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Chapter 473: Legendary Wood Totem: Ju Shen Mu!
Chapter 473: Legendary Wood Totem: Ju Shen Mu!
High above, the sky was a vast expanse of blue.
A colossal tree canopy seemed to blanket the entire firmament.
A verdant green branch stretched out, weaving a dense spider web-like network across the sky.
Numerous figures stood upon this 'spider web' of branches.
On one side, the Poison Sage, White Lord, and Sang Saint, who had arrived the day before, sat alongside Qin Xiaoxue.
On the other side were non-human beings.
There were a few humans among them, but at a glance, it was evident that these individuals were not from Dragon Country.
Moreover, compared to the dignified Dragon Country beastmasters sitting upright, these humans were either crouching or directly kneeling before the various figures, bowing submissively like servants.
Neither the Poison Sage nor the Sang Saint showed any reaction, as if they did not consider these humans as their equals.
This was also true for Su Ping.
Beastmasters could accelerate the growth of their companion beasts through soul contracts, their innate talents, and the existence of beast taming spaces, reducing the occurrence of side effects and even lowering the energy consumption in their daily lives, requiring less food than ordinary ferocious beasts.
Therefore, even within the Ferocious Beast Empire, there were humans who served as attendants to ferocious beasts.
The relationship between the two was even more stringent than that of ordinary beastmasters and their companion beasts.
Su Ping was seeing these humans serving as attendants to ferocious beasts for the first time, and he couldn't help but take a few more glances.
Soul contracts were relatively equal agreements.
However, in this world, there were always geniuses among humans and beasts.
Regarding soul contracts, there were also powerful ferocious beasts who, after studying human beastmasters, devised contract methods primarily focused on companion beasts, but both parties still needed to agree.
Therefore, it wasn't surprising to see these human beastmasters, whether threatened or for other reasons, in such a situation.
Su Ping had no intention of saving them, as that would be akin to declaring war on the entire Ferocious Beast Empire. Even with the strength of Holy Dragon Legend and Dragon Country, it wasn't worth it.
After a few more glances, Su Ping shifted his gaze to the enormous tree-like structure beneath his feet and the beings from the Ten Thousand Great Mountains on the spider web-like network formed by the interconnected branches.
Compared to the Dragon Country's side, there were far more beings from the Ten Thousand Great Mountains.
Among them, there were no fewer than ten Holy Spirit Rank beings, and there might even be some hiding their presence.
However, neither Su Ping nor the other Dragon Country members felt intimidated.
In reality, the higher the rank of a beastmaster, the greater the disparity in strength.
The higher the rank of a beastmaster, the more companion beasts they could control.
Moreover, beastmasters from major countries, especially high-ranking ones, had access to more advanced cultivation methods.
Consequently, even if they were of the same rank, they were generally more formidable than ordinary ferocious beasts.
Over the years, the major Ferocious Beast Empires had also noticed this and actively integrated themselves into the cultivation systems of various countries.
Even on the World Beastmaster Website, there were kings from various countries paying attention.
However, there were still some things that ordinary people couldn't access.
Therefore, despite only Sang Saint and Poison Sage being present, they weren't intimidated by the seemingly formidable high-ranking ferocious beasts before them.
Not to mention the harmless White Lord standing nearby.
Of course, compared to their appearances, the tree beneath their feet, known as Ju Shen Mu, the master of the Ten Thousand Great Mountains, exuded an aura more befitting of a legendary totem ferocious beast.
But in a fight, it wasn't always the tallest and most imposing that won.
There were plenty of weak yet outwardly formidable companion beasts.
However, compared to his gaze, at this moment, Su Ping himself faced even more attention and gazes.
Even the colossal divine tree serving as a platform spoke up with an aged and weary voice:
"Is this the highly sought-after Master Su of your country? I, the old tree, pay my respects!"
Su Ping was startled and quickly bowed respectfully upon seeing the giant face that emerged from the branches behind him:
"Greetings, Senior Ju Shen Mu. I never imagined that Senior would have heard of me. It's my honor."
"Haha, to achieve such accomplishments at this age... After watching Charles' video, I never thought that heroes could emerge from the young. Dragon Country's fortune is indeed flourishing! Master Su, with your profound research in companion beast cultivation, I, the old tree, invite you to visit the Ten Thousand Great Mountains after this matter is resolved."
The myriad trees of the Ten Thousand Great Mountains eagerly await Master Su's guidance."
An aged voice spoke, surprising everyone present, both humans and beasts.
Apparently, they had not anticipated that the Ten Thousand Great Mountains' master, a legendary totem of the highest rank, would hold such high regard for a tiny human who could be crushed with a single hand.
He even went as far as to personally invite them.
Not only were they stunned, but even Su Ping was taken aback.
For a moment, he was at a loss for words, blinking in bewilderment.
He glanced at White Lord and Poison Sage Sang Saint, who were standing nearby.
As expected, White Lord lazily lifted his paw:
"Ju Shen, regarding Su Ping's matter, he can't decide for himself. If you sincerely wish to invite him, I can convey the message to my master. Let's not waste any more time; as agreed, we should begin as soon as possible."
Among the five elements, the gold element has a natural advantage over the wood element, and it was evident that the Holy Dragon Legend's decision to keep White Lord here was quite effective.
After hearing his words, Ju Shen Mu nodded without further comment:
"My children, prepare to enter! Let's bring back those who have disappeared from history and return them to the Ten Thousand Great Mountains!"
"Whoosh..."
"Hiss..."
"..."
Even the young ones of the Holy Spirit rank, aside from certain races and special cases, found it challenging to speak human language at the Sovereign rank.
Thus, this swearing-in ceremony made Su Ping feel a bit ridiculous.
However, at this moment, he had to maintain his composure, and he turned his gaze towards the ten figures who had responded.
As expected, each of them matched the information Liu Niang had shown them yesterday.
But in the video footage, they appeared slightly different from what they had seen in person.
Su Ping narrowed his eyes slightly as he thought of this.
"Are you three ready?"
Poison Sage looked at Su Ping, Wang Luo, and Xu Dandan.
The three of them nodded in unison.
Qin Xiaoxue pouted beside them. Initially, she had thought she would be able to accompany Su Ping, but to her surprise, she could only be a spectator on this trip.
However, Qin Xiaoxue understood the gravity of the situation; her abilities and experience might not be sufficient for this mission.
Ju Shen Mu wasted no time, directly extending countless branches to transport the ten beasts and three humans to a nearby fusion mini-world that stood out from its surroundings.
The ten beasts and three humans found themselves in different locations.
Su Ping had no intention of joining the others.
Four summoning lights shone, and Xiao Qing, Qian Yi, and Xiao Huo appeared one after another.
The last one to arrive was none other than La Sha, who had not adventured with Su Ping for a long time!
Therefore, compared to the other companion beasts, La Sha was even more excited.
Su Ping's gaze primarily focused on Xiao Qing's body.
The previous day, he had asked Spring Demon Bichuan about her opinion.
Could she handle appearing before a legendary totem-ranked companion beast? Her answer was affirmative.
However, she couldn't appear in her original form; she needed to attach herself to Xiao Qing's body.
At this moment, Su Ping felt relieved after sensing that the dark green flames on Xiao Qing's body burned steadily without any abnormalities.
As expected, from the body of Ju Shen Mu, most of those present fixed their gazes on Su Ping and his companion beasts.
A strange human-shaped creature slowly emerged from Ju Shen Mu's body, its skin still the blue-green of tree bark, but with human features and facial characteristics.
"This old man had the fortune of witnessing your country's younger generation, and I was deeply impressed by that green wolf!
The Ten Thousand Great Mountains also have numerous lynxes, but none with such a form, let alone one with even a fraction of its abilities! Especially this peculiar form, which vaguely reminds me of some ancient memories."
"Oh?"
Sang Saint interjected:
"What did you remember, Senior Ju Shen?"
But Ju Shen Mu didn't answer, shaking his head instead:
"Just some old memories, and it's not possible."
However, despite his words, the gaze from Ju Shen Mu's body remained fixed on Su Ping and Xiao Qing.
As White Lord slightly shifted his orange-green eyes, he glanced at the other party with a hint of vigilance.
It can be said that a significant reason for the presence of Sheng Long Legend here is to protect Su Ping.
Following the master's instructions, it naturally won't be lazy.
The big wooden man in front of him showed an extraordinary enthusiasm towards Su Ping.
However, at this moment, Su Ping obviously hasn't realized these things yet.
After slightly confirming the direction while riding four companion beasts, he headed straight towards his destination.
Their target was already mentioned by Liu Niang yesterday.
The first target is naturally the Imperial Rank Jade Branch Jade Tree.
If it were someone else, regarding Liu Niang's previous mission target requirement of one-third, they would naturally think of finding an easy target.
The Jade Branch Jade Tree, even with just a knee-jerk reaction, knows that this companion beast is something that the Ten Thousand Great Mountains and Dragon Country are paying attention to.
In that case, if they waste a lot of time, will there still be time to compete for the remaining resources?
After all, those Ten Thousand Great Mountains' ferocious beasts, as long as they obstruct their actions, will be enough.
However, Su Ping's thoughts and confidence are still different from others.
Lao Sha's speed is extremely fast.
Riding on Lao Sha, the thick forest becomes as flat as a paved road.
Moreover, perhaps due to good luck, the spot he landed on is not too far from the Jade Branch Jade Tree.
Soon, Su Ping sees a patch of jade-like brilliance in his field of vision! The Jade Branch Jade Tree!
Even in the video footage, this treasure tree is unimaginably beautiful.
In ancient times, this special companion beast is a priceless treasure! Finally, it appears before Su Ping.
After seeing this treasure with his own eyes, Su Ping's previous thoughts are completely overturned.
His original primary purpose for coming here is the resources related to the Floating Wood and its cultivation, as well as a few other companion beasts he finds interesting.
He plans to move them to his home later.
As for the Jade Branch Jade Tree, it's not his turn.
However, after seeing the Jade Branch Jade Tree with his own eyes, why isn't it his turn?
Why isn't the treasure he brought back his own? There's no way! This treasure is too beautiful! It's as if it's not something from this world.
It's like a true treasure standing alone in the moon palace, adorned with a celestial glow.
Especially since this Jade Tree is not a lifeless object, but a living one. As its branches sway and dance, they seem to be adorned with bioluminescence, and jade dew flows.
For such a treasure, isn't it something that only the virtuous should possess? Undoubtedly, Su Ping feels that he is the virtuous one!
Unfortunately, there seems to be someone else present who obviously doesn't share this thought.
"Huala..."
It's as if the wind is moving.
Su Ping turns around and sees a massive figure not far away.
The branches and leaves weave through the forest, resembling a giant emerald python with snow-white veins all over its foliage.
Ten minutes ago, Su Ping saw this very creature.
In the Ten Thousand Great Mountains, a Holy Spirit Rank ferocious beast, the Everlasting Green Vine!
Su Ping is quite familiar with this creature.
The reason is simple.
Within the Heart of Ten Thousand Spirits, the Heavenly Vine in the Heart of the Forest is a degraded form of this very creature.
Compared to the Sovereign Rank Heavenly Vine, the Everlasting Green Vine's racial potential is at the Holy Spirit Rank.
However, the one in front of him has not yet reached that level.
Su Ping glanced at it and then rubbed Xiao Qing's head, about to approach the Jade Branch Jade Tree.
However, one of the Everlasting Green Vine's branches blocked his path.
At this moment, he also discovered that the Everlasting Green Vine has already sent one of its heads towards the front of the Jade Branch Jade Tree, and the tree and the vine began a slow conversation.
Su Ping's eyebrows raised, but before he could say anything, the Jade Branch Jade Tree's figure stopped swaying.
The Everlasting Green Vine's body quickly gathered and completely blocked Su Ping's path.
Is this... a negotiation?
Su Ping smiled:
"Everlasting Green Vine, if you won't move this Jade Branch Jade Tree, won't you let me give it a try?"
This time, the Everlasting Green Vine didn't even make a sound, but its actions were enough to prove the strategy of the Ten Thousand Great Mountains.
If they can't convince it, they'll just wait for time to pass and for the Holy Spirit Rank and the Ju Shen Mu adult to personally take action.
Anyway, as long as they delay for half-day, it's enough! However, Su Ping didn't say much to it:
"Qian Yi, clear the way!"
"Huwawa!"
(End of Chapter)
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