Chapter 261 : Power from Life - Part 1
"This is..."
Looking at the completely different underground commercial street, Lonis was speechless with amazement.
She remembered coming here half a month ago, but then the entire underground commercial street was like a demon's den, intimidating to behold.
But now?
The ground was spotlessly clean. Whether those black stubborn stains or scattered cigarette butts everywhere had all disappeared.
In their place was an indescribable tranquility.
Vines wound around pillars and walls, countless leaves swayed gently, like walking deep into a forest. Even taking a deep breath carried the scent of negative oxygen ions.
"Elucia, this is..."
"Hmph, when Exotic Decay fragments were discovered in the underground commercial street, I asked Yicheng to analyze them. The analysis results were as I expected..."
"Wh-what?!"
Lonis gasped, finally remembering.
The Tree of Causality fed on polluted dark matter!
This meant... Exotic Decay fragments were excellent nutrients for the Tree of Causality?
And these past few days, the Exotic Decay fragments the demons shot in with catapults had also been utilized by Elucia?
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"Hehe, exactly. So after Princess Sethilu recovered her power, I had her use long-distance teleportation magic."
"Wah?!"
Lonis gasped, finally understanding why she had been handling all the work these past few days... Because Princess Sethilu wasn't in the kingdom at all!
Her existence cleverly diverted the demons' attention, making them think Princess Sethilu was continuously conducting war mobilization.
But actually, Princess Sethilu had gone to the Boundless Lands, bringing crucial reinforcements for the country and companions.
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"Bai Ye, work hard! After success, let's drink delicious bubble tea together."
"Mm, Sister Suling... I'll work hard."
Though they hadn't met for a month, the relationship between Suling and Bai Ye remained as close as ever.
The pink-haired girl hugged Bai Ye tightly from behind like a little loli who hadn't grown up... This scene of girls clinging together looked absolutely adorable.
Cheek to cheek, soft and fluffy, but a pink-haired older girl walked over and said lovingly:
"Alright, Suling, don't keep clinging to Bai Ye. It's time to get to work."
"Wuu..."
Being pulled up by her sister, Suling showed some dissatisfaction. But knowing business was important, she said: "Fine then. After Bai Ye finishes work, we'll play together."
"Okay!"
As if greatly encouraged, Bai Ye also nodded.
Actually, though her appearance showed no change, Bai Ye had undergone earth-shaking transformation.
Most importantly, her facial expressions.
Previously, though Bai Ye worked hard to communicate with everyone, she always looked expressionless no matter when, like a doll.
But now?
Whether her smile or eyes showed tremendous vitality, completely indistinguishable from a human.
"Suling, it seems Lonis and Sister Elucia have also arrived. Let's go greet them."
"Okay~"
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At the appointed place, Lonis saw the cute girls.
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"So Bai Ye came to help... Mm, really thank you so much, Bai Ye."
"Ah, Sister Lonis, no need to be polite. Moreover, helping humans repel those demons is what I should naturally do as a household-type support doll!"
"Huh, still a household doll?"
"Mm, because no matter what happens, Bai Ye is Bai Ye. My original intention will never change."
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Bai Ye looked at Lonis very sincerely, that gaze like a little rabbit wanting to repay kindness.
This made Elucia cough lightly: "Bai Ye, where is Dr. Okali?"
"Reporting to Senior Elucia, the A-13 plant magic furnace has some problems. I've asked everyone to repair it. If there are no issues, they should be here by now."
As soon as Bai Ye finished speaking, footsteps came from the corridor's end.
But appearing wasn't just Dr. Okali, but also blood-covered Senior Luozhi Sheng and exhausted Nalonaté.
"Senior, Nana, how did you... end up here..."
Senior Luozhi Sheng looked fine with no major problems, but Nalonaté seemed completely weakened, unable to even lift her eyes.
"Sorry, this is my responsibility. I mistook Nalonaté for Student Luozhi Sheng and had her handle the problem. Something happened as a result."
Dr. Okali seemed very distressed, but Bai Ye just shook her head gently:
"Black Scale Disease? It's fine. As long as we successfully activate the Tree of Causality, those suffering from Black Scale Disease will also have a chance for transformation."
"Black Scale Disease can be cured too?"
"Mm, because corrosive power and Exotic Decay are from the same source. Once the Tree of Causality activates, all Insolania residents will receive protection."
"Then what are we waiting for? Activate it quickly!"
Luozhi Sheng wasn't a rash girl, but she couldn't wait a moment longer, having personally witnessed many warriors in crisis. If delayed by one second, many people might be too late.
However...
"Mm, though the Tree of Causality is ready, there's still one important thing requiring everyone's cooperation."
"Cooperation..."
"Yes, though the Tree of Causality can devour Exotic Decay power, it can equally devour human flesh and blood. If activated rashly, citizens might also be attacked."
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"So please, while thinking of beautiful memories, transmit your magical power to me and the Tree of Causality. Only this way can I tell the Tree of Causality that humans are our companions, absolutely not to be attacked."
"Beautiful memories..."
Compared to Senior Luozhi Sheng's hesitation, Lonis blushed completely.
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For her, the most beautiful memories were times of mutual support with Elucia.
Like in front of Flame Abyss, carrying the little loli forward, refusing to give up no matter what.
Like in front of Orange Abyss, following Elucia's figure, passing very difficult entrance tests.
Like in front of Tree Abyss, protecting Elucia from behind, helping her block rear attacks.
Though seemingly insignificant, these were the most beautiful memories she could feel as a hero...
In that case...
"Hmph, stupid maid, just for this moment, I'll allow you to hold this young lady's body."
"Huh..."
"Because it's saving the world, there's no choice. Mm... everyone hold together and jointly transmit power to Bai Ye."
Elucia smiled slightly and said this.