Chapter 520: Chapter 409: Allergic Reactions
Long Yi has truly underestimated the strength of the Crystal Demons.
"Actually, I want to customise a series of these light cannons,"
Long Yi carefully thought through his plans before speaking.
Belle listened attentively, occasionally nodding her head, memorizing all of Long Yi’s requests.
"Your requirements are quite detailed, I need to go back and discuss with our scientists. This may take some time. But I believe it’s possible," Belle said.
"Great! If these cannons can be made, it would be fantastic!" Long Yi exclaimed excitedly.
Belle also felt pleased. She had been worried that Long Yi might not find these light cannons appealing. After all, for Crystal Demons, these light cannons were just improved versions of their most common weapons. But seeing Long Yi gather all the light cannons into his private space, she knew her worries were unfounded. What made Belle even happier was that Long Yi had taken the initiative to ask her to customise weapons!
This was crucial to forming a good relationship with the Giant, Long Yi!
"Oh, right, the Crystal Cores, do you still need them?" Belle remembered a large heap of useless items recovered from the battlefield.
"Yes! As much as you have!" Long Yi’s eyes lit up.
When Long Yi saw the mountain of cores, he was so touched he almost cried.
"I must say, Princess Belle, you’ve really helped me a lot! I really don’t know how to thank you!" Long Yi was filled with gratitude.
"No, no, no, please don’t mention it. We just collected these things incidentally. They have no real use for us," Belle hastily explained. To her, the help Long Yi provided had fundamentally changed the fate of the Crystal Demons, yet all she had given him was a pile of useless things. This felt highly inappropriate.
Long Yi stored all the Crystal Cores and scratched his head, thinking about what else he could offer. Suddenly, he remembered the tablet.
Long Yi quickly took out the tablet.
Almost simultaneously, a line of text appeared on the tablet.
Detecting ongoing science experiment.
At the same time, a beam of light scanned Belle from head to toe.
"Catalyst Crystal Stone has a twenty-seven percent body integration rate and the catalyst process is low, Catalyst Crystal Stone is putting strain on the individual. It’s advised to terminate the experiment."
Long Yi was startled, puzzled about what was happening.
The text on the tablet was in the language of the Giants. Only Long Yi could understand it, Belle only noticed that Long Yi’s face was preoccupied.
"What’s the matter, Mr. Long Yi?" asked Belle.
"Have you recently felt uncomfortable in any way?" asked Long Yi.
"Uncomfortable?" Belle paused to think, then nodded. "I feel like my thoughts have become slower and my energy output isn’t as smooth. I thought I was just overtired, did I...?"
"No, the Catalyst Crystal Stone isn’t integrating well with your body, it’s putting a strain on you. If this goes on, your Crystal Core could be drained by the Catalyst Crystal Stone," said Long Yi.
"How can this be!" Belle was completely stunned. Long Yi had no reason to lie to her. She had actually been feeling that her symptoms were much more severe than she let on. But the longer you keep the Catalyst Crystal Stone combined, the stronger the effects. If she removed it, would all these victories be in vain?
"Don’t worry, let me think of a solution."
Long Yi tapped on the tablet.
To solve the problem, Long Yi needed to understand Crystal Demons.
Long Yi opened the entry for Crystal Demons.
"Crystal Demons, originally from the Demon Tribe. They have human-like appearances and are creatures from another plane. They birthed a new race by using their strong spiritual power to overcome the Crystal Poison after invasion. Their main body is the Crystal Core, and their physical body is derived from it. The consciousness of Crystal Demons can travel vast distances to enter another Crystal Core, a process they refer to as ’loading consciousness’. The basic component of the Catalyst Crystal Stone is an inactivated man-made super Crystal Poison 346 with its half-life collective. It greatly enhances the Demon Power of Crystal Demons when combined with their Crystal Core. However, some Crystal Demons might still have allergic reactions. The basic symptom of such an allergic reaction is a 27% integration rate with the Catalyst Crystal Stone."
Damn.
Long Yi couldn’t help but curse internally.
"Due to limited time, there is currently only one untested treatment plan. I suggest you first separate the Catalyst Crystal Stone from your body until I figure out how to treat it," said Long Yi.
"No, that’s absolutely not possible," said Belle. "All the Crystal Demons long for these continuous victories. They long to return to their homeland. Especially now, when we have eliminated the surrounding Crazy Demons, and the stronger Crazy Demons have retreated to the former royal city area. If we stop now, everyone would be disappointed. We can’t afford that kind of loss."
"But if this continues, your body will eventually break down," said Long Yi.
"You mentioned before, respected Lord Long Yi, that you have a treatment plan," said Belle.
"There is one, but as I said, it hasn’t been tested, so the success rate can’t be guaranteed," said Long Yi.
"Let’s do this, I’m ready."
Belle stated resolutely.
From the first time he met Belle, Long Yi knew that although she was young, she possessed a spirit of adventure that did not match her age. However, as much as he admired her adventurous spirit, Long Yi himself was not one to take risks lightly.
"Rest assured, honourable Mr. Long Yi, I have already relayed information about this situation back to Crystal Demon star. My father is aware of what’s happened and regardless of the outcome, you will always be our most respected friend in the Crystal Demon Tribe. Your Light Cannon will also be a top priority for our kingdom. Please, start the treatment immediately," she pleaded.
With Belle’s plea pressuring him and rendering him without a reason to refuse, Long Yi had no choice but to comply.
"Our treatment plan is as follows. First, I will reactivate the Crystal Poison inside of you that has already stabilized, bringing it into an active state. After which, I will set the Catalyst Crystal Stone to full power. Consequently, the Crystal Poison will attempt to assimilate the Catalyst Crystal Stone, and, in turn, the Catalyst Crystal Stone will further catalyze the Crystal Poison into becoming more active. For me, this process is rather short, about ten seconds, but it will seem incredibly drawn out for a high-speed consciousness like yours. You must remain alert at all times. If you lose consciousness, everything’s over. If you endure all the pain and get lucky, both sides will reach an absolute balance at some point. This will give you unprecedented power. The Catalyst Crystal Stone will permanently merge with you, and you will become the first-ever Super Crystal Poison carrier."
"What if I fail?"
"Your Crystal Core will dissolve instantaneously. The resulting surge of shattered energy will obliterate your consciousness. Then, everything you see before you will explode into fragments."
"What about you?"
"I will remain by your side until the end, exhausting every possible measure to save you. But if I too fail, I will escape before you detonate. I apologize. It isn’t chivalrous, but I cannot die."
"Yes, your honesty reassures me."
Belle gave a small nod, then closed her eyes.
"I’ve had all the warriors conceal themselves. We can begin now. I’m ready."
She sure is tough.
Long Yi took a deep breath, then another, cooling down his brain in an attempt to calm himself.
He channeled the Giant’s power into the Giant’s scepter, which emitted light from its gem, enveloping Belle. Almost simultaneously, numerous minuscule crystals emerged from Belle’s impeccably smooth body. These were the Crystal Poisons now switched from the stable into the active state.
Next step!
The light from the Giant’s scepter focused on the Catalyst Crystal Stone, causing it to shine brilliantly as soon as it separated from her body.
"It’s starting!"
Long Yi declared.
Crack!
Belle’s body started to expand uncontrollably, morphing from a little girl into a woman mature in both height and figure. Concurrently, large crystals started sprouting from her back. One, two, three! As they hovered in the air, they gave the impression of wings. The resonating sound produced by the crystals was accompanied by arcs of electricity flowing between them!
Because the output of the Catalyst Crystal Stone was in full power mode, Belle was forcibly elevated to the peak power level that the Catalyst Crystal Stone was set to. The overwhelming Demon Power, unable to be consumed, caused an energy leak.
A row of minute crystals emerged from the top of Belle’s head and formed a crown shape over her head.
At this point, only three seconds had passed! So far, nothing seemed wrong.
Suddenly, a streak of flowing light surged from her core, swiftly moving into her head, followed by another stream flowing into her left leg, right leg, left arm, right arm!
The flowing light streams became more numerous and intricate, resembling blood vessels stemming from the heart. Gradually they formed a complex, interwoven network that pervaded all over Belle’s body, making her an awe-inspiring luminescent figure.
Seven seconds had now passed!
Only three seconds left!
These three seconds were the most critical and painful!
Being a Crystal Demon, Belle had not truly experienced pain in a long time. The Crystal Demons’ unique consciousness transfer mode allowed them to evade any fatal threats, and since their true form was only a crystal core, any physical damages were essentially inconsequential. To most Crystal Demons, pain was just a word.
However, now she understood the true meaning of the word pain.
Despite not needing to breathe as a Crystal Demon, she still felt a suffocating sensation as if she were drowning. Then came a variety of feelings that should not have surface — cold, heat, excruciating pain all over her body, itchiness. They assaulted her in waves.
Belle had always considered herself tough, but she finally realized it was merely because she had never experienced such torment.
In her blurry vision, she saw Long Yi. He was holding a tablet in one hand and gripping the Giant’s scepter tightly with the other. Belle noticed his knuckles on the hand holding the Giant’s scepter had turned white from the force. This was a manifestation of his intense anxiety.
Although Belle hadn’t interacted much with Long Yi, witnessing his genuine concern for her comforted her in some way.
I will be okay! (To be continued. If you enjoy this story, feel free to support by recommending or subscribing on qidian.com. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users can also visit m.qidian.com to read.)
