Chapter 108: Accelerated Transformation

Luo De has no habit of prying into others’ private affairs.

Therefore, he asked Tally to keep silent about it.

After chatting, both groups realized they were all here to test their skills and practice spells, so they decided to travel together.

To be honest.

The tiefling race has a poor reputation across the continent.

Most of them possess demonic appearances, and their monochromatic eyes make it impossible for others to read their emotions.

As a result, the general public harbors deep distrust and fear toward tieflings.

This sentiment has made their upbringing filled with violence and persecution; as a nomadic race without a nation or tribe, they are indeed more likely to become villains.

But not all tieflings belong to evil factions.

For instance, within the Magic Control League, one tiefling has become a High-Grade Druid.

This holds great symbolic meaning, and they have frequently appeared as mediators in major events and disputes.

The air was thick with the smell of sulfur.

This was the tieflings’ natural body odor.

The two young boy and girl clearly noticed this, their expressions turning awkward.

During an encounter with a sudden large mass of monsters, Vivian properly used [Leaf Storm], successfully shredding them.

The space became choked with the stench of blood.

“The number of monsters seems off.”

Luo De rubbed his chin.

He had walked this path before; compared to earlier, the spawn rate here was now alarmingly high.

“It’s the Unblemished Crystal Ground. The labyrinth’s instability has accelerated monster generation.”

Siti said gloomily.

“Fortunately, Falshad built us a stabilization array, preventing things from getting worse.”

“Unfortunately, my knowledge is limited—I can’t resolve it all at once.”

The elf smiled bitterly and continued:

“I’ve reviewed many records—this situation is a precursor to a newborn labyrinth transforming into a mature one. If we can eliminate this monster den, the Unblemished Crystal Ground’s condition might improve significantly.”

The tiefling girl spoke up:

“I heard most labyrinths involve other dimensions. Can our ranks handle it?”

She was Saixier, Prula’s elder sister.

She wore her hair in short, choppy strands, her androgynous face marked by a hint of doubt.

“I’ve scouted inside—there’s a leader-level monster. Defeating it should give us a chance to seal the dimensional rift.”

“What level?” Luo De asked.

“Seventh-rank. But it’s different from the last one—I sensed a change in its spiritual essence. I suspect it’s learned Spirit Art.”

Luo De thought for a moment, then asked:

“How does it compare to a Legendary Mage’s spells?”

“Far inferior, of course. Its physical strength might barely reach seventh-rank, but its spiritual and magical control is like a child’s.”

“Then it’s not a problem.”

He grinned, indicating it was simple.

“Don’t underestimate it, Mr. Luo De.”

Saixier boldly winked at him.

Tieflings naturally carry a charm bonus, making them quite alluring.

“Don’t be rude, Saixier! Mr. Luo De saved my life!”

“Sorry~”

The strength of the monsters ahead had increased significantly.

The two lower-rank tieflings felt immense pressure and quickly decided to end their training session.

Falshad departed first.

Before leaving, they agreed to return together later to clear the monster den and seal the dimensional rift.

Soon after, Luo De’s group also set out on their return journey.

Before reaching the labyrinth’s exit device.

Vivian stopped before a deforming crystal tree, gently touching it, unwilling to leave.

At its top, the thick trunk twisted and spiraled, sprouting human limbs.

The arms, functioning as hands, stretched upward as if embracing something.

“What’s wrong?”

The Tree Spirit shook its head, its expression puzzled as it uttered a few words:

“Familiar. Feeling.”

Is that so.

Luo De imitated her, pressing his hand against the same tree.

As another who possessed [Tree’s Blessing], he expected to feel the same as Vivian.

But he didn’t.

He felt nothing.

Watching her absorbed expression, Luo De silently speculated:

Could it be due to her Tree Spirit bloodline?

Suddenly, Vivian’s hand glowed with spiritual energy.

She was pouring energy into the mutated crystal tree—but clearly, it had no effect.

Vivian turned to Luo De, her glowing white eyes pleading.

“Grow. Spirit.”

Luo De understood her meaning.

She was simply worried, wanting to save the tree—typical of a Tree Spirit.

“Can I try something with this tree, Siti?”

“Go ahead, it doesn’t matter.”

Siti was very generous.

Perhaps because no method had ever worked before, he rejected none.

Having received permission, Luo De infused a bit of [Growth Spirit] into it.

[Laurel (Labyrinth-Transformed) Acquired: Spiritual Potential]

The tree’s first trait was always Spiritual Potential—even a tree made of crystal.

He added a little more.

[Laurel (Labyrinth-Transformed) Acquired: Forceful Seizure]

[Details: The tree’s efficiency in absorbing spiritual energy increases, and it gains a chance to steal spiritual energy from nearby trees.]

Forceful Seizure?

Luo De had never seen this trait before.

It looked quite impressive.

He was about to try again when Vivian stopped him.

Her face showed faint disappointment as she gently kissed Luo De.

“Maybe… it’s too late.”

This small incident didn’t disrupt their schedule.

They soon left the Unblemished Crystal Ground.

Back in the forest.

Luo De continued studying [Gravity Well].

Though embarrassing, he had to admit:

Gravity-based Spirit Art is fucking hard.

Over the past week, he’d successfully mimicked a gravity field fewer than ten times.

Remember, mimicking a gravity field is only the first step.

After that come gravity pull, gravity distortion, gravity acceleration—each a critical point.

Luo De couldn’t even imagine how difficult this spell truly was—could humans even master it?

Of course, he’d considered giving up.

After all, he fought with his body—he was a brute who relied on physical strength. A Spirit Art meant to close distance and restrain enemies wasn’t essential.

Why bother?

But he couldn’t accept defeat!

Fuck, I won’t believe it!

“AHHHH!”

Luo De roared with determination, glaring fiercely at the gravity stone before him.

Pour all of your consciousness, spirit, and essence into sensing the influence of the gravitational field.

Then, accidentally, he crushed it.

The purple spirit representing gravity dissipated as the stone broke apart.

“.”

Perhaps it was an issue with the stone’s mass?

With no other option, Luo De had to seek help from Kali again.

He went to the Willow Sand District.

He found nothing.

After thinking it over, he still went near the Magic Treehouse.

He stood about a hundred meters away.

He was just about to shout out loud.

His powerful physique granted Luo De extraordinary hearing.

Suddenly, he heard a faint, languid moan and the crack of a whip coming from inside the Magic Treehouse.

His expression turned strange.

Luo De was not inexperienced in matters of man and woman; on the contrary, he engaged in them every night.

Precisely because of this, he knew the circumstances under which such sounds were made.

(End of Chapter)