As they walked through the spacious streets of the Wooden Capital, they noticed that the ground was neatly paved, no longer chaotic and uneven.
Around them, tall treefolk strode about, their imposing figures hard to miss. Occasionally, members of the Sword and Shield Clan could be seen transporting various resources, including basic stone chips, wood vines, meteorite fragments salvaged from the Insect Star, and even some recyclable space debris, all being delivered to the area.
Entering deeper into the city revealed an orderly and well-organized structure. There were designated areas for cultivating seeds and plants to produce fruits and vegetables, and zones where treefolk hunters stationed themselves along the outskirts of the Wooden Capital.
However, what shocked the two tribes the most was the presence of a massive weapon on the city walls: the Precision Wooden Ballista.
This colossal ballista was crafted from a unique type of sacred wood native to the Sacred Wood Elven planet, called Precision Wood, and personally nurtured by Aurora using her powers. It was something completely exclusive to Bai Ze's planet.
When fitted with tough, highly elastic wood vines, the ballista could launch massive bolts with power comparable to high-tech artillery. While it lacked explosive capabilities, its devastating single-target damage made it a force to be reckoned with.
"What an incredible weapon! I've never even imagined something like this before," one of the angels exclaimed.
"And what is this? I've never seen anything like it either! It's so fascinating!" said a wind elf, her curiosity fully piqued.
The angels and wind elves were awestruck as they explored the city, marveling at every detail, their excitement palpable. After all, compared to the Sacred Wood Elves, the two tribes were like primitive tribespeople encountering advanced civilization for the first time.
The Forest Dragon, carrying them on her back, maintained a calm and dignified exterior, but internally, she was equally stunned by what she saw. Suddenly, as if inspired, the dragon turned her head toward Aurora.
"Your Excellency," she said, her voice solemn. "This tour has truly been an eye-opening experience for us. We are deeply honored to witness such marvels and to receive so many gifts from our Father God."
She paused for a moment before continuing, her tone becoming even more serious. "Thus, I wish to offer a gift in return something of great value to me."
The Forest Dragon's rare display of earnestness immediately drew everyone's attention. Even Bai Ze and Xia Yinyue, who had been playfully sparring nearby, stopped what they were doing to watch.
"A gift?" Aurora tilted her head slightly in curiosity.
"Indeed!" the Forest Dragon confirmed. "This is one of my most precious possessions, and it is perfectly suited for you, Your Excellency. I only hope you will not find it unworthy."
Her tone carried an air of formality and reverence.
Aurora smiled and replied gently, "I understand."
Without further ado, Aurora gracefully leaped from the Forest Dragon's back, landing lightly on the ground. The dragon wasted no time. With a mighty flap of her wings, she soared into the sky, letting out a thunderous roar as she sped away.
The onlookers, including the two tribes, exchanged puzzled looks, unsure of what the Forest Dragon could consider a "precious gift."
"She doesn't even have her kind. What could she possibly have to give?" one wind elf muttered.
"It's not like she's a hoarder of treasures. She's practically broke!" an angel added.
Meanwhile, Bai Ze turned to Xia Yinyue, curiosity evident on his face. "Do you have a gift for me too?"
Xia Yinyue frowned slightly, deep in thought, before replying, "I guess you could say that. Think of it as my return gift. Just don't despise it."
"A gift from you? How could I possibly despise it?" Bai Ze smiled warmly, his curiosity now piqued.
It wasn't long before the Forest Dragon returned. With her incredible speed, she crossed dimensions in a matter of moments, landing gracefully in front of the group.
Aurora, ever observant, noticed that the Forest Dragon's mouth seemed oddly full as if she were holding something inside.
"She's back! But what's that in her mouth?" one of the angels wondered aloud.
Under the watchful eyes of all present, the Forest Dragon lowered her head until it was almost touching the ground. She then opened her enormous maw, revealing a dazzling green light emanating from within.
The light radiated an intensely pure wood energy, brimming with vitality, like the sprouting of a new seedling breaking through the soil.
Simultaneously, Bai Ze activated his Divine Vision, and a series of system prompts appeared in his mind.
Ding! Divine Vision has detected a special object...
Ding! Scan complete!
Object Name: Forest Dragon Egg
Hatching Status: Energy abundant, incubation ongoing.
Description: A pureblood Green Dragon egg laid by the Forest Dragon. Once hatched, it will yield a young pureblood Green Dragon.
Special Note: The environment's energy significantly influences the development of unhatched creatures. The Green Dragon egg's potential is immense, and mutations may occur under unique conditions.
Bai Ze's eyes widened in astonishment. From the Forest Dragon's mouth rolled a massive egg, deep green and intricately patterned like a miniature forest. Its surface radiated an awe-inspiring purity of wood energy.
"Whoa! Turns out she's a mother dragon! Never would've guessed!" Bai Ze exclaimed, his surprise evident.
He turned to Xia Yinyue and asked, "Yinyue, is this the gift you were talking about? A dragon egg?"
Xia Yinyue hesitated, her expression slightly downcast. "It's not much... I know you probably don't think much of it."
"No, no, no!" Bai Ze quickly interjected, shaking his head. "That's not what I meant at all."
A pureblood Green Dragon egg a species with such incredible potential was a treasure beyond measure. Bai Ze couldn't believe his luck.
More importantly, the system's note suggested that the egg's development could be influenced by its environment, opening the door to endless possibilities. In the rich, wood-energy-dense environment of his planet, this egg could potentially produce a dragon far surpassing the Forest Dragon herself.
Who would ever complain about having a stronger creature under their command? The stronger, the better!
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