After Ruan Xi said this, silence fell between the man and the tree. After a long time, the tree stretched out a thin branch and wrapped around the dark green bead that Ruan Xi was holding on her fingertips. However, the tree did not take any further action and just stayed there quietly, as if time had stopped.
"Big tree?" Ruan Xi was a little worried about the big tree and couldn't help but call out softly. Then, he saw the branches of the big tree wrapped with beads trembling slightly, as if they were afraid, and as if they were excited. Not long after, Ruan Xi felt that the whole tree began to tremble, and Ruan Xi's body was shaking uncontrollably as well, and it was obviously getting worse.
"Big tree? Are you okay?" Ruan Xi suddenly felt that it was a bit inappropriate to be so straightforward. He frowned and reached out to take the dark green bead back. However, the big tree rolled the bead away before him. Ruan Xi heard a sharp "whoosh" sound, and the bead suddenly pierced into the tree trunk and disappeared completely.
Ruan Xi was horrified. Why did it feel like he was poisoned?
"Dashu, don't be impulsive. This bead is quite strange. Maybe it is really related to you, but don't rush to do anything. What if something unexpected happens..." With Ruan Xi's current ability, it is unlikely that he can handle such a scene!
Ruan Xi really wanted to turn back time and slap himself for making such a hasty decision. If Dashu was harmed because of it, he would really hate Han You for killing him. He finally had a true and compatible friend, and if he ruined it... He couldn't even imagine it!
As soon as this idea popped into Ruan Xi's mind, he was like a possessed person, and wanted to dig out the bead that was embedded in the tree trunk with his bare hands. At least he felt that it was necessary to keep the tree away from the bead for the time being.
But obviously, Dashu didn't think so. He showed an unprecedented strong desire for this bead. Ruan Xi even felt a sense of attachment from this desire.
Attachment?
Ruan Xi caught the abnormal emotion of "attachment" from the complicated thoughts in his mind. Ruan Xi immediately calmed down and his brain returned to normal function.
If it is true as I guessed before, that this dark green bead is related to the Tree of Life, or even closely related, then is it possible that the big tree is also closely related to the Tree of Life represented by the dark green bead?
These speculations made Ruan Xi's heart more and more shocked, but in the end, his face remained calm.
Ruan Xi gently stroked the trunk of the tree, murmuring soothingly, "Big Tree, does this bead represent another Tree of Life? Do you know it?"
As soon as these words were spoken, the shaking of the tree stopped instantly, but the emotions changed suddenly. Sadness, pain, and even despair were transmitted from the tree to Ruan Xi's consciousness in waves, making him feel a severe headache and his eyes went dark.
It was a long time before Ruan Xi gradually recovered. The pain in his head was numb, and his body's perception was reduced to the lowest point, as if every nerve in his body was paralyzed. He couldn't even feel his breathing. His body softened and he leaned loosely on the branches of a big tree, breathing softly. It was not until he felt back a little that he realized how bad his situation was.
This also means what kind of pain the big tree is suffering now.
"Big Tree, are you okay? I'm sorry..." Although this was not Ruan Xi's fault, he was also a member of the human race, and humans were the culprits who trapped the Tree of Life and even harmed the Tree of Life. He was too embarrassed to defend himself.
"Xiao Xi, it's not your fault. Don't apologize. We are best friends. I know you will never hurt me!" Da Shu's voice finally rang in Ruan Xi's mind again. Although he sounded very depressed, he was still in good spirits.
"So, that bead was really left by a Tree of Life. What is your relationship with that Tree of Life?" The information about the Tree of Life that Ruan Xi found on his personal terminal mentioned that the Tree of Life is hermaphroditic. A Tree of Life will only have one cub in its lifetime. According to the inheritance of the Tree of Life, they will accompany their cubs until they reach adulthood. But now, the tree is obviously not yet an adult. If there were not such a restriction in this forest, it would be impossible to predict what would happen. After all, his big tree had been tormented for many years by a mutant vine from another dimension, and it was suppressed to the point that it could not turn over. It was sad to think about it.
"This is the coming-of-age gift my father left for me. I've never been able to reach adulthood, and now..." Before Dashu could finish his words, Ruan Xi felt a powerful energy wave surging up from under him. He felt like he was surfing, being swayed left and right by the energy wave, and he almost rolled over on the spot.
"Dashu, are you about to become an adult? Then let me go first..." Ruan Xi thought that he would leave first and let Dashu concentrate on upgrading. Unexpectedly, Dashu had no intention of letting him go at all.
"No! Xiaoxi, stay with me! My energy can help plants grow and can also help you improve. I promise I won't hurt you!" The big tree almost begged at the end, which scared Ruan Xi. She quickly hugged a branch and comforted him.
"Alright, alright. I'm not afraid that you'll hurt me. I'm afraid that my staying here will affect your leveling!" Ruan Xi felt a bit awkward. She hugged the branch to steady herself and said again, "Are you sure my presence here won't affect you? I can improve my abilities anytime. Your coming of age is a big deal!"
What's more, this is a gift from Dashu's father. How can he have the nerve to stay here and take advantage of it?
"No! Absolutely not! Xiaoxi, don't leave. I need you!"
Hearing this, Ruan Xi's mind suddenly turned around. After a few seconds of silence, he said, "Will my staying be beneficial to your leveling up? And, a huge benefit?"
When saying this, Ruan Xi was still a little uncertain in his heart, but Dashu's reaction gave him the greatest affirmation.
"Well, our energies are very compatible, and we can sign a tree spirit contract. Xiaoxi, after I become an adult, I can help you more. I am so happy!" The big tree's happy mood was clearly transmitted to Ruan Xi's consciousness, making him unable to help but feel happy.
"Okay, let's upgrade together."
So, when He Ziqian came to deliver the meat the next day, he saw that the Tree of Life, which originally had branches and leaves spreading out and a huge crown, suddenly turned into an alien version of a silkworm, and the Tree of Life actually formed a cocoon.
He Ziqian: "..." Isn't this a bit outrageous? Where's Ruan Xiren? Isn't she wrapped in a cocoon?
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