CHAPTER 28: CHAPTER 28: 4-STAR HERO?

A chubby little Vine Fairy flew up to Lear, affectionately nuzzling his face like a clingy kitten.

The moment he came into contact with these little creatures, the Divine Format in Lear’s mind emanated a hazy glow.

He felt extremely close to these little beings.

This was something that had never happened before; clearly, the title ’Father God’ wasn’t used for nothing.

He could clearly sense the emotions of these little beings at this moment.

Joy, excitement, happiness, elation... all filled with jubilation.

Just then, a stream of information quietly flowed into his mind from the Divine Format.

Vine Fairies are unique life forms created by the Swamp God, borrowing part of the Creator God’s power, to help manage the swamp.

But with the fall of the Swamp God, the Vine Fairies also gradually declined and withered, leaving only a few.

However, there are still many swamp creatures with deep connections to the Swamp God. Some are extinct, while the whereabouts of others are unknown.

Vine Fairies are just one among them.

Lear then realized.

There is such a connection, no wonder the other party quickly lowered their guard.

The aura of the Divine Format cannot be faked.

This is the power unique to Divine Spirits.

It is also an imprint engraved in the soul and bloodline of the Vine Fairies.

Returning to his senses, Lear displayed a gentle smile, reaching out to pinch the chubby cheek of the little being in front of him.

"Bring the Starry Sky Vine... we’re going home."

"Yes, Father God!"

The cheering Vine Fairy quickly flew back to its habitat, its body turning into light spots, merging with the vine.

In the next moment, rustle~

A vast expanse of twenty-meter-wide vines suddenly rose from the ground.

The roots pulled out from the surface, and each vine turned into tendrils supporting the trunk.

It looked just like an octopus.

Only then did Lear realize that this vast expanse of Starry Sky Vine was actually a single tree...

Although it had countless secondary roots growing, there was only one main root.

Sixteen 3 Stars potential little beings directly controlled this 2 Stars vine, making it move.

The sight of hundreds and thousands of entwined vines created quite a visual impact.

Lear was very satisfied, waving for the others to follow him back to the still empty Weilu City.

Under the control of the Vine Fairy, the Starry Sky Vine became a special creature.

Its march was overbearing, able to traverse even ponds and mud wherever it went.

The sun gradually slanted westward, starting to dip into the earth.

About five kilometers back, when passing a mud pond with a diameter of four to five hundred meters, Lear suddenly narrowed his eyes, looking toward the opposite shore.

At this moment, on the other side of the mud pond, a group of special creatures with shoulder heights of two meters appeared before him.

Their heads bore large curved horns covered in moss.

Their bodies bore plum blossom-like patterns, very eye-catching.

A pair of pitch-black, large eyes curiously observed them, their rotating eyes filled with alertness and inquiry.

Especially wary of the Starry Sky Vine commanded by the Vine Fairy, whose exaggerated size made them particularly cautious.

One among them was half a body taller than the others, with an exaggerated shoulder height of three meters.

Even from several hundred meters away, its robustness could be felt.

Lear focused his gaze.

An attribute panel of the other party appeared in his mind.

Mire Giant Horned Deer

Hero Unit

[Level]: 12

[Potential]: 4 Stars

[Racial Talent]: Mud Walker, Swamp Power possession, able to sprint freely in mud, with an additional 60% movement speed boost.

[Hero Talent]: Illusory Body, the body can become illusory, immune to physical damage, and reduces magic damage by 70%.

[Qi Blood]: 12,000 points (all attributes increased by 30%)

[Skills]: Charge (3 Stars) lowers the head, with the giant horn in front, boosts speed by 60% during a charge, and increases collision force by 80%.

Earth Trample (3 Stars) stomps the ground, causing all life within a 15-meter radius centered on itself to be stunned.

Magic Horn (3 Stars) the giant horn on the head can cast three spells - (Mud Technique: melts the target into mud upon hit, Magic Shield: creates a magic shield to protect itself or grant it to an ally, Light Spear Penetration: creates a light spear, penetrating all enemies within 50 meters)

[Evaluation]: A giant horned deer living in the swamp, it is the king of horned deer.

Lear took a deep breath, his gaze mixed with apprehension and... fervor.

Level 12, 4 Stars potential Hero!!

Swamp Giant Horned Deer!

With such a set of skills, it’s explosive.

The 200 Wetland Lizard-men and 12 Swamp Treants under his command couldn’t handle this Mire Giant Horned Deer Hero...

The fierce skill, Divine Remnant, once cast on it, would surely provoke its wrath.

Can’t afford it, can’t afford it, better head home quickly.

Silently withdrawing his gaze, he signaled the Wetland Lizard-men to hasten their pace, and the Vine Fairy also sped up the Starry Sky Vine.

Soon, this impressive group of life forms disappeared from sight.

Lear marked this area on his Magic Map for future revisit when stronger.

Unknown giant three-toed footprints, Mire Giant Horned Deer... Further exploration of the swamp is needed.

The return journey proceeded without further incidents.

Arriving at Weilu City just as the sun set into the swamp, the sky was left with a lingering afterglow.

The territory was bustling with activity at the moment.

Some of the Mud Swamp People were stacking the transported materials neatly to the side.

Others were clearing the ground and setting up tents.

A wagon stood nearby, with a sturdy Unicorn leisurely grazing on the grass.

Twelve ninth-level Treants of the swamp had returned to their peaceful demeanor, their leaves swaying with the breeze.

It appeared rather harmonious.

Seeing Lear return, Bain, the Mud Swamp People Hero who was tirelessly busy, immediately came forward to greet him.

"My lord..."

Though he saluted, his eyes were locked onto the still-writhing Starry Sky Vine.

The radiant appearance like the starry sky made it easy for him to recognize the vine.

My lord, did they really bring the Starry Sky Vine back?!!

By the Swamp God above, my lord must have received the gods’ blessing!

This is the legendary magic plant used to build the most powerful city of the Swamp Race—Mire City!

Although that city has long collapsed in the War of the Gods, a reforged sword is even more glorious, isn’t it?!

However... why is this vine alive?

I’ve never heard of the Starry Sky Vine being like a Treant.

Seeing the confusion in Bain’s eyes, Lear spoke softly.

"Within the Starry Sky Vine, there is a hidden Vine Fairy... They will be responsible for cultivating the Starry Sky Vine in the future."

"Communicating with them is necessary if you want to use it to build houses."

He indicated the spacious grassland before them.

"Find a suitable place to settle it; from now on, this will be the growth area of the Starry Sky Vine."

"Vine Fairy?"

Bain’s eyes lit up.

"Do those legendary beings really exist?!"

Curious, he glanced at the octopus-like vine but, finding no specific form, regretfully withdrew his gaze.

"My lord, why not temporarily settle in the north of the territory? With the Vine Fairy, moving it wouldn’t be too troublesome."

Lear nodded.

"You go ahead and arrange these things."

After saying this, he added a reminder.

"Complete the territory planning as soon as possible."

"Yes, my lord!"

Watching the exhilarated Bain, Lear waved towards the Starry Sky Vine.

"Go with Bain; from now on, this will be our home... Weilu City will rise under our hands!"

Bain patted his chest in assurance.

"We will certainly resurrect the glory of the swamp!"

But after speaking, he showed slight regret.

"It’s just a pity that the number of Starry Sky Vines is too few to support the construction of the territory requirements, only enough to build core structures..."

The amount of vine needed to build the territory is definitely astounding; right now, it can only construct a couple of houses.

Hearing this, the little ones in the vine immediately panicked.

A surge of Spiritual Power came forth.

"Father God, we can make the Starry Sky Vine grow faster..."

"We have ways, Father God."

"Leave it to us, we won’t disappoint you!"

After all, they are Vine Fairies!

How could they let Father God be troubled by such matters!

Sensing the emotions of the Vine Fairies, Lear glanced at their skills, intrigued.

He began detailed communication with these little ones.

Finally, the Vine Fairy informed him that the current size of the Starry Sky Vine was not due to slow growth but because they were too lazy to cultivate it.

If needed, they could significantly increase the growth speed, making the Starry Sky Vine grow one meter a day!

If the Vine Fairy’s words were true, using the Starry Sky Vine for construction would be entirely sufficient!

He felt his mood lift.

He immediately instructed Bain to have detailed communication with the Vine Fairy.

He knew nothing about construction, and the specific building process had to be carried out by Bain, the Artisan Hero.

The writhing form of the Starry Sky Vine attracted everyone’s attention; moving towards the north of the territory, its roots seemed to slowly burrow into the ground.

The vine quietly settled by the water.

Its natural look made it seem as though it was originally a part of this area.

After the Starry Sky Vine settled, streams of light flowed, and fist-sized Vine Fairies appeared among the vines.

With wings woven from green vines flapping, delicately small, topped with a Thorn Crown, and dresses made from woven vines and leaves.

Together with their chubby cheeks, they possessed an indescribable cuteness.

Curiously but timidly, they hid within the vine, poking their little heads out to cautiously observe the outside world.

At the sight of strangers, they shyly retreated.

Upon seeing these little ones, Bain was instantly charmed, a kindly smile breaking over his wrinkled face.

Excitedly and curiously sizing them up.

Is this the Vine Fairy? The legendary magical life said to be created by the Swamp God using the Creator God’s power?

The gods are favoring the Lord!