Zhou Yi gradually adapted to the operation of Black Thorn.

It was somewhat similar to a hoverboard.

By slightly shifting his body weight in a certain direction, the bio-vehicle would move that way.

The cruising speed of Black Thorn was constant and not fast, roughly the same as that of the Sea God in terms of how it felt.

But when switching to the stronger second form, it was a completely different story.

Zhou Yi kept clutching the fruit core.

The Black Thorn suddenly emitted a strong light, its whole body turning indigo and surrounded by spherical glimmers.

This was the Light Core Body state.

However, this state could only be maintained for a very short period of time.

At this point, both [Insecticide] and [Slowing Wave] underwent a qualitative change.

The former was no longer a gentle and gradual radiation but had upgraded into an explosive form of attack, capable of instantly destroying various nearby lifeforms—the closer, the more destructive. In this sense, Black Thorn was actually a melee fighter.

The Slowing Wave could solidify the covered area, affecting even the realm of consciousness, making it difficult for intruders to think and reason, and not just on a material level.

The only flaw was that both powers only worked within a diameter of about 50 meters. This was a reduced range compared to the first stage, Skywalker state, but with greatly increased intensity.

Zhou Yi had previously been hit by [Insecticide] in its Light Core Body state, turning his right forearm directly into black ash.

Most of his life value was also consumed during that extreme time.

The Light Core Body state of Black Thorn had another new ability.

Blinking.

It could, in a moment, be considered as leaping within a second to anywhere within its energy radiation range, with no obstacles, almost instantaneously, through an energy state.

By continuously blinking, it could easily evade various pursuits and attacks.

But the Light Core Body state was a huge drain, many petals of the inner gelatinous fruit pulp turning dim and shriveled, indicating that the energy had been exhausted. When all the petals were no longer glowing, it meant the energy was depleted.

Zhou Yi tested it out.

The Light Core Body state would consume about 20 petals of fruit energy every second, and at its peak, it could only support the Light Core Body state for about 2 minutes.

No wonder Black Thorn rarely switched to this form.

Overall, the bio-vehicle created by the Mud Tree Civilization was primarily used for sailing the Dead Sea, not for combat.

The second phase Light Core Body state was also for facilitating escape and avoiding damage.

Black Thorn was the most powerful vehicle Zhou Yi had ever seen.

It could autonomously absorb the Dead Sea's energy for recharging; if used normally, there was virtually no consumption.

He exclaimed in his mind.

The plant technology of the Mud Tree People is really strong.

At the same time, Zhou Yi was very much looking forward to cultivating the Mud Plate Seeds.

He wondered what the Giant Tree would look like and how much time it would take to grow.

While Zhou Yi was controlling Black Thorn to circle around, he suddenly noticed a figure trailing himself.

Was he being targeted again?

Zhou Yi took a closer look and realized it was Yuan Xiao in a White-Haired Monster form.

He immediately stopped the vehicle at the sea floor and walked out from the fruit shell.

The Angel of Death following behind froze for a second, then also reverted to the form of a white-dressed girl.

"Chairman?"

"Is that really you?"

From a distance, she tested cautiously.

Zhou Yi walked up to her and extended his remaining left hand: "Feel, and you'll know."

Yuan Xiao shook hands with him.

Consciousness syncing initiated.

"Confirmed?"

Angel of Death finally showed a relieved expression: "I thought you had been eaten by it. I could sense your life force, but I wasn't sure, because the Stinger Man's power radiation was too strong."

"Eh, your right hand..."

It was only then that she noticed that a part of Zhou Yi's right arm was missing.

"It's okay, I paid a small price."

Zhou Yi smiled: "But I caught this guy. Trading a hand for it is worth it."

Yuan Xiao was stunned for a moment: "You... you caught Stinger Man?"

"Almost."

Zhou Yi was in a good mood: "Come on, I'll take you inside for a seat."

"Ah? Is that okay? But you can't get close to that thing."

"No problem."

Zhou Yi handed her a fruit core: "Hold onto this and follow me."

Yuan Xiao did as he said, cautiously holding the black fruit core.

As she got closer to Black Thorn, the assistant's face showed surprise: "There's no effect at all anymore, is this an identity recognition treasure?"

"Yes."

Zhou Yi approached, and Black Thorn split from the middle, he entered the white light and then said to the assistant behind him: "Come in."

"Oh, okay."

Yuan Xiao followed and ducked her head to enter.

The outer shell closed.

Angel of Death began curiously inspecting the inside: "So Stinger Man is actually a special kind of shelter?"

That was one way to put it.

"It wasn't originally a living entity."

"No, it is alive, but a special kind of fruit..."

Zhou Yi briefly introduced her to the situation of the Mud Tree Civilization.

Angel of Death was fascinated, her eyes wide: "It's truly something from Otherworld. I didn't expect the fruits on the trees in that world could attain the Light Core Body... Those people must be even more terrifying."

"But for such a powerful civilization to be destroyed by insects, I really can't imagine it."

A trace of confusion appeared on her face.

Zhou Yi spoke seriously: "The power of the insects is tremendous, didn't Tree Monster Territory almost get conquered by the insects?"

"In this world, there are lands without human existence, but those lands always have traces of sand rats and insects. Different groups of life have different competitive advantages."

"Perhaps the Guangna Species is the strongest, but it may not be the best at surviving. The tide of this world's evolution changes, and the dynamics of offense and defense might shift."

"We shouldn't underestimate any opponent."

Yuan Xiao nodded thoughtfully.

She suddenly came to her senses: "Ah, Chairman, you dropped something earlier, I picked it up for you."

Yuan Xiao took out a mud tablet from her white clothes.

Zhou Yi took it and saw that it was the slightly abstract painting of a chick pecking at rice.

If the other mud tablet paintings could still be understood, this one was truly a bit incomprehensible.

He attached it with the other mud tablets, sticking them to the inner layer of the gummy fruit flesh.

Zhou Yi asked her, "Do you know which way the Shuanghe Region is?"

"I do."

"Then you lead the way."

Under Yuan Xiao's guidance, Black Thorn drove back in the direction they had come from at a regular speed.

Since operating it was simple, Zhou Yi let Yuan Xiao drive.

For an assistant, driving for the chairman is quite normal.

The Angel of Death was very serious and careful, feeling both novelty and excitement along the way.

Zhou Yi, on the other hand, was fast asleep.

He was exhausted.

Inside the Black Thorn's shell cabin was very comfortable; the fruit flesh would support the body, providing excellent support and elasticity.

In a daze, Zhou Yi heard someone calling his name.

"Chairman, Chairman."

He struggled to open his eyes.

The face of Yuan Xiao appeared before him.

"We've arrived at the Shuanghe Region."

Zhou Yi yawned, "Fly directly to Jade City, and turn off its [Insecticide] and [Slowing Wave]. Knead the fruit core to make its exterior relax, soft and fluffy, and you can turn off those two functions. Don't hurt the civilians."

Black Thorn could also travel through the air, but only where Dead Light Energy density was much lower, charging slower, and consumption quite a bit higher.

"Chairman, wouldn't this be too conspicuous…"

Yuan Xiao whispered softly, "Wouldn't it be better to hide treasures like Black Thorn, which were created by the Mud Tree Civilization?"

"It's fine."

Zhou Yi maintained his usual style: "Also show it to Duke Destructive, tell it that we have captured Black Thorn. In the future, when similar news and situations arise, it will think to come to us, and will save us a lot of effort."

Displaying strength is an important aspect, both to enemies and to friends.

Yuan Xiao, with many years as a Lone Wolf Hunter, still preferred secrecy and concealment.

However, Wasteland Development Company, as an organization, is different from individuals in many ways.

After listening to Zhou Yi's patient explanation, the Angel of Death's eyes cleared of confusion: "I see, it looks like I still have a lot to learn."

"Go ahead, I'll sleep a bit more."

Not to mention.

The Black Thorn's fruit flesh mattress is very comfortable to sleep on.

The Mud Tree People sure knew how to enjoy themselves.

After another round of deep sleep and being woken up, Zhou Yi found himself outside Jade City First Building.

He got out of Black Thorn and stretched.

Someone was already waiting beside him.

Earth Official Lin Qin looked at the Black Thorn planted in the ground with an awed gaze.

"Mr. Zhou, you are really too powerful!"

"The Lord said you would definitely come back, and I didn't expect that you not only returned safely but also captured the Stinger Man, this has never happened before."

Lin Qin glossed over Zhou Yi's severed arm.

"Do you need to rest first?"

"No need. I've already slept enough on the way, is the Light Amber Mine being developed?"

What Zhou Yi cared about was the matter of cooperative payment.

"It's already underway."

Lin Qin said, "If you can now, please follow me into the city... Ah, Duke Destructive has already come."

From Harvest City, a camel-drawn cart with four camels pulled up, and two drivers wearing wide-brimmed hats sat in front.

The camel cart slowly came to a stop.

The two drivers set up wooden steps outside the carriage door.

Only then did the person inside the carriage slowly come out.

It was Duke Destructive in the form of a farmer's puppet.

It looked at Black Thorn for a while, its jaws opening and closing, "It seems my estimate was conservative, I didn't expect you to capture the entire Stinger Man, you indeed have strength."

"Although it cost a right hand, it's a price worth paying."

Duke Destructive said and then fixed its gaze firmly on Black Thorn: "You and the Angel of Death rode here on it, it seems you have completely subdued it... If you encounter other Stinger Men, can you still suppress them?"

Zhou Yi glanced at the stupefied Yuan Xiao beside him: See? Here it comes.

"It's hard to say, I can only try, the result can't be guaranteed."

He told Duke Destructive, "This thing is extremely dangerous, approaching it requires a huge price."

"Understood."

The puppet immediately understood, "If we find more later, I'll look for you, you would consider taking action, right?"

"When that time comes, we'll talk, for now, let's talk about the mine."

"There's no problem with the mine itself."

Duke Destructive said, "Lin Qin, pay up."

"Yes, my Lord."

The earth official beside extended two tentacles, handing over a Guangna Box.

Yuan Xiao took it and passed it to Zhou Yi.

Zhou Yi glanced at the numbers.

1, 2, 3... 6 zeros, the amount was correct.

1 million Light Seeds in hand!

Duke Destructive said, "You go back and recuperate. Your company's insect eradication troops, I will arrange for a ship to return them to Sand Port later."

"Alright. Then I'll be off, contact me if you need anything."

Zhou Yi waved his left hand.

"Safe travels."

Duke Destructive was not wasteful with words.

Jade City pulled up Black Thorn from the ground, took to the skies, and pierced the clouds.

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