The Sapling of the Life Ancient Tree

The Ancient Tree's light gradually drew in. The golden patterns on the tree trunk sank deep into the bark, and the glow on its leaves dimmed as well, returning to an ordinary green.

But that green was different from before. The green before had been ordinary, plain, and unremarkable; the green now was vibrant, full of power, and imbued with divinity.

In the Tree Heart Space, the Ancient Tree's Divine Spirit Body opened its eyes.

The Divine Spirit Body had the appearance of an old man, with white hair and beard, a thin face, and a jade-green robe. A golden belt was tied around his waist. He was barefoot, with several jade-green leaves fastened around his ankles.

He was about the height of an ordinary person. He stepped toward the outside of the Tree Heart Space, passed through its barrier, and appeared in the void.

Every step he took landed in the void, sending rings of golden ripples spreading beneath his feet. The ripples expanded in every direction, leaving faint golden traces in the emptiness.

He stopped in front of Xiao Yun, bowed slightly, and his white hair fell from his shoulders, drifting gently in the void.

"Little friend, thank you."

Xiao Yun returned the salute. "Grandpa Tree, you're too polite. Congratulations on ascending to the god position."

The Ancient Tree straightened and smiled. "For this old man to have today, it was all thanks to your help. I will remember this kindness."

Xiao Yun shook his head. "Grandpa Tree, there's no need for that. You gave me a branch of the Life God Tree, and you also gave me the Wood Attribute Energy Crystal. That was already enough."

The Ancient Tree did not say any more words of thanks and changed the subject. "Little friend, this old man would