"Everything in the forest can be used by the envoy. The Lost Forest... will be the envoy's eternal support."
"The messenger only needs to...take care of the old man. If there is...danger in the future, just help the forest."
Shu Lao added in a hoarse voice.
His shadow became increasingly faint, but his somewhat chaotic eyes were full of expectation, waiting for Yun You's answer.
Shu Lao's sudden request was unexpected by Yun You, but it was also reasonable.
Shulao belongs to the alien plant, and his connection with the plane is even deeper than Yunyou imagined. He can even be said to be the only person in this plane who knows Yunyou's true identity.
To be honest, being able to use all the resources of the Lost Forest without destroying the forest, and even with the help of strange animals and plants in the forest, the reward given by Shu Lao is very generous.
As we all know, the Maze Forest is the most resource-rich exotic forest. What's more, the sixth-level Butterfly Emperor and Ghost Teng are definitely top-notch strength outside.
So this transaction is not a loss at all.
but,
[Meow, Xiaoyou, it’s a bit heavy to take care of a forest. ]
[Meow, although, our burden to save this broken plane seems to be heavier. ]
[Meow, but our task is not as troublesome as taking care of the forest. ]
The negative influence of energy in Han Qichuan's body has been controlled by Yuan Jing, and there is no need for Daju to suppress it anymore. At this moment, it came to Yunyou's side, heard Shu Lao's words, and expressed its opinions.
Judging from Daju's expression, you can guess that it actually disapproves.
Yun You sighed in her heart. She couldn't help Shu Lao look after the forest all the time.
She is an outsider and will return to her own world after her mission is completed.
Ask her to manage a forest, and she doesn't seem to be doing a very good job. She does not have enough prestige on this plane, and she is not lethal to humans.
Therefore, her final choice was the same as Daju.
"Sorry, Mr. Shu, I may not be qualified for this task. I can only try my best to help you watch the forest."
Yun You looked at the faint shadow in front of him with apologetic eyes.
Upon hearing Yun You's rejection, Shu Lao's eyes dimmed. In fact, when he made this request, he didn't have much hope in his heart.
"However, if you are willing to trust humans, you can actually choose to cooperate with the human base in the Lost Forest." Yun You's words suddenly changed.
After just a moment, Shu Lao smiled kindly and touched his gray beard, as if he had settled a worry.
It’s done.
"Then... I'll leave it to Messenger Yunyou for cooperation from now on." Shulao said to Yunyou.
Yun You nodded solemnly towards Shu Lao.
"Shu Lao, why do you trust humans so much?" Yun You suddenly asked.
Regardless of whether it is the previous timeline or this timeline, the Lost Forest has never chosen to stand on the opposite side of mankind.
Yunyou Xiaofeijiu had heard before that the rule of not actively harming humans in the Lost Forest was set by Grandpa Shu, that is, Shu Lao.
You must know that other exotic animals in the world are not so friendly to humans. Only the Lost Forest is an alien species.
"Yes... humans once caused the destruction of forest vegetation. Based on this alone, we seem to be unable to forgive humans." Shulao closed his eyes and said softly with a smile.
"But, every living thing is divided into good and bad... Human beings are the same... Messenger... Do you know? This place was a wilderness a long time ago, with only few trees..."
Shulao's voice was long and full of memories.
"It's humans who turned this place into a forest... So, we believe in humans."
"Humans once destroyed vegetation...but when they have someone to protect an area, the area can be restored very successfully...Haha, it is a fact that humans are the favored children of God."
"Also, actually I owe my life to humans."
"Just a few decades ago, I was seriously ill, and two little guys saved me."
Shu Lao smiled and spoke slowly.
"Through the conversation at that time, the two little guys said that they are botanists among you humans, who are dedicated to protecting our plants."
"At that time, they seemed to be about the same age as you are now. I wonder if so many years have passed and it's the end of the world. How are those two old friends?"
"I still remember them. One seems to be called Professor Lin and the other is called Professor Fang."
The two slightly familiar titles made Yun You feel a little nervous.
"Just because of this kindness, I still have to believe in humans... haha... cough."
The passage of life force made Shu Lao a little tired when he spoke at this moment. Yun You wanted to stop Shu Lao from continuing, but Shu Lao persisted with a smile on his face.
"There are humans who are trying to help us...we plants always have to give some response..."
"The world...it's not just humans who want it to be better...hey, hey, we do the same."
The dry leaves fell one by one, and the banyan tree on the top had no leaves at the moment. The old tree's voice was finally coming to an end.
"Shu Lao, do you want to see your former friend again?" Yun You asked.
Shu Lao shook his head slowly, his tone weak but kind: "It's not necessary... Messenger Yunyou, haha, I don't have time anymore..."
Although he was facing death, Shu Lao's voice was still cheerful and joyful.
"I believe... I will see the forest on my behalf in the future..."
Shu Lao slowly showed a kind smile.
"Butterfly Emperor, Ghost Teng, the forest will be left to you and the envoy from now on." Shulao said.
"good."
After recovering to the sixth level of strength, Butterfly Emperor and Guiteng were able to speak human words again, but their voices were choked when they answered Shu Lao's words.
Apparently they were upset that the old tree was leaving.
"Messenger... please." Shu Lao looked at Yun You again.
Yun You nodded silently.
Shu Lao closed his eyes with satisfaction, and all the leaves on the banyan tree fell together. Shu Lao's shadow turned into light dust and dispersed. All the strange beasts around him were crying, and the ghost vines were hanging down listlessly.
If Yun You had Da Ju's hearing, he would definitely be able to hear Ki Teng crying loudly.
In the banyan forest, all the leaves have fallen, leaving only dry branches, lifeless.
Suddenly a powerful energy burst out from the main trunk of the banyan forest, spreading from the center to the surroundings of the forest. It contained strong wood energy, which was very comfortable and healing.
Thousands of trees rejuvenate.
Starting from the grassland of the banyan forest, the once dead plants took on new life. The withered vegetation in the Misty Forest that had been blackened and eroded became green again.
This was Shu Lao's last gift to the Lost Forest. He used his last energy, the tenth-level peak energy, and even added his last bit of vitality that had not completely passed away, in exchange for the forest he once had.
(End of chapter)
