The little White Snake gulped down the Thousand Petals Wuji Soulstar flower's seed in a flash.
Almost immediately, the flower's magic began working on the small creature.
Within just a handful of seconds, all the injuries on the snake's body vanished.
"Looks like it's working," Di Tian said with a relieved sigh, satisfied that the flower was doing its job.
HISSS!!!
But just as he started feeling relieved, he heard the little snake hiss. "Huh, what's going on now?"
[No worries; the little white snake is simply shedding its old skin. Although the process isn't painful, snakes can feel a bit exposed and uneasy while shedding,]
"Ah, it's just shedding its skin. That's good," Di Tian responded, relieved by her explanation. He watched the snake attentively. Even though he focused on the snake, he also kept an eye on their surroundings. Thanks to his
[This time, the new skin it grows will possess magical properties. Previously, the snake was just a highly intelligent creature, but now it will become a spiritual being capable of tapping into the energy of heaven and earth. Its innate talent will also experience significant growth,]
"That's to be expected, considering it absorbed MY blood," Di Tian commented with a touch of pride.
[Don't forget that you were quite terrified when you discovered the flower had absorbed your blood,]
"Hump," Di Tian snorted but opted not to answer. He was well aware that if he got into an argument with this UNIQUE skill of his, he would undoubtedly come out as the loser.
[Your praise is greatly appreciated,]
...
After a few hours passed, the little white snake finally finished shedding its skin. It had also grown a bit during the process, and now the little creature was no longer so small – it had transformed into a 1.5-meter-long snake.
Its once-white skin had taken on a texture reminiscent of white dragon scales, giving off a mystical aura. There was a touch of blueish glow around the edges of these scales. The creature now sported a crown of white and blue feathers, while fins resembling ice extended from its head down to the tip of its tail. Two long feathers acted like horns, and its blue eyebrows matched its radiant blue eyes, which now seemed to glow even brighter than before.
Di Tian felt his breath taken away; even before transforming, the little white snake was adorable. But now, its beauty and cuteness had reached an entirely new level.
Hisssss!!!!
The white snake hissed, approaching Di Tian and rubbing its head against his arm.
Although the little guy had grown to 1.5 meters, it was still much smaller compared to Di Tian, who was at least 5 meters long, if not longer.
"Good little guy, you've truly surprised me," Di Tian praised its transformation as he gently patted its head with great care.
[Name: Unknown (NaN)]
[Species: Celestial Serpent]
[Stats:
Vitality: 150
Stamina: 100
Agility: 180
Attack Power: 200
Strength: 140
Defense: 250]
[Skills:
- Bite (1)
- Fatal Poison (1)
- Constrict (1)
- Stellar Flare (1)
- Heavenly Serpent Dance (1)]
[Initiate Abilities:
- Empowered Scales (1)
- Elemental Harmony (1)
- Serpent's Reverie (1)]
[Unique Skills:
- Inherited Memory (Locked)]
[Remarks: "Eyes that hold the secrets of stars, and feathers that whisper forgotten tales."]
"Holy Molly, your stats are really high, little thing. Even your skills are amazing," Di Tian instinctively appraised the white snake's status and was left astonished by what he saw.
Although not as exaggerated as his own stats, the little guy's stats were still exceptional, considering it was just a non-level creature.
Upon closely examining its skills and initiate abilities, Di Tian even felt a tinge of envy. Regardless, one thing was clear: this little guy had become remarkably overpowered after its transformation.
…
"Well, little guy, you don't have a name, huh? Hey, I know, how about I give you one?" Di Tian gently let the little guy slither onto his claw and brought it closer to his face.
HISSS!!!
The white snake appeared to understand his intention, nodding its head vigorously in response.
"Alright then, let's think..." Di Tian started to ponder a name for the little guy while the creature in question stared at him with a hopeful glimmer in its eyes.
"How about Chang Tao?" Di Tian noticed the little creature's gaze fixed on him, but the sparkle of interest in its eyes had vanished, as if his suggested name had struck it with disappointment.
"Alright, if you're not keen on that one, I'll come up with another. How about Qiao Bojing?" This time, the creature's expression seemed to well up with a mix of sadness and frustration.
"Still not fond of that one, then..."
[Even cold-blooded snakes can apparently shed tears due to your creative talents, Master. I must applaud you.]
'What? It's a female snake?!' Di Tian's inner thoughts echoed with surprise as he realized why the little snake had seemed so disheartened by the names he'd proposed. He had been suggesting male-suited names for a female creature.
It was a wonder that the little one hadn't lashed out with her tail by now.
'Alright, alright, I just need to come up with a fitting female name. No big deal.' Di Tian directed his focus toward conjuring up a suitable name and suddenly recalled one of the captivating folktales from his previous life in the Hua nation.
The tale centered around a white snake named Bai Suzhen, also known as Madame White Snake. This story stood among the four renowned myths in Chinese folklore. It wove a romantic narrative between a human and a potent white snake spirit. Bai Suzhen, the white snake, transformed into a woman and fell deeply in love with a young scholar named Xu Xian. They shared marriage and happiness until a Buddhist monk named Fa Hai unearthed Bai Suzhen's true identity, determined to sever their bond. Fa Hai exposed Bai Suzhen's serpentine form, leading to her imprisonment within a tower. Despite her confinement, Bai Suzhen's love for Xu Xian remained steadfast. Assisted by her sister, Xiaoqing, Bai Suzhen managed to save Xu Xian from a life-threatening ailment triggered by Fa Hai's actions. The narrative encompassed themes of affection, sacrifice, and the juxtaposition of the human and mystical realms, underscoring love's resilience in the face of adversity.
"How about Bai Suzhen?" The words slipped from Di Tian's lips subconsciously, his mind wrapped up in memories. To his surprise, the little white snake responded with a happy hiss, as if confirming her approval of the name he had chosen.
HISSS!
HISS!
The little white snake, now known as Bai Suzhen, hissed merrily and nuzzled her face against his.
"Very well then, from this moment forward, your name shall be Bai Suzhen."
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