The ripples along the shore of Emerald Lake gradually subsided, while the warmth from the life core merging into his body still flowed slowly through his limbs. In Tang Wulin's pink-blue eyes, the gentle figure of the Goddess of Life was reflected within his Sea of Consciousness.
"Wulin, the seventh trial of your life nine trials has arrived."
The Goddess of Life's voice was like a clear spring in the woods, carrying a soothing power.
"All things begin with life and end with life. Everything in the world has life—even a stubborn rock has its own slumbering pulse."
"Your task is to travel to the Land of Life, draw out the Life Spear sleeping there, and gain the recognition of nature and life."
"The Life Spear?" Tang Wulin frowned slightly, his fingertips unconsciously rubbing the ends of his blue-gold hair. "Is it a divine artifact?"
"Though it is a spear, it cannot tear through space or shatter Stars like the Golden Dragon Spear." The Goddess of Life chuckled. "It has no destructive attack power. Its only ability is healing. It can heal dying lives, awaken withered plants, and restore vitality to depleted lands."
"Healing?" Tang Wulin was a little surprised.
"That's right." The Goddess of Life nodded. "But don't underestimate it. Holding it, you can gain a glimpse of the very surface of the Law of Life. Though that is not the true law itself, it is already an immense opportunity for you as you are now."
"The Law of Life..." A trace of longing flashed through Tang Wulin's eyes. As the Child of Nature, he already had a natural affinity with life energy. If he could comprehend the law, his strength would surely rise to another level.
"I understand." He nodded solemnly. "I'll complete the trial."
"Go, child." The