Chapter 249: New Year's Eve at the Heart of Wood, New Map Unlocked!

Chapter 249: New Year's Eve at the Heart of Wood, New Map Unlocked!

"Son, Happy New Year!"

Early in the morning, Su Ping drowsily answered the phone, and Su Anyong's voice came through the line.

"Yeah, happy."

Su Ping mumbled sleepily in response.

"Your dad is wishing you a happy new year! Hurry up and get up!"

Su Anyong's voice suddenly boomed through the phone.

This jolted Su Ping awake, instantly dispelling his grogginess.

"You little brat, I've been waiting all morning for you to wish me a happy new year, and you're making me call you instead?"

Su Ping was a bit annoyed and yawned before replying into the phone:

"Su Anyong, I know you feel bad inside, and you're feeling guilty because you couldn't come back for the new year. But first of all, the New Year's greetings are after the New Year's Eve, and it's only tomorrow, the first day of the new year, and the days after that, that we start."

"Secondly, I'm not blaming you for not coming back this year. Can't I just have a good night's sleep?"

Su Anyong was taken aback by Su Ping's words, but this little rascal was right.

He spat, "Are you my father, or am I your father? I'm just reminding you not to forget to light a stick of incense at your grandfather and mother's spirit tablet after midnight tonight."

"Yeah, yeah, yeah, is there anything else?"

"No, damn it, I shouldn't have called you."

The call ended, and Su Ping disdainfully looked at the contact information of Su Anyong on the other end of the phone.

He felt guilty, so he said it, but why bring up these irrelevant things?

However, after being woken up by Su Anyong's call, Su Ping was no longer sleepy.

On New Year's Eve, although it was the first time he was spending the new year alone at home, compared to previous years, it seemed that whether Su Anyong was there or not didn't make much difference? It might even be more lively this year?

Suddenly, he stood up and stretched lazily.

After getting dressed, Su Ping entered the living room of his home.

The living room was already empty.

Even the entire Heart of Wood, the entire base of All Spirits' Heart, was empty except for Su Ping.

All the employees had already gone on vacation.

This included Li Shu and Old Guan, as well as Guan Lili.

The three of them didn't want to leave, but Su Ping drove them away.

If they didn't leave, how could he carry out his New Year's plans?

Moreover, on New Year's Eve, every family wanted to be reunited.

Su Ping took a deep breath, and in the empty living room, he soon saw the first figure.

"Old Sha!"

"Woof!"

Old Sha, who had already received Su Ping's order, perked up his ears.

"Pass on the order, all the pets of All Spirits' Heart, gather inside the Heart of Wood and prepare for task assignments! Today is the New Year! It's a New Year that I will spend with these little guys, worth celebrating and commemorating!"

"Woof!"

Old Sha agreed and quickly ran out of the Heart of Wood.

He began to convey Su Ping's orders.

At the same time, Su Ping started his preparations.

The most important thing was undoubtedly pasting the couplets.

However, during this busy period, Su Ping hadn't had time to buy couplets, and although Guan Qianshan had bought some, Su Ping didn't plan to use them.

This was Su Ping's first time spending the New Year alone, and it was also the year he became a Beastmaster.

The significance was extraordinary, so Su Ping waved his hand and decided to write one himself! Two red papers were cut by the skilled little paper person Qian Yi.

The two little guys stood behind him, eagerly anticipating Su Ping's actions.

Fei Fei spun around, providing Su Ping with a search for other couplets for comparison and appreciation.

Su Ping hummed, as he had also made early preparations for this day.

Holding the ink brush, he was about to start writing when he paused and stopped in his tracks.

Ordinary couplets seemed a bit boring.

Although it was just a custom to bring good luck, Su Ping had never been one to follow conventions, right? So, with the brush in his mouth, Su Ping began to think.

Then, he thought of the ancient snake script from the voice he had heard before.

These couplets would be more in line with Su Ping's thoughts!

Writing in ancient snake script was tedious, but after this period of time, Su Ping had become quite proficient in snake script after thoroughly reading the Five Elements Handbook.

This was a special script infused with psychic energy.

It was also a manifestation of psychic energy.

However, Su Ping only barely knew the script from the handbook.

So, he had to search for it among the thousands of characters.

After slightly adjusting the wording (looking at Fei Fei's teleprompter), Su Ping began.

The brush dipped in ink, infused with not only powerful but also pure psychic energy, slowly wrote on the red paper.

'Peaceful Heaven Wolf Howls in Four Seasons'

He wrote it in one go.

The seven characters directly consumed half of Su Ping's psychic energy.

The difficulty of writing in ancient snake script was evident.

However, this required a burst of energy, so Su Ping didn't waste time and continued to activate his psychic energy, writing the lower couplet on another red paper:

'Divine Dragon Soars Over the Nine Provinces'

It was somewhat neat.

Su Ping proudly looked at Qian Yi beside him, "How is it?"

"Wow!?"

Qian Yi: [_?]



Then, the little guy's two-dimensional face suddenly changed:

[??????]



Su Ping disdainfully glanced at the little thing.

Just an illiterate paper person.

How could he understand the talent of Su Ping, the great scholar?

Although he had borrowed a little from the internet,

This did not diminish the talent and demeanor of Su Ping, the great Beastmaster.

Extremely satisfied, Su Ping once again waved to Qing on the other side:

"Come, follow me to put up the couplets!"

"Woof!"

"Wow!"

Rarely, he rode on Qing and arrived at the entrance of All Spirits' Heart. Qian Yi spat out two mouthfuls of paper pulp saliva on both sides of the door.

Su Ping then neatly pasted the couplets on both sides of the door.

Although it looked like a child's scribble at first glance,

Once questioned, Su Ping could proudly declare that these couplets were written in ancient snake script, which was of high caliber!

Thinking of this scene, Su Ping smiled contentedly and returned to the Heart of Wood with the two little guys.

At this moment, both little guys had reached the tenth rank of the Elite level.

During this time, Xiao Qing had been diligently cultivating both Wood and Poison resources. With their combined efforts, her strength had increased at a pace comparable to that of the little origami figures.

In a short while, they would break through the racial limit and reach the Overlord rank, which was no longer a problem.

Upon returning to the Heart of Wood, it was evident that Old Sha had been highly efficient in his tasks.

In just this short time,

Numerous Forest Wolves, both large and small, had gathered on the open ground of the Heart of Wood.

Meanwhile, on the other side of the Heart of the Forest, the Life Ancient Tree was surrounded by other plant-type pet beasts, both big and small, who had also come out.

Of course, there were only Overlord-ranked plant pet beasts. As for the remaining ordinary-ranked and Elite-ranked ones, there were simply too many, making it inconvenient to move them all at once.

"Woof!"

Old Sha squatted in front of the Heart of Wood, his tail swaying back and forth, awaiting Su Ping's instructions.

The others, including the various plant pet beasts, were also in the same state, wondering what Su Ping had in store for them.

Su Ping looked at these pet beasts, a smile creeping onto his lips.

Fifty Forest Wolves, eleven plant-type pet beasts, Old Sha, numerous origami figures, the recently joined little crow, and that unassuming little Sea Core Spirit Turtle.

These were all the pet beasts of the Heart of All Spirits at present.

They were the true pet beasts with a sense of belonging and wisdom in the Heart of All Spirits.

Not the fish kept in the Heart of Water.

Of course, there were also the remaining plant-type pet beasts and a portion of the ordinary origami figures that had not yet arrived.

The number of pet beasts before him was not excessive, but it was certainly not a small amount! However, for Su Ping's ambitions, these were clearly not enough!

He had taken over the Heart of All Spirits just six months ago, and in that short time, he had achieved such a state.

Su Ping believed that in six months, this number would increase! However, he did not share these ambitious aspirations with others, merely smiling as he looked at all the 'little guys' before him, finally revealing his purpose:

"Today is New Year's Eve, the last day of the year. This is your first time joining the big family of the Heart of Wood, but being a big family, you probably don't know much about it, right?"

"To promote harmony and mutual understanding, each pet beast must perform a show on stage! You can perform individually or as a group! But you must put your heart into it, and after the performance, there will be a lucky draw!"

"Woof!"

"Huh?"

"Swish swish..."

"Caw caw?"

"Woof woof?"

Various voices of confusion echoed.

Su Ping had no room for explanation:

"Anyway, if you don't perform, you won't be eligible for the lucky draw tonight! But you can take your time to think about it! I'll go prepare our Heart of All Spirits' New Year's Eve dinner! At six o'clock tonight, the performances will officially begin!"

Su Ping's words instantly stirred up all the pet beasts present.

Performance? What kind of performance?

What kind of show could these pet beasts put on?

But at this moment, a little guy who had been overlooked by everyone stood up.

Fei Fei's plump body spun quickly on the table, and his voice resonated through psychic communication:

"Comrades, if you have any questions, you can come to me. I don't know how to arrange your performances, but I can search online for various pet performance programs! However, if you want me to help, I need to examine your bodies~"

Fei Fei's enticing voice rang out.

This examination was not of an indecent nature.

It was purely to obtain information about the true pet beasts within the Dream Heart.

To perfect the growth and cultivation of the corresponding pet beasts within the Dream Heart.

Upon hearing this, some of the pet beasts seemed to understand Fei Fei's intentions.

In the vast expanse of the Nine Provinces, a unique gathering was taking place in the heart of All Spirits. Su Ping, a skilled breeder, had spent the last month preparing a special feast for his beloved pets, a diverse array of dishes crafted from various spiritual resources and soil. Among his pets, the Sea Core Spirit Turtle, a recent addition to his collection, was a bit easier to please, as it primarily required spiritual water and soil.

Su Ping, despite his eccentric father's penchant for takeout, had honed his culinary skills over the years, preparing most of his meals himself. Now, he had prepared a grand spread for his pets.

The real challenge, however, lay with the plant-based pets, as they had different dietary needs from the rest. These plant-based pets thrived on sunlight, air, spiritual water, and soil. Su Ping had put in extra effort to cater to their unique needs.

As the sun set, marking the end of a busy day, Su Ping arrived at the designated spot, where colorful lanterns hung from branches and vines, illuminating the darkening sky. "Dinner is served!" he announced.

Without tables or chairs, Su Ping sat on a mat laid out earlier, surrounded by his eager pets. They were all nervous, but the sight of the delicious spread before them was too tempting to resist.

Among them was Qian Yi, a small paper figure with a runny nose, who had been captivated by the various paper resources soaked in the five elements. Su Ping glanced at the little guy and asked, "Have you decided on your performance yet?"

Qian Yi, brimming with confidence, patted his chest and exclaimed, "Wow!" Su Ping could see the confidence radiating from the little guy's expression.

The purpose of this gathering was to foster camaraderie and enhance communication among the pets of All Spirits. As the pets, including the ancient Life Tree, looked on with solemn expressions, the first-ever pet performance night began with Qian Yi's confident stride onto the makeshift wooden stage.

Su Ping introduced his soul contract pet, Qian Yi, an Elite Rank paper figure. Qian Yi drew a paper sword from behind his back, a fiery red blade that seemed to heat up the air around it. Su Ping was momentarily stunned, and before he could react, Qian Yi's cheek transformed into a square piece, and a phoenix-like cry echoed through the air.

The sword's energy transformed into a phoenix, soaring towards Qian Yi. This sword strike was indescribably dazzling and beautiful, yet it carried an aura of terror and danger. Was this Qian Yi's new sword technique? It was like a fire phoenix spreading its wings, or a white rainbow piercing the sun.

Qian Yi sheathed the sword and exhaled, "Wow... (This fleeting fire will never be extinguished, and this is my sword...)"

"Wow... (Let's call this sword technique 'Qian Yi Fire Sword'...)"

Su Ping opened his mouth to speak, but before he could, the name of the sword technique was already set. It seemed Qian Yi had mastered this fire-element sword technique after seeing the fire phoenix.

Su Ping couldn't blame him for not knowing that Qian Yi would learn a fire-element sword technique after seeing the fire phoenix.

Thus, following 'Qian Yi Whirlwind', Qian Yi named another sword technique, 'Qian Yi Fire Sword'. Qian Yi had set a great example for the other pets.

One by one, the pets took to the stage, showcasing their unique talents. Some were comical, some fascinating, and some exuded raw power, like Xiao Qing's exceptional planting skills and Old Sha's self-illuminating ability.

The Sea Core Spirit Turtle, still young and inexperienced, performed a recently learned trick. It wasn't a skill but a special ability. The turtle lay on the stage and demonstrated a backflip and a fish-like maneuver.

Su Ping couldn't help but feel a mix of laughter and tears at the turtle's performance.

Another pet that surprised Su Ping was Xiao Wuya, the Fire-Eating Crow. At that moment, Xiao Wuya was bathing in a ball of flames, seemingly enjoying the experience. It wasn't an extraordinary feat, but it intrigued many of the other pets, including a Flame Morning Glory that wrapped around it, engaging in a lively 'conversation'.

The moment of joy washed away the lingering sorrow that had enveloped Xiao Wuya, and it finally felt a sense of belonging in the heart of All Spirits. 'This is my new home!' it seemed to say. 'We are all family!'

Just then, on Su Ping's All Souls Heart, a previously unseen record slowly lit up. It was the record of the ordinary Fire-Eating Crow.

[Record 'Fire-Eating Crow' lit up. Current Record Level: 1. Obtain Source Reward: Floating Glide!]



Su Ping was thrilled to have finally lit up the first bird pet record. Just as he was about to examine the Floating Glide ability, another record lit up on the All Souls Heart.

This time, it was the Sea Core Spirit Turtle.

[Record 'Sea Core Spirit Turtle' lit up. Current Record Level: 1. Obtain Source Reward: Underwater Breathing!]

(End of Chapter)

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