Floating Island - Triple S Talent

"What about the others?" he asked curiously. He pulled out more nature crystals from his spatial ring. With a slight smile on his face, Lein started scattering the crystals across the entire tree trunk area.

Lein floated gracefully on his flying sword, moving above the panels he had just duplicated. With swift movements, he randomly threw the nature crystals, ensuring every corner of the tree trunk floor was covered with crystals.

The Guardian Panels began absorbing the crystals simultaneously. Bright light radiated from each orb atop the panels, creating a beautiful display resembling an aurora within the giant tree trunk. Lein watched everything with a satisfied expression.

"The process is truly extraordinary," he muttered, crossing his arms over his chest.

The room was now filled with the energy of nature crystals being absorbed by thousands of Guardian Panels. Lein, driven by high curiosity, continued to observe the progress, thinking about the next steps to harness this energy.

Your next journey awaits at empire

"Amazing... simply amazing..." Lein said with great satisfaction.

His eyes sparkled with pride that was hard to conceal. "How could I not think of this method earlier? Hhh..." He shook his head, feeling foolish.

For more than two days, he had managed to gather only 78 nature crystals—a painstaking effort that now felt pointless.

But after discovering this method, everything changed drastically. "At this rate, I can collect 10,000 nature crystals in 30 minutes... Hahaha!" Lein laughed heartily, his voice echoing in the large resource tree chamber.

There was euphoria in every note of his laughter. He knew that in no time, he would be able to elevate the Tree of Life Source to a much higher level.

Lein stood tall on his flying sword, his arms crossed behind his back. His eyes looked down at the thousands of Guardian Panels absorbing the nature crystals. White light radiated from each panel, flowing like rivers of energy moving endlessly. The sight was so breathtaking, it felt as if the universe itself was witnessing the birth of a new power.

"I must accelerate the development of this realm," Lein thought to himself.

To him, this resource tree was not merely a tool to strengthen himself but a path for the world under his protection. With the tree's level increasing, even ordinary humans without combat power would be able to access new energy sources to survive.

In a spacious room, a young man stood by the window with a worried expression. His slightly messy short hair contrasted with his dark eyes, reflecting the turmoil in his thoughts. In his hand, he held two small bottles containing a blue liquid. Within the liquid, tiny crystals shimmered softly as sunlight streamed through the window.

"God's Promotion Elixir..." he whispered bitterly. His voice was almost a murmur, but it carried deep emotion. His hand trembled slightly as he recalled how this item had ended up in his grasp.

Not long ago, Joy was merely a level 23 Tier-2 ruler, far from the pinnacle of power. However, after his official induction as a core member of the alliance, everything changed. He and Grace were summoned by Nita to the town hall.

At that time, the town hall looked magnificent, radiating an aura of formal tension. Its high ceiling was adorned with carvings depicting the alliance's history, while its white marble floor reflected every footstep, creating an echo that filled the space. In the center of the main hall, Nita stood waiting for them, her expression calm yet authoritative.

With a faint smile, Nita handed each of them a small black pouch. "As core members, your strength must not be weak," she said firmly. "You must become the backbone of the alliance."

Inside the pouch, Joy found treasures he had never dreamed of. High-grade energy crystals, rare materials, and astonishing artifacts—all provided to enhance their strength. However, the most significant items of all were the two small bottles containing blue liquid.

[God's Promotion Elixir] An elixir crafted from the blood of gods. Whoever drinks it will gain extraordinary benefits.

- Ability: Consuming this elixir will help anyone below the Emperor level advance by one full tier.

Joy looked at the bottles again. The blue liquid inside seemed to emit a cold aura, as if it possessed a life of its own. He knew this was something extraordinary.

"God's Promotion Elixir," he whispered, trying to grasp the significance of the item. The information about the elixir echoed in his mind. This elixir, made from the blood of gods, had the ability to elevate anyone below the Emperor level by a full tier.

But then, a wild idea began to shake his thoughts. "What if I had four?" He gripped the bottles tighter, his eyes narrowing as if formulating a possible plan.

Scenarios began to form in his mind, each one presenting both great opportunities and significant risks.

Not long after that thought crossed his mind, a chilling sensation crept into his heart. Joy shivered momentarily, then quickly dispelled the thought.n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om

He knew clearly that such thoughts were poison—not even worth entertaining.

"A fleeting thought is natural," he told himself. The God's Promotion Elixir indeed had incredible effects, but he couldn't let its temptation poison his loyalty.

"I will remain loyal to this alliance until death," he declared firmly. His voice was steady, as if he were convincing himself while simultaneously making a vow to something greater.

Although briefly tempted by a moment of greed, Joy realized how fortunate he was. The World Market Trade Alliance was an extraordinary place—not just because of its wealth but also because of its generosity in providing resources of such magnitude without additional demands.

"Hmm… I'll use it after a shower," Joy said, gazing out the window. His eyes fell on the beautiful garden below. Several gardeners were busy trimming the grass, while others carefully tended to the blooming flowers.

It wasn't just the resources that impressed him but also the other benefits he gained as a core member. The spacious and comfortable house, with its calming view, was something he had never imagined before.

Joy took a deep breath, letting himself enjoy the tranquil afternoon. It was his first day as a core member of the World Market Trade Alliance, and he felt like he was entering a new chapter in his life.

—

Elsewhere, a different atmosphere enveloped a bathroom. The shower water was still running, creating a rhythmic sound that mingled with the gentle splashing of water in the bathtub. A woman with wet hair sat soaking, her body nearly submerged in the abundant soap bubbles.

In her hand, Grace held two small bottles containing blue liquid. The dim light in the bathroom reflected the soft glow from the bottles, making them appear even more striking.