Chapter 180: Talent Upgrade Success! The Heaven-Reaching Vine!

Chapter 180: Talent Upgrade Success! The Heaven-Reaching Vine!

Is it really a ten-draw streak?

Su Ping blinked, and this time, he even felt a slight pain in his brain.

Because the rapidly illuminated Plant-type Companion Beast's intimacy had reached the standard.

The illuminated Codex, however, directly affected his spirit.

With the enhanced Mind Link ability, he gained a new talent, 'Rain Prayer', and this rapid improvement made it difficult for Su Ping to accept it for a while.

Of course, it was not that he was unwilling to accept it.

If he could gain such an improvement just by feeling a headache, Su Ping wanted to say, please continue, and whip me.

He rubbed his swollen temples, feeling slightly insecure.

What a pity.

Those Companion Beasts below the Overlord Rank lacked the intelligence and comprehension to understand what was happening, as they were passive followers and naturally struggled to comprehend the situation.

Therefore, the difficulty of illuminating their Codices was probably much more challenging than the others.

However, Su Ping was satisfied.

At this moment, not only had he gained a new talent, 'Rain Prayer', but also...

As he illuminated the Plant-type Codices, the talent 'Mind Link' had actually reached its maximum value.

It must be said that he had the Life Ancient Tree to thank for this.

Not only could the Life Ancient Tree illuminate the Codex, but also...

Additionally, and more importantly, there was a special note in the Universal Codex's prompt:

【Codex 'Life Ancient Tree' illuminated, current level: 1, obtained Primordial Reward: Talent 'Mind Link' effect enhanced (11/10)!】

【Talent 'Mind Link' upgraded to 'Spirit-link'】

Compared to the illumination of other Codices, perhaps due to the Life Ancient Tree's higher race level, the effect enhancement directly increased by a full three points!

It was because of this that after illuminating ten Plant-type Companion Beast Codices, Mind Link reached its maximum value!

Su Ping closed his eyes, feeling the feedback from the Universal Codex:

【Rain Prayer: Can use spiritual power to cause localized rainfall, nourishing Plant-type Companion Beasts, and enhancing the concentration of water elements.】

Hmm?

Su Ping's eyes lit up.

Although illuminating the Flame Clematis, a Fire-type Companion Beast, to gain a Water-type talent seemed abstract, it was indeed useful.

This talent was genuinely valuable in combat.

However, he didn't have any Water-type Companion Beasts.

Thinking of this, Su Ping fell silent.

Considering the adorable Plant-type Companion Beasts and those damnable White-eyed Fish, Su Ping couldn't help but feel frustrated.

He shifted his attention to the changes in another talent!

The talent level enhancement was something Su Ping had wanted to understand for a while.

However, he never had the opportunity.

And this knowledge was not taught at the Basic Beastmaster Academy.

Now, with the help of the Universal Codex, he had finally achieved the talent skill enhancement.

【Spirit-link: Can use spiritual power to fully understand the other party's intentions and allow other living beings to hear one's voice without actively speaking, with a certain degree of persuasive effect.】

The description remained simple, and even from the essence of the talent enhancement, there wasn't much change.

Without the last sentence, there might not have been any change at all.

At most, it added a 'Telepathy' effect.

Even though this effect was quite important.

Su Ping's talent was 'Companion Beast Home', and he couldn't use Mind Link.

In many urgent situations when communicating with Companion Beasts, it was easy to be exposed, and telepathy could indeed save a lot of trouble.

However, the last sentence in the explanation undoubtedly added appeal to the Spirit-link talent.

Of course, Su Ping did not agree with the term 'persuasion'.

For a just Beastmaster, education and enlightenment were far superior to persuasion, right?

It seemed to be a spontaneous movement, and the feedback from the Universal Codex for Spirit-link, that last sentence, indeed became enlightenment.

This made Su Ping nod in satisfaction.

The talent enhancement effect was excellent!

Such an enhancement could truly allow a Beastmaster's talent ability to shine.

The only question was, if the Mind Link enhancement was so effective, what about other talents, like the most versatile 'True Eye'?

Speaking of which, why did all the Plant-type Codices in the Universal Codex have enhancements in Mind Link?

The talent he truly wanted to enhance was 'True Eye'.

The ability of 'True Eye' was too versatile.

Alas.

Su Ping opened his eyes again and scanned the illuminated Codices to confirm.

However, Su Ping paused slightly.

The Flame Clematis, Spear Fir King, and others were naturally present.

The rest, like the Bay Laurel Tree, Blade Silver Apricot, and other relatively silent ones, were all there.

But, he searched the entire hillside and couldn't find the last one illuminated by the Universal Codex, the Life Ancient Tree.

In the Codex, this was an extremely rare vine.

The verdant color, at first glance, even resembled the 'Vine Strangulation' skill summoned by Lin Lang.

However, its body was exceptionally long.

It also belonged to the extremely rare category of companion beasts.

But for such a unique vine companion beast, if it were here, Su Ping should have noticed it.

He shook his head and paid no attention.

His eyes, bright and sparkling, smiled at the Life Ancient Tree and everyone present:

"Well, seniors, when are you all planning to set off?"

Safety first.

Not having moved them to his own place, Su Ping couldn't rest easy.

The Life Ancient Tree naturally understood this, and chuckled:

"I brought them here, which means I'm ready to leave. There's nothing else to prepare, we can go anytime!"

Dong Muchun's eyes also lit up:

"I'll send someone to drive over immediately!"

The plant-type companion beasts here were too high-level to be contained within the Beast Taming Space.

Transporting wild companion beasts has always been a troublesome matter.

Ordinary spatial facilities cannot accommodate living companion beasts.

From this perspective, it can be seen that Su Ping's talent as a Beast Taming House is not bad.

It's just a pity that his level is insufficient.

Other things aside, Su Ping looked at the Longevity Banyan, a tree with a canopy over a hundred meters tall, standing alone like a forest,

and then glanced at the Spear Fir King, which was two to three hundred meters tall, scratching his head.

Fortunately, the facts proved that Su Ping didn't quite understand them.

The bodies of the Longevity Banyans could actually be directly disassembled.

And the slender Spear Fir King could even shrink down to twenty to thirty meters.

Being able to become a companion beast at the Overlord Rank's apex, it indeed had some abilities that other companion beasts lacked.

As Dong Muchun went to make arrangements, Xu Li thought for a moment and walked over, looking helpless:

"Su Ping, can we talk? Can we distribute some of the plant companion beasts?"

Xu Li was also feeling helpless.

He had anticipated this kid's mischievousness, but never imagined it would reach this level.

Although he didn't expect to win over the other party in the competition for plant companion beasts,

he also didn't expect the final result to be like this.

All the high-end, rare plant companion beasts were packed up by this stinky kid?

What was the point of their Huowang Corporation spending a large sum of money to buy such a vast area?

Now, with changes in the development of the Beastmaster Association, the situation with plant-type companion beasts has also shifted, and they haven't managed to acquire any. This deal was a total loss.

At this moment, he could only come forward and negotiate with Su Ping to see if something could be done.

Unfortunately, Su Ping shook his head:

"Mr. Xu, as you can see, it's not that I don't want to help you. These companion beasts are indeed going to my place, but it's out of respect for the Life Ancient Tree.

How can I help you? We can't just force them out, can we?"

This reasoning was indeed sound.

With so many plant-type companion beasts, although breeding also incurs costs, the value of plant-type companion beasts lies in their low breeding costs compared to other companion beasts.

Therefore, it's extremely cost-effective.

With so many companion beasts, their value is beyond imagination.

Unless Xu Li was Su Ping's eldest son, it would be difficult to agree.

"Sigh..."

Xu Li sighed.

Because he knew that aside from these rare plant-type companion beasts on the hillside,

even the common ones below, the Elite Rank ones, would likely be difficult.

Once the Life Ancient Tree spoke, they would undoubtedly obediently leave.

There were around a thousand plant-type companion beasts.

Although these low-level plant-type companion beasts were mostly of the same species,

their variety was impressive!

Those willing to accompany the Life Ancient Tree were mostly non-aggressive and not skilled in combat.

And such companion beasts often share a common trait—they are mostly agriculturally valuable.

For example, they can generate resources, fruits, leaves, and even branches, all with various effects.

Unfortunately.

Xu Li looked at Su Ping with a hint of resentment, and just then, the Life Ancient Tree, who had been listening to their conversation, smiled:

"In this vast forest, there are still some children. Those kids don't want to follow me, and among them is a rather mischievous and rebellious one. You can go and take some of them away."

Xu Li's eyes also lit up slightly. He bowed to the Life Ancient Tree, who was at the apex of the Monarch Rank, and although searching within the Horned Mountain of the Victory Forest Farm would be arduous,

it was better than returning empty-handed, right?

However, Su Ping was slightly taken aback: "Senior Life Ancient Tree, is there an advanced companion beast in this forest?"

The Life Ancient Tree nodded and then sighed like an elderly human:

"That kid is stubborn. He always feels that I don't need to protect them anymore, and even wants to protect us. He's the only little guy who knows that I don't need protection, so he's unwilling to come with me. He wants to stay here, accompany me, and protect the other little ones."

Inevitably, as the Life Ancient Tree spoke, Su Ping couldn't help but help imagining a rebellious child who didn't want parental protection, yet secretly wanted to protect everyone.

Even though the Companion Beast was a plant, it had developed emotional intelligence and self-awareness, making it increasingly similar to humans.

Su Ping smiled, but soon, he suddenly paused, "Senior, are you referring to the Heaven Reaching Vine?"

This was the only Companion Beast it hadn't seen lit up on the Universal Codex in this area.

However, to be aware of the situation here, it was highly likely to be an Overlord Rank or higher Companion Beast.

As expected, the Life Ancient Tree also paused slightly, "Little guy, how do you know? Could it be that your Companion Beast has such an ability?"

Su Ping, of course, wouldn't reveal the truth. He stood up and turned to look at the vast expanse of the mountain, directly attempting to use the 'Mind Link' ability to send out his mental energy with his voice.

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"Heaven Reaching Vine, come out!"

Since it knew about the Life Ancient Tree's situation and had a full affinity with Su Ping, it was evident that there must be a spy of the Heaven Reaching Vine on this hillside.

As expected, within a few seconds, all around the hillside, countless green vines, like thousands of green pythons, crawled over the rocks.

A main vine as thick as Su Ping's waist coiled around and approached him.

"Pupu (Human, how did you find me?)"

The voice in Su Ping's mind truly sounded like a curious and surprised teenager.

Su Ping smiled slightly and spoke in his mind, "Because I know your heart, and you care a lot about Senior Life Ancient Tree."

"Pupu (Hmph, who cares about it? It's just an old stubborn fool who doesn't know his limits.)"

The vine wrapped itself around, as if a teenager hugging his arms, turning his head to the side.

Then, it glanced at the Life Ancient Tree, who was smiling, and Su Ping, who remained silent.

After seeing that neither of them spoke, the Heaven Reaching Vine once again spoke in a tone that seemed somewhat 'shy':

"Pupu (But I'm quite interested in you, human. This way, those idiots want to leave with you, right? If I stay here alone, I won't have any opponents. I'll reluctantly go with you...)"

"Pupu (Don't get the wrong idea. It has nothing to do with that old fool. I just think you're an interesting human.)"

Su Ping smiled, "Okay, but if you're coming, I don't keep idle people around. What can you do?"

He was, of course, joking, but the Heaven Reaching Vine in front of him was extremely confident:

"Pupu (Hmph, I'm really good at fighting! And my body can extend a lot, very long, very long. If your base isn't big enough,

I can coil around it. If there's someone trying to sneak in, hmph, I'll make them suffer!)"

This little guy was indeed quite interesting.

Su Ping smiled and nodded, "Okay, you're somewhat useful."

Su Ping agreed readily, and the Heaven Reaching Vine had made the request itself. The Life Ancient Tree, standing by, had a smile on his face as he watched this scene.

Therefore, none of the three noticed Xu Li, who had slowly walked down the hillside but stopped in his tracks due to the unusual sight caused by the Heaven Reaching Vine.

Xu Li looked at them with resentment, seeing the last Overlord Rank rare Companion Beast in the forest farm and Su Ping, who was being quite rude.

He sighed.

He swore that the next time he did business with this little ancestor or for a competitor's business, he would not participate at all.

He vowed that he would not participate in any of their business dealings with this little ancestor or for a competitor's business.

Next time, he would not participate in any of their business dealings.

He could just fish in troubled waters and make a profit.

Otherwise, he might develop high blood pressure from anger.

The sun slowly moved, and it was already noon.

Li Shu was chatting with Zhou Shuchen in the estate at the foot of the hill, half-heartedly.

Although he had disliked this guy before,

he had to admit that they were the only two people of the same age here, and they were classmates.

This Zhou Shuchen kept calling him 'Tree Brother, Tree Brother,' so Li Shu had no reason to give him the cold shoulder.

After all, there was no deep-seated grudge between them.

After hearing that Li Shu was now studying Companion Beast cultivation under Su Ping, Zhou Shuchen looked envious.

There were many Beastmasters, but those who could be considered Master Breeders were very few.

In the future, he might have to hang his head in shame, but this guy, Li Shu, could earn capital beyond his wildest dreams just by staying at home.

This was the difference in their choices!

And it had to be said that in this short time, he had learned a lot about Su Ping from Li Shu.

"Tree Brother, Ping Brother is already an Intermediate Breeder, and it's possible that he could advance to a Senior Expert Breeder within three to five years, right?"

"Three to five years?"

Li Shu glanced at Zhou Shuchen and patted the shoulder of this old class monitor.

"Little Zhou, I don't blame you, and Ping Brother doesn't blame you for looking down on him either. Your mindset and vision are limited here. There are some things I can't say, but although Ping Brother doesn't care, we should still watch our words.

So, you just watch and see when Ping Brother can advance to a Senior Breeder, and it might not even be an Expert Breeder.

"Zhou Shucheng didn't seem to mind the sycophantic behavior of the other man, as the latter did have the credentials to back it up.

He was genuinely curious.

What else did Su Ping's capabilities that he wasn't aware of?

Back then, the company's Mr. Jin had personally given Su Ping the intermediate breeder's association certificate.

Of course, later on, Mr. Jin had only coldly laughed and ignored him after seeing Su Ping's appearance.

He hadn't tried to get close to Su Ping again.

However, from Li Shu's words, it seemed the situation wasn't as simple as he thought. But now, he wasn't as clueless as before.

The promotion of breeders was not an easy task; many couldn't advance to the senior breeder rank in their entire lives.

He had originally thought that he was already flattering Su Ping, expecting a promotion to the senior rank in three to five years.

But in Zhou Shucheng's eyes, it seemed that Su Ping's horizon was limited.

This mysterious man, who spoke with such clarity, made Zhou Shucheng hesitate to ask further.

He could only smile awkwardly.

'Ah, when we were in school, I could tell that Su Ping wasn't an ordinary person. I didn't expect that after graduation, he would soar to new heights. Of course, Su Ping isn't an ordinary person either, and by following Su Ping, his future would be bright...'

Li Shu felt quite comfortable with this man's flattery.

Of course, he also knew what kind of person this man was back then.

It was enough to just let him lick his boots; as for the nonsense about maintaining good relations with classmates, he wouldn't take it to heart.

'You can do it too. Huowang Corporation is a well-known and respected company in Jianghai. Work hard.'

After a pause, Li Shu asked:

'Speaking of which, with Huowang Corporation coming here, how many of the low-level plant-type companion beasts do you think they can take away?'

Both men were aware of each other's intentions.

Zhou Shucheng smiled:

'I dare not speak of other things, but Huowang Corporation is indeed wealthy. This time, they've spent a lot to take away these plant-type companion beasts. Although Su Ping is capable, I don't think they brought many resources. I estimate it's about half.'

His words were relatively conservative.

In his opinion, with Huowang Corporation spending such a high price, they must be confident. He estimated that they would take away seven out of ten of the plant-type companion beasts.

Li Shu also felt uncertain.

His companion beast was the Seed Pine.

Naturally, he was aware of how difficult these plant-type companion beasts were to handle.

However, he still said:

'Su Ping doesn't follow the usual rules. I estimate they can take away at least six!'

Zhou Shucheng glanced at him.

Damn, he thought he was good at licking boots, but it seemed like he was the true boot-licker?

At least he licked boots in front of others, but you're licking Su Ping's boots even in front of me?

And you're saying six out of ten?'

Su Ping only brought six people, including himself. How could they take away six-tenths?

You're just here to watch the luggage, Zhou Shucheng thought to himself, but he didn't dare say anything more. He just smiled.

Although he didn't know why, the Powdered Peach Blossom had been taken by Su Ping. However, Zhou Shucheng still didn't believe it.

Just then, a series of vehicle engine sounds echoed from the foot of the mountain.

Li Shu and Zhou Shucheng quickly stood up and looked towards the entrance.

The next moment, several large trucks drove straight in, totaling over ten vehicles.

All of them were long trucks, each about thirty to forty meters in length.

'This is...'

Li Shu was taken aback, but Zhou Shucheng said, 'I guess they're done and are leaving with those plant-type companion beasts.'

Indeed, Zhou Shucheng's words proved to be correct.

In the distance, a spatial ripple sound transmitted over, and Su Ping and the others returned from the hillside once more.

However, behind them were some creatures that made everyone pause in surprise.

Over ten Overlord-rank plant-type companion beasts followed Su Ping and the others, their massive bodies standing tall in the distance.

'Su Ping, this is...'

Su Ping glanced at him and the man beside him, Zhou Shucheng, before saying:

'It's done. They're loaded onto the trucks and heading home.'

'It's done?'

Li Shu blinked, wondering how they could finish so quickly with so many companion beasts.

He looked behind him and recognized the Overlord-rank plant-type companion beasts.

And even more terrifying, behind them, was a Life Ancient Tree.

'Su Ping, how many of these senior plant-type companion beasts are we taking?'

Su Ping gave him a strange look, but considering that he would be one of those taking care of these plant-type companion beasts in the future, he said:

'We're taking all of them. Back to Wood-Type Life-Type.'

Zhou Shucheng was a bit taken aback.

Li Shu blinked, and he subconsciously wanted to smack himself, but seeing Su Ping already in the truck, he turned his gaze to the massive creatures.

Then he slapped himself:

Damn, he couldn't believe he had doubted Su Ping.

(End of Chapter)

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