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What does it mean to be the protagonist of the world?

To be favored by heaven and earth, blessed with luck, to cultivate and evolve as if aided by gods, and to always turn misfortune into fortune.

Yu An had read so many novels and watched so many TV shows in his past life. The benefits of being the protagonist of the world were simply too numerous to count.

However, the term "heaven and earth spirit roots" was a general term, not limited to a single one. It included ordinary plants as well as Rare Species, and anything with the potential to evolve into heaven and earth spirit roots was included.

Of course, the process was also incredibly brutal.

While humans could hide in Blessed Lands, the plants in the wilderness could only endure the onslaught of the Black Annihilation Wind Disaster.

They were risking their lives to survive.

But within the crisis, there were also opportunities.

Just like the Qi of Creation that Yu An discovered.

Since he could absorb it, he figured the plants could too. Although they couldn't compare to him, as long as they survived and didn't die, the accumulated effects over time would be enough to open the door to evolution.

Ordinary humans clearly lacked this ability. Even to break through to the Qi Refining Realm, they now had to rely on Immortal Destiny.

From the news Yu An learned from the Yu family, three thousand years ago, the world underwent a massive upheaval, followed by the arrival of the Black Annihilation Wind Disaster, which ultimately gave rise to heaven and earth spirit roots and the development of entities like Blessed Lands and grotto-heavens.

Yu An had no way of knowing the truth behind the Black Annihilation Wind Disaster.

But since he had transmigrated to this world and transformed into a Rare Species elm tree, he naturally had to accept this "favor" from the world.

He also wanted to see the scenery of the Blessed Lands and the mysteries of the grotto-heavens.

Perhaps the ultimate truth lay within that scenery.

After a bout of wild thoughts, Yu An's attention shifted to the half-withered leaves.

For him now, talking about being the protagonist of the world was still too early.

All those other things would naturally become known to him once he became a heaven and earth spirit root.

Thinking too much now was simply futile.

He might as well focus on how to survive this Black Annihilation Wind Disaster and seize the greatest benefits.

Just like the Qi of Creation before.

Thus, Yu An continued to practice the Flying Flower Plucking Leaf skill.

The effect of doubling his life essence was now evident.

Correspondingly, his soul's strength had also doubled, and his control over his tree body had reached a level of effortless mastery.

Under his control, withered leaves flew out, striking the wall and then shattering into pieces.

Judging by the impact force, the power was enough to make a child cry.

If any insects dared to crawl on him, he would no longer be helpless or have to rely on others. A single move of Flying Flower Plucking Leaf would be enough to kill them.

This was only because his tree body was currently half-withered and his vitality was completely suppressed.

If he were to return to his full strength, he believed the power would be even greater.

He wondered if he could transform it into a Spiritual Power once he grew to the third stage.

Spiritual Power was fundamentally different from abilities he developed himself and could not be compared.

This could be seen just by looking at his previous two Spiritual Powers.

Let's not even mention Town Protection.

But Bonding could actually create Immortal Destiny.

If Flying Flower Plucking Leaf were to transform into a Spiritual Power, and he was willing to pay a certain price, it wouldn't be impossible to even kill a cultivator in the Qi Refining Realm.

Only then would he truly have a means of self-protection.

Finally, Yu An left fifty of the toughest leaves, just in case.

Even though these half-withered leaves were still slowly absorbing the power from the Black Annihilation Wind Disaster, it was no longer a significant issue for Yu An.

Then he switched his perspective and looked at Old Man Yu in the root space.

Currently, in the root space, Old Man Yu tightened the thick clothes on his body, then took out a cold, hard rice cake and began to eat.

Compared to the temperature on the ground, which was enough to freeze an ordinary person who hadn't cultivated, the temperature inside the root space was much higher.

Old Man Yu, despite his age and the decline of his qi and blood, should not have been so afraid of the cold, even with his Fetal Movement Major Accomplishment.

But with his lifespan constantly draining away, he was currently in a weakened state, and his resistance to the cold had inevitably decreased.

Besides the temperature, there were also psychological factors at play.

However, no matter how cold it was, Old Man Yu never considered starting a fire for warmth.

He was already grateful that his little tree had expanded its root space to provide him with shelter. He felt it would be improper to start a fire for warmth inside.

What if it affected the little tree?

He had heard that some spiritual medicines were quite delicate, and even the water used to water them was special.

Even if his Rare Species little tree wasn't of that type, he didn't want to take the risk, so he could only make himself uncomfortable.

Since the insectoids hadn't arrived yet, many people in the Settlement hadn't hidden in the cellar. Instead, they could light fires indoors for warmth and eat hot meals.

This was their last luxury.

Once the insectoids appeared, any sign of fire or smoke could attract those sensitive creatures.

That would be no different from courting death.

Seeing that Old Man Yu was out of danger, Yu An felt relieved.

Then he sensed his surroundings. The lightning above his head had disappeared, meaning he could continue to sense and cultivate.

Cultivating by sensing the rhythm of heaven and earth benefited the soul the most. Even if his current tree body's vitality was withdrawn and he entered a semi-withered state, unable to gain benefits, the tempering and improvement of his soul alone were worth it in his opinion.

Especially since his life essence had just been boosted, it needed further stabilization.

Meanwhile, in Area B of the New Moon Blessed Land.

Yu Ershan walked out of the last shop with light steps. He had changed his clothes, and combined with his appearance, he had the bearing of a direct descendant of a Qi Refining family.

Behind him was Yu Dashan, dressed as a Guard, with a long saber at his waist. He had a blank expression, looking unapproachable.

Yu Ershan had considered how to safely purchase Blood Replenishing Pills and Tendon Strengthening Bone Strengthening Grass.

The more secretive and thief-like one acted, the more likely they were to be targeted.

This was because hidden eyes would firmly lock onto anyone entering these resource shops.

If you were timid, honest, and simple, those people would see you as easy prey and a target for robbery and theft.

Conversely, descendants from Qi Refining families, due to their backgrounds, made others hesitate to act, thus they dared not make a move.

In addition, these past few days, everyone was rushing to buy resources while the insectoids hadn't appeared yet.

This undoubtedly gave Yu Ershan an opportunity to fish in troubled waters.

Especially since the several numbered areas had changed significantly this year. Even if those people couldn't distinguish all the descendants of the Qi Refining families immediately, it was enough as long as they were wary.

Moreover, Yu Ershan had his reasons for specifically choosing Area B.

As he emerged from the shop, Yu Ershan casually glanced around. He saw at least three people hiding in the shadows, looking in their direction.

However, there was no fear on his face. With a call, he swaggered away.

The direction he left in was the place where his family, Miss Xiaoxiao's family, was located, which he had visited before.

Thank you, esteemed patrons, for your support. The trial run has concluded successfully, and we are advancing to the second round.

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