Chapter 263

But during this time Caterpillar Samuel learnt some shocking news. These hundreds of thousands of creatures weren't the only ones!

After killing the Zombies they tracked them back hoping to find the True Zombie causing all of this, but after they reached the edge of the Abyss no more Zombies came out!

This is enough to prove that this was just a scout force.

Thinking of this a deep sweat appeared on Caterpillar Samuels head. A scouting force of 3 Low Rank 3s and hundreds of thousands of Zombies? How terrifying must the main force be.

With that on his mind, Caterpillar Samuel couldn't help but retreat, of course not forgetting to split the bodies of the beasts with Nigel.

In the end, Caterpillar Samuel estimated there were close to 30,000 Spiritual Crystals worth of corpses! And he received one of the Low Rank 3 beasts, worth a thousand crystals alone.

But the meat of the beasts are still incredibly valuable. Even mortals can reach the standard of top tier athletes after eating some. So after some deliberation he kept the corpses for the civilians of Caterpillar Isles.

With the determination to become a supreme king deeply embedded, he was determined to develop the Mortals of the Plane as well.

At the same time, Samuel, who had just announced the end of the Heir competition, sighed in relief. He was really worried about Caterpillar Samuel.

But when it comes to the Zombies even he was slightly Stern.

However it didn't distract him, now it was time for the coronation of the next family Heir, Lily!

It didn't come to much surprise to Samuel that Lily one, in the five vs five match up Lily revealed one High Rank 2 Warrior and 4 Middle Rank 2 Warriors, far outdoing her peers.

In the 100 Man army, she revealed a lineup of 20 Rank 2 Warriors, most of which were poached from other organisations and had a lot of combat experience.

Even if they were mostly Low Rank 2 Warriors they were impressive for her.

She was only matched by Situ, who with the help of Althea had found a lot of resources to boost his warriors up to Rank 2. But even then the top combat power couldn't support it.

However in the final round of Lily against Situ, Lily revealed something shocking. Apart From her mothers forces and the Elders she recruited, she had actually persuaded SS2 and SS3 both to fight for her!

Over this time, Gargion (SS3) has developed rapidly. Although he is stuck at the Peak of High Rank 2, his combat power is easily comparable to Low Rank 3 warriors.

With his life simulation talent, even if he can't surpass Rank 1 in many, the few he does really adds up.

And SS2's own talent is enough for her to surpass most of her peers. So naturally the battle was destined to go towards Lily.

The only slight surprise was that Situ had managed to recruit SS4! But sadly SS4's own talent and special ability when it comes to combat is lacking compared to the other special summons.

And his practice time is far shorter, having only reached Middle Rank 2. Even though Samuel learnt a lot about his attacking methods that day.

The entire battle, the short statured SS4 carried a bright green sword, wherever he swung hundreds of vines and pieces of grass would entangle his opponent.

As a finisher he even used the power of vitality to grow out a small ent! If it wasn't for the limited time then Samuel believes he might've been able to win.

However after seeing that, Samuels thoughts on SS4 changed.

After Lily was officially made heir and provided with the Heirs outfit and palace, Samuel took the initiative to visit SS4.

''Ah greetings master!''

A young and childish voice came from within a large hall.

Samuel hadn't even had time to push open the door as it gave a heavy creak.

''SS4, you've been busy I see. ''

Samuels eyes squinted when he saw the interior of the room. Lining the previously red walls where thousands of green vines sprouted with tens of thousands of leaves.

Growing in the corners were dozens of flowers that flowed and swayed in the wind, occasionally releasing an intoxicating fragrance.

But most notable was a small figure with a cute face and pious look on his face as he saw Samuel enter.

Behind the boy, sprouting out of the ground was a small tree, barely five feet tall. But Samuel could clearly sense a piece of spirituality within it, along with the other plants around the room.

''Are you attempting to create an Ent?''

Samuel almost shouted in surprise when he saw the tree. Although he saw a slight creation during the Heir Battle, he didn't expect that SS4's ability could actually help him grow a full Ent!

As for how he knew it was SS4's ability? Samuels eyesight was enough to show him a faint green light pouring in from the surroundings, passing from SS4's body directly into the roots that greedily absorbed it.

''I apologise for not telling you first Master, I only recently learnt my Physique could do this and I was too excited to remember.''

The cute SS4 showed a pitiful look on his face, then held out a small sapling like it was a treasure.

''This was my first attempt! But it seems like there is a limit depending on what seed I use. So it couldn't grow any more.''

SS4 poked out a slightly chubby finger, and in front of Samuels eyes the little sapling twisted and began to do some strange movements in the air.

But quickly it seemed to grow tired and returned to its previous position

''Don't worry about it. Just let me know as soon as there is one successful product. If we can use this ability it shouldn't be impossible to create a ironclad fortress.''

Samuels eyes lit up seeing the movements. Although it is small, it is a sign of potential.

Ents are even used as defensive creatures in those top families! If he can find a way to produce them it would be much easier to defend the Planes he has occupied in the future.

After talking to SS4, Samuel went to the Researchers and began to once again assist in their work.

Time passed quickly.

Soon eight years had passed!

Over these eight years there has been a lot of progress and changes. The biggest being within the Lanford Family Headquarters. Now it is possible to see quite a few younger children running around!

In eight years Samuel had a shocking 50 children! This is more than every other year combined.