Emperor Level resource treasure!

The absolute treasure of the Wood Element Life System.

After the radiance of the essence of nature bloomed, even the Life Ancient Tree, which had previously shown no emotional fluctuation, seemed slightly stunned.

It seemed not to have expected that this little one, who did not appear very impressive at first sight, would have such a treasure hidden on him?

However, it soon regained its composure.

But at that moment, a voice rose again. It came from Shangguan Ye, who had been watching the Life Ancient Tree oddly ever since their arrival:

"Su Ping, you were right; this senior Life Ancient Tree indeed doesn't need any resources. If I am not mistaken, your lifespan is nearing depletion, and it has also become very difficult to prolong."

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone present was stunned.

Xu Li's face grew even more rigid.

He looked at the Life Ancient Tree.

The lifespan of Plant-based Pet Beasts is long; lasting hundreds of years is common. How could a special existence like the Life Ancient Tree die so easily?

However, to his surprise, a slight smile appeared on its withered face:

"An impressive little fellow. You must be a Senior Breeder among human Beast Tamers who has done a lot of research on our kind, right? Indeed, I probably only have about one or two years of lifespan remaining."

At this point, the branches of the Life Ancient Tree moved slightly, revealing its somewhat decayed core and the yellowed branches and leaves in its canopy.

In stark contrast to what was visible from the outside, it looked much like a withered husk.

No one had foreseen this situation, including Su Ping.

"This..."

Xu Li was somewhat dumbfounded. If it only has two years left, then the value of the Life Ancient Tree will be practically zero. After all, even constructing the Fire King Company's plant nursery base would take longer than that.

"Elder Life Ancient Tree, is there truly no other way to extend your life?"

The Life Ancient Tree smiled and shook its head. It seemed more at peace and unconcerned than anyone else:

"Twenty years ago, I was seriously injured while protecting these children. Now, after so many years, it's exceedingly difficult to use resources to extend my life, let alone evolve."

It looked at everyone, clearly sensing Xu Li's barely concealed disappointment and Su Ping's contemplative expression.

So, it continued, "This is why, when those humans arrived, I brought the little ones willing to follow me here. In the future, I might not be able to protect them anymore.

This place... after all, is the wilderness. If humans are willing to take in these little ones, I can die without regrets."

As soon as these words were spoken, countless Wood Element Pet Beasts on the hillside seemed to sense something. They gently swayed their bodies, emitting a collective RUSTLE, their unique way of crying out, "Elder Life Ancient Tree..."

For a moment, a sense of melancholy filled the slope.

It was like the wailing of numerous orphaned creatures gathered around a kind old man they were about to lose.

The branches of the Life Ancient Tree also swayed gently.

It seemed to be responding to its children's call.

However, Xu Li, standing to the side, could only sigh helplessly in the end, "Elder Life Ancient Tree, what a pity."

Indeed, such a Monarch Pinnacle-level Plant-based Pet Beast had immeasurable value.

But if things were as it said, there truly was nothing to be done.

Whether the Fire King Company could help the Life Ancient Tree extend its life was one thing; even if it were possible, the cost would likely far exceed its actual value.

Su Ping, however, expressed no judgment, instead falling into deep thought.

He turned his gaze to Shangguan Ye.

Shangguan Ye also just sighed and shook his head.

It's not possible? After all, his understanding of Plant-based Pet Beasts wasn't particularly profound, and he wasn't deeply aware of many situations.

So he looked at Shangguan Ye again.

Shangguan Ye then explained, "Senior Life Ancient Tree's root of life energy has been severed. The energy source for Plant-based Pet Beasts comes from two main places: one is through their 'Photosynthesis' skill, absorbing sunlight, and the other is from the earth, drawing water and nutrients from the soil.

With its root system severed, it can no longer draw nutrients from the soil. It's also very difficult for it to absorb energy from Resource Type items.

Now, relying solely on its branches and leaves to gather light energy is no longer sufficient to sustain the metabolic consumption required by its Monarch Level strength.

To have persisted for so many years, this senior Life Ancient Tree is truly remarkable."

Shangguan Ye was indeed a Senior Breeder specializing in the Plant System. He had quickly explained the Life Ancient Tree's condition; even more impressively, he had discerned so much in such a short time.

Su Ping's brows furrowed slightly. After nodding, he fell back into contemplation.

However, just then, a rustling sound arose on the hillside.

The Rouge Powder Peach Blossom Smile, originally at the foot of the mountain, had quickly moved to their side. Its trunk glided across the ground; though extremely slow for a Commander Level Pet Beast, its speed was akin to a human running normally.

"RUSTLE! RUSTLE! (Wow... Elder Life Ancient Tree... What happened to you?)"

Looking at this little one, who resembled a princess, the Life Ancient Tree smiled helplessly and shook its head.

"Don't worry, little one. Humans experience birth, aging, sickness, and death, and we are no exception. I saw just now that in the future, you won't have to worry about any dangers in the wilderness while you're within human Beast Tamer territory."

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