Chapter 322 : Semi-Elemental Lifeform
Chapter 322: Semi-Elemental Lifeform
With the establishment of the Third Soul Circuit, Janna’s soul power continued to surge, and even the Witch Tree deep in the Sea of Soul rapidly branched out and sprouted, becoming increasingly thick and towering.
"Zz—"
The flames roared, and mana erupted violently.
At the moment Janna completed the connection of the Third Soul Circuit, her eyes suddenly flew open.
At the same time, the surrounding plant-type mana surged like a torrential current, not only pouring into the wound on her right wrist, but also gushing rapidly into her eyes, ears, nose, and mouth.
"Bang bang bang—"
The twelve plant-elemental Magic Stones on the hexagram array shattered simultaneously. In the Closed Cultivation Chamber, a green mana vortex with Janna at its center swiftly formed.
"So this is what elemental infusion feels like—"
At the center of the vortex, Janna, while instinctively absorbing mana, also divided her focus to observe her own condition.
The wounds on both of her wrists had already fully healed, not even a trace remained. Through her pale skin, besides the blood, Janna could faintly see mana flowing through her veins. As time passed, after hours of mana infusion, the swirling vortex around Janna gradually calmed down, replaced by flickering green light specks that danced joyfully around her.
"Hoo—inhale—hoo—inhale—"
A steady breathing sound echoed continuously between Janna’s mouth and nose. As her breathing became more elongated, three thick branches covered in green leaves burst through her Witch Robe, growing from her spine and rising until they barely touched the ceiling of the Closed Cultivation Chamber.
With the second breath, centered around Janna, countless green vines surged forth like fanged serpents, rapidly growing in all directions.
Immediately after, roots took hold, flowers bloomed in profusion, and various kinds of plants burst from every corner of the chamber as if stimulated by a drug. The entire room looked like a miniature forest.
"Hoo—inhale—"
With the third breath, the plants that were about to pierce through the ceiling suddenly ceased growing.
The vegetation withered, leaves drooped. The once vibrant vines began to shrivel and eventually crumbled into withered twigs, falling to the ground.
"Hoo—inhale—hoo—inhale—" The fourth breath sounded. As the green light specks jumped rapidly, the completely withered plants regained vitality.
Flourishing and withering, life’s cycle spun—within just a few breaths of Janna, all the plants in the Closed Cultivation Chamber completed a full cycle of life and death. At the same time, large patches of dark brown bark extended from Janna’s arms, neckline, and cheeks. The three branches previously sprouting from her spine gradually enveloped her entire body.
Until her torso became a tree trunk, limbs turned into branches—transformed into a semi-elemental form, Janna’s appearance resembled that of a tree spirit. Sitting at the center of the hexagram array, she looked utterly strange.
"So this is the semi-elemental form?"
Looking at her arm that was indistinguishable from an ordinary tree trunk, Janna couldn’t help but feel a bit curious.
"Kk-kak——"
Driven by strong curiosity, Janna directly wrapped a Mithril Dagger with a branch and unhesitatingly chopped at the branch around her forearm.
"It’s quite hard."
Seeing her "arm" remain unscathed, Janna immediately increased the force applied with the Mithril Dagger, but no matter how hard she tried—
She never succeeded.
"Thor, come here for a moment."
Having long finished absorbing refined energy, the Lightning Accumulation Cloud and the Flame Guardian were curled up in a corner.
Upon hearing Janna’s call, the Lightning Accumulation Cloud hiding in the northeast corner cautiously floated toward her, weaving around the plants.
"Strike this spot with lightning."
After confirming Janna wasn’t joking, the Lightning Accumulation Cloud hesitantly began gathering a faint electric spark to aim at Janna’s arm.
"Thor, no need to hold back, just go all out."
Seeing the hair-thin current before it, Janna immediately added another line.
"Bzzzz—"
Upon hearing this, the Lightning Accumulation Cloud dared not defy Janna again. It gathered all its mana into one point, forming a sharp and imposing lightning blade, and slashed toward the "tree spirit" Janna’s arm.
"Boom—"
Lightning danced, dazzlingly bright.
At the moment the lightning blade struck Janna’s arm, the wooden branches that couldn’t be scratched even by a Mithril Dagger exploded on impact, splitting half of her arm and torso in two, leaving behind only a charred mess.
"Although the elemental form’s physical defense has improved, it still retains the weakness to fire and lightning—"
Within a few breaths, the part of Janna’s body destroyed by lightning rapidly regenerated.
In no time, the trunk regrew, life was restored. Other than consuming some mana, Janna didn’t feel anything else.
"Aside from the inherent weaknesses of plant-elemental life, there are indeed many advantages. Not only does it possess strong regenerative power, but also—no sense of pain at all."
Whether being slashed or struck by lightning, in the semi-elemental form, Janna felt no pain whatsoever.
Moreover, Janna noticed her stamina felt practically limitless. Even maintaining the form for several days and nights wouldn’t be a problem for her.
"Ssss—"
The trunk receded, foliage dispersed. After finishing her exploration of the semi-elemental lifeform, Janna reverted to her human form.
However, looking at the mess of withered wood littering the Closed Cultivation Chamber, Janna couldn’t help but rub her temple.
"Forget it, I paid for this anyway. At worst, I’ll compensate a bit later———"
Although the rental price of the Magic Tower’s Closed Cultivation Chamber was high, Janna still couldn’t help but give it a thumbs up for its cost-effectiveness.
Whether it was the density of elemental mana, the ceiling that withstood the pressure of plant growth during her breakthrough, or even the walls that showed no marks after being struck by the lightning from the Lightning Accumulation Cloud, it all proved that the money Janna spent on renting the chamber was absolutely worth it.
"It’s time to leave."
After checking the time on her pocket watch, Janna sent the Lightning Accumulation Cloud and Flame Guardian back to the Spirit Realm and prepared to leave the Closed Cultivation Chamber.
Only, just as Janna was about to push the door open, she suddenly realized that the back of her Witch Robe had been pierced by the branches during her breakthrough, leaving a huge hole.
"Good thing I brought a spare Witch Robe."