Chapter 173

It's like the thin mist that hangs over a lake in the early morning.

If you don't drink it quickly, it will probably evaporate, turn into water vapor, fly into the sky, and then become clouds and sunset.

"Awooo!" Nibote yelled as he slammed his glass.

It glanced at the wine glass, then at Xie Juanhan, its eyes darting back and forth, its large paws occasionally pawing anxiously at the floor.

Xie Juanhan nodded. "Drink it."

Once given permission, all the furry creatures plunged their tongues into the golden cup and drank quickly.

The furry little creatures finished that tiny sip of wine in no time.

The glasses were quickly licked clean, leaving not a trace of alcohol residue.

Nibote lost control of his movements, and his long, sharp fangs struck the golden cup, denting it.

It didn't seem to feel any discomfort in its teeth at all. It rolled over, lay on its back, and looked at Xie Juanhan and Telingewei with a dreamy expression.

Xie Juanhan had already taken a sip of wine.

No one had ever told him what the characteristics of a level three magic wine were, but at this moment he was certain that the wine in the glass was indeed a level three magic wine.

Not to mention that the moment the wine entered his mouth, it dispersed into an enticing mist that enveloped him entirely;

It doesn't even mention the incredibly delicious taste, from the first sensation upon entry to the final aftertaste;

Not to mention the blissful feeling it brings;

The sheer amount of pure Magic Power that rapidly spread throughout his body, cleansing and purifying every inch of it, was enough for Xie Juanhan to accurately identify that it was indeed a level three magic wine.

Xie Juanhan held the cup and looked inside; he had a strange feeling.

This isn't even wine; it's a liquid version of magical Elemental Crystal.

However, it is not a specific magical element such as wind, water, or earth, but a chaotic aggregate of Magic Power.

Indeed, as a living being, only such tangible, material shocks can bring the most intense and delicious enjoyment.

Xie Juanhan squinted.

Magic wine is not just food; it is one of the easiest forms of energy to consume.

That's a really nice magic wine.

No wonder so many creatures are willing to exchange large amounts of Demonic Core for it.

It's much easier to absorb than Demonic Core.

Demonic Core require multiple extractions and conversions, but this doesn't; it can be absorbed simply by drinking it.

In the past, when tasting wine, Xie Juanhan and his friends always had a lot of words to describe a wine, Harper and his friends would always chime in with their opinions.

This time, no one said a word.

Xie Juanhan and Telingewei did not comment.

Harper and the others didn't make a sound either.

They were all impressed.

Harper and the others were completely overwhelmed by the Magic Power and were utterly unable to offer any opinion.

They didn't even make a sound, just wagged their tails contentedly.

Xie Juanhan downed a whole glass of level-three magic wine, its rich aroma filling the air as he picked up Moli: "Let's stop drinking here for today."

They need to properly digest this Magic Power so that Magic Power can help repair and mend their bodies.

Telingewei also picked up Harper and the others, following behind Xie Juanhan: "They can only drink one cup a day at most; drinking more would be a waste."

Xie Juanhan: "Yes."

After saying that, Xie Juanhan added, "However, in the next few years, we should be able to drink these delicious and beneficial level-three magic wines every day."

Telingewei's voice was equally cheerful. "Hmm."

The two dragons carried the furry creatures to the study to rest, and at that moment they couldn't resist getting close to each other and giving each other a kiss.

Moli was in Xie Juanhan's arms, his thick wolf claws dangling to the ground as he was dragged along.

Harper, Haxi, and Habi nestled in Telingewei's arms, their pointed ears brushing against Telingewei's chest.

When the two dragons got closer, the furry creatures were squeezed together, making Harper and the others chirp.

Xie Juanhan looked down and apologized with a half-hearted smile, "Sorry, I bumped into you."

Harper and the others weren't angry at all; they just wagged their tails slightly and chirped.

Even after they entered the study, the furry creatures still huddled together.

They feel safer huddled together with their furry bodies, slightly pressed down by each other's weight.

The furry creatures had fallen asleep, Xie Juanhan pulled Telingewei along, intending to take a nap.

In the summer, they usually get up very early to finish their work in the forest and fields, and by the afternoon there's not much left to do.

Xie Juanhan usually reads a book for a while, takes a nap, and plays with the furry animals until dinner in the evening.

Today, they have plenty of time to take a long and pleasant nap.

Telingewei said, "I need to go to Teme Port."

Xie Juanhan glanced outside. "Now? Can you still fly? Are you sure you won't wobble and stagger?"

Telingewei: "A small cup of magic wine won't hinder my actions much. I have an appointment with Boerman; I'm going to the Adventurers' Association today."

Do you want me to come with you?

"No need, you get some sleep, I'll be back this evening." Telingewei kissed Xie Juanhan's forehead. "Don't worry."

Telingewei usually keeps his promises.

If he's a large man, a small cup of magic wine wouldn't really hinder his movements.

Although Xie Juanhan was still a little worried, he agreed nonetheless.

Xie Juanhan roughly knew that Telingewei went to Teme Port to pick up a custom-made gift for him.

It's best not to go out with them at this time, lest you ruin the surprise Telingewei has prepared.

--There should be a sense of ritual between partners too.

Telingewei quickly transformed into a dragon and flew towards Teme Port.

Xie Juanhan yawned, pulled the covers over himself, and, fueled by the alcohol, fell into a deep sleep.

He thought he would see Telingewei when he woke up, but when he opened his eyes again, he was met with an unexpected creature.

==========Author's Note:=========

See you tonight!

Thanks to Mei for the rocket launcher; thanks to Ancient Spirit (*2), sleep, and Nanzhi for the landmines!

Chapter 173 [VIP]

As night falls, day and night begin to intersect.

At the edge of the forest, the moon hangs quietly atop the Cangshan Mountain.

The moon is almost full, but its light still cannot dispel the bluish-gray haze.

At that very moment, a small ball of light hopped and skipped out from the depths of the Magic Forest, through the spruce forest, through the pile of rocks, to the riverbank, and then little by little hopped towards Xie Juanhan's house.

The small orb of light seemed to be able to ignore physical entities.

A tall fence blocked the yard from entering, but without pausing, it leaped directly into the yard through a gap in the fence.

The Magic Wand Tree sensed the presence of the small ball of light almost immediately.

It turned its huge canopy, making a "whooshing" sound.

The little ball of light did not react to the warning from such a huge Magic Wand Tree.

Even its lively jumping amplitude remained unchanged.

The Magic Wand Tree pulled out its roots, attempting to intercept the small ball of light.

A huge, yellowish-brown tree root blocked the small ball of light.

Given the amplitude of the small ball of light's movement, it shouldn't have been able to leap over the tree roots at all.

However, in front of the small ball of light, the tree roots were as if they didn't exist; it simply darted through the roots and kept jumping inside.

The Magic Wand Tree grew anxious and emitted a low warning sound, "Chirp!"

The sound was like muffled thunder, but it still couldn't dispel the heavy darkness of the night.

The Magic Wand Tree couldn't even wake Harper and the others in the study, let alone stop the little ball of light.

The little ball of light hopped and skipped towards Xie Juanhan's room, crossed the door, and disappeared into the room.

The Magic Wand Tree uprooted itself and chased after Xie Juanhan, all the way to his doorstep.

It was losing control of the massive tree roots; the roots swung and turned towards the door.

The door was just an ordinary small wooden door, without any magic circle on it.

The roots of the Magic Wand Tree will crash into it, and even if they don't break the wooden door, they will force it open.

Unfortunately, nothing happened.

The roots of the Magic Wand Tree pierced through the solid wooden door and crashed into the room.

The Magic Wand Tree stood in the corridor, its canopy turning blankly.

It "saw" that the tall Magic Wand Tree in the yard was still growing in the same place.

The colors aren't as vibrant as before.

The twilight cast a grey hue over the Magic Wand Tree, making it appear lifeless.

The Magic Wand Tree then turned its trunk and peered into the room.

It is no longer in physical form; its canopy passes through the stone wall and the slate tiles without hindrance, extending into the room.

Inside the room, the little ball of light had already hopped and skipped onto the bed.

It bounced on Xie Juanhan's shoulder, as if trying to wake Xie Juanhan.

Xie Juanhan had drunk a level-three magic wine that afternoon.

The abundant Magic Power soothed all his fatigue, and he slept peacefully, his lips exceptionally red, his thick eyelashes casting a faint silhouette on his fair face, the shadow trembling with his quiet breathing.

The ball of light was completely unable to awaken Xie Juanhan.

The Magic Wand Tree remained rooted to the spot.

The little ball of light seemed very surprised as well, jumping on his shoulder, trying to make a bigger noise.

Just as the little ball of light trembled, trying to jump up again, it suddenly stopped jumping.

It seemed to be stuck to Xie Juanhan.

No matter how much it was stretched and pulled up like a dough ball, its bottom remained stuck to Xie Juanhan's shoulder, and he couldn't break free no matter what.

"Chirp chirp!" the little ball of light struggled to make a sound, its voice filled with anxiety.

Xie Juanhan did not wake up; its cries were as weak as the struggles of the Magic Wand Tree.

The Magic Wand Tree, which had been "staring" at the small ball of light, was now strangely in no hurry at all.

It stood in Xie Juanhan's room, watching the lively scene before it.

"Chirp chirp chirp!" The little ball of light chirped several times, its thin bulb trembling like a flickering flame in a fireplace.