In coastal regions, the most dreaded natural disasters are undoubtedly tsunamis, earthquakes, and typhoons.Especially for towering high-rise buildings, violent shaking and the ravages of strong winds are undoubtedly key factors in their collapse.The Ancient Tree Logan stood upon was nearly three thousand meters tall. What kind of concept was this? It was equivalent to the height of over 1000 stories, more than three times the height of the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in his previous life.Coupled with its lush, leafy canopy, even with a developed root system as a stable base and numerous aerial roots for support,it would still be strongly affected by air currents.And this massive Ancient Tree was still growing upwards. It was not hard to imagine that one day in the future, it might even reach the jet stream, where wind speeds approach 30 meters per second, almost equivalent to facing a typhoon head-on.Although the Ancient Tree's material had changed after evolution, its toughness far exceeding steel, such an extreme environment was still a severe challenge for it.If a Kushala Daora could inhabit the tree and regulate the surrounding wind speed, the situation would undoubtedly improve greatly.The crimson fruit was placed before the Kushala Daora. Seeing this energy conglomerate, almost half the size of his own body, the originally dying Kushala Daora instantly regained his vitality.As if afraid Logan would go back on his word, he bit into the tough skin of the fruit. His alloy fangs tore at it with all his might, finally managing to rip open a small hole, then he plunged his head in and began to gobble it down.As the pulp, rich in concentrated energy and vitality, entered his stomach and was digested and absorbed by the Kushala Daora's body, the damaged steel skin underneath,flesh and blood tissue rapidly healed at a visible rate, continuously recovering.Soon, a huge indentation was eaten out of the fruit skin, and the Kushala Daora became increasingly spirited, standing up again from the ground. Feeling his body re-energized, he ate even more ferociously, like a hungry ghost reborn.Before long, this tree fruit, nearly 10 meters in diameter and resembling a rising sun, was reduced to only its skin and core.A large amount of energy and vitality could not be absorbed all at once, surging within the Kushala Daora's body, making him feel as if he had returned to his youth.This unprecedented excellent state made him feel that he could completely fight those Wyverns for another three hundred rounds. However, the still damaged wounds on his body brought him back to reality, and he respectfully lowered his head to Logan.Setting aside whether he could defeat those Wyverns, even if he won, they were just a bunch of subordinates; the stronger "main character" was still right in front of him.Judging from the intensity of the glowing cannon Logan first spat out, his own strength was clearly incomparable to those Wyverns. Coupled with the powerful close-combat ability brought by his enormous size, he probably wouldn't even last three moves.Thinking of this, the Kushala Daora immediately let out a cry like the clashing of metal, touching the ground with the brass-colored beak at the front of his mouth, revealing his long neck.Logan was not at all surprised by the Kushala Daora's reaction; the carrot and stick approach had always been an excellent and effective method for taming creatures.Moreover, Elder Dragons possess extremely high intelligence; they understand which choice is most beneficial to themselves.Logan waved his claw, signaling the Kushala Daora to get up, then he took him and ascended into the air, circling the giant Ancient Tree once.While flying, Logan introduced his various dependents to the Kushala Daora, and also introduced the Kushala Daora to the Wyverns and Felynes.After everyone knew that the other had become a companion, Logan let the Kushala Daora choose a suitable place to build a nest, while he himself returned to the treetop.Although the first, second, and third layers of the Ancient Tree from top to bottom were all vacant, the newly arrived Kushala Daora was very self-aware and did not rashly move in.Instead, he found an empty branch platform on the fourth layer and slowly descended.His enormous weight caused the branches, tens or even hundreds of meters thick, to tremble slightly. Fortunately, the Ancient Tree's material was special, and there were many aerial roots supporting it from below, otherwise, it would indeed be difficult to bear such weight.As luck would have it, the spot this Kushala Daora chose was precisely at the junction of the Rathalos and Astalos nests. Having just finished a fight, they poked their heads out, looked at each other, and let out loud roars.The Kushala Daora, caught in the middle, despite having lost the previous battle, was full of confidence due to his good condition after eating the tree fruit, and showed no sign of weakness.The noisy sounds reached above, making Logan feel a commotion, and he couldn't help but let out a low roar.The Wyverns and Kushala Daora below immediately shrank their necks, quickly hid themselves among the dense canopy, and dared not make any more noise.The upper layers of the Ancient Tree returned to tranquility, with only the whistling wind still sounding, condensing specks of white frost on the edges of the branches and leaves.However, not long after, a whirlwind, originating from who knows where, quietly merged into the surrounding air currents, subtly changing their direction, causing them to begin rotating around the outside of the canopy.As time passed, this air current rotated faster and faster, gradually forming a long, cylindrical wind shield that enveloped the entire top of the Ancient Tree.In this way, the entire Ancient Tree was like being in the eye of a storm; no matter how fierce the external wind, it itself remained motionless.Even some weaker flying creatures in high altitudes, if they approached rashly, would be directly flung away or torn to shreds, and could only choose to climb up layer by layer from below.Clearly, this was the newly appointed Kushala Daora beginning to fulfill his duties. Logan glanced at him, then didn't pay much attention, instead shifting his focus to the remaining tree fruit.As the tough skin was torn open, a peach-pit-like object appeared before Logan's eyes. Its diameter exceeded one meter, and it was entirely black with a crystalline luster, like a uniquely shaped gem.According to the game's setting, the Ancient Tree's seeds, if conditions are suitable, can reproduce new Ancient Trees.The director of the Botanical Research Institute once successfully cultivated a small Ancient Tree using fragments of Zorah Magdaros's carapace.So, could this tree seed grow a new Ancient Tree?Logan estimated that the smaller fruits on the lower layers definitely couldn't, but he felt there was great hope for this one at the top.However, to make it sprout, it would likely require a lot of energy. Perhaps the outer layer of pulp was reserved for its early growth.Logan put away this fruit core, then clouds swirled around him, and he scooped up a large amount of sugar frost from the pond. He leaped up and flew towards the Wildspire Waste, preparing to find a suitable planting location.Now, the entire underground of the Ancient Forest was covered by this giant Ancient Tree. As it grew, its increasingly dense branches and leaves would inevitably compete for more sunlight.If this tree seed were planted in the forest, once it grew, it would not only fail to promote the ecological environment but would instead form a competitive relationship with the mother tree.Therefore, most plants try every means to spread their seeds far away. At this moment, Logan was acting as this role.The desolate yellow sand soon came into his sight. However, looking down from high altitude, one could see a large number of dark green umbrella-shaped canopies, varying in height.Some Carrying Ants were clinging to their stems, sucking energy-rich secretions, and below, some rodents hid to avoid the sun. A few fluffy coots and beetle-like scarabs landed on top of the umbrella leaves, and the water droplets accumulated in the concave center of the umbrella leaves were a natural source of drinking water for them.As the gelatinous substances seeping underground continued to take effect, Logan discovered that a large area of lush grassland had already appeared at the junction of the forest and the Wildspire Waste.Due to the large amount of hard rock underground, even if the surface sand was transformed into humus, the shallow soil layer destined the Wildspire Waste to be unable to grow tall trees, but it could be transformed into a vast savanna.Logan passed by herds of Aptonoths and Hard-Shell Dragons, strolling leisurely on the grassland like cattle and sheep, and continued deeper into the Wildspire Waste.He didn't stop until he could no longer see the wide umbrella leaves on the ground, choosing a place with abundant water veins.This place was already far from the coverage of the Ancient Tree's roots. Planting the tree seed here, once it grew, it could perfectly echo the mother tree in the distance.However, before that, Logan still needed to transform the surrounding environment. After all, the hard rocks and barren soil below,were not a friendly place for a nascent sapling.The auspicious clouds surrounding him, under the control of the magnetic field, began to transform into sharp cones, piercing into the ground. The high-speed rotating hard scales, like the best abrasive, acted like drills, constantly penetrating underground, then vigorously stirring.Large pieces of rock were directly crushed, quickly forming a loose sandy area several hundred meters in radius and a hundred meters deep underground.An underground water vein was also opened in this process. As time passed, moist traces gradually appeared on the surface of the dry yellow sand.However, the matter did not end there.As the essence of the entire Ancient Tree condensed into a tree seed, although most of the energy was used to form the outer pulp, the life energy contained within the seed, encased in the hard fruit core, was also not to be underestimated.Once the seed broke open, its emitted aura would undoubtedly attract a large number of herbivores. If not protected, it would have no chance of growing, and in the initial stage, it would probably require 24-hour uninterrupted guardianship.Coincidentally, the Wildspire Waste had an "old friend," whose habit of sleeping for decades made him the perfect guardian.Anyway, for him, sleeping anywhere was the same. The Golden Land underground and the yellow earth above ground didn't seem to make much difference.Logan turned and flew towards Kulve Taroth's nest. Before long, the huge fissure appeared before his eyes.A few years might be a very long time for living beings, but for the desolate rocks and Gobi desert, it had yet to bring significant changes.Following the familiar passage downwards, Logan soon saw the dazzling Golden Land again. His luck was good today; the giant Kulve Taroth had not gone underground to search for ore, but was dozing on the ground.Logan's arrival startled this golden giant beast. He suddenly opened his eyes, and upon realizing it was an old acquaintance, he stretched vigorously,and slowly lifted his head.After some time, this fellow's body had grown even larger. His length was estimated to be close to 45 meters, a full circle larger than Logan.The gold that was originally casually piled on his body now appeared to have been polished and refined, becoming smoother and shinier, and reflecting the surrounding light, it exuded an aura of nobility.Roar!!!Kulve Taroth let out a lazy roar, inquiring about Logan's purpose.Animals are not like humans; they don't like to visit and socialize for no reason. If they come, it must be for something.Logan didn't mince words and directly stated his intention. When he heard that he had to climb to the surface and constantly guard a sapling, Kulve Taroth immediately shook his head.As an Elder Dragon with unique aesthetics, Kulve Taroth had certain requirements for his nest and couldn't just find any place to sleep.Moreover, it was windy and rainy outside, and the temperature was low. According to Logan's request, he also had to suppress his body temperature, so he naturally refused.However, when Logan took out a large piece of sugar frost, Kulve Taroth's eyes immediately became hesitant.Especially after learning that he could get a small piece every day thereafter until the matter was over, he immediately nodded without hesitation.So Logan led Kulve Taroth out of the underground, returning to the chosen planting site.This time, he crushed all the remaining sugar frost he carried and buried it along with the tree seed. The massive Kulve Taroth, suppressing his internal high temperature, lay beside it, looking like a small golden mountain from afar.The rest of the matter no longer required Logan's excessive concern; everything was left to fate.If this tree seed could sprout, it would naturally be for the best. Even if it died, he actually wouldn't suffer too great a loss.However, after returning to his nest at the top of the Ancient Tree, Logan still summoned several Grimalkynes and had them make some huge wooden barrels.Every day, the Grimalkynes would fill a barrel with water from the treetop pond, and the Wingdrakes would carry them, flying to the Wildspire Waste, to water the tree seed.These pond waters were not only rich in sugar frost components but also full of Earth Vein and Celestial Marrow Energy. Furthermore, because Logan had been immersed in them for a long time, they were imbued with his aura, which could Grimalkyne most monsters.During the daily watering process, the Grimalkynes and Wingdrakes would bring Kulve Taroth a small piece of sugar frost each time, which also served to boost his enthusiasm.Thus, as the sun rose and set, over a month passed in an instant, but the tree seed encased in the hard shell remained motionless.Instead, the surrounding land was covered with various wild grasses and flowers.Some simple-minded insects also gradually became accustomed to the rich Elder Dragon aura here and began to appear frequently.To prevent them from gnawing on the tree seed, which might sprout at any time, Logan had no choice but to dispatch a team of Grimalkynes to be stationed there long-term to carry out pest control work.