"You're very clever."
Li Ye reached out and picked up the Mycelial God Fruit, no bigger than a broad bean, and examined it carefully. From the corner of his eye, he glanced at the mycelia, which still held its offering posture.
This Mycelial God Fruit should have the effect of enlightening intelligence, and judging by its appearance, the effect would not be weak.
He really had to think about whom to give it to. If no one suitable came to mind, he would keep it for now.
He put the fruit away.
With curiosity in his voice, he asked, "But only so much wish power has accumulated in such a short time, and you were already able to produce such a special fruit."
"Was it the Bamboo Wood Ants that were special, or were you special to begin with?"
—Li Ye naturally leaned more toward the latter.
This Earth Sentiment Mycelia had been found by the Earth Wish Spirit Fox back then, and they were connected to that senior from several thousand years ago. It had even specifically mentioned the senior patriarch of the Ninefold Celestial Gate.
Moreover, the moment it developed complete intelligence, it knew to offer Li Ye its most precious fruit, one nearly equivalent to its origin. Such keen ingratiation and eagerness to please...
Had it really only just developed spirituality?
Taken together, all this information made Li Ye somewhat suspicious. Was this thing really just a simple "cook"?
He felt his suspicions were justified, so he had not asked his master.
Under his gaze, the Mystic Gold mycelia slowly withdrew, returning to its "altar." Strands of radiance began spreading across the mycelia it had extended.
It did not speak, nor did it transmit any intent.
The Earth Sentiment Mycelia's fervent, almost fanatical desire to share food