Chapter 73 Mutated Dodder
Finally, after inventory, a total of 108 second-level crystal cores were obtained this time, and the first-level crystal cores were very few and negligible.
Shen Qianxun sighed, “There isn’t even one more level three crystal core.”
The only two third-level crystal cores are one from the early third level that exploded from the mutant thorn vine, and the other is from the late third level that exploded from the mutant willow tree.
Wen Yuan, who was unaware of Shen Qianxun's worries, spoke after calming down, "Qianxun, why do you think this guy has so many second-level crystal cores in his private vault?"
Shen Qianxun stood up and looked around. "Most likely, they were obtained from other plants and animals on this mountain. Let's go and take a look." During the battle, she discovered that the branches of the mutant willow tree had amazing ductility.
The two people and the cat shuttled through the dense woods, with only the sound of their footsteps. They walked for more than an hour. Wen Yuan transformed and inspected the area where the grass and trees were not so obstructed. No other mutants were seen, but they did encounter many dry vines and trees along the way.
"Most likely it was taken care of by the mutant willow tree."
Shen Qianxun guessed that if they hadn't appeared, the third-level mutant thorn vine would most likely have become a meal for the mutant willow tree.
Wen Yuan continued, "No wonder it upgraded so quickly, it's quite smart."
Shen Qianxun nodded, “Fortunately, we didn’t reach level four, otherwise it would be another step to cross, and then we would have no choice but to run away.”
Wen Yuan hugged Shen Qianxun and said, "Don't worry, running away is what I'm best at. If you can't beat me, just run away first."
The two smiled at each other.
"Come, let's separate the crystal cores first."
Wen Yuan's physical mutation and fire ability are only at level two. To upgrade to level three, she needs about 100 level two crystal cores.
As for Shen Qianxun and Marshmallow, they have already absorbed enough first-level crystal cores to upgrade from level 3 to level 4, and now they only need the third-level crystal cores.
After the two of them discussed it, Wen Yuan took away enough crystal cores to upgrade her superpowers to level three, and the rest went to Chen Qianxun and Cotton Candy.
As for the two third-level crystal cores, I gave the initial one to Marshmallow and used the later one myself.
Shen Qianxun has made plans. He cannot rely entirely on Marshmallow's amplification. His own abilities must be improved as soon as possible to ensure that when Marshmallow is not by his side, he can fight against high-level mutants alone.
She waved her special power and felt the energy of the third-level crystal core. As she guessed, it was a mutated crystal core of the wind and water elements, which contained extremely abundant energy.
After absorbing this crystal core, her spatial ability was instantly upgraded to the third mid-level, which was an absolute surprise. The volume of space increased to 150,000 cubic meters.
With the support of the previous third-level spiritual crystal core and the third-level attributeless crystal core of the thorn vine, Marshmallow's amplification ability is gradually approaching the mid-level 3.
Wen Yuan's transformation ability and fire ability were both upgraded to level three, and everyone was happy.
The two discussed the initial plan. According to Shen Qianxun's observation, mutant plants evolved the fastest, followed by mutant animals. In the future, they would focus on upgrading in the wild, and then go to various cities to kill zombies after their levels were raised.
Kill zombies while traveling around the country, and when you've had enough fun, head to the Spark Base.
Facing the Spark Base, even if her adoptive parents and adoptive brother were inside, Shen Qianxun still didn't dare to let her guard down. Without strong strength, she would not easily set foot there.
Wen Yuan was the chef for lunch, with Shen Qianxun helping out. Wen Yuan's cooking skills were far superior to hers, and the ingredients in the space finally realized their true value.
After lunch, we rushed to another mountain without wasting a moment.
There is no mountain king on the other mountain. In addition to mutated plants, there are also many mutated animals.
Pheasants, hares, quails, wild boars...even Marshmallow was so excited that he ran all over the mountain chasing them.
Shen Qianxun is mainly responsible for dealing with mutant plants, while Wen Yuan brings Marshmallow to kill mutant animals.
In the end, in one afternoon, 32 secondary crystal cores and several primary crystal cores were harvested.
Each mountain is very tall. I have to continue tomorrow. I don’t know if I can encounter a private library like the mutant willow tree, which saves time, effort and worry.
In addition, nearly 600 kilograms of mutant animal meat were harvested, not including a second-level mutant cow weighing more than 3,000 kilograms that the two captured together.
40th day of the apocalypse.
At daybreak, the two men, fully equipped, jumped out of the RV.
Last night, the two of them lived in the mountains. The mutated plants and animals around them had been cleared out by them, so it was relatively safe and they both had a good night's sleep.
This hill is smaller than the one where the mutant willow tree is located. I only explored one part of the foot of the mountain in half a day yesterday. It is surrounded by towering trees and overgrown weeds, just like being in a primeval forest. The only way to get there is on foot.
After walking for half an hour and getting rid of two second-level mutant creepers, Wen Yuan looked at the thick creepers on the tree trunks in the distance and sighed with his hands on his hips, "We must have poked the creepers' nest."
"That's good, it saves us from looking for them one by one." Shen Qianxun took out the insect repellent spray, sprayed himself and then sprayed Wen Yuan. Marshmallow looked at the spray directed at him and decisively turned his head to refuse.
After putting away the spray, Shen Qianxun twisted his neck and moved his wrists, "Let's act separately." After that, he said to Marshmallow, "Marshmallow, you follow Wen Yuan." They each had lunch separately, and each had dry food in their backpacks.
These days, Shen Qianxun almost always relies on Marshmallow's amplification ability and rarely fights alone. This time is just an opportunity to practice.
Looking at Shen Qianxun who was rushing forward with the Tang sword in hand, Wen Yuan said lightly, "Oh", then looked down at Marshmallow who seemed a little angry at his feet, and laughed, "Marshmallow, you will have to work hard later. Don't worry, you can choose the crystal core first."
Marshmallow's beard was puffed up high. When he heard Wen Yuan ask it to choose the crystal core first, his mood instantly improved. He walked forward with his head held high, and Wen Yuan followed him happily.
He kept muttering, "Great, I can finally feel the increase in marshmallow power firsthand."
On the other side, Shen Qianxun, holding a Tang sword, easily eliminated several first-level mutant creepers and gradually went deeper into the forest. In the next half hour, he did not encounter a single mutant plant.
Soon after, a large bush appeared in front of them. Countless yellow silk threads were interspersed in the bushes, and there were also many clumps of yellow silk-like objects around them.
Shen Qianxun stretched his neck and took a closer look, “It turned out to be dodder.”
Cuscuta actually means "silk-spinning seeds". It is a parasitic herb. As the name suggests, it often parasitizes other plants. Its seeds will burst and explode under heating or high temperature environment, revealing a small yellow-white embryo, and then quickly grow yellow filaments, so it is called silk-spinning seeds. It is also a Chinese medicine.
Sensing Shen Qianxun's arrival, the dodder twitched its branches and moved slowly, showing no signs of attacking.
Looking forward in the direction of the branches, I could see as far as the eye could see. I couldn't hide my excitement, thinking it was probably a big one.
The road twisted and turned, and the area covered by dodder far exceeded Shen Qianxun's expectations. Finally, it stopped opposite an ancient tree. The towering tree in front of it was the nest of dodder.
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