NOVEL ONLINE FREE Ch 78
Chapter 78
Branches and leaves of the World Tree, among others.
The byproducts of the world tree have demonstrated its versatility in various ways.
However, what the World Tree offers is not just limited to those products alone.
The fact that flowers bloom implies that they can bear fruit and yield results in the form of fruit.
And sure enough, it happened just as expected.
A giant tree that’s hard to believe is primary.
The branches of the World Tree are dotted with fruit that tempts Sung-hyuk’s eyes.
“First of all, the effect is like this.”
If you pretend, pretend.¹
Yeon Soo-hee quickly shares the effects of the world tree’s fruit that she had harvested ahead of time.
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[Prefion’s World Tree Fruit (★★★+)]
* Category: Consumable, Ingredient
* When consumed, it provides a feeling of fullness and quenches one’s thirst while restoring 700 Health and Mana. Infuses the user with the energy contained in Prefion’s fruit.
※ World Tree Fruit Energy: Boosts the maximum Health and Mana by 300 for 60 minutes.
* Description: A ★★★+-grade World Tree Fruit obtained from Prefion’s World Tree. It is packed with juice due to constant natural fertilization by bees.
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“…..”
Health and Mana Recovery.
The two parts are well balanced, and the Health and Mana boost from the effect of the World Tree Fruit’s Energy, there’s no doubt this is a top-tier product.
“How about it? With this, along with honey or royal jelly, don’t you think we could produce some pretty decent processed goods?”
“I think so.”
Moreover,with Sung-hyuk and Soo-hee.
Both of them are in the production field, and both of them are interested in producing various kinds of fruits and honey.
It’s never enough to simply consume them.
Particularly with honey and the World Tree’s Fruit.
Amidst the abundance of these two wonderful products, Seonghyeok is blissfully content.
Jam, juice, or medicinal products.
The possible directions of processing are endless!
“So, Sung-hyuk, do you mind if I get a lot of honey this time? I’ll pay for it, of course.”
“Of course, you can take as much as you want, and you don’t have to pay for the honey.”
“Huh? Even so, taking it for free doesn’t feel quite right.”
“No, it’s okay. I also get things like world tree fruits and leaves for free. And anyway, as the owner of the shelter, I’ll support the diet for 500 people for free for the time being.”
The arrival of 500 people has already changed the shelter’s situation from the 20 people it used to have.
Currently, Sung-hyuk has no intention of collecting coins from each of the 500 residents.
He doesn’t need the coins at the moment, and even so, isn’t there enough available ingredients for self-sufficiency?
Of course, that doesn’t mean he’ll continue to support them for free indefinitely.
Abundant food and the buffs that come with it.
Add to that the support of the bees, and the growth of the shelter’s residents will continue to soar.
‘Growth is the priority right now.’
When the time comes, Sung-hyuk plans to get the coins from them.
It’s said that once someone tastes the flavor of honey, there’s no stopping them from wanting to taste it again.
When the time comes, they’ll open their wallets and pay Sung-hyuk with coins on their own.
“Hmm. If that’s what you think, then I understand.”
“Then, I’ll continue to rely on you in the future.”
As if she understood Sung-hyuk’s meaning without the need for a lengthy conversation, Soo-hee nodded, without missing a beat this time.
As she heads toward the kitchen to prepare for the upcoming meal, Sung-hyuk stares at the world tree and smiles.
‘The fruit is one thing, but the real thing is something else.’
He recognizes that all the byproducts of the world tree are not worth throwing away.
However, as the owner of a life lived outside the norm, where he die by bees and live by bees.
Sung-hyuk instinctively understands this because he has dug into one path.
It means that no matter how exceptional the products of the World Tree are, they cannot be compared to “this,” which can be considered the masterpiece of bees.
‘I’m sorry, but I still can’t concede to anything as remarkable as this.’
If it’s honey or royal jelly, which can be consistently obtained in sufficient quantities, he is willing to support it gladly.
However, unlike sharing a side of beans, a precious product like wild ginseng is best enjoyed alone.²
This is one of those things that, with respect to Yeon Soo-hee, Sung-hyuk is not willing to compromise on,
[Imperial Topaz Worker Bee (★★+) has collected nectar, Current Honey Status 98.8922%]
[Imperial Topaz Worker Bee (★★+) has collected nectar, Current Honey Status 99.0010%]
[Imperial Topaz Architect Corps Commander Bee (★★★★) has collected nectar, Current Honey Status 99.2030%]
……
That was none other than the World Tree.
No, to be precise, it was the upper and lower parts of the World Tree.
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[Wild Beehive – Mokcheong (★★★+)]
※ Wild Beehive is a one-time special item that is destroyed when you harvest it.
※ Because it was created for a specific purpose, it has very weak defense and durability.
* Category: Other
* Currently working bees: 20,001 (1 Imperial Architect Bee / 20,000 Imperial Topaz Worker Bees)
* Current Honey Status: 99.8244%
* HP: 350
* Armor: 8 Resistance: 2
* Durability: 30 / 30
* Description: A ★★★+ ranked wild beehive crafted in a special way. If it is fully filled with honey, it will yield a valuable, high-grade Mokcheong Honey. If it is destroyed, it will yield a low-grade Mokcheong Honey.
※ Caution! Wild Beehives emit a distinctive sweet honey smell that stimulates the appetite of nearby monsters. It increases the respawn rate of nearby monsters and attracts them (this effect becomes stronger the more honey it contains).
[Wild Beehive – Tocheong (★★★+)]
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There are two complete wild beehives, Mokcheng and Tocheng.
Wild honey akin to the Bentley of the bee world.
They have gone beyond the ordinary and have been built in a space that is perfect for absorbing the energy of the world tree and the power of the soil.
*Weing~* *Weing~*
*BuZzZ!!*
In the two wild beehives, the Imperial Topaz bees are busy buzzing around with their golden-hued bodies, emitting a faint rustling sound.
‘This is the best route I have ever seen.’
The flowers of the World Tree boast an extraordinary concentration and quantity.
Is it thanks to the fact that they can harvest them instantly?
Thanks to the most efficient labor route, compared to the previous “Seokcheong,” the two wild beehives are rapidly accumulating honey at an unbelievable speed.
As a result…….
[Wild Hive – Mokcheong (★★★+) Honey Status has reached 100%].
[Wild Hive – Tocheong (★★★+) Honey Status has reached 100%].
[Honey harvesting is possible!]
The Mokcheong and Tocheong is done in a flash, leaving a thick, rich, wild honeyed scent.
It’s so mesmerizing that it makes the patient Sung-hyuk’s heart skip a beat.
“Wow, this is really no joke.”
Just like during the Seokcheong period, it’s also due to factors such as the sap of the World Tree and the power of the soil.
The unimaginable sweetness generated by absorbing various nutrients together, coupled with the fact that two were completed simultaneously.
Sung-hyuk was momentarily overwhelmed by the scent, almost losing his senses, but he quickly regained his composure, shaking his head.
“Let’s harvest it first.”
Once the gathering is complete, all that remains is to harvest it.
Typically, the location where wild beehive grows is also important.
Believing in the boundless power of the World Tree, Sung-hyuk steadied his trembling heart and skillfully moved his hands.
[Foraging success!]
[The sap of the World Tree affects the maturation process.]
[The soil of the World Tree affects the maturation process.]
[Grants 10 Imperial Topaz World Tree Mokcheong (★★★★)].
[Grants 10 Imperial Topaz World Tree Tocheong (★★★★)].
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[Imperial Topaz World Tree Voice (★★★★)] x 10
* Category: Consumable, Ingredient
* Consumption grants an incredible energy boost, satiety, and restores 1,300 Health and Mana. Additionally, the individual is infused with the ‘Deep Energy of the World Tree’ and all stats are permanently increased by 1 for 3 uses only. Used 0 / 3 to date
※ Deep Energy of the World Tree: Gain 1,500 Max Health, 1,500 Max Mana, and 7 All Stats for 90 minutes (no cooldown)
* Description: A precious Mokcheong that can be obtained from beehives in the wild. Its flavor is enhanced by the sap of the World Tree, However, excessive consumption at once may lead to significant discomfort.
※ Warning! Excessive consumption may cause abdominal pain.
※ Note! Buffs from the same series of Mokcheong cannot be stacked.
[Imperial Topaz World Tree Tocheong (★★★★)] X 10
* Description: Influenced by the soil of the World Tree…
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“….Awesome”
Indeed, as expected.
As if the selection of the World Tree was right, Mokcheong and Tocheong have been given even more enhanced effects.
Not only are the effects stronger, but the number of items obtained has increased by three, to a whopping 10, as opposed to the previous 7 items obtained from Seokcheong.
Not only has the effect become stronger, but also the quantity obtained is much larger, totaling 10, three more than the previous 7 obtained from the Seokcheong.
Considering that the first prize, Seokcheong Honey Wine, was made by consuming three Seokcheong, it’s not something to take for granted.
Above all, isn’t it a material corresponding to 4 stars?
“This is it. With effects like these, it’s irresistible.”
A permanent stat boost for a single player, up to three times total.
Knowing the importance of the stats due to the power of the Bee Guardian, Sung-hyuk doesn’t hesitate to shovel a handful of the juicy mokcheong honey and tocheong honey into his mouth and swallows it down.
*Munch* *Num* *Num*
Well, if he was being completely honest, 90% of his motivation was to simply savor the flavor of World Tree Wild Honey rather than gain permanent stats, but what can one do?
Sunghyuk is the beekeeper, and he owns the bees that make it.
After sucking all the honey off his fingers, he felt an overwhelming sense of satisfaction.
“Aah, all hail the bees.”
*Buzz!* *Buzzz!*
The Imperial Topaz bees, including Architect, seem to recognize Sung-hyuk’s mood and approach him for praise.
As he pats them on the head for their hard work through this wild beehive, Sung-hyuk’s instructions are simple.
“Then can I ask you to do it again?”
Instructing them to build a wild beehive for the sweet wild honey.
Without a chance to rest, they’re forced to work quickly again,
*Bzzz!!*
As hardworking bees always do.
They hustle their asses off and get to work.
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Sung-hyuk is in the midst of a wild honey craving.
Unexpectedly, there are two other individuals who are drawn to the sweet smell of wild honey,
“kkuwong, kkuwo-eoeoeong!”
“kku-ing. kku-iing!”
It’s Yongbi and Danbi, two giant bears with an incredibly developed sense of smell.
Whether they were strategically positioned around in anticipation of mealtime or they dashed over like shooting stars, the two bears’ clear eyes sparkled.
“…..This one’s not possible”
Seeing the remarkably innocent appearance of the two bear figures, which didn’t quite match their size, might make one want to protect them even if they hadn’t asked for it. But who is Sung-hyuk?
While he may be many things, when it comes to wild honey, he’s an unapologetic greedy one who wouldn’t yield to anyone.
Whatever the case may be, as a human, Sung-hyuk can’t help but have some level of selfishness.
But did Yongbi and Danbi anticipate Sung-hyuk’s attitude?
“kkuwo-eoeoeong…….”
“kku-iiing…….”
Yongbi and Danbi flatten their ears as they’re filled with sadness.
The notification that followed was unexpected even for Sung-hyuk.
[Conditions for granting the quest have been satisfied -> imminent childbirth, desperate need]
[Danbi sheds tears at the fragrance of the World Tree Wild Honey Mokcheong and Tpcheong you possess.]
[Special Quest, Danbi’s Preparations for Childbirth, is bestowed].
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TL/N:
1. Essentially saying, “If you’re going to act like that, go all in!”
2. It means that compared to the common honey Sung-hyuk will not share the byproduct of the Wild Beehives due to its rarity.
3. Mokcheong – Beehive that can be found built in trees
4. Tocheong – Beehive that can be found built in the ground/soil