that, except that the increase in Strength and Constitution wasn¡¯t from nowhere; a mysterious force flowed from the Wild Boar Dagger, enhancing them and granting him temporary use of the ¡°Steel Skin¡± skill.


    For Char, this was unquestionably good news.


    The enhancement of his attributes improved his own combat capabilities, and the ¡°Steel Skin¡± skill, though not turning his body to actual steel, significantly augmented his resistance and ability to survive blows.


    Such a boost was like a timely aid amidst upcoming challenges.


    However, clearly, there was a great limitation to how much gear could enhance one¡¯s abilities.


    Though in reality there isn¡¯t a visible gear slot, Char surmised that this ¡°equipment slot¡± must still exist.


    Otherwise, adventurers would just need to stack various items on themselves to increase their combat effectiveness massively, which would obviously be unreasonable.


    Besides, gear probably also had an adaptability requirement, with different professions clearly pairing with different equipment.


    This was why holding the Wild Boar Dagger had effects, while holding the Bear Goblin¡¯s nail head hammer did nothing; as an archer, the dagger was a suitable weapon for him, but the hammer? Clearly not!


    ¡­


    In the carriage, Betty¡¯s wings were now covered with a light green ointment, exuding a fresh scent that carried an aroma of herbs.


    This scent was clearly very much to Betty the Flower Fairy¡¯s taste.


    Consequently, she felt very pleased and was curiously examining the interior of the carriage.


    Especially the Prayer Shrine.


    Little fairies generally are timid yet extremely curious creatures.


    For Betty, the aura emitted by the Praying Power inside the shrine felt very comforting.


    The dreamy and sacred colors of the Praying Power were even more mesmerizing to her.


    ¡°What is this, Mr. Char?¡±

 Chapter 26 - 26 Elf Village Green Rose Village

    Chapter 26: Chapter 26 Elf Village, Green Rose Village


    Chapter 26: Chapter 26 Elf Village, Green Rose Village


    Char did not respond to Betty¡¯s question.


    Observing the Little Flower Fairy sitting on the wooden bar at the head of the bed, swinging her legs up and down and looking around.


    Suddenly, a thought struck him: perhaps there was another way to solve the crisis.


    ¡°Betty, how did you arrive here? How were you injured? Where are your companions? And the Tree-man Grandpa you mentioned earlier, where is he?¡±


    Char asked several questions in a row. S§×ar?h the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Fairies were rarely seen alone.


    They feared loneliness and could not live without companions, so they always appeared in groups and seldom alone, and even if alone, they would not stray far from their companions.


    It was the same for the Little Flower Fairy.


    Of course, this was not the reason for the thought that struck Char.


    The reason for his insight was that he suddenly realized: there seemed to be more than just the method of continuing to recruit Magic Pets to deal with the crisis brought by the Bear Goblin.


    He could also seek external assistance!


    Although fairies were all darlings of nature, they generally lacked combat abilities, so even if they appeared in groups, they had little ability to resist when they truly faced danger.


    Therefore, they often needed protectors.


    Of course, this was not an absolute rule.


    Some fairies were very adept at survival, and those skilled in survival sometimes preferred not to live in groups and chose to live in solitude.


    However, Little Flower Fairies did not fall into this category; they needed companions as well as protectors.


    Thus, Little Flower Fairies often lived together with other intelligent creatures capable of protecting them.


    The previous threat Betty used about Tree-man was a clear proof.


    Although Char did not know the specific Challenge Level of the ¡°Tree-man Grandpa¡± Betty mentioned, it was certainly high, probably above Level 5.


    Such strength was enough to confront the goblins alone.


    More importantly, Tree-men often stayed with Elves.


    Fairies, Elves, and Tree-men, these races favored by nature, often appeared together.


    That meant there could likely be an Elf Village nearby!


    If Char were currently a human, then he would not dare to directly seek them out without caution.


    After all, in different fantasy worlds, the relationships between humans and Elves varied, and who knew whether the Elves in this world were friendly or hostile towards humans?


    But now, as a Half-Elf, he had no such worries. At least the Elves would not despise him.


    This was evident from Betty¡¯s attitude towards him.


    ¡°Betty, Betty got separated from Triss and the others.¡±


    The moment Betty heard Char¡¯s question, her previously joyful smile immediately collapsed into an expression that looked like she was about to cry.


    ¡°Tree-man Grandpa is in Green Rose Village, but Betty searched for a long, long time and couldn¡¯t find him. Then she met that big, bad bug, it was so ferocious!¡±


    ¡°Mr. Sparrow¡­ Mr. Sparrow died protecting Betty. It¡¯s all Betty¡¯s fault; Betty should not have been so playful.¡±


    As she spoke, sparkling tears began to roll down.


    The Star Worm, initially sitting aside and listening, hurriedly flew up, blinking and flitting around Betty, trying to comfort her.


    The Lotus Leaf Frog tilted its head, and after a while, let out a frog sound that showed it was unaware of the situation.


    ¡°Crock~?¡±


    After being upset for a while, Betty finally stopped crying.


    By this time, Char had more or less figured out the logic of the situation. Although Betty spoke in a haphazard manner, she had said almost all the information that needed to be said.


    She lived in a village in Green Rose Village, which was mostly an Elf Village.


    She had lost her little flower fairy companion due to her playfulness, and she probably had a severe sense of direction, so she had looked for a long time without finding her way back.


    Later, she accidentally encountered an attack by a large insect¡ªlikely a Demon Beast, which indirectly caused the death of her animal companion, Mr. Sparrow.


    Her wings were damaged in the process, and she barely escaped to this place, falling into a flower bed.


    It was then that the Star Worm found her.


    Char had a bad feeling.


    ¡°How long have you been separated from your companion?¡±


    Betty started counting on her fingers.


    ¡°One day, two days, three days¡­¡±


    When ten fingers were not enough, she was about to use her toes to help count, but just as she lifted her foot, she remembered it was unladylike and put her leg down again.


    She continued counting on her fingers.


    ¡°One day, two days, three days¡­¡±


    It seemed she couldn¡¯t keep track.


    Char felt somewhat helpless and spoke up to stop Betty.


    ¡°Alright, Betty, no need to count anymore.¡±


    It now seemed that this second option was probably a dead end.


    Although a flower fairy¡¯s flying speed was not very fast, it was definitely not slow either, and after flying continuously for ten or even dozens of days, who knew how far away from Green Rose Village she was.


    Not to mention that he didn¡¯t know the exact location of Green Rose Village, even if he did, he wouldn¡¯t be able to reach it before the goblins caught up, given the distance.


    Therefore, to deal with the crisis, relying on the Prayer Altar was the only option.


    Then Char communicated with Betty for a while and quickly figured out the general situation of Green Rose Village.


    As expected, Green Rose Village was an Elf Village, though not large in scale, with just a few dozen households and fewer than one hundred elves, making it a small village populated mostly by Wood Elves.


    Wood Elves were the most common and numerous type of elf.


    Generally, they had delicate features, pale skin, and green or brown hair, with emerald green or lake blue eyes. They were proficient with bow and arrow and some low-level natural magic.


    In addition to Wood Elves, Green Rose Village also had one tree man, five little flower fairies, and two Wind Elves.


    Wind Elves were also a kind of little fairy. Their combat ability was much stronger than that of the little flower fairies, though not by much, barely similar to that of the Lantern Firefly.


    But that comparison was for stronger beings. For Char at this stage, Green Rose Village was an overwhelming colossal entity. Just the two Wind Elves were enough trouble for him, let alone nearly a hundred elves and a tree man!


    This was definitely not a force he could confront at the moment.


    Fortunately, elves were by nature kind, loving freedom and peace, generally of the chaotic good alignment. And from the bits and pieces of Betty¡¯s words, it seemed that the relationship between elves and humans in this world was tolerable, not a hostile one.


    Elves being hostile to humans wasn¡¯t an impossibility.


    In some worldviews, because humans often captured elves to sell at high prices, treating them as slaves for human nobles, elves bore extreme hatred towards humans.


    In some extreme worldviews, elves might even extend their hatred to Half-Elves, viewing them as ¡°symbols of disgrace,¡± ¡°dirty descendants.¡±


    Fortunately, this world was not like that, so Char didn¡¯t have to worry about being despised by the elves.


    With Betty as a connection, he believed he could certainly establish a friendly relationship with Green Rose Village. Unfortunately, he currently couldn¡¯t find Green Rose Village and would have to leave it for later.

 Chapter 27 - 27 Goblin Crisis Castle Upgrade Task

    Chapter 27: Chapter 27 Goblin Crisis! Castle Upgrade Task


    Chapter 27: Chapter 27 Goblin Crisis! Castle Upgrade Task


    Char looked inside the carriage.


    The bed had been replaced, the desks and chairs had changed shape, and everything had become much more regular. It no longer looked like self-made furniture, but rather like the work of a craftsman. Sear?h the n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Then he glanced at his task list.


    [Upgrade Task]


    [Task 4] Oh, cabinets! Cabinets!


    [Task description]: How can a home lack a good cabinet? Add a cabinet!


    [Reward]: Praying Power ¡Á3


    [Task 5] Start a fire and cook, young man!


    [Task description]: Food is the most important thing for people! How can there be no place in a home to start a fire and cook food? For convenience in cooking later on, build a stove!


    [Reward]: Praying Power ¡Á5


    These were castle upgrade tasks, and the first phase was very simple, consisting of only five tasks. Besides patching up the carriage and plugging the holes in the roof and walls, they were about adding some essential large furniture pieces.


    However, these pieces of furniture couldn¡¯t be made out of thin air; they required one to first pray for the corresponding blueprints, then to prepare the necessary materials before they could be crafted.


    That would consume a massive amount of Praying Power; each blueprint required a Prayer Fragment. Excluding the task of repairing the carriage, the remaining four tasks each required a corresponding blueprint.


    This needed a total of forty strands of Praying Power.


    In the game, this was very easy to achieve. As long as one was willing to devote time and effort, the required amount could be easily gathered. If one didn¡¯t want to put in the effort, spending money to purchase in-game currency would be even faster.


    But in reality, to gather forty strands of Praying Power was not such an easy task. Even if he worked from dawn till dusk, it would take several days¡¯ time.


    And that was just the time aspect, not to mention the physical and mental energy¡ªafter all, he couldn¡¯t truly go without sleep and rest for several days, could he?


    Considering other factors, the time it would take might be doubled.


    And the troubles didn¡¯t end there.


    In the game, once you had the blueprints, crafting these large pieces of furniture only required a simple tap of the finger.


    The materials were not a problem, either; going out to gather them was just a matter of time.


    But in reality, to complete the task, he had to put effort into crafting the furniture in a proper fashion first.


    After the items were made, they had to be fused with the blueprint to complete the task.


    Furniture that had been fused with a blueprint would drastically change in appearance, from roughly-made and irregular homemade items to proper, craftsman-like furnishings that would integrate well with the carriage.


    This was even more time-consuming.


    So in these past days, he had only completed three tasks. Besides repairing the carriage, he had only crafted a bed and some tables and chairs.


    But now, Char was feeling regretful.


    Originally he thought that with Lantern Firefly, his safety was basically assured and even if he recruited more magic pets, it was unlikely he would obtain any stronger than Lantern Firefly.


    Upgrading the castle was equally important, so after the third recruitment only yielded a Lotus Leaf Frog, he temporarily halted the recruitment process and focused his main energy on upgrading the castle.


    But at that time, he hadn¡¯t anticipated facing a crisis even greater than the Steel Teeth Pig crisis so soon!


    If he had known it would come to this, he would have definitely saved those two Prayer Fragments to recruit new Magic Pets.


    No matter what kind of Magic Pet he could have recruited, even if the two new Magic Pets were like the Lotus Leaf Frog, with only a Challenge Level of 1, they would still have been two vital forces.


    For his current situation, they were definitely a help.


    Char¡¯s mood was somewhat sour, but he could only console himself that, although there had been certain decision-making flaws, upgrading a castle in reality was far more complex than in a game.


    The only thing that brought Char some comfort was that, seemingly because he had put in labor, he was rewarded with Praying Power after completing the task!


    There was no such thing in the game.


    Thinking of this, Char glanced at the shrine again, then turned to Lantern Firefly and asked, ¡°Lantern Firefly, can you control the Red Fireflies? And I mean not just using them as eyes, but controlling their actions?¡±


    Lantern Firefly nodded.


    Char felt a surge of excitement in his heart.


    Both of Lantern Firefly¡¯s skills were quite good, with damage, range, and melee capabilities, but in fact, its ability not shown on the panel¡ªKing of the Red Fireflies¡ªwas the true Divine Skill!


    Just as the Lotus Leaf Frog¡¯s most valuable ability, nurturing the Lotus Leaf Spring, was also not displayed on the panel.


    This ability of Lantern Firefly was like a large Perception and scouting skill. Although it had no direct combat capabilities, its effect was immensely significant.


    Even now as autumn had arrived, and a large number of Red Fireflies had died, reducing the effectiveness of this ability, it could still play an incredibly important role at this critical moment.


    ¡°Good! You control the Red Fireflies to scout behind us. When they find goblins alone, we¡¯ll go and kill them,¡±


    Char immediately said.


    Passively waiting was out of the question; the speed of the carriage would definitely not outpace the pursuing goblins, and once caught up and surrounded, he would be in grave danger.


    So, he absolutely could not just sit and wait; he had to take the initiative to attack!


    With many Red Fireflies acting as ¡°reconnaissance soldiers,¡± he really could keep dividing and annihilating the enemy in small groups.


    Of course, there would be risks involved.


    After all, the enemy was strong, and he was weak. Even with the advantage of sight, he couldn¡¯t guarantee the plan would go smoothly. What if a large group of goblins caught up while he was eliminating a small group?


    ¡­


    As the shadows of night fell, several small, green creatures emerged from the bushes at twilight, setting up a cacophony upon sighting the corpse of the Bear Goblin.


    These green-skinned creatures were small, dressed in rags much shabbier than the Bear Goblins and armed with sticks, baring their teeth and grimacing in their vile and ugly appearances.


    They were the notoriously infamous goblins!


    The goblins, each riding a large rat, showed both anger and fear upon discovering the Bear Goblin lying on the ground. Riding their giant rats, they scurried around the Bear Goblin¡¯s body, emitting shrill and noisy screams.


    ¡­


    Under the moonlight, the carriage moved slowly forward.


    Just a while ago, to avoid the brunt of the Steel Teeth Pig, Char had just moved, finding it hard enough to take down the Steel Teeth Pig and was preparing to make a victorious return to the original location.


    And now, he had encountered a group of goblins.


    In front of other protagonists, goblins that could be easily slaughtered had become a severe problem for him, necessitating full alertness.


    He had no choice but to keep moving, heading towards a valley far from the forest lake.


    In the darkness, Lantern Firefly returned from a kill, holding a red-furred fox in its hand.


    Char quickly proceeded to the task settlement; in the shrine, more Praying Power formed, with seven strands of Praying Power now floating above the altar.


    Seeing that he was about to collect ten strands of Praying Power, Char decided to push on, hoping to recruit the New Magic Pet in one fell swoop tonight.


    If the New Magic Pet was strong enough, that would naturally be great news, and he could sleep soundly.


    If the New Magic Pet¡¯s strength wasn¡¯t enough, then there was no other choice but to continue recruiting.

 Chapter 28 - 28 Natural Seal (1100) Subjects Column

    Chapter 28: Chapter 28: Natural Seal (1/100), Subjects Column Opened


    Chapter 28: Chapter 28: Natural Seal (1/100), Subjects Column Opened


    The forest at night was shrouded in a layer of mist.


    The night dew was heavy, and Char on the carriage¡¯s wooden board was concentrating on his preparations.


    Because it was already late when he returned to the carriage, he didn¡¯t start the guerrilla warfare immediately but decided to transfer first.


    As a modern person, even though he possessed the body of a Half-Elf, he was not skilled in night operations.


    However, not engaging in guerrilla warfare didn¡¯t mean he could do nothing.


    At least, while transferring, he could rely on the initial kill missions to collect Praying Power.


    Once he gathered ten strands of Praying Power, his chances of safely getting through this crisis would increase.


    Nowadays, he felt like he was in his previous life, gripped by a captivating game, an engaging novel, or a thrilling TV series, dying to see what happened next.


    He couldn¡¯t sleep at night, not until he reached the story¡¯s end!


    He would stay up all night to gather ten strands of Praying Power and complete this phase of his goals.


    Moreover, there was the pressure of the crisis!


    Under these dual factors, he couldn¡¯t sleep at all tonight, determined not to rest until he had gathered ten strands of Praying Power!


    Unfortunately, although the real world has an innumerable number of species compared to games, only a small part of them qualifies for initial kills.


    And he had already encountered some of the more common creatures before.


    So, many hours had passed, and Char still hadn¡¯t gathered ten strands of Praying Power.


    In the darkness, from time to time, a Red Firefly streaked through the woods and quickly disappeared into the bushes.


    Lantern Firefly sat on the carriage roof¡¯s eaves, its legs naturally dangling, with a lantern hanging beside its feet where a Red Glow burned faintly.


    The light, via numerous small openings, shone outside, casting a red light that brought a bit of brightness to Char standing on the wooden platform at the door.


    Lantern Firefly maintained its sensing of the Red Firefly, constantly alert to the surroundings.


    At least for now, the goblins had not caught up.


    Char stood on the wooden platform at the door, an oak bow in his hand, as if he was about to burst into action and shoot an arrow into the darkness at any second.


    Lotus Leaf Frog crouched by his side, its tongue occasionally shooting out to stick and carry one big insect after another into its mouth.


    Unfortunately, these common insects did not count as kills, or he would have gathered enough Praying Power for recruitment long ago.


    Star Worm and Betty were inside the carriage together.


    Char had made a small bed for Betty, bowl-shaped, with two thick layers of white cotton rabbit fur, and a tiny white cotton rabbit blanket on top¡ªBetty lay in it mending her injuries, finding the life here quite pleasant.


    Especially this soft and warm bed¡ªlying on it felt like lying on clouds, exceedingly comfortable.


    Oh right! And there were Star Worm and Lotus Leaf Frog!


    Thinking of this, Betty glanced at Star Worm lying beside her.


    Feeling a gentle warmth emanating from Star Worm, a smile unconsciously appeared on her beautiful little face.


    She liked Star Worm very much, not only because the gentle sunlight radiating from it made her feel comfortable, as if it also increased her inner Magic Power.


    But also because Star Worm¡¯s appearance was extremely beautiful, sparkling like a jewel.


    Women naturally love shiny things and often develop obsessions with beautiful jewelry.


    Although Betty wasn¡¯t exactly a woman, being a Flower Fairy and a female, she inevitably shared this disposition.


    Not only did Betty like Star Worm, but it seemed that Star Worm also quite liked Betty.


    Before Betty appeared, Star Worm liked sticking to Char, usually hovering around him wherever he went.


    Now, he would occasionally revolve around Betty, as the Star Worm also found the aura on Betty comforting. Staying beside Betty, the Star Worm could also feel its Magic Power slowly increasing.


    This even made Char feel a bit jealous and uncomfortable.


    After all, when someone who always clung to you like a shadow suddenly starts showing enthusiasm towards someone else, it¡¯s always a bit unsettling and awkward, isn¡¯t it?


    Those with stronger possessiveness might even be secretly angry by now.


    ¡­


    As the moon reached its zenith, Char, who was hunting outside the carriage with the Lantern Firefly, suddenly felt a change in his body. His vision inexplicably became much clearer, sounds around him abruptly grew louder, a variety of scents rushed into his nose, and a three-dimensional map naturally appeared in his mind.


    ¡®This¡­¡¯


    Char was dumbstruck, momentarily unable to comprehend what had just happened.


    After being dazed for a second, he recovered and summoned his panel.


    He saw a slight change on the panel: a new Skill had appeared out of nowhere, pushing ¡°Universal Arrow Skill¡± to the back.


    Besides that, under the ¡°Magic Pet¡± entry, a new ¡°Subjects¡± entry had also appeared.


    At this moment, his personal panel looked like this:


    [Name]: Char Rain Season


    [Race]: Half-Elf


    [Level]: 2


    [Profession]: Archer


    [Attributes]: Strength 12+1, Defense 8, Agility 14, Constitution 11+1, Intelligence 14, Perception 13


    [Life Value]: 1345/1345


    [Magic Power]: ¡ª¡ª


    [Skills]: Natural Seal (1/100), Universal Arrow Skill lv1


    [Magic Pets]: Star Worm (Challenge Level 3/4), Lantern Firefly (Challenge Level 2), Lotus Leaf Frog (Challenge Level 1)


    [Subjects]: Flower Fairy ¡Á1 (temporary)


    Looking at his attribute panel, Char¡¯s heart was filled with surprise.


    He clearly remembered that before this, his Intelligence and Perception attributes were 13 and 11, respectively. To have them increase by 1 and 2 points each in an instant was truly astonishing.


    Although an increase of three points might not seem like a big deal, considering that even low-level magical equipment like the Wild Boar Dagger could provide him with two attribute points, an increase of three points seemed rather modest.


    However, any improvement was welcome, especially at a crucial moment when he was facing a life-and-death crisis.


    Another change was in the Life Value, which had increased from the original ¡°1298¡± to ¡°1345¡±.


    But this wasn¡¯t the change that had just occurred; his Life Value had already reached 1345 before.


    This was the result of his training over the past few days.


    During these days, he had been well-fed and well-drinked, traversing mountains and waters daily to hunt and gather, which had slightly increased his ¡°Constitution¡±.


    However, the increase was far less than ¡°1 point,¡± so it hadn¡¯t shown up in the ¡°Constitution¡± attribute.


    But while it didn¡¯t reflect in the Constitution attribute, it did show in the Life Value column.


    However, these were not the main points; the focus was clearly the new Skill that had appeared in the Skills bar.


    Char¡¯s gaze naturally rested on the newly emerged Skill.


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 Chapter 29 - 29 Forest Son Natures Favorite

    Chapter 29: Chapter 29: Forest Son, Nature¡¯s Favorite


    Chapter 29: Chapter 29: Forest Son, Nature¡¯s Favorite


    In the glow of the red lantern in front of the carriage, Char¡¯s expression was one of surprise and delight.


    He had never expected that such a surprise would come before the looming battle.


    ¡°Natural Seal,¡± this obviously wasn¡¯t a skill that could be actively triggered, but rather leaned towards a ¡°passive¡± ability.


    Because the moment the ¡°Natural Seal¡± appeared, his five senses and even his sixth sense underwent a noticeable change, becoming much sharper and clearer at once.


    It was as if in an instant, he resonated with the environment around him to a certain degree.


    He had become a Forest Son, a darling of nature, and even his elf bloodline had been stimulated significantly.


    And unsurprisingly, this change was likely brought about by Betty.


    In ¡°Mobile Castle¡¤Fantasy Forest,¡± there is no category for ¡°Subjects.¡±


    Because in the entire game, only the player¡¯s character is an intelligent species, and all others are magic pets, with no other intelligent races present.


    Without any citizens, how could there be any subjects?


    But after crossing into this otherworldly world, the situation was obviously different.


    This world did have other intelligent species.


    Therefore, if he could subdue and shelter these intelligent species, they would become his subjects.


    Even if he could subjugate this group of goblins, it was possible they could also become his subjects.


    Of course, he would definitely reject them.


    How could he possibly accept such dirty, ugly, and despicable creatures?


    His castle wasn¡¯t a trash can! If he was to accept subjects, they had to be carefully chosen!


    Previously, because he was the only one in the castle, the entry for subjects was hidden and indistinct, but now, with Betty¡¯s joining, it suddenly became active.


    Of course, judging by the ¡°temporary¡± appended to Betty¡¯s name, she was only temporarily considered part of his territory and not completely subdued.


    If Betty chose to return to Green Rose Village, it was not impossible that the entry for ¡°Subjects¡± would disappear again.


    Additionally, Char noticed a distinct difference between the ¡°Natural Seal¡± skill and the ¡°Universal Arrow Skill.¡±


    Following ¡°Universal Arrow Skill¡± was ¡°lv1¡±.


    This indicated a leveling system, where lv1 probably meant that his Arrow Skill level was only entry-level.


    But ¡°Natural Seal¡± was different; it was followed by ¡°1/100.¡±


    This was a different system altogether.


    Did this indicate that because he now only had the approval of one little fairy, it showed as ¡°1/100¡±?


    Then, if he could gain the approval of 100 little fairies, would that mean he¡¯d attain the complete ¡°Natural Seal¡±?


    Char¡¯s heart couldn¡¯t help but quiver.


    He was excited!


    If just one percent could have such a significant impact, what kind of heaven-defying effects would one hundred percent have?


    Char didn¡¯t even dare to imagine!


    Although his two skills were different from those of the Star Worm and the Lantern Firefly, lacking clear level indications such as 0-ring, 1-ring, 2-ring.


    Without a doubt, the quality and value of ¡°Natural Seal¡± was far higher than that of ¡°Universal Arrow Skill¡±!


    Even now, with ¡°Natural Seal¡± at only one percent, it was already as helpful to Char as ¡°Universal Arrow Skill.¡± How much more helpful would it become as it grew stronger?


    Of course, ¡°Universal Arrow Skill¡± was also only at lv1 now and could be improved in the future, but could it possibly be improved by one hundred levels?


    This was clearly impossible.


    However, it had been quite some time since Betty had returned to the carriage with him. Why hadn¡¯t there been a change earlier, and why did it happen so suddenly just now?


    Why did this happen?


    Or rather, did something change in that instant just now?


    Char looked up at the moon, and if there was a change, it must have been time.


    So, was it because it passed midnight, that the system underwent an automatic refresh?


    Without a clock, and with the system not displaying time, Char had been living without knowing the time since his arrival, only able to estimate the time of day by the color of the sky.


    Now, however, he accidentally got the accurate time by chance.


    ¡­


    Seeing that he probably wouldn¡¯t gather ten strands of Praying Power tonight, Char returned to the carriage.


    However, because of the unexpected gains brought by Betty, his mood was still quite good, even the gloom that loomed over him had dissipated somewhat. sea??h th§× n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    He looked towards the shrine next to him, where eight strands of Praying Power inside the shrine were radiating sacred and splendid light, contrasting sharply with the run-down carriage.


    Immediately after, Char swiftly went through the quest settlement, and more Praying Power formed in the shrine; the Praying Power floating above the altar reached nine strands, not far from recruiting a New Magic Pet¡ªa result of killing that fiery-red fox.


    Speaking of which, besides continuing to recruit New Magic Pets, there was another way to solve the current crisis.


    It was to have the Star Worm, Lantern Firefly, and Lotus Leaf Frog evolve.


    Yes, Magic Pets could indeed evolve, and not just once.


    With each evolution, Magic Pets could undergo a transformation of their life form, not only gaining a substantial increase in strength but also breaking through the limitations of their talents.


    Take the Lotus Leaf Frog, for example, as a Primary Pet, its maximum level of strength was 25, which roughly equates to 5 Challenge Levels.


    Once it reached this level, the Lotus Leaf Frog could climb no higher, and it could only continue to improve after completing an evolution.


    The Star Worm, Lantern Firefly, Lotus Leaf Frog, if any one of them evolved, that would immediately solve this ¡°Bear Goblin crisis¡±.


    Unfortunately, he needed time.


    In the game, evolution was certainly simple, just grind enough and in one night, the Star Worm and the rest could all complete their evolution, but in the real world, this was an impossible task.


    Even the Star Worm, the fastest grower who could absorb ¡°Experience¡±, couldn¡¯t evolve so quickly, let alone the Lantern Firefly and the Lotus Leaf Frog.


    While Char was deep in thought, suddenly, there were several soft sounds coming from the treetops in the distance.


    Before, Char definitely couldn¡¯t have heard these faint sounds, and even if he could, it would be very hard to identify the exact direction in an instant.


    The distance was too far, and the sound was too subtle, too difficult to catch.


    Not only the previous Char couldn¡¯t catch it, even the Lantern Firefly didn¡¯t notice it now¡ªno, it did notice it.


    Because just now, the Lantern Firefly also suddenly stood up, showing a vigilant demeanor.


    However, even with Lantern Firefly¡¯s perceptual abilities, it couldn¡¯t determine the exact location of those few soft sounds.


    Lantern Firefly, relying on Red Fireflies, indeed possessed a wide range of Perception abilities.


    The range of Perception was so vast it could cover several kilometers, a Divine Skill not displayed on the Magic Pet panel.


    But this Perception ability was not without flaws, nor was it a 360-degree, no-blind-spot skill; it had many limitations.


    Firstly, Red Fireflies did not fly high, so in the forest, above the midpoint of trees was a ¡°blind spot¡± for the Lantern Firefly.


    Only heights close to the ground were within the ¡°vision¡± of the Lantern Firefly.


    Secondly, even at heights close to the ground, Lantern Firefly couldn¡¯t cover everything because Red Fireflies were not evenly distributed across the several kilometers, leaving areas without Red Fireflies passing through.


    These areas were Lantern Firefly¡¯s ¡°blind spots¡±.


    The sounds that had just come clearly came from the canopy layer; even with Red Fireflies acting as its eyes, the Lantern Firefly couldn¡¯t capture the location of the other party.


    But Char did capture it, he captured it clearly.

 Chapter 30 - 30 Improvement of Arrow Skill Killing the

    Chapter 30: Chapter 30: Improvement of Arrow Skill, Killing the Smoke Weasel


    Chapter 30: Chapter 30: Improvement of Arrow Skill, Killing the Smoke Weasel


    ¡°Natural Seal¡± didn¡¯t just enhance his five senses, but also an amalgamation of those senses, forming something akin to a sixth sense.


    At that moment, he didn¡¯t distinctly hear where the sound came from, nor did he clearly see any figure, but a picture naturally formed in his mind:


    A weasel-like creature, darting through the bushes hundreds of meters away, rustling the leaves and creating a soft rustling sound.


    Char¡¯s hands were quicker than his mind, reflexively drawing his bow and nocking an arrow, firing in that direction.


    In the darkness, an angry howl resonated.


    With the enhancement from ¡°Natural Seal,¡± Char¡¯s arrow skill had improved markedly, with his accuracy increased by an unknown amount.


    However, though the weasel-like animal was hit by Char¡¯s arrow, it only suffered a minor injury.


    Char immediately realized: this was not an ordinary animal, but a Demon Beast!


    Lantern Firefly struck instantly, her lantern hand morphing into a streak of fireflies that disappeared into the darkness.


    A moment ago, it didn¡¯t know where the prey was, but now, guided by Char, how could it miss?


    Char continued to listen carefully, sensing something, all the while his mind couldn¡¯t help but wander: If he killed this weasel-like Demon Beast, he was certain to collect ten strands of Praying Power.


    What kind of Magic Pet would he be able to recruit then? Would it be one from ¡°Mobile Castle¡¤Fantasy Forest,¡± or a creature transformed from this world?


    It likely wouldn¡¯t be a large Magic Pet, as both his game designs and reality showed that early pets would not come from transformed Demon Beasts, but from ordinary animals instead.


    And they weren¡¯t even large or medium-sized ordinary animals, but rather weaker ones.


    Like insects or frogs.


    Now, the New Magic Pet would probably be no exception and would likely still be an insect.


    Of course, it could also be a spider, a rodent, a bird, a lizard, a hedgehog, or other small animals.


    The idea was to focus on a concept of a house insect, a house mouse, and a house bird.


    What animal it would transform from was entirely up to the whims of the Prayer Altar.


    He had tried to influence the outcome before, but the result was clear, the Prayer Altar didn¡¯t care for his plans¡ªit had its own ideas.


    As Char was lost in thoughts of the future, he caught sight of the weasel-like Demon Beast once again.


    The bowstring vibrated, the arrow feather whistled, and he shot an arrow out like lightning.


    But this time, the effect was worse. The weasel-like Demon Beast, now on alert, managed to evade the arrow completely.


    However, Char¡¯s attack was not entirely in vain; it at least slowed the prey¡¯s escape.


    As the weasel-like Demon Beast was disrupted, light neared, Lantern Firefly finally closing in for the kill.


    It first fiercely swung its lantern, unleashing ¡°Red Glow.¡±


    Red Glow flew towards the prey like a series of fireballs.


    The weasel-like Demon Beast was only slightly larger than an ordinary weasel, with smoky-grey fur that shone with an oily luster. In the darkness, its eyes glimmered grey-blue, like two grey-blue jewels.


    It fled quickly, dodging several of the Red Glows, but inevitably some hit their mark.


    After being struck by the first Red Glow, it could no longer maintain its initial agility, and the succeeding Red Glows hit one after another.


    The prey let out a painful cry, its body suddenly smoked out, leaving only a dark shadow that darted forward, the creature having escaped over ten meters away, leaving behind a weasel-shaped mist and the Red Glows burning quietly within.


    This weasel-like Demon Beast could actually use a skill similar to ¡°Smoke Substitute,¡± releasing a smoke decoy in danger, while its body fled elsewhere.


    The ability wasn¡¯t just for evading attacks, but also for sharing damage, making it quite a useful skill.


    Just now, it had used this skill to mitigate most of the damage from Char¡¯s arrow, only suffering a minor injury.


    But even so, this was merely a life-saving skill and couldn¡¯t make the weasel demon beast¡¯s fighting power surpass that of the Lantern Firefly, let alone enable it to defeat the Lantern Firefly.


    Therefore, facing the Lantern Firefly, its only option was to flee.


    ¡®Without any surprises, the challenge level of this weasel demon beast should only be Level 1.¡¯ Char thought as he watched from a distance.


    When ¡°True Red Thorn¡± was activated, the Lantern Firefly launched an attack that, as quick as lightning, pinned the weasel demon beast, which had no time to dodge.


    In the nick of danger, the opponent suddenly spat out a stream of mist.


    The grayish-white smoke rapidly expanded, and the Lantern Firefly instantly found itself as if caught in a thick fog, its vision obstructed.


    ¡­


    On the wooden planks of the carriage, Char had already set down his bow and arrow, no longer continuing to shoot.


    After a chase between the Lantern Firefly and its prey, they had moved beyond his shooting range. Even though he could vaguely perceive the prey¡¯s location, he could no longer hit it.


    Suddenly, a red light approached through the darkness.


    The Lantern Firefly returned with a lantern in one hand and the weasel demon beast in the other.


    But Char knew that the prey had been killed before the Lantern Firefly emerged from the darkness, as an already completed task suddenly appeared in the task bar a moment ago.


    [Adventure Task]


    [Task 2]: Kill the Smoke Weasel!


    [Task Description]: In the forest at night, favored by the Flower Fairy, you have found a Smoke Weasel resting in the trees. Kill this Smoke Weasel, and your wish will be granted!


    [Reward]: Praying Power ¡Á2


    As soon as Char became aware of the Smoke Weasel¡¯s presence, the system automatically generated a second adventure task.


    Now, the task was completed.


    Char was overjoyed, his gaze sweeping over the Smoke Weasel held in the Lantern Firefly¡¯s hand.


    [Smoke Weasel]


    [Skills]: Mist (0 Circle), Smoke Substitute (1 Circle)


    [Challenge Level]: 1


    [Introduction]: The Smoke Weasel is a misty ghost of the forest, possessing keen hearing and agile body. It can release a dense fog to obstruct the vision of predators and can produce a Smoke Substitute in dire situations. However, Smoke Weasels are not strong fighters and specialize in escaping and preserving life.


    The fur of the Smoke Weasel is beautifully gray and white, and if one stares at it too long, it can even cause a dizzying sensation as if surrounded by swirling smoke.


    However, Char¡¯s gaze did not linger on the Smoke Weasel for long. He only briefly scanned the Smoke Weasel and the text that emerged from its body before excitedly turning and entering into the carriage.


    Before he even reached the shrine inside, he had silently proceeded with task settlement in his mind.


    Two sacred and magnificent Praying Powers formed, complementing the nine already present, then ten of the Praying Powers began to merge, quickly condensing into a Prayer Fragment.


    Char¡¯s thoughts moved to make a prayer, but in the next second, his expression changed.


    Due to his past experiences with starting a business in his previous life, he had already been tempered by various emergencies and failures to have an indomitable heart and an excellent ability to regulate his emotions. sea??h th§× n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    But even so, faced with the system¡¯s prompt at this moment, he still cursed out loud.

 Chapter 31 - 31 Misfortunes Never Come Singly Quantity

    Chapter 31: Chapter 31: Misfortunes Never Come Singly, Quantity Limit


    Chapter 31: Chapter 31: Misfortunes Never Come Singly, Quantity Limit


    ¡°Currently, the number of magic pets a player can have has reached its limit, please upgrade the castle before recruiting more,¡±


    Staring at the sudden alert that popped up, Char¡¯s expression turned extremely ugly.


    This damn system!


    Why didn¡¯t it warn him earlier?


    It¡¯s absolutely idiotic! Clearly, it¡¯s just meant to annoy people!


    Only three magic pets allowed in the first stage, and you need to upgrade the castle to continue recruiting?


    This twist was completely beyond Char¡¯s expectations!


    Because in ¡°Mobile Castle¡¤Fantasy Forest,¡± there were no such restrictions.


    Their studio counts on players spending money on loot boxes, so why would they limit the number of magic pets?


    Isn¡¯t that crazy?


    Who would go against money?


    To them, as long as players are willing to pay, they could draw as many magic pets as they want!


    If players wished, they could even draw a thousand or ten thousand magic pets!


    But unexpectedly, after his transition into this world, such a change occurred.


    The critical thing was that this damn system held back this crucial information, not warning him beforehand and only belatedly alerting him when he tried to recruit the fourth magic pet.


    And it had to pick the time when he was facing a huge crisis.


    It¡¯s fine if you¡¯re not timely with your alerts, but why did it have to be now?!


    ¡®This is troublesome.¡¯


    Char had a gloomy face, visibly distressed.


    Though, upon reflecting hindsight, it seemed there was some fault on his part for this situation arising.


    It was his lack of thoroughtness, his too assumptive thinking.


    Because it was designed that way in the game, it led him to not consider this possibility earlier due to habitual thinking.


    But in reality, having such restrictions is reasonable, is normal. S~ea??h the n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    After all, the real world operates on entirely different logical and systematic premises than the world of the game ¡ª the real world doesn¡¯t revolve around making more money for the creators!


    In a real world, if there were no restrictions like in the game where one could easily recruit a hundred, a thousand, ten thousand magic pets,


    that would be too unreasonable.


    Although these magic pets wouldn¡¯t be very strong, much like the Lantern Firefly, Lotus Leaf Frog, and the like,


    even ants can overwhelm an elephant, let alone demon beasts.


    Even the weakest demon beast becomes terrifying when their numbers reach a hundred, or a thousand.


    Moreover, the strength of magic pets isn¡¯t fixed; as time passes, their power also grows.


    Even if it¡¯s unrealistic to expect all magic pets to evolve ¡ª as that would require a vast amount of Praying Power ¡ª


    even just natural growth could increase the challenge level of the magic pets by 1 or 2 levels on average.


    By then, the combined strength of these one hundred, or one thousand magic pets would only become more formidable.


    Such a capability being unrestricted would be too unbalancing; not being restricted would be abnormal, being restricted is normal.


    Yet, these restrictions undoubtedly disrupted his plans; he had been counting on recruiting new magic pets to resolve the current crisis, and now he had to upgrade the ¡°Castle¡± first.


    What¡¯s worse, he only has three magic pet slots in the current stage; could it be that after the upgrade, he will have many more?


    Definitely not!


    At most, he could perhaps gain five more slots, and it¡¯s even very possible that like the first stage, it will still be three.


    Just having three more Magic Pets, could he recruit those with a Challenge Level of 4 or even 5?


    If he couldn¡¯t summon them, wouldn¡¯t he have to wait until the ¡°Castle¡± was upgraded again?


    However, the problem is that the first upgrade of the ¡°Castle¡± was relatively simple, the second upgrade wouldn¡¯t be so simple and would definitely take a lot of time.


    A year and a half would be normal.


    To expect to recruit Magic Pets of Challenge Level 4 or even 5 after a year and a half?


    He might as well hope for the strengths of the Star Worm, Lantern Firefly, and Lotus Leaf Frog to increase.


    That would even be faster.


    Fortunately, Char had outstanding psychological adjustment skills. After the initial shock, disappointment, and frenzy, he quickly regulated his emotions and forced himself to calm down.


    During the day, he was annoyed that he shouldn¡¯t have wasted the Praying Power on the Upgrade Task, but by evening, he ended up thankful that he had completed three Upgrade Tasks.


    Otherwise, upgrading the Castle would have added who knows how many days.


    It could be said that he had turned misfortune to fortune.


    Char steadied his emotions and then used the Prayer Fragment to exchange for a blueprint.


    The blueprint illustrated how to make a large wooden cabinet.


    Then, carrying his bow, he turned and left the room. He wasn¡¯t going to sleep; he continued hunting.


    Who would sleep in a life-or-death crisis?


    Each first-time hunt tonight could accumulate more Praying Power.


    ¡­


    In the early morning, sunlight shone on the dew, reflecting a bright light.


    Several small goblins were sniffing around while hurrying along.


    In the forest, a few Red Fireflies flitted back and forth. As it was early morning, their glowing tails were not as conspicuous as at night, showing only a faint red glimmer.


    Very unremarkable, easy to overlook.


    The goblins didn¡¯t pay attention to these little insects, as long as the Red Fireflies didn¡¯t get too close, disturbing them wasn¡¯t an issue.


    Even if they did come close, it wasn¡¯t an issue either; there were plenty of flies and other insects that thrived in dirty, smelly environments closely following them.


    Suddenly, a short whistle-like sound came through the wind, and then the goblins discovered that one of their companions suddenly flew backward, landing only to discover an arrow in his chest.


    The goblins let out clamorous screams and clawed their way toward the enemy, but as several streams of scarlet flames shot forth, soon, several goblins were blown away, evidently not surviving.


    A beam of light sunlight came through, and the Star Worm quickly absorbed the Life Essence and Magic Power from several goblins, then flew back to Char and Lantern Firefly.


    Char glanced at the fallen goblins.


    Unfortunately, the reward for the first kill was included in the larger task of ¡°Kill this group of goblins!¡± Therefore, killing a goblin for the first time didn¡¯t automatically generate a task, delaying the acquisition of Praying Power.


    At that moment, Char was also carrying a pheasant, which he had hunted on his way conducting guerrilla war.


    In these days, his most important tasks, apart from conducting guerrilla warfare, weakening the goblins¡¯ forces, were to complete more first-time kill tasks to accumulate Praying Power.


    This pheasant, adorned with beautiful feathers, was prey he had never hunted before.


    Once the Star Worm flew back, a man and two pets quickly left.


    If they lingered any longer, other goblins were sure to come.


    As Char quickly retreated, he opened his panel and took a quick look.


    With the enhancement from ¡°Natural Seal,¡± his Arrow Skill had received a significant boost, and once Arrow Skill broke through to lv2, his Level was likely to reach 3.


    Not only that, but thanks to the help of the Red Fireflies, the guerrilla plan was also going smoothly.


    Now, it was a race to see whether he would finish upgrading the Castle and recruit New Magic Pets or whether the goblin troop would discover and surround him first!

 Chapter 32 - 32 Working as a Carpenter Overnight The

    Chapter 32: Chapter 32 Working as a Carpenter Overnight, The Effect of Natural Flourishing


    Chapter 32: Chapter 32 Working as a Carpenter Overnight, The Effect of Natural Flourishing


    At night, Lantern Fireflies were lighting the way for Old Ma outside.


    Using the light, Old Ma pressed on through the night. S§×arch* The N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Behind them, strands of golden light leaked out from the cracks in the carriage.


    Inside the carriage, Star Worms maintained a brighter glow, providing Char with ample light. There were several oil lamps placed on the table and the floor, all radiating light as well.


    This was the animal fat that Char had collected, which he had turned into wicks by twisting dry grass into thin ropes.


    However, the illumination from such crude oil lamps was not very effective, and even though Char had placed several around, the room was still dim and gloomy, the effect not very good.


    He was able to work under such lighting conditions, but it wasn¡¯t good for the eyes.


    As an archer, he relied on his eyes to make a living, so how could he not take good care of them?


    Fortunately, the Star Worm was now able to maintain a higher level of brightness for a long time. If it were before its strength had increased, to maintain such brightness would have drained its magic power in no time.


    With the illumination from the Star Worm and the oil lamps, Char was engrossed in crafting the wooden cabinet.


    This was the fourth task in upgrading the carriage.


    Betty was helping on the side, though she couldn¡¯t actually be of much help, nor did she understand why Char was making a wooden cabinet overnight when they were about to encounter goblins.


    But seeing Char working hard, she too wanted to try her best to help.


    The Lotus Leaf Frog sat dumbly on one side, and whenever an insect slipped through a crack, it could easily catch the insect with a flick of its tongue and swallow it.


    Although the Lotus Leaf Frog wasn¡¯t much help in building the cabinet, it knew Char hated the annoyance of bugs, so it squatted nearby, very focused, determined not to let any bugs disturb him.


    In a corner, there were a few animal carcasses piled up, which Char had hunted down during hit-and-run battles during the day ¨C animals he had not hunted before.


    As for animals he had already hunted, even if he encountered them along the way, he ignored them.


    After all, he wasn¡¯t really after the meat; his real purpose was to gather Praying Power. How could he have the leisure to hunt in the midst of tense battles?


    Several first-time hunts contributed several strands of Praying Power to him.


    After task settlement, there was now more Praying Power in the shrine, radiating a light that was beautiful and magnificent.


    Char seized the time to craft the wooden cabinet according to the blueprints; he planned not to sleep for the next few days.


    During the day, he fought guerrilla battles, accumulating Praying Power; at night, he worked on the wooden cabinet as a way to save time and complete the upgrade of the carriage as soon as possible.


    Sleep?


    With the state of his body now, it wouldn¡¯t matter if he didn¡¯t sleep for several days in a row; he could always catch up on sleep later.


    After a night of busy work, the wooden cabinet was taking shape; judging by this progress, another night would suffice to finish it.


    The pleasing progress and the smooth operations during the day, with goblins yet to catch up, relieved much of the pressure in Char¡¯s heart.


    He stretched, and his eyes caught sight of Betty sitting on the edge of the bed, having a staring contest with the Lotus Leaf Frog, which made him think of something.


    Toward the Star Worms and the three of them, Betty¡¯s attitude was noticeably different.


    She was eager to get close to the Star Worm and the Lotus Leaf Frog, but she was cold and scornful toward the Lantern Firefly, never giving it a good face or a nice expression.


    This was probably not just because the Lantern Firefly had tried to attack her, while the Star Worm and Lotus Leaf Frog had always been friendly, and not just because the Star Worms were sparkling like jewels, even more so than real ones.


    Apart from these reasons, there was likely also the matter of attributes.


    As a Flower Fairy, Betty was essentially an incarnation of flowers and grasses, naturally drawn to the Water Attribute and Moon Attribute as well as the Sun Attribute.


    After all, plants can photosynthesize; being close to the sunlight is only natural.


    Star Worms clearly possess the radiance of starlight and the Sun attribute, and it¡¯s perfectly normal for Betty to be comfortable with the aura of the Star Worms.


    However, sunlight is already the utmost comfort for a Flower Fairy. Any further, turning into fire, would be unbearable.


    The Fire Attribute would only make the Flower Fairy uncomfortable, and without a doubt, the Lantern Firefly is a Demon Beast with the Fire Attribute.


    Of course, the Flower Fairy is closest to its own attribute, that is, the Grass Attribute.


    The Lotus Leaf Frog obviously has a part of the Grass Attribute, and its main Water Attribute can also make the Flower Fairy feel comfortable.


    In such a case, it¡¯s not at all strange for Betty to have a friendly attitude towards the Lotus Leaf Frog and be willing to get close to it.


    But at this moment, what Char remembered wasn¡¯t these things.


    ¡°Betty, can you tell what¡¯s wrong with my beet seeds, tomato seeds, and also the Lily of the Valley Seeds and Centaurea seeds?¡±


    Char led Betty to the wooden basin planted with beets, tomatoes, Lilies of the Valley, and Centaureas, and asked.


    These seeds, whether sprouted or not, were all in poor condition, drooping.


    It was evident that he had no talent whatsoever in planting flowers or grass.


    And he was even a Half-Elf!


    This was actually something he should have confirmed long ago, only the sudden outbreak of the goblin crisis didn¡¯t leave him with the mood to pay attention to these matters. It was only now that he remembered them again.


    Betty first came to the wooden basin with beet and tomato plants, closed her eyes, and began to sense as one would nature, appearing as if she was engaged in a silent conversation with the plants.


    Soon, she started exclaiming, conveying the feelings of the beets and tomatoes.


    ¡°Oh dear, they¡¯re saying they¡¯re almost drowned.¡±


    ¡°They say they can hardly breathe.¡±


    ¡°Sunlight! Sunlight! They need sunlight!¡±


    ¡°They¡¯re about to starve!¡±


    Char was almost embarrassed to hear this.


    ¡°Then do you have a way to help them?¡±


    He quickly asked.


    ¡°Of course!¡±


    Betty lifted her small face, full of pride.


    Then, with a look of ¡°I can¡¯t believe how bad you are at taking care of plants!¡± Betty cast Natural Flourishing on the beets and tomatoes.


    Specks of emerald green light fell like raindrops, forming the faint shape of trees above the vegetable basins before sinking into the soil and disappearing.


    As the points of light vanished, it was visibly obvious that the sprouted seedlings had perked up, straightening their stems.


    Subsequently, those barren basins started to see seeds sprouting, and tender green shoots broke through the soil, entering Char¡¯s view.


    The effects of ¡°Natural Flourishing¡± were indeed powerful, not only revitalizing the seeds and seedlings but also accelerating their growth, compressing what would normally take days or even half a month into a matter of seconds.


    Char was overjoyed, and then he had Betty help with casting spells on the Lilies of the Valley and Centaureas.


    Comparatively, these two flowers were faring much better than the beets and tomatoes, and the Flower Fairy liked fresh flowers very much¡ªwithout them, she would be very uneasy.


    So, after releasing ¡°Natural Flourishing¡± once, Betty then invoked ¡°Flowers in Full Bloom.¡±

 Chapter 33 - 33 Flowers in Full Bloom Goblin Attack

    Chapter 33: Chapter 33: Flowers in Full Bloom, Goblin Attack!


    Chapter 33: Chapter 33: Flowers in Full Bloom, Goblin Attack!


    After Betty activated ¡°Flowers in Full Bloom,¡± pink light dust fluttered down and transformed into small, multicolored flowers atop the soil in the flowerpot.


    The cluster of multicolored flowers then disappeared, merging into the black soil and becoming one with the flowerpot.


    Under the influence of ¡°Natural Flourishing,¡± the Lily of the Valley and cornflowers, which were growing robustly, grew even faster, quickly blooming into clusters of white and blue-purple flowers.


    The cornflowers filled the flowerpot, while the naturally drooping Lily of the Valley, like white small lamps, seemed as if the Spring Goddess had made a brief stop here, suddenly bringing spring to this small plank before the carriage.


    A faint floral fragrance wafted through the air, and in the already autumnal Florence Forest, adorned with apricot-yellow and red maple colors, this tiny old cart created its own world, becoming a small realm of spring.


    Although a crisis loomed, Char still felt very happy.


    From today onward, he no longer needed to spend Praying Power to eat fresh vegetables.


    As for the Lily of the Valley and cornflowers, although these flowers were not practically useful, not serving as food like vegetables nor possessing the various magical functions of magic plants,


    they were at least beautiful to look at, pleasing to the eyes, and could decorate the home while uplifting the mood, right?


    Indeed, his mood had greatly improved, as if multicolored flowers had bloomed in his heart, gently swaying with the breeze.


    ¡­


    In the two days that followed, Char continued like the first day, seeking out lone goblins during the day to weaken the enemies¡¯ strength as much as possible and accumulating Praying Power, while at night, working overtime both as a carpenter and a mason.


    The good news was that he quickly accumulated another Prayer Fragment, conjured the blueprint for the stove, and had finished crafting the wooden cabinet as well.


    Once integrated with the blueprint, the slightly crooked cabinet became perfectly square, and the unsightly spots and lines on its surface disappeared, even the wood itself had changed.


    The cabinet, though not exquisitely beautiful, was at least the work of a skilled craftsman and clearly matched the bed, table, and chairs as a set.


    The bad news was that by the afternoon of the second day, he found it very hard to kill any goblins.


    Goblins were said to be creatures of low intelligence, but upon encountering them, Char realized that rumors could not always be trusted.


    The goblins¡¯ intelligence was indeed low, but they were not so foolish as to have no reaction even after several members had been repeatedly killed.


    By the afternoon of the second day, the Bear Goblins no longer ordered their subordinates and the Big Goblins to act separately, thwarting Char¡¯s plan to isolate and sequentially kill off the group of goblins.


    He said that difficult tasks couldn¡¯t possibly be that easy; if exploiting loopholes were that simple, it wouldn¡¯t be called a difficult task.


    In short, for the next day and a half, he did not kill any goblins again.


    ¡­


    Dawn was breaking, and just like the previous days, the Lantern Firefly was outside providing light for Old Ma.


    However, by this time, daylight was nearly upon them, so the Lantern Firefly dimmed its light, but it didn¡¯t go inside. Instead, it stayed close to Old Ma to guard against any danger.


    Old Ma heaved the cart forward, moving slowly.


    After nearly three days of non-stop cart pulling, Old Ma¡¯s strength had greatly diminished. Already old and weak, pulling the cart continuously for three days had taken an even greater toll.


    Char feared that Old Ma might suddenly drop dead; he would never have overworked Old Ma like this if not for the crisis at hand.


    With his strength nearly depleted, the cart¡¯s speed naturally slowed down significantly compared to the first two days.


    According to the messages relayed back by the Red Firefly, by tomorrow at the latest, the goblin troops would discover the cart.


    So, he didn¡¯t have much time left.


    It¡¯s not that he hadn¡¯t thought about moving the shrine; after all, the only truly important thing was the Prayer Altar. Everything else was not important.


    As long as he left with the Prayer Altar, he could fully come back to fight.


    But he tried, only to discover the Prayer Altar was inseparable from the caravan.


    Therefore, the caravan was indispensable, and the option to abandon it and escape alone simply did not exist.


    In the caravan, Char followed the blueprint and piled up a stove.


    This was actually very Eastern, but since the system was designed this way, he couldn¡¯t do much about it.


    After several days and nights without sleep, Char¡¯s eyes were noticeably bruised.


    However, human potential is truly limitless, under the pressure of life and death, he completed several days¡¯ worth of work in just a few days.


    Just then, his ears twitched, the wind blew over the hill, bringing distant sounds to Char¡¯s ears, and without a word, he grabbed his bow and arrow and rushed out of the caravan.


    ¡°Mr. Char, what happened?¡±


    Betty, who was playing with the Star Worm, exclaimed.


    She had been incredibly bored these past few days.


    Because the caravan was constantly on the move through the forest, she couldn¡¯t leave to play, and had to stay inside the caravan all the time.


    But Flower Fairies are naturally free and untidy, love nature, and enjoy fluttering through the forest; asking them to stay indoors for a long time is more torturous than killing them.


    Luckily, she had the Star Worm to play with; otherwise, she would have been suffocated with boredom long ago.


    The pink and green figure rose from the bed and flew towards the door. S§×arch* The nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    After a few days of ointment application, combined with daily sips of Lotus Leaf Spring, Betty¡¯s wounds had almost healed, and she regained her ability to fly.


    Although the Lotus Leaf Spring didn¡¯t have direct healing properties, its detoxification, purification capabilities, and enhancement of constitution still had a positive effect on wound healing.


    The Lotus Leaf Frog and Star Worm quickly followed, leaving a few muddy prints on the ground.


    The Lotus Leaf Frog had been helping Char with mud, piling up the stove, and now its hands were all covered in wet mud.


    Char flipped onto the roof of the caravan, looking towards the hill behind.


    The Lantern Firefly transformed into a streak of crimson light, flying towards the hill behind, almost at the same instant Char heard the disturbance, it too had detected the situation with the help of the Red Firefly.


    Morning light shone from the hill.


    The mountain air was fresh, and the morning light was just right; this scene was undeniably a perfect picture of morning wilderness.


    Unfortunately, the figures that appeared next in the scene were ugly creatures.


    One by one, green-skinned goblins emerged from the hillock, waving sticks and chasing towards this side.


    Shortly after, several figures, about the height of a human, crossed the hillock, waving iron-wrapped wooden clubs, shouting and charging over.


    These figures were as ugly as goblins, but had brown-yellow skins and sparse hair on their bodies, more resembling Bear Goblins than goblins.


    They, however, were not as tall and formidable as Bear Goblins, nor were their appearances as fierce.


    These were Big Goblins, ugly creatures that lie between goblins and Bear Goblins.


    The goblin crisis had finally arrived!

 Chapter 34 - 34 Fierce Battle Goblins Everywhere

    Chapter 34: Chapter 34: Fierce Battle, Goblins Everywhere


    Chapter 34: Chapter 34: Fierce Battle, Goblins Everywhere


    The goblins let out angry screams, brandishing their weapons as they chased after the carriage.


    They began to hurl stones from a distance.


    It was this despicable Half-Elf! It had stealthily killed many of their companions in recent days, including one of their leaders.


    Now that they had finally found their enemy, how could they let him go?


    Standing on top of the carriage, Char watched with a grave expression as the goblins, driven by the Big Goblins, charged at the carriage.


    Big Goblins inherited the consistently nasty temperament of their kind, but their combat power was much stronger than that of the regular goblins, and they had more fighting spirit as well.


    Although they also had a side that bullied the weak and feared the strong and would flee upon sensing danger, at least they would not start to rout at the slightest disturbance like the goblins.


    Their combat strength was much stronger than that of the goblins,


    Char¡¯s face grew terrifyingly grim; the goblins that had appeared were already enough trouble for him, not to mention the continual emergence of even more goblins from the hills.


    After days of reconnaissance by Red Firefly, he had roughly figured out the number and composition of the goblin forces.


    Even though he had already killed some goblins and Big Goblins, there were still over fifty goblins left, including several Bear Goblins.


    This was not a force he could currently contend with.


    As expected of the first difficult-level task given by the system, it really was extremely challenging!


    Char¡¯s mind was in turmoil; he had thought the goblins would need more time to catch up, by which time he would have definitely completed the upgrades on the carriage and recruited his fourth Magic Pet.


    Not only would the defense of the carriage drastically increase, but he would also gain an additional combat power.


    Even if he couldn¡¯t completely resolve the crisis, at least he could make a full retreat.


    Unexpectedly, the goblins caught up much sooner than he had estimated, and Lantern Firefly had failed to detect them in advance!


    But he couldn¡¯t really blame Lantern Firefly.


    After autumn began, each rain brought cooler weather, and yesterday¡¯s rain had considerably cooled down the temperature.


    Many Red Fireflies had died in last night¡¯s autumn rain, significantly reducing Lantern Firefly¡¯s ¡°spies,¡± so it wasn¡¯t to blame for failing to detect the enemy¡¯s proximity in advance. Sear?h the n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Moreover, if it weren¡¯t for Lantern Firefly, he would have been caught by the goblins days ago and wouldn¡¯t have lasted until today.


    Amidst his swirling thoughts, Char jumped off the top of the carriage and began patting Old Ma, urging him to run faster.


    Previously, he had always been concerned about Old Ma¡¯s aged weakness and had never urged him for fear that the horse wouldn¡¯t get back up once it fell, but now he could no longer afford to worry about that.


    ¡°It¡¯s the goblins! These filthy creatures! Stinking, rotten things!¡±


    Betty anxiously flitted around Char.


    Although she repeatedly called them ¡°filthy creatures¡± and ¡°stinking things,¡± as if she didn¡¯t fully perceive the goblins as a threat,


    her anxious demeanor showed that she was quite panicked inside.


    ¡°Lantern Firefly, Star Worm! Go intercept the goblins! Be careful! Do not engage in prolonged battles!¡±


    Char shouted his orders.


    Even though Char had already urged Old Ma to his limits, the carriage couldn¡¯t go much faster.


    Given Old Ma¡¯s condition, even without any load and running at full speed, it might not necessarily outrun the goblins, let alone while pulling a carriage.


    Thus, the carriage was definitely going to be caught up to¡ªthis was an undeniable and unavoidable fact.


    For Char, he had to adopt the ¡°Kite Strategy,¡± aiming to kill as many goblins as possible before being caught and to make use of the time to complete the final upgrade task.


    The only ones capable of this were Lantern Firefly and Star Worm¡ªwith Star Worm¡¯s assistance, the killing power of Lantern Firefly would dramatically increase.


    As for Lotus Leaf Frog and Betty?


    The mobility of Lotus Leaf Frog was too weak compared to Lantern Firefly and Star Worm. Once surrounded by goblins, it would easily be killed¡ªhaving the ability to fly was a huge advantage, regardless of being low or high level.


    Betty could also fly, and in theory, she could strike the enemy alongside Lantern Firefly and Star Worm.


    But after thinking it over, Char decided not to let Betty join in.


    Even though Betty could fly, her flying speed was much slower than that of Lantern Firefly and Star Worm, and she didn¡¯t have the strong defense capabilities like Star Worm. Being more fragile, she would be more susceptible to danger upon impact.


    Moreover, Lantern Firefly and Star Worm were his Magic Pets, over whom he had absolute command¡ªBetty was not!


    Lantern Firefly and Star Worm immediately took action.


    Although the enemy they faced this time was extraordinary and even Lantern Firefly was at risk of falling, upon hearing Char¡¯s command, Lantern Firefly and Star Worm didn¡¯t hesitate to fly out and confront the enemy.


    Immediately after, Char turned back to the carriage without forgetting to draw his bow and notch an arrow. As the bowstring tensed like a full moon, he focused, aiming and shooting an arrow like lightning.


    The bowstring sang as the arrow flew, and the next second, the leading goblin screamed terribly, flipping backward through the air.


    Char ducked down, feeling a slight thrill: He wondered if it was the potential aroused by the crisis, for that arrow had completely surpassed his usual standard and performed above his normal level¡­


    In the distance, the death of their companion immediately triggered fear in the hearts of the other goblins, these ugly, short, green-skinned creatures. They screamed as they fled, only to hear a roar as an iron-clad wooden club swept through, directly smashing one of the fleeing goblins in half and flinging it through the air.


    This goblin didn¡¯t even manage to emit a whole scream before it split into two halves and fell to the ground.


    Behind them, after killing one goblin, the Big Goblin emitted another roar-like reprimand, stopping the others from continuing their escape.


    The goblins were so frightened that they dared not flee anymore.


    In the days before, Char¡¯s killing of solitary goblins had already stirred fear in these timid creatures. It took the brutal killing of several goblins by a few Bear Goblins to halt their escape.


    Now with Bear Goblins and Big Goblins supervising them from behind, the goblins had no chance of escaping.


    At that moment, the attack of the Lantern Firefly finally came.


    The Red Glow streaked through the sky so quickly that the goblins, with only 1/4 the challenge level, couldn¡¯t even react in time, getting struck one after another.


    Red Glow was exceptionally effective against Smoke Weasel, forcing them to deploy ¡°Gray Mist Substitute¡± to share the damage. For the goblins, it was even more fatal; the initial impact alone was enough to cause lethal damage, even without the subsequent burning.


    Several goblins were directly killed by the Red Glow, even the Big Goblins couldn¡¯t escape unscathed.


    Although these few Big Goblins attempted to evade, they still got hit by Red Glow¡ªBig Goblins were not known for their agility, and with the speed of Red Glow so fast that even the nimble Smoke Weasel couldn¡¯t completely dodge, the ¡°clumsy¡± Big Goblins had even less chance.


    As the Red Glow struck, the Big Goblins let out a series of screams, but compared to the goblins, Big Goblins had much stronger defense and vitality.


    Red Glow couldn¡¯t kill them instantly; at the very least, they could hold on for some time before dying.

 Chapter 35 - 35 Castle Upgrade Wind Winged Horse

    Chapter 35: Chapter 35 Castle Upgrade! Wind Winged Horse!


    Chapter 35: Chapter 35 Castle Upgrade! Wind Winged Horse!


    In the carriage, Char built the stove with the fastest speed possible.


    The situation was critical, and his heart was filled with nervous anxiety. The more nervous he became, the more easily he could make mistakes. However, at this moment, Char seemed to have divine assistance¡ªhis hands were unusually stable, and he built the stove even faster than before.


    Just then, Char¡¯s figure swayed, nearly losing his balance.


    But there was no frustration on his face; instead, there was a look of surprise.


    Because the carriage¡¯s speed had suddenly surged, it was the spike in velocity that caught him off guard and caused him to nearly lose his balance.


    Unexpectedly, Old Ma had burst into action at the crucial moment.


    ¡­


    On the hillside, as his underlings were being decimated by the attacks of Lantern Fireflies, two Bear Goblins let out a roar and leaped high, charging down the slope to strike at the Lantern Fireflies and Star Worms with fury.


    Goblins breed quickly and are easily replenished, so the Bear Goblins didn¡¯t fret too much over heavy casualties.


    But Big Goblins were different; they were much harder to replenish than regular goblins. The loss of even one could cause considerable distress for two Bear Goblins.


    Moreover, Char and his team had previously killed a Bear Goblin!


    This time, for the Lantern Fireflies and Star Worms, the two Bear Goblins were settling both new and old scores!


    The two Bear Goblins charged with formidable aggression. The Lantern Fireflies and Star Worms didn¡¯t dare to directly confront them and instantly retreated, drifting apart. But the Bear Goblins¡¯ attack wasn¡¯t limited to the nail head hammer itself.


    Although the nail head hammer failed to hit the Lantern Fireflies and Star Worms, the blood-red shockwaves that erupted when it hit the ground still scattered the Lantern Fireflies and Star Worms into disarray.


    Strike while the enemy is sick, and he will die!


    The two Bear Goblins immediately pursued the Lantern Fireflies¡ªthe Bear Goblins might not be the smartest, but they could still identify the most threatening enemy.


    Suddenly, a blinding light shot forth, as if a small sun had appeared in front of them. The dazzling light was so intense it made the goblins screech and tear up.


    The Star Worm timely activated ¡°Blazing Light¡±, and under its cover, the Lantern Firefly launched ¡°True Red Thorn¡±. A long trail of red light streaked across the whitely blazing hillside, lunging straight into the eyes of one of the Bear Goblins.


    When Demon Beasts, including goblin-like humanoid Transcendents, use Skills, it consumes a significant amount of Magic Power, so it¡¯s not a common tactic.


    Over the course of a battle, Demon Beasts actually can¡¯t use their Skills that many times.


    Therefore, the Lantern Firefly wouldn¡¯t easily use ¡°Red Glow¡± or ¡°True Red Thorn¡±, and the Star Worm wouldn¡¯t easily use ¡°Blazing Light¡±.


    But if they could kill a Bear Goblin right then, they would still have a chance in this fight. So, without hesitation, the Lantern Firefly and the Star Worm activated their Skills.


    The Lantern Firefly¡¯s speed was incredibly fast, and it was close to piercing the Bear Goblin¡¯s eyes when suddenly, the other Bear Goblin came sweeping in with its nail head hammer.


    The Lantern Firefly had to dodge, and by the time it charged back, the Star Worm¡¯s ¡°Blazing Light¡± was already fading, and the attacked Bear Goblin had enough time to react and dodge.


    In the end, ¡°True Red Thorn¡± only wounded the Bear Goblin¡¯s arm and failed to achieve a kill as before.


    There was nothing they could do. Although the Star Worm was somewhat stronger than last time, this time they faced two Bear Goblins, and they were without the aid of the Lotus Leaf Frog, making the chances of a successful battle significantly less.


    The goblins swarmed up, attacking the Lantern Firefly and Star Worm. The two Magic Pets dodged left and right in a fraught dance of danger.


    ¡°Star Worm! And the annoying Mr. Lantern, come back!¡±


    Betty let out an anxious shriek.


    The lantern in Lantern Firefly¡¯s hand suddenly flared up, flames rising and drifting, expanding greatly in an instant, and then, with a flash, Lantern Firefly was beside the Star Worm, grabbing it, and, with the Star Worm at the center, spun around fiercely.


    Sparks flew in all directions, and the Red Glow spread like splattering magma, blooming like red Persian chrysanthemums, expanding clockwise and forcing the goblins to retreat.


    Seizing the opportunity, Lantern Firefly, holding onto the Star Worm, flew out of the encirclement and chased after the carriage.


    Inside the carriage, Char¡¯s hands moved quickly, finally shaping the stove; he threw the prepared designs onto the stove, and the next second, the designs melded with the stove¡­


    Then, light!


    A holy yet resplendent radiance appeared in the sight of Char, Betty, the Magic Pet, and the goblins, so brilliantly radiant and holy.


    As if by miracle!


    The divine light covered the entire carriage, including Old Ma who was pulling the carriage.


    Although it was already morning, the sky had not fully brightened; in this semi-light, semi-darkness, the sacred light seemed even more dazzling.


    Under the embrace of Prayer Light, the carriage began to transform, becoming wider and the top became higher, and even Old Ma, who was straining to pull the carriage, began to metamorphose.


    But before the transformation of the carriage and Old Ma had finished, a loud explosion came from behind, startling Char who was just re-emerging from the carriage.


    He faintly heard, amidst the explosion, several screams interspersed.


    Char quickly leaned out to check the situation behind, only to see that an additional carriage compartment had suddenly appeared behind this section of the carriage, and as it appeared and fell heavily, it crushed several goblins and Big Goblins who were nearly catching up to the carriage upon impact.


    The screams were theirs.


    ¡°This¡­¡±


    Amazement was unmistakable on Char¡¯s face; he had never expected a second compartment to appear following the upgrade.


    When he had planned the game originally, there was no such design! Sear?h the n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    He remembered clearly, the second phase of the Castle was supposed to be a double-decker carriage, with the first floor for living and the second for farming and breeding.


    Before the astonishment could fade from Char¡¯s face, the carriage suddenly sped up, swiftly leaving the goblins behind.


    In the distance, Old Ma, pulling the carriage, had completely changed appearance, shedding his old look and the dull brown of his fur turning into a beautiful sky blue, and even his stature transformed into something tall and majestic.


    But these were not the most eye-catching, the most striking was the ethereal sky blue flames ¡°burning¡± on his hooves and the billowing sky blue Wind Wings on either side of his spine.


    Substantial sky blue whirlwinds scattered, part flying into the forest, part coiling underneath the carriage, making the originally heavy carriage much lighter, which increased the racing speed of the carriage even further.


    [Wind Winged Horse]


    [Skills]: Wind Wings (Level 1), Wind Blade Burst (Level 1), Light Wind (Level 1)


    [Challenge Level]: 2


    [Introduction]: This seems to be an uncommon Demon Beast, bred specifically for pulling carriages and riding. The Wind Winged Horse is the incarnation of wind, capable of racing across nearly any terrain. They excel at releasing a Light Wind that makes objects lighter and can also grow wings for brief swoops through the air. When faced with danger, they can unleash wind blades to attack enemies. Of course, the Wind Winged Horses are not true flying horses; their flying ability is not strong, nor can they maintain flight for an extended period of time.

 Chapter 36 - 36 The Lingering Danger Arrow Skill Upgrade

    Chapter 36: Chapter 36: The Lingering Danger, Arrow Skill Upgrade


    Chapter 36: Chapter 36: The Lingering Danger, Arrow Skill Upgrade


    Although the system introduction ended with a ¡°but,¡± it frankly stated that the Wind Winged Horse¡¯s flying ability was not strong.


    But Char was still very surprised because he never expected that the horse pulling the cart could also be considered a Magic Pet!


    When designing the game originally, he and his colleagues at the studio didn¡¯t count the creatures pulling carts as Magic Pets, because these creatures ¡ª whether it was the common horses in the early stages or the Silver Flying Pegasus, Griffins, or even Flying Dragons and Unicorns in the later stages ¡ª were just tools for pulling the Castle.


    Their only purpose was to act as a power source for the Castle. Besides providing power, they would not participate in attacks or defense, and even the monsters wouldn¡¯t attack them.


    In the game, there was never a setting for these creatures, which pulled the Castle, to participate in combat!


    Now, the game had turned into reality, and it seemed like a bug had occurred, suddenly giving him an extra Magic Pet.


    Considering that he would have more Demon Beasts pulling the cart in the future, not limited to one, it meant the number of Magic Pet slots under his name would increase by several more.


    What made Char even more surprised was ¡ª although the Wind Winged Horse¡¯s two skills, ¡°Wind Wings¡± and ¡°Light Wind,¡± were clearly meant for pulling the cart.


    Paired together, they could even make the cart briefly take off for a low-altitude flight.


    But the Wind Winged Horse was not completely without combat ability; its ¡°Wind Blade Burst¡± skill had a very strong lethality.


    As a result, the Wind Winged Horse¡¯s Challenge Level had reached Level 2!


    This was the highest level among Char¡¯s subordinates, including himself!


    Although in terms of comprehensive strength, the Lantern Firefly was definitely a bit stronger, in the current critical moment, having a Level 2 Challenge Level immediate combat force join was also a strong reinforcement.


    For Char, this was really a big surprise!


    He could hardly believe that the system had just restricted the number of Magic Pets, catching him off guard and greatly frustrating him, but in the blink of an eye, it had opened a loophole for him, adding several Magic Pet slots out of thin air¡­


    One could only say this was a system very good at ¡°PUA,¡± giving a hard knock then a sweet jujube, deeply adept in the ¡°Way of PUA.¡±


    Char couldn¡¯t help but feel grateful to it, because having a Level 2 Challenge Level strength suddenly added, greatly boosted his confidence in getting through the crisis!


    The incredible changes weren¡¯t just with the horse, but the cart itself as well.


    The cart, before upgrading, was not only cramped and full of repairs, but its wood was also very average.


    It was just an ordinary oak color, not sturdy enough, nor thick enough, looking vulnerable to a gentle breeze, extremely flimsy, and if caught by a Bear Goblin, they would only need one hammer strike to smash the wooden boards of the cart to smithereens.


    But now, that was certainly impossible for the Bear Goblins.


    The original oak was replaced with ironwood, its color became as deep as iron, and even the texture was becoming more metallic, from inside out, exuding four words: impregnable fortress!


    Even if Bear Goblins employed ¡°Hammer Strike,¡± they wouldn¡¯t be able to damage the cart, maybe they¡¯d even get injured from the recoil, the ¡°Castle¡¯s¡± defense had increased multifold.


    Char flipped over to the top of the cart in a single agile motion.


    Just then, the Lantern Firefly and Star Worm finally came back safely.


    After using ¡°Red Glow¡± and ¡°True Red Thorn¡± twice and once respectively, Lantern Firefly¡¯s Magic Power was greatly depleted. Especially the second ¡°Red Glow,¡± which was completely an outburst, almost drained Lantern Firefly¡¯s Magic Power dry.


    The Lantern Firefly now had only 4 points of Magic Power left out of a total of 33 points¡ª(at birth, Lantern Firefly¡¯s Magic Power was 31 points, but during this period, Lantern Firefly had grown stronger, and the Magic Power increased from 31 points to 33 points).


    Therefore, the Lantern Firefly seemed very exhausted, almost staggering as it landed on top of the cart.


    The Lantern Firefly had always been very stern, prideful, and capable of enduring pain, an action-oriented creature with few words, never complaining. But now, it clearly showed signs of exhaustion, indicating its dreadful condition.


    Char reacted swiftly, catching the Lantern Firefly to steady it, yet his expression was stern.


    For demon beasts, especially those of lower levels, there is no such thing as a prolonged battle¡ªvictory or defeat usually occurs within a very short span of time.


    Because lower-level demon beasts can only muster one or two bursts of strength; after these, they enter a state of exhaustion.


    Next, they either tuck tail and manage to escape successfully or become food for their enemy.


    Although the Lantern Firefly was not injured, it was essentially incapacitated in its exhausted state. The Star Worm was a bit better off, but it had also expended a great deal of energy.


    Therefore, even though the carriage had leveled up, becoming sturdier and greatly increasing its defense, and they had acquired the new force of the Wind Winged Horse, the crisis had not yet passed¡ªthey were still facing a significant threat and challenge alongside the Star Worm and the Lantern Firefly!


    Just then, Betty provided a pleasant surprise; a waft of pink, fragrant breeze passed by, enveloping the Lantern Firefly.


    And then!


    Char saw the Magic Power of the Lantern Firefly slowly start to replenish, bit by bit.


    ¡°Aromatic healing¡± actually had the effect of restoring Magic Power!


    Not only that, even Char, who stood to the side and inadvertently inhaled some of the pink luminescent dust, felt his spirits lifted, and he became much more alert.


    Apart from restoring Magic Power, ¡°aromatic healing¡± also had the effect of invigorating the spirit.


    Char suddenly realized that the carriage¡¯s burst of speed was not due to Old Ma suddenly tapping into the last of his strength, but because Betty had applied ¡°aromatic healing¡± to Old Ma.


    ¡°Qua qua~¡±


    From behind, the call of the Lotus Leaf Frog sounded in short bursts, as if attempting to communicate something.


    Char did not understand, but the Star Worm did.


    It flew onto the back of the Lotus Leaf Frog, dabbed a bit of Lotus Leaf Spring, and quickly returned to the side of the Lantern Firefly, letting a few drops of the spring water fall which Lantern Firefly, tilting its head back slightly, caught in its mouth.


    Lotus Leaf Spring held no direct healing capabilities, but its purifying and detoxifying properties could provide some help in the recovery of the Lantern Firefly¡¯s condition.


    At this moment, every team member was doing their best to help, playing their part.


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    Shades of green flashed by as the forest reeled backward, the carriage racing through the woods, jolting incessantly, yet Char¡¯s feet seemed glued to the roof, securely standing his ground.


    Char took a deep breath, aimed an arrow at the goblin catching up at the front, and let fly.


    The arrow whistled through the air but was deflected by the swing of a Big Goblin¡¯s club.


    Yet at that moment, whether it was due to the continual archery further refining his skills, better realizing the enhancements provided by the ¡°Natural Seal,¡± the confidence boost from the castle¡¯s level up, or the invigoration from ¡°aromatic healing,¡±


    At any rate, at that moment, fortune smiled upon Char; a strand of green light flowed over the arrow nocked on the bowstring, eventually converging at the tip.


    The next second, it shot forth like a streak of green lightning.


    This time, the Big Goblin could not deflect it and was pierced through the heart, toppling over with a heavy thud.


    A one-hit kill!

 Chapter 37 - 37 Tacit Coordination Level 3 Archer

    Chapter 37: Chapter 37: Tacit Coordination, Level 3 Archer


    Chapter 37: Chapter 37: Tacit Coordination, Level 3 Archer


    Char¡¯s heart was filled with surprise, and even though he was still in battle, he couldn¡¯t resist opening his personal panel.


    [Name]: Char Rain Season


    [Race]: Half-Elf


    [Level]: 3


    [Profession]: Archer


    [Attributes]: Strength 13+1, Defense 9, Agility 15, Constitution 12+1, Intelligence 15, Perception 14


    [Life Value]: 1451/1451


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    [Skills]: Natural Seal (1/100), Universal Arrow Skill lv2


    [Magic Pets]: Star Worm (Challenge Level 3/4), Lantern Firefly (Challenge Level 2), Lotus Leaf Frog (Challenge Level 1)


    [Subjects]: Flower Fairy¡Á1 (temporarily)


    As expected, the level of ¡°Universal Arrow Skill¡± had increased to lv2, which was a qualitative improvement.


    All six attributes had also increased by one point, but the attribute increase was unrelated to the ¡°Universal Arrow Skill¡± upgrade. The attributes had been rising over the past few days and, in fact, had started to increase since he learned ¡°Universal Arrow Skill¡±.


    After all, learning ¡°Universal Arrow Skill¡± had raised his level to 2, and the corresponding average attribute value for a Level 2 professional level was 20. His current attributes were well below that average.


    Therefore, once his professional level reached Level 2, the rate at which his attributes grew accelerated significantly.


    As his attributes enhanced, his Life Value also increased.


    Char had seen all these changes before and found them unsurprising, but what really delighted him was that his professional level had reached Level 3!


    Although ¡°professional level¡± wasn¡¯t as important as ¡°Challenge Level,¡± level suppression still existed, and a Level 3 professional rank was definitely stronger than a Level 2 challenge rank.


    In other words, in that very instant, his combat power had surpassed that of Lantern Firefly, and he had suddenly become the strongest force on his side!


    After his strength had increased, Char could even multi-task, alternately checking his personal data and bending his bow to fire arrows rapidly. In the few short seconds that he viewed his personal data, he had shot and killed another Big Goblin.


    A Level 3 archer dealing with a Big Goblin that was only Challenge Level 1 was as easy as taking candy from a baby.


    On the roof of the carriage, Char faced backward and forward, yet he moved as if he had eyes on the back of his head. It seemed he was about to hit a tree branch, but without even turning his head, he jumped lightly and then landed back down on the roof of the carriage with ease, not even swaying his body.


    In his past life, Char could never have performed this seamless sequence of actions. Such cool feats only existed in the fantasies of boys.


    But now, he did them with ease, as if it were second nature.


    Char¡¯s confidence increased further, and even though Lantern Firefly had temporarily retired from battle, he was confident he could beat back the goblins.


    Just then, a sharp warning suddenly pierced his thoughts.


    ¡°Be careful!¡±


    He loudly alerted his magic pets and leaped away from his spot with agility.


    With a ¡°thud,¡±


    a crude and simple javelin appeared behind where he had been standing and embedded itself in the carriage¡¯s roof, making a resonant ¡°thud-ding¡± sound.


    From the trajectory of the javelin, had he not dodged in time, he would have been hit squarely.


    The one who threw the javelin was one of the Bear Goblins.


    After a brief chase, the carriage once again entered their attack range.


    ¡°Thud, thud, thud!¡±


    Sounds kept coming from the carriage as the goblins threw their javelins, sticks, and stones, hitting it.


    Although the Wind Winged Horse galloped at an astounding speed, able to definitely crush goblins if it ran freely, being slowed down was inevitable because it was pulling two heavy carriages.


    With the carriage in tow, the Wind Winged Horse¡¯s speed was inferior to the goblins¡¯.


    At present, as the distance between the two sides continued to close, not only had the carriage entered the attack range of the Bear Goblins, but it had also come within range of the Big Goblins and goblins.


    Even though Char fired repeatedly with great speed, even occasionally shooting two arrows at once, he couldn¡¯t prevent the goblins from boarding the carriage.


    There was no helping it, the number of enemies was simply too great.


    The good news was that the goblins had also entered the attack range of the Lotus Leaf Frog.


    The Lotus Leaf Frog, together with Char, launched a counterattack toward the rear, only that Char was shooting wooden arrows, while the Lotus Leaf Frog was firing Water Arrows.


    Lantern Firefly got back up, the fire in the lantern blazing brightly, exhausting all its strength, attempting to launch another ¡°Red Glow¡±.


    ¡°Lantern Firefly! There¡¯s no need to go all out!¡±


    Char stopped her, then loudly called out, ¡°Star Worm!¡±


    The Star Worm immediately understood, approaching one of the Bear Goblins, and once again unleashed ¡°Blazing Light¡±.


    The sudden burst of intense light plunged the Bear Goblin into temporary Blindness, eliciting a painful and angry roar, as it attempted to jump off the carriage, use the carriage as a shield to dodge, while putting the nail head hammer in front of it and covering its eyes with its hands.


    This response couldn¡¯t have been more appropriate, but at that moment, it was facing Char, whose strength soared post-power-up, and in the face of absolute power, tactics and experience would become irrelevant.


    The Bear Goblin still in mid-air felt a pain in its chest, and before it could even scream, a sharp object pierced through its eyeball and plunged into its head.


    Finally having slain a Bear Goblin, Char took a deep breath of relief.


    He discovered that after the Universal Arrow Skill advanced, a special energy formed inside his body, the same energy that flowed over the arrow shaft and eventually gathered at the arrowhead into a green light.


    When this energy adhered to an arrow, it greatly enhanced the arrow¡¯s lethality.


    Before advancing, his arrows, even if successfully hitting a Bear Goblin, could only cause minor surface wounds and were unlikely to cause serious injuries, but now, together with Star Worm, he was able to instantly kill Bear Goblins.


    However, before Char could rejoice for long, he sensed enemies approaching from the direction in which the Wind Winged Horse was running.


    The sight in front of the carriage revealed another group of goblins coming forward, swinging clubs, led by three Bear Goblins!


    Char¡¯s face darkened.


    These goblins had actually adopted flanking tactics!


    He had truly underestimated these goblins, in his stereotypes, goblins had always been creatures with low intelligence, whether goblins, Big Goblins, or Bear Goblins.


    Who would have thought these low-intellect creatures could actually understand flanking???


    What was even more fatal was that, combining these two groups of goblins, there were notably more than the quantity he had scouted earlier, with just the Bear Goblins alone reaching a total of five, and if the one they had earlier slain were counted, that would be six.


    This was a Challenge Level difficult task???


    If Lantern Firefly had been unable to control the Red Firefly, if the Castle hadn¡¯t been upgraded in time, if his own strength hadn¡¯t happen to experience a surge¡­


    If they had directly faced them head-on like this, even if they were to double their combat strength on his side, it would have been certain death!


    This was a difficult task?


    As for tasks of even higher level difficulties, Char didn¡¯t even dare to think of the extent!


    He could only hope never to come across such a task in his lifetime.


    Char silently calculated the amount of Praying Power in his heart, thanks to the five threads of Praying Power contributed by completing the task of making a stove, the Praying Power in the shrine now again exceeded ten threads.


    He decided to continue recruiting Magic Pets, even having one more Magic Pet of Challenge Level 1 would be good.


    Char thought to himself.

 Chapter 38 - 38 Level 5 Clover Mantis

    Chapter 38: Chapter 38 Level 5! Clover Mantis!


    Chapter 38: Chapter 38 Level 5! Clover Mantis!


    In the first carriage, the shrine had transformed into a prayer room.


    The dazzling golden light streamed through the gaps of the prayer room, where the Prayer Fragments floating above the Prayer Tablet burst into a blinding glow.


    The golden light, seemingly meandering through the river of stars, was like a bolt of gold lightning, passing through the window, sweeping over the giant trees and rushing into the forest.


    A sudden surge of anticipation welled up within Char:


    Would it be the house insect, house bird, or house mouse this time? sea??h th§× Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Hopefully not the house mouse.


    In games and cartoons, mice were quite adorable.


    But in reality?


    Char didn¡¯t think the house mouse would be adorable; he preferred the house bird or the house insect instead.


    Hopefully, it would not be the house snake either, as he was afraid of snakes.


    In the bushes, an astonishing burst of light erupted.


    But at this moment, the battle had reached a crucial point.


    From behind, the previously injured Bear Goblin, led by several Big Goblins and numerous goblins, charged toward the carriage.


    As the saying goes, enemies turn red with rage upon encountering each other. As soon as the Bear Goblin boarded the carriage, it roared and charged at the Lantern Firefly.


    At this time, having undergone ¡°aromatic healing,¡± the Lantern Firefly had regained some of its magic power and vigor. Being fearless in the face of danger, it struggled to its feet, the lantern flared brighter, and it exerted all its strength to launch another ¡°Red Glow.¡±


    Char couldn¡¯t help it, as he had more enemies to face than the Lantern Firefly.


    Streaks of emerald light cut through the air, shooting down one goblin after another. At the same time, the Wind Winged Horse unleashed its skill¡ª ¡°Wind Blade Burst.¡±


    Countless aqua-colored wind blades swept forward like a flurry of knives.


    But whether it was Char¡¯s arrow feathers or the Wind Winged Horse¡¯s wind blades, they were only highly effective against the goblins and Big Goblins, and not so much against the Bear Goblin.


    Although a Level 3 archer was stronger than a Bear Goblin, it was not enough to completely dominate; the three Bear Goblins, aiding each other, could still block Char¡¯s arrows, only slightly slowing down their pace.


    On the roof of the carriage, the Bear Goblin and the Lantern Firefly had begun their deadly clash.


    Both had a Challenge Level of 2, evenly matched.


    Though the Bear Goblin was at a disadvantage against such a small and agile opponent as the Lantern Firefly and could hardly manage it,


    conversely, the Lantern Firefly found it very troublesome to deal with an opponent as large and tough as the Bear Goblin.


    Hence, their battle was deadlocked, both feeling very uncomfortable, yet neither could overpower the other.


    But with both sides¡¯ strongest combatants tied up, the situation looked dire for the Lotus Leaf Frog, Star Worm, and Betty, as they were outnumbered.


    The goblins let out increasingly excited shrieks, attacking wildly, causing perilous moments for the Star Worm and Lotus Leaf Frog.


    In an unlucky moment, a Big Goblin struck the Lotus Leaf Frog, sending it flying straight into the bushes nearby.


    Seeing this, a more bloodthirsty smile appeared on the face of the Bear Goblin, and it swung its nail head hammer even more fiercely.


    The nail head hammer grazed the Lantern Firefly and struck the roof of the carriage, actually chiseling a slight dent into the tough ironwood.


    It¡¯s dreadful to imagine what the scene would have been like if the carriage had still not been upgraded and was still made from thin oak.


    Probably, the Bear Goblin would have already smashed through the roof and killed its way into the carriage, right?


    Just as the Star Worm and Betty were about to be hit, suddenly, countless emerald light leaves flew out from the bushes alongside the road.


    Countless green leaves converged like a swarm of green butterflies, fluttering toward them.


    Blood!


    Copious amounts of blood spurted out.


    Wherever the emerald light leaves passed, goblins bore wounds all over their bodies, with blood gushing out desperately from these wounds, quickly staining the carriage crimson, giving the iron-black carriage a dark red hue.


    It was like a green leaf storm had swept through, and when the storm had abated, there were hardly any left standing on the carriage.


    Aside from Char¡¯s allies like the Lantern Firefly and Star Worm, the only enemies still standing were that Bear Goblin and its two accompanying Big Goblins.


    The rest had already fallen.


    The small-framed, weak-skinned goblins were dismembered outright.


    The larger, tougher-skinned Big Goblins also bore terrifying wounds; even the wooden sticks in their hands had snapped into pieces, leaving nothing of the goblins but their whole corpses.


    This scene not only scared the remaining Bear Goblin and Big Goblins on the carriage half to death, but also caused those still in pursuit and those who were encircling to come to an abrupt halt in terror.


    In the bushes, suddenly two streaks of emerald light soared into the sky like two curved willow leaves, heading straight for the Bear Goblin.


    The sudden noise gave the goblins at the front and back such a fright that they retreated a few steps instinctively, like startled birds.


    The Bear Goblin hastily raised its hammer to block, but to no avail!


    The two willow-leaf streaks of emerald light suddenly elongated and then intertwined, snapping fiercely.


    With two soft sounds, the nail head hammer was already broken, and the Bear Goblin¡¯s motion to block with the hammer abruptly stopped, coming to a sudden halt.


    One second later, the Bear Goblin¡¯s massive head fell.


    A great spurt of blood shot up like a crimson fountain, reaching two to three meters high.


    The cut was smooth and even, as neither the tough skin nor the hard spine obstructed the two light sabers, as effortless as cutting through tofu.


    After losing its head, the Bear Goblin¡¯s body stood erect for two or three seconds before falling heavily.


    In that instant, all eyes at the scene focused on the figure intersecting the two willow leaf light sabers suspended in front of the Bear Goblin.


    It was a green figure, varying in shades from deep to light; the darkest a moody moss green, and the lighter areas a mix of grass green, light green, and fresh green.


    The New Magic Pet was also small in stature, but a bit bigger than the Lantern Firefly, standing about thirty centimeters tall.


    The pale green wings vibrated in the air like a light green shade.


    It resembled a mantis, with a triangular head and blade-like forelimbs similar to those of a mantis, but the membrane wings on its back were much longer and wider than those of a mantis and appeared almost transparent, tinged with a hint of light green.


    Beyond that, this Demon Beast also bore clover-shaped patterns on its body; the deep green color predominantly came from these clover patterns.


    This was a Demon Beast that resembled both a mantis and a grasshopper.


    [Clover Mantis]


    [Attributes]:Strength 43, Defense 37, Agility 65, Constitution 47, Intelligence 57, Perception 56


    [Life Value]:11538/11538


    [Magic Power]:1351/1165


    [Skills]:Green Leaf Storm (Level 3), Emerald Light Blade (Level 2), Clover¡¯s Summer (Level 3)


    [Challenge Level]:5


    [Introduction]:Clover Mantises are the doctors and guardians of the forest, naturally kind-hearted, and fond of helping and healing injured animals in the forest, known as the ¡°Forest Doctor.¡± However, if anyone underestimates them because of this, they are sorely mistaken. Apart from their kind nature, Clover Mantises also have a fierce side. Insect-type Demon Beasts are often weak, but Clover Mantises are not among them; their combat power is astonishing, and many notorious Demon Beasts appear on their diet.

 Chapter 39 - 39 The Grim Reaper of the Forest the Mighty

    Chapter 39: Chapter 39: The Grim Reaper of the Forest, the Mighty Clover Mantis


    Chapter 39: Chapter 39: The Grim Reaper of the Forest, the Mighty Clover Mantis


    A set of miraculous data appeared above the Clover Mantis, and Char was overwhelmed with intense joy.


    But beyond the joy, a corner of his heart was still occupied by worry and urgency:


    The Lotus Leaf Frog had just been sent flying by a hit from a Big Goblin, and its condition was still unclear!


    Just now, he had to act as the mainstay, facing the majority of the enemies, unable to spare any attention for it, but now that stronger reinforcements had arrived, was there any need for him to keep straining himself?


    Therefore, Char could only delay his jubilation.


    He merely glanced at the Clover Mantis¡¯s panel in haste before leaping from the carriage and sprinting towards the spot where the Lotus Leaf Frog had fallen, just as the Wind Winged Horse came to a stop.


    ¡°Mr. Char!¡±


    Seeing Char jump off the carriage, Betty cried out in alarm, worried that he would be surrounded by the goblins.


    But, no goblin dared to approach.


    All the goblins were intimidated by the terrifying strength showcased by the Clover Mantis, and none of them tried to advance even after seeing Char voluntarily jump off the carriage.


    Even the goblins that had been heading towards the spot where the Lotus Leaf Frog fell, hoping to take advantage of the situation, stopped in their tracks and retreated subconsciously as Char drew closer.


    They were not just afraid of Char but even more so of the Clover Mantis!


    The scene from just moments ago, where the Clover Mantis had instantly slaughtered numerous goblins and Big Goblins like a meat grinder, was too cruel and had already scattered the little bravery the goblins possessed.


    Not only the goblins and Big Goblins, but even the Bear Goblin chiefs had lost their will to fight at this point.


    On the carriage, seeing Char jump off and head alone towards where the Lotus Leaf Frog had crashed, the Star Worm and the Lantern Firefly, without a word, immediately abandoned their foes and chased after Char.


    To them, nothing was more important than Char¡¯s safety.


    The Clover Mantis was a bit slower in reacting compared to the Star Worm and the Lantern Firefly. Only after eliminating two Big Goblins did it fly towards Char.


    But its speed was much faster than that of the Star Worm and the Lantern Firefly, like a flicker of emerald green shadow from the forest, it was by Char¡¯s side in the blink of an eye.


    For the Clover Mantis too, Char¡¯s safety was of the utmost importance.


    Compared to that, pursuing goblins was hardly a concern.


    By now, Char had already found the Lotus Leaf Frog, which looked rather pitiful having crashed into the shrubbery.


    The Big Goblin¡¯s club was wrapped in iron sheeting, and the sheeting had spikes protruding from its surface, so the hit did not just injure the Lotus Leaf Frog but also left many bloody holes on its body, looking bloody and grim. S~ea??h the n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    However, Char breathed a sigh of relief.


    Because according to the panel, the Lotus Leaf Frog¡¯s Life Value had not decreased by much, at least not enough to endanger its life.


    ¡°Clover Mantis, heal the Lotus Leaf Frog,¡± Char instructed.


    With Char¡¯s command, a life-affirming green light appeared above the head of the Lotus Leaf Frog. The green light condensed into the shape of a clover, and a handful of clovers fell down, covering the Lotus Leaf Frog¡¯s wounds.


    The horrific wounds began to visibly heal at an astonishing rate!


    This was the Clover Mantis¡¯s healing skill¡ª ¡°Clover¡¯s Summer,¡± a powerful Level 3 skill!


    Therefore, as soon as it was activated, Char witnessed its impressive healing capabilities.


    And this was just a part of the might of ¡°Clover¡¯s Summer.¡±


    Because the injuries to the Lotus Leaf Frog only looked dire, they were not severe. It had only lost a third of its blood, and there was no need for a powerful Level 3 healing skill to be activated to its full extent.


    The amount of healing was far in excess, and any excess was a waste.


    Therefore, the Clover Mantis merely invoked a very small portion of the power from ¡°Clover¡¯s Summer.¡± For it, controlling the intensity of its skills was as simple as drinking water.


    Strength was dictated by will, and it hardly caused any waste of magic power.


    ¡°Clover Mantis, slaughter all these ugly goblins!¡±


    Seeing that the Lotus Leaf Frog had fully recovered, Char gave the order once more, his voice steeped in coldness.


    The next second, the Clover Mantis transformed into a jade-colored reaper, chasing down the goblins who were now clumsily attempting to flee for their lives.


    Its two emerald hand blades, enhanced by the skill ¡°Emerald Light Blade,¡± were like the scythe of the Grim Reaper, leaving no goblin standing in its wake with a single strike.


    Even the seemingly strong Bear Goblin stood no chance against the Clover Mantis.


    Char¡¯s gaze followed the movements of the Clover Mantis.


    It was only now that he allowed himself to be swept away by surprise and took the opportunity to carefully examine the panel data of the Clover Mantis.


    As a Demon Beast with a Challenge Level of 5, the average attributes of the Clover Mantis should have reached 50.


    But the Strength and Defense attributes of the Clover Mantis were not high, with Strength at only 43 and Defense even lower at 37, well below the average.


    However, this could be seen from the appearance of the Clover Mantis; with its size and lack of leather, scales, or a hard shell on its body, how could its Strength and Defense be high?


    But the Speed attribute of the Clover Mantis was very high, reaching 67, and its Intelligence and Perception were also above the average.


    This elevated the base attributes of the Clover Mantis, and compared to other Demon Beasts with a Challenge Level of 5, the disparity was not large.


    What truly brought the Clover Mantis¡¯s Challenge Level to 5 were its skills.


    The Clover Mantis had a total of three skills, a modest number, but two of them were Ring 3 skills and one was a Ring 2 skill, one of which was the rarely seen healing skill.


    This was quite remarkable!


    It was the strength of its skills that enhanced the combat power of the Clover Mantis, raising its Challenge Level to 5.


    If the skills of the Clover Mantis were less impressive, with its base attributes, its Challenge Level would hardly have reached 5.


    Not far away, the Wind Winged Horse had come to a complete stop.


    It had just launched ¡°Wind Blade Burst,¡± causing decent damage, but this was overshadowed by the radiance of the Clover Mantis; the scene hardly drew any attention.


    ¡°That¡¯s great, Mr. Char, everyone is safe!¡±


    Betty arrived tardily, patting her tiny chest and feeling unsettled as she spoke.


    Then she flew to the Lotus Leaf Frog, concerned about its injuries.


    The Lotus Leaf Frog, dazed, tilted its head and let out a soft ¡°croak?¡±


    Char chuckled, glanced at the system task bar, and saw that the task ¡°kill this group of goblins¡± was still incomplete. After a while, the task suddenly showed as completed.


    Instantly, twenty-five threads of Praying Power were credited to his account, including a piece of equipment called ¡°Bloodthirsty Pupil,¡± of which he was curious about the effect.


    Given the difficulty of the task, it was undoubtedly stronger than the Wild Boar Dagger and was likely an accessory he could wear.


    A sense of anticipation couldn¡¯t help but grow in Char¡¯s heart.


    Although both were his own combat power, the feeling of possessing extraordinary power in a Magic Pet was completely different from wielding it himself.


    Although he had become an archer not long ago, Char was already fascinated by the ability to move stealthily, shoot with precision from great distances, and easily kill enemies and prey.


    Now, about to acquire a piece of equipment that could significantly enhance his own strength, how could he not be expectant?

 Chapter 40 - 40 The New Skills of the Star Worm

    Chapter 40: Chapter 40 The New Skills of the Star Worm


    Chapter 40: Chapter 40 The New Skills of the Star Worm


    The Clover Mantis had already flown beyond Char¡¯s line of sight, its destination unknown.


    However, the mission was complete; it must have slain the last goblin.


    In the blink of an eye, dozens of goblins were killed without exception, including four Bear Goblins!


    This fighting power was enough to deter the petty thieves, dominating this region as a king!


    ¡°Star Treasure! Go absorb strength!¡±


    Char said to the Star Worm, his heart still trembling with ongoing elation.


    Although the goblin crisis had brought him great pressure and peril, the immense stress also forced out his potential, causing his strength to surge.


    The arrival of the Clover Mantis and the Wind Winged Horse had more than doubled his forces, hadn¡¯t they?


    Together with his own soaring combat ability and the ¡°Castle¡¯s¡± upgrade.


    It could be said that he had completely changed his weapons, opening a new chapter.


    If the arrival of the Lantern Firefly meant that he had gained basic safety for his life and could obtain food relatively easily, meaning he no longer needed to worry about going hungry.


    Then the birth of the Clover Mantis and the ¡°Castle¡¯s¡± upgrade meant he could firmly stand his ground, ready to boldly explore the Florence Forest.


    Even if the Clover Mantis hadn¡¯t been born or the ¡°Castle¡± hadn¡¯t been upgraded, just his advancement to a Level 3 archer gave him enough confidence to begin exploring beyond the Newbie Village.


    Only now did he finally resemble something of a lord¡ªbefore, at best, he was an adventurer, and a destitute one at that.


    ¡­


    The Star Worm began to draw power from the goblins, alternating between bright and dim as it lay atop their corpses, like a twinkling star.


    Perhaps not wanting to waste time, or perhaps eager to increase its power, the Star Worm didn¡¯t save the ¡°tastiest¡± for last as it usually did but absorbed from whichever was closest.


    At first, the Star Worm¡¯s attributes showed no change, but as it lingered and flew away from goblin corpse to goblin corpse, its six-dimensional attributes quickly began to change.


    This was particularly true when the Star Worm began to draw the Life Essence and Magic Power from the Big Goblins and Bear Goblins; the change was even more pronounced.


    Finally, after the Star Worm glowed dimly and brightly atop the second Bear Goblin¡¯s corpse for a good while,


    it advanced!


    In an instant, the Star Worm radiated a stronger light, golden rays spreading across its body, making the Star Worm look like a small sun emitting a golden glow.


    Then, under the watchful eyes of Char, Betty, the Lantern Firefly, and the Lotus Leaf Frog, the Star Worm¡¯s size began to increase, quickly growing to five or six centimeters in diameter.


    At the same time, a ring of faint golden pentagrams appeared around it.


    These golden pentagrams, like the rings surrounding a planet, orbited around the Star Worm, moving slowly.


    Betty, gazing at the upgraded Star Worm, couldn¡¯t help but support her face with her hands, her eyes sparkling with excitement; the Star Worm had undoubtedly become larger, brighter, and more dazzling.


    Char had been closely monitoring the Star Worm¡¯s panel, and by now, its panel had undergone earth-shattering changes.


    [Star Worm]


    [Attributes]: Strength 11, Defense 29, Agility 21, Constitution 14, Intelligence 13, Perception 16


    [Life Value]: 367/367


    [Magic Power]: 75/55


    [Skills]: Blazing Light (Level 1), Star Impact (Level 1)


    [Challenge Level]: 1


    [Introduction]: The Star Worm, having absorbed a substantial amount of life force and magic power, has undergone its most significant metamorphosis to date. It is no longer the weak creature of the forest with no attack power, relying solely on its hard shell for defense. Now, the Star Worm can emit Blazing Light to temporarily blind its enemies, as well as unleash high-speed star attacks to strike them.


    Char felt a surge of surprise in his heart.


    Although he had obtained the powerful Clover Mantis and Wind Winged Horse, especially the former with a Challenge Level of 5, it could protect him on his journey to find an Elf Village or a human town, if not speedily carry him through the Florence Forest ¡°map¡±.


    Nevertheless, the Star Worm¡¯s promotion still brought him a pleasant surprise.


    After this promotion, the Star Worm¡¯s combat power had surpassed that of the Lotus Leaf Frog.


    Though the Lotus Leaf Frog¡¯s Challenge Level was also 1, it only had one Level 1 Skill, while the Star Worm now possessed two Level 1 Skills, making it naturally stronger in terms of overall strength.


    More importantly, the Star Worm was the only Magic Pet he possessed thus far that could absorb ¡°Experience¡±.


    Its starting point was indeed very low, but its potential for growth was significant.


    In terms of growth potential, it might even surpass the Clover Mantis.


    Its small body held vast potential.


    Of course, this didn¡¯t mean the Lotus Leaf Frog was unimportant or irrelevant.


    In fact, with the existence of the Prayer Altar, every Magic Pet possessed exceptional potential, even the seemingly weak Lotus Leaf Frog could be of great use in the future.


    Because other Demon Beasts couldn¡¯t evolve like the Star Worm, Lantern Firefly, and Lotus Leaf Frog.


    Other Demon Beasts, once they reach adulthood, stay at their respective Levels, with almost no change. Whereas the likes of the Lotus Leaf Frog could potentially reach a Challenge Level of at least 10 after evolving to their final forms.


    It might not seem like much, especially in a situation where ¡°demi-gods are as common as dirt, and legends are less significant than dogs¡±.


    But in reality, a Challenge Level of 10 was already quite strong. Most adventurers could not reach this level in their lifetimes, and most villages and small towns were unable to withstand the ravaging of a Demon Beast with a Challenge Level as high as 10.


    Because in a real world, there is no situation where ¡°demi-gods are as common as dirt, and legends are less significant than dogs¡±.


    This was also why the system limited the number of Magic Pets, without restrictions, it would be too unbalancing. With an army of Magic Pets, one could sweep across the continent and even attack the Divine Country.


    After the Challenge Level leapt to 1, there remained many goblin corpses on the ground yet to be absorbed, and the Star Worm continued to roam over the remaining bodies, with its attributes still slowly increasing.


    However, these last few corpses were not enough to advance the Star Worm¡¯s Challenge Level further, and its Skills did not change, remaining at Level 1, with ¡°Blazing Light¡± and ¡°Star Impact¡±.


    But Char was already quite satisfied.


    Once the Star Worm had maximized the use of all the goblin bodies, Char had the Lantern Firefly burn all the corpses with a blast of fire. S§×arch* The ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Goblins, unlike the Steel Teeth Pig, white cotton rabbit, and Purple Quail, had no valuable organs. The only item of some value was their weapons, but Char had no interest in the weapons of goblins or Big Goblins.


    They were disgustingly stinky and of very low value.


    To remove the stench, they would require washing in water mixed with Lotus Leaf Spring water, but Char did not have the time for such menial tasks, nor did he care for these meager possessions.


    In the end, Char only picked up the Bear Goblin¡¯s nail head hammer.


    After all, it was equipment that could enhance attributes, and even if he couldn¡¯t use it, he could sell it to someone else later on.

 Chapter 41 - 41 Autumn Night Breeze A Warm Scene

    Chapter 41: Chapter 41: Autumn Night Breeze, A Warm Scene


    Chapter 41: Chapter 41: Autumn Night Breeze, A Warm Scene


    The Wind Winged Horse trotted over, pulling the carriage, while the Clover Mantis flew back, and Char came to the side of the carriage carrying a nail head hammer.


    The hammers reeked to high heaven, and with Char there right by, several flies were already circling and dancing around them; he did not dare to bring them back into the carriage without washing them first.


    ¡°Lotus Leaf Frog! Help me wash these nail head hammers!¡±


    Char delegated the task to the Lotus Leaf Frog, then washed his hands using a bit of Lotus Leaf Spring water before boarding the carriage.


    The urgency of the moment before had not allowed for a closer inspection, but now that he had the time, Char noticed that the carriage had not only transformed in appearance but was all brand new on the inside as well.


    The bed, tables, chairs, cabinets, and stove that were originally made from the blueprints had all taken on a new look.


    Materials had been switched to Black Iron Wood, matching the carriage and looking both sturdier and more textured; in addition, the structure had become more complex and refined, with beautiful patterns carved into the surfaces.


    Not just the large pieces had changed; the room now spontaneously contained many pots and pans, and the carriage no longer felt simple and empty, instead possessing the sense of a home, with many scattered items added.


    If the pre-upgraded carriage resembled the home of a well-to-do family in a small town, the current one could be seen as a small noble¡¯s abode.


    Beyond essential functions, there were many additional aesthetic touches.


    However, the biggest change was to the shrine that housed the Prayer Altar.


    The shrine had become a room unto itself, against one wall, squared off like a Prayer Room.


    It was primitive yet imbued with a sacred aura.


    Not only that, but Char also discovered that the carriage¡¯s interior seemed to be much larger than its exterior, as though space magic had been applied to expand the inner dimensions.


    At the far end of the wall was a door leading to another carriage.


    The two carriages were connected by massive ironwood hooks, not far apart, easily stepped across.


    The rear carriage resembled more a shed, with a roof overhead, and the bottom open, surrounded by wooden boards.


    This carriage, too, seemed larger on the inside than it appeared on the outside.


    There was nothing inside the carriage for the moment, as the whole carriage was just a frame currently.


    But no matter, Char¡¯s mind was already brimming with ideas on how to utilize this carriage, a surge of thoughts in his head.


    At that moment, though, Char had no energy to bring any of those thoughts to life; he was simply too exhausted.


    Over the last few days, while dealing with the crisis brought on by the Bear Goblin, he¡¯d hardly slept at all, barely holding on, and now that the crisis had passed and a powerful bodyguard was by his side, Char couldn¡¯t hold out any longer.


    After a cursory wash, he fell into a deep sleep.


    When he awoke, it was already evening.


    Cool breezes carrying the mountain wind wafted through the gaps in the carriage, the Star Worm nestled at his pillow edge, while Betty lay in her exquisite little bed, enveloped by fresh flowers.


    The Lotus Leaf Frog perched by a small tub of water, with a few lotus leaves and a pink lotus flower floating on the surface.


    Lantern Firefly lay at the foot of the bed, slumbering peacefully with her lantern dimmed to a faint spark.


    Looking at this scene, Char felt an unusually peaceful serenity, a beauty that was indescribable and inexplicable, as if he had fallen into a fairy tale dream.


    Char took a deep breath, flung back the covers, and stepped out of bed.


    This sound woke up both the Star Worm and Lantern Firefly.


    In the darkness, one gold and one red orb of light shone as the Star Worm and Lantern Firefly both took flight.


    Next to awaken were Betty and the Lotus Leaf Frog.


    Rubbing her sleepy eyes, Betty murmured groggily, ¡°Mr. Char?¡±


    ¡°It¡¯s fine, just keep sleeping.¡±


    Betty flew out from among the fresh flowers and blankets.


    Char pushed the door open, and a slightly chilly breeze greeted him, sharpening his alertness.


    The Clover Mantis on rooftop watch sensed the commotion and flew down.


    The dozing Wind Winged Horse also opened its eyes and snorted loudly.


    Char climbed onto the top of the carriage with hands and feet, then found a comfortable position to lie down and gaze up at the starry sky.


    The moon was about to set, but the Milky Way still hung above in the night sky, with the overlapping sounds of distant and near animal roars, bird calls, and insects chirping coming through.


    The night breeze was gentle, softly caressing Char¡¯s skin and carrying the fresh scent of the forest to his nostrils.


    The Clover Mantis settled beside Char.


    Soon, the Star Worm and Betty also flew over to join Char in stargazing.


    Inside the carriage, the Lotus Leaf Frog hopped out of the water tank, passing through the doorway and leaving a trail of wet marks on the floor.


    But these water traces didn¡¯t last long, because the Lantern Firefly had not gone out with the Star Worm and Betty, but stayed inside the room instead. S§×arch* The n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    After the Lotus Leaf Frog hopped out of the pool, the Lantern Firefly followed, staying close to the floor, its lantern shining brightly, its heat quickly drying the damp spots on the floor.


    After that, the Lantern Firefly joined the Lotus Leaf Frog waiting at the door.


    The first time the Lotus Leaf Frog made the floor wet, Char had asked the Lantern Firefly to help dry it once, and since then the Lantern Firefly had remembered.


    Whenever the Lotus Leaf Frog hopped out of the water tank, the Lantern Firefly would follow behind to dry the floor, and the Lotus Leaf Frog would always wait for it to finish.


    At the doorway, the Lotus Leaf Frog, perched on the plank, occasionally shot its tongue out to catch and eat the mosquitoes and other insects trying to fly inside.


    After the Lantern Firefly joined it, they didn¡¯t forget to close the door before leaving, to prevent more mosquitoes from getting in.


    The Lantern Firefly and the others didn¡¯t really care about mosquitoes; in the forest, how could you possibly avoid them?


    For the Lotus Leaf Frog, it mattered even less, as mosquitoes were food.


    The only one who disliked mosquitoes was Char, who had been particular about not wanting a single mosquito in the carriage ever since he had the means to prevent it.


    Oh, and now there was also Betty; she didn¡¯t like mosquitoes either and had even sought out anti-mosquito plants to grow on the surface of the carriage.


    The Lantern Firefly flew to the top of the carriage, settling next to the Clover Mantis, the two occasionally emitting soft chirps and occasionally touching antennae, communicating with each other.


    Char turned his head and glanced at the two Magic Pets, his mouth involuntarily revealing a smile.


    The Lantern Firefly had always seemed somewhat cold on the outside but warm on the inside.


    It cared deeply for its companions and carried out Char¡¯s orders to the letter, without cutting corners, taking his every word to heart.


    But on the surface, the Lantern Firefly seemed quite aloof.


    It often stayed by itself, rarely making a sound; if not for being the strongest combatant before the Clover Mantis arrived, its presence would have been incredibly faint.


    However, after the arrival of the Clover Mantis, things changed.


    The Lantern Firefly actually took the initiative to express a desire to communicate, seeking instruction in fighting skills from the Clover Mantis.


    Even though one used a Stabbing Sword and the other wielded dual blades, their techniques were different, but with the Clover Mantis¡¯s strength, it was more than capable of guiding the Lantern Firefly.


    The Clover Mantis, which seemed cold and heartless, making its debut by reaping dozens of lives in a violent display.


    In reality, it had a very gentle nature, showing neither impatience nor irritation with the Lantern Firefly¡¯s requests, and was very tender and patient.

 Chapter 42 - 42 New Upgrade Task Future Plans

    Chapter 42: Chapter 42 New Upgrade Task, Future Plans


    Chapter 42: Chapter 42 New Upgrade Task, Future Plans


    The Lotus Leaf Frog also climbed onto the roof of the carriage, and unlike Char and the Star Worm, it didn¡¯t gaze up at the stars. Instead, it nestled beside Char, choosing a comfortable position to lie down and rest.


    The main theme was companionship.


    Even then, it didn¡¯t forget to keep mosquitoes away from Char and Betty. It closed its eyes but still occasionally flicked out its tongue to catch the unwary insects that ventured too close.


    Looking at the dazzling starry sky, feeling the cool breeze of dawn, listening to the early autumn night chirping, and seeing the Star Worm, Lantern Firefly, Lotus Leaf Frog, Clover Mantis, and Flower Fairy by his side, Char felt an indescribable joy and satisfaction fill his heart.


    It was as if all his thoughts had been cleared out, leaving only an indescribable relaxation and peace throughout his body.


    In this rare state of relaxation and satisfaction, he soon felt a vague drowsiness envelop him.


    The next morning, he was woken by the piercing sunlight.


    The morning sun was so dazzling that even with his eyes closed, he could see a faint red through his eyelids, accompanied by a slight burning sensation.


    When Char opened his eyes, the first thing he saw was the Clover Mantis and Lantern Firefly exchanging combat techniques mid-air without making a sound to avoid waking him. Their interaction was completely silent.


    The Star Worm, Betty, and the Lotus Leaf Frog, like him, were all still asleep.


    Sleeping was indeed a contagious affair.


    The sunlight shone on him, and at that moment Char felt utterly lazy. He didn¡¯t sit up; instead, he lay there and contentedly started checking his tasks on his personal panel.


    [Upgrade Task]


    [Task 1]Please! Be like a home! Sear?h the ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    [Task Description]As a castle owner, well, you¡¯re not quite a castle owner yet.


    But anyhow, as a future castle owner, how can your dwelling be so humble?


    Divide it into rooms with various functions, especially now that the interior of the carriage is big enough.


    Go for it! Move towards a beautiful new life!


    [Reward]: Praying Power¡Á250


    [Task 2]Pastoral Symphony!


    [Task Description]As a mobile castle, how could it only have living quarters?


    Forget about grains for now; there¡¯s not enough space.


    But other things are possible, like planting some vegetables, raising some poultry, aquatic creatures, enclosing a few pigs, and if possible, even shepherding some sheep¡ªgrazing by day, penning by night.


    Don¡¯t you like such a pastoral life?


    [Reward]: Praying Power¡Á200


    There were only two tasks in total, but each task of them alone rewarded a hefty two hundred and two hundred and fifty strands of Praying Power, which was simply eye-popping.


    However, this wasn¡¯t the system suddenly becoming overly generous, because these were major tasks; under these two major tasks, there were several minor tasks.


    These four hundred and fifty strands of Praying Power were the sum of the Praying Power rewarded for each minor task!


    Upgrading the castle to the third stage was not going to be easy.


    In fact, it was much harder than the first stage¡ªany game becomes progressively harder to level up as you advance.


    Char opened the first task, and with a swipe, five minor tasks appeared before him.


    [Task 1]Flowers and Decorations!


    [Task Description]How can one¡¯s life lack poetry?


    As a castle owner, antiques and gardens are a must.


    What? You only own a carriage right now? Well¡­ that shouldn¡¯t lower your standards!


    Anyway, start by decorating your home!


    [Reward]: Praying Power¡Á50


    [Task Two]Bedroom Battle!


    [Task Description]You now have enough space, so isn¡¯t it time to consider setting up a bedroom for yourself?


    Living, eating, and relieving oneself in the same room is not the life a castle owner should have.


    [Reward]: 50 Praying Power


    ¡­


    There are five tasks in total.


    The first task is somewhat easier, as it doesn¡¯t require any blueprints. It¡¯s merely about crafting some small items and planting more flowers and grass to add a living and poetic touch to the carriage.


    After all, the system had mentioned, life must be poetic.


    This isn¡¯t difficult, having Betty around even saves him the trouble of praying for fresh flower seeds with Praying Power.


    It means that these fifty segments of Praying Power are basically free, but when the task is considered complete, that is for the system to determine.


    However, with Betty around, this task shouldn¡¯t take too long.


    But the following four tasks are not that easy to complete. Char must successively set up a bedroom, a living room, a kitchen, and a washroom.


    Physically separating different rooms isn¡¯t tough, but the issue is it needs to align with blueprints too.


    Just like the previous beds, tables and chairs, cabinets, and stoves. And for the second stage, each blueprint requires a Prayer Crystal, which equates to one hundred segments of Praying Power.


    That¡¯s too much, considering he had completed a difficult task and was only rewarded twenty-five segments of Praying Power.


    One hundred segments of Praying Power¡ªhe didn¡¯t know how long it would take or how many tasks he¡¯d need to perform.


    Thankfully, the system had some semblance of conscience, returning fifty segments of Praying Power for each task; otherwise, he would really be tasking himself to death.


    Char decided to start with the first task.


    The first task not only spared the need to spend Praying Power but also contributed fifty segments of Praying Power to him. There was no better task than this.


    However, before that, he had to spend the current Praying Power he had.


    The Praying Power from this task he planned for other purposes, there was no rush to continue upgrading the castle.


    Thinking of this, Char suddenly sat up, then rolled off the carriage roof and headed to the Prayer Altar.


    In the somewhat cramped square chamber, over twenty segments of Praying Power floated above the wish altar, emitting a sacred and dreamy brilliance, turning the stone slab that served as the altar golden.


    An ancient stone slab engraved with images of Wish Bottles and wishing stars, brilliant light danced across it.


    Looking at the Praying Power before him, Char¡¯s face was filled with the joy of a bountiful harvest.


    Even though the goblins had brought him considerable danger, the yield was enormous, contributing over twenty segments of Praying Power in one go.


    This was the first time he had received so much Praying Power at once.


    If used for recruiting Magic Pets, he could get two new Magic Pets in one go!


    But now, Char certainly wouldn¡¯t use it for recruiting Magic Pets.


    With limited Magic Pet slots, each slot was extremely precious.


    Now that he already had the protection of the Clover Mantis, there was no issue with safety, there was no need to waste a slot.


    Even though the Star Worm and Lantern Firefly could achieve a significant leap in combat power through evolution, and the growth limits of Lantern Firefly and Clover Mantis may not necessarily be lower than those Magic Pets evolved from Demon Beasts.


    But recruiting a Magic Pet evolved from a normal animal and recruiting one from a Demon Beast still had significant differences.


    After being recruited, Lantern Firefly and the others at their strongest¡ªmeasuring in combat power¡ªgauged just 5 Challenge Levels, and in most cases even just 1 or 2 Challenge Levels.


    Whereas, directly recruiting a Demon Beast as a Magic Pet starts at 6 Challenge Levels, and in high cases, the Challenge Level might even reach 9 or 10.


    This is a completely different concept!


    So, for Char, instead of hurriedly filling slots with two Magic Pets whose combat power could very likely be similar to that of Lantern Firefly and Lotus Leaf Frog, it¡¯s better to save the slots for later summons.


    By then, the new Magic Pets would start at 6 or 7 Challenge Levels.

 Chapter 43 - 43 Energy Essence Attribute Food

    Chapter 43: Chapter 43 Energy Essence, Attribute Food


    Chapter 43: Chapter 43 Energy Essence, Attribute Food


    In the Prayer Room, Char¡¯s mind stirred, and ten streams of Praying Power began to converge, quickly coalescing into a dazzling Prayer Fragment.


    Then the remaining Praying Power burst forth with splendid radiance, and after the light faded, several items had appeared on the altar.


    Most of them resembled transparent crystal pastes, and there was also a pile of fiery-red eggs about the size of sesame seeds, along with a few pieces of emerald leaves shaped like sparrows.


    [Energy Essence (Substandard)]


    [Introduction]: A food that accelerates the growth of Magic Pets. Direct consumption can also speed up the growth of Magic Pets, and if combined with attribute food of different attributes, the effect will be even better when fed to a Magic Pet of the corresponding attribute.


    [Fire Ant Egg]


    [Introduction]: Fire Attribute Food. The eggs of fire ants. Consuming it will slightly assist fire attribute Demon Beasts.


    [Green Sparrow Grass Leaves]


    [Introduction]: Grass attribute plant. Emerald leaves that resemble sparrows. Consuming them will slightly assist grass attribute Demon Beasts.


    Different texts appeared above the items brought forth by Prayer, and Char could not help but show a hint of joy on his face.


    Energy Essence (Substandard) is nothing to fuss about; it¡¯s the basic loot. If no higher-value materials are wished for, this will appear.


    In the game, it was akin to Experience. Magic Pets that consumed it would gain Experience, serving the purpose of leveling up quickly.


    Of course, the amount of Experience provided by the substandard Energy Essence was limited.


    However, as the system said, if Energy Essence could be combined with different attribute ingredients to make different ¡°balls¡± and then fed to Magic Pets of the corresponding attributes, the amount of Experience gained would greatly increase.


    Of course, the concept of Experience no longer existed now.


    But even without Experience, Energy Essence could still promote the growth of Magic Pets, it just couldn¡¯t provide immediate results like in the game¡ªwhere if you had saved up enough Energy Essence, you could increase a Magic Pet¡¯s level to its current form¡¯s limit in the blink of an eye.


    However, this was reality, and the growth of Magic Pets still had to follow objective laws, something Char had already experimented with before.


    He had spent a Prayer Power to get a portion of Energy Essence and fed it to a Star Worm, which was the lowest level¡ªlower levels should make the effects more evident.


    Unfortunately, the Star Worm showed no reaction at the time.


    Clearly, Energy Essence needed time to take effect.


    This shattered Char¡¯s dream of relying on Energy Essence for quickly enhancing the strength of his Magic Pets since at the time, he urgently needed Praying Power and obviously could not waste the precious power on this.


    Now, however, it was different; he had ample Praying Power to do other things.


    Since he wasn¡¯t in a hurry to continue upgrading the ¡°Castle,¡± it wouldn¡¯t help to rush.


    Having obtained several Energy Essence (Substandard), Char was not surprised.


    What was there to be surprised about this guaranteed loot?


    What really surprised Char was the appearance of two attribute ingredients.


    Most of the time, a ten-pull prayer would only yield one attribute ingredient, and it was possible to get none.


    To have two attribute ingredients drop from twelve prayers was already above the average drop rate.


    What delighted him even more was that the two attribute ingredients dropped were exactly the ones he needed.


    The Fire Ant Eggs could be fed to the Lantern Firefly, and the Green Sparrow Grass Leaves could be fed to the Clover Mantis and Lotus Leaf Frog.


    Except for the Star Worm, which was not applicable, the other Magic Pets could use them.


    Char immediately stored away ten portions of the Energy Essence, then took one of the remaining portions and tossed it into a stone bowl, started pounding it with a stone pestle, and after crushing it, he threw in the Fire Ant Egg.


    The stone pestle crushed the Fire Ant Egg, splattering red Bursting Liquid.


    After some pounding, the Fire Ant Egg fused with the Energy Essence, turning into a pale red ointment.


    The Lantern Firefly, who was consulting with the Clover Mantis, suddenly flew in.


    Seeing the unexpected arrival of the Lantern Firefly, Char was somewhat surprised.


    The Lantern Firefly was always silent and unobtrusive. It was rare to see such an eager demeanor.


    Following the surprise, a smile could not help but appear on his face.


    The unexpected behavior of the Lantern Firefly surely indicated that the food he was making was very attractive to it, right?


    He sped up the process, and soon seven or eight pale red, round balls were rolled out.


    After giving one to the Lantern Firefly, it began to gnaw at it with one hand.


    It could only use one hand, as its other hand was directly connected to the lantern, without any fingers.


    The Lantern Firefly always ate gracefully, but this time, it was unusually hasty, albeit just slightly, which was enough to show the allure the Energy Essence Balls had for it.


    Char followed the same method and quickly pinched out some pale green balls.


    ¡°Mr. Char, what is this? It smells so good.¡±


    Betty fluttered around the pale green balls, her nostrils quivering as she flitted up and down.


    It seemed the Grass attribute Energy Essence was also very appealing to her.


    But thinking about it, the Flower Fairy was essentially a flower incarnate. When it came to the purity of Grass attribute, even the Clover Mantis and Lotus Leaf Frog couldn¡¯t compare. The fact that Grass attribute Energy Essence was attractive to her was completely normal.


    The Lotus Leaf Frog squatted at Char¡¯s feet, constantly making croaking sounds, showing eagerness too. sea??h th§× N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    The Clover Mantis also walked in, its blade-like hands crossed in front of it like a lady.


    And indeed, it was a lady.


    Among Char¡¯s four Magic Pets, the Star Worm, Lantern Firefly, and Lotus Leaf Frog were male, while, oddly enough, the strongest Clover Mantis was female.


    ¡°This is Energy Essence, do you want some?¡±


    Char wasn¡¯t stingy with the Energy Essence in his hands; for him, Betty was also a partner.


    Betty nodded quickly, and Char gave her the smallest Energy Essence ball. Despite being the smallest, it was still large for Betty, even larger than her head.


    Betty didn¡¯t mind. She held the Energy Essence with one hand while digging into it with the other to feed herself.


    ¡°Ah! Delicious!¡±


    The Lotus Leaf Frog¡¯s croaking became more urgent, and Char also gave it a slightly smaller Energy Essence ball, then gave a large one to the Clover Mantis.


    It wasn¡¯t that he was showing favoritism; the difference in treatment was because the Clover Mantis¡¯s Level was much higher than the Lotus Leaf Frog¡¯s. It could digest such a large ball of Energy Essence, while the Lotus Leaf Frog could not.


    Giving the Lotus Leaf Frog the same size Energy Essence would easily lead to waste.


    The Star Worm watched its companions eat their fill without any negative emotions. It didn¡¯t even seem puzzled about why everyone had something to eat except for itself.


    But how could Char forget about it? He couldn¡¯t possibly let it watch everyone else enjoy the food¡ªthat would be too pitiful.


    So, even though consuming the pure Energy Essence directly was wasteful, Char still pinched a transparent Energy Essence ball for the Star Worm.


    Since the Star Worm had no hands, he specially placed the Energy Essence ball on the table outside.

 Chapter 44 - 44 Bloodthirsty Pupil and Fierce Feather Bow

    Chapter 44: Chapter 44: Bloodthirsty Pupil and Fierce Feather Bow


    Chapter 44: Chapter 44: Bloodthirsty Pupil and Fierce Feather Bow


    After finishing all that, Char turned his attention to the necklace at the very center of the altar.


    It was the item that appeared on the altar along with the Praying Power after the task settlement, which was the equipment rewarded by the task.


    This was a necklace resembling a carved Wild Boar Tooth, made of an unknown type of metal, in a black iron color with faint traces of blood within.


    The pendant was also black, though it was unclear how it was dyed, with a carved, hollow eye in the middle of the long tooth, appearing blood-red.


    From a distance, it looked like a black long tooth with a blood-red eye in its center.


    It had a wild, somewhat sinister flavor.


    [Bloodthirsty Pupil]


    [Attributes]: Strength +2, Constitution +2


    [Skills]: Bloodthirst (Level 1)


    [Introduction]: A necklace made from a tooth dropped by a Bear Goblin chieftain and a small amount of precious metal, it enhances the wearer¡¯s strength and constitution, and grants the power of bloodthirst. The downside is that long-term wear can make the wearer impulsive and bloodthirsty, but the effect is rather mild.


    Char initially thought the rewarded equipment would be as smelly as a nail head hammer, especially considering the name ¡°Bloodthirsty Pupil¡± was obviously related to ¡°bloodthirst¡± and Bear Goblins.


    Unexpectedly, the necklace was not only odorless but also good-looking, which gave Char a pleasant surprise.


    Char reached out and picked up the necklace, and as soon as he touched it, he felt a strange power entering his body, which delighted him.


    He had been a bit worried that he might not meet the requirements for the Bloodthirsty Pupil equipment, but now there was no need to worry.


    Instantly adding four points to his attributes and acquiring the ¡°Bloodthirst¡± Level 1 skill greatly enhanced his own strength.


    While not yet ready to combat Level 4 adventurers alone, he could now barely manage against most Level 3 adventurers, even though he only possessed the ¡°Universal Arrow Skill¡± and his attributes had not yet reached the level a Level 3 archer should possess.


    After putting on the Bloodthirsty Pupil, Char didn¡¯t rush to leave the Prayer Room.


    Next, he planned to use a piece of the Prayer System he had never used before ¡ª equipment.


    Equipment was also a major consumer of Praying Power in the game, though in the game, it wasn¡¯t the players who wore the equipment, but the Magic Pets, and of course, the equipment would only be displayed in the equipment slots, not on the Magic Pets¡¯ images.


    In reality, Char figured that Magic Pets probably couldn¡¯t wear the equipment, but he and his future subordinates certainly needed it, and as the number of his subordinates increased, so would the demand for equipment.


    The reason he had waited until today to start praying for equipment


    was firstly because Praying Power had been too precious before; he had wished he could split a strand in two for use, not having enough Praying Power to squander.


    Secondly, at the time, it was clear that praying for Magic Pets was more helpful.


    Now, having been extremely lucky to recruit such a powerful Magic Pet as the Clover Mantis, he didn¡¯t need to recruit more Magic Pets in the short term and naturally had spare Praying Power to pray for equipment.


    As an archer, even his dagger and necklace were magical items, yet his main equipment, the bow and arrow, was still just ordinary, which was somewhat unreasonable.


    Soon, Char summoned the Prayer System and selected equipment.


    Equipment prayers weren¡¯t as random as Magic Pet prayers and Plant prayers; though it was another matter whether he could pray for good items, he could still choose which part of the equipment and type he wanted.


    In this regard, the system was still quite user-friendly.


    Now, Char chose a bow and arrow.


    ¡®Hope it yields something good!¡¯


    Looking at the altar shining with the Prayer Light, he silently prayed in his heart.


    Equipment obtained by wishing with Prayer Fragments could be divided into three levels.


    The least impressive gear would probably be the Wild Boar Dagger and Bloodthirsty Pupil. Their increased attributes are limited, generally including only a Level 0 Skill or Level 1 Skill.


    Most of the time, the gear obtained from prayers is of this level.


    Higher-level equipment is a low probability event.


    As for the highest-level equipment? That¡¯s an extremely low probability event; in reality it¡¯s unknown, but in the game, the studio set the probability at 0.1%.


    It takes incredible luck to wish for such items; the only way to increase the likelihood is to use higher-level Prayer Crystals for praying.


    For Char, even the guaranteed minimum draw would be acceptable, but since there was a chance for better equipment, how could he not fantasize about it?


    In the dazzling Prayer Light, a beautifully crafted bow and arrow appeared on the altar, along with a fine quiver.


    The longbow was predominantly emerald green, but its ends were red and carved into feather shapes, making them look like two red feathers.


    [Fierce Feather Bow]


    [Attributes]: Strength +4, Agility +6, Constitution +3, Perception +4


    [Skills]: Fierce Feathered Arrow (Level 2), Fire Bird Power (Level 2)


    [Introduction]: This Fire Attribute longbow can fire arrows that deal small-scale lethal damage and can also add fire attribute damage to regular arrows.


    What a surprise!


    He truly hadn¡¯t expected to actually wish for higher-level equipment!


    At that moment, the text in front of him suddenly flickered and then changed. Sear?h the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    [Fierce Feather Bow (Bronze)]


    The system seemed to have updated in that instant, assigning ratings to different equipment and establishing a level system.


    He immediately glanced at the Wild Boar Dagger and Bloodthirsty Pupil; both were of Black Iron Level.


    After thoroughly testing the new equipment he had acquired, Char started to get busy with other things.


    First, he chose the right wood to make flower pots, which he would later use to grow flowers.


    To decorate the cart and give it more of a homely feeling, his first thought was to plant various flowers and grasses.


    With Betty around, he wasn¡¯t worried about not being able to keep them alive.


    To grow flowers, he needed pots and, in the forest, his only available material was wood.


    Other materials, like clay, could be used to make pottery, but he didn¡¯t know how to do that.


    Besides flowers and grass, there were also previously hunted animals like deer heads, which could be made into trophies to decorate the interior.


    Of course, the best method was to find a settlement of an intelligent species and trade with them.


    It didn¡¯t matter whether this intelligent species was human, elf, dwarf, or half-orc.


    Previously, he had been somewhat resistant to this, only daring to interact with other intelligent species when protected by Lantern Firefly, as he always felt uneasy without a strong sense of security.


    Though he knew engaging with native forces bore a very low risk of life-threatening danger.


    If he, a Level 2 archer with a magic pet of Challenge Level 2, could face a life-threatening danger just from buying some items, then ordinary people in this world might as well not exist!


    After all, most people in this world didn¡¯t possess his capabilities, and if his risk resistance was this weak, it was even worse for others.

 Chapter 45 - 45 Warm Daily Life The Sudden Storm

    Chapter 45: Chapter 45 Warm Daily Life, The Sudden Storm


    Chapter 45: Chapter 45 Warm Daily Life, The Sudden Storm


    Under the protection of the Lantern Fireflies, the chance of encountering malice while dealing with human and elf villages was slim to none.


    But even if it was slim to none, there was still some risk, wasn¡¯t there? It could be regarded as his paranoia.


    Anyway, when he only had the Lantern Fireflies and Star Worm, dealing with the natives of this world truly didn¡¯t give him enough sense of security.


    Now things were different, having recruited the Clover Mantis, he had gained enough confidence in his safety.


    Next, it was time to keep lighting up the new map and start exploring outward, beginning to interact with people.


    Char worked while contemplating in his heart.


    Beside him, the Clover Mantis manipulated the Light Leaves, slicing like swift green blades onto the suitable wood that Char had found.


    The leaves cut through the wood, sending chips flying, shaping a flower pot in no time.


    Once the Clover Mantis had roughly shaped the wood into a form, Char took over, using the Wild Boar Dagger to sculpt and refine the details.


    Watching the busy Clover Mantis at work, a smile involuntarily appeared at the corners of Char¡¯s mouth.


    The Lantern Fireflies couldn¡¯t assist him with this task, but the Clover Mantis was quite suitable.


    Although he was alone in the Florence Forest, the companionship of his Magic Pets meant he never felt lonely.


    For the next two days, Char was illuminating the new map by driving the carriage, all the while decorating it.


    After Old Ma evolved into a Wind Winged Horse, even though the carriage became several times heavier, thanks to the increased Strength, and the presence of Magic like ¡°Light Wind,¡± the carriage now moved much faster than before.


    Not only was the movement quicker, but many roads that had been previously impassable were now accessible.


    The carriage, inside and out, now boasted numerous plants, and one wall was adorned with several animal head trophies, among which the brown-tailed roe deer head was the most conspicuous.


    Beyond that, there were various pretty bird specimens arranged around the room.


    The carriage now looked like a hunter¡¯s cabin.


    These specimens were either already prepared by Char or still being prepared; after all, he knew early on what tasks were required to upgrade the carriage to the next stage and, naturally, he had made preparations in advance.


    Whatever the task, it¡¯s important to have a plan and arrangement, right?


    So, when food became plentiful, the next animals and even Demon Beasts he hunted, he kept a portion and didn¡¯t eat them all as food.


    Heads that were suitable for making into trophies were kept.


    Those suitable for full body preservation were kept whole.


    Even the Green Skull Ghost Spider was turned into a specimen; setting other things aside, its emerald green skeleton pattern was quite attractive.


    He didn¡¯t keep the Steel Teeth Pig¡¯s head, as he found it ugly and stinking, with a persistent urine stench.


    He didn¡¯t keep the head or most of the meat, only picking parts that were balanced in fat and lean to eat, while throwing away the majority, keeping only the Wild Boar Teeth.


    He ate some of the previously smoked wild boar meat, disposing of the rest, letting it serve as nutrients for nature.


    He hardly lacked this small amount of meat anymore.


    Now, he could easily catch creatures flying in the sky, running on the ground, or swimming in the water.


    Furthermore, with the Lantern Firefly around, preparing specimens was both convenient and fast. After draining the blood, he had the Lantern Firefly control the temperature of the True Red Thorn, piercing the specimen¡¯s body to quickly evaporate the moisture, before letting it air dry for a while.


    Besides planting flowers and preparing specimens, Char also sent the Lantern Firefly to check on the Mo Yu Snails that inhabited a certain rocky area.


    He didn¡¯t expect that the Mo Yu Snails, being a rather uncommon delicacy, would reproduce quickly. Given their rarity, their fertility was not likely to be strong.


    But regardless, the Mo Yu Snails were still a resource spot. Even if they could not be harvested again soon, it was necessary for the Lantern Firefly to confirm their growth rate.


    Then there were the beets and tomatoes. With Betty¡¯s help, these two types of vegetables had gone through rapid growth and had already been harvested once.


    Apart from beets and tomatoes, there were other vegetables and fruits planted in the cart behind.


    However, these fruits and vegetables were not obtained through Prayer. With Betty around, she could easily identify which were edible and which could be cultivated, making Prayer unnecessary.


    She could even transplant magic plants if they were found, but sadly, magic plants were too hard to find in the forest¡ªeven with a Flower Fairy like Betty¡¯s help, it was a difficult task. S§×arch* The Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Most things had progressed smoothly. The only source of regret for Char was that, up until now, there had still been no sign of human habitation.


    The Green Rose Village, where Betty was from, also left no trace, leaving him clueless about its direction.


    ¡­


    At night, the musicians of the forest played their usual symphony.


    With the arrival of autumn, the calls of birds and unnamed wild beasts hadn¡¯t decreased much, but the buzzing of insects was notably less, as many had completed their lifecycle and died in this autumn.


    Inside the carriage, Char was carving a fruit.


    The interior of the fruit was completely hollowed out, and what Char was doing now was carving out the surface of the fruit to make a few oil lamps.


    The oil was already prepared, rendered from animal fat. Part of it was stored by Char for cooking and grilling, while the rest was reserved for lighting the oil lamps.


    After finishing the carving, Char tested it. The firelight, not very bright, shone through the hollowed fruit, casting a hazy glow, quite atmospheric.


    After admiring his work for a while, Char quickly blew out the oil lamp and lay down on the bed. Some time passed as he was drifting off to sleep when a strong wind suddenly picked up outside. Remembering that the Wind Winged Horse was still outside, Char hurriedly got up.


    Upon exiting the carriage, the forest was shrouded in darkness.


    Char looked up at the sky, which was completely covered by heavy rainclouds, not a sliver of moonlight or starlight could penetrate.


    It became much quieter around; the animals had sensed the impending downpour in advance and started looking for places to take shelter.


    In front of the carriage, the Wind Winged Horse was restlessly snorting and occasionally stomping on the forest floor.


    The magic pets and Betty flew out as well, and with the light from the Star Worm, Lantern Firefly, and Betty, Char was able to see the situation around him.


    Judging by the weather, there would probably be lightning and thunder soon, and Char did not want to be struck by lightning. He immediately instructed the Wind Winged Horse to move from underneath the trees to a more open area.


    Afterward, using the light provided by the Star Worm and others, Char quickly untied the harness on the Wind Winged Horse, then loaded it onto the rear carriage. He also lowered the folded wooden boards of the rear carriage to shelter from the wind and rain, to prevent water from pouring in.


    Just as he finished, the raindrops started to fall heavily.


    Char and the magic pets hurried back inside the shelter.


    The howling storm muffled all sounds of the forest. The performers hid where they could, fled where they might, lacking any desire to continue their music.

 Chapter 46 - 46 Terrifying Entity Unknown Giant Bird

    Chapter 46: Chapter 46 Terrifying Entity, Unknown Giant Bird


    Chapter 46: Chapter 46 Terrifying Entity, Unknown Giant Bird


    Not a single star or moonbeam penetrated the dense blackness that had enveloped the forest.


    Suddenly, thunder boomed, and the incessant sound of rain pattered against the roof of the carriage. sea??h th§× N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Char began to pile dry wood into the fireplace, a feature that had naturally materialized after the carriage was upgraded.


    With a fireplace and a stove, the carriage now had two places to build a fire, and there was no need to worry about the flames setting it alight¡ªbefore the carriage¡¯s upgrade, when it wasn¡¯t yet made of Ironwood, it was already very resistant to high temperatures and difficult to ignite. Now that the carriage had been upgraded and transformed into an Ironwood structure, it was even less likely to catch fire.


    To set the carriage ablaze, it would probably take the intervention of those powerful fire attribute Demon Beasts.


    Once Char had finished piling the firewood, Lantern Firefly gently shook its lantern.


    A tiny flame fell onto the pile of wood and instantly grew larger.


    Soon, a fire sprang up in the fireplace, its bright red flames illuminating the room, heat radiating through the air, bringing with it a cozy warmth. The woodpile crackled softly from time to time.


    Outside, lightning flashed, and thunder crashed as the wind howled and the rain poured down violently; yet, inside the carriage, with a fire roaring in the hearth, all danger seemed to be kept at bay. Not only was it warm, but there was also the freedom to do as one pleased¡ªthe sense of safety and comfort was indescribable.


    It was a feeling that could only be experienced inside a house on a rainy day.


    All the more so because he was currently in a carriage in the wilderness of a forest, where there was no one else for miles around, and the rain fell especially heavy. The greater the contrast, the stronger the distinctive sense of security and comfort within him became.


    However, the nights in this otherworldly realm were excruciatingly dull. Char didn¡¯t even have a book in hand and there was nothing he could do to pass the time.


    Therefore, after warming himself by the fire for a bit, he decided to go back to sleep.


    But the wind quickly grew stronger, wailing like ghosts and howling like wolves, and from time to time, there were thumping noises on the walls, though it was unclear how many things were hitting the carriage.


    The thunder was frighteningly loud, as if it could puncture a hole in the sky.


    Even though the carriage had become many times sturdier and heavier than ordinary houses, at this moment, Char couldn¡¯t help but worry whether the ferocious storm could whisk the whole carriage into the sky.


    Just then, the Clover Mantis became alert.


    It bristled like a startled cat, with all its wings erect, and its pincers flailing as if it had turned into a green flower.


    Next, it was Betty who let out a scared cry as she flew into Char¡¯s arms like the moon drawn into one¡¯s embrace.


    ¡°Mr. Char!¡±


    Betty¡¯s voice was full of terror and fear.


    Then, a clear, distant, yet angry bird call arose.


    The bird call originated from high in the sky and pierced through the vast distance and the endless curtain of rain, exploding in everyone¡¯s ears.


    Soon after, an invisible but terrifying pressure descended from the heavens.


    The forest and the carriage offered no barrier to the overwhelming pressure that immediately enveloped Char.


    In that moment, Char¡¯s mind was filled with only one thought: Fear!


    Immense fear filled his mind and every corner of his body in an instant, assaulting every cell, leaving him incapable of thinking anything else, unable to take any action.


    ¡°Clang,¡± a crisp sound suddenly reached his ears, jolting Char out of his extreme terror.


    It was the Star Worm, unable to maintain its luminescence or flight due to the oppressive force, that had fallen to the floor like a light being extinguished.


    Thanks to the noise made by the Star Worm, Char barely recovered from his rigidity.


    He quickly scanned his surroundings:


    The Star Worm had fallen to the ground, its light completely extinguished. The ¡°clang¡± had been the sound of it crashing to the floor.


    Lantern Firefly, just like the Clover Mantis, had its wings spread wide in a gesture of alarm, and the Red Glow within the lantern was weaker than ever before, as if it could go out at any moment.


    The Lotus Leaf Frog was completely paralyzed, squatting in place, rigid and motionless.


    Inside the carriage, Char¡¯s heart had risen to his throat.


    Clearly, some terrifying Demon Beast must be passing by.


    Frightening enough that the mere subconscious release of its pressure could cause his mind to go blank and make him stiffen in an instant, rendering a Clover Mantis with a Challenge Level of 5 powerless to fight, leaving it frozen in place, unable to move.


    What Level of Demon Beast could this be?


    Challenge Level 20?


    Perhaps it¡¯s already of Legendary Level?


    Even if it¡¯s not, it can¡¯t be far off.


    Char even suspected that the sudden thunderstorm was partly caused by this unknown avian Demon Beast.


    Faced with such terror, like a moving natural disaster, even though he was now inside the carriage and hadn¡¯t even seen a glimpse of the creature, he still felt not a shred of security.


    The carriage at this moment was like a candle in a storm, which could be snuffed out at any time, and facing this situation, he frustratingly had no power to resist, only able to passively await fate¡¯s judgment.


    Truly on the brink of life and death!


    If that terrifying creature above took a fancy to unleash even a fraction of its power in his direction¡­


    Even the smallest amount would be more than he could withstand.


    Even the formidable Clover Mantis would not be able to protect him.


    Not only would it be unable to protect him, but it too would surely die a gruesome death.


    Yes!


    The strength of the Clover Mantis was indeed commendable.


    With a Challenge Level of 5, it might seem not high¡ªin an otherworldly DND realm with Levels reaching into the dozens, it only ranks at a rudimentary stage, seemingly at the bottom of the food chain.


    But in reality, that¡¯s not the case, because the strong Transcendent beings are not concentrated in one place.


    Many powerful Transcendent beings are scattered across the vast world, elusive as dragons, the vast majority of people never see one in their lifetimes¡ªof course, this is a fortunate thing for them.


    Therefore, among the commonly seen Transcendent beings, the Clover Mantis is already considered powerful, claiming the title of minor tyrant in the nearby forests.


    But in front of that unknown giant bird, it is still something that could be easily crushed.


    Because this unknown giant bird is one of the powerful Transcendent beings!


    While Char was lost in wild thoughts, suddenly, the outside world burst into a dazzling white light.


    At night, when sleeping, Char would always close the windows, but now the bright lightning, merely seeping through the gaps of the window, still made Char feel the blinding white light, indicating just how startling the lightning in the night sky was, probably as bright as daylight.


    Before Char had a chance to react, suddenly an unprecedented thunderclap exploded, as if the sky itself had been torn open.


    Alongside this thunderclap that shook the heavens, the entire carriage jolted, wooden debris rained on the roof, hitting painfully, causing Betty to scream in fright, while Char instinctively crouched down.


    At the same time, his field of vision instantly brightened, his eyes filled with nothing but a white expanse, followed swiftly by the cool moistness he felt on his nose, cheeks, neck, and the back of his hands.


    The wind carried the rain and poured into the carriage.

 Chapter 47 - 47 Rainy Night Family and Partners

    Chapter 47: Chapter 47 Rainy Night, Family and Partners


    Chapter 47: Chapter 47 Rainy Night, Family and Partners


    The white light faded, and Char, not pausing to be startled, hurriedly checked on the safety of the Star Worms, but he didn¡¯t dare to shout loudly¡ªwho knew if that would attract the attention of the giant bird high above?


    So he could only lower his voice and call out anxiously.


    ¡°Star Treasure! Are you guys alright?¡±


    In the darkness, the voices of the Star Worms came through individually, and Char¡¯s lifted heart suddenly dropped back down. Then he heard an angry cry fading away, and even the flashes and booms in the sky seemed much quieter.


    It appeared that as the unknown giant bird flew away, the thunder also receded with it.


    Char suddenly let out a breath of relief, the long exhale particularly audible in the darkness, only now becoming aware that he had been holding his breath until then.


    The cold rain beat on Char¡¯s face, the room plunged in darkness, illuminated only by the faint glow from the Lantern Fireflies, the Star Worms, and Betty¡ªthe fierce wind and rain that had burst in just a moment before had extinguished the fire in the fireplace.


    The glow from the Star Worms brightened a bit, and the Red Glow in the lantern of the Lantern Fireflies got bigger.


    Gold and red lights overlapped, lighting up the room.


    In the glow, the heavy rain refracted the light, looking like countless transparent pearls.


    Char looked up, only to see that the solid roof of the carriage had completely disappeared, leaving just the four walls made of Black Iron Wood.


    His heart skipped a beat, and he sucked in a breath of cold air, realizing that this did not look like it was brought about by thunder, but more like it had been neatly sliced off by something sharp!


    In that instant, the carriage had not only been struck by lightning once, but also had its top sheared off by a terrifying blade of wind!


    In other words, in just a moment, he and his Magic Pets had faced two life-and-death crises.


    If the power of the lightning had been a little bit stronger, it could have blown the entire carriage to pieces. Then no matter if it were him or the Star Worms, none would have survived, instantly torn apart by the rampant energy.


    And if the height of the blade of wind had been just a bit lower, the small-sized creatures such as the Star Worms, Lantern Fireflies, Lotus Leaf Frogs, Clover Mantises, and Betty might have fortunately escaped harm, but he and the Wind Winged Horse would have certainly perished.


    Right! The Wind Winged Horse!


    Char hurriedly opened the back door, first glancing upwards into the sky.


    In the distant sky, amidst lightning and thunder, within the Thunder Cloud storm, the vague silhouette of a large bird could be seen.


    It was too far away, and the system had not provided an introduction, so Char honestly didn¡¯t know what kind of Demon Beast the passing large bird was.


    A Thunderbird?


    But does a Thunderbird possess such mighty power?


    However, no matter what, the large bird had left, at least indicating that things were safe now.


    Char¡¯s suspended heart completely settled, he shifted his gaze back, and ran into the back section of the carriage to take a look.


    Inside the carriage, the Wind Winged Horse lay on the floor, clearly frightened. The roof of this section too had been shaved off, and the rain had already wet both the Wind Winged Horse and the floor.


    But aside from being frightened, the Wind Winged Horse was not injured. It was even in better shape than he and the Star Worms. Because there was no broken wood on the floor, indicating that this section hadn¡¯t been struck by lightning.


    Char breathed a sigh of relief, crouched down to gently stroke the head of the Wind Winged Horse, comforting its alarmed emotions.


    The heavy rain pattered against his face. Char felt that he must look incredibly disheveled right now.


    And indeed, he was in quite a disheveled state. He had just finished upgrading the carriage, finally having a home that didn¡¯t leak wind or rain, only for it to have its roof shorn away in the blink of an eye, once again losing a place to shelter from the wind and rain, with his entire household flooded with rainwater.


    He didn¡¯t know how long it would take to repair it, and even if fixed, it wouldn¡¯t be the original make anymore.


    This is Newbie Village!


    Who would have thought that such a Legendary Level creature would suddenly appear in Newbie Village!


    Char screamed silently within his heart.


    But he also knew very well, no one could be blamed for this. sea??h th§× n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Games are games, reality is reality.


    In the game, being a Newbie Village, powerful monsters indeed wouldn¡¯t pass by. But in reality, could you actually control the movements of these legendary creatures?


    They go where they wish, and it just so happened to pass by this place and happened to rage. There was nothing anyone could do.


    If encountered, one could only chalk it up to bad luck.


    The raindrops suddenly stopped falling on Char; he looked up to see a large Lotus Leaf had appeared overhead, acting like an umbrella to shield from the rain and wind.


    Of course, with the wind and rain being so strong, it was impossible for it to block everything completely.


    The Lotus Leaf Frog squatted by his side, silently keeping the rain off him.


    This weather was uncomfortable for Char, the Star Worms, and the Lantern Fireflies, but for the Lotus Leaf Frog, it was quite pleasant.


    The Star Worms, Lantern Fireflies, Clover Mantises, and Betty also followed along, gathering around Char.


    ¡°Mr. Char, the Wind Winged Horse isn¡¯t hurt, is it?¡±


    Betty hugged herself with both arms, shivering slightly as she spoke.


    The temperature at night was already quite low, and now that they had been drenched by the rain, it was even colder. Betty couldn¡¯t help but tremble from the cold.


    ¡°The Wind Winged Horse is fine.¡±


    After a moment of reassurance, the Wind Winged Horse had calmed down.


    Char glanced at Betty, who was huddled and trembling slightly, then at the sky.


    The intensity of the rain showed no signs of diminishing, but the terrifying lightning seemed to have completely disappeared with the departure of that unknown giant bird.


    The night had remained dark for some time now, and there had been no lightning in the sky during this period.


    He first let the Wind Winged Horse come down from the carriage and return to its place pulling the cart. After pulling the carriage under a large tree to the side, where the rain was significantly less due to the sheltering branches, he stopped.


    Then he let the Wind Winged Horse fly into the front section of the carriage¡ªbefore, the door had been too small for the Wind Winged Horse to enter.


    Now that the top of the carriage was gone, the Wind Winged Horse could directly enter from above.


    Immediately after, Char stuffed all items susceptible to water damage like blankets, etc., into the cupboards. Although these things were already a little wet, it was still better than being entirely soaked as if submerged in water later on.


    Following that, Char threw some firewood into the stove.


    It was easier to keep a fire going in the stove as opposed to the fireplace, where the fire could easily be extinguished by the rain and wind coming in.


    ¡°Lantern Firefly!¡±


    Char called out.


    The Lantern Firefly immediately swung its lantern, flinging a Red Glow into the stove.


    The firewood had already been dampened and wasn¡¯t so easy to ignite, but the Red Glow wasn¡¯t an ordinary flame. Under its persistent burn, the moisture seeped into the dry wood and was quickly evaporated, lighting the fire.


    A red blaze roared to life inside the stove, and a wave of warm air rushed forward. Betty immediately drew near the stove to warm herself by the fire.


    Char pulled up a small stool and sat down.


    The Star Worm, Lantern Firefly, and Clover Mantis all gathered around, snuggling close to Char.


    The Lantern Firefly¡¯s lantern shone brightly, emanating heat just like the stove fire.


    The Lotus Leaf Frog, still sheltering under the much enlarged lotus leaf like an umbrella shielding its head from rain, was small in body compared to the Star Worm and Lotus Leaf Frog. The Wind Winged Horse was much larger in size.


    But it lay down anyway, stretching its head under the cover of the lotus leaf umbrella to join Char and the others in seeking shelter from the rain and warmth from the fire.


    Seeing the Star Worm and others snuggling closer, the Lotus Leaf Frog shuffled its feet and moved closer to Char, ending up resting on Char¡¯s leg. The cool touch made Char subconsciously recoil and hiss.


    The Lotus Leaf Frog immediately realized it had made Char feel cold and quickly moved away. It stole a glance at Char, then turned away, looking like the wronged party with a sullen expression.


    Among the four Magic Pets, the Lotus Leaf Frog indeed had the least presence.


    The Star Worm might not be strong, but it had high potential and appeal. Plus, it was the first Magic Pet Char had recruited, and with its warm, kind, angelic disposition, it naturally had a high presence.


    There was no need to mention the Clover Mantis, which was the current ceiling of Char¡¯s Magic Pets¡¯ combat power, with an outstanding presence.


    As for the Lantern Firefly?


    Although the Clover Mantis had taken over its spot as the ceiling of combat power, the Lantern Firefly, as the former combat power champion who also helped Char make fires every day, could never have a low presence.


    Only the Lotus Leaf Frog, with its weak combat ability and its tendency to be blank and silly, had the lowest presence.


    Even compared to the Wind Winged Horse, which was not a Magic Pet, it fell short. The Wind Winged Horse was much more powerful in battle than the Lotus Leaf Frog and also had the task of pulling the carriage.


    The Lotus Leaf Frog not only had a weak presence, but its appearance and demeanor also seemed very ¡°easy to bully,¡± looking like an easy target.


    But how could Char actually bully it?


    Seeing the Lotus Leaf Frog trying hard to hold up the leaf while carefully maintaining distance to avoid touching him again, Char couldn¡¯t help but beckon to him.


    ¡°Lotus Leaf Frog, you come over too.¡±


    The Lotus Leaf Frog turned its head to look at Char, its expression brightening instantly, but it was still hesitant. Seeing Char continue to beckon, it brightened completely, its eyes squinting happily into slits.


    It shuffled its feet and finally got what it wanted, snuggling with Char and the other little friends like the Star Worm and Lantern Firefly.


    The Lantern Firefly quietly lowered its lantern somewhat, closer to the height of Char¡¯s legs, using the lantern¡¯s warmth to stave off the cold for him.


    Despite being in the midst of bitter winds and harsh rain, with the Lotus Leaf Frog¡¯s leaf blocking the rain and surrounded by Magic Pets cuddling and gathering around, the occasional crackling of the wood in the fire serenaded their ears¡­


    In such a setting, Char couldn¡¯t help but think of the poster of a famous animated movie from a previous life:


    In the torrential rain, under the cold and lonely light of the station, a little girl holds an umbrella, carrying her young sister on her back, waiting for a train beside a mountain station; next to her stood a large, gentle Totoro, holding an umbrella, in silent companionship.


    At this moment, Char¡¯s heart felt extraordinarily warm and settled.

 Chapter 48 - 1 The Morning of Raindrops The Cry of a

    Chapter 48: Chapter 1 The Morning of Raindrops, The Cry of a Chick


    Chapter 48: Chapter 1 The Morning of Raindrops, The Cry of a Chick


    The next day, Char was woken by the chirping of birds.


    Dawn¡¯s raindrops trickled down along the veins of leaves, creating a crisp dripping sound.


    The birds sang cheerily, amidst the verdant mountain clouds.


    Char opened his eyes, only to feel an aching back and sore waist: he had unwittingly fallen asleep on the bench.


    But this uncomfortable sleeping position severely punished him, as Char felt all his muscles sore and not a single bone in the correct position.


    The floor around him was already dry, but further away it was still damp.


    Star Worm, Lotus Leaf Frog, and Betty were still by his side, snuggling against him, but the Clover Mantis and Lantern Firefly were nowhere to be seen, and the Wind Winged Horse was no longer in the room.


    He couldn¡¯t help but stretch mightily, loosening all his limbs and joints.


    With a series of creaks and pops, his spine crackled, but that sound abruptly stopped the moment he looked up at the ceiling above his head.


    Char, still in the middle of stretching, looked up at the dark iron ceiling, momentarily bewildered: didn¡¯t he remember the carriage roof being shaved off? How come it was still there?


    After his momentary daze, surprise flooded his heart.


    The Castle could actually restore itself automatically!


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    He had previously been worried about how to repair the carriage.


    After all, the roofs of both carriage sections had been stripped away, and fixing them would definitely be a major project. Moreover, with his rough craftsmanship, even if he managed to patch it up, it would be at best a makeshift roof and nowhere near as good as the original.


    Unexpectedly, when he opened his eyes in the morning, the carriage had returned to its former state.


    This was completely beyond Char¡¯s expectations and brought him a huge surprise.


    Because before this, the carriage hadn¡¯t shown any signs of being able to restore itself automatically. Previous damages, such as bumps and burns that caused charring from fires, hadn¡¯t disappeared.


    It did disappear once during an upgrade of the carriage, but after that, any new damage or wear and tear remained.


    Unexpectedly, after suffering severe damage, the carriage had undergone automatic repairs.


    For Char, this was undoubtedly great news, further brightening his mood that had already been calm.


    In the room without the Wind Winged Horse, he guessed it must have left the carriage on its own after noticing the automatic repairs.


    ¡®It¡¯s also fortunate that the Wind Winged Horse left early, otherwise it wouldn¡¯t have been able to get out,¡¯ Char thought to himself as he stepped out of the carriage and looked at the Wing Winged Horse grazing on the nearby grass.


    Seeing Char emerge from the carriage, the Clover Mantis and Lantern Firefly flew back from not far away.


    They were unlike Star Worm and Lotus Leaf Frog, who could sleep because they knew someone tall was there to hold up the sky. Clover Mantis and Lantern Firefly were the tall ones, so how could they sleep without any vigilance?


    At the very least, one had to keep watch at night, right?


    So after Char, Star Worm, and the others had all dozed off, the two took turns keeping watch through the night and resumed their combat training early in the morning, incredibly diligent.


    They also noticed the carriage repairing itself and alerted the Wind Winged Horse to fly out.


    With no need to labor over repairing the carriage, Char was in a great mood.


    He first opened all the windows, allowing air to flow in for the room to dry quickly, and then aired out all the items that had been soaked by the rain.


    Afterwards, he made breakfast, relishing a hearty meal, then armed with the Wild Boar Dagger and his bow and arrow, he called Clover Mantis, Star Worm, and Betty to start today¡¯s hunt.


    As for the Lantern Firefly and the Lotus Leaf Frog? They were left behind by Char to guard the home.


    Ever since the Clover Mantis was recruited, the Lantern Firefly had gracefully stepped down from its close bodyguard position for Char.


    To their small force, Char¡¯s personal safety was of the utmost importance.


    If something were to happen to Char, the Castle wouldn¡¯t have a future, not to mention upgrading¡ªit might not even continue to exist.


    Previously, keeping the Lantern Firefly as a close guard couldn¡¯t be helped because it was Char¡¯s strongest combat force. If not the Lantern Firefly, then who else could protect him?


    In reality, the combat strength of the Lantern Firefly was somewhat strained in ensuring Char¡¯s safety.


    Indeed, that was the case. First the Steel Teeth Pig, then the Bear Goblin¡ªin a short period, the Lantern Firefly had encountered two enemies of comparable strength.


    Fully ensuring his safety was quite a stretch.


    But the Clover Mantis was different. Its strength far surpassed that of the Lantern Firefly, enough to make Char king of this area¡ªunless once again they encountered a behemoth like last night¡¯s unknown giant bird.


    However, that was a small probability event. Having encountered it once already was quite unlucky; it was not likely to happen two times in a row.


    Char trekked through the forest, with the Star Worm and Betty circling around him like two stars.


    The Clover Mantis was perched on the treetops, constantly shifting its position. Each shift would propel it forward to another tree, ensuring no dangers were present in the vicinity.


    Last night¡¯s storm and the rampage of the unknown giant bird had caused destruction, not only to the carriage but also to the forest.


    Char looked around and saw signs of devastation everywhere. A large number of trees had fallen, some directly split by lightning, others blown down by the fierce winds, and some were severed at the middle, just like the carriage from last night.


    So many trees had fallen that the view had become significantly more open.


    For the creatures of the forest, this was undoubtedly a devastating natural disaster. A large number of animals died that night.


    Walking through the forest, Char could clearly feel that the calls of animals had significantly decreased, which also made his hunting much more challenging.


    Just then, Char suddenly heard a tender, faint cry coming from a distance.


    Almost at the same time, the Clover Mantis also noticed, halting upon a treetop ahead.


    The Clover Mantis was at the highest level, surpassing everyone else by far, so its perception was the most powerful among them.


    But Char¡¯s perception abilities were no less remarkable.


    With the enhancement from the ¡°Natural Seal,¡± his perception had been boosted tremendously, and with the breakthrough in his ¡°Universal Arrow Skill,¡± reaching professional level 3, his perception attribute correspondingly strengthened.


    Both factors combined had elevated Char¡¯s perception to the same level as that of the Clover Mantis.


    Both Char and the Clover Mantis heard the noise while the relatively weaker Star Worm and Betty were oblivious, but they could clearly sense something amiss from Char and the Clover Mantis.


    ¡°What is it, Mr. Char?¡±


    ¡°I¡¯ve found something.¡±


    Char responded briefly and then followed the sound.


    In fact, there were many cries of young birds at this hour.


    Last night¡¯s catastrophic storm had knocked down who knows how many trees, as well as destroyed countless bird nests.


    Although the vast majority of the nestlings had perished, there were always survivors.


    Therefore, to Char¡¯s acute hearing, feeble cries of young birds came from every direction. The cry he had just heard should have been drowned out by the many sounds of the young birds, not catching his attention.


    But the cry of this particular nestling was distinct from the others as if carrying a hint of magic power, subconsciously drawing attention.

 Chapter 49 - 2 After the Storm Rain Sound Kingfisher

    Chapter 49: Chapter 2: After the Storm, Rain Sound Kingfisher


    Chapter 49: Chapter 2: After the Storm, Rain Sound Kingfisher


    Char walked toward the direction where the cries of a peculiar-sounding chick were coming from. After covering some distance, Betty and the Star Worm also heard the chick¡¯s cries.


    The Star Worm showed no particular reaction, but Betty immediately displayed an excited expression.


    ¡°That call, it¡¯s a Rain Sound Kingfisher! Mr. Char, let¡¯s hurry up,¡±


    Instinctively, Betty flew toward the direction of the call but flew back after a short distance.


    It wasn¡¯t that she feared the Rain Sound Kingfisher would harm her; it was just that after the previous ordeal, she had become much more timid and dared not wander off recklessly anymore.


    ¡°Rain Sound Kingfisher?¡±


    ¡°Betty, you can tell what bird it is just by its call?¡±


    Char asked as he continued forward.


    ¡°Yes, Mr. Char. Sister Fei Lin has a Rain Sound Kingfisher! The Rain Sound Kingfisher has such a lovely voice, Ira, and the others love listening to it sing,¡±


    Betty chirped in explanation.


    Soon, Char had everything figured out.


    The ¡°Fei Lin¡± and ¡°Ira¡± Betty mentioned were Flower Fairies, her companions, with Fei Lin being the eldest and strongest among them.


    Not only was Flower Fairy Fei Lin much stronger than Betty and the others, but she also had a Rain Sound Kingfisher as her animal companion, the only one among the several Flower Fairies of Green Rose Village to have a Demon Beast as her animal companion.


    The other Flower Fairies¡¯ animal companions were regular animals that were merely smarter and stronger due to Magic.


    Soon, Char saw the Rain Sound Kingfisher that Betty spoke of, known for its captivating voice.


    It was a palm-sized, chubby chick.


    Most of its body was bare, with just a small part covered in beautiful aqua-blue feathers, and its exquisitely constructed nest made of twigs and bones was overturned nearby.


    From the size of the nest, it seemed that adult Rain Sound Kingfishers weren¡¯t large either, probably about the same size as the Clover Mantis.


    The little one was soaked through and crying weakly.


    Even as a Demon Beast, it had little resistance against the terrifying natural disaster the previous night. S§×arch* The nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Char glanced around, then locked eyes with the Clover Mantis, who had also been searching the area. Neither had found any trace of the adult Rain Sound Kingfishers.


    It was unclear whether they had abandoned the nest or died in last night¡¯s storm.


    Thus, Char focused his attention on the chick.


    A few lines of text appeared above the chick.


    [Rain Sound Kingfisher (Chick)]


    [Skills]: Rain Sound Song (0th level)


    [Challenge Level]: 1/4


    [Introduction]: The Rain Sound Kingfisher is an excellent singer at lakesides, capable of producing a variety of songs for different effects. In addition, they have the ability to manipulate wind and water, capable of sky battles as well as underwater engagements. This Rain Sound Kingfisher was just born recently and is very weak.


    ¡°Mr. Char, please help it, look how pitiful it is.¡±


    Perhaps due to her fondness for companionship, Betty was filled with compassion for the Rain Sound Kingfisher chick before her. She flew to Char¡¯s side, tugging a small crease in his clothing and pleading.


    ¡°Is¡­ is a Rain Sound Kingfisher easy to tame?¡±


    Char was somewhat hesitant.


    The majority of Demon Beasts are difficult to tame and are utterly wild.


    Especially the adult Demon Beasts, unless you used some special magic or Divine Arts, it was almost impossible to succeed. This was why Char had never attempted to tame wild Demon Beasts before, aside from recruiting Magic Pets.


    Because the probability of success was very low.


    He didn¡¯t want the Demon Beast he raised with so much effort to turn ungrateful in the end.


    Besides, how dangerous would it be to have a Demon Beast that could potentially lash out and harm someone nearby?


    Even though Char had many Magic Pets for protection and Clover Mantis was strong enough to suppress with force, he didn¡¯t want to take the risk.


    ¡°The Rain Sound Kingfisher is very gentle; it won¡¯t hurt anyone, Mr. Char. Let¡¯s give it a try!¡±


    Betty pleaded again.


    After hearing Betty¡¯s words and seeing her pitiful, pleading expression, Char thought it over and agreed.


    Even if just for Betty¡¯s sake, he had to give it a chance, right?


    Moreover, it wasn¡¯t just for the sake of Betty¡¯s face.


    On one hand, he felt that compared to adult birds, the chances of taming a young bird were indeed much higher.


    On the other hand, even if he couldn¡¯t tame it, Betty could still try using the ¡°animal companion¡± skill to tame it, which would significantly increase the probability of success.


    After all, there was already a successful case in Green Rose Village.


    This young Rain Sound Kingfisher had a Challenge Level of 1/4. By comparison, an adult Rain Sound Kingfisher could probably reach Level 2.


    If successful in taming, it would also add considerable combat power.


    A Level 2 Challenge Level could rank third in his squad, just behind Clover Mantis and himself, with no other being higher than Level 2.


    ¡°Alright, Clover Mantis, help it.¡±


    Having agreed, Char then ordered Clover Mantis.


    Clover Mantis immediately activated ¡°Clover¡¯s Summer,¡± and vibrant green light took the shape of clovers, surrounding the young Rain Sound Kingfisher.


    With vitality infused, the previously languishing young Rain Sound Kingfisher visibly perked up much more.


    Betty was not idle either; she approached the young bird and activated ¡°aromatic healing.¡±


    With both physical and spiritual healing, the young bird¡¯s condition improved significantly, and its chirping grew stronger.


    It was not a low-intelligence creature, and even in its youth, it displayed a certain sharpness. After gaining some strength, it struggled to stand up, then knocked its head, stabbing its long beak into the ground as if to express thanks by bowing.


    ¡®This little guy has quite the insight.¡¯


    Char smiled inwardly, reached out to lift the Rain Sound Kingfisher, and placed it in the bamboo basket on his back.


    With a new companion joining, Star Worm seemed very pleased, first flying a few circles around the Rain Sound Kingfisher, then darting into the bushes, gently bumping and breaking a dry branch to reveal a large grub hidden inside.


    Clover Mantis swiftly appeared beside Star Worm. Knife Hand made a light slice, the sharp blade securing the grub, then, in a blink, it was behind Char, carefully offering the large white grub towards the Rain Sound Kingfisher¡¯s beak, exhibiting a thoroughly maternal demeanor.


    Char was slightly amazed; he knew Clover Mantis was even-tempered and extremely patient, often caring for Lantern Firefly, Star Worm, Lotus Leaf Frog, and Betty, which was a stark contrast to the decisive, ruthless killer shown in battle.


    But even so, he had not expected Clover Mantis to show such an overwhelmingly maternal side.

 Chapter 50 - 3 The Peeping Tom in the Bushes

    Chapter 50: Chapter 3: The Peeping Tom in the Bushes


    Chapter 50: Chapter 3: The Peeping Tom in the Bushes


    Raindrops ticked down along the stems and leaves, and the Rain Sound Kingfisher was sopping wet. Even after receiving treatment for both body and spirit, it still looked somewhat pitiable.


    Facing the fat worm that the Clover Mantis brought to its beak, the Rain Sound Kingfisher gulped but did not immediately open its mouth to eat. It sneaked a glance at the Clover Mantis and, feeling the maternal glow emanating from it, hesitated no longer. Opening its mouth wide, it swallowed the worm whole.


    Having experienced the welcoming dance of the Star Worm and the goodwill shown by Char, Betty, and the Clover Mantis, the Rain Sound Kingfisher¡¯s inner tension had already dissipated a great deal. It was no longer as panic-stricken and timid as it had been initially, seemingly like a bird startled by the mere twang of a bowstring.


    Now, faced with the fat worm offered by the Clover Mantis right to its beak, it could hardly resist.


    The juicy big worm was almost half the size of the Rain Sound Kingfisher, but the bird managed to gulp it down in one piece, and by the looks of it, it could have swallowed another one just as easily.


    The swallowing ability of this fledgling was indeed an eye-opener.


    After this little interlude, Char felt even better.


    Given this little fellow¡¯s intelligence and keen sight, the possibility of taming it in the future was quite high. Once it reached adulthood, it would represent a Level 2 battle force.


    With such a good prospect, how could Char not be pleased?


    However, he did not take this matter too seriously, nor did he shift his focus to collecting Demon Beast cubs, although the forest at present certainly contained many cubs in circumstances similar to the Rain Sound Kingfisher.


    Because there was no need.


    He had the Prayer Altar, and in the future he would surely not lack Magic Pets. Furthermore, his Magic Pets were capable of evolving, with a high potential for future growth.


    It might seem that an adult Rain Sound Kingfisher could make it into his second tier of forces. S§×ar?h the n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    But that¡¯s now!


    In a year or two, the Rain Sound Kingfisher would not even be able to catch a glimpse of the shadows of creatures like the Star Worms.


    So, what would be the point of him keeping a bunch of Demon Beasts with Challenge Levels of 1 or 2?


    Besides, even with the Rain Sound Kingfisher, it looked like there was a high chance of taming it, but whether it could truly be tamed was still uncertain.


    If even the Rain Sound Kingfisher was such a case, then other Magic Pet cubs were even less promising. It was highly likely that it would all be in vain in the end.


    Why would Char be concerned with such a project with high uncertainty and low return on investment?


    It was merely a casual move at present.


    After placing the Rain Sound Kingfisher into his backpack, Char continued his journey.


    Although the number of prey had decreased significantly, with the Clover Mantis, the little tyrant of the forest, by his side, Char still managed to capture a good number of prey that morning, including a Demon Beast.


    This contributed quite a bit of Praying Power to him.


    After gaining strength, it became much easier for him to obtain Praying Power; he no longer had to huff and puff for half a day just to get a wisp of Praying Power like he did in the beginning.


    However, accordingly, upgrading his carriage was no longer as easy as it used to be.


    To get a blueprint of a Castle component now, he had to make a wish with an Origin Crystal, and one Origin Crystal was equivalent to a hundred strands of Praying Power!


    To recruit Magic Pets, he could still use Prayer Fragments, but as he had analyzed before, using Prayer Fragments to recruit Magic Pets at the current stage was extremely cost-inefficient.


    For the next few Magic Pet slots, he planned to use Prayer Crystals for recruitment, as the Magic Pets recruited this way would start with Challenge Levels of 6.


    Furthermore, although the Star Worms, Lantern Fireflies, and the others had not reached the limit of their current stage and were some time away from evolving, they would be able to evolve in the near future, and evolution also required Prayer Crystals.


    Therefore, although his efficiency in obtaining Praying Power had greatly increased, so had his consumption. He was still spending more than he was earning.


    After all, one can never have too much Praying Power.


    While Char was slightly lost in thought, he suddenly sensed something and sharply turned his head to stare at a specific spot, the Clover Mantis sensed it at the same time.


    Not only did the Clover Mantis sense it, but it also took immediate action.


    A green shadow flashed through the forest as the Clover Mantis quickly dashed into the nearby bushes, slicing through branches and leaves, clearing a space in an instant.


    But, they found nothing.


    ¡®An illusion?¡¯


    Char couldn¡¯t help frowning. For a moment, he had felt a fleeting sense of being watched, but the Clover Mantis apparently hadn¡¯t discovered anything.


    ¡°What happened, Mr. Char?¡±


    Betty couldn¡¯t help asking. If it had been when she first joined Char¡¯s side, she would have been nervous by now.


    But after witnessing the strength of the Clover Mantis, Betty now felt adequately safe. In her eyes, the power of the Clover Mantis was almost comparable to that of her Tree-man Grandpa.


    Therefore, upon noticing the unusual reactions from Char and the Clover Mantis, she was merely curious, not afraid.


    ¡°Just now, there seemed to be something nearby.¡±


    Char replied.


    ¡°Really?¡±


    Betty looked around curiously, but discovered nothing.


    On the other hand, even though the watcher hadn¡¯t been found, the Clover Mantis did not conclude its search hastily.


    With the green shadow shaking, the Clover Mantis expanded its search area with consecutive flashes.


    But still, they came up empty.


    ¡°Come back, Clover Mantis!¡±


    Having looked at the prey in his hand and the area lit up on the map, Char decided to end the day¡¯s pursuit and explore again tomorrow.


    However, on the way back, Char and the Clover Mantis once again sensed this surveillance, and Char was now completely sure that it was not his imagination before, but there really was an unknown presence watching them.


    This time, he couldn¡¯t just head back.


    Knowing for certain that there was an unidentified presence tracking them, going back to the carriage would mean exposing their base, wouldn¡¯t it?


    The Clover Mantis struck quickly, but the entity still managed to slip away.


    However, this time Char saw a red figure flash through the bushes and then quickly disappear.


    None of them, Char, Betty, the Star Worm, nor the Clover Mantis, could make out what it was.


    He began circling in the forest, and after a while, Char felt the gaze again.


    Clearly, this unknown presence, although very fast and with unknown evasion techniques, and skilled at concealing itself, was not very smart.


    It seemed rather clumsy.


    Char quietly signaled the Clover Mantis with a look, then pretended to casually move in that direction.


    Though the unknown being seemed a bit simple, it still had basic caution. As Char and the others approached, it silently retreated, maintaining a certain distance.


    Suddenly, the Clover Mantis moved!

 Chapter 51 - 4 Little Red Riding Hood Mushroom Fairy

    Chapter 51: Chapter 4 Little Red Riding Hood, Mushroom Fairy


    Chapter 51: Chapter 4 Little Red Riding Hood, Mushroom Fairy


    This time, the Clover Mantis, which had been preparing for a long while, did not fail.


    It charged into the bushes like lightning, breaking branches, leaves, and vines in an instant, with nothing able to impede the Clover Mantis in the slightest.


    In a flash, green leaves flew wildly, and broken branches shot out in all directions.


    Startled by the sudden onslaught, the red figure shrank back sharply, about to burrow into the ground and flee, but the Clover Mantis caught it firmly with its foot, then yanked hard, pulling it out of the soil.


    The hands of the Clover Mantis were like two blades, and should it grab with its hands, it¡¯s likely to injure the unknown creature, and even accidentally kill it.


    Char had instructed it to capture its prey alive, so the Clover Mantis used its feet instead.


    Footsteps sounded, and Char ran over hastily, but before he could get a clear view of what the Clover Mantis had caught, Betty let out a startled cry ahead of him.


    ¡°It¡¯s Little Red Riding Hood!¡±


    Caught under the foot of the Clover Mantis was a figure slightly larger than Betty.


    The little creature had a large head, the red dome resembling a red hat sprinkled with white spots, and its body was white, tender, and plump, looking adorably clumsy, just like a fairy that had taken the form of a mushroom.


    It was indeed the most classic image from fairy tales, a mushroom with a red cap and white stem.


    Like Betty, this tiny figure was surrounded by fairy light powder, but whereas Betty¡¯s was pink and light green, reminiscent of a pink tulip, the light powder around this little one was red and white, the iconic colors of the classic red-capped, white-stemmed mushroom.


    The one who had been spying on them turned out to be a little fairy!


    Char was first taken aback, then overjoyed beyond measure.


    Catching this Mushroom Fairy-like little creature made him much happier than finding a young Rain Sound Kingfisher.


    That¡¯s because a little fairy was of much greater value than a young Rain Sound Kingfisher.


    How much could a little fairy help him?


    One only had to look at Betty to know.


    Betty had fully become the ¡°Castle¡¯s¡± gardener and vegetable supplier.


    The fresh flowers at home and the vegetables in the garden were all managed by her, and the vegetables he had been eating these days all came from Betty¡¯s efforts.


    She could be likened to the ancient Greek deity in charge of flowers and vegetables!


    Besides being a great help in productive life, Betty also played a role in combat.


    In the previous battle against the goblins, Betty had played a significant part. sea??h th§× N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Of course, among such numerous benefits, what Char valued most was the ¡°Natural Seal.¡±


    After temporarily enlisting Betty under his command, he had acquired a ¡°Natural Seal,¡± and the degree of help the ¡°Natural Seal¡± provided was clear for all to see.


    Merely one percent of the ¡°Natural Seal¡± had greatly improved his perception, upgraded his ¡°Universal Arrow Skill,¡± and even increased his professional level by one ¨C to the extent that the speed of his attribute improvement had significantly accelerated.


    What if he could obtain another ¡°Natural Seal¡±?


    Then he would once again reap massive benefits.


    Leaving aside the prospect of advancing his ¡°Universal Arrow Skill¡± to LV3 and consequently increasing his professional level to 4¡ªfor after all, any leveling system is bound to get harder the further one progresses; just because one ¡°Natural Seal¡± had previously facilitated an upgrade for both his professional level and ¡°Universal Arrow Skill¡± doesn¡¯t mean it would still be possible now.


    But at the very least, further enhancing his perception and speeding up his arrow skill improvement was still achievable.


    It was as if he had been given a large wave of Experience, resulting in a clear increase in his attributes.


    This was significant, both for him personally and for the Castle.


    Had it not been for the acceleration of his strength growth due to the ¡°Natural Seal,¡± enabling him to become a Level 3 archer during the goblin crisis, he might not have made it to the Clover Mantis¡¯s rescue.


    With a heart full of surprise, Char focused his attention on the Mushroom Fairy, and its panel immediately appeared.


    [Little Red Riding Hood]


    [Skills]: Drilling Ground Hole (1st ring), Spore Poison Powder (1st ring), Mushroom Growth (1st ring), Explosive Mushroom (1st ring)


    [Challenge Level]: 1/2


    [Introduction]: Little Red Riding Hood is one of the fairies naturally born from mushrooms, which they transform from. They are timid and shy, prefer to live alone, and come and go like shadows, for they possess the ability to burrow. Moreover, Little Red Riding Hoods are innate Mushroom Masters, easily finding and cultivating all sorts of delicious mushrooms.


    ¡®So the Mushroom Spirit is called ¡°Little Red Riding Hood,¡± he thought Betty was just using a nickname.¡¯


    Char thought to himself.


    Little Red Riding Hood had one less skill than the Flower Fairy, but each had reached the 1st ring, and its Challenge Level was higher, reaching 1/2.


    In terms of combat ability, it was slightly stronger than Betty.


    However, to Char¡¯s surprise, it wasn¡¯t these aspects that mattered. After all, he was not currently lacking a combatant with a Challenge Level of 1/2.


    What truly delighted him was that Little Red Riding Hood was also a born Mushroom Master.


    Mushrooms are also a food source, and his current diet was rather limited, with meat being the only abundant category, including birds, crabs, fish, and turtles.


    Beyond that, the variety was rather bland, with vegetables consisting only of beets and tomatoes, though he planned to grow more types of vegetables later, but had not yet taken action.


    Now, if he could tame the Little Red Riding Hood, he would immediately be able to diversify his menu.


    The forest was a fungi¡¯s paradise, heavens knew how drool-inducing it was for him to see a forest full of colorful, eye-catching mushrooms every day during his time in this otherworldly realm!


    In his past life, he was quite fond of eating a variety of mushrooms, and after crossing over, being suddenly exposed to so many appetizing fungi was irresistible.


    Especially right after he had crossed over, when he could hardly fill his stomach, walking through the forest seeing fungi everywhere only made him salivate more, unable to help swallowing his saliva.


    But at that time he could only resist, as he did not recognize any of these fungi. Glancing around, he did not know any of the fungi of this otherworldly world.


    To eat them rashly would be very dangerous.


    He dared not bet on the Half-Elf¡¯s resistance to mushrooms, nor on the Lotus Leaf Spring being able to detoxify them.


    Now, with Little Red Riding Hood the Mushroom Master here, he could tell at a glance which fungi were edible and which were not.


    Finally, he could pick and enjoy delicious fungi!


    Thinking this, Char couldn¡¯t help but start to swallow his saliva.


    Not only that, but the appearance of Little Red Riding Hood was also significant for the Castle upgrade. The second phase of the Castle upgrade primarily involved dividing it into different functional areas.


    Besides dividing the first carriage into a Prayer Room, bedroom, living room, kitchen, and washroom, the second carriage also needed divided areas like a vegetable room, chicken coop, pigsty, and more, focusing on a pastoral, personal estate theme.


    Of course, what is to be built is a choice left to the players, who can mix and match as they please, and a Mushroom House is one of the options.


    With Little Red Riding Hood, he could easily construct a Mushroom House.

 Chapter 52 - 5 Little Red Riding Hood Osen trying to

    Chapter 52: Chapter 5 Little Red Riding Hood Osen, trying to persuade.


    Chapter 52: Chapter 5 Little Red Riding Hood Osen, trying to persuade.


    In the forest, the fresh breeze brought the scent of grass and trees.


    All thoughts flashed through Char¡¯s mind in an instant, and at that moment, purple-red dust began to spill from Little Red Riding Hood Osen.


    This was a sign that a skill was about to be activated, from the looks of it, Little Red Riding Hood was about to use ¡°Spore Poison Powder¡±!


    ¡°Betty, quickly persuade him!¡±


    Seeing this, Char hurriedly asked Betty to help.


    If it came to a fight, the Clover Mantis would undoubtedly crush Little Red Riding Hood, just needing to slice lightly with its hand-blade, and Little Red Riding Hood¡¯s head would immediately fall.


    But at this moment, Char didn¡¯t want to kill Little Red Riding Hood; he wanted to subdue Little Red Riding Hood and have him join the Castle as one of his subjects!


    How could he kill him?


    Not to mention killing, he couldn¡¯t even cause injury.


    But the Clover Mantis couldn¡¯t let go either because once it did, he would directly burrow into the ground and run away.


    If Little Red Riding Hood successfully tunneled away, even the Clover Mantis could only stare helplessly.


    ¡°Stop, Little Red Riding Hood! Mr. Char and Lady Tangling are not bad people, they won¡¯t hurt you!¡±


    Seeing Little Red Riding Hood struggle, possibly hurting himself in his ineffective resistance, Betty quickly shouted in a shrill voice to persuade him.


    Perhaps because she was a little fairy just like him, or perhaps knowing that the Clover Mantis could easily kill him, Little Red Riding Hood ceased activating ¡°Spore Poison Powder¡± upon hearing Betty¡¯s cry.


    The purple-red smoke retreated back into Little Red Riding Hood¡¯s red mushroom cap.


    Char sighed in relief.


    Although he had been with Betty for some time, he still didn¡¯t know how to communicate with these little fairies, especially since he needed to persuade the Little Red Riding Hood in front of him to join his territory.


    Luckily, he still had Betty.


    After Betty had persuaded Little Red Riding Hood, with a buzz of her wings, she flew in front of Little Red Riding Hood, showing a friendly gesture.


    She first lifted her skirt, slightly bent her knees, and gave a curtsy to the Clover Mantis.


    ¡°Lady Tangling, would you please let Little Red Riding Hood go first?¡±


    The Clover Mantis glanced at Char, and after Char silently nodded, the Clover Mantis finally released its hold on Little Red Riding Hood.


    Although he chose to trust Betty, seeing Little Red Riding Hood regain his freedom still made Char a bit nervous, afraid that Little Red Riding Hood would immediately burrow and run away.


    But luckily, after regaining his freedom, Little Red Riding Hood did not run away.


    He just looked at Char somewhat fearfully, then quickly shifted his gaze to Betty, his expression and movements introverted and bashful, hesitant yet unable to hide his curiosity.


    Clearly, it was Betty that had repeatedly made him hide and peep from the sidelines.


    ¡°What is your name?¡±


    Betty curiously widened her big eyes, looking at Little Red Riding Hood Osen, and asked.


    As spirits born from nature, fairies naturally feel close to each other, even though Little Red Riding Hood and the Little Flower Fairy were not the same type of fairy, Betty still showed friendliness.


    ¡°Osen¡­ Osen.¡±


    Little Red Riding Hood Osen stuttered in response, his accent a bit strange, appearing unskilled at speaking. Sear?h the N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Seeing Osen¡¯s behavior, Char had some suspicions in his mind.


    He somewhat understood why, after several frightful escapes, he still repeatedly returned to peep silently from the sidelines.


    It was mostly because Osen had not seen any other fairies from the day he was born until now.


    Though the system said that Little Red Riding Hood was quite unique, introverted and shy, one of the few fairies who preferred to be alone and live in isolation.


    But this didn¡¯t mean that they were born to be alone or devoid of curiosity about their own kind.


    Overall tendencies do not dictate individual cases, and while many Little Red Riding Hoods typically prefer solitude, it doesn¡¯t mean every one of them enjoys being alone.


    Thinking this, Char couldn¡¯t help but feel a surge of joy.


    Earlier he had worried that, given Little Red Riding Hood¡¯s generally reclusive nature, convincing him to join the Castle would be difficult, especially since Osen wasn¡¯t like Betty who loved crowds but lacked the ability to live alone.


    Now, it seemed that Osen¡¯s situation might be somewhat special, which significantly increased the likelihood of him joining the group.


    Char¡¯s heart thumped wildly.


    He was a bit nervous since this was related to another one percent of the ¡°Natural Seal¡±!


    Although he was quite anxious internally, Char still tried hard to appear calm on the surface.


    The Star Worm also flew to Osen¡¯s side. Its pale golden light fell on Osen, like the setting sun.


    It was evident that Osen didn¡¯t dislike the Star Worm¡¯s approach; instead of avoiding it, he subconsciously moved closer to the Star Worm.


    The Star Worm was truly an angel loved by all in the realm of Demon Beasts, as, so far, all the intelligent beings it had encountered had taken a liking to it and wished to get closer.


    ¡°Hello, Osen, my name is Betty, I¡¯m a Flower Fairy from Green Rose Village. There are several Flower Fairies in the village, and also two Wind Elves!¡±


    Betty was so thrilled to meet a peer that she chattered nonstop, but suddenly her expression drooped, and her tone turned disheartened.


    ¡°But Betty got lost, Betty can¡¯t find Sister Felin and Tree-man Grandpa anymore, Betty is very tired and scared¡­¡±


    As she spoke, tears began to fall.


    Char was somewhat taken aback, about to offer some words of comfort, when suddenly her mood shifted dramatically, and she perked up again.


    ¡°But thank goodness Mr. Char saved me! Mr. Char is a kind man, he has a very big, transforming carriage, and beautiful Star Worm¡­¡±


    The Star Worm emitted a chime-like merry sound, synchronizing with Betty¡¯s words, swirling around Osen back and forth, emitting twinkling lights as if stars from the sky had descended into the forest.


    ¡°The gentle Lady Tangling¡­¡±


    Osen looked at the Clover Mantis, unable to hide his skeptical expression.


    The Clover Mantis folded her hands in front of her, bowed slightly, offering an apologetic look.


    ¡°And the good-natured Lotus Leaf Frog left in the carriage, as well as Mr. Lantern, who is annoying but very brave and fearless. Oh! And Mr. Char has a magical altar; it¡¯s so beautiful!¡±


    The more Betty talked, the more spirited she became, forgetting all about her previous sorrow.


    Char silently shook his head in amusement:


    The emotions of the Little Flower Fairy were indeed like the weather in June, changing on a whim.


    One second she was happy, then suddenly saddened, and before even a second of sadness passed, she was cheerful again.


    Fortunately, Osen appeared to be completely captivated by Betty¡¯s words.


    ¡°You¡­ hello.¡±


    Osen lifted his head, quickly glanced at Char, the Star Worm, and the Clover Mantis, stumbling over his words, then immediately lowered his head again, looking nervous and uneasy about making eye contact.


    ¡°Hello, Osen.¡±


    Char politely responded.


    ¡°Osen, are you alone?¡±


    Osen nodded.


    ¡°Being alone is so lonely, isn¡¯t it? Let¡¯s be friends? Sister Felin has a Little Red Riding Hood friend, and Betty wants one too! Sister Felin even brought back mushrooms cultivated by that Little Red Riding Hood sister before, they were so delicious and fragrant.¡±


    Betty excitedly started chattering again.

 Chapter 53 - 6 Anomaly The Awakening of the Undead

    Chapter 53: Chapter 6 Anomaly, The Awakening of the Undead


    Chapter 53: Chapter 6 Anomaly, The Awakening of the Undead


    Betty chattered excitedly, talking nonstop.


    Upon hearing that Betty wanted to be friends with him, Auson¡¯s originally fair face blushed red, and he nodded vigorously, appearing quite happy and excited.


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    Char couldn¡¯t help but cheer for Betty in his heart, and then, following Betty¡¯s words, he began speaking with the kindest smile and the gentlest tone.


    ¡°So, Auson, do you want to join us? That way, you can make lots of friends, and you won¡¯t have to hide out of fear. We¡¯ll all protect you. If you¡¯re worried about leaving your mushrooms behind, we can even help you move them onto the carriage. How does that sound?¡±


    Auson sucked on his finger and tilted his head in thought, seeming somewhat hesitant.


    Just as Char felt that the timing was not quite right and thought about stepping up his persuasion, Auson finally nodded.


    ¡®Great!¡¯


    Char thought to himself.


    He was in such a good mood he couldn¡¯t help but think¡ªthe saying that great fortune comes after surviving great disaster must be true.


    Just last night, he had experienced a life-threatening crisis, albeit only as collateral damage. If that unknown giant bird had really taken notice of him and found him bothersome for some inexplicable reason, he would have been completely doomed, his fate entirely out of his hands.


    But unexpectedly, this morning brought a series of pleasant surprises.


    First, he had casually saved a young Rain Sound Kingfisher, and then he had recruited the second fairy. The latter was, without a doubt, an enormous surprise.


    In his elation, Char even started joking to himself.


    ¡®Little Red Riding Hood, now that¡¯s a funny name. I just hope I won¡¯t run into the Big Bad Wolf next.¡¯


    But as it turned out, some jokes shouldn¡¯t be made in jest, not even in one¡¯s thoughts.


    No sooner had such an idea flashed through Char¡¯s mind, did he sense something, and his brow furrowed.


    At the same moment, Betty also sensed something odd. With a light flutter of her wings, she turned gracefully to face a certain direction in the forest, as if anticipating the charge of some ferocious beast.


    The Clover Mantis, whose perception was usually even better than Betty¡¯s, was slightly slower in its response this time.


    In fact, it still hadn¡¯t noticed anything peculiar in that direction, but seeing the actions of Char and Betty, the Clover Mantis became aware of something as well.


    It floated down like a piece of green shadow, positioning itself in front of everyone. Its arms shone with a verdant light, conjuring two gleaming Light Sabers, ready for whatever was to come.


    Even the Star Worm flew beside the Clover Mantis, on guard.


    On the ground, Auson suddenly realized something and his face showed an anxious expression. He started gesturing frantically with his hands and feet, signaling everyone to leave quickly.


    ¡°There¡¯s¡­ there¡¯s danger, we must¡­ we must go.¡±


    His stutter worsened due to his nervous urgency.


    Char then realized that Auson¡¯s persistent following might not only have been out of closeness and curiosity toward Betty, but also because there was danger ahead. He wanted to warn Betty, and by extension, warn him.


    Although Char did not know what danger Auson was referring to, nor could he see what exactly was happening ahead, he decided to heed the advice.


    ¡°Go! Let¡¯s get out of here!¡±


    He ordered in a low voice.


    The Clover Mantis was strong, and Char had full confidence in its strength, but faced with the unknown danger, it was better to be cautious. It was wiser to avoid trouble if possible.


    But evidently, the approaching danger wasn¡¯t something he could avoid just because he wished to.


    Through the underbrush, the earth suddenly heaved as if something was breaking through the soil. Soon, a bone-white wolf, several bone-white snakes, and a few bone-white birds ¡°awakened.¡±


    The bushes rustled, and various bone-white creatures¡ªrunning, swimming, or flying¡ªburst forth from the thicket, confronting Char and the rest.


    ¡°It¡¯s the undead!¡±


    Betty exclaimed in shock.


    Char¡¯s expression darkened, reflecting some disbelief.


    How could there be undead in the forest?


    This was completely counterintuitive and against common sense¡ªhow could a forest full of life have any connection with the deathly aura of the undead?


    Char now understood why he had felt uncomfortable for that moment¡ªit was because he had sensed the dense deathly aura and the presence of the undead.


    Both his elf bloodline and the ¡°Natural Seal¡± he had acquired made him sensitive and averse to the aura of the undead, enabling him to detect what Clover Mantis could not.


    Of course, the main reason was probably the ¡°Natural Seal¡±.


    The ¡°Natural Seal¡± symbolizes nature and vitality, the natural enemies of the undead, which represent death and decay. It was normal for both sides to be sensitive to each other¡¯s auras.


    This was also why Betty, whose perception was not as good as Clover Mantis¡¯s, detected the strangeness earlier than it did.


    Many thoughts flashed through Char¡¯s mind as his gaze quickly swept over several undead creatures, and introduction frames appeared in his line of sight.


    [Undead Bird]


    [Challenge Level]: 0


    [Introduction]: A bird turned into an undead due to the erosion of Death Power.


    [Undead Snake]


    [Challenge Level]: 0


    [Introduction]: A snake turned into an undead due to the erosion of Death Power.


    [Undead Wolf]


    [Challenge Level]: 1


    [Introduction]: A wolf turned into an undead due to the erosion of Death Power.


    The oncoming undead were numerous but of low levels. Even the highest, the Undead Wolf, only had a Challenge Level of 1 and posed no threat to Char.


    A gleam of blue light flashed, and crisscrossing azure saber glows danced through the air. In the blink of an eye, all the oncoming undead were reduced to shattered bones. None escaped¡ªthose flying in the sky, running on the ground, or crawling in the mud¡ªall couldn¡¯t evade the saber light of Clover Mantis.


    However, the threat was not eliminated, as more undead woke up and moved in to attack the group.


    ¡°Clover Mantis, come back!¡±


    Char yelled, and the group began to retreat rapidly.


    ¡®How could there be so many undead?¡¯


    As Char sprinted through the forest, he called out in his mind.


    It was as if all the animals that had died in the forest over thousands of years had ¡°come back to life¡± as undead pursuing them relentlessly.


    Turning his head to look back, he had no idea how extensive the undead¡¯s coverage was. If it was small, then with Clover Mantis¡¯s strength, they might still cope, but if the area was large¡­


    Clover Mantis stayed behind to cover the rear, quickly killing any undead that caught up. Even the Star Worm stayed in the back, unleashing ¡°Star Impact¡± and taking down several undead.


    This was the first time Char had seen Star Worm use ¡°Star Impact¡±. Upon activation, the stars surrounding it flew like high-speed asteroids toward the front, capable of inflicting area damage, and concentrating into a small impact zone for striking.


    The destructive power was quite impressive; passing objects didn¡¯t just include severed grass stems, but even some thin branches were instantly broken.


    Of course, this was limited to small twigs; larger tree trunks were another matter. ¡°Star Impact¡± was powerful enough to break a larger trunk with a concentrated hit, but then its killing force would be exhausted.

 Chapter 54 - 7 Fleeing through the Forest the Green Vine

    Chapter 54: Chapter 7: Fleeing through the Forest, the Green Vine Wall


    Chapter 54: Chapter 7: Fleeing through the Forest, the Green Vine Wall


    The shadows of the trees were receding swiftly.


    Char, with a bow in one hand and an arrow in the other, was sprinting frantically while occasionally turning back to fire an arrow that would explode an Undead creature each time.


    At that moment, his skin faintly displayed a steel color, a sign that he had activated ¡°Steel Skin¡± from the Wild Boar Dagger.


    Although the team was still holding the advantage and managing to control the situation, as an archer, primarily high in attack but low in defense, he could easily be seriously wounded if he didn¡¯t evade an Undead¡¯s attack.


    After all, given the multitude of Undead chasing, and the chaotic environment, even though Char was now a Level 3 archer, he wasn¡¯t completely sure that he could evade every attack.


    Betty¡¯s little face was tense and panicked, her wings fluttering as she stuck close to Char¡¯s ear, closely following him.


    With its back facing forward and facing backward, the Clover Mantis zipped around like a green shadow. Every time a stream of emerald light passed, it signified an Undead, if not several, turning into shattered bones.


    Although the Star Worm was of a lower level, it was not to be outdone, pushing itself to its limits by activating ¡°Star Impact,¡± making the woods seem alight with countless golden fireflies.


    Its killing power was weak, but its ability to disrupt was substantial.


    With their well-coordinated efforts, no Undead could pose a threat to Char and the others for the time being.


    Of course, this was mainly because the Undead that had initially given chase were not strong. S§×arch* The novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    These Undead were mostly transformed from ordinary animals, and the vast majority had a challenge level of zero, disintegrating upon contact.


    Not to mention the Clover Mantis, even an ordinary person, armed with a weapon or even a stick, could shatter quite a few.


    However, not long afterwards, the strength of the Undead chasing them began to increase, causing Char¡¯s complexion to grow increasingly grave.


    Now, not only were there Undead catching up from behind, but Undead were also suddenly emerging from both sides and even the front, attempting to block their path.


    At this moment, he felt like he was caught in a mountain flash flood, with waves of Undead surging from behind and the sides, and he needed to break out of this encirclement before they closed in.


    But the problem was, he had no idea how large this encirclement was, nor how long he would have to run.


    For now, he could handle it, but that might not be the case for much longer.


    ¡°Follow¡­ follow me!¡±


    At that moment, Auson stuttered out, anxiously signaling with his hands.


    Moved by the suggestion, Char didn¡¯t even think before signaling his Magic Pets to follow.


    Auson, short and stubby, moved swiftly through the forest, making sharp turns like a red mushroom crashing through the woods.


    Arrow feathers flew like streaming fire through the trees, suddenly striking an Undead that resembled a tiger. As it passed, bones shattered and bone fragments flew, the soul fire within its massive eye sockets also flickering momentarily.


    However, this Undead was much stronger than the previous Undead Bird, Undead Snake, and Undead Wolf, with a challenge level of 2, so even though it was wounded by Char¡¯s shot, it did not die and continued to drag its broken body in pursuit of Char and the others.


    But just then, around the arrow that had buried into the ground, fiery feathers suddenly fluttered out, spinning around like flying knives, and the next second, an explosion erupted violently.


    Flames burst forth, the intense fire not only engulfing the Undead Tiger but also impacting the nearby Undead. The rising flames instantly soared out of the canopy, transforming into a fire bird about to take flight above the trees.


    When the explosion¡¯s force subsided and the Fire Bird dispersed, not only had the Undead Tiger turned into a cloud of scattered bones, but the other undead nearby also suffered heavy casualties.


    That single arrow had eliminated at least seven or eight undead, such that the pursuing Undead Tide momentarily cleared a space.


    However, there was no hint of joy on Char¡¯s face.


    The arrow he had just fired had appeared with the Fierce Feather Bow during his Prayer¡ªit was a special arrow designed to complement the bow, and they were limited in number¡ªone less with each use.


    Based on his ¡°Universal Arrow Skill¡± at Level 2 and using these specialty arrows, combined with the ¡°Fierce Feathered Arrow¡± and ¡°Fire Bird Power¡± Level 2 Skills, he could achieve such lethal power.


    After acquiring the Fierce Feather Bow, his strength had surpassed most Level 3 adventurers, especially since most of them couldn¡¯t obtain a piece of Bronze-level equipment.


    It wasn¡¯t surprising that he could perform so well in battle.


    Indeed, the power of that arrow was astonishing and it looked impressive, but it also consumed a lot of energy¡ªhe had used up almost half of his stamina with a single arrow.


    He could launch such an attack only two more times, but firing the second arrow would inevitably affect his condition, significantly reducing his running speed, which would be detrimental to escaping.


    Char grew increasingly anxious inside and couldn¡¯t help shouting loudly to Little Red Riding Hood, who was leading the way in front, ¡°Auson! How much longer?¡±


    ¡°We¡¯re¡­ we¡¯re here!¡±


    Just as Char finished speaking, he saw Auson crashing straight into a green wall.


    It was a wall composed of green vines.


    The green vines were draped over the trees and grew lushly, forming a ¡°green wall¡± that blocked the way.


    Char was startled and was about to shout a warning when the green wall suddenly seemed to come alive, opening a small hole just as Little Red Riding Hood gracefully passed through, then swiftly closing again.


    Without a second thought, Char followed Little Red Riding Hood¡¯s lead and charged toward the Green Vine Wall. Just as they were about to collide, the wall quickly opened, allowing Char, Betty, Star Worm, and Clover Mantis to pass through before it abruptly closed again.


    It was like a flash flood hitting a massive boulder, with the undead flood splitting at the Green Vine Wall and moving to either side.


    Many of the fast-approaching undead couldn¡¯t stop in time and crashed directly into the green wall, where the vines ensnared them. They struggled, but as wisp after wisp of pale blue soul fire was extracted from their bones, their efforts grew weaker and weaker.


    The undead further back seemed to lose direction. Their prey was just behind this wall of green vines, merely a wall away, yet they had no clue.


    No!


    What the undead failed to notice was not just Char and the others separated by a single wall but the entire Green Vine Wall itself!


    This green wall encircled a circuit within the forest, enclosing an area the size of a courtyard. The undead, blocked by this land, had to reroute and were completely unaware of it.


    As the vines absorbed the soul fire from the entrapped undead, that section of the vine wall became even more lush and vibrant.


    Outside the vine wall, the undead, having lost track of Char and the others, searched nearby for a while before retreating like a tide.


    This part of the forest had not yet been touched by the scent of death; the vibrant environment was very uncomfortable for the undead, who would not have ventured out of the Withered Land had they not been chasing Char, Betty, and Auson.


    Within the Green Wall was a garden filled with the sounds of birds and the scent of flowers.

 Chapter 55 - 8 The Garden Cottage The First Major Task

    Chapter 55: Chapter 8: The Garden Cottage, The First Major Task


    Chapter 55: Chapter 8: The Garden Cottage, The First Major Task


    Having been all ears for outside movement, Char heaved a sigh of relief once he was certain the Undead had finally left.


    There were so many of them; to say they blotted out the sky might be an exaggeration, yet their number was certainly not small, with over a hundred perishing at the hands of him and Clover Mantis, Star Worm.


    Adding in the Undead that didn¡¯t die, such a number could already be considered a small-scale Undead uprising.


    Faced with what seemed like an endless horde in a relentless pursuit, even if these Undead were not very strong, the pressure on him was immense.


    ¡®Is it because I carry the Natural Seal, and have Betty and Auson, these two fairies, by my side?¡¯


    After confirming safety, Char couldn¡¯t help but think.


    Just now, the reaction of the Undead was too extreme, taking a persist-until-death approach towards them.


    Why didn¡¯t the Undead react when other creatures approached their resting grounds, yet they were startled the moment he drew near?


    Moreover, on their escape route, there were so many creatures in the forest they passed through, so why did they specifically chase after them relentlessly instead of pursuing other creatures?


    There must be some special reason behind this.


    So, what did he have that other creatures did not?


    After much thought, the only thing that came to mind was the ¡°Natural Seal.¡±


    Considering Auson had continuously warned them of the danger ahead and seemed familiar with the escape route, leading them to this Secret Realm as if he had done it before,


    It was obvious that he had been pursued like this in the past.


    This made the answer even clearer.


    Most likely, it was because of the ¡°Natural Seal¡±!


    These Undead naturally loathed beings favored by nature, and now three such favored beings had come together, so it would be strange if the Undead didn¡¯t chase them with madness.


    ¡®If it weren¡¯t for Auson today, we might have been in trouble,¡¯ Char couldn¡¯t help but think.


    Putting aside his guesses, Char finally had the leisure to take a good look at the garden in front of him, which seemed like a secret haven in the forest.


    It was already autumn outside, with part of the deciduous woods donning their red, orange, and yellow fall attire.


    But inside the green wall, it seemed as though it was still spring.


    There were flowers of different varieties in full bloom, and the temperature was noticeably warmer than outside.


    In the center of the garden stood a small wooden cottage, two stories high, small but exquisitely made, showcasing the exceptional aesthetic of the homeowner.


    Several tall dawn redwoods were planted behind the cottage.


    Gazing at the wooden cottage in front of him, as well as the myriad of fresh flowers, and the small birds fluttering about in the grove and on the redwoods, which seemed not at all afraid of people, Char was surprised to the point of speechlessness for a moment.


    But he didn¡¯t act rashly and instead looked towards Auson.


    ¡°Auson, is there anyone here?¡±


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    Auson nodded, speaking hesitantly, which gave Char quite a shock.


    Then he saw Auson point towards himself, then at him and Betty, and he didn¡¯t forget to point at Clover Mantis, Star Worm, and even the Rain Sound Kingfisher in the basket.


    ¡®His math and memory are not bad at all,¡¯ Char thought, speechless.


    It turned out that Auson was referring to them as the people!


    Although there had been a comedic misunderstanding, Auson¡¯s response indirectly confirmed that aside from them, there was no one else around.


    This meant that the place was unclaimed, and his entrance into the cottage wouldn¡¯t provoke hostility or resentment from the homeowner.


    However, even after confirming this, Char still did not move. He followed up with another question.


    ¡°Then, is there any danger here?¡±


    Auson, with a finger in his mouth and tilting his head, apparently didn¡¯t quite grasp what ¡°danger¡± meant.


    ¡°Is it like the situation just now? Once it happens, do we have to run away?¡±


    As Char asked, he mimicked running in place.


    Finally, Auson understood and shook his head like a bobblehead.


    Only then did Char relax and with a grave expression, opened his personal panel.


    Indeed, as expected, under the adventure task entry in the task column, a bunch of tasks had been generated all at once.


    At a glance, they densely filled several pages.


    This was the first time so many tasks had existed simultaneously on the task panel.


    [Task One] Wandering Undead


    [Task Description]: There are actually a large number of Undead in Florence Forest? Find out the origin of the Undead and uncover the truth behind the incident.


    [Reward]: Bone Flute of the Dead, Praying Power ¡Á 30


    ¡­


    This first task immediately roused Char¡¯s spirits.


    Thirty strands of Praying Power plus a piece of equipment? The reward was even more generous than the previous goblin task, which indirectly confirmed that the enemies in this task were stronger than those goblins.


    Of course, now that he had the Clover Mantis, even with the increased difficulty of the task, it was no longer a threat to him.


    In terms of danger, it had actually decreased.


    But this was only in reference to that single task, whereas the tasks before him clearly formed a series of connected tasks.


    The previous goblin crisis could also be considered a small series of tasks, only the system had merged it into a single task.


    But that task, whether in terms of scale or difficulty, was definitely no match for the current series of tasks, even though Char didn¡¯t yet know the full scope of the tasks.


    So, this should be considered the first major event and large-scale task he had encountered!


    A large-scale task signified substantial rewards.


    If he could complete the task, and after fully absorbing these rich rewards, his strength would reach a new level, perhaps not just one.


    But blessings and misfortunes often coexist, and the more substantial the reward, the higher the risk it usually implies.


    Just like now, with the mere fact-finding presenting such high difficulty, how challenging must it be to complete the entire large-scale task and resolve the crisis?


    Char didn¡¯t believe that this was a task that could be completed merely with the help of the Clover Mantis, even if he added his own efforts and other Magic Pets like Lantern Firefly and Star Worm, it would be very difficult!


    It was very possible that the final tasks generated would be even more difficult than hard.


    That is to say, with his current strength, it was impossible to complete this large-scale task, he must further increase his own power.


    Although there was bad news, there was also good news.


    The good news was: following ¡°Whisper of the Dead¡±, there was a series of tasks, some of which showed as completed, while others were still incomplete.


    These were first-kill tasks.


    That¡¯s right!


    All the Undead that appeared just now were recognized by the system as ¡°monsters,¡± and there were first-kill rewards upon their defeat.


    Although each monster¡¯s contribution to the reward was not much, just one or two strands of Praying Power, and the most from a single one was three strands.


    But the sheer diversity of the Undead was the key!


    So much so that in just that short span, he had accumulated over fifty strands of Praying Power, which was much easier than the ¡°kill this group of goblins¡± task.


    If it weren¡¯t for the huge crisis hidden behind it, such a windfall would simply be too good to be true.


    A strong sense of delight surged in Char¡¯s heart.

 Chapter 56 - 9 Auson The Current Master of the Secret

    Chapter 56: Chapter 9 Auson, The Current Master of the Secret Realm


    Chapter 56: Chapter 9 Auson, The Current Master of the Secret Realm


    Previously, Char had thought that if he followed the plan he had set in his heart to recruit Magic Pets, he wouldn¡¯t know when he could collect a hundred strands of Praying Power.


    Even after completing his first Upgrade Task and earning fifty strands of Praying Power for free, he was still short of fifty.


    If he only saved without spending, it would be fine. Although the speed at which he was amassing Praying Power had slowed down because he had killed most of the common species nearby at least once, and compared to when he had first crossed over, the Praying Power he received for first kills had clearly decreased, but he was still able to collect some every day, and it would only take about half a month to save up fifty.


    Half a month was just enough time for him to complete his first Upgrade Task.


    That time was already not short, and besides, he couldn¡¯t just save without spending.


    He had now officially added the cultivation of Magic Pets to his schedule¡ªrecruiting new Magic Pets was important, but nurturing the existing ones was equally important.


    To cultivate Magic Pets, he had to pray for Energy Essence and attribute food every few days.


    The Praying Power he earned daily minus what he spent left him with not much at the end of the day; relying solely on first kill tasks, collecting fifty strands of Praying Power would definitely take over a month.


    But now, a big event that suddenly started contributed over fifty strands of Praying Power to him in one go, and the Undead species that had just died at his, Clover Mantis, and Star Worm¡¯s hands were only a portion of it.


    Despite the fact that among the hundred-plus Undead that were killed, some species inevitably repeated, and the remaining Undead species were likely not many.


    Even so, the remaining Undead were still worth looking forward to.


    Perhaps, he wouldn¡¯t even have to wait for the completion of the first carriage Upgrade Task before he could collect the hundred strands of Praying Power needed to start recruiting his fifth Magic Pet.


    Thinking of this, Char couldn¡¯t help but feel full of drive.


    Although the Clover Mantis was already enough to protect his safety, he would of course be most willing to recruit his fifth Magic Pet as soon as possible.


    Especially in the current situation where he faced a threat once more, the urgency to recruit a new Magic Pet was once again intensified.


    Moreover, there was more good news.


    Although the threat he faced this time was bigger and more terrifying than the previous one, it was not as urgent as the last time.


    After all, such a multitude of Undead wouldn¡¯t have transformed overnight; the Undead crisis in this area must have existed many years ago, and it wasn¡¯t as if it would explode the moment he encountered it.


    So, for him, there was still time.


    Rather than a crisis, this felt more like a large-scale dungeon that suddenly opened; if he made good use of it, not only would he be able to navigate through this crisis smoothly, but his strength could also greatly increase.


    After this analysis, Char felt much more relieved.


    After closing his personal panel, he walked toward the direction of the cabin.


    ¡°Wow! It¡¯s Moonlight Flower!¡±


    ¡°It¡¯s Mouse Light Grass!¡±


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    Betty¡¯s exclamations of surprise were non-stop as they walked through the garden.


    Char didn¡¯t recognize the flowers in the garden, only thinking they were pretty, and despite being untended for a long time, they still bloomed vigorously.


    But judging from Betty¡¯s reactions, these flowers were probably not just pretty but also very precious; they might even be Magic Plants that could be used to make Magic Potions.


    Soon Char arrived in front of the cabin.


    The door was open.


    This space seemed to have been fixed with some sophisticated magic; it maintained a warm climate like an eternal spring all year round, and even dust was scarce, so the cabin, possibly untended for many years, still appeared very clean, without a trace of dust or signs of dilapidation.


    Of course, all this was merely Char¡¯s speculation; after all, magic was a realm he had not yet come in contact with, and his conjectures were based solely on his understanding of fantasy worlds.


    The furnishings inside the cabin were both exquisite and close to nature, presenting a fresh and simplistic style which seemed characteristic of that of Elves.


    However, for the time being, Char was merely looking around without daring to touch the furnishings within.


    Although Auson had mentioned there was no danger inside, and from his recent experience, the original owner of the Garden Secret Realm did not seem to bear malice towards outsiders.


    Still, he remained minimally cautious.


    But when Char saw Auson confidently making his way through the living room, opening the back door, and running towards an even smaller cabin behind the house,


    he suddenly realized there might be some errors in his earlier speculation about Auson¡¯s origins and called out to Auson.


    ¡°Auson, wait a moment!¡±


    The red mushroom hopping forward on the grass suddenly stopped.


    ¡°Do you live¡­ were you born here? Is this your home?¡±


    Auson nodded his head.


    Char walked up to Auson and squatted down in front of him.


    ¡°Can you tell me about the past?¡±


    Auson tilted his head and looked at Char for a few seconds, not quite understanding what Char meant. Betty rattled off a translation in her own way on the side, and only then did Auson finally grasp Char¡¯s question, and he began to speak hesitantly.


    Char frowned from time to time, guessing some parts, and often Betty had to help translate, making the whole process seem choppy and awkward.


    Finally, after about fifteen minutes, Char managed to vaguely understand the gist of the story and couldn¡¯t help but exhale deeply.


    Communicating with Auson was indeed no easy task; simple exchanges were fine, but as soon as it involved complicated matters, it would become a guessing game mingled with guesswork.


    There was no helping it; although little fairies are naturally endowed with several languages and a certain amount of knowledge and can communicate with people, Auson and Betty¡¯s situations were not quite the same.


    Betty had companions from the beginning and had spent years in Green Rose Village with a multitude of beings to communicate with, so her communication skills were strong, and she could understand Char¡¯s meaning relatively easily.


    But Auson couldn¡¯t do that.


    Fortunately, he still managed to clarify the rough outline of events.


    Indeed, as he had adjusted in his mind, Auson was born in this Garden Secret Realm.


    However, Auson had never seen the original owner of the Garden Secret Realm, and the first person he encountered after his birth was a powerful Flower Fairy.


    That¡¯s right, powerful.


    In Auson¡¯s description, this Flower Fairy, who had looked after him since his birth and played the role of his mother, was much stronger than Sister Fei Lin whom Betty often mentioned, not only possessing two Demon Beasts as her animal companions, but her own strength was also formidable.


    Together, their combat power would not be inferior to that of a Clover Mantis.


    For a Flower Fairy, such combat power was extraordinarily strong, well beyond the norm.


    This Flower Fairy, aside from caring for and instructing Auson, often battled against the Undead, because the original owner of the Garden Secret Realm had died at the hands of the Undead.


    Later, this Flower Fairy also perished to the Undead, leaving only Auson in the entire Garden Secret Realm.


    It could be said that Auson was now the current master of the Secret Realm.


    And it was with Auson¡¯s permission that Char and his companions could successfully enter the Secret Realm.

 Chapter 57 - 10 The Possibility of a Winged Elf Becoming

    Chapter 57: Chapter 10: The Possibility of a Winged Elf Becoming a Mage


    Chapter 57: Chapter 10: The Possibility of a Winged Elf Becoming a Mage


    Seeing Auson mention the Flower Fairy who taught and raised him, his mood suddenly dropped, and Char was silent for a while too.


    He now understood why Auson, despite being scared away several times, still persistently followed and wanted to remind Betty¡ªit was because it was a Flower Fairy who had taken care of him as he grew.


    Now that he had seen another Flower Fairy, who was also oblivious to the danger she was approaching, how could he just stand by and watch?


    After a while, seeing that Auson was feeling a bit better with the encouragement and companionship of Betty and the Star Worm, Char began to examine the entire Garden Secret Realm closely.


    Having listened to Auson¡¯s story, he was completely certain that this place was safe, and naturally became more relaxed and bold.


    The small wooden house behind the main one was Auson¡¯s Mushroom House, which was dark and damp inside, yet it cultivated a large number of precious and delicious fungi that were difficult for ordinary people to grow successfully.


    Seeing this Mushroom House, Char couldn¡¯t help but rejoice immensely.


    Even if there were no other gains, this alone would make the trip worthwhile.


    Because this Mushroom House could be directly moved to his carriage and help him complete an Upgrade Task directly, not only saving him a lot of time and effort but also allowing him to earn fifty strands of Praying Power in a short period of time.


    ¡®It seems I really need to push forward the plan to recruit my fifth Magic Pet.¡¯


    Char was in high spirits.


    After thoroughly enjoying the sight of all the strange and mouthwatering mushrooms in the Mushroom House, Char returned to the main wooden house.


    ¡­


    In the bedroom, golden sunlight streamed through the window onto the bed, and a gentle breeze fluttered the light green sheer curtains, like the tenderness of spring.


    Char¡¯s gaze fell on the picture frame on the bedside table, his expression slightly surprised.


    It was a self-portrait, painted with a delicate touch and fresh, natural colors, likely the likeness of the house¡¯s original owner.


    However, what surprised Char was not the handsome features of the portrait¡¯s subject, nor the pointed ears and tranquil temperament, but rather the pair of soft, pure white wings behind him.


    The original owner of this Garden Secret Realm was actually a Winged Elf!


    This was truly beyond Char¡¯s expectations.


    Truthfully, he had considered that the owner of the secret realm might be an Elf.


    After all, a Mage who was close to nature, liked to stay in the forest, and planted a large number of flowers preferred by the Elf race¡ªwhose aesthetic also clearly revealed Elf sensibilities¡ªwas very likely an Elf Mage.


    Of course, aside from an Elf Mage, it was also possible that they could be a human Mage or witch, or a Mage from another intelligent species.


    Anyway, before seeing this self-portrait, Char had never considered that the owner could be a Winged Elf.


    Because even among Elves, Winged Elves are considered the most secluded and rarest subspecies.


    The vast majority of people don¡¯t even know of their existence within the Elf race.


    The most noticeable feature of Winged Elves is their soft wings, which are usually pure white, but can also be gray, brown, black, or even spotted.


    Their skin is as white as porcelain, their eyes are bigger and more expressive than other Elves, shining blue or green, and a very small number of Winged Elves have violet eyes, like pure amethysts.


    The Winged Elf in the self-portrait indeed had violet eyes.


    Winged Elves possess superb flight skills, capable of soaring over towering snow-capped mountains, flying at high speeds even in thin air. They usually have outstanding talent in swordsmanship and archery, along with notable Magic talents.


    ¡®I wonder why this Winged Elf chose to live alone in the Florence Forest,¡¯ Char mused as he carefully studied the beautiful self-portrait.


    The habits of Winged Elves are somewhat similar to eagles and griffons, usually residing in high mountains. Due to their rare numbers, they value their kin highly and would typically not leave their community.


    Moreover, Winged Elves tend to have a sense of superiority over all creatures that can¡¯t fly¡ªthey feel a heartfelt pity for these flightless beings, and some even show a mocking attitude.


    Therefore, it¡¯s rare for Winged Elves to live on the ground.


    Apart from the information revealed by the self-portrait that had somewhat surprised Char, there was nothing else noteworthy in the bedroom.


    So he quickly left the bedroom and made his way to the study.


    Standing at the entrance to the study, Char felt excited and expectant, with a trace of nervousness.


    If there was one place in the Garden Secret Realm that he was most looking forward to, it was undoubtedly the study.


    For it might hold the key to unlocking the door to magic.


    Having crossed into a fantasy world, how could he not yearn to become a Mage?


    Warriors, Knights, Assassins, Rangers, and Archers, even though they possessed Extraordinary Power and were magical, how could they compare to the noble ¡°Master¡±?


    In games, for the sake of class balance, planners would boost the combat effectiveness of non-magical Professions to be on par with magical ones.


    After all, in the same game, it just wouldn¡¯t do to have some Professions overwhelmingly powerful and others exceedingly weak, would it?


    Who would play the weaker Professions?


    Is that self-torture?


    Wouldn¡¯t the planning and design of these Professions be a waste?


    But that¡¯s inside the game!


    In reality, non-magical Professions could never be more powerful than magical ones. Sear?h the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    So, as a transmigrator, nobody would not want to become a revered ¡°Master.¡± Even if one couldn¡¯t become a ¡°Master,¡± at least they should possess some magical ability.


    Char, of course, never intended to remain an archer forever.


    How high is the ceiling for an archer?


    Until now, he had no direction, unable to learn spells even if he wished to, forcing him to bury this desire deep in his heart.


    Now, the opportunity was right in front of him.


    With an excited heart, he pushed open the door to the study and was greeted by the scent of books and ink, prompting Char to take a deep breath.


    Behind the desk was an entire bookshelf filled with books, yet only a small portion of the titles were written in the universal language¡ªthe only language Char knew.


    The majority of the other books were written in text he didn¡¯t recognize, and in several different scripts at that.


    Char figured some of them must surely be in Elf Language.


    His eyes scanned the books with recognizable titles and soon focused on the desk.


    On the desk was a finely-made small bookcase containing several books that seemed purposefully selected, with a stack of paper beside it, looking like torn-out pages from a journal, held down with a pen.


    These must be the key information the owner of the Secret Realm intended to leave behind.


    Unlike the stereotype of a mysterious, aloof, inscrutable Mage who might leave behind deadly traps for those who followed, this Winged Elf Mage clearly hoped that his legacy would be inherited by others.


    Besides the bookcase and message, at the foot of the desk, one could see a pile of ashes¡ªremnants that suggested they used to be a notebook.


    The notebook must have been burned many years ago, yet time in the Secret Realm seemed frozen, capturing everything as it was, such that even after so many years, the ashes remained unchanged.


    They had not been scattered by the wind nor had they vanished; they even retained the appearance of the notebook.


    Looking at the burned notebook and the torn page on the desk, although it seemed inappropriate, a faint smile involuntarily crept onto Char¡¯s face.


    It seems that one of the things people in any world most want to do before they die is to burn their notebooks, delete their browsing histories, destroy their hidden folders, and physically demolish their hard drives.


    With this smile, Char stepped forward, ready to carefully read the information left by the master of the Secret Realm.


    Then, he was stunned.


    Because he could not understand it at all, not even remotely, without any chance to even guess.

 Chapter 58 - 11 A Task Within a Task Rare Professions

    Chapter 58: Chapter 11: A Task Within a Task, Rare Professions


    Chapter 58: Chapter 11: A Task Within a Task, Rare Professions


    Spring was pleasant and the trees cast mottled shadows.


    However, Char was in the study silently screaming in frustration, ¡°Why would you use Elf Language for key information? Didn¡¯t you consider that the person who finds this Mage¡¯s cottage might not know Elf Language?¡±


    He suddenly became anxious and hurriedly flipped through the books in the bookcase¡ªall written in Elf Language.


    With a clang, Char dejectedly set down the book in his hands, his expression a mixture of pain and speechlessness.


    It was frustrating to have finally obtained the items, only to be thwarted by a language barrier, and he didn¡¯t even know where to begin complaining.


    It was as if there was a lump of stale blood stuck in his chest, impossible to spit out, yet unable to be swallowed, making him extremely uncomfortable.


    At that moment, he even resented his original self.


    You, a dignified Half-Elf, how could you not have learned Elf Language?!


    But that was the reality, and Char could only accept it. Moreover, he wasn¡¯t without a solution¡ªthe Green Rose Village was nearby, wasn¡¯t it?


    So many Wood Elves lived in the village, was he worried he couldn¡¯t find someone to teach him Elf Language?


    Of course, he¡¯d need to be cautious during contact, not to reveal the existence of the Garden Secret Realm.


    The original owner of the Secret Realm was undoubtedly a powerful Spellcaster.


    How high the former owner¡¯s professional level was, Char had no way of knowing, but it was certainly not low.


    One of a low level couldn¡¯t have created such a Secret Realm, where the temperature remained constant through all seasons and could mislead the Perception of the Undead, making them completely unaware even when close by.


    Suck powerful Spellcasters often left inheritances that would attract various greedy eyes.


    Although Elves were naturally uninterested in worldly affairs and loved peace, which didn¡¯t seem like they would snatch others¡¯ fortunes, who could say for sure?


    Fate had to be in one¡¯s own hands, not in the hands of others.


    Char quickly accepted reality, then stood beside the desk, bowed his head in contemplation, and quickly calculated his next moves.


    Just as he was about to rise and continue inspecting the cottage, a light flicker pulsed in his mind, a sensation he was vaguely familiar with¡ªit had occurred once before during a ¡°system update¡± that had introduced an equipment level system.


    He immediately summoned his personal panel.


    [Name]: Char Rain Season


    [Race]: Half-Elf


    [Level]: 1


    [Profession]: Archer (Ordinary)


    ¡­


    He instantly knew why the system had suddenly updated¡ªit was an update to the professional level system. Before, ¡°Archer¡± did not have ¡°Ordinary¡± as a suffix.


    As Char focused his attention on the suffix, he quickly learned about the classification of Extraordinary Professions.


    He didn¡¯t know how this world classified them, but the system divided the major Extraordinary Professions into five levels: Ordinary, Elite, Rare, Epic, and Legendary.


    Rare Professions were already hardly seen, and Epic and Legendary were truly elusive; most people might never encounter them in their lifetime.


    The update wasn¡¯t just to the professional level system; the task bar also refreshed with a large number of tasks.


    [Adventure Task]


    ¡­


    [Task Thirty-nine]Huh? Garden Secret Realm!


    [Task Description]: While avoiding the Undead, Little Red Riding Hood Osen led you into a Garden Secret Realm. Explore this Garden Secret Realm! This may become a turning point in your fate.


    [Reward]: Praying Power ¡Á5


    ¡­


    The previous thirty-eight tasks had all been spawned after triggering the great undead event, some completed, others not, while this thirty-ninth task was newly born.


    ¡®A twist of fate?¡¯


    Seeing these five characters, Char couldn¡¯t help but snicker.


    His true turning point of fate could only be the Prayer Altar; although this Garden Secret Realm could also count as an adventure, it definitely couldn¡¯t compare to the Prayer Altar¡ªit wasn¡¯t really a turning point of fate at all.


    However, simply exploring the secret realm to gain a free five strands of Praying Power was not bad either.


    Char continued reading.


    [Task Forty-five]Learning Never Ends!


    [Task Description]: Strive to learn the Elf Language, so you can understand the diaries and books left by this friendly Winged Elf Mage. S§×arch* The ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    [Reward]: Elf Language, Praying Power¡Á20


    [Task Forty-six]Magic! Magic!


    [Task Description]: Learn your first magic, and you will embark on the path of a spellcaster!


    [Reward]: 4th Circle Spell Summoning Sub-elemental Creatures Scroll¡Á1, Praying Power¡Á20


    Discovering the Garden Secret Realm seemed to open a new line of side tasks outside the major undead crisis, refreshing him with over a dozen tasks in one go.


    Tasks forty-five and forty-six, in particular, caught Char¡¯s attention, with even the system encouraging him to learn Elf Language and magic.


    ¡®However, these rewards seem a bit scant¡ªgaining only twenty strands of Praying Power for learning a foreign language!¡¯ Char couldn¡¯t help but let his thoughts drift.


    From his past life¡¯s experience, he knew mastering a foreign language could take god knows how much time and effort, and the payoff of just twenty strands of Praying Power made the input and reward entirely disproportionate.


    ¡­


    [Task Fifty-four]Inherit the Legacy!


    [Task Description]Fully absorb the gifts from this generous Winged Elf Mage! This could be the greatest adventure of your life.


    [Reward]: A Rare Profession, Praying Power¡Á50


    A Rare Profession?


    Char was instantly thrilled; having just learned of the rankings of Extraordinary Professions, he was now told that he might even take up a Rare Profession¡ªhow could he not be excited?


    After a while, he managed to calm himself, and he continued his exploration, quickly discovering the laboratory of the Winged Elf Mage.


    In the laboratory, there were plenty of magic materials, all well-organized and preserved, as well as some ready-made magic potions and magic scrolls.


    He didn¡¯t recognize the magic potions, and even if he did, he wouldn¡¯t dare to use them; who knows if they had deteriorated over so many years?


    However, the magic materials and magic scrolls should still be usable, only he didn¡¯t recognize anything about magic yet and dared not use them recklessly.


    So after a lap, Char returned to the study to start browsing the books he could understand.


    The undead had just left, and he didn¡¯t dare go out now; what if he attracted the pursuit of more undead?


    Better to stay here a bit longer until he was sure there was no more risk before leaving.


    As the sun began to set, Char spent an entire afternoon in the study apart from using the kitchen to make lunch once; he nearly greedily immersed himself in knowledge.


    Since crossing into this world, he had gained only bits of information about it through the system and narratives from Betty.


    Other than knowing the forest he was in was called the Florence Forest and that this world had a Moonlight Goddess named ¡°Bai Ying¡± and a Forest Goddess named ¡°Merikai,¡± he had no more information.


    He was completely clueless about the history, geography, races, and power distribution of the world.


    He didn¡¯t even know where exactly Florence Forest was located, how large it was, what places were around it, or his current position within Florence Forest.

 Chapter 59 - 12 New Subjects Power of Earth

    Chapter 59: Chapter 12 New Subjects, ¡°Power of Earth


    Chapter 59: Chapter 12 New Subjects, ¡°Power of Earth


    The sunlight gradually became less sufficient, and the shadows of the metasequoia trees fell into the study, slowly moving with the sunset.


    Char glanced through the window at the garden.


    The Star Worm, Betty, and Auson were chasing butterflies together.


    The Star Worm emitted joyful chimes intermittently, and Betty also let out pleasant laughter and calls, with even Auson occasionally giving a hearty laugh.


    The Clover Mantis stood by, watching quietly with a smile on its face.


    As Char examined the condition of the log cabin, the Clover Mantis had followed him to prevent any danger, not leaving his side.


    Only after thoroughly confirming that the place was safe, did it fly out of the cabin, then watched the others play from the sidelines.


    Char closed his book after spending the entire afternoon reading several books, gaining a much better understanding of this world.


    He glanced at the bookcase and the diary next to it, intending to pack up and take them, but he hesitated halfway through.


    The selected books and the torn diary in the bookcase were specifically picked by the Winged Elf Mage, undoubtedly crucial, perhaps containing the keys to surviving this undead crisis and determining whether he could become a spellcaster.


    These were not things he could afford to lose.


    Though he viewed the entire Garden Secret Realm as his possession and planned to eventually empty everything into the ¡°Castle,¡±


    if possible, he even wished to fully transfer the Secret Realm into the ¡°Castle,¡± making it a part of it.


    But for now, he was unable to do so.


    Therefore, it might be better to leave everything here for now.


    The Garden Secret Realm had existed for many years, possessing sufficiently strong defenses, and in terms of safety, it was far more secure than his carriage. Before making adequate preparations, it was better to leave everything here.


    Even the carriage should be brought over.


    As dusk fell, Char left the Garden Secret Realm with Betty and others.


    Before leaving, Char couldn¡¯t help but look back one last time; under the sunset, the whole garden was bathed in a golden-red hue.


    Compared to his current carriage, the mage¡¯s cottage offered better living conditions, was more comfortable, and was safer. If possible, he truly wanted to move in right away.


    But the carriage was the foundation of his establishment, his base, his golden touch; thus, he couldn¡¯t abandon the carriage for the mage¡¯s cottage.


    Moreover, although the carriage couldn¡¯t compare to the mage¡¯s cottage now, and it might still fall short even after possible upgrades, as long as he continued upgrading, it would eventually surpass the mage¡¯s cottage and become a true Mobile Castle.


    By then, not only would it meet the living conditions of the mage¡¯s cottage, but the Castle could even incorporate the entire Garden Secret Realm as part of itself.


    So, after one last look, Char left without turning back.


    The green wall automatically parted, opening a gateway. After Char and his group passed through, it quickly closed behind them.


    ¡°Betty, do you recognize these vines?¡±


    Looking at the variety of undead engulfed by the green wall, their soul fires extinguished, Char asked Betty, the Flower Fairy.


    She knew many plants and might have an answer.


    ¡°Hmm¡­¡±


    Betty flew up and down in front of the green wall, observing carefully, but still couldn¡¯t give an answer.


    The vines forming the green wall looked no different from other common vines in the forest, with their leaves having a five-claw shape, resembling those of maple or sycamore trees.


    The only noticeable difference was that these leaves were more translucent than those of other vines, as if sunlight had fused within them.


    ¡°Betty can¡¯t figure it out,¡±


    Betty said troubledly after a thorough observation.


    Char wasn¡¯t too concerned, knowing that if he didn¡¯t know now, he would eventually find out once he learned the Elf Language and read the diary left by the Winged Elf Mage.


    Next, he did not leave immediately, but with a light few steps, he leaped onto a nearby large tree and glanced into the green wall.


    As expected, he saw no cabin, no water-pine trees, and no garden, only the trees, shrubs, grass, and fallen leaves that were indistinguishable from the surroundings.


    This small piece of forest was unremarkable except for the vine wall that surrounded it, composed of green vines.


    If someone were to pass by here, they wouldn¡¯t notice anything unusual unless they intended to cut through the wall to take a shortcut.


    ¡®I wonder if it¡¯s an illusion or if a space has been created.¡¯


    Gazing at the woodland enclosed by the green wall, Char thought to himself.


    If it were an illusion, that would be understandable, but if a space had been created, then the power of this Winged Elf Mage might be far greater than he had imagined.


    However, Char felt it was most likely the former.


    Although he was not clear on what high-level powers in this world were capable of, a mage who could create a spatial realm out of thin air would hardly be driven to death by a minor undead crisis, right?


    Moreover, judging from the furnishings in the small cabin, this Winged Elf Mage did not seem to be a legendary figure¡ªthere was too great a discrepancy.


    To verify his speculation, Char tossed a stone he had picked up casually towards the interior of the green wall.


    Then, the stone seemed to meet an invisible barrier, being repelled back before it even entered the range of the green wall. Sear?h the Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    ¡®Just as I thought! It¡¯s an illusion!¡¯ Char thought to himself.


    This secret realm seemed to be akin to a barrier, combined with the special vine plants in front of him to form the Garden Secret Realm.


    The secret realm¡¯s deceptive power was not very strong against non-undead creatures. Anyone passing directly through it would definitely notice something unusual. However, for the undead, the secret realm not only had strong deceptive power but the undead wouldn¡¯t realize the existence of this realm till their demise.


    ¡°Let¡¯s go.¡±


    Seeing that the sun was about to set, and there was still quite a distance to go home, Char spoke to Betty, Auson, and the others.


    In the twilight, Char hastened towards the direction of the carriage. By the time he got home, the sky had completely darkened.


    Through the dim woods, two spots of orange light pierced the twilight, caughting Char¡¯s eyes.


    Beyond these two spots of orange, he could also see the light leaking through the gaps in the windows¡ªthe Lantern Fireflies had lit the lamps inside the carriage and those hanging from two poles outside the carriage.


    Looking at the lantern lights in the twilight, Char couldn¡¯t help but reveal a sincere smile on his face.


    That feeling of returning home to find the lamplight on and someone waiting was just too wonderful.


    What made Char even happier was that, as he returned to the ¡°Castle¡± with Auson, the system finally recognized that he had gained another subject, and at that moment, his senses sharpened once again.


    In a trance, he could even ¡°see¡± the path of the wind.


    Char immediately opened his personal panel.


    [Name]: Char Rain Season


    [Race]: Half-Elf


    [Level]: 3


    [Profession]: Archer


    [Attributes]: Strength 15+7, Defense 11, Agility 18+6, Constitution 13+6, Intelligence 17, Perception 21+4


    [Life Value]: 2189/2189


    [Magic Power]: ¡ª¡ª


    [Skills]: Natural Seal (2/100), Universal Arrow Skill lv2, Power of Earth lv1


    [Magic Pets]: Star Worm (Challenge Level 1), Lantern Firefly (Challenge Level 3), Lotus Leaf Frog (Challenge Level 1), Clover Mantis (Challenge Level 5)


    [Subjects]: Flower Fairy ¡Á1 (temporary), Little Red Riding Hood ¡Á1

 Chapter 60 - 13 Peacock Mountain Partridge Lantern

    Chapter 60: Chapter 13: Peacock Mountain Partridge, Lantern Firefly with Increased Level


    Chapter 60: Chapter 13: Peacock Mountain Partridge, Lantern Firefly with Increased Level


    As dusk fell, Char looked at his personal panel, visible only to himself, with an expression of surprise and delight.


    The attribute points after the ¡°+¡± in the Six Attributes were all brought by equipment.


    The Wild Boar Dagger, Bloodthirsty Pupil, and Fierce Feather Bow added a considerable amount of attributes for him, especially the Fierce Feather Bow. As a Bronze-level piece of equipment, it greatly enhanced his strength.


    Apart from the extra attribute points from his equipment and those he had gained over time, the second Natural Seal from Auson also gave him an additional point in agility, a point in intelligence, and two points in perception.


    However, both the change of the ¡°Natural Seal¡± inside the brackets from ¡°1/100¡± to ¡°2/100¡± and the increase in attributes were expected.


    After all, there was the precedent of Betty.


    But beyond these, Auson unexpectedly granted him a skill called ¡°Power of Earth,¡± which really thrilled Char.


    His attention immediately focused on ¡°Power of Earth lv1,¡± and soon the detailed effects of the skill unfolded.


    It was a buff-type skill that significantly enhanced his movement ability on the ground.


    That must be derived from Auson¡¯s Earth Escape ability.


    However, the little fairy¡¯s favor was clearly not enough to completely replicate its talent ability onto him, so he was given a weakened version.


    Even as a weakened version, it was enough to delight Char.


    True Earth Escape, even if the system dared to give it to him, he wouldn¡¯t dare accept it¡ªhe was only Level 3, and to possess Earth Escape abilities would be too defying.


    From its consistent actions, the system, while still generous, would impose certain restrictions on him, such as the previous restriction on the number of Magic Pets.


    Therefore, Char felt it was very reasonable that the system did not give him Earth Escape ability.


    Moreover, ¡°Power of Earth¡± not only greatly improved his movement ability on the ground, but it also gave him certain recovery and damage-sharing capabilities.


    That is to say, as long as his feet were planted on the earth, when he received damage, the earth would share some of that damage, and continuously help him to slowly recover health.


    What a surprise!


    A big surprise!


    He didn¡¯t expect that after Laosen joined him, he would not only receive the usual rewards but also gain an effective skill like ¡°Power of Earth.¡±


    But the surprises did not stop there. After understanding the ¡°Power of Earth¡± skill, Char¡¯s gaze slightly moved down, falling onto the Magic Pet column.


    Lantern Firefly had actually been promoted!


    He could feel nothing about the promotion of his Magic Pets.


    It was different from the enhancement of skills; whether it was gaining the ¡°Natural Seal¡± or the improvement of ¡°Universal Arrow Skill,¡± he had a strong sensation himself.


    But with the promotion of Magic Pets, he wouldn¡¯t sense it, unless he saw the change happen before his eyes, like with the Star Worm¡¯s level up before.


    Moreover, he hadn¡¯t opened his personal panel for a day.


    So, he really hadn¡¯t expected that while he was out, Lantern Firefly had silently been promoted, springing back into the ranks of his top combat forces, with its combat strength once again only second to the Clover Mantis!


    What a wonderful surprise.


    But upon further reflection, it wasn¡¯t so strange. Lantern Firefly was already among the best at Challenge Level 2 among the Demon Beasts, and it had been consuming Fire Attribute Energy Essence for a while, its strength increasing every day.


    He had observed in the past few days that Lantern Firefly seemed likely to be on the verge of promotion, so breaking through to Level 3 now seemed logical.


    Lantern Firefly¡¯s Challenge Level had reached Level 3, once again surpassing him in combat strength.


    Even though he was equipped with several pieces of gear and was blessed with both ¡°Natural Seal¡± and ¡°Power of Earth,¡± he probably stood no chance against Lantern Firefly in a fight.


    After all, now Lantern Firefly could take on four Level 3 adventurers alone.


    Lantern Firefly and Lotus Leaf Frog heard the noise outside and hurriedly came out of the carriage to welcome everyone back, their expressions a mix of joy and a sigh of relief.


    The Wind Winged Horse also snorted loudly, expressing its happiness with a cheerful neigh.


    It was getting dark, and Char and the others had not returned yet, making them anxious.


    Seeing Lantern Firefly and Lotus Leaf Frog coming out to greet him, Char had a big smile on his face.


    After leveling up, Lantern Firefly¡¯s size had noticeably increased.


    Of course, there was still a considerable gap compared to Clover Mantis.


    Besides that, its body structure had also become somewhat more complex, and the lantern it was holding now contained a flame that was larger than before.


    A Magic Pet only undergoes such radical changes and fundamental shifts in form during evolution.


    Normal strength improvements do not lead to significant changes.


    Char then shifted his gaze to Lotus Leaf Frog which, like Lantern Firefly, had been showing signs of leveling up these past few days.


    Now with Lantern Firefly having leveled up first, it seemed that Lotus Leaf Frog¡¯s advancement was imminent.


    Once it leveled up, Star Worm would once again become the weakest Magic Pet under his command.


    But this was good news for Char. Since Clover Mantis was so powerful, if the other Magic Pets didn¡¯t increase their strength, they would become more and more insignificant.


    They needed to steadily improve to keep up with the pace.


    Lotus Leaf Frog led Char happily into the second carriage, where a large tank of water was housed; in the tank, a dozen lively fish were swimming around, occasionally splashing water droplets.


    ¡°Well done, Lotus Leaf Frog.¡±


    Char affectionately stroked Lotus Leaf Frog¡¯s head, and it narrowed its eyes, revealing a content expression.


    Even though this was not the first time Lotus Leaf Frog had caught fish, each time it would proudly seek credit and then bask in Char¡¯s strokes, showing a pleased expression.


    Catching fish was a daily task Char had assigned to Lotus Leaf Frog.


    Lotus Leaf Frog was on the lower end in terms of levels and wasn¡¯t considered a main force from the beginning. Once Clover Mantis arrived, it became even more dispensable in combat, barely seeing any action.


    Essentially, Lotus Leaf Frog had withdrawn from the battle lineup and joined the logistics team; its main duties were providing Lotus Leaf Spring water, catching fish and shrimp, and also mosquito extermination.


    Seeing a few more fish in the tank, Char was not surprised, but what delighted him was that beside the simple chicken coop there were several chickens slightly larger than the Purple Quails.


    These chickens resembled Purple Quails in shape, but their feathers were a bit more magnificent, covered in greenish-blue spots like the tail feathers of a peacock, and they bore a crown of feathers on their heads, very pretty.


    They looked both like partridges and Peacock Pheasants.


    As Char¡¯s attention focused on these beautiful chickens, rows of text quickly appeared before his eyes.


    [Peacock Mountain Quail]


    [Skills]: Peacock Rainbow Light (0-ring) Sear?h the novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    [Challenge Level]: 0


    [Introduction]: Like Star Worm, the Peacock Mountain Quail belongs to the weakest group of Demon Beasts. Although they possess magical abilities, this level of magic skill hardly makes them capable in battle. Apart from releasing Peacock Radiance to dazzle enemies before making an escape, Peacock Mountain Quails are no different from the other weak, ordinary animals in the forest.

 Chapter 61 - 14 Vegetable Garden Chicken Coop and Pigsty

    Chapter 61: Chapter 14: Vegetable Garden, Chicken Coop, and Pigsty, the Embryo of a Small Manor


    Chapter 61: Chapter 14: Vegetable Garden, Chicken Coop, and Pigsty, the Embryo of a Small Manor


    Looking at the Peacock Mountain Quail inside the chicken cage, which had beautiful feathers similar to a peacock but the shape of a partridge, Char felt very surprised.


    Before he went out this morning, he had instructed Lantern Firefly to try and catch some small, free-range chickens if possible.


    After all, he needed to build up a pastoral life to upgrade his carriage.


    Although the task of truly completing the construction of the chicken coop still required the blueprints of the coop, couldn¡¯t he at least start preparing in advance?


    Waiting for the blueprints, then building the chicken coop, and capturing suitable free-range chickens for taming would be chaos if done without preparation, wouldn¡¯t it?


    So, he not only prepared a simple chicken cage in advance, but he also assigned tasks to Lantern Firefly just before setting off.


    However, the most important task for Lantern Firefly was still housekeeping.


    Therefore, he told Lantern Firefly that it was fine to just look for suitable chickens nearby, and if there weren¡¯t any, it was fine to give up as housekeeping was more important and not to wander too far off.


    His ideal target was the Purple Quail.


    After all, Purple Quails were not very intelligent, had a gentle temperament, a high egg-laying rate, and their meat was delicious, making them excellent domestication subjects.


    Char had not expected Lantern Firefly to complete the task so well, capturing not only the free-range chickens on the first day but also a Demon Beast.


    This truly gave him a big surprise.


    ¡®Indeed, he is the most reliable mighty warrior under me before the appearance of the Clover Mantis!¡¯


    Char couldn¡¯t help but lament in his mind.


    Even now, in terms of reliability, Lantern Firefly could compete with the Clover Mantis, and Char felt especially relieved when tasks were entrusted to it.


    Lantern Firefly caught a total of three Peacock Mountain Quails, and Char squatted down to take a closer look.


    From the feathers, it seemed there were two males and one female, because the feathers of two of them were significantly more magnificent.


    This was ideal as having both male and female would allow them to produce offspring.


    His gaze fell on the peacock pattern-like feathers of the mountain partridge, and Char felt a slight dizziness and disorientation, but it was very, very mild and did not cause any impact.


    However, his sudden approach and squatting startled the Peacock Mountain Quails, causing the feathers of the two males to burst out in a peacock tail feather-like mesmerizing brilliance.


    This mesmerizing brilliance of the peacock tail feathers instantly filled Char¡¯s vision, affecting it. However, it lasted for a very short period, almost instantaneously returning to normal.


    Such a brief moment, even in battle, would not cause any significant impact.


    Unless an enemy could take advantage of that fleeting moment to land a fatal blow.


    But any enemy capable of capturing that moment must be very strong, and such enemies were not ones he could deal with¡ªwhy then worry about causing his momentary ¡°distraction¡±?


    ¡°You did very well, Lantern Firefly.¡±


    Char stood up, smiled, and praised Lantern Firefly, and then looked around the interior of the carriage.


    The large carriage was divided into several areas by him; on the right side, there were several long beds of ¡°vegetable patches¡± made of wood, arranged in a row, occupying the space along the edge of the right side.


    In the vegetable beds, there were not only beets and tomatoes but also some beans, lettuce, broccoli, and other vegetables. Under Betty¡¯s care, they were growing well, lush green dotted with some red tomatoes.


    They were comforting to look at, with both wild charm and pastoral poetry.


    Next to the vegetable beds was the chicken cage, and behind the chicken cage, a large area was empty, only storing some wood.


    His earlier plan was to divide the second carriage into four areas.


    They were for growing vegetables, raising chickens, raising fish, and raising pigs.


    Of course, it could only be small pigs, as a large pig would not only take up too much space in the carriage but also eat more and defecate more¡ªChar did not want to end up with a stinking carriage.


    But now, with Auson and the Mushroom House, he planned to eliminate one option.


    The vegetable shed was definitely indispensable as it was his daily source of vegetables.


    It was also not easy to eliminate the chicken coop, because, compared to the other two options, it was relatively easy to construct, and rearing chickens was relatively simple and had a higher success rate.


    After careful consideration of the remaining two options, Char ultimately decided to eliminate the fish pond.


    After all, merely raising a tank or a few tanks of fish would not meet the standards¡ªto accomplish the task, he would need at least a pond full of fish.


    Just like a so-called chicken coop, it wasn¡¯t enough just to raise a few chicken cages of free-range chickens.


    All farming and breeding had to be done on a sufficient scale to be viable.


    Like the urban white-collars in his previous life longing for a pastoral life, carving out a small space in a steel forest to symbolically plant some vegetables and raise some Rhode Island chickens wasn¡¯t going to work.


    It¡¯s not that the system was tricking him, because the game was designed this way from the start.


    If there was any trick, it was him tricking himself.


    At the current stage of the ¡°Castle¡±, saying he could raise a pond full of fish was quite difficult, even harder than raising pigs.


    Therefore, compared to that, it was more appropriate to push back the task of fish farming.


    Besides the garden beds, chicken cages, and the wood needed later for building pigsties and chicken coops, Char also hung long flowerpots inside and outside the windows.


    Inside them, Betty planted fresh flowers she had dug up from the forest, which either had a rich fragrance, insecticidal properties, or strong antibacterial effects.


    Because it was foreseeable that once the pigsties and chicken coops were built, no matter how clean he kept them or how well-ventilated they were, the carriage would definitely smell and be prone to mosquitoes and germs.


    These plants served not only as decoration but also had antibacterial, deodorizing, insecticidal, and fragrant effects.


    Looking at his modest vegetable garden and chicken coop, a sense of accomplishment welled up in Char¡¯s heart, and then his gaze shifted to the Peacock Mountain Quail.


    ¡°I wonder what Peacock Mountain Quail eat.¡±


    Watching the Peacock Mountain Quail cooing in the cage, Char thought to himself.


    Next, he would have to try to keep these Peacock Mountain Quail alive¡ªat least he had to figure out what they ate.


    ¡°Betty, Auson, do you two recognize this bird?¡± Char asked, pointing at the free-range chickens in the cage, ¡°Do you know what they usually eat?¡± sea??h th§× N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    ¡°Mr. Char, these birds are so beautiful!¡±


    Betty, distracted, clasped her hands to her face, her eyes sparkling as she stared at the Peacock Mountain Quail, then remembered to answer Char¡¯s question, and observed them carefully in a proper manner.


    ¡°Betty has never seen them before, Mr. Char.¡±


    Just as Char was feeling a bit disappointed, Auson, who seemed rather dumbstruck, spoke up.


    ¡°I¡­ I know.¡±


    ¡°Auson, you know?¡±


    Auson nodded, straining to find the right words, and answered Char¡¯s question.


    ¡°They¡­ they like to eat insects, grass, and the seeds of the colorful scale grass.¡±


    ¡°You¡¯re amazing, Auson! Thank you!¡±


    Char did not skimp on his praise, Auson¡¯s face flushed red; he was too shy and introverted, but that was all the more reason to lavish praise, to express gratitude directly from the heart.

 Chapter 62 - 15 Colorful Scale Grass Land of Death

    Chapter 62: Chapter 15 Colorful Scale Grass, Land of Death


    Chapter 62: Chapter 15 Colorful Scale Grass, Land of Death


    ¡®Indeed, apart from regular food, there are also special foods.¡¯


    Char felt a sense of vindication that things turned out just as he expected.


    ¡®However, what is colorful scale grass?¡¯


    Char was a bit distressed about his lack of common knowledge, but fortunately, he had help.


    ¡°Betty, do you know what colorful scale grass is?¡±


    Having been unable to help earlier, Betty appeared somewhat downcast, but upon hearing Char¡¯s question, she immediately placed her hands on her hips, lifted her chin proudly, and replied, ¡°Betty knows!¡±


    Then she began to describe it vividly. Through Betty¡¯s explanation, Char quickly understood what colorful scale grass really was.


    It was a type of grass not very common yet not rare in forests, preferring cool environments and often growing under trees and among bushes.


    The seeds of the grass display various colors and, because many seeds together resemble colorful scales, it was named colorful scale grass.


    The colorful scale grass seeds Auson mentioned were, in fact, its seeds.


    ¡®It seems I will have to plant some colorful scale grass later, and also, I¡¯ll need to catch more insects.¡¯


    Char thought to himself.


    Next, he returned to the kitchen to prepare a lavish dinner, featuring birds, beasts, fish, and vegetables, all contributing to a rich and balanced meal.


    In fact, in his previous life, Char had no clue how to cook.


    During his student days, he ate meals prepared by his parents at home and dined at the school cafeteria. As an adult in society, when poor, he resorted to takeout, and once his career took off, he simply hired a cook.


    In his past life, he rarely ever picked up a cooking spatula, let alone cooked; he was a person whose hands were strangers to manual labor and who didn¡¯t differentiate one grain from another.


    But after crossing over, he had no choice but to cook for himself.


    Initially, he found it annoying and just muddled through.


    But later, as his longing and craving for delicious food grew, along with having plenty of time¡ªhis past life had been so busy with endless entertaining activities, hardly sparing time for work and enjoying life, let alone honing cooking skills.


    This life was different, however. Cut off from modern, urban, and informational living, time seemed to stretch endlessly, giving him ample unspendable hours and a mind more at ease.


    Under these dual influences, he began to study culinary arts, constantly experimenting to see how he could make dishes tastier.


    Nowadays, not only had his skills improved, but he had even begun to love the feeling of cooking.


    Especially since his magic pets also accompanied him while cooking, occasionally offering help, making the feeling even better¡ªhaving company made cooking far from a tedious chore.


    ¡­


    Under the lights, on the dining table, several steaming, bountiful dishes were served.


    There was fish, poultry, as well as vegetables and eggs. Although lacking seasonings affected their flavor and aroma, this in turn preserved the authentic taste of the foods, and they were still quite delectable.


    Had it been just Char eating, he certainly wouldn¡¯t have been able to eat so much, but the Star Worms, although having energy essence as their food, also craved the dishes Char made, so how could he not share some with them?


    Not just the magic pets, but even Betty, influenced by the Star Worms¡¯ hearty enjoyment over these days, began to partake in some meat, although originally meat was never on her menu as she would only consume dew and nectar.


    Seeing everyone enjoying their meal so heartily made Auson a bit envious.


    Char saw this and asked, ¡°Auson, would you like some?¡±


    He conveniently cut a piece of meat and placed it in front of Auson¡¯s small plate, which already contained a small piece of Energy Essence.


    Char was not a stingy person. Although the Energy Essence given to Betty and Auson had its effectiveness greatly reduced, it was still better than eating ordinary food, so each time they had a meal, he would always share a small piece with Betty, and now that Auson had joined, he of course treated him no differently.


    This scene had quite a fairy-tale flavor to it, and Char felt an indescribable joy and satisfaction in his heart.


    Watching Betty, who had forgotten to maintain her ladylike image and got Energy Essence smeared on her face, Char couldn¡¯t help but smile faintly.


    Previously, in the Garden Secret Realm, he had tried asking Betty to help translate the diaries and books left by the Winged Elf Mage, but unfortunately, although Betty understood Elf Language and recognized the Elf script, she couldn¡¯t read or write.


    In short, she was illiterate.


    Not only could Betty not understand it, but Auson was the same.


    His plan to borrow little fairies to translate the Magic Books and diaries had fallen through, so he had to think long-term.


    Above the clear sky, a splash of emerald green seemed like a dab of paint accidentally spilled on a blue canvas.


    The verdant wings of the Clover Mantis vibrated lightly in the air, helping it stay aloft.


    From the perspective of the Clover Mantis, the forest below was clearly divided by a line.


    On this side of the line, the area was lush and thriving, while on the other side, although it could not be said to be barren and lifeless, the vegetation was clearly much sparser.


    Especially the color!


    It was unnoticeable in the forest, but as the altitude increased and one looked down from above, it became very clear.


    Compared to this side¡¯s vibrant mix of emerald green and golden red, full of life and half-dyed woods, the other side was a foreboding shade of gray-black, showing signs of death and decay, as if tainted by the breath of death.


    At this altitude, the Clover Mantis could even see the boundaries of this death-ridden area.


    If it could fly a little higher, the Clover Mantis might be able to see just how vast this death-ridden area was, but its current altitude was the limit it could reach.


    After all, the Clover Mantis was just an insect, still significantly limited by its innate factors, unlike birds that could easily soar high in the sky. sea??h th§× novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Soon, the Clover Mantis decreased its altitude and flew in the opposite direction, quickly returning to Char who was awaiting news.


    ¡°How did it go, Clover Mantis?¡±


    Using a blade-like handwriting tool, the Clover Mantis sketched on the ground for a while and soon produced a simple map. Upon finishing, it scribbled in the middle and eventually marked a large area.


    Char¡¯s brows immediately furrowed.


    Last night, he had traveled overnight¡ªwith the current ¡°Castle¡¯s¡± guard strength, traveling at night had become completely manageable. The interior was brightly lit, and the exterior was also illuminated by lamps, making it safe from attacks by wild Demon Beasts.


    The Wind Winged Horse alone could handle most dangers, not to mention the contents of the carriage, including the Clover Mantis, Lantern Firefly, and himself.


    Thus, even traveling at night posed no issue.


    Making use of the cover of night, he had quietly driven the carriage into the Garden Secret Realm.


    Although, when the Undead crisis fully erupted, even the Garden Secret Realm might potentially be overwhelmed, but at least before the crisis erupted, it would definitely be the safest place nearby.


    By placing his two most important treasures in the safest place, not only could he worry less and reduce unnecessary risks, but freeing the Lantern Firefly and others meant there was no need to keep them on guard duty.

 Chapter 63 - 16 Attracting Beasts the Undead that Keep

    Chapter 63: Chapter 16: Attracting Beasts, the Undead that Keep Contributing Praying Power


    Chapter 63: Chapter 16: Attracting Beasts, the Undead that Keep Contributing Praying Power


    ¡°Castle¡± had entered the Garden Secret Realm and no longer needed anyone to keep watch over the house.


    So, after driving the carriage into the Garden Secret Realm, the next morning Char set out with all members except the Wind Winged Horse and the Lotus Leaf Frog.


    The reason for leaving behind the Wind Winged Horse was simple: there was no need for it. As a carriage-pulling Demon Beast, it could operate independently from the carriage, but its primary function was still transportation.


    Besides, its large size made it inconvenient to follow alongside, and its combat strength was only so-so: one more of it made no difference, and one less of it didn¡¯t matter.


    On the contrary, if the Wind Winged Horse¡¯s Challenge Level had been as high as 7 or 8, Char wouldn¡¯t let it leave his side no matter what.


    The Lotus Leaf Frog, however, was left behind due to its slow movement speed. It was better off staying at home, peacefully nurturing the Lotus Leaf Spring.


    Accompanied by the two little fairies and numerous Magic Pets, Char began his reconnaissance. After circling a large area, he finally figured out how vast the region affected by the Power of Death really was.


    It was larger than he had imagined, possibly spanning dozens of square kilometers. With the exception of the Garden Secret Realm, which was being held in check, all other directions showed a tendency to expand uncontrollably.


    This made Char¡¯s mood all the more serious.


    The larger the area, the higher the level of the Death Power that triggered this Undead Disaster¡ªordinary Death Power couldn¡¯t transform so many creatures into the Undead.


    And the higher the source¡¯s power level, the stronger the boss he would ultimately have to face.


    This wasn¡¯t something he could solve alone.


    In fact, it wasn¡¯t something he should have to resolve alone.


    It¡¯s clear that this problem has existed for years, and the local natives have been unable to resolve it; they might not have even discovered it.


    To expect him, a transmigrator who had been here less than a month, to solve it?


    Clearly unrealistic.


    Luckily, this mission was different from the crises brought by the Steel Teeth Pig and goblins. In the previous two challenges, even if he had wanted to run, he couldn¡¯t¡ªenemies ultimately caught up both times.


    But this time the adversaries were different. The movements of the Undead were clearly limited to a certain area and even if they could break through their original territory, they wouldn¡¯t roam outside for long.


    Meaning that, in fact, this mission was possibly avoidable.


    If he were to start running far away in the carriage from now, even if the Undead disaster eventually erupted, could it really threaten him?


    If he can¡¯t face it, can¡¯t he just hide from it?


    But so far, Char didn¡¯t want to flee.


    It wasn¡¯t because he felt any sense of belonging to this world or that a ridiculous surge of saintly compassion had erupted, compelling him to prevent a disaster less than a month after transmigration that would lead to mass suffering.


    He wasn¡¯t that altruistic or great.


    He was just thinking that, before the disaster erupted, he could take advantage as much as possible, trying to quickly enhance his strength through this significant event.


    Moreover, if he chose to hide, he would definitely miss the chance to completely move the Garden Secret Realm into the ¡°Castle,¡± so he would need to leave some time to move everything useful as quickly as possible.


    Additionally, the special vine cultivated by the Winged Elf Mage might be one of the key items to resolve this Undead crisis.


    All kinds of thoughts flashed through Char¡¯s mind rapidly, and then he said to the Clover Mantis, ¡°Clover Mantis, proceed with the plan and be safe!¡±


    The Clover Mantis nodded gently and flew back towards the decaying Land of Undead.


    Looking at the receding figure of the Clover Mantis, Char felt a bit worried and yet somewhat expectant.


    Since the slaying by the Clover Mantis equated to his own slaying, he needed to complete the mission and accumulate Praying Power without even having to be on-site; dispatching the Clover Mantis was enough.


    This opened up the possibility for him to exploit loopholes, allowing him to quickly amass Praying Power with almost no risk.


    Blissful~


    Otherwise, killing monsters would cause a massive outbreak of the Undead, and even with the Garden Secret Realm as a refuge, the risk was still high after an intense and thrilling scene like yesterday¡¯s.


    Now, where he was stood a significant distance from the Garden Secret Realm, and even further from the Land of the Undead.


    He dared not to get too close; getting too close might allow the Undead to sense the aura of the Natural Seal again and lead to another chase.


    But the Clover Mantis was different. Without him, Betty, and Auson by its side, the Clover Mantis was just an ordinary Demon Beast to the Undead and wouldn¡¯t provoke an outbreak among them. S§×arch* The Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Therefore, approaching for reconnaissance as it did just now didn¡¯t attract the attention of the Undead, and even directly stepping into that Land of the Undead wouldn¡¯t lead to much pursuit.


    After all, even though the Land of the Undead was more desolate than the surrounding forests, it still housed a large number of non-Undead creatures. If every non-Undead creature that entered could provoke a frenzied pursuit by the Undead, then those creatures simply wouldn¡¯t be able to survive in that area.


    Hence, the Clover Mantis could indeed attract only a small number of Undead at a time, slay them, then lure another batch¡­


    Slaying in batches, it helped him gather Praying Power.


    Once he had saved up a full hundred strands of Praying Power, his priority would be to recruit his fifth Magic Pet, and a Magic Pet transformed from a Demon Beast would start at Challenge Level 6!


    This would be a tremendous help, greatly boosting his confidence.


    However, Char didn¡¯t entirely leave the task to the Clover Mantis and go off to do other things.


    Because, even though the risk was small, there was still a chance that the Clover Mantis could encounter danger. He didn¡¯t feel comfortable leaving the Clover Mantis alone here to slay the Undead.


    Out of concern and care for the Clover Mantis, he and the others didn¡¯t leave, but watched over it from the sidelines, not going anywhere else.


    In this way, should the Clover Mantis indeed face an emergency and become endangered, they could provide support at any time. In a slightly worse situation, with Auson present, they could retreat into the Garden Secret Realm at any moment.


    This was also why he had called for Auson.


    It didn¡¯t take long for the Clover Mantis to enter the Land of Death and successfully lure out a small group of Undead.


    Watching the mission column, where the first kills kept popping up, Char¡¯s heart was filled with excitement.


    Although many of the Undead slain by the Clover Mantis this time were repeats, since he had already killed many types yesterday, its round of slaying still contributed several strands to Char.


    After that, the luring and slaying by the Clover Mantis went smoothly, with no unexpected incidents, which greatly relieved Char.


    But even though the gains were substantial, he did not spend the entire day on this.


    After the morning, he left and began to explore further afield.


    Let¡¯s not forget that two major treasures currently lay before him. Apart from the Undead, which were like experience packs of Praying Power, the Garden Secret Realm was also a huge treasure trove.


    And to excavate the treasures of the Garden Secret Realm, he must learn the Elf Language.


    Therefore, finding an Elf Tribe¡ªor at least one Elf¡ªwas equally important.


    Speaking of which, he had already survived the most vulnerable initial phase, and it was time to try interacting with the natives of this otherworldly realm.

 Chapter 64 - 17 The Strange Place Floral Blue Leopard

    Chapter 64: Chapter 17 The Strange Place, Floral Blue Leopard


    Chapter 64: Chapter 17 The Strange Place, Floral Blue Leopard


    The autumn sun filtered through the forest, casting fantastical, mottled shadows from the trees onto the soft, leaf-littered forest floor that was layered with who knows how many seasons of fallen leaves.


    Char moved swiftly through the woods, gradually illuminating parts of the map still shrouded in darkness.


    So far, however, he had found no trace of human activity.


    The Green Rose Village that Betty had mentioned was nowhere to be seen.


    In fact, this was quite strange.


    According to Betty, after somehow losing her way, she wandered for more than ten days before encountering him. Given the flying ability of a Flower Fairy, ten days would neither be considered a short nor a particularly long distance to travel.


    In other words, Green Rose Village should not be far from here.


    However, despite the close proximity, there was a vast Land of Death right beside them, with the imminent threat of an Undead crisis looming nearby. Yet the elves of Green Rose Village seemed completely unaware, which was clearly unreasonable.


    Considering the mobility of elves, even if they had just moved near this area, they would have discovered the Land of Death within a few days, let alone the fact that Green Rose Village had existed for many years.


    Over the years, it was impossible for the elves not to have noticed something amiss here, nor could they ignore the presence of Undead.


    He had only been here for a short while, alone, and had quickly noticed the anomaly. How could the many elves in Green Rose Village fail to notice?


    Yet Betty was certain that in all the years she spent in Green Rose Village, she had never heard of any Undead near the village, nor had she seen her elf friends battle against any Undead.


    This didn¡¯t make sense.


    Not only had Green Rose Village seemed unaware, but in his extensive exploration, Char had not encountered a single human or elf, dwarf, half-elf, or even half-orc.


    This was unlikely, as according to the books left by the Winged Elf Mage, he was now nearing the edge of Florence Forest, with a province of Florence Kingdom just beyond that. Surely the Florentines should have detected the emergence of a Land of Undead and fortified their defenses?


    But Char had seen nothing of the sort.


    It was downright bizarre.


    He planned to visit Florence Kingdom when he got the chance to find out what was really going on, as he would need to start dealing with Otherworldly People anyway.


    Above him, the reconnaissance Clover Mantis on a branch suddenly erected its wings in an alarm stance, transforming into a blur of emerald as it flew down towards the thicket ahead.


    Char and Star Worm, who were already well-acquainted with the Clover Mantis and understood what its various postures meant, were immediately alert.


    The erected wings indicated that the Clover Mantis had encountered something it deemed a threat. Its current stance signified that there was indeed a presence ahead that could threaten it.


    And a being capable of threatening the Clover Mantis could very likely be fatal to Char, Betty, Auson, and Star Worm.


    The Lantern Firefly immediately assumed its guard position, flying in front of Char.


    Char, Betty, and Star Worm didn¡¯t make any hasty moves. Instead, they stepped back slightly, ready to run at the first sign of trouble.


    Auson was slower to react and not as in sync with Char, Betty, and Star Worm, but after two seconds, he too was prepared to make a run for it if necessary.


    In the distance, the intimidating growl of a feline animal rolled through the air like subdued thunder.


    ¡®Is it some kind of large cat?¡¯ Char wondered.


    A combination of sound, color, scent, airflow, and temperature constructed an image in Char¡¯s mind:


    A large feline creature crouched low, letting out a continuous growl towards something in front of it, signaling to the Clover Mantis to stay away. The Clover Mantis in front of the big cat had closed its threatening, erect wings, retracting its menacing stance.


    Judging by the silhouette of the large feline, it didn¡¯t resemble a lion nor a tiger¡ªit was probably a leopard?


    This was the first time he had encountered a large feline in all these days.


    At first, he had thought he might encounter wolves, tigers, and leopards relatively easily since Demon Beasts were rare and seldom seen; surely, ordinary animals couldn¡¯t be that hard to find, right?


    But as he expanded his exploration area and encountered more and more Demon Beasts and non-Demon Beasts, he gradually realized things weren¡¯t as he had thought.


    It seemed, in this world, there simply were no large or medium-sized carnivorous animals that were just ordinary animals.


    So far, he had only encountered two types of large and medium-sized carnivorous animals (the lynx he had caught before didn¡¯t count, as it was hardly bigger than a house cat and didn¡¯t qualify as a large or medium-sized carnivore).


    Both were wolves, and both were Demon Beasts.


    The Challenge Level wasn¡¯t low either, with the former reaching Level 2 and the latter Level 3.


    What¡¯s more, these two types of wolf Demon Beasts didn¡¯t appear alone; they were in groups, each forming a small pack.


    Fortunately, wolves are smart and cautious creatures. After realizing they had no chance against the Clover Mantises, they didn¡¯t attack and simply watched from a distance for a moment before wisely leaving.


    Char didn¡¯t chase after them.


    The wolf packs weren¡¯t confident they could hunt down his group, and he wasn¡¯t sure he could kill those two packs either.


    Both sides tacitly chose to avoid each other¡¯s waters.


    Later on, he realized that in this world, all large and medium-sized carnivores were probably Demon Beasts, and even large and medium-sized herbivores were mostly Demon Beasts.


    Animals like the brown-tailed roe deer were already among the largest of the ordinary animals; anything larger than them was, without exception, a Demon Beast.


    It made sense, large carnivores like tigers and lions, if they were just ordinary animals, simply couldn¡¯t survive: even an Insect-type Demon Beast like the Clover Mantis could kill them.


    For animals to proliferate generation after generation, they had to either be numerous and win by quantity or have a high survival rate and win by quality.


    In an otherworldly realm with Demon Beasts, creatures like lions and tigers, which only bear one or two cubs per litter and are carnivores, and yet are ordinary animals?


    Such a niche simply couldn¡¯t exist!


    The call of the Clover Mantis came from ahead, and at the same time, the picture formed by his five senses also dissolved at this moment.


    ¡°Star Treasure, Auson, let¡¯s go, but be careful.¡±


    As they got closer, more information was conveyed through the wind: the scent of blood, was this leopard-type Demon Beast injured? Hmm? It seems this Demon Beast is protecting something?


    Sensing the approach of Char and the others, the leopard¡¯s threatening growls grew louder, as if it might pounce at any moment.


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    When Char finally got close and saw the leopard¡¯s appearance clearly, he couldn¡¯t help but sigh with heartfelt admiration.


    Its slender build, athletic figure, moss and distant-mountains green fur, mountain-flower-like crimson clouds markings, and the green flames wafting from the four paws and mouth, everything combined to make a beautiful Floral Blue Leopard.


    [Floral Blue Leopard (Subadult)]


    [Skills]: Mountain Ghost Green Flame (3rd Circle), Flame Trampling Flying Charge (3rd Circle), Green Vine Grass (1st Circle)


    [Challenge Level]: 4


    [Introduction]: The Floral Blue Leopard is an elegant hunter in the jungle, with a beautiful appearance, agile movements, and a certain healing ability. Their numbers are rare and they move like specters, akin to the ghosts of the mountains. Flower Fairies hold the Floral Blue Leopard in high esteem as an animal companion, but only a very few manage to gain the favor of one.

 Chapter 65 - 18 Freyja Golden Autumn Wood Elf Ranger

    Chapter 65: Chapter 18 Freyja Golden Autumn, Wood Elf Ranger


    Chapter 65: Chapter 18 Freyja Golden Autumn, Wood Elf Ranger


    Watching the tensely snarling Floral Blue Leopard in front of him, Char¡¯s expression was both shocked and delighted.


    Although the Floral Blue Leopard in front of him was not small, big enough for a person to ride, its slightly immature face indicated that it was not yet mature.


    Just as the system had displayed, this was a Subadult Floral Blue Leopard.


    At the same time, several thoughts surged through Char¡¯s mind, but he did not show them and calmly shifted his gaze, moving it to the bushes behind the Floral Blue Leopard.


    There, a figure could be barely seen lying down.


    The figure was wearing a beautiful but damaged full-body leather armor, with vital parts patched with scales from an unknown Demon Beast.


    A longbow laid by their side along with a few scattered arrow feathers, and a part of a long sword protruded from beneath them.


    From the bushes, a faint scent of blood wafted through, which even carried a hint of the fresh smell of plants and trees.


    Char understood in his heart.


    Although he could not see clearly, whether it was the scent of blood mixed with the smell of plants and trees, the system¡¯s introduction of the Floral Blue Leopard, or the style of the leather armor, longbow, long sword, and arrow feathers, all led Char to a very clear guess about the identity of the injured person in the bushes.


    Elf!


    In an instant, Char felt almost elated, feeling as if things were going his way.


    Just what he was thinking about!


    He had just been headache about not understanding Elf Language, and then he stumbled upon an injured Elf.


    At this moment, he even wondered if there really was a system god behind him, arranging both challenges and opportunities for him, ensuring the experience of him as a player?


    ¡°Betty, Auson, can you get the Floral Blue Leopard in front of us to let down its guard?¡±


    Char suppressed the joy in his heart and said to the two fairies.


    Since fairies and elves get along well and the Floral Blue Leopard in front of them was an elf¡¯s mount, its attitude toward fairies should also be friendly. Sending Betty and Auson as diplomats was much more suitable than going himself.


    Betty too saw the elf lying in the bushes and was somewhat anxious, fearing that the injured one might be an elf from their Green Rose Village. But looking at the very cautious Floral Blue Leopard in front of them, she hesitated to approach.


    Lady Tangling silently moved closer to Betty, seemingly telling her: It¡¯s okay, I¡¯m here.


    Betty felt much more confident, and so she gathered her courage to speak.


    ¡°Mr. Leopard, we are not bad guys, can you not be so fierce?¡±


    ¡°Yes, yes!¡±


    Auson nodded by her side, indicating agreement.


    ¡°Are you and your companion injured? Do you need our help checking? Lady Tangling can heal, Mr. Char has many magical potions, and there¡¯s the Lotus Leaf Frog, its nurtured spring water can also heal. I was injured just like you before, and it was Mr. Char who helped me.¡±


    As Betty spoke, she tried to move closer, but this action clearly provoked the Floral Blue Leopard.


    Like a bolt from the blue, the Floral Blue Leopard suddenly let out a thunderous roar, spewing cyan flames from its mouth toward Betty and Auson, startling them both.


    Betty screamed, instinctively shrinking back, almost bursting into tears.


    The look in Lady Tangling¡¯s eyes turned icy, her hand¡¯s emerald light flashed, positioning the Emerald Light Blade in front of Betty, as if ready to strike the next second.


    Lantern Firefly¡¯s expression was still stern, but the light in her hand had clearly grown larger, ready to burst forth.


    Even the usually good-natured, hospitable Star Worm let out an angry chirp as if questioning the other party.


    And Auson appeared quite puffed up, with virtual mushrooms condensing before him, seemingly ready to launch a ¡°Mushroom Explosion.¡±


    Char was also a bit angry, thinking since the other party refused the toast only to drink a forfeit, letting Lady Tangling teach this leopard a lesson might be good.


    After all, physics is the ultimate principle.


    However, after the Floral Blue Leopard let out that roar, its face showed extreme pain, and then its body began to convulse violently. It did not last even a few seconds before it fell down.


    Surprise appeared on Char¡¯s face, yet a hint of understanding flashed through his mind.


    No wonder the Floral Blue Leopard, despite having healing abilities, did not use them. It turned out it was at the end of its strength and no longer capable of even activating ¡°Green Vine Grass¡± once.


    ¡°Lady Tangling, keep an eye on the Floral Blue Leopard.¡±


    Char did not immediately ask Lady Tangling to treat the leopard but instead bypassed it and walked toward the bushes ahead.


    Seeing this, the Floral Blue Leopard struggled again to let out a threatening roar, but it could not stop Char¡¯s steps.


    As he drew closer, Char finally saw the appearance of the person hidden in the bushes by the Floral Blue Leopard.


    It was indeed an elf.


    [Freyja Golden Autumn (Severely Injured)]


    [Race]: Wood Elf


    [Level]: 5


    [Profession]: Forest Patrol Ranger (Elite¡¤Advancing)


    [Skills]: Forest Patrol Archery lv3, Natural Companion lv3, Trap Making lv2¡­


    [Introduction]: An outstanding Wood Elf Ranger, with the rare Floral Blue Leopard as her natural companion, which made her respected within her tribe, but that was about it¡ªon the continental scale, she was just an ordinary Wood Elf Ranger. However, she seemed to be in the midst of a professional advancement, which could possibly lead her to greater strength¡ªif she could survive¡­


    Char¡¯s gaze briefly swept over the elf named ¡°Freyja,¡± from her valiant yet lovely face, deep green hair, expression of pain, to the massive wound on her abdomen.


    ¡°Betty, do you know her?¡±


    Char did not immediately treat the elf but turned to look at Betty and asked.


    According to Betty, Green Rose Village was not far from here.


    Given the injured elf¡¯s presence here, it was likely she came from Green Rose Village.


    Of course, it was also possible she did not.


    Since Betty did not recognize the Floral Blue Leopard, it indicated that no elf ranger from Green Rose Village had managed to tame the beast.


    Betty had already flown into the bushes, buzzing around the elf¡¯s face, carefully examining her.


    After confirming the woman was not someone she knew, she quietly breathed a sigh of relief.


    But then, worried tension gripped Betty again, even though the woman was not someone familiar, she was still an elf.


    As a Flower Fairy who spent years in the company of elves, Betty naturally felt a good deal of fondness and kinship for all elves of the world¡ªexcept for Dark Elves.


    Seeing an elf in critical condition, how could she not be worried?


    ¡°I don¡¯t know her, Mr. Char. But could you please help her? Her injuries are so severe.¡±


    Char¡¯s gaze lingered again on the panels of the elf and the Floral Blue Leopard, especially on the line indicating their levels, before finally giving an order. sea??h th§× novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    ¡°Lady Tangling, give her some treatment. Betty, after Lady Tangling has cast ¡®Clover¡¯s Summer,¡¯ go ahead and perform ¡®aromatic healing¡¯ on the elf.¡±


    ¡°Okay!¡±


    Betty readily agreed.

 Chapter 66 - 19 Awakening in the Bedroom

    Chapter 66: Chapter 19 Awakening in the Bedroom


    Chapter 66: Chapter 19 Awakening in the Bedroom


    The Clover Mantis flew over silently, while the Lantern Firefly and the Star Worm took its place, continuing to keep an eye on the Floral Blue Leopard.


    Emerald green light, full of vitality, coalesced into shapes of clover leaves, initially covering only the wound on the Elf¡¯s belly, hiding the bloodstain. Then, it gradually spread and grew outward.


    It quickly enveloped the whole body of the Elf, who appeared to be sleeping amidst a bed of clover.


    The low growls of the Floral Blue Leopard subsided, as it certainly noticed the Clover Mantis was healing its master.


    When the clover leaves vanished, the female Elf¡¯s wound had mostly healed, leaving only a large bloodstain smeared on her leather armor.


    However, this Elf had clearly lost too much blood, and her face was very pale. Even after the Clover Mantis¡¯s healing, she had not immediately woken up.


    ¡°Clover Mantis, heal the Floral Blue Leopard as well,¡± said Char.


    Char spoke again.


    The Floral Blue Leopard had probably exhausted all its strength to heal its companion earlier, and it was very likely that it had used up the last bit of its strength to heal its master.


    Unfortunately, although the Floral Blue Leopard also had healing abilities, they were no match for those of the Clover Mantis¡ªit was just incomparable.


    Not to mention that the Floral Blue Leopard¡¯s Challenge Level was a notch below that of the Clover Mantis, the healing Skills of the two were not even on the same level.


    One is Level 1, the other Level 3, how can they be the same?


    However, the Floral Blue Leopard¡¯s efforts were not in vain. With the severity of the female Elf named Freyja¡¯s injuries, if it were not for the Floral Blue Leopard¡¯s desperate healing to keep her hanging on to life, she would not have lasted until she was found by him.


    A pink and a green light shone in the forest, with the Clover Mantis healing the Floral Blue Leopard on one side, and Betty casting ¡°aromatic healing¡± on the still unconscious Elf on the other.


    Watching the Floral Blue Leopard, whose wounds were rapidly healing and whose spirits were gradually returning under the nourishment of the clover leaves.


    Char stood by in silence, his mind whirring with calculations. Sear?h the N??eFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    If the Floral Blue Leopard had been stronger or if the Level of the Wood Elf Ranger had been higher, whether or not he would have intervened to save her was a different story.


    Although he was indeed in need of an Elf to help him learn the Elf Language and act as a translator to decipher the Magic Books and diaries left by the Winged Elf Mage.


    Moreover, given Elves¡¯ reputation, the probability of them repaying kindness with ingratitude and backstabbing their savior seemed very small.


    But a small probability is not none.


    What if?


    What if she turned out to be that one-in-a-million malicious Elf?


    If, after her wounds were healed, she turned around and struck him with a sword, wouldn¡¯t he be in danger?


    If the Floral Blue Leopard¡¯s Challenge Level had been over 5, or if the female Elf¡¯s Level had been over 6, a betrayal could put him in jeopardy.


    It would be like he had pushed himself into the abyss.


    He would not allow such a thing to happen; it would be too foolish and ridiculous.


    Shooting oneself in the foot, if it really happened, would be more painful than death.


    Now, the strength of the Floral Blue Leopard and Freyja was just right. The Floral Blue Leopard had a Challenge Level of 4, and the Elf¡¯s professional Level was 5. Both were weaker than the Clover Mantis, and together, they were no match for it either.


    In such a case, even if the worst happened, the Clover Mantis would still have his back.


    Under the treatment of the Clover Mantis, the Floral Blue Leopard had completely shut its mouth, no longer emitting any threatening purring sounds.


    Moreover, its condition was much better than that of its master, so after receiving the ¡°Clover¡¯s Summer¡± treatment, the Floral Blue Leopard¡¯s state visibly improved a great deal.


    It had even stood up during the ongoing treatment and regained its ability to move.


    Then Char¡¯s gaze hesitated for a moment as it moved back and forth between the Clover Mantis, the Lantern Firefly, and Freyja.


    Eventually, Char decided to take matters into his own hands by carrying the injured elf onto the Floral Blue Leopard¡¯s back, and then the Floral Blue Leopard would take them to the Garden Secret Realm.


    However, this action caused tension on both sides.


    When the Floral Blue Leopard saw him approaching the elf, even though it knew Char had no ill intent and had just treated it, it still instinctively became alert, and a low purring sound arose from its throat.


    But it was wise enough to just issue a low warning to express its stance, without truly attacking; otherwise, the Clover Mantis would teach it a lesson.


    And when Char got close to the Floral Blue Leopard, it was the turn of the Clover Mantis and the Lantern Fireflies to become anxious.


    Even though they were aware that the Floral Blue Leopard was unlikely to go mad and suddenly swipe at Char as he approached.


    But given that the Floral Blue Leopard was a Demon Beast with a Challenge Level of 4, at such a close distance, if it truly went mad suddenly, it would be very dangerous for Char, so they couldn¡¯t help but feel tense.


    The Clover Mantis and the Lantern Fireflies were both prepared to intervene at any moment, the Star Worm flew to Char¡¯s ear, and Betty anxiously warned the Floral Blue Leopard.


    ¡°Floral Blue Leopard, you must not harm Mr. Char.¡±


    The Floral Blue Leopard, in silence, allowed Char to place its master on its back, and even specifically lay down to make it easier for Char.


    The group took a detour on their way towards the Garden Secret Realm¡ªthe scope of the Land of Undead had already begun to encircle the Garden Secret Realm. If they took a straight path, they would inevitably pass through the Land of Undead, and Char, now being extremely cautious even about approaching, how could he possibly step directly into it?


    After bringing the elf back to the Garden Secret Realm, Char immediately laid the other party on the bed of the Winged Elf Mage.


    They were all elves, and though not of the same kind, they could still be considered kinsfolk. Presumably, the senior Winged Elf would not mind.


    ¡­


    Freyja was awakened by the pain in her abdomen, and the moment she opened her eyes, she saw the distinctly elven-style ceiling, the autumn sunlight slanting in through the window, and even felt a momentary confusion.


    For a fleeting moment, she thought she was dreaming.


    ¡°You¡¯re awake?¡±


    A clear voice pulled her back to reality.


    Instantly, Freyja¡¯s arm and finger muscles tensed up, and she instinctively reached for the dagger at her waist, thinking of turning over to rise, making a defensive stance with one hand holding the dagger and the other supporting on the ground¡ªthis was a natural response honed by countless training sessions and actual combat, as though etched into her muscles.


    But the next second, her muscles relaxed sharply.


    Because her reason told her that if the person speaking had any ill intent, she would not have woken up at all.


    The current situation clearly indicated that the other party had rescued her.


    Making a move against one¡¯s savior, assuming an attacking stance, would be immensely impolite.


    Freyja turned her head and saw a face that was young, handsome, and refined.

 Chapter 67 - 20 First Impressions Potential Partners

    Chapter 67: Chapter 20: First Impressions, Potential Partners


    Chapter 67: Chapter 20: First Impressions, Potential Partners


    Dark eyes, a rare black hair, and fair skin that seemed to take on a golden hue under the golden sunset, his ears were slightly more pointed than a human¡¯s, yet not as sharp as those of an elf.


    Sitting on a chair, he cradled a book in his hands, with a faint smile on his face.


    He appeared both approachable and somewhat mysterious.


    Elves were generally attractive, both males and females, and Freyja herself was very beautiful, having seen countless handsome men and gorgeous women since birth.


    Even so, she had to admit that the Half-Elf before her was outstanding among all the people she had ever seen. S§×arch* The N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    He was instantly memorable, not someone you would forget upon meeting, not lost among the many beautiful but forgettable faces.


    ¡°Hello, my name is Freyj¡­¡±


    Freyja was just about to speak, to show respect and gratitude to her lifesaver, but she was interrupted before she could finish.


    The Floral Blue Leopard that had been lying on the floor guarding Freyja immediately perked up at the sound from the bed. Seeing her awaken, it excitedly started licking Freyja¡¯s face like a delighted big cat, sticking out its tongue.


    Seeing her devoted companion, Freyja was also very pleased. She first sat up to affectionately stroke the Floral Blue Leopard¡¯s head before turning to Char with an apologetic look.


    ¡°I¡¯m sorry, the Floral Blue Leopard is a bit too enthusiastic; it was just overly concerned about me.¡±


    Afterwards, Freyja got out of bed and stood up.


    This movement pulled at her wounds, involuntarily causing her to grimace in pain, but Freyja persisted and performed a gratitude gesture unique to the Wood Elves to Char.


    ¡°My name is Freyja, Freyja Golden Autumn. Thank you for saving me, Mr. Half-Elf.¡±


    Char closed the book in his hands and stood up as well, as a polite gesture, then responded with a faint smile.


    ¡°Char Rain Season, just call me Char.¡±


    In that instant Freyja spoke, the last of Char¡¯s doubts had almost entirely vanished.


    He had always been keen at reading people, partly due to his talent and partly due to acquired experience.


    In his past life as one of the owners of a studio, he had dealt with all sorts of people along the way, having interviewed who knows how many job applicants.


    Having met so many people, he naturally developed a discerning eye.


    With only a brief interaction, he could generally tell what kind of person someone was.


    Of course, humans are complex, with many facets, and even he could not fully understand all of a person¡¯s thoughts.


    That would not be reading people, but fortune-telling!


    However, his general judgments were accurate.


    Just like now, as soon as Freyja spoke, combining her tone, demeanor, and movements, Char could assert that she was definitely not an ingrate who repaid kindness with malice.


    On the contrary, she seemed to have a very decent character.


    This made Char feel even better. He was about to speak when he suddenly heard a rumbling stomach.


    Freyja¡¯s face turned red all at once, swiftly dispersing the elite warrior aura that she radiated.


    Char imperceptibly smiled and then tried to ensure his voice betrayed no laughter as he said, ¡°There is food cooked in the kitchen, you can go eat whenever you¡¯d like.¡±


    Having said that, he headed towards the door. From a wooden cabinet beside him, a green plant suddenly moved, transforming into a green shadow that followed behind Char.


    It was a Clover Mantis!


    It had followed in when Char entered the room and sat down to ¡°watch over¡± her.


    Although the Floral Blue Leopard had also entered the bedroom, and the Clover Mantis didn¡¯t think it would suddenly go crazy and attack Char, it couldn¡¯t be completely at ease.


    Therefore, it stayed by Char¡¯s side without moving an inch, perching atop a wooden cabinet once inside the house, motionless as if it were but a serene green plant.


    ¡°Good, thank you.¡±


    Freyja¡¯s response was almost inaudible, like the whisper of a mosquito.


    On the other side, almost as soon as the door closed, the smile on Char¡¯s face disappeared, giving way to a contemplative expression.


    To bring Freyja back to the Garden Secret Realm was a result of his deep contemplation and weighing of pros and cons.


    Encountering a lone elf who was severely injured was definitely an urgent issue for him to resolve.


    It could be said that he was absolutely determined to keep Freyja with him, whether by force or by gentler means, to make her his subject.


    Bringing her back to the Garden Secret Realm to heal not only made it easier to gain her favor, but in case she wanted to leave or had any ill intentions, he could ensure that Freyja couldn¡¯t leave ¨C without Auson¡¯s permission, Freyja would not be able to exit the Garden Secret Realm.


    In short, whether Freyja was good or bad, whether she harbored good intentions or malicious ones, he had ensured that she wouldn¡¯t be able to divulge the existence of the Garden Secret Realm.


    Of course, it was better not to show one¡¯s hand unless absolutely necessary.


    Luckily, Freyja had given him a very good first impression, and he didn¡¯t think it would come to that extreme.


    With these thoughts, Char glanced again at the task panel.


    [Task Sixty-Eight]Injured Elf


    [Task Description]: While investigating the Land of Undead, you have encountered an injured elf. Saving this elf might bring you unexpected rewards.


    [Reward]: Praying Power ¡Á5


    [Task Sixty-Nine]A New Subject!


    [Task Description] An injured elf has appeared on your estate (What? You say you have no land? Where the castle stands is your land!). What are you waiting for, persuade her to join your estate and become your first true subject!


    [Reward]: A Wood Elf Ranger, a Floral Blue Leopard, Praying Power ¡Á25, unknown reward


    These two tasks had popped up only after Freyja awakened, and looking at the crowded task bar, with dozens of pages of text and task numbers reaching sixty-nine, Char¡¯s brows were slightly raised.


    This was the first time that the task bar displayed so many tasks at the same time; in the past, at most there were around a dozen tasks and, at its worst, it was empty with not a single one.


    Although Char had anticipated that the system would likely generate tasks upon encountering Freyja,


    such things are only secure when they are in the bag, like money.


    Now that the tasks were finally generated, Char breathed a sigh of relief.


    Even more pleasing for Char was that the task description provided a subtle hint.


    ¡°Might bring you unexpected rewards,¡± isn¡¯t the inclination clear?


    If Char wasn¡¯t completely confident about human nature, he was completely confident in the system, for it was akin to a rule-based strength.


    So far, the system¡¯s judgment had never been wrong.


    Since the system itself had directed him to save Freyja, he believed that Freyja would be more beneficial than detrimental to him.


    Besides, how could he ignore that the task provided him with five strands of Praying Power?


    Looking stingy, and hardly comparable to those tasks that casually offered ten, twenty, even fifty strands of Praying Power.


    But one must also consider the difficulty of the task itself.


    For Char, saving Freyja was a mere trifle, so for a task of this difficulty, a reward of five strands of Praying Power was already quite generous.

 Chapter 68 - 21 Repeating the Same Trick Preparations

    Chapter 68: Chapter 21: Repeating the Same Trick, Preparations Before Recruiting the Fifth Magic Pet


    Chapter 68: Chapter 21: Repeating the Same Trick, Preparations Before Recruiting the Fifth Magic Pet


    Effortlessly, he had acquired five strands of Praying Power.


    Char was quite satisfied, then his gaze moved downward.


    The sixty-ninth task would reward him with twenty-five strands of Praying Power, which was not bad either.


    However, the rewards of the Wood Elf Ranger and the Floral Blue Leopard seemed rather cunning by the system, successfully indicating that Freyja joining meant he would already receive a Wood Elf Ranger and a Floral Blue Leopard. Did he still need the system¡¯s reward?


    But previously, Char had already sensed that the system was somewhat generous at his expense.


    Like the task ¡°Magic! Magic!¡± which rewarded a Summoning Sub-elemental Creatures Scroll.


    The legacy of the Winged Elf Mage included several Magic Scrolls already; did he still need the system to reward him?


    Furthermore, the ¡°Inherit Legacy¡± task included a Rare Profession in its rewards.


    This must be the profession of the Winged Elf Mage¡ªonce he fully assimilated the legacy, he probably could choose to switch to this Rare Profession, which couldn¡¯t really be considered a system¡¯s reward.


    Then there was the unknown reward¡ªwhat could it be? This was the first time such a reward had appeared in the system.


    ¡°Chirp¡ªchirp¡ª¡±


    A pleasant yet still immature bird call interrupted Char¡¯s thoughts.


    He looked up and saw a chubby, pudgy blue-green figure flying down from the windowsill, flapping its way toward him.


    Barely making it in front of him, it suddenly faltered and fell, but fortunately, Char was quick to catch it¡ªit was the Rain Sound Kingfisher.


    Although it had just joined the ¡°Castle¡± less than two days ago, feeding on Energy Essence for two days had greatly accelerated the Rain Sound Kingfisher¡¯s growth.


    The juvenile stage is the fastest growth phase for Demon Beasts, aside from a few powerful Demon Beasts like giant dragons; most Demon Beasts¡¯ juvenile phases are not long, and the weaker the Demon Beast, the shorter its juvenile phase.


    This is the result of natural selection.


    If you are inherently weak and also have a lengthy juvenile phase, how can you continue to propagate?


    You would have gone extinct long ago!


    Moreover, the Rain Sound Kingfisher wasn¡¯t just born. When it encountered that terrifying thunderstorm, it had already been raised by its parents for some time, with increasingly fuller feathers.


    Thus, over two days, the Rain Sound Kingfisher was already able to fly clumsily for short periods.


    After being caught by Char, the Rain Sound Kingfisher chirped joyfully and then affectionately rubbed its head against Char¡¯s palm.


    The furry touch made Char¡¯s palm itch and his heart felt a little itchy as well, very soft.


    Betty also flew in, worried while flying.


    ¡°Fly slower, be careful!¡±


    She wanted the Rain Sound Kingfisher to become her animal companion, so she was very attentive to it these past two days.


    Seeing Betty flying over, the Rain Sound Kingfisher immediately rubbed its head against her, acting spoil.


    Char couldn¡¯t help but smile.


    In fact, he hadn¡¯t really paid much attention to the Rain Sound Kingfisher.


    He had been busy the last two days, hardly seeing the Rain Sound Kingfisher, and during the day even left only the Lotus Leaf Frog and Wind Winged Horse to take care of it. S§×ar?h the n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Speaking of care, the Wind Winged Horse was rather aloof and, aside from being somewhat friendly toward Char and the fairies Betty and Auson, it was indifferent to others and mostly minded its own business grazing, rarely concerned with other matters.


    In contrast, the Lotus Leaf Frog was much more warm-hearted, but it was slow and sluggish, three beats behind; expecting it to take care of someone was really asking too much.


    Thus, in the mornings, the Rain Sound Kingfisher was essentially taking care of itself.


    However, the little fellow was very clever and sensitive, showing no complaints whatsoever; instead, it was warm and affectionate toward everyone, even with a hint of trying to please.


    Especially toward Char!


    The Rain Sound Kingfisher seemed very aware of who the true master was, so even though Char was the coldest towards it in the house, its enthusiasm was unabated, even showing the most warmth and eagerness to please toward Char.


    ¡°All right, you can continue playing with Betty.¡±


    Char patted the Rain Sound Kingfisher a few times before speaking.


    The Rain Sound Kingfisher obediently hopped away.


    Char walked out of the cabin and returned to the cart, then entered the Prayer House.


    Above the altar¡¯s slab, approximately seventy strands of Praying Power emitted a brilliant golden glow, bathing the entire Prayer House in a magnificent, sacred light.


    When Char settled the sixty-eighth task, another five strands of Praying Power were generated, propelling the total in the Prayer House to eighty strands!


    When he decided to use the Prayer Crystal to recruit his fifth Magic Pet, he absolutely didn¡¯t expect to gather a hundred strands of Praying Power so quickly, not even needing the fifty strands rewarded from completing the first Upgrade Task.


    One can only say, it¡¯s indeed a major event task!


    Although perilous, the profits are also high.


    In just a short time, he had accumulated around eighty strands, not far from a hundred.


    Char decided it was time to prepare for the recruitment of the fifth Demon Beast¡ªhe had to capture the Demon Beast of his liking!


    ¡­


    In the second car of the carriage, Char planted the last colorful scale grass, then wiped his sweat and stood up.


    ¡°Betty, these colorful scale grasses will be in your care from now on.¡±


    ¡°Yes, Mr. Char!¡±


    Betty was full of enthusiasm.


    He had Betty and Auson help locate and identify these colorful scale grasses while mapping the extent of the Land of Death that morning, as he planned to expand the breeding of Peacock Mountain Quails, and colorful scale grass seeds were essential.


    Reliance on wild foraging was too troublesome; it was better to grow his own.


    After finishing this, he took the Clover Mantis, Lantern Firefly, and Auson out with him.


    Seeing that recruiting the fifth Magic Pet was imminent, he was filled with energy, not wanting to waste a moment, thinking about quickly gathering the remaining strands of Praying Power and capturing some backup Magic Pets as well.


    Previously, when he couldn¡¯t exploit the system, there were so many ordinary animals around the carriage, and the system didn¡¯t want to use the Prayer Light on the animals he had prepared in advance, so he could only stare blankly.


    Now it was different.


    He couldn¡¯t control the number of ordinary animals, but he could certainly limit the number of Demon Beasts, like the method used when recruiting the Lotus Leaf Frog, which might be feasible.


    The system surely couldn¡¯t recruit from ten or twenty kilometers away, right?


    Hopefully¡­ not?


    Toward the end, Char also felt somewhat uncertain.


    ¡­


    The silver moon cast a clear light, covering the mountains and forests in a layer of silver.


    Char walked through the woods, accompanied by the Clover Mantis, Lantern Firefly, and Auson.


    To be safe, he hadn¡¯t brought along Betty or the Star Worm.


    It turned out, his caution was justified.


    At night, the Undead were significantly more active than during the day and had a larger range of movement, so much so that he and the Clover Mantis had startled the Undead as soon as they left the Garden Secret Realm.


    Luckily, they were all quite fast and after a bout of frantic running, the disturbance of the Undead calmed down.


    If Betty and the Star Worm had been there, the situation might have been troublesome.


    Owing to the Half-Elf¡¯s decent night vision, along with the enhancement from the ¡°Natural Seal,¡± Char¡¯s vision at night, although not exactly like during the day, was quite good, enabling him to see long distances. Coupled with his hearing and smell, his Perception ability was nearly as good at night as during the day, allowing him to walk through the forest with ease.

 Chapter 69 - 22 Night Helmeted Owl Fierce Poison Rat

    Chapter 69: Chapter 22 Night Helmeted Owl, Fierce Poison Rat


    Chapter 69: Chapter 22 Night Helmeted Owl, Fierce Poison Rat


    The silver moon shone brightly, accompanied by the whistling of the forest wind.


    In Lantern Firefly¡¯s hand was an owl-like Demon Beast, one of Char¡¯s captures for the night. Of course, the other harvest was the Praying Power gained from slaying the Undead.


    The owl had first been injured and then knocked unconscious.


    Knocking it out was necessary; the Demon Beast¡¯s destructive power was too strong. If it were not knocked unconscious, it could become aggressive at any moment, making it hard to control.


    Even though it was knocked out, Char did not let his guard down and chose the always reliable Lantern Firefly to hold onto it. Whenever there were signs of the owl Demon Beast waking up, they would hit it again.


    This owl-form Demon Beast, known as the Night Helmeted Owl, was a level 2 challenge Demon Beast, larger than the Clover Mantis with feathers as black as night, glistening with a metallic sheen. It flew almost silently at night, like a silent assassin.


    The Night Helmeted Owl was one of the most feared natural predators for various small creatures that live and forage at night. Once targeted by a Night Helmeted Owl, survival was nearly impossible unless one was stronger than it, like the Clover Mantis or Lantern Firefly.


    Once the Night Helmeted Owl begins its hunt, it almost never fails, making it highly effective at predation.


    Its feathers not only looked metallic but were as durable as metal, yet they were not as heavy, providing the Night Helmeted Owl with excellent protection.


    Besides its physical defense, the Night Helmeted Owl also possessed unique defense skills that could form a layer of armor resembling the night sky around its body once activated.


    This was also the origin of the Night Helmeted Owl¡¯s name.


    The Clover Mantis first spotted this Night Helmeted Owl as it hid in its tree hollow. Unexpectedly, the Clover Mantis happened to pass by its cave.


    Although the tree hollow was well-hidden, and the Night Helmeted Owl was even better concealed within, the Clover Mantis still managed to spot it from such a close distance.


    After a brief skirmish, the Clover Mantis pierced through the night-colored armor of the Night Helmeted Owl, injuring its wing and then knocking it out unconscious.


    For ordinary animals and weaker Demon Beasts, the Night Helmeted Owl was a silent nighttime killer, but to the Clover Mantis, it was merely a slightly threatening opponent.


    The two were vastly different in strength; the Night Helmeted Owl could barely make any impact in front of the Clover Mantis unless it had discovered and avoided the Clover Mantis early on.


    Apart from the Night Helmeted Owl, Char¡¯s basket also held another Demon Beast.


    However, unlike the Night Helmeted Owl, this Demon Beast was already dead.


    It was a rat-type Demon Beast named ¡°Fierce Poison Rat,¡± about the size of a lamb, robust and sturdy, with coarse and hard brown-black fur that was quite prickly, capable of releasing a painfully venomous bite.


    Though the Fierce Poison Rat looked fierce and venomous, its challenge level was not high, only reaching level 1. Other than its venomous nature, its combat ability was slightly inferior to that of the Green Skull Ghost Spider.


    Char directly had the Clover Mantis kill it, planning to take it back to upgrade the Star Worm.


    Because the Fierce Poison Rat was no longer a part of his planned lineup.


    He had ideas for the fifth Magic Pet.


    First and foremost, no more bugs!


    Of the existing four Magic Pets, three were bugs. Although there were innate limitations¡ªthe Magic Pets summoned with Prayer Fragments could only transform from various weak creatures, and the forest was filled with a myriad of bugs¡ªhaving three out of four was still too high a proportion.


    Second, nothing ugly. S§×ar?h the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Having the choice, why not make things more pleasant for oneself? Why bother with dissatisfaction?


    The Fierce Poison Rat, not fitting his aesthetic in the first place and unlikely to look good even after transformation, was naturally not his choice.


    Lastly, it would be best to supplement what is currently lacking in his team.


    Now his team had both damage dealers and healers, capable of both ranged and melee attacks, unafraid of aerial or ground battles.


    It could be said that the basic framework of the team had already been established.


    But crucially, they were still missing a tank.


    His current team lacked a character with high defense and bulk who could withstand furious offenses from enemies, hold the line, and allow others to carry out their attacks with ease.


    Despite seeming to have it easy since acquiring the Clover Mantis, even when they were previously pursued by the Undead, they hadn¡¯t faced much pressure.


    But that was because they hadn¡¯t met a truly formidable and tough opponent¡ªonce a large, brutish enemy appeared, the small stature of the Clover Mantis simply couldn¡¯t stop them.


    The enemy would crush everything in their path and send him soaring with a single strike.


    Therefore, recruiting a bulky tank was essential.


    However, if they couldn¡¯t recruit one, securing a magic pet of a mount type with sufficient speed would also be beneficial.


    In cases of danger, without a tank to protect himself, Char could still ride the mount to escape.


    Although the Wind Winged Horse could serve as a mount, it was ultimately part of a carriage, and additionally, the level of a Wind Winged Horse was a bit low; even at full speed, it was uncertain who would be faster.


    If the speed wasn¡¯t fast enough, how could it carry him to escape?


    Char¡¯s ideal magic beast would be a leopard or a wolf, like the Floral Blue Leopard, which would provide both mount and combat capabilities if successfully acquired.


    Even a deer would do, though it might be slightly less effective in combat, it could potentially bring surprises in support.


    Lastly, the attribute¡ªideally, the attribute of the new magic pet should differ from those of the existing ones.


    The Night Helmeted Owl wasn¡¯t his ideal choice, but it was still acceptable; capable of activating the Black Night Armor, though not bulky or large enough to provide sufficient safety, it still qualified as a defense type beast, right?


    Besides, it was a bird.


    Although the Clover Mantis, Lantern Firefly, and Star Worm could all fly, in terms of flying ability, they definitely couldn¡¯t match the Night Helmeted Owl, a bird class (at the same level); like the Clover Mantis and the others, they simply couldn¡¯t fly too high.


    Just then, Char suddenly noticed that the trees in front of him began to move, as if turning into ghostly figures, lunging at him with fangs bared and claws extended.


    This is¡ª


    He was startled, instinctively bending his bow to prepare for a rapid shot.


    But his shock didn¡¯t subside.


    Too close!


    At such a close distance, the bow and arrow were hardly effective.


    More crucially, with the perception capabilities of him and the Clover Mantis, it was hugely illogical that they only noticed the anomaly so late!


    What on earth were these ghostly things?


    Char internally screamed, scanning the trees that had suddenly turned into ghostly shapes, but no information was displayed.


    Not only did Char react, but the Clover Mantis and Lantern Firefly also sprang into action.


    Green Arrows pierced through the air, the Green Blade slashed, and Streaming Fire shot forth, each unleashing their power; Auson then quickly burrowed into the ground, only half of his mushroom cap visible, with his eyes almost touching the ground, observing the situation above.

 Chapter 70 - 23 Night Charm Ghost Flying Lizard

    Chapter 70: Chapter 23: Night Charm, Ghost Flying Lizard


    Chapter 70: Chapter 23: Night Charm, Ghost Flying Lizard


    Different attacks fell on the suddenly ghoul-transformed trees, but none had any effect on the attacking Tree Ghosts.


    Just then, the Clover Mantis sensed something.


    It suddenly turned around and, without any warning, launched an attack on Lantern Firefly¡¯s side.


    The Clover Mantis directly unleashed its ultimate skill, as numerous emerald leaves appeared around it. With a swift chop of its hand blade toward the direction of Lantern Firefly!


    Like a tornado, countless green leaves formed a storm, flying towards Lantern Firefly.


    This sudden change not only surprised the enemy but also Char and Lantern Firefly; had they not had absolute trust in the Clover Mantis, they might have thought it was attacking Lantern Firefly.


    In mid-air, suddenly a ghostly blue flame appeared, fiercely spouting towards the Green Leaf Storm.


    As both collided, under the night sky, within the forest, it was as if a ghostly blue orchid had bloomed.


    Emerald light shimmered, and soon the Green Leaf Storm overpowered the Ghost Orchid, gaining the upper hand!


    At that moment, Char, Auson, and Lantern Firefly were all surprised to discover that the Tree Ghosts clawing and lunging around them had suddenly vanished, and the forest returned to normal in an instant.


    The moonlight was cold and clear, the mountain forest silent and solitary.


    The only difference from before the occurrence was the addition of a creature at the scene.


    That creature, midair and currently clashing with the Clover Mantis, was spewing ghostly blue flames from its mouth, desperately resisting the oncoming Green Leaf Storm.


    This ghostly blue breath was clearly potent, but it struggled against the butterfly swarm-like Green Leaf Storm that constantly fluttered towards it, steadily retreating.


    Obviously, compared to this mysterious assailant, the Clover Mantis was the stronger one!


    ¡®Was that just now¡ªan illusion?¡¯


    Char¡¯s gaze landed on the enemy, pondering internally.


    As the focus of his gaze intensified, panel text automatically emerged.


    [Ghost Flying Lizard] S~ea??h the n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    [Skills]: Ghost Orchid Breath (Level 3), Ghost Servant (Level 3), Netherworld Descent (Level 2), Night Charm (Level 2)


    [Challenge Level]: 4


    [Introduction]: Ghost Flying Lizards are mysterious creatures of the night, rumored to be born from the Netherworld and feed on ghosts and spirits. They are favored pets of powerful undead creatures. Few have ever seen a Ghost Flying Lizard; by day, they seldom appear, but at night, they blend entirely into the darkness. In addition, Ghost Flying Lizards can spew a breath like a ghostly blue orchid. It is said that they carry a trace of giant dragon bloodline.


    The creature before them bore some resemblance to the Red-eyed Eagle Lizard, a top-tier Magic Pet of the pet circle known as ¡°King of Sudden Death¡± from Char¡¯s previous life.


    Red-eyed Eagle Lizards gained fame for their resemblance to the giant dragons of Western legend and also earned the nickname ¡°King of Sudden Death¡± due to their notorious difficulty to keep alive, often dying suddenly.


    The Ghost Flying Lizard in front of them had a striking resemblance to the Red-eyed Eagle Lizard in form.


    However, compared to the Red-eyed Eagle Lizard, Ghost Flying Lizards were much larger in size, and their scales were a deeper and more uniform shade of black, merging nearly indistinguishably with the night.


    Additionally, the vibrant coloration around the Ghost Flying Lizard¡¯s eyes, making them appear several times larger, was not orange-red, but violet.


    Moreover, unlike the Red-eyed Eagle Lizard, the Ghost Flying Lizard had an extra pair of wings on its back, which enabled it to fly in the air.


    But it was these differences that made the Ghost Flying Lizard resemble a giant dragon even more than the Red-eyed Eagle Lizard.


    Compared to lizards, the Ghost Flying Lizard resembled a small flying dragon more closely.


    After two or three seconds, ¡°Ghost Orchid Breath¡± was no match for the ¡°Green Leaf Storm,¡± becoming smaller and smaller, about to be overwhelmed. Once the breath was dispersed, the Ghost Flying Lizard was going to suffer the violent cuts of countless flying leaves¡­


    But at that moment, the severely battered Ghost Flying Lizard suddenly spurted a cluster of energy that resembled soul jade from its mouth, followed by countless ghosts flying out from it. The soul jade rapidly turned into dozens of ghosts, howling toward the Green Leaf Storm.


    A chilling ghostly wind rushed in their faces.


    Char could not help but reveal an expression of both shock and joy.


    What shocked him was that the Ghost Flying Lizard had obviously tried to launch a sneak attack on Lantern Firefly, attempting to snatch away the Night Helmeted Owl, and might even have considered the Lantern Firefly as a target for predation.


    After all, its Challenge Level had reached Level 4, which was higher than that of Lantern Firefly, and from a species standpoint, insects were indeed food for lizards.


    Thinking back to how Lantern Firefly would have been captured and turned into food in the Ghost Flying Lizard¡¯s mouth if Clover Mantis hadn¡¯t reacted quickly enough, Char was filled with both shock and anger.


    His four Magic Pets, including two fairies, were all considered by Char as companions and even family; he could not accept the loss of any one of them.


    If Lantern Firefly had been lost just now, even if he had torn the Ghost Flying Lizard to pieces afterward, it would not have soothed the hatred in his heart.


    What delighted him was that Lantern Firefly had emerged unscathed in the end, and the Ghost Flying Lizard in front of him, although not part of the original candidates he had considered for Magic Pets, had too many outstanding qualities.


    It was a complete surprise, forcefully making its way into the list of candidates, with an eye-catching and impressive presence.


    Almost the moment the panel appeared, Char decided that he had to capture it, to make it a candidate for the fifth Magic Pet!


    ¡°Clover Mantis! Capture it alive for me!¡±


    Char immediately gave the order, while signaling for Lantern Firefly to quickly fly back to his side.


    ¡°Lantern Firefly, come back!¡±


    Lantern Firefly was far less powerful than the Ghost Flying Lizard and was suited for distant support. If it got mixed up in the fight, it could easily be gravely injured by the Ghost Flying Lizard with a single blow. It was better not to trouble Clover Mantis.


    The same went for Char himself.


    Lantern Firefly rapidly approached Char while swinging its lantern. ¡°Red Glow¡± was activated in an instant, and the bright red flames immediately flew like a string of fireballs towards the Ghost Flying Lizard.


    Meanwhile, having just barely blocked the ¡°Green Leaf Storm¡± with a successive use of ¡°Ghost Orchid Breath¡± and ¡°Ghost Servant,¡± the Ghost Flying Lizard still failed to make its escape.


    Because Clover Mantis soon charged at it, brandishing the ¡°Emerald Light Blade.¡± Quite enraged by the Ghost Flying Lizard¡¯s sneak attack, Clover Mantis struck with more ferocity and cold cruelty than usual.


    The Ghost Flying Lizard tried to dodge but failed to shake off Clover Mantis, instead sustaining a slash wound.


    At that moment, the Red Glow reached them.


    The ghosts swirling around the Ghost Flying Lizard struck again, blocking the Red Glow.


    But then, the green blade light attacked once more, and in the darkness, an arrow tipped with a green gleam flew toward them.


    In the coordinated efforts of one person and two pets, the Ghost Flying Lizard found itself overwhelmed on all sides. Despite launching another ¡°Night Charm¡± to completely blend into the night and gaining a significant boost in speed, it still couldn¡¯t shake off Clover Mantis.


    Eventually, after a fierce battle, Clover Mantis flung the Ghost Flying Lizard towards the ground. Before the Ghost Flying Lizard could struggle to fly again, Clover Mantis flashed lightning-fast to its side, mercilessly piercing the Ghost Flying Lizard¡¯s wings with the Emerald Light Blade.


    The Ghost Flying Lizard emitted a pained cry, but before the cry could end, Clover Mantis cruelly grasped its head with a foot and furiously slammed it into the ground.

 Chapter 71 - 24 Capturing the Ghost Flying Lizard Cabin

    Chapter 71: Chapter 24 Capturing the Ghost Flying Lizard! Cabin Breakfast!


    Chapter 71: Chapter 24 Capturing the Ghost Flying Lizard! Cabin Breakfast!


    Once!


    Twice!


    Thrice!


    ¡­


    In the midst of the violent impacts, the Ghost Flying Lizard¡¯s cries of pain abruptly ceased.


    The Clover Mantis didn¡¯t even give it a moment to breathe, repeatedly grabbing the Ghost Flying Lizard¡¯s head and fiercely smashing it into the ground, ruthlessly, without mercy, as if intending to kill it on the spot.


    Only after the Ghost Flying Lizard was completely unconscious did the Clover Mantis stop, releasing its feet and landing to the side.


    By then, the Ghost Flying Lizard¡¯s head was deeply embedded in the ground.


    Such brutal and swift movements not only scared Auson nearly completely into the soil, leaving just a little red sharp tip visible above the ground.


    Even Lantern Firefly became somewhat more cautious, for fear of offending the Clover Mantis in any way.


    Char withdrew his astonished gaze.


    ¡°Clover Mantis, bring the Ghost Flying Lizard, let¡¯s return to the Garden Secret Realm!¡±


    Char glanced at the sky, noticing the break of dawn, and thus spoke to the Clover Mantis.


    Actually, he had planned to go back earlier, but since undead are more active at night, returning at midnight might have disturbed them again, so he waited a bit longer and continued to roam the forest.


    Now, with the dawn approaching and having successively captured the Night Helmeted Owl and the Ghost Flying Lizard, it was time to head home.


    The strength of the Ghost Flying Lizard was much greater than that of the Night Helmeted Owl, and simply knocking it unconscious through physical force wouldn¡¯t last long, so Char intended to go back and ask Freyja to see if she had a way to keep the Ghost Flying Lizard under control for an extended period.


    ¡­


    The Green Vine Wall slowly opened, and as Char and his companions swiftly slipped inside, the vines quickly closed behind them.


    By this time, the sky was completely bright, the morning sun in the mountains seemed to be diffused with countless particles of gold dust, resplendent and yet cool.


    Char hadn¡¯t even walked into the wooden house when he smelled the scent of food, his eyebrows raised slightly, his expression a bit surprised, but he quickly masked the flicker of emotion on his face.


    Stepping into the wooden house, he saw that breakfast was already laid out on the table.


    The breakfast looked light, but the presentation showed a carefully crafted elegance, clean and beautiful, very much in line with Char¡¯s impression of elves.


    What surprised Char was that it included several types of meat.


    Seeing Char enter, Freyja, still busy in the kitchen, became somewhat flustered.


    She instinctively wanted to greet him, to say something like ¡°You¡¯re back?¡± but felt that the words were too intimate and swallowed them back, resulting in an awkward silence.


    Char¡¯s gaze lingered for a second on Freyja¡¯s face, which had turned a bit more pale, and on the wound that had begun to seep blood again, feeling as if something was flowing through his heart.


    ¡°Clover Mantis, treat Freyja¡¯s wounds once more,¡± he said, turning his head toward the Clover Mantis.


    The Clover Mantis immediately dropped the Ghost Flying Lizard, flew in front of Freyja, gestured to her not to worry, and then activated ¡°Clover¡¯s Summer.¡±


    Freyja originally wanted to say that she had passed the most dangerous stage, and that she could rely on her own recovery for the remaining injuries, without bothering the Clover Mantis to waste magic power, yet her attention was drawn away by the Ghost Flying Lizard.


    ¡°Is that¡­ a Ghost Flying Lizard?¡±


    ¡°Do you recognize it?¡±


    Freyja nodded, and at that moment, patches of clovers began to coalesce around her abdomen.


    ¡°Ghost Flying Lizards are very terrifying creatures. They can enslave ghosts as their servants, though only the lowest-level ghosts. They cannot enslave higher-level ghosts.¡±


    ¡°Aside from that, they possess strong concealment abilities, are fast, and can launch illusion attacks. They appear and disappear like ghosts in the night, which is very dangerous,¡±


    ¡°In our Elf Tribe, the Ghost Flying Lizard is one of the most dangerous Demon Beasts to watch out for. Some Ghost Flying Lizards even sneak into the village at night to hunt Elves. Nearly every Elf Village has had incidents of Ghost Flying Lizards killing someone in its history.¡±


    Seeing Char¡¯s complexion change slightly, Freyja realized her words and added an explanation.


    ¡°However, this is because Elves have longer lifespans and our villages have a long history. If it were a human settlement, it¡¯s likely they wouldn¡¯t encounter a Ghost Flying Lizard from their establishment to their demise.¡±


    ¡°After all, Ghost Flying Lizards are extremely rare, even rarer than the Floral Blue Leopard.¡±


    As Freyja spoke, she petted the head of the Floral Blue Leopard, which acted like a docile big cat by her side.


    While talking, Freyja also took a careful look at the Ghost Flying Lizard, which looked somewhat pitiable and remained unconscious.


    ¡°This Ghost Flying Lizard doesn¡¯t seem fully grown. If it were fully mature, its strength would be greater than it is now.¡±


    After listening to Freyja¡¯s detailed introduction, Char couldn¡¯t help nodding, then asked, ¡°Freyja, can you make a potion that will keep the Ghost Flying Lizard asleep for a day or two?¡±


    At his words, Freyja seemed surprised, but she didn¡¯t ask further and simply nodded, responding confidently, ¡°Yes, I can create a Sleeping Potion that will keep the Ghost Flying Lizard asleep for an extended period of time. As for the ingredients, I¡¯ve previously strolled through the garden, and we can find them there.¡±


    ¡®Excellent!¡¯ Char thought to himself.


    He had said they needed more partners.


    With more partners, many things that were previously troublesome or even unsolvable become easy.


    ¡°Then could you please make some for both the Ghost Flying Lizard and the Night Helmeted Owl. Is this the breakfast you made? It looks delicious.¡±


    Freyja seemed a bit embarrassed.


    ¡°I hope it suits your taste.¡±


    At that moment, a small voice interrupted their conversation.


    ¡°Mr. Char, Auson, Lady Tangling, and that annoying Lantern Firefly, have you all come back?¡±


    It was Betty.


    Betty, who always enjoyed sleeping in, was almost fully rested and was woken up by the noise of Char and the others returning. So, she simply got out of bed and flew into the wooden house¡ªalthough she had moved into the Garden Secret Realm, she still preferred to sleep in the comfort of her small bed inside the carriage.


    ¡°Yes.¡±


    ¡°Betty, come and eat.¡±


    Char, calling for Betty to sit down, got up to take some Life Energy and distributed a portion to each Magic Pet and the two fairies.


    ¡°This is Energy Essence, beneficial for Magic Pets and fairies, but it¡¯s not much use to us. However, if you¡¯d like to try some, you can. Would you like to have a taste?¡±


    Seeing Freyja¡¯s gaze on the Energy Essence, Char explained.


    This wasn¡¯t him being stingy or using excuses to deceive Freyja, he had genuinely tested the Energy Essence himself.


    After all, if Energy Essence could accelerate the growth of Magic Pets, could it possibly speed up the increase in his own strength?


    Unfortunately, after consuming some Energy Essence, he found it had no effect on him, so he had to abandon the idea of taking any shortcuts.


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    Freyja hurriedly waved her hand.


    The Star Worm, Lantern Firefly, Betty, and others gathered at the table, happily indulging in breakfast.

 Chapter 72 - 25 Shark Lizard Beast External Situation

    Chapter 72: Chapter 25: Shark Lizard Beast, External Situation (First Update! Request for First Subscriptions!)


    Chapter 72: Chapter 25: Shark Lizard Beast, External Situation (First Update! Request for First Subscriptions!)


    Freyja ate her breakfast in small bites, her gaze fixed on the harmonious scene unfolding before her, feeling nothing short of wonder.


    Elves were quite favored by animals, and many had animal companions¡ªsome for battle, others for companionship in daily life and labor, and still others purely as pets.


    These included not just ordinary animals but Demon Beasts as well, such as her own Floral Blue Leopard. Besides the Floral Blue Leopard, she had several other animal companions, but she hadn¡¯t brought them with her when she left the tribe.


    Even so, she had never seen anyone with so many Demon Beast companions, which even included two fairies.


    Even among the Elf Clan, those who were favored by fairies were very few.


    To Freyja, this scene was truly incredible.


    Therefore, despite being an introvert at heart, she couldn¡¯t help but glance several times at Char, Betty, Star Worm, and the others.


    After breakfast, Freyja naturally thought to get up and wash the dishes, but Char took over the task without a word.


    The man was injured, and the fact that he had silently made breakfast for her with his grievous wounds was already surprising and touching. If he were at home, he would never have allowed Freyja to do such a thing.


    Now, he definitely couldn¡¯t stand by and watch Freyja wash the dishes after she had prepared breakfast.


    He couldn¡¯t do something so lacking in empathy.


    Although when he decided to bring Freyja back to the Garden Secret Realm, he was somewhat distrustful, guarding against her in his heart.


    But that was because the secrets of the Garden Secret Realm and the Prayer Altar were too significant, especially the latter. If revealed before he had sufficient strength, it would bring fatal danger upon him.


    In the face of such serious consequences, he had to be cautious.


    This was his safety bumper for the ¡°extreme case¡± that Freyja might be an elf of poor character.


    If Freyja was a decent person and a normal elf,


    then he certainly wouldn¡¯t harm her, and all signs indicated that Freyja was indeed a normal elf, even better in character than most.


    Under such circumstances, Char naturally was very polite. After all, to recruit talent, one must first be sincere, show concern, and treat the other as a friend.


    So, he didn¡¯t act as a hands-off manager, and instead of throwing the task of potion preparation onto Freyja, he persuaded her to teach him instead.


    Char did as Freyja instructed and never let her lift a finger unless necessary, to avoid aggravating her injuries.


    As a Wood Elf Ranger, Freyja was a master of Herbalism. Whether it was preparing poisons, wound medicines, or various other potions, it was all effortless for her.


    Under Freyja¡¯s guidance, Char quickly prepared the potions and then, following her advice, administered the appropriate doses to the Ghost Flying Lizard and the Night Helmeted Owl.


    During this process, Char used casual conversation to finally understand why Freyja was injured and why she was here.


    She came from a rather large Elf Tribe, a small Elf Town with a population much larger than Betty¡¯s Green Rose Village, numbering in the thousands.


    Freyja was among the more outstanding of the younger generation in the town, her potential noted and admired by many.


    Of course, this information was deduced by Char from Freyja¡¯s words¡ªFreyja wasn¡¯t the type to boast, and she wouldn¡¯t proclaim her own potential or how well-regarded she was.


    This time, she was out on an excursion to train herself, but unexpectedly, she ran into an attack by a Shark Lizard Beast.


    The Shark Lizard Beast is a huge predator, volatile and greedy, fearing no creature regardless of their number or strength, launching attacks without hesitation, and dominating wherever it resides.


    They possess heads akin to sharks and bodies like giant lizards, their skin a pale blue and thick, appearing as if encased in a layer of solid steel armor. Even without the use of skills, their sheer physical strength endows the Shark Lizard Beast with immense destructive power.


    Freyja and the Floral Blue Leopard had narrowly escaped death at the hands of the Shark Lizard Beast. The wound on her abdomen was inflicted by it, and had she not fortuitously encountered Char, she most likely would have met the Moonlight Goddess Bai Ying, whom she worshipped.


    When Char heard that Freyja had narrowly escaped death from the Shark Lizard Beast, he showed no sign on his face, but his heart skipped a beat.


    Because he only heard the story from Freyja and did not witness it himself, with no system display, he could not determine the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s Challenge Level. However, based on his understanding, it was likely higher than that of the Clover Mantis.


    If Freyja and the Floral Blue Leopard had managed to escape from the Shark Lizard Beast, it meant that the strength of this duo was definitely greater than the level they had shown, otherwise, they couldn¡¯t have done it.


    In other words, Freyja must possess some unknown trump card.


    With that in mind, his previous actions seemed a bit rash. Considering the trump card, Freyja¡¯s combat ability might exceed that of the Clover Mantis. If she had harbored malicious intent¡­


    Then his previous actions would be tantamount to inviting the wolf into his house.


    Fortunately, Freyja was not a villain, or rather, an evil elf.


    Immediately after, Char asked a series of questions, such as where was the Shark Lizard Beast now? Was it safe for them to continue staying here?


    The Shark Lizard Beast is a very greedy and ferocious Demon Beast with no fixed lair, typically hunting within a territory not exceeding thirty kilometers.


    Their only standard for a territory is food, treating every moving thing as food, including other predators and their kin. Only after consuming all the food within its territory does the Shark Lizard Beast migrate.


    Indeed, the Shark Lizard Beast is a cannibalistic Demon Beast.


    Only during the mating season could one see many Shark Lizard Beasts congregating together. Yet even in this large-scale gathering with reproduction as its purpose, violence and gore were rampant.


    After a bloody dance of sharp teeth and claws, the gathering usually ended with the death and consumption of the males, leaving only the victor to relish the spoils of victory.


    If there was a Shark Lizard Beast nearby, Char would have to consider whether it was time to leave.


    In his view, the threat posed by the Shark Lizard Beast was even greater than that of the Undead, whose range of activity was confined.


    Thankfully, Freyja said that the place where she encountered the Shark Lizard Beast was very far from here. They had fled for a long distance before reaching this spot, far beyond thirty kilometers.


    Considering the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s habits, it was unlikely to relentlessly pursue a prey for dozens of kilometers, especially if the prey was a Wood Elf¡ªthe Shark Lizard Beast did not favor the flesh of Dwarves or Elves, as it did not suit their taste. However, they often only realize what their prey was after killing it, which is why they would also attack Dwarves and Elves.


    Not only that, but Freyja also cleared up one of his doubts.


    That was why, despite the evident threat of such a vast Land of Undead nearby, the Florence Kingdom beside it had no reaction whatsoever?


    The reason was that the Florence Kingdom was amidst a war with the Undead, and the situation was very unfavorable, with more than half of the kingdom¡¯s territory having fallen.


    Faced with such circumstances, how could the Florence Kingdom care about such a remote Land of Undead? Sear?h the n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    At this point in time, the Undead crisis within the Florence Kingdom had already spread far and wide, and there were many more instances of larger scale and more urgent Undead calamities than this. In comparison, this level of threat hardly made the list.

 Chapter 73 - 26 A Minor Promotion Wind Scythe Locust

    Chapter 73: Chapter 26: A Minor Promotion, Wind Scythe Locust (Second Update!)


    Chapter 73: Chapter 26: A Minor Promotion, Wind Scythe Locust (Second Update!)


    Having secured control over the Ghost Flying Lizard and the Night Helmeted Owl to ensure the two Demon Beasts wouldn¡¯t suddenly awaken and wreak havoc in the Garden Secret Realm, Char then set off with the Clover Mantis, Lantern Firefly, and Star Worm in tow.


    With nearly a hundred strands of Praying Power almost at hand, he was truly full of drive, not wanting to wait a single moment¡ªeven if it meant going without sleep night and day for the past two days. He had to hunt for Demon Beasts everywhere, to swiftly gather the remaining Praying Power as well as potential new Magic Pets!


    Beyond his overflowing determination, there was another reason for his sense of urgency: a strong, foreboding sense of danger had once again emerged in his heart. He urgently needed to recruit a powerful New Magic Pet to bolster his own strength and provide a greater sense of security.


    After all, right next to him was a stretch of the Land of Undead that was still slowly expanding, and tens of kilometers away there dwelt a strong and greedy Shark Lizard Beast. Even though his own power had grown somewhat, and he had gained strong allies in Freyja and the Floral Blue Leopard, none of it gave him a sufficient sense of safety.


    At this time, if he could recruit another Magic Pet with a Challenge Level of 6, then he would be able to find his backbone again, and his heart would finally settle.


    Seeing that Char hadn¡¯t slept all night and had only just returned without any intention to rest before heading out again, Freyja called out to stop him.


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    As Char was picking up his bow and arrow, summoning the Clover Mantis, Lantern Firefly, and Star Worm in preparation to leave, he stopped.


    ¡°What is it?¡±


    Freyja seemed a bit hesitant, or perhaps she was considering her words. Nevertheless, after pausing for a second or two, she then spoke up, ¡°Are you going to go capture Demon Beasts again? Take the Floral Blue Leopard with you; it can be helpful.¡±


    Although Freyja didn¡¯t understand why Char was working so hard, not sleeping the entire night and immediately setting out to hunt again, she still wanted to offer whatever help she could.


    To Freyja, Char¡¯s life-saving favor was beyond repayment, and even in her current state of severe injury, she very much wanted to help.


    Getting up early to make breakfast even though her wounds had split open again, bleeding, she didn¡¯t say anything¡ªit was for this reason.


    And now, wanting Char to take the Floral Blue Leopard with him¡ªit was also for this reason.


    Char was at first startled, but then he couldn¡¯t help but smile.


    ¡°Okay!¡±


    He added another sentence immediately after.


    ¡°Thank you.¡±


    Freyja smiled too, then crouched down, pressing her forehead against the Floral Blue Leopard¡¯s, whispering something in the Elf Language, which Char didn¡¯t understand.


    A few seconds later, she stood up and patted the Floral Blue Leopard¡¯s behind. The Floral Blue Leopard, treading with the elegant grace of a cat, walked towards Char and let out an obedient meow mid-way.


    ¡°Freyja.¡±


    ¡°What¡¯s up?¡±


    ¡°When I¡¯m free, could you teach me Elf Language?¡±


    ¡°Of course, I can.¡±


    ¡°Also, I might need your help translating some things these next few days.¡±


    ¡°Great¡­ I mean, no problem, I¡¯d be glad to help.¡±


    Char smiled, shouldered his bow and arrow, checked his gear, and gave a shout to his Magic Pets.


    ¡°Star Worm, Lantern Firefly, Clover Mantis, and Floral Blue Leopard, let¡¯s set out!¡±


    ¡­


    With the powerful addition of the Floral Blue Leopard, this time Char chose to let the Clover Mantis and the Floral Blue Leopard jointly kill the Undead, while he, along with the Lantern Firefly and Star Worm, stayed nearby. They kept watch for dangers while searching for Demon Beasts in the vicinity.


    As a result, the efficiency of hunting the Undead to earn Praying Power had significantly increased.


    Char glanced at the Star Worm which was accompanying him.


    A lot of days had passed since the day he killed many a goblin.


    In these days, he had hunted quite a few Demon Beasts, and before they were dissected and gutted, all of them were drained by the Star Worm.


    Having absorbed so much Life Essence and Magic Essence from those Demon Beasts, the Star Worm was already on the brink of breaking through, and this morning, when the Star Worm began its ¡°Raging Absorption¡± on the Fierce Poison Rat,


    the change in quantity finally led to a qualitative change, catapulting its Challenge Level up by 2!


    It was only because the Star Worm¡¯s ¡°talent¡± didn¡¯t work on the Undead that it hadn¡¯t leveled up earlier with all the Undead Char had killed these days; otherwise, it might have reached Challenge Level 3 by now.


    However, even without the ability to draw power from the Undead, the Star Worm successfully advanced to Level 2.


    It might seem like just a small two-level rise from Level 0 to Level 2, but such an occurrence would be a miracle even for those powerful Demon Beasts.


    Because even for those powerful Demon Beasts that are born at Challenge Levels 3, 4 or even 5, it is impossible to increase their own Level by two in such a short period of time.


    This is a talent unique to the Star Worm, a miracle unique to the Star Worm.


    Even the other Magic Pets under Char¡¯s command couldn¡¯t replicate it. Although they too can level up quickly, they can¡¯t do it as swiftly as the Star Worm; the Lantern Firefly had only risen by 1 Level since its birth.


    It¡¯s worth mentioning that not just the Star Worm, but also the Lotus Leaf Frog had been promoted, and its advance even preceded that of the Star Worm.


    Just last night, the Lotus Leaf Frog had completed its leveling up, only a few days after the Lantern Firefly.


    With the Magic Pets advancing one after another, Char was in high spirits.


    Now, the strength at his disposal had evolved into this: one Magic Pet with Challenge Level 5, one with Challenge Level 3, and three with Challenge Level 2 (including the Wind Winged Horse).


    The combat power had multiplied immeasurably since his arrival.


    One person was now equivalent to a reasonably strong adventurer team, and the majority of adventurer teams did not possess such combat power.


    Because many adventurer teams set out with an average Level of just 2 or 3 and have a limited activity range; they basically adventure, treasure hunt, and take on commissioned tasks only within the vicinity of their hometown.


    An adventurer team active within the realm of a dukedom or kingdom is already considered elite, after all, without sufficient strength, it¡¯s impossible to journey that far.


    Any danger encountered on the road could easily lead to heavy casualties and the disintegration of the team, or even total annihilation.


    Without undue modesty, Char¡¯s current strength had already stood out from the ordinary; even if his power were to stagnate now, he could live a life of prosperity and meet a good end¡ªunless caught in a turbulent era.


    But judging from the snippets from Freyja, it seemed that he had not arrived at an auspicious time; it was an age of turmoil.


    Finally, another first-kill mission was completed.


    Char watched as the Praying Power he had been accruing broke through to a hundred strands, his heart bursting with a spectacular fireworks show.


    Without a word, he sent the Star Worm to inform the Clover Mantis and the Floral Blue Leopard.


    Mission accomplished, retreat!


    Then he glanced at his backpack again, which contained a locust.


    Due to the limited range of activity, his haul this time was two-thirds less than last night, having encountered only one Demon Beast.


    It was a Wind Scythe Locust, capable of releasing large wind scythes, with a Challenge Level that had reached 2.


    But since it did not meet his candidate criteria, Char showed no mercy and, after some effort working together with the Lantern Firefly and the Star Worm, killed it.


    Choosing to recruit the Wind Scythe Locust rather than the Rain Sound Kingfisher would not suffice; not only did the latter fit more with Char¡¯s image, it also added another attribute. The abilities of both completely overlapped; anything the Wind Scythe Locust could do, the Rain Sound Kingfisher could do as well.


    Soon, the Clover Mantis, the Floral Blue Leopard, and the Star Worm returned.


    Char immediately set out, eager to return to the Garden Secret Realm. Although he had not captured enough Demon Beasts that suited his preference, he already had two candidates, the Ghost Flying Lizard and the Night Helmeted Owl; barely enough, perhaps.


    After all, only one could ultimately undergo transformation; there was no use in capturing too many.


    But often, when you hold no expectations and view things with equanimity, that¡¯s when surprises happen.

 Chapter 74 - 27 Ideal Demon Beast Frost Crystal White

    Chapter 74: Chapter 27: Ideal Demon Beast, Frost Crystal White Deer (Third Update!)


    Chapter 74: Chapter 27: Ideal Demon Beast, Frost Crystal White Deer (Third Update!)


    As Char led his Magic Pets swiftly through the forest and was climbing a hillside on his way to the Garden Secret Realm, he suddenly noticed an unusual rustling of the leaves down the hill.


    ¡°What¡¯s that? Clover Mantis, go check it out!¡±


    The Clover Mantis immediately sprang into action, transforming into a tiny green cloud and flying towards that direction. At the same time, the Floral Blue Leopard silently leaped down, encircling the area with a threatening presence.


    As an excellent jungle assassin, the Floral Blue Leopard knew too well how to hunt.


    It turned out that Char wasn¡¯t seeing things.


    The approach of the Clover Mantis and the Floral Blue Leopard startled a creature in the forest, and suddenly, a deer-like Demon Beast surged out of the woods, springing into Char¡¯s view.


    The deer seemed truly capable of flight, stretching its form, gliding through the air, and in the blink of an eye, it had flown hundreds of meters away, its astonishing leaping ability making even the genuinely flying Clover Mantis feel outrun.


    [Frost Crystal White Deer]


    [Skills]: Frost Breath (3rd Level), Frost Crystal Illusion Light (2nd Level), Ice Crystal Burst (2nd Level), Cloud Stepping (2nd Level)


    [Challenge Level]: 4


    [Introduction]: ¡­


    The introduction was a series of ellipses, not due to omission but because the Frost Crystal White Deer moved too fast and, mysteriously, was still in mid-air, not fully landed when it suddenly disappeared.


    In front of Char, it was like a shooting star streaking across the sky, fleeting, so he couldn¡¯t get a clear view of Frost Crystal White Deer¡¯s introduction.


    Being able to see all the skills and the Challenge Level was already a testament to his extraordinary vision.


    ¡°Clover Mantis, catch it!¡±


    Char was thrilled and immediately dashed towards the hill below, running madly while loudly calling out to the Clover Mantis.


    He had given up hope, planning to let the Prayer Light choose between the Ghost Flying Lizard and the Night Helmeted Owl as backup options, but on his way back, he stumbled upon the ideal candidate Demon Beast.


    The current size of the Frost Crystal White Deer was already sufficient for him to ride, not to mention after its transformation under the Prayer Light.


    If his new Magic Pet truly evolved from the Frost Crystal White Deer, it would definitely meet his requirements for a mount.


    Moreover, the Frost Crystal White Deer¡¯s Challenge Level was 4!


    Since his journey through this realm, he hadn¡¯t encountered many Demon Beasts even at Level 3, let alone Level 4.


    Who could imagine that, just as he was preparing to recruit a new Magic Pet, within merely 24 hours, he would encounter two Demon Beasts with a Challenge Level of 4?


    The Ghost Flying Lizard and the Frost Crystal White Deer were even quite compatible.


    One black and one white, like Yin and Yang.


    When luck comes, of course, you need to seize it!


    Hearing the urgency and desire in Char¡¯s voice, Lantern Firefly and Star Worm immediately burst forth, startling Char into yelling to stop them.


    ¡°Wait!¡±


    The Challenge Level of that Frost Crystal White Deer had reached 4, and if Lantern Firefly and Star Worm got too close, they might even risk getting instantly killed.


    Char didn¡¯t want to risk either of them.


    While he was furiously chasing, the Floral Blue Leopard had already launched ¡°Flame Trampling Charge¡± ¡ª the Frost Crystal White Deer was fast, but the Floral Blue Leopard was not to be outdone.


    The Frost Crystal White Deer had burst skills, which could greatly increase its speed at critical moments, and the Floral Blue Leopard had them as well.


    Suddenly, green flames surged under the Floral Blue Leopard¡¯s feet, and in the blink of an eye, its entire body was covered in green flames, instantly dashing out of the forest, then, like stepping on water, it lightly touched the canopy layer several times, rapidly heading in the direction where the Frost Crystal White Deer had vanished.


    ¡°Stepping Flame Charge¡± was originally an attack skill, but at this moment, the Floral Blue Leopard was using it as a chase skill, and the effect was excellent.


    After closing the distance, the Floral Blue Leopard still couldn¡¯t perceive the Frost Crystal White Deer, so it immediately launched ¡°Mountain Ghost Green Flame,¡± with fierce mountain green flames spewing out, followed by exploding mid-air, like blooming fireworks or like countless scattered green fireflies, flying in all directions.


    Like ¡°Stepping Flame Charge,¡± ¡°Mountain Ghost Green Flame¡± was also an attack skill, and it was the Floral Blue Leopard¡¯s most important and relied-upon attack skill. It was supposed to damage the enemy by spraying flames, but now scattering into countless streaming flames meant a voluntary weakening of the ¡°Mountain Ghost Green Flame¡± power.


    Giving the strength of the Frost Crystal White Deer, these streaming green flames from the Mountain Ghost Green Flame,


    If the Floral Blue Leopard were hunting alone right now, it would never do this.


    Whether it was ¡°Stepping Flame Charge¡± or ¡°Mountain Ghost Green Flame,¡± both skills consumed a lot of strength and were meant to be used at critical moments. Merely using them to chase and force the prey to appear was too wasteful and would lead to disadvantages in subsequent battles ¡ª how could you fight if you had already exhausted a large amount of your strength prematurely?


    In wilderness survival, one must conserve every bit of strength unless you are one of those powerful demon beasts that could alter the weather with a mere breath.


    But now, wasn¡¯t there also the Clover Mantis aside from itself? sea??h th§× Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Char, who was chasing through the forest, also saw this and his eyes lit up: the Floral Blue Leopard¡¯s combat experience was indeed rich. Its responses in many situations were eye-catching and much more experienced than Clover Mantis and Lantern Firefly.


    In the sky, the scattered Mountain Ghost Green Flame forced the Frost Crystal White Deer to reveal itself.


    The green flames burned, the frost melted, revealing the deer¡¯s form.


    The Clover Mantis¡¯s chase had already deviated somewhat from the direction, but now seeing the deer, it immediately adjusted its direction, charging toward the Frost Crystal White Deer.


    Still midway, it launched ¡°Green Leaf Storm.¡±


    In the sky, a green tornado rose, sweeping toward the Frost Crystal White Deer. As the deer just landed, it was forced to hastily deal with the oncoming Green Leaf Storm.


    The icy frost stream was blown out from the Frost Crystal White Deer¡¯s mouth, instantly freezing nearby branches and leaves, coating them with rime. The frost stream collided with the wildly flying Green Leaf Storm, and instantly, the foremost green leaves were also frozen, turning into ice crystals and rustling down from the sky.


    But just like the previous battle between the Clover Mantis and the Ghost Flying Lizard, the Frost Crystal White Deer took the upper hand in a blink, as the clash between ¡°Frost Breath¡± and ¡°Green Leaf Storm¡± barely formed a stalemate before showing overwhelming dominance.


    The Green Leaf Storm quickly overcame the Frost Breath, sweeping through the woods, brushing toward the Frost Crystal White Deer.


    The Frost Crystal White Deer stepped its hooves, and numerous ice crystals bloomed under its feet, like an ice flower appearing in the forest, providing some defense for the deer.


    But under the relentless cutting of the Green Leaf Storm, the ice flower shattered quickly, and the leafy wind passed, leaving numerous tiny cuts on the snow-white body of the Frost Crystal White Deer.


    In an instant, the beautiful deer had turned into a bloodied one.


    The Frost Crystal White Deer issued a panicked and painful deer cry, intending to continue fleeing, but the Clover Mantis had already caught up, appearing above the woodland.


    The Frost Crystal White Deer swiftly retreated, turned around, and a nimble and agile figure landed ahead, blocking its path.


    A threatening leopard¡¯s roar made the Frost Crystal White Deer stop.


    It was the Floral Blue Leopard!

 Chapter 75 - 28 The Contrast of the Frost Crystal White

    Chapter 75: Chapter 28: The Contrast of the Frost Crystal White Deer, the Fifth Magic Pet!


    Chapter 75: Chapter 28: The Contrast of the Frost Crystal White Deer, the Fifth Magic Pet!


    The Clover Mantis soared through the air before descending, and the Floral Blue Leopard, too, carried the Mountain Ghost Green Flames in its mouth as if it would spew them out the next second, slowly approached the Frost Crystal White Deer.


    Caught between them and realizing that both the Clover Mantis and the Floral Blue Leopard were stronger, the Frost Crystal White Deer suddenly bent its front legs and lowered its proud head to kneel down.


    The movements of the Clover Mantis and the Floral Blue Leopard halted abruptly.


    Char had ordered them to capture it alive, but now that the Frost Crystal White Deer had voluntarily surrendered, should they still go forward to knock it out?


    The three demon beasts thus stood still until Char arrived.


    When Char arrived and saw this scene, he was both surprised and couldn¡¯t help but laugh.


    This was the first time he had encountered a demon beast that would surrender willingly, especially one with a Challenge Level of 4!


    Where is your wild nature? Where is your backbone?


    But regardless, it was a good thing for Char.


    Since it surrendered voluntarily, didn¡¯t that save the Clover Mantis and Floral Blue Leopard a lot of trouble?


    His gaze quickly scanned over the Frost Crystal White Deer¡¯s details, and this time, he was able to properly read its introduction.


    [Introduction]: The Frost Crystal White Deer, with its elegant pure white figure, is alert and gentle, highly intelligent, and capable of using ice crystals to refract light, rendering itself invisible. It can also exhale cold air from its mouth. The Frost Crystal White Deer possesses incredible jumping ability, appearing as though it is soaring through clouds while it runs and leaps. Sometimes, they are considered as messengers of the Mountain God or emissaries of the Winter God because, after all, everyone loves beautiful things.


    ¡°Clover Mantis, knock it out,¡±


    Char suddenly ordered.


    The Frost Crystal White Deer with its head down seemed to understand Char¡¯s command, immediately raised its head, panicking as it tried to flee.


    But where could it escape?


    The Floral Blue Leopard pounced forward and pinned down the Frost Crystal White Deer in an instant, while also biting towards its neck. Its sharp fangs targeted the large artery, as if it could distinctly perceive the blood flowing inside.


    The Frost Crystal White Deer dared not struggle anymore, fearing that any random movement would cause the Floral Blue Leopard¡¯s teeth to puncture its major artery. Then it only felt a heavy blow to its head.


    At the same time, the Floral Blue Leopard perfectly withdrew its fangs and closed its mouth.


    There was no accident where the Clover Mantis harshly struck the Frost Crystal White Deer¡¯s head, causing its neck to meet the Floral Blue Leopard¡¯s sharp teeth, resulting in a piercing of its artery and blood spraying everywhere.


    The Frost Crystal White Deer then passed out. S~ea??h the nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    ¡°Clover Mantis, strike again.¡±


    The Frost Crystal White Deer suddenly opened its eyes, tried to struggle but received another harsh blow from the Clover Mantis. After a few more blows, just like the Ghost Flying Lizard the night before, the Frost Crystal White Deer completely fainted.


    Looking at the many wounds on its body, its miserable appearance, completely unconscious, Char had a strange expression.


    Undoubtedly, the appearance of the Frost Crystal White Deer was outstanding: pure white and elegant, with antlers like millennial ice from high mountains, always surrounded by falling snowflakes. With each step, it spawned a beautiful frost flower under its feet.


    Visually, the Frost Crystal White Deer was so elegant and noble, almost like the Divine Beast accompanying the Winter God, a child of the forest.


    But behavior-wise, first kneeling so quickly and then pretending to faint was incredibly cunning.


    Its appearance and behavior were such extremes, a vast contrast.


    ¡°Let¡¯s go! Floral Blue Leopard, please carry the Frost Crystal White Deer, we¡¯re heading back to the Garden Secret Realm!¡±


    Char, suppressing his excitement, spoke to the group of demon beasts.


    ¡­


    At the Garden Secret Realm, when the Green Vine Wall opened a door, Char and the others quickly entered one after another, and Freyja noticed them.


    Watching the Floral Blue Leopard bearing the Frost Crystal White Deer on its back and the Wind Scythe Locust discarded on the ground by Lantern Firefly, Freyja looked stunned and then approached.


    ¡°Frost Crystal White Deer?¡±


    Amazement was hard to hide in Freyja¡¯s expression.


    Although the Frost Crystal White Deer was not as rare as the Ghost Flying Lizard, it was not a common Demon Beast either. Living in the forest for so many years, she had encountered them only a few times and had rarely managed to capture one alive.


    Yet Char had captured two in just one day, a stroke of luck that filled Freyja with amazement.


    But soon, she would realize that she had marveled too soon.


    ¡°Yes, it is a Frost Crystal White Deer.¡±


    Char smiled and responded, but he spoke quickly, clearly distracted and not intending to elaborate.


    Then, he first had the Clover Mantis and the Floral Blue Leopard arrange the Frost Crystal White Deer along with the Ghost Flying Lizard and Night Helmeted Owl beside the carriage.


    After thinking for a moment, he removed the Night Helmeted Owl.


    The Night Helmeted Owl was also fine, but it was clearly a notch below the Ghost Flying Lizard and Frost Crystal White Deer.


    If not for the latter two, Char would definitely have been pleased with the Night Helmeted Owl, but having the Ghost Flying Lizard and Frost Crystal White Deer made it seem somewhat less impressive.


    After all, one must compare goods to throw away the lesser.


    Char had Lantern Firefly take the Night Helmeted Owl and the Rain Sound Kingfisher out of the Garden Secret Realm and had the Floral Blue Leopard follow as well.


    With the barrier in place, the Prayer Light was supposed to choose only among the Demon Beasts within the barrier. If the Floral Blue Leopard, Night Helmeted Owl, and Rain Sound Kingfisher stayed inside, and one of them was chosen by the Prayer Light, wouldn¡¯t he be devastated?


    Of course, if it chose the Floral Blue Leopard, Char wouldn¡¯t be devastated¡ªFloral Blue Leopard was not at all inferior to the Ghost Flying Lizard and Frost Crystal White Deer.


    But Freyja would be devastated, as her fine mount would suddenly become someone else¡¯s.


    Though very confused, Freyja did not disturb Char and simply stood aside quietly, watching silently.


    When everything was ready, Char turned to Freyja with a serious look.


    ¡°Freyja.¡±


    Freyja turned her head, meeting Char¡¯s gaze.


    ¡°What you are about to see is my greatest secret. I hope you can keep it confidential.¡±


    A slight shiver ran through Freyja¡¯s heart and her expression also became serious.


    ¡°Okay.¡±


    She said emphatically and, feeling it insufficient, added another line.


    ¡°I swear by the name of the Moonlight Goddess, I will not reveal a single word.¡±


    Char¡¯s face once again showed a gentle smile, he nodded lightly at Freyja, then made a mental note.


    Inside the Prayer House, numerous forces of Prayer Power gathered like stars, turning into a brilliantly dazzling gemstone. Then this gemstone transformed into the most sacred and splendid beam of Prayer Light yet, bursting out of the carriage.


    When the Prayer Light burst out of the carriage, the entire Garden Secret Realm seemed to swim in a golden brilliance studded with starlight.


    This time, the Prayer Light unusually showed hesitation and circled for several rounds over the Ghost Flying Lizard and Frost Crystal White Deer.


    Finally, it made up its mind and charged towards the Ghost Flying Lizard!


    The entire body of the Ghost Flying Lizard began to emit a holy Prayer Light, and then its body rapidly grew larger and transformed, its form inching closer to that of a giant dragon¡­

 Chapter 76 - 29 The Astoundingly Potent Thunder Night

    Chapter 76: Chapter 29: The Astoundingly Potent Thunder Night Dragon, Natural Prophet (Fifth Release!)


    Chapter 76: Chapter 29: The Astoundingly Potent Thunder Night Dragon, Natural Prophet (Fifth Release!)


    The golden light, flowing like water, reflected on Freyja¡¯s face as she stared at the Ghost Flying Lizard undergoing rapid transformation, her mouth agape.


    This miracle-like scene left her mind completely blank.


    But what shocked Freyja the most was not the change in the appearance of the Ghost Flying Lizard, but the awe-inspiring presence that appeared and grew stronger since the transformation started!


    From the initially faint to the now palpitation-inducing, explosive presence, it was hard for Freyja not to notice.


    Dragon Might!


    For Freyja, such pressure was all too familiar because the strongest individual of their tribe had tamed a Jade Flying Dragon.


    Though the Jade Flying Dragon was not a True Dragon and its strength couldn¡¯t compare to that of the Metallic Dragons like the Golden Dragon and Silver Dragon, or the Five-Colored Dragons such as the Red Dragon, Black Dragon, or Green Dragon, it still possessed True Dragon bloodline and had formidable combat power.


    With her and the Floral Blue Leopard¡¯s strength, they would not last even one round in front of the Jade Flying Dragon, and what impressed Freyja the most was the Dragon Might of the Jade Flying Dragon.


    That kind of terror stemming from deep within the heart, which could not be countered at all, was something Freyja had no desire to try a second time.


    The Jade Flying Dragon wasn¡¯t even a True Dragon, yet its Dragon Might made it hard for her to muster any resistance. It was unimaginable just how terrifying the Dragon Might of a real giant dragon could be.


    But in order to train her combat ability and resistance to such pressure, even if her mind and body were highly resistant, Freyja still confronted the Dragon Might of the Jade Flying Dragon time and time again.


    Thus, she became very familiar and sensitive to Dragon Might.


    The Ghost Flying Lizard should not possess Dragon Might, as its True Dragon bloodline was too diluted, but now, this miraculous transformation clearly activated the giant dragon bloodline within the Ghost Flying Lizard.


    Different from Freyja, although Char also felt the Dragon Might, perhaps because he was the owner of the Ghost Flying Lizard, he only felt a bit of discomfort and did not experience any panic.


    At the moment, he was looking at the gradually subsiding light of the transforming Ghost Flying Lizard with an awed expression.


    When the Prayer Light completely faded, an elegant yet deadly creature resembling a giant dragon appeared before Char.


    Compared to the Ghost Flying Lizard, the creature before them was bigger, just managing to be large enough to ride; moreover, its color had deepened to a dark night, and when it moved, it created ghostly apparitions that were difficult to discern.


    The violet patterns in its eyes had become larger and more vivid, with innumerable blue-purple thunderbolts emerging and drifting with the wind, forming two clusters of blue-purple flames.


    But that was not fire¡ªit was thunder!


    Moreover, the transformed Ghost Flying Lizard had thunder surrounding its two foreclaws, and its tail flashed with blue-purple thunder light.


    [Thunder Night Dragon (Subadult)]


    [Attributes]: Strength 82, Defense 73, Agility 92, Constitution 75, Intelligence 85, Perception 89


    [Life Value]: 219842/219842


    [Magic Power]: 17462/17462


    [Skills]: Thunder Annihilation Cannon (Level 4), Night Shadow Shuttling (Level 4), Thunder Light Grid (Level 3), Dark Sky (Level 3)


    [Challenge Level]: 8


    [Introduction]: This appears to be a new type of sub-dragon, mastering the power of thunder. In the darkness, it is like a black ghostly apparition. This Thunder Night Dragon has not yet reached its full maturity; when it does, its strength is sure to reach new heights.


    Delight!


    Let¡¯s not even start with other things, the Challenge Level alone was enough to fill Char with sheer surprise.


    His minimum expectation for the new Magic Pet was that its Challenge Level should at least reach Level 6. The higher the level, the more confidence he felt, and now that the Thunder Night Dragon had reached Challenge Level 8, how could he not be surprised?


    Moreover, the Thunder Night Dragon before him was still a Subadult.


    Given the incredibly rapid growth rate of a Subadult, coupled with Energy Essence and attribute food, the growth of the Thunder Night Dragon would be very fast, and there was still room for an increase in Challenge Level.


    However, what surprised Char the most was that he was very familiar with the Thunder Night Dragon.


    Following the Lotus Leaf Frog, a Demon Beast designed by their studio had finally appeared among the Magic Pets again.


    Unlike the Lotus Leaf Frog, whose ultimate form had combat strength that was also just okay and could only be reluctantly used in the later stages, except for true fans, very few players would place it in their main lineup.


    The Thunder Night Dragon was different; its ultimate form was a true end-game Magic Pet, one of the rare existences that could level up to 120. S§×ar?h the Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    It had not only an impressive and compelling appearance but also combined beauty with strength, as one of the Demon Beasts painstakingly designed and crafted by their studio.


    Now, the Prayer Altar had actually transformed the Ghost Flying Lizard into a Thunder Night Dragon, which really made Char overjoyed.


    Because if you think about it, the main attributes of the original Ghost Flying Lizard should have been the Dark Attribute and Ghost Attribute with not a trace of Thunder Attribute. This transformation changed it so dramatically, completely eliminating the Ghost Attribute and instead adding the Thunder Attribute.


    After completing its transformation, the Thunder Night Dragon woke up for the first time since being knocked unconscious and drugged, with its memory still at the moment before it passed out. Therefore, upon waking, it instinctively assumed an attacking stance.


    This made the Clover Mantis, Lantern Firefly, Star Worm, and other Magic Pets, as well as Freyja, tense up all at once.


    But before the Thunder Night Dragon could launch a real attack, a strong mental bond made it feel an intrinsic closeness, trust, and dependence on Char. It wouldn¡¯t even think of attacking Char, let alone entertain the thought of disobeying his commands.


    ¡°This is my biggest secret; the Clover Mantis, Lantern Firefly, they all came to be this way,¡±


    Char said, while stroking the affectionate Thunder Night Dragon that had approached him, and speaking to Freyja.


    Freyja still wore a face of astonishment and didn¡¯t ask further questions, but she reiterated her promise once more.


    ¡°I will definitely keep this secret forever.¡±


    ¡°That¡¯s not necessary, once our strength is sufficient, there will be no need for secrecy,¡±


    Char said with a chuckle, lightening the serious atmosphere with a little joke.


    ¡°Now, let¡¯s bring in the Floral Blue Leopard and others, then, I¡¯ll need your help translating the journal.¡±


    ¡°Okay.¡±


    ¡­


    In the study, Freyja sat at the desk, carefully browsing through the journal left by the Winged Elf Mage. After a while, she put down the journal and said, ¡°This Winged Elf is named Kedel White Eagle, a Natural Prophet.¡±


    ¡°The Natural Prophet is a rare and powerful profession for Spellcasters, adept at Elemental Magic, Druid Magic, and a part of Prophetic Magic, and also extremely skilled at cultivating Magic Plants. They are not only Prophets of nature but also Nature¡¯s gardeners.¡±


    ¡°Even among the Elf Clan, only a very few can become Natural Prophets, a domain of the gifted, beyond the reach of the ordinary.¡±


    It was evident that Freyja had heard of the profession ¡°Natural Prophet,¡± and her tone was filled with awe, admiration, and longing as she introduced it.

 Chapter 77 - 30 Damn Transported to the Age of the Gods

    Chapter 77: Chapter 30: Damn! Transported to the Age of the Gods¡¯ War!


    Chapter 77: Chapter 30: Damn! Transported to the Age of the Gods¡¯ War!


    Char listened with a smile to Freyja¡¯s narration.


    In Freyja¡¯s concept, there might not be the notion of ordinary professions, elite professions, rare professions, epic professions, and legendary professions, which are the system¡¯s classifications for the various extraordinary professions.


    But without a doubt, even among the Elf Clan, the Natural Prophet was an extremely powerful and scarce profession, otherwise Freyja¡¯s tone wouldn¡¯t have been filled with such astonishment.


    Setting that aside, just from listening to Freyja¡¯s detailed description of the abilities of a Natural Prophet, one could sense the strength and comprehensiveness of the profession.


    Mastering Elemental Magic meant incredibly high damage and astounding destructive power, and then the Druid abilities could help mages avoid their weakness in hand-to-hand combat, being fragile and lacking in vitality.


    Add on a portion of Prophetic abilities, and there was a certain resistance to attacks from the mystical studies, making it very comprehensive and balanced, perfectly fitting Char¡¯s ideal fantasy of a spellcaster.


    No, it even surpassed his fantasies.


    Before that, all he dreamed of were powers to move heaven and earth and extremely high damage¡ªhe hadn¡¯t fantasized about Druid and Prophetic abilities.


    Not to mention, Natural Prophets also had the ability to cultivate magic plants!


    If nothing unexpected happened, the circle of green vines outside had been cultivated by Kedel White Eagle, specifically to counter Undead magic plants.


    Char was simply too eager to wait, wanting to immediately get Freyja¡¯s help to translate the magic book left by Kedel and then change professions on the spot.


    But that was an impossibility. Judging from the ¡°difficulty¡± of his archery practice, converting to a Natural Prophet wouldn¡¯t be as easy as:


    ¡°Do you wish to change your profession to a Natural Prophet?¡±


    ¡°Please choose yes or no.¡±


    ¡°Yes.¡±


    One couldn¡¯t simply accomplish the profession change with ease.


    There was bound to be a learning process involved.


    ¡°Kedel was a Natural Prophet of up to level 10, who created this garden, living in seclusion and cultivating various magic plants,¡± Freyja continued to relay the contents of the diary, her expression becoming even more solemn.


    Seeing no change in Char¡¯s expression and realizing his clear lack of common knowledge, Freyja explained: ¡°Above level 10 are the advanced professionals. The vast majority of Transcendents spend their entire lives without breaking through to level 10.¡±


    ¡°In our tribe, apart from those Elves who are selected for positions in the capital, very few reach or exceed level 10, and the strongest in our clan is only level 12, not much higher than Kedel, the Winged Elf predecessor.¡±


    ¡°And considering the Natural Prophet¡¯s powerful and comprehensive combat capability, Kedel¡¯s combat strength might not have been inferior to that of the strongest in our clan. Of course, this is under the presumption that we don¡¯t count the Jade Flying Dragon.¡±


    ¡°With Kedel¡¯s strength being so formidable, he still couldn¡¯t completely prevent the outbreak of the Undead calamity and even died because of it.¡±


    ¡°Such a level of Undead disaster is beyond our capacity to resolve,¡± Freyja said with a serious expression.


    As an Elf who loved nature and had a heart for justice, when she heard from Char that there was a Land of Undead nearby, inhabited by a large number of Undead, she thought to do everything within her power to prevent the crisis from erupting.


    Even if there were no intelligent beings living nearby, and it was only to protect the forest itself and the myriad creatures inhabiting it, she still felt compelled to act.


    But now, having read through Kedel¡¯s diary, she realized it was a crisis that neither she nor Char could solve¡ªeven though Char had just witnessed what seemed to be a divine miracle, acquiring a powerful Flying Dragon.


    Acting rashly would only result in their own demise.


    Hearing Freyja say this, Char¡¯s expression also became more solemn, then he heard her shift the topic.


    ¡°Fortunately, even though Kedel failed to eliminate the Undead and prevent the crisis from erupting, he successfully sealed the source of death¡ªa level 12 Undead Mage. So over the years, the Power of Death and the numerous low-level Undead could only spread by instinct.¡±


    ¡°If that Undead Mage hadn¡¯t been sealed, I fear the area we are in would have already been destroyed by the Undead, transformed into a Land of Undead by now, and this Land of Undead would have probably expanded toward the direction of the Florence Kingdom a long time ago, connecting with the Land of Undead within the kingdom and forming an even larger Undead calamity.¡±


    Char nodded unconsciously.


    This was within his expectations; if this Land of Undead had its own consciousness, no matter how much the Garden Secret Realm could confuse the Perception of the Undead, it couldn¡¯t possibly have survived¡ªyou might fool those low-level, unintelligent Undead, but could you also fool high-level Undead?


    That¡¯s why Char dared to stay; he had realized early on that this Land of Undead was only spreading instinctively.


    ¡°What exactly is going on?¡± Char asked.


    ¡°Let me start from the beginning,¡± Freyja said.


    ¡°The source of the Undead crisis is a small town called ¡®Fallen Leaf Town,¡¯ initially established by a group of Florentines seeking refuge in the Florence Forest. As more and more people from the outside world joined, the number of races grew, gradually forming a town of nearly ten thousand inhabitants, including humans, Elves, Half-Elves, as well as a few Dwarves, Centaurs, Half-orcs and even Half-Beasts.¡±


    ¡°Different races coexisted harmoniously in Fallen Leaf Town. Although there were occasional conflicts and disputes, they were quickly resolved by the Priest of the Dawn God, and everyone remained a loving and supportive family until¡ªthe arrival of the Undead Mage.¡±


    ¡°Wait, the Dawn God?¡± Char interrupted Freyja.


    Nearly ten thousand people, comprising different races, living together in the forest as lovingly as a family¡ªit sounded too mythical, like a scene only found in fairy tales brimming with childish innocence.


    However, Char was clearly more concerned about the Dawn God than that.


    ¡®The Dawn God, who is that? Lord of Dawn, Losanda?¡¯ Char thought to himself.


    ¡°Yes, the Dawn God, the divine ruler of the morning light, universal love, and peace; but He has already fallen.¡±


    ???


    !!!


    Char¡¯s expression changed drastically.


    He had actually, through an unfortunate twist of fate, traversed to the era of the Divine Struggle!


    ¡°You don¡¯t know?¡±


    Seeing that Char seemed genuinely unaware of the Dawn God and His fall, Freyja was astounded.


    If it were some common knowledge that Char did not know, Freyja could understand.


    After all, what¡¯s common knowledge to one person may not be to another, and if Char grew up in a remote, secluded environment, it would make sense that he couldn¡¯t access much knowledge.


    But the gods were involved in every aspect of people¡¯s lives, and the fall of the Dawn God was an event that shook the world. Char not knowing about it was truly abnormal.


    ¡°I have amnesia. I woke up in the Florence Forest, only remembering my name and the common tongue of the continent, and even my arrow skills were picked up again after retraining. Aside from the carriage in the garden, there was nothing else around me,¡± Char explained.


    Whether Freyja believed him or not, Char at least needed to provide a plausible explanation on the surface.


    ¡°You¡¯ve lost your memory? Are you alright? Do you feel any discomfort or something off?¡± Freyja asked with a start, showing concern.


    Char deliberately furrowed his brow and paused for a few seconds, as if recalling something, then after a while, he said, ¡°I don¡¯t feel any discomfort.¡±


    Freyja¡¯s expression remained serious; she sincerely cared about Char¡¯s condition.


    ¡°Maybe in the future, I could ask the elders of my clan to try and help you recover your memory. But that will have to wait until you¡¯re strong enough,¡± Freyja said.


    The legacy of Kedel White Eagle was nothing significant; even if her kin knew, they wouldn¡¯t grow greedy for it.


    But the miraculous light that instantly transformed the Ghost Flying Lizard was a different matter.


    Even if Freyja believed her kin to be upright and kind, she couldn¡¯t guarantee they wouldn¡¯t be tempted by greed.


    Otherwise, she wouldn¡¯t have made the excuse of traveling to leave her tribe.


    Remembering the reason she left the tribe, Freyja¡¯s heart became heavier.


    ¡°Thank you,¡± Char said with a smile.


    Then, Freyja thoughtfully started to introduce the history to Char.


    ¡°The Siran Continent was originally a continent of tranquillity and harmony. Although there were occasional disputes among the gods, they never escalated to a life-or-death situation and no deity had ever fallen in history.¡±


    ¡®That¡¯s not right, is it? So peaceful? Is this even a D&D world?¡¯


    ¡®But D&D is inherently a multiverse concept, and Siran Continent is clearly an unknown Main Material Plane, so it¡¯s not that strange.¡¯ sea??h th§× N??eFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    ¡®By the way, this answers one of my previous doubts, which is why there¡¯s a deity like the Moonlight Goddess Bai Ying whom I¡¯ve never heard of.¡¯


    ¡®Clearly, this Moonlight Goddess is a native deity of the Siran Continent.¡¯


    First, Char was shocked, finding it unbelievable and incomprehensible, but after thinking it over, it made sense.


    ¡°There has never been a great war among the gods, so naturally, there were none among the different races. Before disaster struck, the Siran Continent really was a bountiful and peaceful world,¡± Freyja continued to introduce, clearly proud and nostalgic when talking about the former Siran Continent.


    ¡°Then, the gaze of the Evil Gods turned towards this place.¡±


    ¡°First, it was conspiracy. A network of intrigue eroded the world and pried open the gates of the planes. Then came tyranny, which shattered the existing order and dealt a heavy blow to the world, and after that, death descended.¡±


    ¡°The deities of Siran united to resist but fell back step by step. The Dawn God fell during this period. At the most perilous moment, the Dawn arrived; the forest regained its vitality, beings of the Siran Continent welcomed hope once more, and regained the courage to fight their fate.¡±


    ¡°But the calamity is not yet over, and the eyes of the Evil Gods still watch over this once bountiful and peaceful land.¡±

 Chapter 78 - 31 Ghost Lamp Green Vine Beast Taming Skill

    Chapter 78: Chapter 31 Ghost Lamp Green Vine, Beast Taming Skill


    Chapter 78: Chapter 31 Ghost Lamp Green Vine, Beast Taming Skill


    Indeed!


    Char thought to himself.


    Upon hearing Freyja mention the name ¡°Siran Continent,¡± he had guessed as much.


    The conspiracy must refer to the plot against the God of Murder and Conspiracy, Shirek, a deity of powerful divine strength.


    Tyranny, unsurprisingly, probably indicates the God of Tyranny, Bane, also a deity of powerful divine strength. S§×ar?h the n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Death must definitely be referring to the God of Death, though it¡¯s unclear which God of Death it is, also a deity of powerful divine strength.


    Dawn is most likely referring to the Lord of Dawn, Losanda, another deity of powerful divine strength.


    Only the forest points to the Forest Goddess Merikai, a deity of moderate divine strength.


    All these deities come from the Ferren God System.


    Char is not that familiar with the DND worldview, at least not to the point of being extremely knowledgeable about it, but with his limited understanding, he was still able to make certain deductions.


    The radiance of a deity shines on more than just one plane, and for a deity, the instinct to cast their brilliance onto more planes, to shepherd more followers, and to gain more worshippers is almost innate.


    However, this is exclusive to deities of powerful divine strength, and at the very least, those of moderate divine strength, like the Forest Goddess Merikai.


    As for those deities of weak and very weak divine strength, they find it hard to spread their divine light to other main material planes¡ªunable to outshine other deities on their own planes, they can only tend to their small flock of followers, let alone crossing the endless voids of time and space to spread faith to other main material planes.


    The native deities of the Siran Continent plane are probably all of weak or very weak divine strength; the strongest are probably only of moderate divine strength. For if there were a deity of powerful strength, the Siran Continent would not be in such constant retreat¡ªnot even if three infamous deities of powerful strength were invading the main material plane.


    For even powerful deities, the force they can project across unknowable distances is limited.


    As the Siran Continent was on the brink of becoming a breeding ground for the three Evil Gods, the Lord of Dawn also cast his light upon the Siran Continent.


    A deity of neutral good alignment and powerful divine strength intervened, helping the deities of Siran to resist the decline, and then the Forest Goddess Merikai also spread her faith here.


    Both sides officially entered a tug-of-war, but compared to the peaceful tranquility of the Siran Continent of the past, it was now undoubtedly a land of devastation and war.


    ¡°Continue,¡±


    Char said to Freyja after he had initially digested this shocking information.


    ¡°During the years Kedel secluded himself in the Garden Secret Realm, he had built a very good relationship with the residents of Fallen Leaf Town. However, by the time he discovered an Undead Mage in the town, it was a bit too late. Even with all the surviving strength in the town, they couldn¡¯t extinguish the undead crisis.¡±


    ¡°What¡¯s worse, on the final day of the decisive battle, it coincided with the fall of the Dawn God.¡±


    ¡°The church of the Dawn God was the only church in Fallen Leaf Town, and its power was an important ally for Kedel to contend with the Undead Mage.¡±


    ¡°The fall of the Dawn God caused the priests to suddenly lose the protection and blessings of their deity, the imbalance of power gave the Undead Mage an upper hand, and Kedel was struck by the power of undead.¡±


    ¡°But in the end, with the priests burning their lives in a desperate delay, Kedel still managed to seal the Undead Mage with a trump card he had long prepared.¡±


    As Freyja¡¯s words faded, Char distinctly heard a phantom alert in his mind.


    Without minding that Freyja was still talking, Char opened his personal panel.


    In the task bar, the quest ¡°Wandering Undead¡± showed as completed.


    A sense of joy rose in Char¡¯s heart.


    Easily another thirty threads of Praying Power were obtained, his Praying Power, which had almost run dry just now, had increased in the blink of an eye.


    And then there was the Undead Bone Flute, who knew what level of equipment that would be?


    After the brief interlude, Freyja¡¯s gentle and soothing voice quickly drew Char¡¯s attention back.


    ¡°Then, Kedel, who had survived alone, in order to completely resolve the undead crisis and restore the forest to its original state, began trying to cultivate Magic Plants that could suppress undead and the Power of Death, and he finally bred a Magic Plant called ¡®Ghost Lamp Green Vine¡¯.¡±


    ¡°That¡¯s the vines forming the wall outside.¡±


    Freyja pointed out the window to the green vines and said.


    ¡°The Ghost Lamp Green Vines are still in an immature state now, and they don¡¯t look much different from ordinary vines. Once they absorb enough Power of Undead, they will produce one Ghost Flower after another. Each Ghost Flower contains an eternal ghost fire, providing powerful protection.¡±


    ¡°We also have to wait until this moment for the Ghost Lamp Green Vine to produce seeds, to sow for the next generation.¡±


    ¡°Kedel hoped that the person who inherited his legacy would resolve the undead crisis and return the forest to its original state. However, if things really come to an irreversible step, he also hopes you would prioritize your own life, protect yourself, and preserve the seeds of the Ghost Lamp Green Vine, considering confronting the issue after you grow stronger.¡±


    What a long translation and briefing!


    Seeing that Freyja had finally finished speaking, Char let out a long sigh of relief as he digested everything.


    He had received too much shocking information all at once, and his thoughts were somewhat jumbled.


    However, the noise from the garden interrupted Char¡¯s contemplation, and when he and Freyja rushed to the garden, they saw the Frost Crystal White Deer and the Night Helmeted Owl had woken up and were trembling in front of the Thunder Night Dragon.


    The Frost Crystal White Deer was faring somewhat better; although the gap in levels with the Thunder Night Dragon was also vast, it was at least much smaller compared to the Night Helmeted Owl.


    The Night Helmeted Owl was different, lagging by six whole challenge levels. To put it bluntly, a mere flicker of lightning from the Thunder Night Dragon¡¯s mouth could kill the Night Helmeted Owl on the spot.


    Now that the Night Helmeted Owl was simply lying rigid on the ground without losing control of its bodily functions, it already showed remarkable backbone and an astonishingly strong will.


    Seeing that it had intimidated the two demon beasts merely with its aura, the Thunder Night Dragon stood tall and proud, looking smug, and from time to time, it let out a threatening growl, each time scaring the Frost Crystal White Deer into shivering, and the Night Helmeted Owl? It was about to faint again.


    Every time this happened, a look of satisfaction and amusement crossed the face of the Thunder Night Dragon.


    Perhaps because it was not yet fully mature, the Thunder Night Dragon showed the distinct characteristics of youth¡ªcuriosity and mischief, as well as a slight goofiness.


    Watching this scene, the image of ¡°Toothless¡± naturally came to Char¡¯s mind.


    Except Toothless also had a bit of goofiness about him, while the Thunder Night Dragon¡ªat least in appearance¡ªwas elegant, handsome, and mysterious.


    Char looked at the two demon beasts and thought for a moment before saying to the Thunder Night Dragon, ¡°Thunder Night Dragon, kill the Night Helmeted Owl, but leave the Frost Crystal White Deer.¡±


    The Frost Crystal White Deer was a magic pet candidate he was quite fond of; even if he couldn¡¯t recruit it this time, he could always try again next time.


    Moreover, the Frost Crystal White Deer was intelligent enough to know when to submit, and it had a naturally mild temperament, meaning that even if it didn¡¯t become a magic pet, there was no need to worry about it suddenly going berserk and causing irreversible harm.


    The Night Helmeted Owl, on the other hand, was quite different. Compared to the Frost Crystal White Deer, its level was a bit too low, and after its metamorphosis, its capabilities would mostly likely be inferior to the deer¡¯s. Their intelligence wasn¡¯t as high as the Frost Crystal White Deer¡¯s, and they were harder to tame.


    If kept, one would also have to worry about it going insane one day. Better to kill it and exchange it for strands of Praying Power, then use them as nourishment for the upgrading of the Star Worm.


    The Frost Crystal White Deer appeared relieved, while the Night Helmeted Owl suddenly let out a piercing and angry cry before unexpectedly taking flight.


    However, almost immediately, a dark shadow flashed, and the Thunder Night Dragon leapt into the air like lightning, crushing the Night Helmeted Owl¡¯s Black Night Armor with its claws and forcing it back to the ground.


    Watching the Night Helmeted Owl stiffen from the electric shocks within the claws of the Thunder Night Dragon, Char looked surprised.


    He really hadn¡¯t expected the Night Helmeted Owl to break free from the terror of the Thunder Night Dragon¡¯s Dragon Might, which required immense mental strength.


    If even the Frost Crystal White Deer had managed it, he would have been astounded, let alone the Night Helmeted Owl, which was two levels below the deer.


    For a moment, Char felt a twinge of admiration and a sense of compassion. Just at that time, Freyja, who also couldn¡¯t bear to see the Night Helmeted Owl killed, spoke up.


    ¡°Char, is it possible not to kill the Night Helmeted Owl? I know beast taming skills, and I can help you tame both the Night Helmeted Owl and the Frost Crystal White Deer.¡±


    ¡°Sister Freyja, your beast taming skill is that high? You can tame other demon beasts besides the Floral Blue Leopard?¡± Char hadn¡¯t even spoken when Betty, who had been watching for a long time, excitedly interrupted.


    ¡°Yes.¡±


    Freyja nodded with a smile, but her gaze involuntarily fell on Char.


    Beast taming skill is a very powerful and practical skill; once developed to a certain extent, it can tame demon beasts.


    However, there are limits. Just because someone can tame demon beasts, it doesn¡¯t mean they can subdue countless demon beasts and form a vast demon beast army.


    That¡¯s impractical. When the number and strength of magic pets exceed a certain threshold because of jealousy or some other reason, they would start killing each other.


    So, when she had seen Char command so many magic pets before, she was utterly astonished.


    In her eyes, it was no less miraculous than witnessing the Ghost Flying Lizard¡¯s metamorphosis on the spot.


    ¡°That¡¯s great, then can Sister Freyja help Betty tame the Rain Sound Kingfisher? Betty wants the Rain Sound Kingfisher to become an animal companion,¡± Betty shrieked with excitement, flying up next to Freyja¡¯s arm and gently nudging Freyja¡¯s arm, cooing.


    ¡°Of course.¡±


    ¡°Fantastic!¡±


    Betty flew up beside Freyja¡¯s cheek and gave her a loud kiss, overjoyed.


    She was really too excited.


    These past two days, even with her ¡°meticulous care¡±, the Rain Sound Kingfisher had grown closer to her, but it had failed every time she tried to bind it with her ¡°animal companion¡± skill. This had left her quite discouraged.


    To think that Freyja had such a high level of beast taming skill; in the entire Green Rose Village, no elf had developed the skill to the point where they could tame demon beasts for others.


    Even very weak demon beasts.

 Chapter 79 - 32 Bronze-level Undead Overture

    Chapter 79: Chapter 32 Bronze-level, ¡°Undead Overture


    Chapter 79: Chapter 32 Bronze-level, ¡°Undead Overture


    In the garden, Char watched the scene with a smile.


    ¡°Then, Freyja, I¡¯ll leave the Frost Crystal White Deer and the Night Helmeted Owl in your care.¡±


    ¡°Thunder Night Dragon, release the Night Helmeted Owl.¡±


    After all the fuss and deciding not to kill it, the Thunder Night Dragon felt a slight displeasure. Shaking its head like a horse, it snorted, and blue-purple sparks sputtered from its mouth, only to cover its own face in soot.


    Nevertheless, albeit a bit grumpy, the Thunder Night Dragon obediently released its claws, and the Night Helmeted Owl, sensing the situation, refrained from launching a suicidal attack¡ªrevenge would have to wait for a more opportune moment.


    Now with the Thunder Night Dragon, the Clover Mantis, and the Floral Blue Leopard all watching closely, even the Frost Crystal White Deer, with its lack of spine, wouldn¡¯t pass up the chance to show off.


    Freyja stepped forward, making soothing gestures with her hands as she carefully approached.


    Fortunately, after two days of healing by the Clover Mantis, and with two days¡¯ rest, coupled with Freyja¡¯s own healing abilities, her abdominal wounds had greatly improved.


    Otherwise, with this half-squatting, cautious approach, it wouldn¡¯t be long before her wounds would split open again.


    The Floral Blue Leopard became alert at her side, ready to pounce at the first sign of any untoward movement from the Night Helmeted Owl.


    Finally, Freyja placed her palm on the head of the Night Helmeted Owl.


    Then, Freyja¡¯s expression turned solemn. Muttering under her breath, she uttered words Char couldn¡¯t understand, clearly different from the Elf Language she had used before.


    It was like some ancient and mysterious spell.


    A little bit of white light appeared, forming the shape of a white deer.


    Seeing the appearance of this white deer apparition, the Frost Crystal White Deer looked on curiously for a few moments, then arrogantly lifted its antlers with an air of ¡°you¡¯re not as pretty as me.¡±


    The white deer shadow flickered and then entered the head of the Night Helmeted Owl.


    ¡°Is it over? Is the taming successful?¡±


    Watching Freyja rise to her feet, Char was quite surprised.


    Freyja smiled, ¡°It¡¯s not that simple, this is just establishing a shallow spirit connection between the Night Helmeted Owl and me. It reduces the owl¡¯s hostility towards me and increases its affinity. More importantly, I can immediately sense any malice it might show.¡±


    ¡°As for the taming, that will take more time and effort, and whether it will be successful is unknown. Even the most skilled Beast Taming Master wouldn¡¯t dare guarantee they can tame a certain Demon Beast.¡±


    ¡°Alright, I¡¯ll leave the taming of the Night Helmeted Owls to you.¡±


    Char was very pleased, as Freyja¡¯s assistance was even greater than he had anticipated, and many things no longer required his direct involvement.


    Indeed, there was strength in numbers.


    Afterward, Char returned to the carriage. When the mission was settled, thirty strands of dazzling Praying Power appeared out of nowhere, and the splendid golden light faded.


    Inside the Prayer House, not only did thirty strands of Praying Power appear, but also a pale bone flute with dark gleams flowing over it from time to time.


    The Bone Flute was short and had only a few holes carved into it.


    [Undead Bone Flute (Bronze)]


    [Attributes]: Strength +1, Constitution +1, Intelligence +4, Perception +4


    [Skills]: Undead Overture (3rd Circle)


    [Introduction]: Fashioned from the finger bone of a powerful Undead, when played, it can control the Undead.


    It was Bronze-level equipment!


    Char was surprised and delighted.


    The task hadn¡¯t been difficult or dangerous, just somewhat cumbersome, and he was already pleasantly surprised by the reward of thirty strands of Praying Power. He hadn¡¯t expected an additional piece of Bronze-level equipment.


    He had thought the Undead Bone Flute would be at best a Black Iron piece of equipment, or even a plain one.


    But then he reckoned it made sense.


    The only reason he¡¯d completed the mission with such ease was his good fortune in encountering Freyja, who was, at the time, critically injured and near death.


    Had he not met Freyja, or had he not saved her life, things wouldn¡¯t have been so simple.


    He probably would have had to fight his way to Fallen Leaf Town, slowly clearing out the creatures, before he could uncover the truth of what happened there.


    The difficulty would have been much greater.


    Char then focused on the ¡°Undead Overture¡± skill, a 3rd Circle skill, which was higher than the two skills that came with the Fierce Feather Bow¡ª¡±Fierce Feathered Arrow¡± and ¡°Fire Bird Power¡± were both 2nd Circle skills.


    The Undead Bone Flute had the power to awaken bones and control the Undead. When its bearer was in a place with few bones, the Bone Flute¡¯s utility was minimal.


    However, when the bearer of the Undead Bone Flute was in the Bone Burying Land or even in the Land of Undead, its significance was much greater.


    Once the Undead Overture was played, within a one-kilometer radius, bones¡ªof course, they had to be relatively intact bones, not shattered fragments¡ªcould be turned into Undead.


    The undead transformed from their previous forms have levels based on their strength before death; the stronger they were in life, the higher the level they will have as undead.


    However, there is a limitation, with the highest Challenge Level being only 1. If the bones belong to a creature of great power, the ¡°Undead Overture¡± will not be able to awaken them.


    Additionally, there is a cap on the number of undead that can be raised, with a maximum of one hundred skeletons allowed.


    Having one hundred undead with Challenge Levels ranging from 0 to 1 is already a considerable fighting force, unless they are up against a Demon Beast as powerful as the Thunder Night Dragon. Otherwise, even creatures like the Clover Mantis would be in some danger.


    This is only if the Undead Bone Flute is sounded in the Bone Burying Land. If it were used in the Land of Undead, the effect of ¡°Undead Overture¡± would be even more astonishing, instantly controlling all undead within a radius of one kilometer.


    Though the number remains restricted to one hundred, the level limitation has increased; even undead with a Challenge Level of 2 would fall under immediate control.


    This effect is astounding and will boost Char¡¯s strength far beyond that of the Fierce Feather Bow.


    In his fight against the undead, the system has rewarded him with such an item, which truly shows consideration.


    At the moment, Char¡¯s only worry is whether he can equip the Undead Bone Flute at all.


    After all, his race and the Natural Seal on his body clash with the attributes of the Undead Bone Flute.


    Char picked up the Bone Flute from the Wish Stone Plate, and as soon as he held it, a cold power seeped into him through his palm. Instinctively, he shivered, and he faintly sensed an indelible, mild odor of decay.


    The ethereal voice of the system prompt echoed in his mind, and soon Char understood the situation.


    The good news is, he can equip the Undead Bone Flute.


    The bad news is, it¡¯s indeed incompatible with his attributes.


    If he forced himself to equip it, he could still gain Intelligence and Perception, but he would be unable to increase his Strength and Constitution. Instead, each of those attributes would be deducted by one point. And this was only the result of equipping it briefly; wearing it for a prolonged period would cause irreparable negative effects both physically and mentally.


    In addition, the effects of ¡°Undead Overture¡± would be reduced.


    The level cap remained the same, but the quantity had been halved, leaving only fifty.


    Even so, Char was satisfied.


    Upon sounding the flute, he could turn enemies into allies, turning fifty undead ranging from Challenge Levels 0 to 2 into his own forces. This power was already very strong, roughly equivalent to that of a Clover Mantis.


    The only trouble was that the item was difficult for him to carry.


    As long as he carried it on his person, whether in his hand or inside a leather bag, that persistent cold power would continue to affect his body and mind.


    But he soon thought of a solution.


    After calling the Thunder Night Dragon over, Char asked it to try taking the Undead Bone Flute into its mouth but not to swallow it.


    He remembered that the Thunder Night Dragon had the Ghost Attribute before it was recruited, and although it was no longer apparent, it didn¡¯t mean that the Death Power within it had vanished.


    Leaving the Undead Bone Flute in the care of the Thunder Night Dragon might not have a negative impact on it.


    ¡°How is it? Do you feel uncomfortable?¡± Char asked with concern, watching as the Thunder Night Dragon rolled its tongue and wrapped the Undead Bone Flute in its mouth.


    If the Thunder Night Dragon couldn¡¯t resist the negative effects of the Undead Bone Flute, Char would have to abandon the idea of carrying it with him.


    After all, the Undead Bone Flute is not as important as the Thunder Night Dragon, is it?


    Not just the Thunder Night Dragon, but in Char¡¯s heart, each Magic Pet, as well as Betty and Auson, were more important than the Undead Bone Flute, and by a great deal.


    The Thunder Night Dragon first widened its eyes, looking at Char with confusion, then shook its head quickly. To show that it was indeed not feeling any discomfort, it leaped about energetically, startling the Wind Winged Horse nearby into making several panicked neighs.


    Char laughed and affectionately stroked the Thunder Night Dragon¡¯s head. He then opened its character panel to check for any irregularities. Only when he was sure there were none did he instruct, ¡°Then, you¡¯ll be in charge of looking after the Undead Bone Flute from now on. Remember, don¡¯t swallow it by accident.¡±


    The Thunder Night Dragon nodded happily and jumped about a few more times.


    ¡­


    Not far away, Freyja, who was gathering herbs in the garden, watched this cheerful and harmonious scene, a smile involuntarily spreading across her face.


    Only after a good while did she lower her head and continue picking herbs.


    Kedel was a powerful Natural Prophet indeed; the garden was filled with a variety of Magic Plants of different purposes.


    Even though some precious and delicate plants had died from years of neglect, the remaining Magic Plants were of such high rank and variety that it amazed Freyja.


    For any Transcendent committed to the paths of nature and plants, aiming for accomplishment in the fields of Magic Plant Science, Magic Potion Alchemy, and Herbalism, this garden was a treasure trove that could save them decades of collection, cultivation, and accumulation.


    Freyja was currently picking herbs that would aid in healing her injuries¡ªshe had inquired beforehand and received Char¡¯s permission to do so.


    She had been severely injured by the Shark Lizard Beast, nearly fatally so; thus, despite the excellent healing abilities of the Clover Mantis, she could not recover from her injuries right away.


    To accelerate the healing process, she also needed to use herbs, utilizing the power of the plants to hasten the closure of her wounds and the regeneration of her internal organs.


    Yes, her internals had been partially damaged by the wounds that day. S§×ar?h the Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

 Chapter 80 - 33 Daily Life The Mighty Combat Power of

    Chapter 80: Chapter 33: Daily Life, The Mighty Combat Power of Thunder Night Dragon


    Chapter 80: Chapter 33: Daily Life, The Mighty Combat Power of Thunder Night Dragon


    Char was wakened by the aroma of food.


    At noon, when he woke up from the bed in his carriage¡¯s bedroom, the spicy scent drifting through the door cracks made him feel for a moment as if he had returned to Earth.


    He¡¯d been working overtime all night and had come back for some sleep. Upon waking, the smells of various spices stimulated by hot oil came wafting from the kitchen, where his girlfriend was cooking, whetting his appetite tremendously. S§×arch* The novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    ¡®That¡¯s not right, how long has it been since I broke up, where would a girlfriend come from?¡¯


    His jumbled thoughts quickly arranged themselves, and Char regained his wits, finally realizing where he was.


    ¡®But where is this spicy aroma coming from?¡¯


    With curiosity, Char opened the door to his room and entered the living room.


    The living room was very different from before, filled with more furniture and decorations. Not just the living room, even his bedroom had many more items, and the same went for the kitchen and bathroom.


    These items had all been moved from the cabin.


    Over the past two days, apart from clearing out minor undead creatures, the most he had done was transfer items from the cabin to the carriage, bit by bit, like an ant moving house.


    After all, compared to the cabin, the carriage was his real base, and if the undead crisis were to erupt prematurely, then he would have no choice but to abandon the Garden Secret Realm and flee in his carriage.


    In such a situation, to minimize losses, it made sense to move useful things to the carriage beforehand, making it easier to evacuate at any moment.


    Besides, wasn¡¯t the first task of upgrading the castle to decorate the carriage and make it more like a home? He would naturally take what he could from the available items.


    However, before he fell sound asleep, the arrangement of various pieces of furniture and decorations in the living room was not like it was now; it had completely changed.


    If Char hadn¡¯t been sure this was his living room, he might have thought he¡¯d entered the wrong room.


    He wasn¡¯t an expert at tidying up, though he did have an eye for aesthetics, which he had applied to painting and gaming. When it came to home decor, it wasn¡¯t that he entirely lacked taste; he was just too lazy to bother.


    So, the living room before was disorderly and plain, nothing aesthetically notable.


    But now, after moving a few items around, adjusting the positions of various animal specimens he¡¯d displayed on the wall, and adding some green fabrics and rugs in certain places, along with a few bunches of fresh flowers in vases, the entire living room had been transformed.


    It seemed like only minor adjustments, but all these small changes added together worked like a touch of alchemy, completely altering the appearance of the living room.


    It not only became very clean and tidy, which made it quite comfortable to look at, but also exuded a fresh, natural, and refined grace that made one instinctively want to take deep breaths, lifting one¡¯s spirits.


    Freyja, who was still busy in the kitchen, heard the noise from outside and turned to see Char standing in the living room, surveying his surroundings, and suddenly felt a bit uneasy.


    ¡°I¡¯m sorry, I saw it was a bit messy out here and couldn¡¯t help cleaning it up, if you¡­¡±


    Freyja said apologetically, with a hint of regret.


    If it were under normal circumstances, she wouldn¡¯t have been so presumptuous, but Char had saved her.


    Freyja, who had never been the recipient of such a huge favor before, didn¡¯t know how to repay him, so she was desperate to do something for Char.


    ¡°Thank you,¡± Char quickly interrupted her, ¡°Thank you, Freyja.¡±


    Then he spoke in a relaxed tone, ¡°I was just wondering how to get it sorted.¡±


    Freyja quietly breathed a sigh of relief.


    ¡°Lunch will be ready soon.¡±


    Looking at Freyja¡¯s busy figure, Char¡¯s mood inexplicably improved.


    He wasn¡¯t at all surprised to find Freyja in his carriage, for it was something he had agreed to.


    Although they had only spent a brief time together, Char had already developed full trust in Freyja¡¯s character.


    Freyja was not only upright and kind but also had a strong sense of propriety.


    During her earlier time alone in the Garden Secret Realm, except for wandering the garden and entering the kitchen, she did not step into any other room like the study, the laboratory, and the Mushroom House behind it without his permission.


    Let alone the carriage.


    With such character traits, what else was there to doubt or guard against?


    Char was now very comfortable with Freyja, so earlier that day, he had taken her for a tour around the carriage.


    Moreover, the Prayer House recognized its master.


    He had tested it with Betty before; without him actively opening the door, Betty couldn¡¯t get into the Prayer House at all¡ªeven if she did get inside with him, Betty couldn¡¯t perform a Prayer.


    The Praying Power recognized only Char.


    Before long, Freyja brought up the remaining dishes.


    Char had been curious, and now unable to wait, he sat down, picked up his knife and fork, and speared a piece of meat, bringing it to his mouth.


    It did have a spicy taste!


    Char was pleasantly surprised; he had always preferred strong flavors, but he had been unable to find any spices before, so all the food could only be boiled or roasted. Even with varying recipes, it was just passable.


    As for having a hearty appetite, that was not the case, but now Freyja had actually added some spicy seasoning to the dishes. He had no idea where she had gotten them from.


    Freyja had been closely watching Char¡¯s expression and began to explain, ¡°I noticed you ate little of the other dishes yesterday, and only the roasted fish with a bit of spicy seasoning you ate more of, so I added more spicy seasoning today.¡±


    ¡°All these spicy seasonings are picked from the garden. I¡¯ve prepared and stored them in different jars.¡±


    Careful! She was just so careful!


    Considerate! She was just so considerate!


    Honestly, before this, Char had never imagined that his first real companion from an otherworldly realm (excluding Betty and Auson) would be so attentive and understanding, making their cohabitation feel like a breath of fresh air.


    Even at the moment he decided to save Freyja, he hadn¡¯t expected this.


    This was even better than his most ideal fantasy.


    After lunch, Char insisted on washing the dishes with the Lotus Leaf Frog, and told Freyja that in the future when there is work to be done, she could call on the Magic Pets for help. Betty and Auson were not to be idle; everyone and every pet had to participate in labor.


    After that, he called upon the Thunder Night Dragon, Clover Mantis, Lantern Firefly, Star Worm, and the Floral Blue Leopard and once again set out.


    Considering that the Frost Crystal White Deer had always been very sensible and non-aggressive, he included it this time as well.


    Although overwhelmed with too much astonishing information, after a brief moment of thought, Char quickly cleared his mind.


    He was definitely not a match for the Undead Mage, who could single-handedly kill everyone on his side¡ªincluding the Thunder Night Dragon, which wouldn¡¯t stand a chance against the enemy, not to mention that the opponent could command so many undead.


    If the Undead Mage had already awakened and broken the seal, Char would, of course, have fled as far as possible.


    But now, hadn¡¯t the Undead Mage not yet awakened nor broken the seal?


    To him, the Land of Undead was a large monster instance¡ªcertainly still dangerous, but it was an excellent place to grind for monsters.


    So, what he should be doing now was to continue luring and killing monsters, while accumulating Praying Power and weakening the enemy¡¯s strength. Then, he would transport the fallen undead back for the Ghost Lamp Green Vine to extract the Power of Undead.


    To overcome this crisis, the Ghost Lamp Green Vine was clearly the key item. If he could make the Ghost Lamp mature and bloom before the crisis broke out, their side would gain a powerful ally.


    After that, it was time to upgrade the Castle and continue to recruit new pets. The more Magic Pets he had, the stronger his capability to withstand risks.


    Leading a host of Magic Pets, Char began grinding monsters.


    While he sent the Thunder Night Dragon alone into the Land of Undead to clear out monsters, he worked with the Clover Mantis, Floral Blue Leopard, Lantern Firefly, and Frost Crystal White Deer to transport the killed undead, again and again.


    Not only the undead they killed just now, but also the undead they had slain two days earlier, were all transported back to the Garden Secret Realm.


    Watching the Ghost Lamp Green Vine spread out like it came to life, covering the undead¡¯s shattered bones and then quickly contracting back in with the multitude of bones, Char felt a sense of accomplishment akin to that of a proud farmer.


    As if fertilizer had been applied and the crops began to sprout and grow prominently, the results were remarkable and swift.


    During the process of clearing undead and transporting their remains, Char fully recognized the might of the Thunder Night Dragon.


    Most of the time, it didn¡¯t even need to use skills; its standard attacks were enough to instantly slay enemies. With a single claw strike, it could shatter or crush the undead¡¯s skulls, and a fierce lash of its tail could send the undead flying, dispersing into a cloud of bone fragments before even hitting the ground.


    If it utilized its skills, the results were even more fearsome; a single Thunder Light Grid and a swath of undead would be caught, followed by a crackling display of blue-purple lightning, leaving the undead heavily decimated.


    That was just the level 3 ¡°Thunder Light Grid¡±. If it unleashed the level 4 ¡°Thunder Annihilation Cannon¡±, the effects were even more exaggerated.


    With one shot, no matter the level of the undead or their numbers, they would be pierced in an instant, and no thick encirclement could withstand it.


    Therefore, even though there were fewer forces deployed this time, the efficiency of clearing monsters was many times higher than the previous Clover Mantis and Floral Blue Leopard, so that Char didn¡¯t need to stay nearby to overlook the fight.


    The Clover Mantis and Floral Blue Leopard might get stuck in the Land of Undead, needing help from others, but there was no such possibility for the Thunder Night Dragon. Even if surrounded by too many undead at once, it could definitely break through and fight again when opportunity arose.


    ¡­


    Char stood upon the blackened land tinged with death, gazing at the sparse woods, the withered yellow wild grass, and the decaying branches and leaves, feeling somewhat distressed.


    The scent of death naturally repels living creatures, and since he bore the Natural Seal, as someone touched by nature¡¯s mark, seeing such destruction and decay in the natural world, it would be strange not to feel upset.

 Chapter 81 - 34 Encounter White Bone Giant Python

    Chapter 81: Chapter 34 Encounter, White Bone Giant Python


    Chapter 81: Chapter 34 Encounter, White Bone Giant Python


    However, uncomfortable as he was, Char¡¯s spirits were still lifted.


    Because the results were gratifying.


    Previously, the Clover Mantis and the Floral Blue Leopard had cleared out a good batch of the Undead, notably thinning their numbers in this direction, already forming a kind of counter-push¡ªat least in the direction of the Garden Secret Realm, a counter-push was taking shape.


    Now, with the Thunder Night Dragon taking action, its powerful combat capabilities were overwhelming; there was no need to lure the monsters, but to directly invade the Land of Death.


    Glancing at the task bar and thanks to the completion of the ¡°Wandering Undead¡± task, he had gained a whopping thirty wisps of Praying Power in one go.


    Currently, thanks to the mighty combat power of the Thunder Night Dragon, even though many types of Undead had already been killed earlier, this short but devastating slaughtering spree contributed almost twenty more wisps of Praying Power to him.


    At this thought, a spark of inspiration suddenly flashed through Char¡¯s mind.


    Among the Undead, he had killed in these days, many had already been killed once in their living form, like goblins, brown-tailed roe deer, and Wind Scythe Locusts.


    In theory, killing them again wouldn¡¯t contribute any more Praying Power.


    But after they were slain and turned into Undead, the system seemed to regard them as new types of monsters. Thus, killing them again contributed Praying Power once more.


    Then, could he create Undead himself and kill them to gain more Praying Power?


    Killing two birds with one stone! Create more Praying Power out of thin air?


    And even more so, could he possibly trigger an Undead cataclysm¡­


    When this thought crossed his mind, Char himself was startled. He immediately snuffed out this dreadful idea and refocused his attention on the present.


    Now, in the blink of an eye, he had over fifty wisps of Praying Power.


    Adding in the items left by Kedel and the help from Freyja, the first Castle upgrade task would probably be completed soon as well, which would be another fifty wisps of Praying Power.


    ¡­


    Char silently calculated in his heart, feeling the more he calculated, the brighter his future seemed.


    ¡°Let¡¯s move on, we¡¯ll continue to follow.¡±


    He said to his Magic Pets.


    With the Thunder Night Dragon leading the way, there was no need for them to join the fight; they just had to follow behind and collect and carry the bones of the Undead.


    Just then, an angry roar came from the Thunder Night Dragon in the sky, and Char¡¯s expression immediately changed.


    This was the first time the Thunder Night Dragon had let out such a surprised and angry roar. Without a second word, he found the tallest tree nearby and clambered up.


    Faster still were the Clover Mantis, the Floral Blue Leopard, and the Lantern Firefly.


    The Clover Mantis flew out of the forest in an instant, reaching into the sky.


    It was quick to react, fast, and could fly, naturally making it the fastest to ascend.


    The Floral Blue Leopard and the Lantern Firefly were a bit slower, reaching the heights almost simultaneously.


    The Floral Blue Leopard¡¯s innate talent, compounded with many years of staying by Freyja¡¯s side, meant it was quick to react with ample combat experience. If it weren¡¯t flightless, its speed reaching the tree canopy wouldn¡¯t have been much slower than that of the Clover Mantis.


    The Lantern Firefly was also quick to react and capable of flight, but its speed was much inferior to that of the Clover Mantis, so it was considerably slower.


    Only the Star Worm, neither a warrior by nature nor at a high level, was only just fluttering up leisurely.


    But at that moment, Char had no time to pay attention to it; all his focus was on the Thunder Night Dragon, which was furiously spewing bolts from its Thunder Annihilation Cannon in the distance.


    A ball of blue-purple lightning condensed in the Thunder Night Dragon¡¯s mouth, and the next second, it shot out at a speed greater than any attack Char had previously seen.


    He could barely trace its path, let alone dodge it.


    But an enemy that could cause the Thunder Night Dragon to issue a cry of shock and rage couldn¡¯t possibly be ordinary, and countless White Bone Giant Pythons emerged from the forest, converging into an oversized Bone Shield.


    The Thunder Annihilation Cannon directly hit the Bone Shield, enflaming in a glaring blue-purple lightning flash, shattering it and sending bone fragments flying.


    Countless Bone Spears shot upwards while the Thunder Night Dragon turned into a dark phantom, dodging like lightning.


    Next, Char saw a huge White Bone Giant Python winding around a tall tree, quickly reaching the top, rearing its head to hiss silently at the sky-bound Thunder Cloud, its eyes blazing with ghostly green soul fire, sending waves of invisible shock emanating in all directions.


    Fast!


    Too fast!


    The exchange between the Thunder Night Dragon and the White Bone Giant Python was too quick to follow; in the blink of an eye, they had clashed several rounds, leaving Char unable to catch up.


    ¡°Damn it! I told you not to go too deep!¡±


    Seeing a Bone Spear lodged in the Thunder Night Dragon¡¯s wing, Char felt both anxious and pained¡ªon top of that, a hint of frustration.


    At this moment, the Thunder Night Dragon was far from him, and given the distance, it was clear that it had gotten carried away, ignoring his warnings completely and excitedly delving too deep to the point of being ambushed by the White Bone Giant Python and suffering a slight setback.


    ¡°Let¡¯s go! Move forward to help!¡±


    Char called out, stepping on the branches while lowering himself from the tree and sprinting toward the direction of the Thunder Night Dragon.


    From the battle situation, the Challenge Level of that White Bone Giant Python should be as high as the Thunder Night Dragon¡¯s, and perhaps the Thunder Night Dragon might be a bit stronger.


    The reason why the Thunder Night Dragon is at a disadvantage now is firstly because it was ambushed right from the start and got injured, and secondly because the White Bone Giant Python has helpers ¨C a large number of Undead are continuously launching attacks on the Thunder Night Dragon, and even for the Thunder Night Dragon, it is impossible not to be affected.


    This is also why Char made the decision he did now, calling the Clover Mantises to move forward and help.


    If the Challenge Level of that White Bone Giant Python exceeded Level 8, he would definitely call for the Clover Mantises to retreat immediately, retreating back to the Garden Secret Realm as fast as possible.


    As for the Thunder Night Dragon? It could only pray for good fortune, to see if it could escape by utilizing its flying advantage.


    Because it couldn¡¯t be saved!


    Rash attempts to rescue would only ensnare them further, leading to the Clover Mantises, Floral Blue Leopards, Lantern Fireflies, and Star Worms all dying in battle.


    For both him and his Magic Pets, a monster of Challenge Level 9 was far too lethal.


    In a situation where the Thunder Night Dragon couldn¡¯t fully withstand the opponent, any casual attack from the enemy could potentially lead to their total annihilation.


    To sacrifice all of his Magic Pets for a single one, and even possibly die himself?


    Char couldn¡¯t make such a choice.


    Therefore, if the Challenge Level of that White Bone Giant Python exceeded Level 8, he could only give up on the Thunder Night Dragon.


    Although it was cruel, it was the rational choice.


    But since the Challenge Level of that White Bone Giant Python did not exceed Level 8, there was still a chance to fight.


    The Clover Mantises didn¡¯t say a word and just rushed forward, with even the Star Worms being no exception.


    Only the Frost Crystal White Deer hesitated, as if wanting to take the opportunity to flee, but after a moment, it too headed toward the direction of the Thunder Night Dragon and leaped forward.


    Even because of its astonishing jumping ability, it acted later but arrived first, overtaking everyone else and charging to the forefront at once.


    ¡­


    Inside the Garden Secret Realm, Freyja walked into Char¡¯s bedroom.


    She hadn¡¯t helped tidy and change it before because Char was sleeping inside, and she hadn¡¯t been explicitly invited by Char, so she hadn¡¯t entered the bedroom.


    But before Char left, he asked her to help, and of course, Freyja had no reason to refuse.


    As she entered the bedroom, she first saw a set of clothes, not the kind that looked very intricate and beautiful at first glance, but one could tell they were women¡¯s clothes.


    There was also a note placed on the clothes.


    With a slightly surprised expression, Freyja picked up the note and glanced at it.


    With just one glance, a faint blush spread across her cheeks, Freyja felt a touch of shyness, but this was soon swept away by a slight joy and the relief of having let out a held breath.


    The note was left by Char, telling her these were clothes left for her, which she could wear as she pleased.


    She hadn¡¯t changed her clothes for days, and the blood stains on her armor hadn¡¯t been thoroughly washed away, as she only had this one set of clothes ¨C her spare clothes had been lost during the attack and pursuit by the Shark Lizard Beasts.


    Even though Wood Elves sweat less and have a natural fragrance of grass and trees, after a few days, she also began to smell, and Freyja herself felt somewhat uncomfortable. If she didn¡¯t get a change of clothes, she would have gathered the courage to ask Char if she could borrow his clothes to wear. S§×ar?h the ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Unexpectedly, before she could speak, Char had already taken note of her predicament.


    ¡®Could it be, he smelled the odor on me?¡¯


    Freyja¡¯s first reaction was embarrassment and shame, followed by happiness and a sense of relief.


    After all, she finally had a change of clothes, and furthermore, Char¡¯s attentiveness and thoughtfulness inexplicably made her happy.


    She just didn¡¯t know where Char had gotten women¡¯s clothes from.


    ¡°Where did these clothes come from? They¡¯re so pretty, did Mr. Char leave them? Why doesn¡¯t Betty have any?¡±


    Betty, who had gotten used to following Freyja when Char wasn¡¯t around, also saw the clothes on the bed and immediately started chattering, followed by an exclamation.


    ¡°I know! They were transformed by the Prayer House!¡±


    ¡®Prayer House? Is it that solemn room next to the bedroom?¡¯ Freyja thought to herself.


    Since Char had never explicitly said she could enter that room, Freyja had never attempted to go in.


    However, even from the outside, Freyja could feel the holy and solemn atmosphere emanating from within, a sensation she had only experienced in the temples of several Divines in her tribe.


    ¡®So, the room is under the watchful gaze of a Divine?¡¯


    Freyja quickly dispelled her inner thoughts, not daring to contemplate further.


    Just as she planned to have a wash and then change into clean clothes, a distant, barely audible angry dragon roar came from afar.


    ¡°Is that the roar of the Thunder Night Dragon?¡±


    Betty, who was fluttering above the clothes, stopped and said uncertainly.

 Chapter 82 - 35 Thorny Bone Snake Special Animated Object

    Chapter 82: Chapter 35 Thorny Bone Snake, Special Animated Object ¨C Praying Light Sword


    Chapter 82: Chapter 35 Thorny Bone Snake, Special Animated Object ¨C Praying Light Sword


    In the Mushroom House, Auson, who was taking care of his beloved mushrooms, suddenly disappeared from inside the house and then reappeared outside the small cabin, looking in the direction from which sounds were coming.


    In the second section of the carriage, the Lotus Leaf Frog, spewing water from its mouth and energetically cleaning the floor, also stopped and looked into the distance.


    In front of the carriage, the Wind Winged Horse let out a restless neigh.


    Behind the house, perched on a water fir tree and grooming its feathers, the Night Helmeted Owl paused in its movements.


    Without a word, Freyja rushed out of the bedroom, grabbed her equipment, and leaped down from the carriage as if flying.


    ¡°Betty, you all stay in the Secret Realm! Auson, open the Secret Realm for me!¡±


    Outside, Freyja¡¯s voice was heard.


    At that moment, she completely shed her gentle, serene, and somewhat shy demeanor, instantly transforming back into the form of an Elite Ranger. Every fine wrinkle between her brows emanated a heroic and murderous aura.


    Seeing Freyja like this, nobody would doubt that she was a battle-hardened elite warrior!


    In front of the Mushroom House, Auson hesitated.


    Previously, Char had instructed him not to ¡°open the door¡± for Freyja.


    But considering Char¡¯s attitude towards Freyja over the past few days, as well as his and Betty¡¯s natural closeness to her, Auson hesitated for a moment before he began to open the ¡°door¡± for Freyja.


    The green wall opened, and Freyja¡¯s figure flashed past.


    ¡°Just stay in the Secret Realm, and don¡¯t come out no matter what!¡±


    Outside, Freyja¡¯s concerned voice was heard again.


    ¡­


    The scenery around her quickly reversed as Freyja leveraged her advantages as a Wood Elf Ranger, moving briskly through the forest.


    From her earliest memories to now, Freyja had rarely felt so tense.


    Even when she had encountered the attack of the Shark Lizard Beast before, her heart had never been as troubled and anxious as it was now: if something happened to Char, how could she repay him?


    ¡­


    [Thorny Bone Snake]


    [Skills]: White Bone Thorns Dance (4th Circle), Bone Giant Shield (3rd Circle), Spear of the Dead Bone (3rd Circle), Bone Regeneration (3rd Circle)


    [Challenge Level]: 8


    [Introduction]: One of the new rulers of the Land of Undead, a giant python that was awakened after death became a powerful Undead. The Thorny Bone Snake possesses the ability to manipulate white bones, continuously generating fearsome bones as if inexhaustibly, making it one of the most powerful undead in the Land of Undead.


    When Char dashed close enough, the system panel for the White Bone Giant Python finally popped up.


    Looking at the Thorny Bone Snake¡¯s panel, although Char¡¯s expression was still anxious and his face was stern, deep inside he heaved a sigh of relief.


    Because the Challenge Level of the Thorny Bone Snake indeed did not reach Level 9, and from the panel, its overall strength was indeed somewhat less than that of the Thunder Night Dragon.


    After all, the Thunder Night Dragon had two 4th Circle Skills, while this Thorny Bone Snake only had one.


    In his mad dash, Char bent the Fierce Feather Bow and fired an arrow; the arrowfeather blazed, a firebird ascended, and the searing arrowfeather exploded, engulfing several Undead.


    However, Char didn¡¯t dare to get too close; if he was too close and the Thorny Bone Snake launched an attack, the Thunder Night Dragon might not be able to stop it in time, and he might not be able to dodge in time either.


    Therefore, his arrow feather could only strike the outermost Undead.


    Likewise, the Clover Mantis, Floral Blue Leopard, and the Frost Crystal White Deer also almost simultaneously launched their attacks.


    Leaf Blade, Ice Frost, Green Flames, Red Fire¡­


    Except for the Star Worm, which was flying slowly and hadn¡¯t caught up, and thus didn¡¯t attack due to insufficient range, all other Demon Beasts launched their attacks.


    Though significantly outnumbered, Char¡¯s side had a high average level, and combined, their combat strength was quite considerable.


    The sudden attack immediately caused substantial casualties among the Undead who were continuously assaulting the Thunder Night Dragon, but it also attracted a lot of attention from the Undead.


    Many of the Undead turned around and launched an attack towards Char and his team, and as Char kept dashing deeper, his Natural Seal shone like a bright lamp in the night, attracting the attention of many Undead on the road.


    These Undead were also converging towards them, and some had already reached Char.


    In the blink of an eye, Char, along with the Clover Mantis, Floral Blue Leopard, and other Magic Pets, found themselves surrounded and under increased pressure.


    Just then, a gleam of Morning Light suddenly shone from the side.


    It was clearly daytime, but the dawn-like light that shone from the side forcefully created a sensation of dawn breaking through the darkness.


    The dazzling Morning Light shone on the bodies of the Undead, who immediately let out agonizing shrieks. Wisps of black smoke emerged from their surfaces and were quickly purified by the Morning Light. S§×ar?h the ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    A sword light, like a beam of morning sunlight, entered the field and quickly circled around Char and his companions. Everywhere it passed, no Undead could withstand a single strike, and all were pierced through!


    After one round, the pressure on Char and his companions had drastically decreased.


    This sword light, which seemed to have strayed from a world of immortals, did not stop after one round but continued to slaughter the Undead, behaving as if it wouldn¡¯t stop until all the Undead were exterminated.


    ¡®What is this¡ª?¡¯


    Char¡¯s gaze followed the light of the sword, and soon, system information appeared from above the sword light.


    [Praying Light Sword (Animate Object)]


    [Skills]: Dawn Light (Level 4), Light Sword (Level 3), Sharp (Level 3), High-speed Flight (Level 3)


    [Challenge Level]: 6


    [Introduction]: Animate objects are made with powerful magic and are used to execute their creator¡¯s commands. In the absence of new commands, they will as much as possible perfect the last command received. A typical Sky Sword has only a Challenge Level of 1, but this is a special Sky Sword, crafted using mighty divine arts, imbued with the power of morning light. And the last command it received was¡ªkill all undead.


    Over the years, the Praying Light Sword had been doing its utmost to eradicate the undead, day after day, year after year¡­


    If you could resolve this undead crisis, then perhaps, you might have a chance to tame the Praying Light Sword.


    Surprise!


    Char hadn¡¯t expected to find such a powerful friendly unit hidden in this Land of Undead.


    Just from the skills alone, the Praying Light Sword was no less impressive than the Thorny Bone Snake¡ªboth had one Level 4 skill and three Level 3 skills, who was more noble?


    The unexpected appearance of the Praying Light Sword greatly reduced Char¡¯s pressure, and at this moment, the Thunder Night Dragon also made its move.


    It was smart enough to see that Char and the others were rushing over to help it, and immediately flew towards them while at the same time, activating the Thunder Annihilation Cannon again, spraying it towards the Thorny Bone Snake.


    In the exploding blue-purple thunder light, countless white bones trying to block the Thorny Bone Snake were blown away, but this move did not cause much damage to the Thorny Bone Snake.


    Soon the Thorny Bone Snake poked its head out from the canopy again, and the damaged bones were quickly regenerating, undergoing repairs.


    However, the Thunder Night Dragon was not trying to inflict heavy damage on the Thorny Bone Snake, its aim was merely to blast the Thorny Bone Snake away a distance, to keep Char and the others safer.


    After blasting the Thorny Bone Snake away, the Thunder Night Dragon, while flapping its dragon wings, used the recoil to quickly close the distance between itself and Char¡¯s group.


    Then, with a fierce flap of its dragon wings and amid a painful dragon moan, it sent the bone spears on its wings flying.


    The bone spear traced a streak in the air, lightning-fast, and pierced a deer-shaped undead, nailing it firmly to the ground.


    Char was too familiar with the purpose of the Thunder Night Dragon¡¯s actions, so as soon as the Thunder Night Dragon flew within casting range, the Clover Mantis launched the skill it had been brewing.


    A burst of emerald light soared into the sky, perfectly entering the Thunder Night Dragon¡¯s wound, and clovers appeared on the bloody wound, quickly covering it.


    By the time the clovers disappeared, the wound on the Thunder Night Dragon had visibly shrunk significantly.


    ¡°Aww¡ª¡±


    The Thunder Night Dragon let out a satisfying dragon moan.


    The electric light at its tail suddenly burst into flashing, and then with a fierce downward lash, the next second, a blue-purple net of electric light fell to the ground, entangling a large group of undead that had turned around to attack Char, the Clover Mantis, and the others.


    The blue-purple electric light penetrated the forest, continuously flickering, and when the electric net disappeared, the entangled undead were almost completely dead or injured.


    Suddenly, a small object flew out of the mouth of the Thunder Night Dragon.


    Such a small object was hardly noticeable in such a chaotic battlefield, but Char had been prepared, and thus he caught it swiftly as it flew over.


    In an instant, a chilling sensation pierced straight to his heart.


    Char paid no mind to the Thunder Night Dragon¡¯s saliva covering it, grabbed the Undead Bone Flute in his mouth, and then grabbed the Star Worm that had been closely following him and tucked it into his clothes.


    The next second, he flipped onto the deer, mounting the Frost Crystal White Deer.


    ¡°Retreat!¡±


    If it had been before, Char might not have trusted his fate to the Frost Crystal White Deer, in case it suddenly turned hostile.


    But just now, the Frost Crystal White Deer had fully proven itself:


    It had willingly followed them up, what more could this prove?


    In Char¡¯s heart, he had already recognized the other party, and now the Frost Crystal White Deer was only lacking a bath in Prayer Light to become a Magic Pet.


    The speed of the Frost Crystal White Deer was naturally much faster than Char¡¯s; lifting its front legs and gently pushing off with its back legs, it had already turned into an elegant white shadow that dashed out.


    The Clover Mantis followed closely behind, Emerald Light Blade fully extended, like an elegant yet deadly swordsman blocking the attacks coming from behind.


    The Floral Blue Leopard did similarly, elegantly sprinting while occasionally launching attacks behind.


    Green Flames surrounded the forest, blocking the undead.


    The Clover Mantis and the Floral Blue Leopard were strong enough to keep up with the Frost Crystal White Deer¡¯s speed while launching attacks, but the Lantern Firefly could not.


    It had to fly at full speed just to keep up with the Frost Crystal White Deer.


    If the Lantern Firefly couldn¡¯t keep up, the Star Worm was even less capable.


    That¡¯s why Char had grabbed it and tucked it into his clothes just now, otherwise, carrying it along and letting it fly on its own would have surely left the Star Worm falling into the encirclement of the undead by now.


    A gloomy, strange Undead Overture played, and a faint blue ring of Soul Fire appeared under the feet of the Frost Crystal White Deer, quickly spreading in all directions and vanished from sight in the blink of an eye.

 Chapter 83 - 36 The Remarkably Effective Undead Bone

    Chapter 83: Chapter 36 The Remarkably Effective Undead Bone Flute, The Terrifying White Bone Thorns Dance


    Chapter 83: Chapter 36 The Remarkably Effective Undead Bone Flute, The Terrifying White Bone Thorns Dance


    The Undead chasing from behind, as well as the scattered Undead coming from several other directions, immediately froze as if rooted to the spot, their soul fire flickering violently within their eye sockets.


    In an instant, in Char¡¯s perception, a connection formed between himself and roughly fifty Undead. These undead varied in strength, yet all of them, through the power of the Undead Bone Flute, had accepted his enslavement.


    Then, with a command from Char¡¯s heart, these fifty Undead immediately turned on their fellow comrades and began to attack.


    An ¡°infighting¡± among the Undead caused the attacks from behind to diminish greatly, almost to nothing.


    The effect was extraordinarily good!


    Char was pleasantly surprised in his heart.


    The Undead Bone Flute was indeed a ¡°Little Divine Artifact,¡± and even though its attribute did not match his perfectly, leading to a reduced effect, in the Land of Undead, it still produced an immediate and striking effect.


    The crisis was almost averted, and Char¡¯s mood relaxed a bit, the Frost Crystal White Deer¡¯s speed also slowed down¡ªafter all, even the Frost Crystal White Deer couldn¡¯t sustain a full sprint indefinitely.


    Just then, a huge commotion arose from behind.


    The tail of the Thorny Bone Snake suddenly burst into a growth of white bone, rapidly swelling and in the blink of an eye, transforming into a long whip of White Bone Thorns.


    The lengthy bone whip lashed out at the Thunder Night Dragon back and forth with no success and then suddenly coiled into a serpentine formation, dancing and writhing up and down like a snake¡¯s body.


    The next second, all the bone spurs aimed at the Thunder Night Dragon and shot out!


    The Thunder Night Dragon was so frightened it dared not to continue showing off its bravery and immediately initiated ¡°Night Shadow Shuttling¡±¡ªit had confidence to block dozens, even a hundred bone spurs, but facing so many? Even it was afraid!


    Skill activated, the Thunder Night Dragon instantly became a dark phantom, shuttling back and forth among the dense array, performing various extreme flying maneuvers in a short time.


    The bone spurs exploded in all directions, causing the surrounding trees to collapse with a thunderous crash, the area spreading outwards from the center in a circular pattern, kicking up dust everywhere, but once the outbreak ended, the Thunder Night Dragon emerged from its phantom state completely unharmed.


    In the forest, Char watched the commotion behind him.


    He silently rejoiced, never expecting the White Bone Thorns Dance of the Thorny Bone Snake to cause such a disturbance; it was a true spectacle creator.


    The damage was not necessarily stronger than the Thunder Night Dragon¡¯s Thunder Annihilation Cannon, but in terms of the shocking effect of the scene, the White Bone Thorns Dance clearly had the upper hand.


    No!


    It was far superior!


    Luckily, his retreat was timely. Had he lingered on the spot a little longer, he would have been hit by the exploding bone spurs and might have been severely injured, or even killed.


    Thinking this, Char couldn¡¯t help but worry about the Praying Light Sword.


    When he retreated, although he called for the Praying Light Sword to follow, it was not his Magic Pet and had stayed behind to fight.


    Before long, the Morning Light shone through, and the Praying Light Sword flew between the trees towards him.


    Char let out a sigh of relief.


    Meanwhile, in the sky, the Thunder Night Dragon, after a series of highly difficult dodges, took advantage of the moment right after the Thorny Bone Snake had performed its White Bone Thorns Dance, retaliating fiercely with a Thunder Annihilation Cannon.


    After blasting the Thorny Bone Snake away again, the Thunder Night Dragon, having just cast multiple skills, wanted to continue attacking but was actually too exhausted and could only glower angrily at the Thorny Bone Snake before chasing after Char.


    Char rode the Frost Crystal White Deer to the edge of the Land of Undead, and to his surprise, the Praying Light Sword closely followed him all the way.


    At that moment, Char saw Freyja coming through the forest.


    Seeing Char safe and sound, Freyja visibly relaxed.


    ¡°Are you alright?¡±


    His gaze swept over Freyja¡¯s worried face and the fresh blood seeping again from her abdomen¡ªvigorous movement had caused her wound to split open once more.


    A surge of emotion welled up within him.


    ¡°I¡¯m fine, Clover Mantis, heal Freyja.¡± After tucking away the emotion, Char spoke to Clover Mantis.


    ¡°No need, let the Floral Blue Leopard do it,¡± Freyja quickly interjected.


    The Floral Blue Leopard stepped forward and activated ¡°Green Vine Grass.¡± Green vines grew from Freyja¡¯s wound, entwined around each other, knotted, and eventually bloomed with bright red little flowers.


    Freyja¡¯s gaze then turned to the Praying Light Sword nearby. sea??h th§× ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    ¡°Is this¡­ the Sky Sword?¡±


    She had seen animated objects before, but such a strong animated object was a first for her.


    This Sky Sword felt very dangerous to her, and it was likely stronger than both her and the Floral Blue Leopard combined, especially since she had used several trump cards to escape from the Shark Lizard Beast.


    ¡°Yes, it suddenly appeared and helped me. It should be a Sky Sword forged by the priests of the Dawn God. Oh, it¡¯s called the Praying Light Sword,¡± Char Freya said, about to turn and attempt to communicate with the Praying Light Sword only to see it promptly depart.


    The morning light receded, and in the blink of an eye, the Praying Light Sword vanished from Char and Freyja¡¯s sight.


    It seemed he would have to wait until after the ¡°dungeon clearance¡± to ¡°subdue¡± the Praying Light Sword, Char thought to himself.


    The group did not linger on the edge of the Land of Undead for long. Although the Thorny Bone Snake did not give chase, the restlessness of the Undead had quieted.


    But who knows? Just to be safe, it was better to leave as quickly as possible.


    ¡­


    In the Garden Secret Realm, Betty chirped incessantly, ¡°Mr. Char, Lady Tangling, Mr. Night Dragon, and the annoying Mr. Lantern, I¡¯m so glad you¡¯re all safe!¡±

 Chapter 84 - 36 The Remarkably Effective Undead Bone

    Chapter 84: Chapter 36 The Remarkably Effective Undead Bone Flute, The Terrifying White Bone Thorns Dance_2


    Chapter 84: Chapter 36 The Remarkably Effective Undead Bone Flute, The Terrifying White Bone Thorns Dance_2


    On the way back, the Thunder Night Dragon initially had a smug look, but after several attempts to show off in front of Char without any engagement from him, its raised tail eventually drooped.


    Realizing its mistake, it started to cautiously observe Char¡¯s expressions.


    Freyja returned to Char¡¯s bedroom, picked up the clothes prepared for her by Char, and walked towards Kedel¡¯s cabin. She already felt dirty and after a bout of frantic running, she was covered in sweat, making her feel even more uncomfortable.


    Unable to wait even a moment, she immediately wanted to take a bath in the cabin¡¯s washroom, then change into clean clothes, and wash the ones she took off.


    In the garden, Betty, Auson, and the other Magic Pets also sensed the oppressive air emanating from Char and reacted differently.


    Betty stopped talking and moved her gaze back and forth between Char and the Thunder Night Dragon, seemingly trying to understand what had happened.


    Compared to Betty, Auson was much less sensitive, seeing that there was no issue with Char and others, he used Earth Escape and returned to the Mushroom House.


    The Clover Mantis seemed to want to ease the atmosphere but hesitated; the anxious Lotus Leaf Frog immediately made an abrupt stop and crouched to one side without daring to speak as if it was aggrieved.


    Lantern Firefly observed the situation briefly, then flew off to train by itself.


    The recent battle made it increasingly aware of its own weaknesses.


    Only the Star Worm, relying on Char¡¯s affection, dared to emit flashes of light and flew back and forth in front of him, pleading for the Thunder Night Dragon.


    Char kept a straight face and said, ¡°Didn¡¯t I tell you before to advance slowly and not to get carried away and push too deep all at once?¡±


    Apart from the Undead Mage, the ultimate boss in the Land of Undead, there are several minor bosses; Char knew this after Freyja translated the diary left by Kedel.


    The original Undead Mage had several powerful undead under his command, after all, an Undead Mage¡¯s main combat power comes from his undead minions.


    Although most of these powerful undead were killed by Kedel and the experts from Fallen Leaf Town, after both sides suffered heavy losses, some Intermediate undead (Level 0-4 for low, 5-9 for intermediate, 10-14 for high level) survived.


    At that time, Kedel, who was severely injured, was unable to clean up these Intermediate Undead. Therefore, to warn the successors, he specifically introduced these undead in his diary and even marked each Intermediate Undead¡¯s range of activity.


    These undead were already strong back then, and now after so many years, having absorbed so much Power of Undead, their strength would only be stronger.


    Moreover, besides those old ones from back then, there are new overlords too!


    The expansion of the Land of Undead over so many years couldn¡¯t possibly have been for nothing, right?


    So, Char never felt that acquiring the Thunder Night Dragon meant he could rest easy and bulldoze his way through.


    In the process of clearing the minor monsters, Char had always cautioned the Thunder Night Dragon to be careful. He hadn¡¯t expected a danger to still occur.


    Fortunately this time, the encountered minor boss was only a Level 8 Thorny Bone Snake; had it been one of the more powerful undead, the outcome for the Thunder Night Dragon might not have been so favorable today.


    Thinking this, Char involuntarily opened the system map, glancing at it from the corner of his eye.


    After Freyja finished translating the diary, he discovered that the system map was also a kind of ¡°Little Golden Finger¡±, with far greater potential than he had previously thought.


    Because after the translation was complete, several locations suddenly refreshed on the map, marking the undead mentioned by Kedel in his diary with different pixel cartoon icons, including that Undead Mage!


    Not only that, but he also discovered that the map also updates the position of these ¡°boss monsters¡± in real-time. Except for the Undead Mage who had never moved because he was sealed, the other few minor bosses all had limited movement.


    This provided Char with a tremendous intelligence advantage, akin to having a divine eye; moving forward, he could detect any changes in these bosses at the first moment.


    A seemingly inconspicuous, but actually incredibly powerful feature.


    This discovery made Char even more confident about his safety and strengthened his resolve to stay and utilize the Land of Undead to rapidly increase his power.


    But despite its incredible utility, this map did have its drawbacks.


    The first drawback was that the map did not show the level of the bosses, making Char rely only on the information left by Kedel to estimate the corresponding boss¡¯s level.


    The second drawback was that before discovery, the map did not indicate the Intermediate Undead born after Kedel¡¯s death, such as the Thorny Bone Snake.


    This could lead to situations like today¡¯s.


    After being scolded, the Thunder Night Dragon seemed very remorseful, lowering its head and making a whining sound that seemed to acknowledge its mistake, yet subtly showed some dissatisfaction. Sear?h the N?velFire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Char, pulling his gaze away from the freshly refreshed icon of the Thorny Bone Snake composed of grey pixel squares and looking at the whining Thunder Night Dragon, sighed deeply and firmly admitted his own mistake.


    ¡°Of course, I am also to blame.¡±


    ¡°Just like you, I got carried away. Recruiting you made me lose the caution and vigilance I should have had. I should have kept a closer watch on you, this isn¡¯t just your fault, Thunder Night Dragon.¡±

 Chapter 85 - 36 The Remarkably Effective Undead Bone

    Chapter 85: Chapter 36 The Remarkably Effective Undead Bone Flute, The Terrifying White Bone Thorns Dance_3


    Chapter 85: Chapter 36 The Remarkably Effective Undead Bone Flute, The Terrifying White Bone Thorns Dance_3


    Char spoke honestly.


    He wasn¡¯t putting on an act, nor was he trying to buy someone¡¯s¡ªor rather, some creature¡¯s¡ªfavor, and he certainly wasn¡¯t using any PUA techniques. He was truly reflecting on himself and genuinely felt that he had made a mistake.


    After all, even though he knew that the Land of Undead was likely to have newly arisen Intermediate Undead, and that the Thunder Night Dragon was young, impetuous, and immature,


    he had failed to keep a close eye on the Thunder Night Dragon, allowing it to accidentally fly too deep and become surrounded by the Undead.


    He must have got a bit carried away subconsciously.


    If there were mistakes to be made, he was certainly part of them.


    Upon hearing Char say this, the Thunder Night Dragon was taken aback. After a while, it nudged its head over and affectionately nuzzled Char several times.


    ¡°Alright, everyone go play!¡±


    Char patted the Thunder Night Dragon¡¯s neck and said to the group of Magic Pets, then he looked for Freyja.


    ¡°Freyja, starting today, teach me Elf Language,¡± he said.


    After the battle today, he acutely felt the lack of means at his disposal.


    Even though his personal panel indicated that he was a level 3 archer, Char was well aware that his overall strength did not match that of a true level 3 archer.


    What kind of level 3 archer only knew the ¡°Universal Arrow Skill¡±?


    His means were too limited.


    Not only were his skills lacking, but in terms of combat experience and mental fortitude, he also fell short of a true level 3 archer.


    Without his Magic Pets, he was nothing but a novice among the Transcendents.


    Therefore, Char urgently wanted to enrich his arsenal of techniques and change his profession to Natural Prophet.


    In fact, if he wanted to quickly enhance his strength, there was another path: becoming a Ranger.


    With Freyja, the Wood Elf Ranger, at his side, he believed he could quickly change his profession successfully and master more skills, which would also save him the time of learning the Elf Language.


    But how could an ordinary profession like Ranger compare to the allure of the rare profession of Natural Prophet?


    From Kedel White Eagle¡¯s performance, it was clear that Rare Professions had the ability to challenge enemies above their level¡ªthis was only to be expected. If they couldn¡¯t perform above their level, where would the strength of Rare Professions be demonstrated?


    Why would Char give up a Rare Profession for the sake of a quicker profession change, choosing the distant over the near?


    ¡°Okay.¡±


    Freyja of course had no reason to refuse.


    So, in the following days, Char continued to explore the Land of Undead, accumulating Praying Power.


    After taking a fall, the Thunder Night Dragon clearly learned a lesson and became much more cautious. Even though the cleaning of monsters slowed down, a dangerous situation like that day never occurred again.


    Char decided to make the Thorny Bone Snake his first miniboss to kill, then he would slowly plan for the other minibosses, and eventually take down the final boss.


    He handled this matter with ease, as it was a familiar pattern and rhythm for him. sea??h th§× Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Isn¡¯t the current situation just like the MMORPGs (Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games) he knew so well? It was completely within his comfort zone!


    But the other matter, he didn¡¯t handle quite as smoothly.


    That was learning the Elf Language.


    The Elf Language was much harder than he had imagined, and even with Freyja¡¯s patient teaching, progress was slow.


    He had considered whether he could rely solely on Freyja¡¯s translations to learn magic, but after trying, he realized that a lot was lost in translation, leading to potential misunderstandings.


    So, to truly inherit the Magic Book left by Kedel and change his profession to a Natural Prophet, he must learn the Elf Language himself; that was the first step.

 Chapter 86 - 37 The Four Seasons Wind Meditation Method

    Chapter 86: Chapter 37 The Four Seasons Wind Meditation Method, The Call of Nature


    Chapter 86: Chapter 37 The Four Seasons Wind Meditation Method, The Call of Nature


    Days went by, and as time passed, the forest became increasingly cold.


    Now, in the evenings and mornings, autumn frost had already begun to appear in the forest.


    Even the Garden Secret Realm was affected, its temperature inevitably dropping a few degrees, but with the steadiness of constant temperature magic, it still maintained a suitable warmth.


    The autumn sun was no longer so warm, shining through the glass window, casting a frost-red hue of maple leaves on the floor of the Prayer House.


    It gave the usually serene and sacred Prayer House a touch of autumnal melancholy.


    Char sat cross-legged in front of the Prayer Tablet, with a beautifully bound magic book written on grass parchment laid out before him, its surface inlaid with a large number of precious plant branches, leaves, flowers, and fruits, and reinforced with powerful spells, making it indestructible and impervious to water and fire.


    This was the most important book left by Kedel, and it was crucial for Char to become a Natural Prophet.


    ¡°Call of Nature¡ªThe Path of the Natural Prophet,¡± that was the name of the book.


    Now, Char had begun to recognize it.


    Freyja was a great teacher, patient and gentle, while Char was a good student¡ªsmart, perceptive, and able to focus deeply on learning, truly dedicating several hours every day to the arduous study of the Elf Language.


    Additionally, the Elf Language shared some similarities with the common tongue of the Siran Continent, so Char had made rapid progress over the past few days.


    It wasn¡¯t the instant progress of ¡°Deep Blue, add a point!¡± but it was much more efficient than his previous life¡¯s English learning, where he was still considered a top student.


    Thus, Char was quite satisfied with his progress in learning the Elf Language.


    With the learning of the Elf Language going well, it was also time to start learning magic.


    Right now, Char was attempting his first magic practice¡ªon one hand, Freyja helped with translation, and on the other hand, his own reading and understanding meant he had a general idea of what a Mage¡¯s practice involved.


    In simple terms, a spellcaster¡¯s practice revolved around two aspects: one was the accumulation of magic power, and the other was the construction of magic models.


    Among them, the accumulation of magic power was especially important.


    Magic power was the foundation for casting spells. Without magic power, one couldn¡¯t cast spells.


    Even professions known for physical attacks had their own magic pools; for example, Rangers had a certain ability to cast spells.


    To acquire magic power, one needed to meditate, and different spellcasting professions had different meditation methods, which varied greatly in the types of magic power accumulated, efficiency, etc.


    The meditation method for Natural Prophets was called ¡°Four Seasons Wind,¡± a high-level technique.


    High-level meant that it was much more powerful than the average meditation method, and it was the basis for Natural Prophets to be stronger than most other spellcasting professions. But on the other hand, it also indicated its difficulty.


    Therefore, Char was somewhat apprehensive.


    This was also the reason he had chosen the Prayer House as the location for his first meditation. S~ea??h the n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    On one hand, it ensured that no external disturbances could reach him, as no being could enter the Prayer House without his permission.


    On the other hand, the Prayer House was a place where many miracles had been created, and Char felt that performing his first meditation here might increase his chances of success, even if just a little.


    One might consider it a kind of mental reliance.


    Finally, feeling prepared, Char took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and following the steps outlined in ¡°Call of Nature,¡± began to focus his mind, attempting to visualize the Four Seasons Wind.


    Outside the Prayer House, Freyja looked at the closed door with a concerned expression.


    Previously, Char had generously offered that she, too, could try cultivating to become a Natural Prophet if she wished. But after briefly considering it, she rejected the tempting proposal.


    She was different from Char; it hadn¡¯t been long since Char became an archer, and due to his amnesia, he was like a blank slate.


    She had been a Ranger for too long, with many deeply ingrained habits; it was not something that could be changed easily by switching professions.


    After all, there was a very big difference between Rangers and Mages; they were two separate systems.


    Furthermore, she was already advanced in her own path, so there was even less reason for her to switch.


    However, even though she didn¡¯t intend to become a Natural Prophet, she had some understanding of the Four Seasons Wind meditation method, simply because she had been translating it for Char. Even with her rudimentary knowledge, she could profoundly feel the difficulty of this method.


    Therefore, Freyja was very concerned about Char¡¯s attempt inside the Prayer House, and had already thought of ways to comfort him should he fail.


    Besides Freyja, Betty, the Star Worm, Lantern Firefly, Clover Mantis, and Rain Sound Kingfisher were also waiting outside the Prayer House, concerned for Char¡¯s first attempt.


    Inside the Prayer House, sitting cross-legged on the ground, Char now wore an expression of profound serenity; however, the meditation process was not going smoothly. As soon as a hint of color formed in his mind, before he could stabilize it, it began to flicker like a poorly connected TV screen, and then disappeared.


    This was the second step in the Four Seasons Wind meditation method; the first step was to calm the mind and visualize the color, which Char had done quite smoothly. But this second step, he had attempted many times already, and hadn¡¯t yet succeeded.

 Chapter 87 - 37 The Four Seasons Wind Meditation Method

    Chapter 87: Chapter 37 The Four Seasons Wind Meditation Method, The Call of Nature_2


    Chapter 87: Chapter 37 The Four Seasons Wind Meditation Method, The Call of Nature_2


    This feeling was much like trying to thread a needle. The thread seemed so close to success, yet after many attempts, it just wouldn¡¯t go through, easily causing one to become impatient and frustrated.


    Just when Char was about to give up, suddenly, a faint pink and pale green glow emerged from the ¡°Call of Nature¡ªThe Path of Practice for a Natural Prophet¡± before him.


    The specks of light turned into a breeze that resembled the rosy hues of peach and willow greens, caressing Char.


    In an instant, Char¡¯s mind settled, the colorful blocks in his mind rapidly solidified and, as if focusing, became clear.


    It seemed that the breeze also activated the Natural Seal within Char¡¯s body. A hazy emerald light appeared on his forehead, faintly revealing the pattern of the seal.


    Tiny green lights descended, and around Char, sprouts glowing with a jade light broke through the soil, growing.


    Char¡¯s mind was as if infused with a fresh and all-embracing power, as if divinely assisted.


    Then, vibrant colors spread out, dispelling the darkness, and sketched a spring scene in Char¡¯s mind.


    This seemed to inspire the spring breeze swirling around Char, which quickened and soon turned into a hot summer wind tinged with rich green amidst the golden hue, causing the green glowing grass on the floor to sway gently as if dancing together.


    In Char¡¯s mind, the spring view swiftly changed to a summer scene, then to autumn, and winter, thus, the seasons cycled through.


    Char¡¯s first attempt at meditation was a success.


    He himself did not realize what a remarkable achievement and breakthrough this was, but if all those in history who attempted to meditate on the ¡°Four Seasons Wind¡± knew of it, they would surely be dumbfounded.


    Success on the first attempt might not be unprecedented¡ªafter all, this world is filled with wonders and incredible people and events.


    But without a doubt, Char would be ranked high in historic records.


    Eventually, the Four Seasons Wind returned to the ¡°Call of Nature,¡± now much dimmer than when it first appeared.


    At the same time, the ¡°Call of Nature¡± began to turn its pages automatically, but stopped after just one page.


    There, on the title page, light green ink with floral patterns appeared, as if someone was writing on the paper with an invisible feather pen.


    The grass around Char also ceased its dance, gradually receding and vanishing.


    When he opened his eyes, what he saw was that line of text on the title page. Char, with his basic grasp of the Elf Language, understood it at a glance, his face showing a look of surprise and delight.


    This strand of Four Seasons Wind was left by Kedel, meant as a small surprise to help the inheritor learn the Meditation Method of the Four Seasons Wind.


    Of course, whether one could succeed still depended on the inheritor¡¯s talent.


    Kedel¡¯s gift could only increase the chances of success, it did not guarantee it.


    This strand of Four Seasons Wind could only appear a few times; if one still did not succeed after those attempts, the inheritor would have to rely on their own efforts.


    However, Kedel predicted that with the help of this breeze, no matter what, the inheritor should be able to learn the Meditation Method, it¡¯s just a matter of time.


    Char suppressed his surprise.


    But even Kedel probably wouldn¡¯t have expected him to succeed in meditation at the very first attempt, would he?


    Char thought to himself, then he summoned his personal panel.


    [Name]: Char Rain Season


    [Race]: Half-Elf


    [Level]: 3


    [Profession]: Archer (in transfer)


    [Attributes]: Strength 21+7, Defense 18, Agility 25+6, Constitution 23+6, Intelligence 27, Perception 26+4


    [Life Value]: 2746/2746


    [Magic Power]: 9/9


    [Meditation Method]: Four Seasons Wind


    [Magic]: ¡ª¡ª


    [Skills]: Natural Seal (2/100), Universal Arrow Skill lv2, Power of Earth lv1


    [Magic Pet]: Star Worm (Challenge Level 2), Lantern Firefly (Challenge Level 3), Lotus Leaf Frog (Challenge Level 2), Clover Mantis (Challenge Level 5), Thunder Night Dragon (Challenge Level 8)


    [Subjects]: Freyja Golden Autumn (temporary), Flower Fairy¡Á1, Little Red Riding Hood¡Á1


    [Territory Magical Beast]: Floral Blue Leopard, Frost Crystal White Deer, Night Helmeted Owl, Rain Sound Kingfisher


    Char did not focus on the changes in the numbers, as these were natural progressions from his efforts over time, not the work of the Four Seasons Wind meditation.


    Furthermore, the appearance of the [Territory Magical Beast] entry was not due to the meditation method. sea??h th§× N?velFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Also, in the entry for ¡°Subjects,¡± the words ¡°temporarily¡± that followed ¡°Flower Fairy¡± disappeared.


    Although Betty never expressed it explicitly, it was evident from her system preferences what her inclinations were.


    These were changes that had appeared before.


    The real changes brought about by the Meditation Method were that the ¡°Magic Power¡± column was finally unsealed, and two new entries, ¡°Meditation Method¡± and ¡°Magic,¡± were added.


    Clearly, the system had differentiated magic from skills.


    Successfully mastering the Four Seasons Wind Meditation Method didn¡¯t bring an immediate boost to his strength, nor did it make him a Natural Prophet right away.


    But this was the beginning of a grand path, and Char was very much looking forward to it.


    Packing away his personal panel and grabbing ¡°Call of Nature¡± from the ground, Char left Prayer House.


    ¡°How did it go? Did you succeed?¡±


    Freyja asked expectantly, yet she was mentally prepared to comfort him, so when she saw Char nod and reply, ¡°I succeeded,¡± she was momentarily speechless.


    After a brief two or three seconds of stunned silence, she came to her senses and said almost dreamily, ¡°That¡¯s great!¡±


    Her expression was filled with amazement, and it further cemented her internal conjecture.


    Char had no idea that succeeding in his first attempt at meditation, especially mastering a difficult Meditation Method like Four Seasons Wind, was an incredible feat, but Freyja knew very well.


    In her tribe, which spellcaster didn¡¯t attempt many times before mastering a Meditation Method? Even the tribal heroes she had heard stories about since she was little didn¡¯t have such astonishing achievements in their youth.


    For Freyja, this was nothing short of another miracle¡ªa thunderous miracle in silence.


    Looking at Freyja, Char suddenly declared, ¡°Let¡¯s go! We set off!¡±


    ¡°Set off? Where to?¡± Freyja asked.


    ¡°To avenge you!¡±


    ¡°You mean, the Shark Lizard Beast?¡±


    ¡°Yes. Your wounds are almost healed, right? It¡¯s the perfect time for you to take your revenge.¡±


    Char glanced at Freyja¡¯s abdomen as he spoke.


    When he recruited the Thunder Night Dragon, he had already set his sights on the Shark Lizard Beast.


    The Shark Lizard Beast was strong, but since Freyja and the Floral Blue Leopard could escape from it, that meant its Challenge Level was unlikely to reach Level 8.


    With the Thunder Night Dragon on his side, Char was confident he had the upper hand in strength.


    Therefore, why keep such a ticking bomb close by? Better to get rid of it sooner rather than later.


    Besides, killing the Shark Lizard Beast would also get him a reward!


    Wasn¡¯t he in need of Praying Power?


    He had never killed a monster of the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s level before, so he wondered how much Praying Power the system would reward him?


    ¡°Alright!¡±


    Freyja agreed without any hesitation, her brows even showing a hint of eagerness.


    As gentle and attentive as she was on normal days, she couldn¡¯t hide her seasoned warrior nature.


    She wasn¡¯t belligerent, but she certainly wasn¡¯t afraid of battle either.


    Furthermore, facing the Shark Lizard Beast, as a Wood Elf Ranger, Freyja naturally loathed such greedy and brutal creatures, and they already had a feud.


    Even if Char hadn¡¯t suggested it, she would have sought revenge on the Shark Lizard Beast in the future.


    ¡°By the way, the Shark Lizard Beast shouldn¡¯t be as strong as the Thunder Night Dragon, right?¡±


    ¡°Hm.¡±


    Soon, both of them had gathered their gear, summoned their Magic Pets, and were ready to set off.


    ¡­


    To conserve energy, Char chose to take a detour instead of going straight through the Land of Undead.


    Even with the Thunder Night Dragon by his side, he wasn¡¯t too worried about disturbing the Undead, but after several battles, his energy would definitely be diminished, wouldn¡¯t it?


    Even if Char was confident in his own combat ability, he couldn¡¯t be too arrogant.

 Chapter 88 - 38 Gale Unlucky Shark Lizard Beast

    Chapter 88: Chapter 38: Gale, Unlucky Shark Lizard Beast


    Chapter 88: Chapter 38: Gale, Unlucky Shark Lizard Beast


    In the forest, a deer lowered its head to nibble at the fresh, tender leaves of the shrubs while keeping its large ears erect, alertly listening to the surrounding noises.


    It found it a bit strange that, despite the abundance of fresh grass and tender buds nearby, there were no other herbivores, which it usually saw, in sight¡ªonly a few birds were warbling atop the trees.


    Oh, and there were also squirrels and tree shrews.


    However, it was so hungry that, even though it felt something was off, it couldn¡¯t bother too much and continued to occasionally lower its head to gnaw on the buds.


    Suddenly, a slight tremor transmitted through the ground. The ever-vigilant deer immediately sensed the danger and sprung up like a spring, darting to the side.


    A huge shadow burst forth from the ground, shrubs were flung into the air, and the deer along with the soil were swallowed in one gulp.


    A massive beast with a shark-like head and a gigantic lizard¡¯s body, stretching about five to six meters long, definitely counted as a colossal creature in the forest.


    After swallowing its prey, the Shark Lizard Beast swallowed heavily a few times, then its throat undulated before it opened its mouth to spit out the mud and shrubs, leaving only the deer behind.


    The poor deer couldn¡¯t even struggle before it was dismembered by the rows of sharp teeth in the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s mouth and swallowed.


    After capturing its prey, the Shark Lizard Beast didn¡¯t burrow back into the ground but lay down in the forest, starting to sunbathe.


    It was the overlord of this area, so it did not worry about being attacked.


    While sunbathing, the Shark Lizard Beast used its smooth, large cortical brain to think: food had been getting scarcer lately, it was probably time to move.


    In the nearby treetops, the birds that were startled by the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s killing of the deer flew back again.


    One of the jays had a faint flicker of fire in its eyes.


    The sun shifted bit by bit, and suddenly, the Shark Lizard Beast seemed to detect something and abruptly moved.


    Its entire skin turned red, showing a daunting, fresh red hue.


    This was a common warning and intimidation method evolved by animals during the process of evolution.


    However, for a powerful being like the Shark Lizard Beast, it had been so long since it had needed to use this feature¡ªeverything that moved was its food, and there were few things capable of resistance, let alone posing a threat to it.


    But the instinct of creatures still made the Shark Lizard Beast display this ability it had almost forgotten the moment it encountered a threat.


    The Shark Lizard Beast not only turned into a bright orange-red color but also rushed towards the ground below in an instant while the ground rose to try to cover the Shark Lizard Beast.


    But the warning color of the Shark Lizard Beast did not deter the enemy. Before it could fully dive underground, a blue-purple Thunder Annihilation Cannon had already descended from the sky.


    The huge rocky plate formed by the soil was instantly penetrated, and the blue-purple electric arcs spread in all directions along with the light, causing all the trees in its path to fall.


    Once the thunder had faded, a huge white, dusty circle had appeared in the forest, raised by the Thunder Annihilation Cannon.


    The Shark Lizard Beast was directly blown away by the Thunder Annihilation Cannon, tumbling in the rising dust.


    From a distance, Char was riding on the Frost Crystal White Deer, watching the battle from afar.


    Now, the Frost Crystal White Deer wasn¡¯t his Magic Pet, but it was almost like one, except that consuming Energy Essence and attribute food wasn¡¯t as effective as with Magic Pets, but otherwise, it wasn¡¯t much different from the Lantern Fireflies.


    In his field of vision, several lines of text moved with the tumbling of the Shark Lizard Beast.


    [Shark Lizard Beast]


    [Skills]: Earth Control (Level 4), Deadly Steel Teeth (Level 3), Steel Rock Skin (Level 3), Gluttonous Stomach (Level 3)


    [Challenge Level]: 7


    [Introduction]: The Shark Lizard Beast is¡­ S~ea??h the n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Char quickly glanced over it, saw that the system¡¯s introduction to the Shark Lizard Beast matched his impression, and quickly skipped it, his attention lingering on the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s Skills and Challenge Level.


    When he saw that the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s Challenge Level was 7, his heart completely relaxed.


    Monsters were not like adventurers who might have the ability to challenge beyond their levels due to different Extraordinary Professions, but monsters couldn¡¯t; a monster¡¯s Level represented its true fighting capacity, and a difference of one Challenge Level was an insurmountable abyss.


    The act of challenging beyond one¡¯s own level didn¡¯t exist among monsters.


    At most, they could just run away.


    That meant that the Shark Lizard Beast absolutely could not pose a threat to the Thunder Night Dragon. His only worry was the Shark Lizard Beast burrowing away, in which case even the Thunder Night Dragon could do nothing.


    Compared to the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s data panel, Char was more concerned about this.


    As soon as he opened the task panel, sure enough, the system had already autogenerated a task.


    [Task 107]: The Greedy Shark Lizard Beast


    [Task Description]: In your operational area nearby, a Shark Lizard Beast has appeared. These low-intelligence and exceedingly greedy Demon Beasts are the natural enemies of sentient beings, so even though you face the threat of Undead, you¡¯ve decided to kill the Shark Lizard Beast first. But be careful not to let the Shark Lizard Beast escape.


    [Reward]: Shark Tooth Sword, 15 Strands of Praying Power


    Char was pleased to see a reward of fifteen strands of Praying Power.


    This was the most Praying Power he had ever earned from killing a monster; the Shark Lizard Beast truly was the highest-level creature he had encountered.

 Chapter 89 - 38 Gale Unlucky Shark Lizard Beast_2

    Chapter 89: Chapter 38: Gale, Unlucky Shark Lizard Beast_2


    Chapter 89: Chapter 38: Gale, Unlucky Shark Lizard Beast_2


    Fifteen strands of Praying Power, not too shabby for its reputation.


    But when he saw that the reward included a Shark Tooth Sword, his expression turned somewhat strange, ¡°Shark Tooth Sword? I still have the Deep Rainbow Sword!¡±


    ¡­


    In the distance, Freyja was riding the Floral Blue Leopard, sprinting through the forest and suddenly leaping out of the dense woods. Then Freyja was seen tensing her bow, and tiny sparks of fire gathered at the end of the arrow feathers, as if continually charging.


    The next second, a blaze shot out like a fierce gale, striking towards the Shark Lizard Beast.


    The Shark Lizard Beast, having just tumbled to the ground, couldn¡¯t possibly dodge. It was instantly hit by the arrow, and in that instant, a scorching wind arose on the scene.


    The wind, in that moment, seemed to take on form, painted with a fiery red, turning into a crimson tornado that engulfed the Shark Lizard Beast, and the sky above was tinged with a touch of red from the soaring flames.


    Char glanced at the Shark Lizard Beast, then at Freyja and the Floral Blue Leopard, who had returned to the forest after the fall, a look of amazement on his face.


    ¡®This power, is it really something a Level 5 Ranger could possess?¡¯ Char was shocked.


    If he had known that he possessed such formidable combat strength when he first saved Freyja, he would have probably hesitated a bit more because this combat strength had already surpassed the Clover Mantis.


    At that moment, the Thunder Light Grid from the Thunder Night Dragon descended from the sky.


    The Shark Lizard Beast, already faced with consecutive attacks, didn¡¯t even have a chance to dodge before it was caught squarely in the net, with blue-purple sparks flashing, and the wild thunder once more pierced through the body of the Shark Lizard Beast.


    However, the Shark Lizard Beast, true to its reputation for tough skin, thick flesh, and high vitality, didn¡¯t die despite the heavy blows.


    Far from dying, it even had the strength to struggle and attempt to escape.


    With a fierce slam on the ground, numerous spikes suddenly rose where the Floral Blue Leopard was positioned.


    The Floral Blue Leopard leapt high into the air, narrowly avoiding the spikes, but the spikes quickly detached from the ground and shot out directly, stabbing towards the sky.


    A fierce wind howled, and Freyja released an arrow, hitting one of the spikes.


    In the violent explosion, some spikes were destroyed, and the remaining ones were blown away, losing their initial lethality, while Freyja and the Floral Blue Leopard, utilizing the recoil, landed to the side.


    The wind, carrying sparks, blew against Freyja¡¯s hair; gratitude flickered through her mind as she landed.


    Luckily, she had witnessed the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s attacks before, or else she would have been at a disadvantage this time.


    Beyond Freyja, the Shark Lizard Beast had also conjured another batch of spikes, more numerous this time, shooting up towards the Thunder Night Dragon after rising into the sky.


    But if the Floral Blue Leopard and Freyja could evade it, how could the Thunder Night Dragon not dodge?


    A streak flashed across the sky, and the Thunder Night Dragon easily dodged the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s attack. It then swiftly slashed downward with its claws, releasing two blue-purple arcs of electricity, hitting the Shark Lizard Beast in an instant.


    The Shark Lizard Beast made no further futile resistance and started to flee with all its might. But every time it attempted to burrow and escape, the Thunder Night Dragon, just like before, would strike two arcs of electricity from the sky to stop it.


    It wasn¡¯t just the Thunder Night Dragon; Freyja did too.


    The Shark Lizard Beast recognized Freyja as the female Elf that had escaped from it not so long ago, which filled it with even more rage, causing it to release angry and grotesque roars.


    Furthermore, in another direction, there was a strange green insect blocking the path. Though the Shark Lizard Beast instinctively felt this green insect did not pose much of a threat, even less so than the ugly and detestable female Elf, it did not dare take risks while fleeing for its life.


    After a brief chase, the Shark Lizard Beast still hadn¡¯t managed to burrow underground, making it look even more angry and anxious.


    Even with its low intelligence, it knew it could not withstand another Thunder Cannon attack like before.


    As the Shark Lizard Beast grew more restless, even contemplating taking a desperate risk,


    suddenly, it was as if it had stepped on something. Suddenly, a large amount of flame burst from the ground, and in the blink of an eye, the Shark Lizard Beast was surrounded by a sea of fire.


    In the distance, Char, who was watching the battle from atop the Frost Crystal White Deer, once again showed a look of surprise on his face.


    The trap was set by Freyja, Char knew that.


    In fact, he had not initially intended to let Freyja get close to joining the battle, because it was somewhat dangerous.


    When there was no need to risk their lives, there was absolutely no need for her to engage in person, just like him, who could just watch the battle from afar, at most utilizing a Ranger¡¯s professional trait to set up some traps.


    But Freyja claimed that if it was just the Thunder Annihilation Cannon, the Shark Lizard Beast could probably find an opportunity to burrow away and escape, so to ensure the killing of the Shark Lizard Beast, she had to join the fight.


    Moreover, this was her vengeance, how could she rely entirely on Char to take action?


    Having said this, Char had no reason to stop her anymore.


    But what he hadn¡¯t expected was that whether it was the arrow feathers Freyja shot or the traps she set up, they were all so intense and explosive.


    Shouldn¡¯t Elves, who are supposed to love nature and be keen on protecting trees, have attacks with a different style? How could a Wood Elf Ranger¡¯s attacks look like this?


    In this brief period, how many trees had Freyja killed?


    In Char¡¯s astonishment, the battle also came to an end.


    All that could be seen was the Thunder Night Dragon¡¯s wide-open mouth, where blue-purple electric arcs sparkled and converged into a terrifying ball of blue-purple lightning energy, and the next second, the Thunder Annihilation Cannon had already hit the Shark Lizard Beast.


    With Char¡¯s visual capabilities, he simply could not catch this process, not even a hint of blue-purple afterimage.


    This was the overwhelming power of a higher-level existence over a lower-level one. Most of the time, you can¡¯t even see the opponent¡¯s attack, so how could you possibly defend or dodge?


    You wouldn¡¯t even know how you died!


    This was also why he did not approach the battlefield. Although the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s attack probably wasn¡¯t as fast as the Thunder Night Dragon¡¯s, it was still much higher level than him, and its attack speed was definitely very fast as well.


    Why take the risk when he had an absolute advantage?


    ¡­


    In the forest, no more trees were being knocked down, the Shark Lizard Beast had completely stopped.


    A huge wound appeared on the back of the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s neck, piercing through to the front, and the Thunder Night Dragon¡¯s second Thunder Annihilation Cannon had directly gone through the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s neck!


    Strangely enough, no fresh blood spurted out from the wound because the flesh near the wound was burnt to a crisp by the intense electric arc at that moment.


    The Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s body collapsed with a crash, and the layer of steel rock on its skin began to crack and fall off. Without the maintenance of magic, these layers of steel rock quickly lost their metallic color and turned into ordinary rocks.


    Almost simultaneously, the orange-red color within the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s skin also started to fade rapidly, and within the blink of an eye, it had disappeared completely.


    Seeing that the task was completed, Char rode the Frost Crystal White Deer and quickly arrived, and so did Freyja.


    From another direction, the Clover Mantis was also flying in fast.


    Its main task was to block the path, thereby driving the Shark Lizard Beast towards the direction of the trap. If the Shark Lizard Beast preferred another blocker in its path over fleeing towards where the Clover Mantis was, then Char had instructed it to retreat immediately, not needing to obstruct. Sear?h the nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    He didn¡¯t want the Clover Mantis to risk its life for the sake of a mere Shark Lizard Beast.


    However, the first to arrive was still the Thunder Night Dragon; it came swooping down, stepping directly on the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s head, waiting proudly for Char and the others to arrive.


    Freyja, the Clover Mantis, and Char arrived one after the other.


    ¡°Well done, Thunder Night Dragon! And thank you, Clover Mantis!¡±


    He then turned to Freyja.


    ¡°Freyja, is there anything valuable on the Shark Lizard Beast?¡±


    ¡°Yes, its teeth and claws are quite valuable, but the most valuable is the blood in its heart, which can be used as the main ingredient for an Intermediate Magic Potion or as a supplementary ingredient for High-level Potions.¡±

 Chapter 90 - 39 Burning Ring Gale Ranger

    Chapter 90: Chapter 39: Burning Ring, Gale Ranger!


    Chapter 90: Chapter 39: Burning Ring, Gale Ranger!


    Char listened with joy to Freyja¡¯s explanation.


    Now, it seemed that the Shark Lizard Beast offered more than just the Shark Tooth Sword and fifteen strands of Praying Power, and its value was even greater.


    Putting aside what its teeth could be used for, since Freyja had mentioned them specifically, they certainly wouldn¡¯t be of low value. But the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s ¡°Heart Blood¡± was unequivocally priceless.


    Intermediate Magic Potions and Advanced Magic Potions sound quite ordinary.


    But these terms ¡°Intermediate¡± and ¡°Advanced¡± correspond to the levels of Intermediate Adventurers and Advanced Adventurers, which are levels 5-9 and 10-14 Transcendents, respectively.


    This is very precious!


    If one were to pray for them at the Prayer Altar, it would cost a Prayer Crystal to pray for just one bottle of Intermediate Magic Potion.


    Pay attention!


    Only one bottle, and exactly how many bottles of Intermediate Magic Potion can be made from the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s ¡°Heart Blood¡± is still unknown.


    In other words, it¡¯s very likely that the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s ¡°Heart Blood¡± could be worth a hundred strands of Praying Power.


    ¡°Let¡¯s process the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s corpse then,¡± Char said.


    Picking up the Wild Boar Dagger, he walked forward, and Freyja did the same.


    But immediately, Char felt the disparity.


    Though after crossing over, he transitioned from an office worker who had never killed a chicken to a ¡°butcher¡± who had slaughtered chickens, ducks, fish, and lambs. He wasn¡¯t completely without experience in butchering, but compared to Freyja, a Wood Elf Ranger who had lived in the forest for years, he was no match.


    If what he was butchering were only ordinary animals or Low-level Demon Beasts, he could barely manage, but the Shark Lizard Beast was too high-level. Even though it was already dead and its skin had lost the enhancement of Magic, reducing its Defense, it was still difficult to cut it.


    As he worked, he appeared completely clumsy and awkward.


    Freyja was different. Though the process was complex, often requiring different powders to be applied to the Dagger, the entire process was smooth and orderly, not chaotic despite its complexity, like a skilled chef neatly butchering an ox, a pleasing sight to behold.


    Watching her was even more addicting to Char than the videos of hoof trimming and acne removal he enjoyed watching to relax in his former life.


    Freyja ¡°endured¡± for quite a while but finally couldn¡¯t hold back any longer and said, ¡°Let me do it, I¡¯m more skilled at this kind of thing.¡±


    Char felt somewhat embarrassed.


    ¡°I just thought it was a bit awkward to let you do all the work alone.¡±


    Freyja laughed.


    She deftly used the Dagger to pry off the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s teeth one by one while explaining.


    ¡°The Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s teeth can be directly used in equipment crafting. After grinding them into bone powder and infusing it into equipment, it can enhance the hardness of the gear, and the teeth can also be used in Magic Potion concoction, making it a very versatile material.¡±


    While she spoke, she also had the Clover Mantis assist.


    The Emerald Light Blade of the Clover Mantis was a natural cutting tool. Sear?h the ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    With the help of the Clover Mantis, the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s carcass was rapidly dissected, and soon, Freyja carefully collected the ¡°Heart Blood¡± into a jar.


    After all this was done, Char did not leave, as there was still another exciting event to anticipate.


    That was for the Star Worm to absorb the Life Essence and Magic Essence of the Shark Lizard Beast!


    The Star Worm had been restless, flying around the work on the Shark Lizard Beast¡¯s carcass and continuously chiming like a wind bell.


    Now that Char had finally given it permission to proceed, it darted over and began to absorb in a flash of light.


    Char watched with anticipation, and the Star Worm did not disappoint him. In just a few seconds, its body burst into a dazzling light like a supernova¡¯s explosion.


    As the light faded, its size had noticeably increased.


    Char felt very pleased. The Star Worm had been absorbing Demon Beast essences for some time and had been on the verge of advancing¡ªit suddenly received a sumptuous meal like the Shark Lizard Beast with a Challenge Level of 7, so the quick advancement was not surprising.


    He immediately summoned the Star Worm¡¯s panel and, as expected, its Challenge Level had reached 2, catching up to the Lotus Leaf Frog.


    Not only that but its Skills had evolved.


    The 1st level Star Impact had turned into the 2nd level Star Flow.


    This leap made the Star Worm¡¯s combat power surpass that of the Lotus Leaf Frog.


    And crucially, this was just the beginning; the Star Worm¡¯s absorption was still ongoing!


    On the side, Freyja was full of surprise, ¡°This is¡­¡±


    She had seen the Star Worm do this to other Demon Beasts before, but she had not expected the Star Worm could evolve itself in this manner.


    To her knowledge, among all the known Demon Beasts and Extraordinary Professions, none possessed such a heaven-defying ability.


    As time went on, eventually, the Star Worm once again exploded like a supernova, emitting a powerful brilliant glow.


    [Star Worm]


    [Attributes]: Strength 27, Defense 41, Agility 33, Constitution 29, Intelligence 25, Perception 31


    [Life Value]: 2392/2392


    [Magic Power]: 496/496


    [Skills]: Star Flow (2nd level), Blazing Light (1st level), Courage Aura (1st level)


    [Challenge Level]: 3


    [Introduction]: After absorbing the essence of the Shark Lizard Beast, the Star Worm underwent two transformations in succession. Not only have its attributes greatly strengthened, but its Skills have also undergone a corresponding transformation. Now, the Star Worm¡¯s combat power is already on par with that of a Lantern Firefly.


    Seeing the changes in the Star Worm¡¯s panel, Char was very pleased.


    Although it was now only a combat force with a Challenge Level of 3, its addition to his overall combat power was not as significant as it had originally been.

 Chapter 91 - 39 Burning Ring Gale Ranger_2

    Chapter 91: Chapter 39: Burning Ring, Gale Ranger!_2


    Chapter 91: Chapter 39: Burning Ring, Gale Ranger!_2


    His Magic Pets varied greatly in level, and were of no significant help in battle against the Thunder Night Dragon unless the Star Worms reached Challenge Level 7¡ªjust now, even the Clover Mantis didn¡¯t stand a chance to assist.


    But Char was still pleased with the significant improvement of the Star Worms.


    Moreover, it was only a matter of time before the Star Worms would evolve and once again become his main force.


    The group dragged the carcass of the Shark Lizard Beast as they made their way back.


    According to Freyja, the meat of the Shark Lizard Beast was not very tasty, with only a few parts considered delicacies. However, Char wasn¡¯t just feeding himself; he was also sustaining an entire Mushroom House, a whole garden, and a chicken coop.


    The remaining meat, unsuitable for consumption by him and Freyja, could be used as fertilizer or chicken feed.


    Surely, the meat of an Intermediate Magical Beast would be more ¡°nutritious¡± than that of ordinary animals, right?


    After all, this was an Intermediate Magical Beast!


    ¡°Freyja.¡±


    Midway, Char suddenly spoke.


    ¡°Hmm?¡±


    ¡°Your wound has healed; are you going to leave now?¡±


    Freyja stopped in her tracks.


    ¡°Stay, or at least for a while. You were out on a journey, right? Consider this part of it.¡±


    ¡°Let me think about it.¡±


    It took a while before Freyja finally replied.


    ¡°Okay.¡±


    This exchange cast a shadow over their successful return. The atmosphere was no longer as light-hearted as before. Even the Demon Beasts seemed to sense something, acting cautiously, as if afraid of disturbing something.


    ¡­


    The group safely returned to the Garden Secret Realm.


    Char felt nervous and uneasy.


    Even he wasn¡¯t sure that Freyja would definitely stay.


    If Freyja insisted on leaving, he could only let her go.


    The earlier plan of ¡®revealing intentions when no options left¡¯ was based on the scenario if Freyja were an ungrateful person.


    Now, having full trust in Freyja¡¯s character, he believed she would not disclose his existence, let alone reveal the Prayer House and the Garden Secret Realm. How could she possibly commit such a dire act?


    He could only ¡°send her off with tears.¡±


    But as anxious as he was, Char had many other things to deal with and couldn¡¯t continually focus on this issue.


    Back in the Garden Secret Realm, he first entered the Prayer House to settle the task.


    After the illumination, a two-handed greatsword with shark-tooth-shaped blades on both edges appeared on the stone tablet.


    As expected!


    This was a piece of Bronze-level equipment!


    Seeing the word ¡°Bronze¡± labeled on the panel, Char instinctively felt happy, but his mood dipped a second later, as the design of the Shark Tooth Sword clearly wasn¡¯t something he could wield.


    Indeed, when he picked up the Shark Tooth Sword, there wasn¡¯t a surge of special power entering his body like with the Fierce Feather Bow or the Wild Boar Dagger.


    Aside from that, the Shark Tooth Sword was indeed an excellent piece of equipment, even better than the Fierce Feather Bow.


    It was incredibly hard and sharp, with high killing power, and it could even transform into a chain, turning into a massive serpent with shark teeth on both sides when its attached Skills were activated, causing terrifying damage.


    It could unleash incredible destructive power in close combat.


    Soon, Char shook off the slight annoyance in his heart.


    He couldn¡¯t use it himself, but when he recruited more subordinates in the future, he could completely equip them with it.


    Moreover, once he assumed the role of Natural Prophet, not only would the Shark Tooth Sword be unfit for use, but even the Fierce Feather Bow would become unusable.


    At that moment, there was a knock at the door.


    ¡°May I come in?¡±


    Char was somewhat surprised.


    Since Freyja had realized the importance of the Prayer House, she had never mentioned entering the Prayer House before; this was somewhat unusual.


    ¡°Of course, you can.¡±


    Char quickly opened the door for Freyja.


    After confirming that the door was closed, Freyja first took a quick glance, her eyes scarcely concealing her astonishment.


    However, her unusual request to enter the Prayer House was not to observe what was inside; after a brief look, she assured herself of the high level of seclusion of the Prayer House and then voiced the thoughts that had been hesitating and circling in her heart for many days.


    ¡°Char, actually, you shouldn¡¯t have saved me,¡± Freyja sighed softly, staring into Char¡¯s eyes, she said earnestly.


    What???


    ¡°This will bring trouble to you, no, to be precise, danger,¡± Freyja continued, then took a deep breath and switched the topic, ¡°Have you ever heard of the ¡®Burning Ring¡¯?¡±


    ¡®Burning Ring¡¯?


    What is that?


    A sacred artifact?


    Seeing Char¡¯s puzzled expression and knowing his lack of common knowledge, Freyja quickly continued: ¡°The ¡®Burning Ring¡¯ is one of the three brigades belonging to the Elf Royal Family.¡±


    ¡°Each of the three brigades possesses incredible strength, representing the elite of the elite within the Elf Army. Each brigade has a small number of members, but their fighting power is quite formidable.¡±


    ¡°The ¡®Burning Ring¡¯ is one of them, composed of a group of Gale Rangers, a profession comparable to the Natural Prophet, maybe slightly less, but not by much.¡±


    Char¡¯s mouth opened involuntarily, his expression one of shock.


    When Freyja mentioned that the ¡°Burning Ring¡± was one of the three elite brigades of the Elf Royal Family, he didn¡¯t quite grasp the significance.


    But when he heard that the entire ¡°Burning Ring¡± was made up of Gale Rangers, a profession not inferior to the Natural Prophet, he couldn¡¯t help being astonished.


    Through the books left by Kedel, he had already come to understand just how powerful a Natural Prophet truly was.


    This was definitely a profession capable of easily overcoming one or two levels at low ranks, accomplishing challenges beyond one¡¯s level and even slaying foes, a path that led straight to legendary status¡ªmany ordinary professions, such as warriors, rangers, and assassins, couldn¡¯t reach high ranks if they did not advance.


    ¡°I was once a reserve member of the ¡®Burning Ring,¡¯ and one of the deputy leaders of the ¡®Burning Ring¡¯ is my aunt; however, few people know about this,¡± Freyja continued.


    Char¡¯s expression became more solemn.


    Freyja¡¯s demeanor was not flashy, and she clearly was not boasting about her connections or extraordinary background or the powerful support she had.


    ¡°But my aunt defected, no, a good portion of the ¡®Burning Ring¡¯ members defected, including me,¡± she stated.


    ¡°Defected? Why?¡± Char couldn¡¯t help asking.


    ¡°Because of a royal coup, the Elf King¡¯s brother murdered the Elf King and usurped the throne¡ª¡±


    ¡°Wait a minute! Does the Elf King have a son? Do you have an Elf Prince?¡± Char suddenly interjected.


    Freyja seemed puzzled, but still answered Char¡¯s question.


    ¡°Yes, but the prince has disappeared and might have been harmed.¡±


    What the hell? Hamlet?


    Char couldn¡¯t help but inwardly remark, but his worries lightened considerably. Though Freyja was a fugitive, following a royal coup, the current Elf King would have too many people to pursue. Sear?h the n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Freyja, as a minor figure, would hardly draw any attention.


    It was unlikely to bring any danger to him.


    ¡°Continue, please.¡±


    ¡°Before separating from me and leading away the pursuers, Granny Aili entrusted me with something very important.¡±


    As she spoke, Freyja took something out from her person.


    It was an exquisitely crafted box that looked like¡ªamber?


    Having prepared in advance before coming here, Freyja quickly unsealed the Amber Treasure Box, unraveling its layers of seals, and finally opened it.


    Inside was a red feather that seemed to have been plucked from the fiery red evening clouds, so beautiful, enchanting, and eye-catching.


    The item introduction panel lit up, practically blinding Char.


    [Gale Feather (Epic)]


    [Attributes]: Strength +15, Defense +9, Agility +21, Constitution +5, Intelligence +17, Perception +20


    [Skills]: Gale¡¯s Inheritance, Fiery Flame Burning City (8th Circle), Crimson Wings (7th Circle)¡­


    [Introduction]: The inherited treasure of the Elf Clan¡¯s ¡®Burning Ring,¡¯ its greatest use is in helping to train one Gale Ranger after another, ensuring the continuation of Gale¡¯s lineage.


    !!!


    Char¡¯s face was a picture of shock.

 Chapter 92 - 40 Epic Equipment Castle Guard

    Chapter 92: Chapter 40 Epic Equipment, Castle Guard


    Chapter 92: Chapter 40 Epic Equipment, Castle Guard


    This dazzling array of magnificent data made Char feel as if his eyes were about to be blinded.


    He had never expected to come into contact with Epic Equipment so soon. Considering the capabilities of the Prayer Altar, even the highest-level Prayer so far¡ªGem Prayer¡ªhad only a very small chance of praying for Epic Equipment.


    Moreover, he had guessed that Freyja was hiding something, but he had never imagined that what Freyja was concealing included a piece of Epic Equipment.


    This piece of Epic Equipment named ¡°Gale Feather¡± didn¡¯t appear to add astonishing amounts of attribute points¡ªat least not as much as Char had anticipated. In his expectations, a single attribute point increase from Epic Equipment should start at a hundred.


    However, the Skills that came with it were quite exaggerated. There were several Level 7 Skills, and even one Level 8 Skill, with the rest being Level 6 Skills.


    But even these were not the most exaggerated part.


    The most shocking was the ¡°Gale¡¯s Inheritance¡± Skill, which could actually train Gale Rangers in batches.


    Without a doubt, this was where the core value of the Gale Feather lay.


    ¡®Is this some kind of troop training camp?¡¯ Char couldn¡¯t help but think this, followed by a sense of absurdity.


    Then he heard Freyja continue, ¡°This is the inherited treasure of the ¡®Burning Ring¡¯, called ¡®Gale Feather¡¯. It can help ordinary Rangers advance to become Gale Rangers.¡±


    Seeing Char¡¯s shocked expression, she hurriedly explained, ¡°But the use of the Gale Feather has requirements for talent and understanding. It¡¯s not as if any Elf Ranger can advance to become a Gale Ranger through it.¡±


    ¡°Those qualified to use the Gale Feather already have the potential to become Intermediate Transcendents. The Gale Feather essentially gives someone who could only have been an Intermediate Transcendent the chance to become an Advanced Transcendent.¡±


    ¡°Furthermore, the Gale Feather is somewhat like ¡®Four Seasons Wind¡¯ left by Kedel White Eagle¡ªit helps people advance to become Gale Rangers but also incurs wear and tear in the process.¡±


    ¡°The only difference is that ¡®Four Seasons Wind¡¯ cannot be replenished once exhausted and can only be used a few times.¡± As she said this, a hint of amazement still flashed in Freyja¡¯s eyes as she looked at Char.


    Char had told her about inheriting a strand of ¡°Four Seasons Wind¡± from Kedel, but even so, Freyja thought it was miraculous that Char managed to successfully meditate on the Four Seasons Wind Meditation Method on his first try.


    Not only had Char succeeded on his first attempt, but he was also close to learning his first Magic in his life.


    Such progress left even Freyja feeling dizzy.


    ¡°The power of the Gale Feather can be replenished, but this also limits its use. After training a Gale Ranger, it must recover for a period before it can be used again.¡±


    Char gradually digested his inner shock.


    Regret saving Freyja? Not a flicker of such a thought had ever crossed his mind. At this moment, all he wanted was to protect Freyja and the Gale Feather!


    The Gale Feather wasn¡¯t of much use to him at present. Skills like ¡°Fiery Flame Burning City¡± and ¡°Crimson Wings¡± were too high-level for either him or Freyja to use¡ªEpic Equipment wasn¡¯t something they could wear right now.


    The only usable thing was the core skill ¡°Gale¡¯s Inheritance,¡± which Freyja obviously had already used, and she might even be close to completing her advancement.


    As for Char himself, he was more inclined to become a Natural Prophet, and had no use for ¡°Gale¡¯s Inheritance.¡±


    This also meant that at the current stage, the Gale Feather was almost of no practical use, unable to exert the full potential of Epic Equipment. But in the future, when he had more subordinates, the Gale Feather would become crucial.


    A gift not taken when offered will become a curse.


    ¡°Earlier, to avoid putting you in danger, I thought about leaving quietly. But you have saved me, and my presence here cannot be erased. If my kin learn that I have ¡®Gale Feather¡¯ and they trace it back here, you will be in danger.¡±


    ¡°If I didn¡¯t have the ¡®Gale Feather,¡¯ my kin would probably not harm you. But with the ¡®Gale Feather,¡¯ they would definitely interrogate you by any means necessary and then kill you to silence you.¡±


    ¡°That¡¯s why I can¡¯t leave.¡±


    ¡°Even if the truth does come out, I should be the one to face it first.¡±


    ¡°I¡¯m sorry to have dragged you into this.¡±


    Char twisted his mouth into a wry smile.


    ¡°I can¡¯t blame you for that, after all, you didn¡¯t bring me into this willingly.¡±


    He then showed a carefree smile.


    ¡°But don¡¯t be too anxious. Only a few people know about your relationship with your great-aunt, and even fewer know that you possess the ¡®Gale Feather¡¯. The chances of it being exposed are slim.¡±


    Char did feel threatened, but the menace seemed like a distant storm, unlikely to approach any time soon.


    After all, this was a coup!


    A coup meant that the Elf Clan was split into two factions. Even if one side had the upper hand, it didn¡¯t mean the other side was powerless to resist¡ªthis could be seen from Freyja¡¯s great-aunt and many members of the ¡°Burning Ring¡± who were still on the run.


    To be honest, there were countless formidable figures that the current Elf King had to worry about. Not to mention that the enemy was very likely unaware of the Gale Feather being with Freyja at the moment, and even if they knew, Freyja¡¯s priority wouldn¡¯t be very high.


    ¡°Let¡¯s keep the Gale Feather in the Prayer House, it¡¯s the safest place here.¡±


    Char glanced at his task bar.


    Indeed, the task related to Freyja had been displayed as completed, and the so-called unknown reward had finally revealed its true form.


    It was the Gale Feather.


    The reason he had guessed that Freyja was definitely hiding something from him was partly because he occasionally noticed the heavyhearted look on Freyja¡¯s face and, more importantly, because of the ¡°unknown reward¡± shown by the system.


    Now that everything had settled, Char was in a good mood. He then made his Prayer directly in front of Freyja, without avoiding her.


    A full hundred strands of Praying Power converged to form a brilliantly glowing Prayer Crystal, which then burst into dazzling light. As the light faded, a light piece of blueprint floated down.


    Char took the blueprint, yet he couldn¡¯t help but sigh.


    The undead crisis loomed close at hand, although it didn¡¯t seem to pose an imminent danger at the moment, and thanks to the system map providing him with a clairvoyance-like ability, he would be able to learn of any major undead movements in advance and then flee.


    But this was not one hundred percent safe, so if possible, Char really wanted to use up all three of his Magic Pet slots for this phase.


    Having an additional Intermediate Magic Pet could mean more powerful combat capability. Should the undead crisis erupt suddenly, it could mean extra protection and security.


    But the system wouldn¡¯t allow it!


    In fact, the moment the carriage was upgraded, a progress bar appeared on the panel, and the system made it clear that it was impossible to recruit all three Magic Pets while the Castle upgrade progress remained at a standstill.


    Both had to progress in step with one another, without falling behind.


    Actually, Char felt that the system was already being lenient by allowing him to recruit the Thunder Night Dragon without having to complete any Upgrade Task.


    Therefore, he had to focus on the Castle upgrade tasks next, and as for increasing his strength, he could only focus on upgrading or even evolving his existing Magic Pets. Relying on recruiting new Magic Pets to enhance his strength was impossible in the short term.


    Soon, Char walked to the second carriage with the blueprint in hand.


    Compared to the very beginning, there were now quite a few more animals in the second carriage.


    Apart from the initial Peacock Mountain Quail, there were several other bird species, including Purple Quail and Red-eared Chicken. The partridge-like small ground poultry, such as the Peacock Mountain Quail and the Purple Quail, were raised together, while the slightly larger ground poultry like the Red-eared Chicken, were concentrated in another cage.


    In addition, the Red-eared Chickens were raised on the floor, while the Peacock Mountain Quails and Purple Quails were raised on a platform that had been set up, under which several fish tanks were placed with many fish inside.


    An ecological breeding system was preliminarily formed.


    Looking at the lively scene in front of him, Char couldn¡¯t help but smile.


    After all, as a person from Huaxia, who didn¡¯t have the dream of farming? Many people living in city apartments raise animals like roadrunners to satisfy themselves.


    Now that Char was watching his ¡°farm¡± being established from scratch, his mood naturally only improved.


    However, with the increase in the number of animals, some problems inevitably arose.


    Like now, even though there were plenty of flowers and plants both inside and outside the carriage which had the functions of purifying the air and being fragrant, and the Lotus Leaf Frogs were diligent in cleaning every day, standing inside, Char could still smell a faint odor.


    Char threw the blueprint in his hand and since the chicken coop was already prepared, the blueprint immediately integrated with the chicken coop. Amidst the faint Prayer Light, the previously rough and simple chicken coop quickly became refined and merged with the carriage.


    Not like before, which clearly looked like an add-on built later on.


    The transformation wasn¡¯t limited to the chicken coop but also affected the whole carriage. At the edges of the two carriages, clusters of dark iron light began to emerge.


    The light then subsided, and tiny figures appeared before Char, dressed in dark iron armor, one hand holding a shield and the other a sword, fully equipped, with even their faces covered by helmets.


    The tiny figures, like castle guards, saluted Char in unison, then straightened up, standing at attention, ready to stand guard.


    ¡®This¡­¡¯


    Surprise was evident on Char¡¯s face, and just then, the ethereal system notification sounded, prompting him to immediately open the panel.


    ¡°Task completed, one chicken coop acquired. Inside the chicken coop, the laying rate of various pheasants increases by 10%, disease rate decreases by 20%, and the probability of producing positively mutated offspring increases by 5%.¡±


    ¡°Reward: Fifty Iron Armor Knights as Castle Guards!¡±


    ¡°Castle Guards, the loyal guards of the Castle, can be upgraded along with the Castle. Currently, their combat strength isn¡¯t strong and relies on numerical superiority to defend the Castle, but with each upgrade of the Castle, each individual guard will become a powerful warrior!¡±


    ¡°Note: The Castle Guards can refresh automatically, as long as the Castle is not breached, even if they die in battle, they will be refreshed after one day.¡± sea??h th§× Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

 Chapter 93 - 41 Good Things Come in Pairs Iron Feather

    Chapter 93: Chapter 41: Good Things Come in Pairs, Iron Feather Archer!


    Chapter 93: Chapter 41: Good Things Come in Pairs, Iron Feather Archer!


    Surprise!


    Char knew that the chicken coop would have additional functions, but what he hadn¡¯t expected was the appearance of castle guards after upgrading the castle to the second stage and completing the upgrade task!


    This was a setting his previous game design had never included. One could only say that after integrating other worldviews, the system had undergone significant changes.


    However, it was certain that this change was a good thing for him.


    Soon, Char turned his attention to the Iron Armor Knights.


    Although these Iron Armor Knights weren¡¯t tall, each only about four inches high, looking more like dolls than actual fighters, they had quite decent combat abilities, reaching a challenge level of 1/4.


    This was already impressive, equivalent to an adult human.


    If only he had had these Iron Armor Knights when he first crossed over, would he have spent such a miserable and timid time initially?


    More critically, these Iron Armor Knights were replenishable, not one-off consumables. It was as if he had suddenly gained fifty loyal guards with a replenishable challenge level of 1/4.


    Aside from their small size, there were no other drawbacks.


    Moreover, this was just after completing a single upgrade task. Might more guards appear after he completed more upgrade tasks?


    Additionally, the system also explicitly stated that as the castle continued to upgrade, the strength of the castle guards would become stronger and stronger. S~ea??h the nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Right now, they were only at a challenge level of 1/4, but the level could very possibly reach 1, 2, and even 3, 4 in subsequent challenges.


    Who knows?


    ¡°Ah! What¡¯s this! Mr. Char, how did these guards appear? Did you do this?¡±


    Outside, Betty also noticed the appearance of these Black-armored Guards around the carriage and exclaimed in surprise.


    Meanwhile, Freyja, who was busy processing materials harvested from the Shark Lizard Beast and further dealing with its corpse, also shifted her attention.


    Seeing the transformation of the carriage, she showed a clear expression of astonishment.


    The existence of the Prayer Altar had already amazed her. In Freyja¡¯s eyes, Char was now connected to the divine.


    Although Char did not show any signs of sainthood and did not look like a devout follower of any deity, Freyja felt that Char might be favored by some deity¡ªnot from this plane of existence but perhaps from an otherworldly plane, like Lord of Dawn, Losanda or Forest Goddess Melikai.


    Because the power of the Prayer Altar was truly incredible, besides divine beings, Freyja could not imagine any other existence possessing such capabilities.


    And now, she suddenly realized not only was the Prayer Altar an artifact-like existence, but the carriage as well, and both were actually part of the same artifact!


    Upon this realization, Freyja¡¯s heart surged with emotion.


    The surprises didn¡¯t stop there.


    During the night, as soon as it passed midnight, the carriage once again radiated the Prayer Light, and both sections of the carriage underwent noticeable transformations, becoming much more exquisite.


    ¡°¡®Please! Make it like a home!¡¯ Task completed!¡±


    ¡°Reward permanent spell¡ªCleaning Technique.¡±


    ¡°Permanent Cleaning Technique, the castle will automatically clean itself daily, looking fresh and new.¡±


    ¡°Reward permanent spell¡ªLight Body Skill.¡±


    ¡°Permanent Light Body Skill, reducing the castle¡¯s weight, combined with the Wind Winged Horse¡¯s skills, allows for brief flights, overcoming more obstacles.¡±


    ¡°Reward Wind Winged Horse +2.¡±


    Suddenly, the sound of horses neighing came from outside the carriage.


    Char, still half-asleep in his sleep, was jolted awake by the light of the Prayer Light, and the system¡¯s notification sounds echoed in his mind, fully waking him up.


    He first checked the system and was overjoyed to see the updated messages.


    Good things come in pairs; after the completion of the chicken coop during the day, the task ¡°Please! Make it like a home!¡± had also been completed, making all the efforts he and Freyja had put in worthwhile.


    And the rewards after completing the task made Char very happy.


    The fifty wisps of Praying Power were expected, nothing surprising there.


    But the remaining additional rewards were indeed a surprise.


    The rewards were split into two aspects.


    Firstly, he no longer had to worry about cleaning the castle or the potential stench from raising chickens, ducks, fish, and sheep in the future.


    The Permanent Cleaning Technique would save him a great deal of hardship.


    Secondly, the carriage had gained the capability of brief flight.


    Previously, he had tried to make the Wind Winged Horse activate ¡°Wind Wings¡± and ¡°Light Wind¡± to see if he could make the carriage fly as well.


    However, he found that ¡°Wind Wings¡± and ¡°Light Wind¡± could only turn the Wind Winged Horse into a temporary flying horse at best, and it was impossible to lift the carriage into the sky.


    Let¡¯s not even mention that now there were two sections of the carriage, the Wind Winged Horse couldn¡¯t pull it even when there was only one.


    The effects of ¡°Wind Wings¡± and ¡°Light Wind¡± were only to slightly increase the speed at which the carriage could run.


    But now, the Permanent Light Body Skill and the addition of two Wind Winged Horses had made this feat possible.


    Thrilled, Char immediately dressed and walked out of the bedroom toward the door, and Betty, also stirred by the commotion, flew out of the bedroom with Char.


    ¡°What¡¯s happened, Mr. Char?¡±

 Chapter 94 - 41 Good Things Come in Pairs Iron Feather

    Chapter 94: Chapter 41 Good Things Come in Pairs, Iron Feather Archer!_2


    Chapter 94: Chapter 41 Good Things Come in Pairs, Iron Feather Archer!_2


    Although she got along well with Freyja, Betty still preferred to sleep with Char in their house at night.


    Her small, bowl-shaped bed had always been placed in Char¡¯s bedroom.


    Accompanying Betty as they flew out of the bedroom were the Star Worm and the Rain Sound Kingfisher.


    Although the Star Worm had grown much stronger and could almost match the Lantern Firefly, it was no longer the frail being that couldn¡¯t fend for itself like before.


    But it still had the heart of a child, always wanting to stick close to Char.


    As for the Rain Sound Kingfisher? It had become Betty¡¯s animal companion, naturally living and eating with Betty.


    Stepping out of the carriage door, they saw that two Wind Winged Horses had appeared in front of the carriage without notice, and the three Wind Winged Horses were pawing their forehooves, excitedly snorting as if communicating with each other.


    The sudden, joyful neighing startled all beings within the Garden Secret Realm.


    Apart from Char, the Star Worm, Betty, and the Rain Sound Kingfisher, the Lantern Firefly and the Clover Mantis, who had been sleeping in the living room, had already come out to the carriage before Char to check on the situation.


    In the sky, a shadow loomed over, blocking the serene moonlight.


    Fluttering its dragon wings, the Thunder Night Dragon descended, curiously eyeing the two newly-added Wind Winged Horses, seemingly observing the differences among the three.


    Not far away, the Lotus Leaf Frog leaped out of a small pond and, after a few hops, landed next to Char¡¯s feet.


    The Floral Blue Leopard and the Frost Crystal White Deer, sleeping under the water fir trees, both opened their eyes but did not get up after taking a glance at the situation; they watched from a distance instead. S§×arch* The n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    The Night Helmeted Owl perched in the tree was the first to notice what was happening, yet it clung to the water fir branches, not moving an inch.


    Freyja, carrying a lamp, stepped out of the log cabin.


    Auson suddenly emerged from beside Char¡¯s feet.


    ¡°Wind Winged Horses, to the sky!¡±


    Char¡¯s eyes shone as he commanded.


    In the night, the Wind Winged Horses¡¯ backs sprouted wind wings tinged with a faint cyan glow; they spread out majestically as each horse positioned itself.


    At the same time, strands of cyan-colored wind emerged from beneath the horses¡¯ feet, swiftly wrapping around the bottom of the carriage, and the next second, Char, standing on the platform in front of the carriage door, felt a sudden heaviness due to inertia as the entire carriage left the ground and soared into the night sky.


    ¡°Be careful! Don¡¯t hit the barrier!¡±


    Char called out loudly.


    The middle Wind Winged Horse in the front and the other two on each side formed a V-like formation similar to that of flying geese, pulling the carriage as it flew back and forth in the night.


    Char couldn¡¯t help feeling a bit excited.


    In his previous life, such scenes would only appear in fairy tales and fantasy stories, like Santa Claus with his reindeer sleigh.


    But now, it had become reality.


    Char did not let the Wind Winged Horses stop too quickly because he wanted to know how long they could carry the carriage in flight.


    The final result pleased Char.


    He had experimented before and found that the two skills of the Wind Winged Horses could last much longer than those of the Thunder Night Dragon and the Clover Mantis.


    Among the many skills, only the Clover Mantis¡¯s Emerald Light Blade could rival them.


    This time, after the carriage¡¯s minor upgrade, it seemed that the Wind Winged Horses¡¯ abilities had also improved, as the existence time of ¡°Wind Wings¡± and ¡°Light Wind¡± had grown longer.


    A full fifteen minutes passed before the wind wings on the Wind Winged Horses¡¯ backs started to dim, and they descended.


    Immediately after, Char pulled out the vegetable garden blueprint and prayed it forth¡ªafter completing two Upgrade Tasks in a row, the Prayer House had gained another hundred strands of Prayer Power.


    As the blueprint fused with the vegetable garden, Prayer Light once again enveloped the carriage.


    Changes occurred on the tops of the two connected carriage sections, where fences appeared, and at the end of each, a small attic with stairs leading to the rooftop was now in place.


    Subsequently, the fruits and vegetables inside the second section vanished, materializing on the rooftop, attached firmly to prevent any slippage while the carriage was in motion.


    After merging with the carriage, the blueprint had astonishingly transplanted the vegetable garden onto the roof.


    Half of the rooftop garden, now filled with fruits and vegetables, stood as evidence of recent labor put in by Char, Freyja, and Betty.


    The other half remained bare¡ªafter all, Char had planted only so many crops, and now the garden had expanded several-fold, making it impossible to fill completely.


    If the blueprint could automatically refresh the produce after integration, then it wouldn¡¯t have been necessary for Char to go through the trouble of planting them in advance.


    It wasn¡¯t just the garden that changed; as during the day, twenty orbs of black iron light appeared above the carriage, and as the light faded, twenty archers clad in black iron light armor, carrying longbows and arrow feathers, stood in their place.


    ¡°Task completed! Acquired a vegetable garden: growth rate of fruits and vegetables +10%, tastiness +10%, disease resistance +10%, pest resistance +10%.¡±


    ¡°Reward: Twenty Iron Feather Archers to serve as Castle Guards!¡±


    System messages flowed in succession through Char¡¯s mind.


    The last two messages were exactly the same as those from the daytime, providing an overview of the Castle Guard and their undead qualities, so Char did not pay much attention, merely glancing at them before focusing on the newly born Iron Feather Archers.


    Like the Iron Armor Knights, the Iron Feather Archers were also diminutive, but they were more agile, with a faster movement speed and slightly stronger overall abilities, though their Challenge Level remained at only 1/4, not jumping to 1/2.


    After basking in delight for a while, and briefly explaining the transformations of the carriage and the combat abilities and uniqueness of the Iron Armor Knights and Iron Feather Archers to Freyja, Char¡¯s excitement gradually subsided.


    Tonight was destined to be a sleepless one.


    In just a short span of time, the strength of the Castle had significantly increased, much to Char¡¯s delight.


    ¡­


    In the Land of Undead, a massive Thorny Bone Snake slithered under the soil, absorbing the rich Undead Energy within the earth, its soul fire flickering intensely in its eye sockets, constantly changing.


    A subtle vibration arrived, and the Thorny Bone Snake suddenly burst from the ground, hissing angrily toward the direction of the disturbance, creating a foul stench on the deathly breeze.


    Invisible soul waves spread in all directions; at this moment, every Undead creature under its command received the signal to strike.


    The next second, the Thorny Bone Snake roared towards the direction of the vibration, speeding through the ground.


    Lately, it had encountered considerable trouble.


    An enemy of significant strength, even stronger than itself, seemed fixated on causing trouble, relentlessly attacking it. It had attempted to kill this adversary numerous times, just as it had with strong opponents in the past, but after the first encounter, it never got another chance.


    That damn black Flying Lizard was not only powerful but also cunning and fast; by the time it got there, the enemy was long gone.


    Moreover, besides the black Flying Lizard, there were several annoying insects that would attack its minions whenever the Flying Lizard distracted it.


    Ever since those troublesome days began, its minions had steadily decreased in number.


    It was the first time it faced such a situation since it had developed a faint sense of self-awareness.


    Though there were a few Undead as powerful or even stronger than itself in the vicinity, all engaged in their own battles, after many years of warfare in which none could best the others, these powerful Undead had long since left each other alone.


    Who would have thought that another challenger would appear?


    While it did not particularly care about the life and death of these feeble Undead creatures, the number of minions it possessed represented the strength of a powerful Undead creature.


    The reduction in its minions was not something the Thorny Bone Snake took lightly.


    If Char was aware of the Thorny Bone Snake¡¯s current thoughts, he would undoubtedly sneer: it was typical of Undead, being unintelligent and fearless, to remain oblivious even when a plot was at hand, feeling merely annoyed.


    It¡¯s no surprise it¡¯s being taken down like a boss!

 Chapter 95 - 42 Ghost Fire the evolved Lantern Firefly

    Chapter 95: Chapter 42 Ghost Fire, the evolved Lantern Firefly!


    Chapter 95: Chapter 42 Ghost Fire, the evolved Lantern Firefly!


    A glint of emerald flashed, and an undead pig burst into bone fragments in an instant. The Clover Mantis turned into a green shadow and quickly pounced toward the second undead.


    The Gale Ranger rode on the back of the Floral Blue Leopard, leaping from treetop to treetop in the upper forest. With each arrow shot, accompanied by the Mountain Ghost Green Flame, her lethality was so strong it even surpassed that of the Clover Mantis.


    Amidst the Milky Way, countless sparse stars flowed through the woods. The Star Worm continuously emitted a ¡°ting-a-ling¡± wind chime-like sound as it led a multitude of stars in an onslaught against the undead.


    Lantern Firefly was like a swordsman holding a lantern, closely following beside the Star Worm, guarding it with impressive swordsmanship. She occasionally swung her lantern, flinging the fiery glow at the enemy.


    But occasionally, watching the Star Worm leading the stars and slaughtering all around, Lantern Firefly would show a complex, lonely expression.


    Not long ago, the Star Worm was still the ¡°little baby¡± that needed her constant care, almost devoid of combat ability. But how long had it been? It had already caught up with her.


    In terms of killing ability alone, the Star Worm had even surpassed her.


    This made Lantern Firefly feel both gratified and a little frustrated, resulting in complicated emotions. She could only train even harder.


    Aside from the Clover Mantis, Freyja, Floral Blue Leopard, Lantern Firefly, and Star Worm, there were also many little people visible in the forest.


    These little people were all clad in armor. Some held shields and swords, while others wielded longbows, forming squads of soldiers. They fought in perfect sync, combating the undead from all directions.


    The Iron Armor Knights and Iron Feather Archers, lacking special magic abilities and only possessing pure physical attack power, were small in stature. But through their well-coordinated teamwork, sturdy bodies, and fearless style, they too held off many undead.


    Continually, Iron Armor Knights and Iron Feather Archers were smashed flat, then turned into puffs of black iron-colored smoke that dissipated with the wind.


    Char rode on the back of the Frost Crystal White Deer, watching this scene unfold.


    The deaths of the Iron Armor Knights and Iron Feather Archers did not concern him; they were expendable assets that would refresh every day anyway. Not making good use of them would be the real waste.


    Besides, one of the objectives of this operation was to test the combat power of the castle guards.


    The results of the test left Char quite satisfied, for the combat power of the castle guards was stronger than he had anticipated.


    Because one fourth of a Challenge Level represented the combat capability of a single castle guard. When units of equal strength and number engage, the combat power unleashed between well-trained versus untrained, synergistic versus unsynergistic, is vastly different.


    The castle guards were exceptionally well-trained and did not have issues with morale. Even if it came down to the last soldier, there would be no rout.


    This aspect was somewhat akin to that of the undead, but the undead did not possess the well-trained and coordinated sync of the castle guards.


    Char quickly drew his bow and loosed an arrow without a trace of expression, blowing up an Undead Crow that had flown overhead, and then set down his bow again.


    Since he had not yet successfully transitioned to his new profession, he still had to use the archer profession as a temporary measure. However, he felt the transition was close at hand. Once he assumed the role of Natural Prophet, even if his professional level did not increase, his combat and survival abilities would soar.


    In the distance, a blue-purple lightning flashed. A few seconds later, vibrations transmitted from the ground.


    ¡®It looks like the Thunder Night Dragon and the Thorny Bone Snake have started fighting,¡¯ Char thought.


    Since the first time the Thunder Night Dragon took a small fall, cleaning up the minions afterwards always involved the Thunder Night Dragon drawing the Thorny Bone Snake¡¯s attention, while the rest of them took the opportunity to clear the Thorny Bone Snake¡¯s underlings elsewhere.


    The Thorny Bone Snake was foolish, falling for such a simple scheme time and again, waiting to be stripped of its wings before ultimately being slain.


    Mainly because at that time, Kedel had already been grievously injured and couldn¡¯t continue to take action. The Florence Kingdom was preoccupied with its own affairs and simply didn¡¯t have the extra strength to notice such a deeply hidden undead calamity in the Florence Forest that hadn¡¯t truly erupted.


    Otherwise, with the intelligence displayed by these intermediate undead, they would have been slowly consumed and then flattened long ago.


    After days of effort, a significant number of undead in this area had been cleared. The number of the Thorny Bone Snake¡¯s subordinates had sharply decreased. In truth, Char was now in a position to initiate a decisive battle and attempt to kill the Thorny Bone Snake.


    But he didn¡¯t have an absolute advantage yet. Waging battle now could not only lead to failure but also casualties.


    Since this was not a time-limited task, why rush? It would be better to wait until they had an absolute advantage, ensuring they could crush the Thorny Bone Snake, and then take action.


    And that day was not far off.


    With this in mind, Char¡¯s gaze inevitably fell upon Lantern Firefly.


    He reckoned it was time for Lantern Firefly to evolve.


    For Magic Pets like Lantern Firefly, Star Worm, and Lotus Leaf Frog that had transformed from ordinary animals, their Challenge Level could not possibly rise above level 5. They would likely reach their level cap after rising two or three levels.


    To further increase their strength, they had to evolve.


    Among his Magic Pets, the ones closest to evolving were the Clover Mantis and the Lantern Firefly.


    The Clover Mantis started at a higher level, so once it grew close to the level 5 limit, it could evolve without needing to level up completely.


    But leveling to 5 was much harder than leveling to 1 or 2, which was why it had not yet reached the level cap.


    As for Lantern Firefly, because it started off at a not-so-lower level and was born earlier, it was enough to level up one more level after having already leveled up once to nearly reach its cap and be ready to evolve.


    Additionally, due to its diligent and rigorous efforts, it accelerated the absorption of Energy Essence, enhancing the effect of attribute food.


    According to Char¡¯s observations, Lantern Firefly was very close to evolving, and it would likely be the first Magic Pet under his command to do so.


    The system limited summoning new Magic Pets, right?


    No matter, he still had a way to skyrocket his power!


    Once Lantern Firefly¡¯s Challenge Level reached 4 and it evolved, its combat power, while perhaps a bit less than the Thunder Night Dragon¡¯s, wouldn¡¯t be far behind, and soon he would have another formidable general at his command.


    Two against one, the risk was significantly reduced.


    Char knew that in recent times, the Lantern Firefly had felt somewhat desolate, as if it had suddenly turned from a capable assistant to a being that was of little help, thus it had trained so desperately.


    All this he had watched with his own eyes.


    Now, the effort once made was finally bearing rich fruit.


    Char felt genuinely happy for the Lantern Firefly inside his heart.


    ¡°Retreat!¡±


    Seeing that most of the undead in front of them had been nearly defeated, Char joined the fight with the Frost Crystal White Deer, and after killing all the undead within sight, he gave the command.


    The two of them plus the magic pets retreated quickly, while the castle guards started transporting the broken bones of the undead.


    They had short hands and legs, and their movement speed couldn¡¯t match Char and his companions, but their tirelessness was their advantage. As long as he and Freyja weren¡¯t around, their non-living nature wouldn¡¯t attract attacks from undead, and they could transport the bones to the Garden Secret Realm bit by bit like ants moving house, using them as fertilizer for the Ghost Lamp Green Vine. S~ea??h the n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    It saved him a lot of trouble.


    Soon, the group returned to the Garden Secret Realm.


    Char glanced at the Green Vine Wall that composed the barrier. The Ghost Lamp Green Vine had undergone great changes compared to before; the leaves no longer resembled ordinary green vine leaves but more like skeletal claws, giving off a gloomy and eerie vibe.


    Those who were unaware would probably mistake it for some sinister ghostly entity, never suspecting that it was actually a plant that restrained undead.


    Not only the leaves had changed; there were also buds emerging on the vines, the naturally drooping buds resembling black skulls.


    Compared to the skeletal, dark green leaves resembling fingers, these were even more chilling and bizarre!


    Before long, the Thunder Night Dragon that had flown a large circle also came back.


    Afterward, Char and Freyja continued with the day¡¯s routine, studying to become a Natural Prophet and Gale Ranger, doing some farming, and so on, with a schedule that was packed full, fulfilling, and filled with vigor.


    ¡­


    As dusk fell, Char and Freyja moved the dining table to the garden; a lavish dinner was spread on the table, surrounded by magic pets with various eating manners.


    As the Night Helmeted Owl had also been well-behaved during this period, it too received its share of the spoils.


    Char chatted leisurely with Freyja while drinking the refreshing beverage she had made with fruits and vegetables, topped with ice cubes, feeling utterly content with life, so much so that the usual nostalgia for his pre-transferred life hadn¡¯t surfaced for quite a while.


    It was then that Char and Freyja sensed something and turned their heads in unison towards the vine wall, only to see strands of ghostly blue ghost fire lighting up on the ghastly vine wall.


    At first, there were only a few isolated strands, but quickly ghost fire lit up within all the skull-shaped buds, their color reminiscent of blue tears in the vast ocean.


    Dreamy, beautiful, and a stark contrast to the gloomy and eerie impression of the ghost vines.


    In a blink, the vine wall had turned into a wall of enigmatic blue fire.


    Strands of ghost fire escaped from the skull-like flowers, leaping and quivering in the twilight, as if engaged in some ancient and mysterious rite.


    The scene was so fantastical and mysterious that even Freyja, who was quite worldly, couldn¡¯t help but open her mouth in astonishment, staring at the sight before her in shock.


    Then, like sky lanterns, the ghost fire began to rise slowly, drifting towards the heavens.


    Char suddenly turned his head to look at the Lantern Firefly.


    The Lantern Firefly stared blankly at the ghost lanterns rising in the breeze, its gaze stunned, and even its body exhibited slight changes at this moment.


    Char¡¯s heart surged with joy, and he immediately opened the Lantern Firefly¡¯s panel.


    Sure enough, its Challenge Level had reached 4.


    After so many days of desperate training, the Lantern Firefly¡¯s efforts had finally paid off, advancing another level!


    Not only that, but its Skills had also changed.


    However, Char was no longer concerned about Skills, because they were not important; once the Lantern Firefly evolved, its Skills would definitely change again.


    With a thought from Char, the prepared Prayer Crystal burst forth with a dazzling light, shooting out of the carriage and hurtling straight toward the Lantern Firefly!


    The golden, resplendent, and sacred brilliance captured the attention of everyone, the pets, and the fairies present.


    The Lantern Firefly¡¯s form began to grow rapidly, its already slender body becoming even more elongated. When the light dissipated, the new Lantern Firefly appeared before everyone.


    [Fierce Sword Firefly]


    [Attributes]: Strength 71, Defense 64, Agility 82, Constitution 70, Intelligence 75, Perception 79


    [Life Value]: 153892/153892


    [Magic Power]: 13839/13839


    [Skills]: Fiery Flame Sword (4 rings), Flowing Fire Burning Body (4 rings), Dual-blade Cross Slash (3 rings)


    [Challenge Level]: 7


    [Introduction]: The evolved Lantern Firefly has undergone a remarkable transformation in strength. The Fierce Sword Firefly is not only an outstanding swordsman but also commands the power of fire. When it absorbs the streaming fire wrapped around its dual blades into its body, it can unleash even more astonishing combat power.

 Chapter 96 - 43 Fierce Sword Firefly The Faint Blue Ghost

    Chapter 96: Chapter 43: Fierce Sword Firefly! The Faint Blue Ghost Lamp in the Night!


    Chapter 96: Chapter 43: Fierce Sword Firefly! The Faint Blue Ghost Lamp in the Night!


    At dusk, bluish ghost fires floated upward like countless lanterns, casting a glowing blue light on Lantern Firefly, oh no, now called Fierce Sword Firefly.


    The ghostly light of the ghost lamp cast a bluish hue on the Fierce Sword Firefly¡¯s body.


    After its evolution, Lantern Firefly had grown to half human height, and although it hadn¡¯t grown as large as Thunder Night Dragon due to the generally small stature of the insect-type Demon Beasts, it had surpassed the Clover Mantis.


    The lantern previously held in its right hand had disappeared, replaced by a red sword, and not just one, but two, one in each hand.


    Moreover, unlike the Stabbing Sword before evolution, which resembled a needle stab, the swords of Fierce Sword Firefly now looked like normal Knight Swords.


    Additionally, the True Red Thorn of Lantern Firefly was entirely composed of Fire Attribute energy with no physical form, but the swords of Fierce Sword Firefly actually had a physical form, merged with its hands, forming one whole entity, existing even without activating skills.


    The shape was cooler and more dashing than before, like a stern swordsman who would burst into action in the next second and thrust the sword before you.


    Not only that, although Fierce Sword Firefly no longer had a lantern, it retained the light.


    At the wrist where each hand connected to the sword, there was a circle of bright red flames.


    This ring of firefly-light, each cluster of flames no larger than a marble, hung in the air, revolving around Fierce Sword Firefly¡¯s wrists, burning quietly.


    Cool!


    Truly imposing!


    Char sincerely exclaimed.


    ¡°Lantern Firefly, since you have evolved, the old name no longer suits you. From now on, your name will be Fierce Sword Firefly, how do you feel about that?¡± Char said.


    He mainly said this for Freyja¡¯s benefit since he had an interface panel while Freyja did not, and suddenly changing the Lantern Firefly¡¯s name required some explanation.


    Fierce Sword Firefly was also surprised by the astonishing changes to its own body and was inspecting itself when it heard Char¡¯s words; it immediately nodded to Char in response.


    ¡°Then show us your abilities, Fierce Sword Firefly,¡± Char said, picking an opponent for Fierce Sword Firefly, and upon seeing the eager Thunder Night Dragon, ¡°Let him be your opponent, Thunder Night Dragon.¡±


    ¡°Be careful, don¡¯t get hurt.¡±


    ¡°The Secret Realm space is too small, let¡¯s go outside.¡±


    Under Auson¡¯s control, the Secret Realm opened, and the group filed out.


    Not only Star Worm, Clover Mantis, Freyja, and Floral Blue Leopard but even Night Helmeted Owl silently followed out of the secret realm, perching on a tree branch, ready to witness the battle. sea??h th§× Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    All beings inside the ¡°Castle¡± except for the three Wind Winged Horses came out, showing great curiosity about the evolved strength of Lantern Firefly.


    However, after leaving the Secret Realm, Fierce Sword Firefly and Thunder Night Dragon didn¡¯t start fighting immediately because everyone¡¯s attention was drawn to the Ghost Lamp Green Vine¡¯s released ghost fires.


    At this moment, the vine wall formed by Ghost Lamp Green Vine lost its brightness, all the ghost fires had risen into the air, and there was no trace of ghost fire between the vines anymore.


    After rising, the ghost fires moved as if they had a destination, quickly floating towards the direction of the Land of Undead.


    ¡°Betty, Auson, you stay here.¡±


    Seeing this, Char mounted the Frost Crystal White Deer, shouted back to Betty and Auson, and then followed the floating ghost fires.


    Freyja rode on the Floral Blue Leopard, closely following, while Thunder Night Dragon and Fierce Sword Firefly of course immediately kept up¡ªChar¡¯s safety was paramount, as the strongest battle forces, they had to stay close to Char at all times.


    Star Worm hesitated slightly; it wanted to follow Char but was also concerned about leaving Betty and Auson behind.


    Although Char was number one in its heart, it was also fond of Betty and Auson, and especially since it had become stronger, it felt more responsible for protecting its weaker companions.


    Just then, Clover Mantis gestured to Star Worm, indicating that it would stay with Betty and the others, quieting Star Worm¡¯s concerns.


    So, Star Worm happily chirped a few times and chased after Char.


    A deer and a leopard nimbly ran through the forest.


    Above the forest, a dragon and a firefly flew low, closely guarding.


    Star Worm closely followed behind, like a shooting star, leaving a trail of starlight.


    In the night sky, the ¡°ghost lamps¡± floating in the air drifted with the wind, seeming leisurely, but moving at a not-so-slow speed, soon reaching the edge of the Land of Undead.


    Then they quickly descended, some landing on trees, some on bushes, but many more on the ground.


    The Frost Crystal White Deer came to a sudden stop, and Char, riding on the deer¡¯s back, followed the descending ghost fires with his eyes to the ground.


    Over the past few days, he had been continuously clearing up this part of the Land of Death near the Garden Secret Realm, and by now, it was virtually free of Undead, except for the occasional lone wanderer from other areas.


    However, the influence of the Power of Death on the land and forest remained, the soil still showing an ominous black color, filled with the scent of death and decay.


    The impact of the Power of Death on the forest and nature wasn¡¯t so easily removed.


    Even if all the Undead in this area of the Land of Death were eliminated and the sources diffusing the Power of Death were cleared, without the intervention of a third party, relying solely on the forest¡¯s own healing ability, it would take many years to recover from the damage caused.