Chapter 163: Fusang Offshoot

Of course, aside from the Tattoo, the attributes of the other gear are also quite good.

Especially the reward for a certain Task: a necklace made of divine wood, whose effect makes jungle plants actively step aside as you move, increasing travel speed.

This is a huge help for Chen Shicheng's upcoming journey; in the Hundred‑Thousand Great Mountains there are no official roads, only footpaths forged by mountain folk, and the terrain is extremely rugged.

Moreover, if you walk a bit faster, the roadside branches will occasionally slap you, reminding you what enthusiasm feels like.

Unfortunately, when Chen Shicheng asked about the tribe that posted the Task, the captured mountain dweller had no idea where it was.

Like the common folk in Zhongyuan's interior, ordinary people here only operate locally; aside from a few nearby mountain tribes, they know little of other places.

Even the human tribes living in the Hundred‑Thousand Great Mountains are unaware, so trying to learn of the Grey Immortal Clan's whereabouts in this tiny village is clearly a fool's dream.

Helpless, he could only turn his gaze to the top of the notice board.

There are several Tasks here with tough requirements but tempting rewards; they clearly come from major tribes, whereas obscure minor tribes know nothing of the Grey Immortal Clan, so the big ones should have heard of them.

【Discovery Task: Heavenly Poison Azure Snakegrass.】

【Task Brief: Because the rock tribe's gu insects face a progression issue, a highly poisonous substance is needed as aid; 100 specimens of Heavenly Poison Azure Snakegrass that grow near the venomous Snake‑King's lair are required, with a one‑month time limit.】

【Task Reward: Snake Egg, a highly poisonous snake gu that can be contracted as a pet after hatching.】

"Is it that exciting?"

Chen Shicheng blinked, quickly noting the tribe's name and the Task requirements.

He thought that since he needed to approach a larger tribe to inquire about the Grey Immortal Clan, he shouldn't go empty‑handed; at least he should complete a posted Task.

That way, with a favor exchanged, the other side might speak freely, and he wouldn't make the trip in vain, at least gaining some Task reward.

But this Task immediately targets the Snake‑King, and he really isn't confident; he decided to first record the tribe's name and later check on Jiuzhou Software whether the poisonous grass can be exchanged.

Chen Shicheng shifted his gaze to the other Tasks.

【Discovery Task: High‑grade Demon Beast Blood】

【Task Brief: The spirit plant "Fusang Offshoot" of the Huoyao Bu has become diseased; it requires High‑grade Demon Beast Blood to irrigate and restore vitality, with a five‑day time limit.】

【Task Reward: Choose one of two Tattoos: 1. Huoyao Bu – all fire‑type Skill damage +20% (excluding Relic abilities); 2. Fusang – damage taken from fire‑type Skills -20%.】

【Discovery Task: Ancient Strange Insect】

【Task Brief: A Six‑winged Golden Silkworm was discovered on Silkworm Grove Mountain; capture it alive and deliver it to the Nineng Tribe Chief, with a one‑week time limit.】

【Task Reward: Ten Gold‑devouring Insects.】

【Discovery Task: Deliver Letter】

【Task Brief: Within five days, take the handwritten letter from Chief Ge Long A Hong of the Cangwu Tribe, go to the Zhan Yi Great Sage, question why his subordinate demons invaded our territory, and bring back compensation to appease the tribe's mountain folk.】

【Task Reward: Forest‑Piercing Bow, a treasure‑grade Bow and Arrow.】

The number of Tasks isn't large, but each is very difficult.

Especially the last one, it treats the player like a patsy: take a letter into the enemy's stronghold to confront some Demon King, then bring back compensation—let alone the compensation, merely delivering the letter and surviving is a huge problem!

That Task is essentially a death sentence, impossible to complete. Chen Shicheng shook his head, hesitated among the other three Tasks, and ultimately chose the one from Huoyao Bu.

One reason is the reward is indeed excellent; whether it boosts damage or reduces damage, both are very good attribute enhancements.

Another reason is the Task is simple for him, since both Tai Sui's blood and Great Ao's blood can fulfill it.

Of course, using Tai Sui's blood is preferable; it's a renewable resource, and even if the quality falls short, quantity can compensate—just draw a few more times, and a bit of consumption will replenish it.

Moreover, this mentions the so‑called "Fusang Offshoot"; if memory serves, Lu Ya is a Three‑legged Golden Crow who sleeps on the Fusang Tree each day.

The tribe's name is still Huoyao Bu; saying there's no connection, Chen Shicheng would swear he'd kill to prove otherwise.

Perhaps by using the Slaying Immortal Sword Intent skill, he could build some rapport and greatly increase the chance of learning about the Grey Immortal Clan.

But the only problem now is where Huoyao Bu is located; this is where the convenience of joining a national organization shows.

Chen Shicheng logged off and called Song Bingyuan; after inquiring, he received an internal document—a map drawn by a player from the Cultural Tourism Bureau Logistics Department.

The map clearly marks the specific locations of several powerful tribes within the Hundred‑Thousand Great Mountains, as well as the lairs of certain Demon Kings.

Having the exact location, Chen Shicheng did not hesitate and accepted the Huoyao Bu Task.

【You have accepted the "High‑grade Demon Beast Blood" Task.】

After confirming the Task, Chen Shicheng set off immediately; Huoyao Bu isn't far, and at his speed, barring any Demon King blockades, the journey should take at most a day.

As for other minor monsters, he doesn't even need to act; just toss out the spoiled La Tiao, and he can lie back.

Of course, he can't do nothing; while hurrying, he allocated part of his mind into the Storage Bag to check on Tai Sui's condition.

He discovered that Tai Sui was still straining over the indigestible Ao meat, the entire Sui wrapped around it, and even without any gain, it showed no intention of giving up.

"This kid is really stubborn."

Chen Shicheng shook his head wordlessly, reached into the Storage Bag, waved at Tai Sui, and subconsciously made two "chu chu" sounds.

Whether Tai Sui heard the sound, Chen Shicheng didn't know, but after seeing the hand it hesitated, reluctantly released the Ao meat, and crawled here, constantly rubbing.

"Heh."

A faint whooshing sound rang, startling Tai Sui, which then extended a tentacle to touch a small opening on its head, momentarily bewildered.

But the gourd that later appeared in the master's hand reminded it of the horrific memory of being bled.

"Come again!"

Tai Sui, startled, instantly slipped beneath the Ao meat, curled into a trembling ball, its plump body constantly rippling.

Chen Shicheng's Divine Perception glanced at Tai Sui, chuckling at the flesh ripples on its body caused by the trembling.

"Having raised it for so long, it's time to draw blood."

(End of Chapter)