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Chapter 28: Retrieving the Seed of Destiny

Chapter 28: Retrieving the Seed of Destiny

"The Life Pouch incubates ordinary plant seeds into seeds of destiny."

"The seeds of destiny establish a covenant connection with tribal warriors. They can continuously absorb primal energy to grow and advance as the warrior breaks through."

"The vitality of the seeds of destiny is stronger than that of ordinary plants, and they can even break the rules of natural growth. Ordinary Xun Grass is an annual herbaceous plant, only capable of flowering and seeding once in its lifetime. However, the Xun Grass seed of destiny can break free from these constraints, surviving for many years and flowering multiple times."

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Bambu and Fáncù Bān Máo were busy at work.

Meanwhile, Pútáo stood on the black giant rock, overseeing and explaining the knowledge about the seeds of destiny.

Fáncù Bān Máo asked curiously, "Pútáo, can covering dried grass leaves really withstand the severe cold of winter?"

"This method was taught to me by Ma Yu. When I was still a junior warrior, the seeds of destiny I stored accidentally sprouted due to moisture, so I had to sow them in the autumn. I used the method taught by Ma Yu to help the weak seedlings of destiny survive the harsh winter."

Pútáo continued, "Fáncù Bān Máo, haven't you noticed? When you line the nest with dry leaves in winter, the nest becomes warmer."

Fáncù Bān Máo, puzzled, replied, "Really? Then I must try it this year."

Bambu, after some thought, understood the principle: the fermentation process of decomposing dry leaves by fungi releases heat energy. Additionally, the high-pressure core environment of the planet constantly radiates thermal energy to the surface. Frost in winter descends from above, covering the grass leaves, not only preventing the dissipation of underground heat but also blocking cold air from seeping underground, forming a barrier against temperature fluctuations.

With these three effects combined, the goal of keeping warm and warding off the cold was achieved.

After half a day of work, the insulation layer was finally completed.

Whether the Xun Grass seedling could survive ultimately depended on luck.

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Having finished their tasks, Bambu began to move the rocks blocking the entrance of the nest and dig out the soil blocking the passage, then crawled into the nest.

Both seedlings of destiny and the Xun Grass seed were safely stored.

The Xun Grass seed could be saved for later consumption when there was time.

Bambu moved the two seedlings of destiny out.

The Sunfruit seed of destiny was brownish-brown, round, and glossy, full of vitality. This was a very successful seed of destiny. When seeds of this type were sown, the resulting plants would be even stronger.

"What kind of seed is this?"

"Bambu, you said you incubated two seeds of destiny for Xun Grass. Is this the other one?"

Pútáo and Fáncù Bān Máo's attention was completely drawn to the other grass seed reflecting a purple-gold metallic luster.

Seed of Divine Bestowal incubated seeds of destiny had a distinctive appearance and contained a significantly different vitality from ordinary seeds of destiny. The aura of primal energy was denser, and the vitality was more vigorous.

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Fáncù Bān Máo's breath became rapid, almost incredulously saying, "Pútáo, if my inherited memories are correct, this should be a Seed of Divine Bestowal, right?"

"Inherited memories will not be wrong," Pútáo said solemnly, staring at the seed held between Bambu's toes, gently tapping it, "Correct, I recognize it, it's a Seed of Divine Bestowal!"

After Pútáo finished speaking, his tone became more certain, "I once accompanied Mountain Lord Tie Dao to visit Princess Chi Jian. I remember the unique aura of the Seed of Divine Bestowal. There is no mistake!"

Bambu's heart stirred: from their tone, could it be that Princess Chi Jian also possessed a Seed of Divine Bestowal?

Pútáo then asked, "Bambu, is this Seed of Divine Bestowal the Xun Grass seed?"

"Yes."

Bambu nodded with his antennae, giving an affirmative answer.

Fáncù Bān Máo shook his antennae slightly with a hint of disappointment, saying, "It's a pity, it's ultimately just Xun Grass, and the future growth prospects of herbaceous plants are limited. I've seen Princess Chi Jian's Seed of Divine Bestowal; it's a Chi Jian tree that has grown for over 200 years, tall and majestic, with red veins emitting a dazzling light like flames, magnificent and stunning."

Fáncù Bān Máo's tone became eager, "Princess Chi Jian spares no effort or expense to nurture the Seed of Divine Bestowal, and in return, the Seed of Divine Bestowal has also contributed to Princess Chi Jian's wealth and power."

"Princess Chi Jian is one of the most respected princesses in our Chi Ruan tribe, and she is most likely to be promoted to queen!"

Bambu understood that Princess Chi Jian not only possessed a Seed of Divine Bestowal but also a Chi Jian tree, considered a precious species.

Fáncù Bān Máo was also excited, staring at the purple-gold grass seed held by Bambu's toes. His wings involuntarily fluttered, and his antennae waved randomly, saying, "Ma Yu told me that many princesses possess Seeds of Divine Bestowal. I've always wondered, does having a Seed of Divine Bestowal guarantee promotion to princess?"

Pútáo said, "Having a Seed of Divine Bestowal indeed greatly increases the probability of promotion to princess."

Fáncù Bān Máo became even more excited, saying, "So, does that mean Bambu has a great chance of becoming a princess in the future?"

Pútáo shook his antennae and said, "The future prospects of Xun Grass are too poor. I have never heard of anyone finding a Seed of Divine Bestowal condensed from herbaceous plants. Without precedent, it's hard to determine the specifics."

Pútáo stared at the purple-gold grass seed, then said with great certainty, "After all, it is a Seed of Divine Bestowal, it must have extraordinary qualities that ordinary seeds of destiny lack! Consuming seeds condensed from Seeds of Divine Bestowal can provide benefits that ordinary seeds of destiny cannot."

Fáncù Bān Máo said, "Bambu, you must grow quickly, learn to survive independently, find a suitable territory, and sow the Seed of Divine Bestowal next spring!"

"Okay."

Bambu nodded his antennae.

Fáncù Bān Máo, with a touch of shamelessness, said, "As your elder, when the Seed of Divine Bestowal is produced in the future, remember to share a little with me to taste, okay?"

"Okay."

Bambu continued to nod his antennae.

Fáncù Bān Máo spread his wings and said, "Let's go back now."

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The seeds of destiny were stored in the nest where Fáncù Bā

n Máo lived.

The storage method was simple: make a hole in the nut, remove the flesh inside, put the seed of destiny inside, then stuff it with dry fluff similar to cotton, and finally wrap it tightly with three layers of python skin, and finally press it with a giant rock.

Both Bambu and Fáncù Bān Máo cherished Pútáo's gift. After the seeds of destiny were properly placed, they followed Pútáo back to his territory.

After all the back-and-forth, it was already evening.

Pútáo was hospitable and arranged for Bambu and Fáncù Bān Máo to rest, while he went into the jungle alone to hunt various animals as food.

Bambu peeled open a cedar seed and carefully nibbled on it. It was good to have elders to rely on. In these past few days of growth, he had made progress equivalent to the previous half-month. Somehow, there was a sense of connection, and with the current quality of life, the next molting and evolution would come quickly.

Fáncù Bān Máo chatted with Pútáo about various topics, mostly about Pútáo's extraordinary experiences and knowledge about survival and cultivation.

Pútáo was born in the territory of Mountain Lord Tie Dao and had been a warrior of the Chi Ruan tribe for almost 20 years. He was the fourth warrior born in Mountain Lord Tie Dao's territory. He showed intelligence and diligence from a young age, was kind and friendly, and was deeply loved by Mountain Lord Tie Dao, often accompanying him on visits to nearby princesses and mountain lords.

As a result, Pútáo broadened his horizons, gained knowledge, and used it to manage his territory into the prosperous one it was today.

Bambu lay nearby, silent and attentive, listening attentively, gaining a lot of benefit, and gaining a general understanding of this world.

The most important piece of information he summarized was: he belonged to the Skyfire Firefly tribe, ruled by the Firefly Kingdom. The Skyfire Firefly tribe was ancient and powerful, occupying the most fertile land, with a strong foundation and many firefly kings. The Chi Ruan tribe was a newly born tribe, less than a thousand years old, located in the border wastelands, and currently, the highest achievement was only princess.