Chapter 2219 Elysian Tree

Chapter 2219 Elysian Tree

Emery spent hours activating his [Nature Grasp], the unique skill he learned from Gaia, to reach out to the seedlings. Despite feeling the connection, there was almost no response from them. He concentrated, trying to sense even the slightest sign of life, but the seedlings remained dormant.

By this time, Twik and a few other young chizpurs had gathered around, watching with curiosity. Their small, beady eyes followed Emery's every move.

"I think it's still too young. What do you think?" Emery asked, looking at Twik.

Ku ku Kuang!

The young chizpurs chirped in agreement, their tiny bodies bouncing with excitement. Twik nodded solemnly, and at that moment, VIA's voice echoed in Emery's mind.

[Data comparison from 8 known world tree pieces indicates an average growth time of 125 years from seed to seedling, 400 years until the first bud stage, and a millennium before flowering begins.]

"...A millennium? You should have told me before I chose this," Emery said, frowning.

Twik and the chizpurs exchanged glances, their excitement waning. VIA's information provided fascinating insights, explaining that despite being part of the same heavenly world tree lineage, each of the 30 pieces of the tree exhibited unique characteristics.

The Yggdrasil tree, fifth in rank among the heavenly world trees, was a towering marvel of nature. Its immense trunk and branches could stretch as tall as the sky, creating a majestic canopy that seemed to touch the heavens. This colossal tree fed on wisdom and those who received its power found their mental strength greatly enhanced. History notes dozens of renowned figures who achieved unparalleled levels of enlightenment with the help of the tree.

In stark contrast stood the Zaccum tree, a much smaller but no less remarkable specimen. Growing only a few meters tall, the Zaccum tree was renowned for its eternal flame. Its branches and leaves were constantly ablaze, glowing with an otherworldly fire that never extinguished. This fire was not hot to the touch but emitted a warm, comforting light that could ward off darkness and evil. The Zaccum tree's flame was said to have purifying properties, capable of cleansing the soul and burning away impurities.

Among the more macabre of the world trees was one that thrived on corpses, there was even one that had the power to bring life back, a reincarnation tree. Unfortunately, there was almost no information about the Elysian Tree, which had been extinct for more than a dozen millennia. This lack of data left Emery with a significant challenge. He realized he would need to study the seedling carefully and create analytical data, much like he did with his apothecary recipes.

Emery examined the Elysian Tree seedling, noting every minute detail. Its leaves, although tiny, had a faint luminescence, and its roots seemed to pulse with a gentle energy. He spent hours observing it, taking notes, and running tests. After hours of meticulous observation, Emery finally gained the confidence to try his special skill. He positioned himself near the seedling, took a deep breath, and activated [Photosynthesis].

These last 15 years, Emery had cast the spell on thousands of different plants, honing his skills and understanding. He believed he had mastered the spell enough to avoid harming the precious Elysian Tree seedling in the process.

"Alright, let's give it a try," he said, his voice filled with determination.

Emery presented the newly acquired tier 7 item, the [Ocean Heart Vest], to Klea. He displayed the runes attached to this high-grade artifact and the accompanying tome, eager to study them together. Klea's deep expertise in the formation and comprehension of water laws was invaluable, and Emery hoped her knowledge would provide greater insight into the tier 7 artifacts.

Similar to their previous collaboration with the [Heavenly Roc Soaring Imprints], they spent 24 hours exchanging insights and understanding. Through their combined efforts, they successfully unlocked the inheritance from the artifacts.

The [Ocean Heart Vest] granted access to two tier 7 spells: [Seasoul Restoration] and [Tidal Heart Healing]. One was designed for healing the soul, while the other focused on bodily recovery. Both spells were high-grade magus-level techniques, making them highly effective for healing individuals in the magus realm and moderately useful for those in the grand magus realm.

Studying the two spells significantly enhanced Emery's grasp of the law of water. The process of performing the spells while wearing the [Ocean Heart Vest] further amplified his understanding and efficiency. The spells not only deepened his comprehension of water's essence but also contributed to his overall grasp of natural laws.

After his study session, Emery received several notifications reflecting his progress:

[You have gained a deeper understanding of the law of water]

[Your gain comprehension in the law of nature]

[Law of Nature: 26 (27%)]

[Law Comprehension: 110 (111)]

[Soul Force: 1168 (1172)]

[Energy balance: Darkness 67 (66)%, Light 33 (34)%]

Although this progress was incremental, Emery was optimistic. He believed that with continued practice over the coming days, he could further master the profound water spells and enhance his abilities even more.

Meanwhile, Klea experienced even greater gains from their joint study:

[Law of Water -19 (21%)]

Klea's natural talent in water elements allowed her to achieve a more substantial increase in her understanding compared to Emery. Emery was eager to continue his training, but with the preparation for the upcoming pirate battle approaching rapidly, he decided it was best to leave the [Ocean Heart Vest] with Klea. This way, she could make use of its benefits during her own training. However, Klea refused the offer, "You're the one going to battle; you need it more than I do. We can continue our training later... Just stay safe."

Before leaving, Emery had one more task that required Klea's expertise. He presented another valuable item he had recently acquired: the tier 7 Summoner Staff. Emery needed Klea's help to remove the seal on the staff and help tame the artifact.