Gensokyo, I am a slime, everyone loves me

However, no matter how he looked at the withered tree in front of him, it was just an ordinary withered tree. If there was any difference, it could only be that its size was several times larger than the other cherry trees here.

He had thought it would be the kind of tree Youkai that emitted black and purple energy all over, with no grass growing around it.

Seemingly seeing Bai Luo's confusion, Yakumo Yukari explained:

“The Saigyou Ayakashi is currently in a sealed state. From its body to its soul, the power of death is completely suppressed, and not a single bit will leak out.”

Hearing this, Bai Luo was very puzzled.

“Since it's completely sealed, with your strength, destroying the Saigyou Ayakashi which won't resist should be no problem, right?”

“If it were just a bit tough, it naturally wouldn't be difficult for me.”

Yakumo Yukari shook her head, her purple eyes looking solemnly at the saigyou ayakashi tree Youkai.

“The problem is that the Saigyou Ayakashi has tenacious vitality and is extremely dangerous. Even a single branch, when not sealed, could bewitch people and induce death.”

Speaking of this, Yakumo Yukari's gaze turned to Bai Luo, with a subtle look in her eyes.

“And your devour ability happens to be able to restrain the Saigyou Ayakashi.”

“It can not only devour its body and energy, but also its soul body and characteristics together, annihilating it fundamentally.”

Hearing Yakumo Yukari's explanation, Youmu looked shocked. She lowered her head in disbelief and glanced at the Slime pillow in her arms.

Youmu had thought of various methods, but she really didn't expect that the Saigyou Ayakashi would be dealt with by “eating”.

One must know that even her full-power strike could only cut off a section of the Saigyou Ayakashi's branch, let alone resolve these troublesome characteristics.

Not only Youmu, but even Yuyuko was slightly surprised. She floated over and curiously sized up Bai Luo.

Being stared at by the three with strange and inexplicable gazes, Bai Luo suddenly shivered.

“Stop looking at me, let's get back to the main topic. What should we do now?”

“Wait.”

Yakumo Yukari raised her eyes to look at the Saigyou Ayakashi, her eyebrows slightly raised.

“Although the saigyou ayakashi tree has been completely sealed, there is still a remnant consciousness. However, every day at the hour of Wei, it will completely shut down its last trace of consciousness.”

“At this time, it will be the best opportunity for us to act. To be safe, I will add another layer of Boundary power. You can just devour it directly then.”

Bai Luo nodded, indicating he understood.

Time passed by minute by minute.

Although Yakumo Yukari said it was foolproof, Bai Luo still couldn't help but feel nervous.

After all, the attributes of the Saigyou Ayakashi sounded really intimidating.

“The time is almost here.”

Yakumo Yukari's voice pulled Bai Luo's thoughts back to reality. He immediately became fully alert.

“Are you ready?”

Bai Luo nodded solemnly: “Mm!”

“Then... let's begin!”

As soon as she finished speaking, Yakumo Yukari gently raised her hand, and layers of complex boundaries covered the Saigyou Ayakashi.

If the previous saigyou ayakashi tree was just an ordinary withered tree, then now, after being bolstered by several layers of seals, its aura had completely disappeared, as if even its existence had been thoroughly suppressed.

At the same time, Bai Luo quickly used Predator. Instantly, the blue sphere expanded a hundred times, engulfing the entire Saigyou Ayakashi like a huge cloth bag.

Since there was no resistance, Bai Luo easily swallowed the Saigyou Ayakashi into his stomach pouch.

【Saigyou Ayakashi tree analyzing—estimated three hours】

The Great Sage's prompt also sounded.

The entire process was simple and smooth.

Bai Luo grinned at the three of them, proudly revealing a set of white teeth.

“Done!”

Seeing his smiling appearance, everyone couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief.

But at this moment, a sudden change occurred.

Without any warning, Bai Luo's body suddenly swayed twice, then his vision went dark, and he fell straight down.

71

Chapter 71 Collapse Value +20%

【Evolution Value 69%】

【Collapse Value 81%】

As soon as Bai Luo woke up, the Great Sage immediately explained the current situation to him.

He had been unconscious for two full days.

Because the seal was also decomposed during the analysis, the saigyou ayakashi tree awoke and broke through the seal.

Predator's devour ability made the Saigyou Ayakashi feel the aura of death for the first time in a true sense.

Facing the fear of death, it fought desperately, not only forcibly driving all its energy but also releasing all the souls it had devoured over three thousand years.

If Bai Luo were a bit stronger, capable of reaching Yakumo Ran's strength, with Predator's ability, the moment the Saigyou Ayakashi was swallowed into the stomach pouch, its death would have been declared, and it would have been impossible to cause any disturbance.

The moment Bai Luo lost consciousness, the Great Sage immediately took over his body.

Stopped other tasks.

Allocated all functions to Predator, and even used the control over the great barrier obtained from Reimu.

“The Collapse Value increased by twenty percent, huh...”

Bai Luo's heart immediately sank to the bottom.

He lay on the bed, feeling weak all over, pressing his lower lip tightly, and quietly gazing at the ceiling.

After more than ten seconds, he softly asked: “Great Sage, tell me, can I still see the snow in Fantasy Land?”

【...Yes】

Listening to the Great Sage's uncertain tone, Bai Luo smiled, sat up, and looked out the window.

“I knew I've been having bad luck lately. Even the luck effect couldn't fix it. It's just terrible luck.”

“I should have known not to make a promise with A-San about seeing the snow together next winter. The violator won't be able to drink milk tea for a lifetime, you know.”

Bai Luo's tone carried a hint of regret.

“Young Master Bai, are you awake?”

Youmu seemed to have heard the movement in the room and gently knocked on the door.

Bai Luo took a deep breath, trying his best to hide the bitterness in his eyes, and returned to his usual appearance.

He didn't intend to let Yuyuko and Youmu know about this matter.

Since the matter was already decided, telling them would only make them feel guilty and wouldn't serve any purpose.

“Come in.”

He said.

Youmu pushed the door open and quickly ran over, her face full of worry.

“Young Master Bai, do you feel uncomfortable anywhere right now?”

Bai Luo shook his head.

But Youmu still placed her hand on Bai Luo and carefully examined him before feeling relieved.

At the same time, Yuyuko and Yakumo Yukari also arrived. Yuyuko first let out a sigh of relief, then floated over and said to Bai Luo:

“You scared me to death, Xiao Bai Luo. Why did you suddenly faint? It made me think... I thought you were going to die.”

“Purple, she really likes you. If you were to die, she would be very sad... Wuwu...”

Before Yuyuko could finish speaking, she was interrupted by a flick on the head from Yakumo Yukari, which hurt so much that she covered her head, her eyes teary.

Yakumo Yukari sat by the bed and asked softly: “Are you really okay? Do you feel uncomfortable anywhere?”

“Purple Old Woman, why are you suddenly so gentle? It's so strange, not like you at all.”

Bai Luo's small face looked strange. He muttered a sentence in disdain, causing Yakumo Yukari's mouth to twitch, almost wanting to hit him again.

“Alright, no more jokes.”

Bai Luo waved his hand, his small face full of pride. “Didn't I tell you? There's nothing my Predator can't devour. Fainting was just indigestion from eating too fast.”

Saying this, he even put on a look of wanting more.

Yakumo Yukari was helpless for a moment. She reached out and gently flicked his forehead.

“These past two days, Yuyuko and Youmu were terribly worried. Yuyuko didn't even eat the ready-made meal; it's still in the kitchen. Youmu stayed by your bed these two days, not leaving for a moment.”

Speaking of this, Yakumo Yukari seemed to remember something and looked at Youmu next to her with a hint of teasing.

“Youmu even changed your clothes herself~”

Bai Luo was stunned for a moment. He turned his head and looked at himself, only then realizing he had changed his clothes.

“No! I just had the Half-Spirit help me change.”

Being stared at by those pure golden eyes, Youmu's cheeks were red, and she explained in a panic.

Fortunately, Bai Luo didn't say much.

He slightly lowered his eyes and thought for a moment, then raised his head again to look at Yakumo Yukari and asked: “When are we going back? I originally made plans with that Princess Moron to play games together, and now I'm late.”

“No rush,”

Yakumo Yukari waved her hand indifferently.

“Anyway, you're already two days late. Let her wait a bit longer.”

Then, Yakumo Yukari instructed Youmu: “Cook all the ingredients in the kitchen. We'll celebrate today.”

“Okay.”

Youmu obediently replied and immediately ran out to prepare the celebration feast. Yuyuko also floated out afterwards.

Only Yakumo Yukari and Bai Luo were left in the room.

Not until the door was completely closed and the sound of footsteps faded away did Yakumo Yukari put away her smile and gaze at Bai Luo, asking: “Are you sure you're really okay?”

Bai Luo was about to nod, but a slender, fair hand pinched his chin, forcing him to meet those suspicious purple eyes.

“You can't hide it from me. As the Youkai Sage, I'm best at seeing through people's hearts. I can easily spot a flaw like yours, not to mention I sensed that the great barrier was also used by you. Hurry up and confess honestly.”

Bai Luo was silent for a moment, finally sighing as if admitting defeat, and then told Yakumo Yukari everything about the Evolution Value and Collapse Value.

After listening, Yakumo Yukari did not speak for a long time.

After a long while, she slowly opened her mouth: “Why didn't you tell me about this sooner?”

Although her tone was accusatory, her emotions at the moment could be seen from her clenched fingers, trembling shoulders, and tightly pressed lips.

“Things were going smoothly before. How could I know there would be so many accidents?”

Bai Luo spread his hands, with a rather indifferent posture.

Her heart felt as if it had been pricked by a needle.

Yakumo Yukari's breath hitched, and a wave of anger surged in her heart. However, the next moment, Bai Luo's following words caused her body to suddenly freeze.

“What's more, I don't want to make you sad.”

Bai Luo lowered his head and softly murmured: “During this time, I also tried indirectly looking for things like the ender egg that could increase the Evolution Value, but I didn't find any.”

“Since telling you wouldn't change the result, it's better not to say anything and let you feel more at ease.”

Saying this, Bai Luo raised his head, pressing his lower lip.

“Can you promise me not to tell anyone else? I don't want to make them worry.”

Yakumo Yukari was startled. Bitterness and guilt surged in her heart. She took a deep breath and nodded in agreement.