Duff, the most sensible among them, was named in the hope that this understanding sprite would enjoy great fortune rather than being overlooked due to its maturity.

Yakiang, with a robust character and physique, was not one for intellectual pursuits, but preferred to engage in labor.

A rather straightforward child, Jing Jing, the most contemplative of the sprites, possessed the advantage of intelligence and serenity.

Yet, this same intelligence led it to become entangled in internal strife due to the harsh environment of her past life, often appearing burdened by heavy thoughts.

As for Ling Pie Pie, the name was inspired by Isu Xi Han's exasperation with its antics.

This sprite was truly mischievous, belonging to the type that would cause chaos if left undisiplined.

When discussing merits, one cannot overlook the spirited essence of Pippy, reminiscent of an impulsive puppy, acting purely on instinct without a second thought, always ensuring its own comfort.

In this lifetime, Pippy seems to have tempered its exuberance considerably.

There are no signs of mischief.

Instead, it quietly imparts wisdom with remarkable poise.

Pippy suddenly sneezes, causing it to lose buoyancy and nearly sink while floating on the lake surface.

With a vigorous splash, it gasps for air, its body expanding once more.

Pippy flounders across the water until it reaches a small rocky island where it shakes off the droplets, sending sprays of water into the air, restoring its sleek, glossy black coat.

With keen eyes, it surveys its surroundings, moving stealthily and imbued with a sense of mischief.

News of the divine being summoning the spirits has spread, prompting all the little sprites to flock to the central sacred mountain, leaving the endless lake devoid of their presence.

The patrolling sprites have vanished, leaving an eerie stillness.

Truth be told, Pippy is drawn to this news as well.

It had once contemplated disregarding the dangers to approach the divine and await the chance for a touch of grace.

However, such opportunities are rare, and relinquishing this one could mean a grave fate for Lulu, whose survival remains uncertain.

Peering around, it whispers, "Lolu, everyone is gone.

Let us depart.

I will lead you to the divine being.

" The luminescent willow tree sways, and soon its roots rise, transforming into a young girl with leafy green hair.

She stands about a meter tall, her limbs delicate like lotus stems with a soft brown complexion and green eyes that gleam brighter than the glowing mushrooms nearby.

Pippy, I do not wish to leave, she protests.

But if you stay, you will starve.

There is no food here, and you're growing weaker, Pippy replies.

We must seek the divine being.

This is a sprite of the luminescent willow tree, also known as a tree spirit.

The library contains various names for such creatures.

Yet Pippy simply knows her as Lulu, a friend.

The reason for their current stealth is that Lulu cannot be discovered by other spirits.

She has consumed something forbidden, transforming into a sprite, and Pippy is uncertain of the consequences once Jing Jing becomes aware of this.

On a previous occasion, Defu and Jing Jing had arrived in a flurry of concern with Jing Jing explaining the terrifying void monsters lurking beyond the divine realm, followed by an informative discourse.

It was then that Pippy realized it had inadvertently ingested a poisonous substance.

The delicious sour and spicy fish it had relished was in fact the infamous void monster, a creature documented as toxic and harmful.

For a time, it feared it would succumb to poisoning.

silently drafting farewell notes for itself and Air Chong.

Yet, after an extended period, nothing dire transpired.

Recently, Pippy noticed Lulu undergoing a transformation into a sprite.

After much contemplation, it became clear that Lulu's metamorphosis was a result of Pippy's vigilant consumption of numerous void monsters at the cave's entrance.

Indeed, it was the void monsters that Lulu had vanquished.

Lulu was once a luminescent plant, possessing a faint semblance of intelligence, but not much more.

Lingpip discovered this idyllic haven and made a nest beneath the willow tree, visiting daily and nightly.

Upon awakening, he would engage in conversation with the willow.

Ling Pip possessed the ability to speak the divine language, and as their dialogues unfolded, the willow learned quite a bit, and thus they became friends.

Occasionally, Ling Pip would share stories from the books he borrowed from the library, and gradually the willow flourished and became increasingly intelligent.

One day, the winds rose and the clouds gathered ominously.

Chapter 55.

The turmoil of Leoli Leoli discovered a peculiar opening at the edge of the divine realm, from which emerged several flying fish, exuding an unfamiliar aura that did not belong to this world.

With a few branches, she reached out only to find the fish lifeless as she tentatively absorbed their essence.

A thrilling energy swirled within her, enhancing her intellect and fortitude.

She remained by the opening, consuming numerous fish.

Each time a new one would enter, she would dispatch it and partake of its flesh.

During this process, her branches suffered, leaving many leaves withered from the act of striking the fish.

Gradually, the influx of fish diminished, and she consumed until sad, stockpiling the remainder as provisions when the spirit Pippy came to rest.

Lei generously shared the fish with her dear friend.

It was a delightful treat, both exhilarating and savory, and it promised to enhance one's cleverness.

As Leoli gazed at the spirit Pippy before her, it insisted on taking her away from this small island to seek an audience with the divine master.

Leoli had never encountered such a deity and felt a surge of fear.

She recalled the ominous words of Ling Jing Jing, who warned that the void creatures bore an inescapable poison, leading to the execution or exile of any afflicted being from the divine kingdom.

She had consumed forbidden sustenance, transforming into a flawed sprite, unworthy of dwelling in this sacred realm.

Reluctant to leave, she had been rooted here since her inception.

a luminescent willow tree that cherished this world.

Despite its origin on a barren stone that constituted her entire existence.

As for Pippy's concerns about the lack of food and the threat of starvation, Lily pondered why such matters should trouble her.

Being a tree, why should she fret about sustenance? After her transformation, Pippy seemed stubbornly convinced that she, like other sprites, required food and water.

Her fear prevented her from manifesting before the other little sprites, rendering her unable to seek nourishment, thereby risking starvation.

At times, Lely found it difficult to comprehend Pippy's thoughts.

As she recalled Pippy being more astute than herself, the young girl shook her head, declaring, "I do not wish to leave.

I have grown accustomed to being here.

I love where I am.

Please do not concern yourself with me.

You are quite bothersome.

" Pippy, resolute in her intention to confront the dilemma, was troubled by the fear of being cast out from the divine realm which incited Leoli Zire.

In her obstinacy, Leoli's words turned brusk.

Pippy stood frozen in place and after a prolonged silence appeared somewhat vexed as she retorted, "Very well, then I shall seek the divine master at top the sacred mountain and will not waste time worrying about you.

" With that, she spun around, retracting her four claws, and rolled away, forsaking her usual grace, propelled by irritation as she departed from the water's surface, fully disregarding her distaste for the sensation of being submerged.

Upon reaching the base of the sacred mountain, Pippy observed the dispersing mini sprites, realizing she had missed the opportunity to engage with the divine master.

A wave of sadness engulfed her as she lamented the lost chance to seek the deity s favor.

while fretting over her friend who had outright rejected her.

Why couldn't T? Lei recognized the divine master as benevolence.

In her heart, Pippy thought, "Lei is a fool.

I shall no longer be her friend.

" Lulu had grown accustomed to being a tree, never pondering the mundane necessities of eating and sleeping.

However, upon transforming into a tree spirit, her essence evolved, and she was no longer an ordinary tree.

Bethereal energy in the air could barely sustain her needs, and without sustenance, she would gradually weaken.

This perplexing reality eluded her understanding.

Yet, she felt compelled to express it.

Ling Pippy, deeply entrenched in the stone wall, felt increasingly agrieved.

Recalling how long it had been since she last saw the divine being, and the sorrow welled up within her, she wept inconsolably, as if responding to her cries.

Someone nearby wondered who the distressed little creature could be.

Susie Han, her ears perked, turned towards the direction of a lament, seemingly southwest.

At that moment, she stood on the plains outside the elven city, accompanied by a host of little spirits.

Before her loomed the majestic structures under divine influence that were still under construction, she was engaged in the creation of special edififices, the ancient pasture and the starry fishing ground.

Unlike in the game where one merely clicks to construct within the divine realm, this endeavor required human effort for sight selection and construction in the distance.

The faint sound of crying reached Sue Xihan's ears, prompting her to glance towards the source of the sorrow.

Sier beside her perked up his ears.

It seems to be Lord Pippy lamenting over having missed the divine being affectionate touch.

he remarked.