Virus King - Chapter 371

Chapter 371: Plague Sapling! Three-Pronged Action!

TL: YYang

The construction of the Cult of the Plague didn’t require much of Chen Bai’s instructions. As the Archbishop of the Cult, they were far more knowledgeable about the necessary steps than he was.

However, whether those plague creatures, buildings, and plants could thrive in this world still required some experimentation to verify.

At this very moment, Chen Bai was conducting such an experiment.

In the open space at the very center of the 552nd Layer of the Abyss, Chen Bai slowly pulled out an object under the attentive gazes of several other bishops.

This object was none other than the first item he had drawn a few days ago when using the Golden Hand—the Branch of the Tree of Life!

As the primary life form of the Elven World, the source of the elves, and the symbol of life itself, the significance of the Tree of Life was undeniable.

However, as merely a branch, Chen Bai had never considered consuming it or using it as an ordinary piece of equipment.

The arrival of the Cult of the Plague had, without a doubt, given him a rather excellent idea!

“The Cult of the Plague once had a High Priest who attempted to transform the Elves’ Tree of Life into a Plague Tree. However, the Tree of Life was a treasure of the Elven World and possessed immense power, making it impossible to obtain back then. Who would have thought that our great True God would possess a branch of the Tree of Life? With this branch, it’s not impossible that the Cult of the Plague could truly cultivate a Plague Tree!” Richmond spoke expectantly from the side.

Chen Bai, however, ignored him. This was just a sudden thought that had crossed his mind.

The Tree of Life branch symbolized life and possessed numerous miraculous properties. But with the Plague Cauldron and the Power of the Abyss, he could transform it into a plague (or abyssal) lifeform.

Right now, this was undoubtedly the perfect opportunity.

The vibrant branch was placed directly into the bubbling green liquid of the Plague Cauldron. Then, Chen Bai firmly gripped the cauldron.

In the next moment, the bubbling sound grew louder and more distinct. At the same time, as the green plague-infused liquid boiled within the cauldron, the previously lush green branch began to emit an unusual glow.

The bright emerald green gradually shifted to a dark green hue, and its color deepened noticeably.

Simultaneously, the fresh vitality that had once radiated from it began to transform into a mix of vitality and decay—a rotten aura hovering between life and death.

Remarkably, despite this apparent decay, the Tree of Life branch didn’t wither. Instead, it thrived even more vibrantly.

Before his very eyes, Chen Bai saw the branch visibly elongate and expand.

Even more astonishingly, as the branch connected with the authority of the Plague Cauldron, Chen Bai sensed that it was growing roots within the cauldron.

What a miraculous cauldron!

Though it wasn’t considered equipment, it was an extraordinarily unique artifact. The Plague Cauldron, worthy of its SSS-Rank, surpassed Chen Bai’s expectations with its sheer power of plague.

The Plague-transformed branch was no longer a useless item that could only serve as a mere prop or piece of equipment. It now had the potential to become a truly unique lifeform.

Of course, there was a cost. Chen Bai noticed that the once-bubbling green liquid in the cauldron had significantly decreased, almost to the bottom.

Clearly, this transformation consumed resources as well.

Fortunately, the Plague Cauldron could condense plague power within itself. Over time, the green liquid would slowly replenish, so Chen Bai didn’t need to worry about it.

His attention remained focused on the newly rooted branch before him.

[Plague Sapling (A)]
[Type: Special Lifeform]
[Description: A Tree of Life sapling transformed by plague. It embodies the forces of plague, life, and death, making it the first of its kind with immense potential and an unpredictable future.]

All its previous attributes, effects, and abilities had disappeared without a trace. It had now become a truly unique plant.

Chen Bai felt a slight dissatisfaction with its A-Grade rating, but there wasn’t much he could do. He tossed it to the Leech Bishop Festus.

“From this day onward, you will take charge of developing the Plague Garden. Everything in this Plague World will fall under your management!”

At his words, everyone froze briefly before their expressions shifted, particularly the most powerful among them, Black Star Bishop Sarulance and Pustule Bishop Richmond.

It was clear they were loyal to the True God, but they still cared greatly about their status and power. Without the True God’s trust, their existence would become meaningless.

Chen Bai, fully understanding their thoughts, continued:

“Romary and Falk, you will assist the Leech Bishop here. As for Black Star, starting today, you will remain by my side at the God and Devil Trial Grounds and focus on relocating plague creatures from the secret realm into the Plague Garden.”

“Understood!”

Hearing they had tasks, the group responded quickly. Black Star Bishop Sarulance, in particular, let out a sigh of relief and even smiled. As expected, he still held the True God’s trust—otherwise, he wouldn’t have been kept so close.

Unbeknownst to him, Sarulance had overthought the situation.

The decision was purely practical. Among the plague bishops, his appearance was the least grotesque.

With a Leech Bishop and a Pustule Bishop, their forms were… self-explanatory. Though Sarulance, wrapped in black ribbons like a mummy, only exposed his eyes, it was still less horrifying than the others.

“As for Richmond, your task is equally important. I believe there are remnants of the Cult of the Plague still scattered across this world. Your mission is to find them and make them aware of my existence, so their lost souls may have a true refuge.”

“Understood, My God. Your command is our eternal mission and the highest pursuit of our lives!”