Translator: Ashish
Translation Checker: Silavin
Deep within the heart of North Canyon…
Yu Zi Yu was hidden in the thick fog.
However, through the dense fog, Yu Zi Yu had already noticed that countless unfamiliar lifeforms were continuously pouring into Misty Mountains.
[These guys are doing a good job] Yu Zi Yu silently commended. He entrusted these Mutant Beasts that were coming from other places to the Old Fourth, Sarcosuchus.
There happened to be a Spirit Lake in his territory, created using his Life Essence.
Any incoming Mutant Beast would want to visit this lake.
Firstly, it cleansed and strengthened them. Some of the weaker Mutant Beasts could complete a round of transformation from the nourishment of the Spirit Lake’s water.
But more importantly, the water of the Spirit Lake was diluted from Yu Zi Yu’s Life Essence.
Any Mutant Beasts that had been to the Spirit Lake would be tainted with Yu Zi Yu’s aura.
This would help Yu Zi Yu and his friends identify friends from foe in the future. In addition, these Mutant Beasts would also become close to Yu Zi Yu because of his aura.
This would facilitate future management.
Smiling, Yu Zi Yu no longer paid attention to this matter.
With Sarcosuchus and other Mutant Beasts in charge of these things, Yu Zi Yu did not need to expend much effort.
Compared to this, Yu Zi Yu’s mind was more preoccupied with the crystal flower that was located on the canopy of his body, which the System referred to as ‘Elemental Flower.’
It appeared it was carved on ice, and had eight petals.
Every other moment, a petal would fall off, but in a short while, ice crystals would gather around, forming a new petal.
It kept repeating and repeating like an endless cycle, truly displaying its mystical nature.
Elemental Flower (Earth) — It can completely transform an individual into an Elemental Lifeform, turning their being basically into an intangible yet the purest form of element life. From then on, they can easily manipulate elements with the slightest touch, and with more concentration, raise a tsunami, displaying the might of elements.
Reading the introduction of this Elemental Flower again, Yu Zi Yu could not help but be a little taken aback. While he had read it earlier during the day, looking at it again now still shook him.
Purest Elemental Lifeforms was something that even the Transcendents with Elemental Talents could hardly match. If Transcendents who had awakened Elemental Talents could reign the elements within their vicinity, then the purest Elemental Lifeform was akin to an emperor of said element.
Whatever the Elemental Lifeform was, the elemental of its type would be under its command.
Everyone with Elemental Talents, whether Human or Mutant Beast, would lose control over their respective element within the territory of the Elemental Lifeform.
This was significant.
Moreover, as Elemental Lifeforms, they were essentially invulnerable to physical weapons, much like Yu Zi Yu’s Mist Beasts. Except, Elemental Lifeforms were synonymous with tremendous terror in comparison to Yu Zi Yu’s Mist Beasts, which looked impressive but were totally worthless.
Thinking about this, Yu Zi Yu heaved a long, deep breath.
“This Elemental Flower is enough to create a true powerhouse,” muttering to himself, Yu Zi Yu’s gaze became more heated.
A true powerhouse that could become his right-hand man.
At this moment, as if reminded of something, Yu Zi Yu’s gaze became pensive.
“Who should I give the Elemental Flower to?” Yu Zi Yu was having a slight headache regarding this.
Each Elemental Flower was difficult to produce. For some reason, Yu Zi Yu felt that this Elemental Flower was extremely precious, a true treasure that could break through the limitations of Humans or Mutant Beasts’ Innate Talents.
However, it was of no use to him. Its greatest value could only be realised by giving it to someone else
At the moment, Yu Zi Yu was inclined to give it to Bull Demon.
Bull Demon was originally an Earth-Attribute Mutant Beast, but the problem was that Bull Demon had not returned yet. Moreover, there was something even more significant to consider, if Bull Demon turned into an Elemental Lifeform, he would lose his unique ability—Gravity Field.
This was something Yu Zi Yu did not want.
Others might not know, but how could Yu Zi Yu not be aware?
Gravity was one of the most mysterious forces. Bull Demon’s ability to touch this kind of force was truly rare.
*Ha…* Exhaling deeply, Yu Zi Yu looked at the crystal flower on the treetop, his eyes flickering.
[Bull Demon’s Innate Talent is already strong, especially with Gravity Field. Giving him the Elemental Flower would indeed strengthen his Innate Talent, but he might lose Gravity Field. It’s not worth it.]
Compared to Bull Demon, Yu Zi Yu was more inclined toward another individual.
With this thought in mind, Yu Zi Yu’s gaze shifted to the depths of the earth.
After a moment, a vast square entered his view.
Standing in the centre of the square was a burly man with arms as thick as thighs, commanding a group of Chimpanzees to move large rocks tirelessly. Occasionally, he would rush over to lend a hand.
Now, looking at the vast square, one could notice that some buildings were beginning to take shape.
For example, not far from where Yu Zi Yu’s body was located, a staircase with ninety-nine steps had already been constructed.
Beneath the steps, there were nine massive stone platforms.
These stone platforms were built by Yu Zi Yu for his nine Great Beasts to sit on.
“Qing Gang, his Innate Talent mediocre compared to Bull Demon. He is the one who can make most use of the Elemental Flower,” muttering to himself, Yu Zi Yu’s eyes flickered slightly.
The greatest value of the Elemental Flower lay in its power to turn someone into an Elemental Lifeform, which would then change one’s destiny and Innate Talents.
Such a treasure was especially precious to those with weaker talents.
Qing Gang’s Innate Talent among Humans was pretty good. However, here, it was mediocre.
Without an extraordinarily fortunate encounter, it would be difficult for him to become a stronger Superhuman.
[If he could consume the Elemental Flower…] Even though Qing Gang was currently under Yu Zi Yu, he was ultimately still a Human. Despite the trust Yu Zi Yu has for him, there were still some reservations.
If he could transform Qing Gang into an Elemental Lifeform, not only would Qing Gang be more devoted to him, but even the transformation of his race alone would make Yu Zi Yu trust him a bit more.
Moreover, there was another point worth considering.
While Humans had slightly weaker individual combat abilities compared to Mutant Beasts, they were flexible in their thinking. The power of Elemental Lifeform lay in the development of their element. If two Elemental Lifeforms differ on an intellectual level, one less intelligent than the other, the difference in their strength might be akin to night and day.
Looking at it this way, among those currently under Yu Zi Yu’s command, Qing Gang seemed to be the most suitable candidate.
With a slight curl of his lips, watching the distant figure toiling away, Yu Zi Yu stated, chuckling. “It’s decided then. After all, you’ve been so dedicated to me, it would not be fair not to reward you.”
[Though I must admit, this reward is quite significant. On second thought, if I can gain a loyal General in return, it’s worth it.]
Furthermore, with his guidance and Qing Gang’s intelligence, the development of his power was guaranteed.