329: A crisis is brewing! The benefits of high luck!

Buzz!

When Su Lie's hand touched the moon scale thousand thread bodhi fruit.

He was astonished to find that layers of illusory scales, condensed from the power of ice, had appeared on the surface of the thousand-thread bodhi fruit.

These layers of scales wrapped around the entire fruit, making it look like a unique scaled fruit.

Moreover, upon touching this layer of scales,

it even carried the power of freezing.

However.

This layer of freezing power did not harm Su Lie.

"What a miraculous fruit!"

Su Lie used his Eye of Identification on the fruit.

Immediately after, a panel automatically popped up from the bodhi fruit.

[moon scale thousand thread bodhi fruit: Red God-level Quality; a supreme fruit, a special fruit from the Eternal Moon Scale Tree, cultivated exclusively for the human Survivor Su Lie.

Non-Territory Life: Consuming the thousand-thread bodhi can increase Lifespan by 1,000 years and grant 1 million free attribute points.

Territory Life: Consuming it can increase Lifespan by 5,000 years and grant 5 million free attribute points! (Hidden Information)

Territory Life Extra Benefit: Awakens the divine ability Moon Scale Armor (Hidden Information)

Fruit Pit: Can be activated by watering it with Eternal Water. Once sprouted, transplanting it into a spiritual field allows it to grow into a Moon Scale thousand-thread bodhi Tree. It can also be planted in Eternal Water to grow into an Eternal Tree.

Note: Each life form can only consume 1 bodhi fruit.

Note: If the life form is not part of Su Lie’s territory, it can only see the data and notes for the Non-Territory Life category.

Note: Only life forms within Su Lie’s territory can see all the information on the bodhi fruit panel.]

"Hmm? As expected!"

Seeing this, Su Lie finally realized.

It turned out that only the faction that grew this fruit could obtain the maximum benefits from it.

Outsiders could only receive one-fifth of the benefits and could not awaken the divine ability.

He finally understood why the information given by the bodhi fruit Kronos gave him was different from the information provided by the bodhi fruit tree he cultivated.

"Hmm? Cool and refreshing! Tastes just like eating an old popsicle?"

After Su Lie ate the bodhi fruit, his eyes lit up.

He had to admit.

The bodhi fruit tree he cultivated tasted genuinely different from the Star Jade thousand-thread bodhi grown by the Titan Clan.

Buzz!

In the blink of an eye.

Su Lie’s Lifespan had increased from 5,600 points to 10,600 points.

He had gained an additional 5 million free attribute points.

At the same time, an awakening notification appeared in his view.

[Congratulations on successfully awakening the Yue Ling Clan’s defensive divine ability: Moon Scale Armor!]

[Moon Scale Armor: By consuming moon scale iron ore in base quantities of one hundred thousand, one million, ten million, one hundred million, etc., you can condense a layer of Moon Scale Armor around your body.

Moon Scale Armor: Defense power equals your current Spirit attribute value multiplied by the quantity of moon scale iron ore consumed.

Special Effect—Physical Damage Immunity: This armor is immune to all physical damage.

Special Effect—Mist Damage Reduction: Mist damage received is reduced by 40%.

Special Effect—Touch Freezing: Everything that touches the Moon Scale Armor will be frozen for 10 minutes.

Special Effect—Ice Element Immunity: Immune to all ice element damage, control, and curse effects.

Special Effect—Multiple Stacking: If the user is already wearing armor, the Moon Scale Armor’s defense effects and special effects can be stacked to enhance defensive power.

Note: When the target's Mist damage exceeds the damage the Moon Scale Armor can withstand, it can cause an armor-piercing effect.

Note: The Moon Scale Armor cannot defend against True Damage cast by the target.

Note: When the Moon Scale Armor's defense value reaches 0, this divine ability will become ineffective.

Note: The Moon Scale Armor divine ability can be stopped at any time.]

"Huh? The Heavenly Thunder Slash divine ability I obtained previously required consuming electric element crystal stones to release, and this Moon Scale Armor I just got is the same!"

Su Lie's eyelid twitched after reading: "It seems... divine abilities in the Mist World must consume corresponding resources to be used!"

Thinking of this.

He opened his personal panel again and looked at the 5 million new free attribute points.

Su Lie did not hesitate and allocated the points to Luck Value again.

[Buzz!]

The next second, the value of Su Lie's Luck attribute had increased to 7,152,100 points.

Such a massive Luck attribute.

Caused Su Lie to vaguely sense many things.

Before he could fully appreciate the mysteries brought about by these changes.

A Mist prompt appeared in his view.

[Buzz!]

[Since your Lifespan has reached the longevity level, according to the mist rule, you have officially obtained the status of a Mist Survivor and formally become a Beginner Mist Survivor!]

[Note: Survivors of this level will no longer be protected by the mist rule!]

[Note: You will directly face the horrors of the Mist World. Please hide your Shelter well, stay concealed, and do not let powerful Mist Monsters discover your whereabouts!]

[Note: Please quickly acquire the qualification to join the Mist Survivors Guild by killing a BOSS or opening a chest!]

... "Holy crap!"

Su Lie's eyelid twitched involuntarily upon seeing this; he suddenly realized a problem.

When he bought the longevity pill in the Dungeon previously, he had received a warning.

That was: his Lifespan must not exceed the longevity level.

Now, because he consecutively consumed two bodhi fruits, his Lifespan had broken the ten-thousand mark.

Therefore.

The crisis he faced would officially arrive.

"So we were just considered rookies before!"

Su Lie's eyelid twitched.

Based on the information he possessed.

He would need to wait until he reached Level 50, completed certain missions, joined the Mist Survivors Guild, and advanced to a 2nd Class Change professional.

Only then would this information be unlocked.

Now, because he met the Lifespan requirement, he had unlocked a terrifying crisis.

This made Su Lie feel a little nervous.

However, he was not afraid.

He also found through his personal panel.

Below his bloodline, an identity attribute had appeared.

[Identity: Beginner Mist Survivor]

"I wonder if obtaining this status early is a good thing or a bad thing!"

Su Lie muttered softly.

And at the same time.

[Buzz!]

A piece of information jumped into Su Lie's sight.

Seeing this, Su Lie's tense emotions immediately eased: "Haha! As expected, high Luck Value means any crisis situation can be easily resolved!"

[Congratulations on receiving a long-term Opportunity Mission from the Giant Temple!]

[Opportunity Mission: Kronos, representing the Giant Temple, will sign a permanent food supply contract with you. You will become the Giant Temple's food supplier and enjoy the protection of the Mist Faction Trade Convention!

Namely: All suppliers and material vendors of the Mist Royal Factions will be exempt from the threat of war, exempt from the threat of Mist Monsters 10 levels higher than themselves, and exempt from the threat of encirclement and killing by high-ranking Mist Monsters.]

[Note: After signing this contract, you will only be able to supply giant rice resources to the Giant Temple and must not sell giant rice to any other faction.]

[Note: After signing the contract, transactions will be conducted at the price of 2 trillion and 100 million level 5 monster crystals for every 10 billion grains of giant rice.

Calculated based on the total consumption of 1,000 level 5 monster crystals for every 1 stalk of giant rice paddy, from seedling growth to harvest and sacrifice.

Of this, 2 trillion level 5 monster crystals are used for cultivation costs, and 100 million level 5 monster crystals are used as the acquisition fee.]

[Note: The Mist Faction Trade Convention is only effective for Mist Monsters and Mist Factions, aiming to protect the vulnerable supply groups of the Mist Factions and prevent large-scale chaotic deaths among Mist Factions.]

[Note: This Opportunity Mission was initiated by Kronos, the prince of the Giant Temple. After signing, you will liaise directly with Kronos. If higher-ranking Elders or the God King of the Giant Temple negate this, you will lose the protection of the Giant Temple.]

[Note: Every time you complete a transaction with the Titan Giant Clan, you will receive different Mist Points rewards.]

"What does that last point mean? Could it be that the Titan God King or the Elders are not satisfied with Kronos's actions, or are they already preparing to discard him once he's served his purpose?"

Su Lie's eyelid twitched upon seeing this.

To be honest.

Although his territory was only Tier 2, it already possessed powerful defensive capabilities.

His territory also had the ability to turn invisible.

Furthermore, it was protected by the parasitize of the rules of the Mist.

Even fighting alone, he was not afraid.

Right now.

Since he could have the protection of the Titan Giant.

In his opinion, the more benefits he could squeeze out, the better.

Especially the generous exchange resources offered by Kronos.

Although in Kronos's eyes, Su Lie only earned 100 million level 5 monster crystals from every transaction of 10 billion grains of giant rice.

In reality, he earned far more than Kronos imagined.

It would be foolish not to take such benefits.

Thinking of this.

Su Lie immediately responded: "Accept the mission!"

[Buzz!]

[Congratulations on successfully accepting the Titan Food Supplier Opportunity Mission!]

[You have successfully signed the mission contract with Kronos and officially become the food supplier for the Titan Clan!]

[Congratulations, you are now protected by the Mist Faction Trade Convention. High-ranking and advanced Mist Monsters will not launch attacks against you or your territory! Please guard against monster attacks permitted within the scope of the convention!]

Su Lie glanced at the mist rule prompt, his figure flashed, and he instantly left the Planting Area.

When he arrived outside the Planting Area.

Kronos was waiting with a smile: "Brother! My apologies! This is all I could negotiate for your compensation as a food supplier! However, I will personally compensate you with resources after every transaction!"

"Kronos! This is a transaction between me and your faction! You must handle public affairs impartially; you cannot show favoritism! This is a fundamental principle!"

Su Lie spoke solemnly to Kronos: "You must understand that as the Prince of the Titan Clan! The future God King of the Giant Temple! The future ruler of the Titan Clan! You must lead by example. If you make a mistake, you must stand straight and accept punishment, and everything must proceed from the interests of the faction!"

"You must first achieve fairness and justice yourself so that your subordinates and your friends can take you as an example!"

"You must also correct your thinking and ensure everything is for the public good..."

Su Lie lectured Kronos on many principles.

This included elements of great heroism, saintly mother theories, and so on.

This entire speech was tens of thousands of words long, leaving Kronos practically dumbfounded.

He hadn't expected Su Lie to speak on such philosophical and profound topics.

This filled him with awe, and he couldn't help but recall some of the slanderous words his clan brethren had spoken about Su Lie.

He silently shouted in his heart: "You blind bastards! Look! Look! This is my friend, Kronos's friend! He is my brother, Kronos's brother! My brother is brilliant and speaks eloquently—how can you vile slanderers compare! A bunch of ignorant bloodline supremacists! Hmph! You aren't helping me; you are clearly jealous that I have such a brother!"

"Only a true brother could say such words!"

"Only a true brother would offer such profound guidance on my prestige, my dignity, and my principles for conducting affairs!"

After Su Lie finished speaking.

Kronos couldn't help but bow respectfully: "Thank you for your guidance, Brother! I, Kronos, will follow your teachings, be loyal as a friend, and execute justice impartially as a Crown Prince! I will absolutely not let this happen again! Please forgive me!"

... At this very moment.

Gaia, the Titan God King, who was idly eavesdropping on Su Lie and Kronos's conversation, was startled. She couldn't help but look up at Su Lie, muttering to herself: "This insect actually possesses such insight... I truly underestimated his potential..."

"I'll first observe whether Kronos listens to his admonishments... If he can truly change Kronos and allow him to develop a Crown Prince's mindset..."

"Then it wouldn't be a problem for my Titan Clan to protect him for ten thousand years!"