After entering the cave, Leo waved his right hand, and eight Jade Spirit Crystalfruits floated out from the Storage Sack, lining up in a row.
The moment the eight Jade Spirit Crystalfruits appeared, a refreshing and enticing aroma filled the cave.
Each Spirit Fruit was flawless and transparent, shimmering with a deep blue hue like the ocean.
Especially the fully matured Jade Spirit Crystalfruit, which was particularly dazzling.
“As expected of a seventh-rank Spirit Fruit, truly tempting,” Leo sighed, his eyes sparkling.
After admiring them for a moment, Leo waved his right hand again, and seven of the Jade Spirit Crystalfruits floated in front of Seraphina.
Among these seven was the fully matured one.
“Seven for you, one for me,” Leo said with a smile.
Seeing Leo allocate seven Spirit Fruits to her, including the fully matured one, Seraphina’s beautiful eyes showed a hint of surprise.
It was known that among the eight Jade Spirit Crystalfruits, the most precious was the fully matured one.
“This… is too much. Let’s split them evenly,” Seraphina frowned slightly and tried to push the Jade Spirit Crystalfruits back to Leo, but he stopped her.
“No need for such modesty between us,” Leo said seriously, looking into Seraphina’s pretty eyes. “I mentioned before that if we encounter water-based Spirit Herbs or Spirit Fruits, they should all go to you.”
“These Jade Spirit Crystalfruits contain abundant water energy and have the effect of purifying and refining spiritual power, which will greatly benefit your cultivation.”
“I consumed a Nine Colored Hidden Spirit Flower before coming here. One Jade Spirit Crystalfruit is enough for me.”
Leo’s earnest expression and sincere words made Seraphina pause, her heart rippling slightly.
Although Leo said so, she knew that Jade Spirit Crystalfruits were not ordinary Spirit Fruits. While they were more beneficial to water-based cultivators, they also had a purifying effect on the spiritual power of cultivators of other elements.
A seventh-rank Spirit Fruit was rare and valuable; no one would consider it too much.
Seeing Seraphina still feeling somewhat embarrassed, Leo smiled and said, “Don’t be so formal with me. There are many treasures on Pill Sovereign Island. If we encounter something I want, I’ll need your help.”
With that, Leo grabbed a Jade Spirit Crystalfruit in front of him and bit into it like an apple.
The sweet and juicy liquid filled Leo’s mouth instantly, making his expression brighten.
Seraphina looked at the seven Jade Spirit Crystalfruits in front of her, momentarily lost in thought.
These Jade Spirit Crystalfruits were all obtained by Leo alone. Although she had helped during their escape, what she received was disproportionate to her contribution.
After quickly consuming his Jade Spirit Crystalfruit, Leo noticed that Seraphina hadn’t moved and grinned mischievously. “If you’re that touched, how about a kiss to show your gratitude?”
Seraphina rolled her eyes at Leo. Then she waved her sleeve, storing six of the seven Jade Spirit Crystalfruits in her Storage Sack, leaving only the fully matured one.
Holding the fully matured Jade Spirit Crystalfruit, Seraphina found a clean spot to sit cross-legged.
“If we encounter any precious Spirit Herbs or Spirit Fruits later on, they’re all yours,” Seraphina said softly, glancing at Leo.
“I still say that whoever can make the best use of them should have them. That’s called making the most of resources,” Leo replied as he walked to the cave entrance. He waved his right hand, and dozens of Formation Flags flew out from his Storage Sack.
Soon, a protective concealment array was set up by Leo, sealing the cave entrance with an invisible barrier.
Compared to Leo’s casual way of eating the Jade Spirit Crystalfruit like an apple, Seraphina’s manner was much more refined and ladylike.
Leo stopped watching Seraphina and sat down cross-legged, closing his eyes to begin cultivating with Nine Transformations of the Stars.
Soon, a faint starlight appeared on Leo’s body surface as the energy from the Jade Spirit Crystalfruit began purifying and refining his spiritual power.
After finishing her Jade Spirit Crystalfruit, Seraphina glanced at Leo before closing her eyes and entering her own cultivation state.
About ten minutes after they started cultivating, a massive shadow appeared above the mountain peak.
The shadow revealed itself as the Crocodile King, which had followed the scent of the Jade Spirit Crystalfruits.
The Crocodile King’s enormous body hovered in mid-air, its terrifying vertical pupils scanning the mountains below angrily.
The Crocodile King stopped here because it could no longer smell the scent of the Jade Spirit Crystalfruits.
“How could the scent suddenly disappear? Where are you hiding?” The Crocodile King roared furiously.
After scanning for a while, it muttered unwillingly, “The scent couldn’t have disappeared without reason; they must be here…”
Although not highly intelligent, the Crocodile King wasn’t foolish either.
“Damn human cultivators! I know you’re here! Come out!” The Crocodile King bellowed towards the ground below.
After its roar faded away, silence returned to the surroundings; not even a bird call could be heard.
Unable to accept this situation, the Crocodile King gathered its remaining demonic power and formed five black orbs with destructive energy beneath it.
“Come out!” The Crocodile King roared again before swinging its massive claws.
The five black orbs turned into five black streaks of light and blasted towards the mountains below.
Explosions echoed through the mountains as rocks shattered and dust filled the air.
When the dust settled, large craters appeared among the mountains…
Inside the cave.
Leo exhaled slowly and opened his eyes, clearly pleased with his progress.
“As expected of a seventh-rank Spirit Fruit. Even though it wasn’t fully matured, its effect is impressive,” Leo murmured contentedly.
The Jade Spirit Crystalfruit had been completely absorbed by Leo, further refining and enhancing his spiritual power within his dantian.
At this moment, Leo could clearly feel that he only needed an appropriate opportunity to break through to an upper-level Spirit Saint.
However, just then, Leo felt the entire cave shaking as loose stones fell from the ceiling.
An earthquake?
Leo’s mind raced as he released his divine sense.
His divine sense extended outside the cave and detected what was happening outside.
“The Crocodile King actually followed us!?” Leo’s expression was one of surprise.
At this moment, the Crocodile King’s roar echoed again: “Damn human brat! I know you’re here! Come out!”
After roaring, the Crocodile King launched another indiscriminate attack.