Slime Immortal.

Chapter 144 Mysterious Relic
"Is this a magical organ?" he asked, somewhat curious.

Arthur nodded. "According to Lord Viola, this is the core of a pea pod that has been mutated by chaotic magic within the territory. After being roasted, it tastes... not bad, with a peculiar caramel aroma."

"I'll try it."

Chen Yu's curiosity was piqued, and he reached out his gel-like hand, picked up a pea, and swallowed it into the gel.

The pea skins were quickly broken down by digestive juices, and an extremely astringent, bitter taste instantly filled the air.

"Bah bah bah!"

This flavor is too strong; it's not as delicious as I imagined.

Chen Yu instantly understood why Arthur emphasized "cooking it thoroughly"—eating this thing raw was simply torture.

However, just as he was complaining, a notification appeared in his mind.

[Devour and Digestion Lv.6 → Lv.7]

[Devour and Digest Lv.7 Triggered - Magic Pea Pod Characteristics Recorded, Talent Developing (2/10)]

Chen Yu's eyes lit up instantly.

Plant monsters can actually be recorded!

In that instant, he seemed to see countless strange plant monsters waving enthusiastically at him.

He immediately adopted a serious posture and said to Arthur, "The goblin army is spreading plague and poisonous winds, endangering our allies. This behavior is despicable and shameless. It is our Slime Kingdom's duty to assist the Dryad territory in resisting our common threat!"

He changed the subject midway through his sentence, "Of course, necessary labor costs and material compensation are also the foundation for maintaining the alliance in the long run. Our monster army is mobilized, and security services are not cheap. This point must be made clear to Lord Viola."

After saying that, Chen Yu jumped onto Arthur's hand, ready to go with him personally.

Since there are a large number of monsters, the main body, which has a larger stomach capacity, must go there in person to eat more.

Arthur carefully placed his king on his shoulder armor, then stood up.

"Please rest assured, Your Majesty, Lord Viola has informed us in advance that she is willing to exchange the grain produced in the tree spirit territory for our security assistance, and has promised to give us priority in supplying it."

"The situation is urgent. The toxins are eroding the forest every moment. I will lead the team out now."

Soon, an elite army of monsters assembled at the training grounds of the swamp fortress.

Captain Beetroot led the way, followed by three hundred stinging bees and forty strong, elite beetles. Their broad carapaces not only held the cannon array talisman components and spare gray gravel crystals that had just been dismantled from the city wall, but also carried three metal slimes ready for battle.

As for food and provisions? There are plenty in the tree spirit territory; surely labor dispatch workers can't leave meals unprovided.

……

Roots Forest, the Edge.

Sunlight filtered through the treetops, casting its glow into the tranquil forest. Sparrows hopped among the branches, but were quickly startled and flew away by a group of uninvited guests who had intruded.

On a clearing at the edge of the forest stood a dozen goblin minions dressed in simple leather armor and holding rusty weapons. They were surrounding a goblin shaman who wore a feathered bone headdress and held a twisted wooden staff.

Opposite them stood the elven mage Iserlin and her elven squad.

The two sides appear to be engaged in a tense standoff at the edge of the forest.

"leave here."

Iselin's warning wasn't loud, but it carried a chilling aura.

"The Root Forest does not welcome the filth of goblins; this is the final warning."

The goblin shaman grinned, revealing jagged yellow teeth, and let out a grating "caw caw" laugh, responding in its broken common tongue.

"Leave? Elf, if you submit to our great goblin army, perhaps I can grant your request."

The henchmen behind him burst into laughter and brandished their weapons.

Iselin's eyes remained unchanged; she simply gripped her staff tightly.

"It seems that negotiations have failed."

"Failure? Never succeeded!"

The goblin shaman let out a strange cry and suddenly slammed his wooden staff heavily on the ground.

【Evil Magic Orb】

A dark purple energy wave instantly condensed and shot towards Iserline.

Iserlin was prepared; she leaped lightly backward while rapidly chanting beautiful Elvish incantations.

【Thorn Wall Protection】

A barrier made of tangled thorns and emerald light instantly appeared before her.

"Oh!"

The filthy orb struck the thorny barrier, exploding into a nauseating purplish-black mist. The corrosive energy hissed, but was firmly blocked by the forces of nature.

"Attack! Tear her apart!" the goblin shaman screamed in a fit of rage.

The goblin minions charged forward, howling.

But the elven squad moved faster; the ranger in the squad nimbly retreated while drawing his bow and nocking an arrow.

[Multiple Shots]

Three arrows imbued with the power of nature's punishment shot out in a triangular formation, accurately striking the throats of the three goblin minions at the front. They fell to the ground with screams of agony.

Entanglement Technique

Iselin chanted again, and the vines on the ground suddenly came to life, leaping out like green venomous snakes and tightly binding the other two goblins.

The battle broke out almost instantly and was nearing its end in a one-sided situation.

Seeing that things were not going well, the goblin shaman's face flashed with panic. It suddenly pulled out a handful of unknown powder and threw it into the air, while pointing its wooden staff at the ground.

"Go away!"

【Stinky Cloud Technique】

A thick plume of foul-smelling black smoke instantly billowed out, obscuring the view.

"Cough cough!" Iselin was forced back a step by the sudden stench of smoke and waved her hand to disperse the filth in front of her.

As the smoke dissipated, the goblin shaman had already scrambled away to escape, leaving only a few henchmen who were either entangled or terrified.

It glanced back and cried out shrilly, "Elves, you just wait! This forest will be ours sooner or later!"

After uttering those harsh words, it turned and disappeared into the deeper shadows of the jungle, fleeing in a sorry state.

Iselin did not pursue them; she quickly dealt with the remaining goblin minions, though her brow furrowed slightly.

The shaman's eyes and words before he fled made her feel uneasy.

Sure enough, not long after, the wind direction in the forest quietly changed.

A thin, pale purple mist, like an ominous veil, slowly drifted in from the direction the goblin shaman had fled.

The familiar smell of decay began to waft through the air, even stronger than before.

“The plague and poisonous winds…and they’re even stronger now.” Iselin’s expression darkened slightly.

The negotiations failed, and the goblin didn't even try to back down.

"Retreat! Retreat back to the Lintian defense line!"

She gave the order decisively, and at the same time, the elven ranger shot an arrow into the air with a sharp whistling sound.

[Warning Arrow]

Old Bloom and the Grimlins, who were driving away the mutated plants near the forest, heard the signal and saw the gradually spreading purple mist, and their expressions changed.

"Why is it never ending?"

If it weren't for the concern about setting a bad example for children, old Bloom would have loved to curse those damn green dwarfs.

"Children, back off!"

Old Bloom deftly flicked away a sprawling weed that was trying to entangle the sapling with its vines, his movements as practiced as if he were clearing weeds from his own vegetable garden.

Behind him, several Grimlins were frantically swatting at a large, rolling tuber that was trying to push open the fence with their tiny shovels.

Upon hearing his words, she quickly backed away, clutching the small shovel.

The elf team returned not far ahead.

[Natural Retribution]

The elven ranger drew his bow and shot an arrow, the light arrow precisely piercing the center of a "sleepy mushroom" cap that was trying to spray out paralyzing pollen, instantly purifying it into a wisp of smoke.

Iselin's gaze swept across the somewhat chaotic battlefield, and her cool voice rang out.

"Prioritize eliminating targets that are spreading spores, while the Treants will intercept the larger ones."

While Iserline was busy, Viola's annoyed voice echoed in her mind.

"These greens use such disgusting methods. They don't dare to actually invade. They just hide in the distance and pollute the air with their farts. My forest is almost stinking from the stench."

“Iserline, do you think that interesting slime lord in the Eastern Swamp will send someone to help? They seem to know how to deal with these ‘little things’.”

Entangled in thorns

Iselin had just pinned down a few jumping bean-like monsters when she heard this, and her movements paused almost imperceptibly.

"Knight Arthur has taken the message for help back. As for whether they will come, and in what way... I cannot predict."

She didn't dislike the bouncy slimes that exuded a natural aura; it was just that Arthur's undead identity made her wary.

However, after spending these days together, she found the spirit to be rather dull and lacking in cunning.

That's why I took the initiative to ask Lady Viola for help.

She didn't know whether the little slime lord was willing to help them.

Her thoughts wandered, but she quickly turned her attention back to the battle.

The battle in the forest wasn't particularly intense, but it was very grueling.

These contaminated monsters pose little threat individually, but like buzzing mosquitoes, once driven away, they quickly reappear from the contaminated corners, slowly but steadily eroding the boundaries of the forest and fields, causing very serious damage to the land.

They seemed endless, constantly appearing and troubling everyone.

Just then, the sound of steady but slightly hurried footsteps came from the woods.

A tall figure pierced through the thin poisonous fog, sweeping away a large number of monsters with his lance; it was Arthur and Chen Yu who had arrived.

Chen Yu squatted on his shoulder, his eyes seemingly sparkling as he saw the monsters scattered all over the ground.

This old-fashioned person really wasn't lying to him.

There are so many, so many monsters!

“Ms. Iserlyn, Mr. Bloom.”

Arthur returned to the group, nodded in greeting, and the soul fire in his eye sockets burned steadily.

"By order of the lord, I arrived ahead of time. The kingdom's army has already set off through the underground passage and is expected to arrive at the battlefield soon to be responsible for clearing out these troublesome monsters." His arrival invigorated everyone.

"An army? Are you referring to those formidable bees?" A bold Grimlin poked its head out from behind Bloom's legs, asking with curiosity and anticipation, remembering the disciplined swarms it had encountered last time.

“Yes, Captain Beetroot and his men will be in charge of the main cleanup operation,” Arthur confirmed.

He surveyed the battlefield. “The lord has instructed that you all simply hold the existing defensive lines and avoid friendly fire. The army will enter the battlefield directly from the pre-designated exits.”

“Thank you, Lord Slime, and Sir Arthur, for your generous help,” Iserline said, bowing.

Arthur's message brought a sliver of comfort, but the immediate troubles did not diminish immediately.

The monsters continued to surge forward tirelessly, and although they could not break through the defenses, they were constantly draining everyone's energy.

Fortunately, with the addition of Arthur, a top-tier fighter, the group was able to catch their breath and temporarily protect the forest.

Before Lin Tian, ​​Arthur stood like a rock that no waves could shake. With each swing of his lance, he burned away large numbers of monsters, clearing a clearing in front of him.

Some Grimlins who followed Chen Yu's instructions would quietly step forward to help retrieve the monster's corpse, peel off its magical organs one by one, and feed them to him.

"My lord, I've finished peeling it."

"Eat mine, eat mine."

The Grimlins seemed to treat feeding as a game of "whoever feeds more is more powerful," each waiting to feed the slime in their arms.

Chen Yu accepted everything offered and swallowed it all into his large belly, soon becoming stuffed.

[Devour and Digest Lv.7 triggered - Magic Pea Pod characteristics fully recorded, talent gained: Pea Shooting Lv.3]

[Devour and Digestion Lv.7 Triggered - Forest earthworm characteristics have been fully recorded, granting the talent: Repair Slime Lv.4]

[Devour and Digestion Lv.7 Triggered - Fertile Soil Fungus People's characteristics have been fully recorded, granting the talent: Soil Improvement Lv.4]

"Ah!"

Chen Yu suddenly sneezed, his body trembled, and a glob of gel shot out, sticking to a roaming Fertile Soil Fungus Man with a "smack".

It stood there blankly, seemingly wondering where this sticky gel came from, before being blasted away the next second.

Although the "Pea Shot" ability that Chen Yu gains isn't very powerful, it can be used in a clever way when combined with "Magic Explosion".

Just like the peas in the Peashooter explode.

The "repairing mucus" seems to be a versatile talent, as the secreted mucus is basically a universal glue that can bond wounds, stones, and wood.

Equipping them with medical bee soldiers would be a good idea.

As for "soil improvement," that's probably not some magical farming technique.

Wuhu, those few barren plots of land in his territory can be saved.

The group persevered for a period of time, until Bloom felt his old bones were about to fall apart and the Grimlins could barely swing their shovels anymore.

A deep, rhythmic hum came from the direction of the underground city entrance.

Then, squadrons of stinging bees flew over in an orderly fashion through the chaotic forest, quickly assembling into a tight battle formation in the air.

Closely following behind were strong beetles carrying supplies and equipment, and three metal slimes riding on the beetles.

"Finally here..." Bloom breathed a sigh of relief and wiped non-existent sweat from his forehead.

Iselin carefully observed this peculiar army, her eyes filled with scrutiny and curiosity.

Captain Beetroot flew to the front of the formation and silently issued a simple pheromone command.

The next moment, the swarm of bees moved!

They split into several small teams, like experienced cleaners, and precisely targeted the areas where monsters were most concentrated.

"Whoosh whoosh-!"

The dense barrage of poisonous stingers shot out like a storm, prioritizing the elimination of area-of-effect monsters that released spores and poisonous mists, as well as those attempting to burrow underground and damage tree roots.

"Boom! Boom! Boom!"

The small-scale explosion that occurs when the poison stinger hits its target effectively curbs the spread of the monsters, resulting in extremely high cleanup efficiency.

Captain Beetroot itself floats in the air, and the water droplets it condenses can always accurately find the energy core or joint of the monster, quietly disintegrating it from the inside.

The pressure on the elves, treants, and Bloom was visibly relieved; they were even able to step back a few paces and watch the swarm "clean up" the battlefield with astonishing efficiency.

"Tsk tsk tsk, those exploding stinging wasps are really efficient at their work." Bloom remarked, leaning on his pitchfork, his tone tinged with surprise and admiration.

Iselin glanced at them a few times, paying particular attention to the explosive stingers, before her gaze fell on the beetles behind her who were setting up a magic circle.

Compared to the stinging bees, she felt that the magic circle the beetles were setting up was more mysterious.

Viola's voice rang out at that moment.

"These guys are really good at their work, and the little lord is quite capable too."

"Iselin, be careful. Some of those green-skinned guys are probably going to be furious and will definitely continue to make moves."

……

In the distance of the forest, the goblin shaman, hidden in the shadows, frowned in displeasure.

"Tch... It's that damn slime again, always meddling in other people's business."

It muttered to itself, its eyes darting around, a sinister smile creeping across its face.

"You like cleaning, huh? Then I'll find you a bigger one to try your hand at."

It brandished its skull staff, chanting filthy incantations, and a large amount of poisonous mist gathered in its palm, eventually transforming into a dark green seed.

At first it hesitated, as if it was hurting its own wallet, but then it made up its mind and slammed the seed hard into the ground.

"Grush, nourish this sacred relic!"

The ground shook violently, the soil churned, and a giant carnivorous flower emitting a horrifying stench burst forth from the earth.

Its enormous flower, covered in spots and slime, resembles a twisted trumpet, its interior filled with barbs, while countless thick, thorny vines sway like tentacles.

This terrifying monster let out a silent spiritual roar, and moved its "legs" made of thick roots step by step toward the battlefield. Its enormous size and the evil aura it emitted immediately suppressed the bee swarm.

"In the name of Sedarian!"

Iserlyn's expression hardened, and she immediately raised her staff, as powerful natural energy began to gather on the gem on her staff.

Arthur, lance in hand, stood at the very front, blocking the way.

But slimes are faster than them.

Behind them, the artillery array had been assembled, and three metal slime gunners adjusted their angles and aimed at the enormous carnivorous plant.

The "Goblin Ripper" shimmered with starlight.

“Buzz—Boom!!”

A solid silver beam of light suddenly shot out, striking precisely the giant carnivorous plant's thorny maw.

With a deafening roar, the carnivorous plant's massive body jerked to a halt. A large hole exploded where it had been struck, sending shattered thorns and petals flying everywhere. It let out a painful roar, its movements noticeably slowed.

Before it could regain its footing, the second launch was imminent.

"boom!!"

Another blow slammed heavily onto its base.

This behemoth, though enormous, had pitifully weak defensive capabilities. It was about to collapse with a thud.

It suddenly roared to the sky, and roots rapidly grew from its base, plunging deep into the soil and lunging towards Lin Tian.

It clearly possesses some kind of rapid regeneration capability.

Iselin's gaze remained curiously fixed on the "Slime Gunner," but upon noticing the enemy's actions, she raised her staff and aimed it at the onrushing carnivorous plant.

【Moon Beam】

A beam of pure, cold, radiant energy shot out, illuminating the enormous flower of the man-eating plant.

"Zizzizi!"

The light pierced the petals, causing the giant man-eating flower to howl in pain. It twisted its limbs in a frenzy, unable to distinguish directions, and attacked haphazardly.

Under the control of the Slime Gunner, the Goblin Ripper continuously bombarded the Man-Eating Plant, precisely targeting the wounds scorched by the moonlight.

The moonlight seemed to have a growth-inhibiting effect, preventing the man-eating flower from growing wildly. The goblin ripper shattered its thick petals, exposing its core.

At the same time, Arthur strode forward, and a ghostly blue flame ignited on his lance.

There are no tricks, only pure strength.

With a flick of his arm, he released his lance, which, like a falling blue meteor, tore through the air with a sharp whistling sound and pierced precisely into the core of the man-eating flower.

"boom!!!"

The explosion was deafening.

A raging, eerie blue flame erupted from within, instantly tearing apart and engulfing the man-eating flower's deformed body.

The man-eating plant let out a shrill wail, its massive body convulsed violently, and then collapsed with a crash, turning into a pile of rapidly decaying organic remains.

The goblin shaman hiding in the distance widened his eyes upon seeing this scene.

What kind of garbage is this?!
It's alright that the magic circle is different from what the intelligence said, which only allows four shots to be fired.

Even with the help of those elves, the undead knight was able to tear the massive creature nurtured by the sacred object to pieces with sheer force—that's terrifying!
Could it be that the so-called Slime Lord is just a facade?
He was certainly not questioning the information that Lord Hammerbone had brought back... it's just that this undead knight was hiding very well and was very cautious, not showing himself at all.

That's right, that's it!
This undead knight is definitely the true master of the Eastern Swamp!

It felt a surge of secret intelligence about the Eastern Swamp and was secretly overjoyed.

With this intelligence, the commander of the Rifttooth Legion will surely reward it handsomely when we return.

With that thought in mind, it stopped wasting its magic and quietly disappeared into the depths of the forest, slipping away.

At the edge of the forest, the monster tide's offensive was quickly contained and disintegrated by the efficient and calm elimination by the bee swarm.

Grimlin, clutching his small wooden shovel, plopped down on the grass, wiping the sweat from his brow and exhaling slowly.

Once they realized that Lin Tian was being protected, they cheered with joy.

Some of the little ones even hugged and kissed the three metal slimes, as if to express their gratitude.

This made even the usually composed metal slime a little embarrassed.

Arthur retrieved his lance from the distant forest and, along the way, thoughtfully dug out the man-eating plant's magical organ to take back to his emperor.

The man-eating plant's magical organs are quite disproportionate to its enormous size, looking more like a tiny seed.

After Chen Yu swallowed it, it was digested in no time, but the panel that popped up this time was quite strange.

[Devour and Digestion Lv.7 Triggered - Recorded ??? Trait, Talent in Development (1/3).]

Ok?
What kind of monster is so mysterious that it doesn't even have a name?

(End of this chapter)