Chapter 73: Power from Life · Part 1
“What is this…”
Lonis couldn’t speak, staring at the completely different underground commercial street.
She still remembered coming here half a month ago, but back then, the entire underground commercial street was like a demon’s lair, awe-inspiring.
But now?
The ground was spotlessly clean. Both the stubborn black stains and the scattered cigarette butts were gone.
In their place was an indescribable tranquility.
The power of vines wound around the stone pillars and walls, and countless leaves swayed gently, as if one had walked into the depths of a forest. A deep breath felt like inhaling negative ions.
“Elus, what is this…”
“Hmph, when the Yixiu Fragment was discovered in the underground commercial street, I asked Isumi to analyze it. The results were as I expected…”
“Wh-what?!”
Lonis gasped and finally remembered.
The Tree of Origin Collapse fed on the dark, polluted things!
Could it be that the Yixiu Fragment was excellent nourishment for the Tree of Origin Collapse?
And these past few days, Elus had been utilizing the Yixiu Fragments that the Demon Race had been flinging in with trebuchets?
…
“Heh heh, that’s right. So after Princess Cécile recovered her power, I had her use long-distance teleportation magic.”
“Waaah?!”
Lonis gasped, finally understanding why she had been handling all the work these past few days… because Princess Cécile wasn’t in the Kingdom at all!
And her own presence had cleverly diverted the Demon Race’s attention, making them believe Princess Cécile was constantly preparing for war.
But in reality, Princess Cécile had traveled to the Boundless Land, bringing crucial reinforcements for the Kingdom and her companions.
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“Bai Ye, keep it up! After we succeed, we’ll go drink delicious bubble tea together.”
“Mm, Sister Su Ling… I’ll do my best.”
Even though they hadn’t seen each other for a month, the relationship between Su Ling and Bai Ye was still as close as ever.
The pink-haired girl, like a little loli who hadn’t grown up, hugged Bai Ye tightly from behind… the sight of these girls pressed together was incredibly cute.
Their cheeks rubbed against each other, soft and fluffy, but then a large pink-haired girl walked over and said affectionately, “Alright, Su Ling, don’t cling to Bai Ye all the time. It’s time to get to business.”
“Ugh…”
Pulled up by her older sister, Su Ling looked a little displeased. However, she knew that business was important, so she said, “Okay, we’ll play together after Bai Ye finishes her work.”
“Okay!”
As if greatly encouraged, Bai Ye nodded.
In fact, although her appearance hadn’t changed much, Bai Ye had undergone a complete transformation.
Most importantly, her facial expressions had changed.
Previously, even though Bai Ye tried her best to interact with everyone, she always appeared expressionless, like a puppet.
But now?
Both her smile and her eyes were full of life, indistinguishable from a human’s.
“Su Ling, Sister Lonis and Sister Elus seem to have arrived too. Let’s go and greet them.”
“Okay~”
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At the agreed-upon spot, Lonis saw the cute girls.
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“So it’s Bai Ye who came to help… Well, thank you so much, Bai Ye.”
“Ah, please don’t mention it, Sister Lonis. Besides, helping humans repel those demons is what I, as a Home-type Assist Puppet, should naturally do!”
“Eh, you’re still a Home-type puppet?”
“Mm, because no matter what happens, Bai Ye is still Bai Ye. Her original intention will never change.”
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Bai Ye looked at Lonis with great sincerity, her gaze seeming like a little rabbit wanting to repay kindness.
This made Elus clear her throat and ask, “Bai Ye, where is Dr. O’Kali?”
“Reporting to Senior Elus, there was a problem with the a-13 plant magic furnace, so I had everyone go and fix it. If there are no problems, they should be here by now.”
As soon as Bai Ye finished speaking, footsteps were heard from the end of the corridor.
However, it wasn’t just Dr. O’Kali who appeared, but also Sister Zhisheng Luo, covered in blood, and the exhausted Nalonate.
“Sister, Nana, how could you… be here…”
Sister Zhisheng Luo seemed alright, with no major injuries, but Nalonate was completely weak, unable to even lift her eyes.
“I’m sorry, this is my fault. I mistook Nalonate for Zhisheng, and had her deal with the problem. Something happened as a result.”
Dr. O’Kali looked very remorseful, but Bai Ye simply shook her head gently:
“Black Scale Disease? It’s okay. As long as the Tree of Origin Collapse is successfully activated, everyone suffering from Black Scale Disease will have a chance to transform.”
“Black Scale Disease too?”
“Mm, because the corrosive power and Yixiu are of the same origin, once the Tree of Origin Collapse is activated, all residents of Insoraia will be protected.”
“Then what are we waiting for? Activate it quickly!”
Zhisheng was not a reckless girl, but she couldn’t wait a moment longer, as she had personally witnessed many warriors in danger. If it was even a second late, many might not make it.
However…
“Mm, although the Tree of Origin Collapse is ready, there is still one important thing that requires everyone’s cooperation.”
“Cooperation…”
“Yes, although the Tree of Origin Collapse can absorb the power of Yixiu, it can also absorb human flesh and blood. If it’s activated rashly, the citizens could also be attacked.”
“!”
“Therefore, while thinking of cherished memories, please transfer your own magic power to me and the Tree of Origin Collapse. Only then can I tell the Tree of Origin Collapse that humans are our companions and beings that must never be attacked.”
“Cherished memories…”
Compared to Sister Zhisheng’s hesitation, Lonis’s face completely flushed red.
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For her, the most cherished memory was the time when she and Elus helped each other. For instance, facing the Fiery Abyss, she carried the little loli all the way, refusing to give up.
For instance, facing the Orange Abyss, she followed Elus’s figure and passed the extremely difficult entrance exam.
For instance, facing the Tree Abyss, she stood guard behind Elus, helping her fend off attacks from behind.
Though they seemed insignificant, these were the best cherished memories she, as a Hero, could feel…
If that’s the case then…
“Hmph, you foolish maid, for this moment only, I permit you to hug my body?”
“Eh…”
“Because it’s about saving the world, there’s no other way. Mm… Everyone hold hands together, and let’s jointly transfer our power to Bai Ye,” Elus said with a slight smile.
