"According to Nalan Xia, a small portion of the purple-skinned creatures contain heavenly crystal stones within them.
These monsters also have a tendency to actively seize heavenly crystal stones...
From this, one can deduce that the majority of the heavenly crystal stones accumulated in the micro-world over the past few centuries have likely sunk underground and been intercepted by them!"
Wang Hui let out a cold snort.
Both source energy and its crystallized forms had long been secured in his possession.
There was no way others could lay claim to them!
He rummaged through the storage room and found a dozen or so used aluminum cans that he had set aside for sale, using scissors to cut them into tiny fragments the size of a pinky nail.
This would serve as the metal materials he promised to provide to the Nalan clan!
Compared to heavy iron, aluminum armor would be far lighter, ensuring that the warriors could be fully equipped without hindering their mobility.
"The orange from Fanta will go to the Zuo Qiu clan, the red from Coca-Cola to the Huyan clan, and the green from Sprite for the Nalan clan—perfect!"
Wang Hui nodded with satisfaction, stacking the small fragments into three separate piles.
For now, he only cut half of each can, fearing that the Nalan clan might struggle to accommodate too much at once.
Returning to the courtyard, he slid open the glass on the northern side of the micro-world and discovered that the Nalan clan had already cleared a spacious area in their territory.
A group of little ones, led by Nalan Xia, knelt beside the open ground, patiently awaiting their divine gift.
They had evidently heard from the Huyan clan about the procedure for receiving the divine bestowal and had prepared in advance.
However, as it was summer in the micro-world, there was no means to create natural containers like ice walls or deep pits for storing liquid resources such as milk.
"I'll prepare something fresh for you soon..."
A clever idea crossed Wang Hui's mind, prompting a smile to form on his lips.
What was milk, after all? The micro-world already had it; it was merely a matter of quantity.
Nalan Xia had always treated Wang Hui with utmost respect, playing a crucial role in promoting the harmonious development of the three clans.
Having endured both contributions and hardships, she certainly deserved an extraordinary reward!
Wang Hui placed the three stacks of aluminum fragments into the designated area before turning toward the refrigerator.
Meanwhile, within the micro-world,
Most of the Nalan clan members, who were not engaged in combat or defensive duties, began to gather around the newly cleared space.
"I heard our clan is about to receive divine gifts? Is that true?"
"Our leader announced it personally; how could it be false?"
"Rumor has it that the Huyan clan has enjoyed divine food and milk for over half a year. I wonder what we will receive..."
"Regardless of what it is, it proves that the divine has not forgotten us!"
"The Nalan clan has not been crushed by the underground monsters; the divine has acknowledged us!"
Excitement lit up their faces as they instinctively knelt at the edge of the open space, fervently praying like their leader before them.
Whoosh—
Suddenly, a vast shadow appeared in the sky, causing the Nalan clan members to simultaneously hold their breath.
This was the herald of the divine gift they had heard about!
Having been bathed in the source energy twice, Nalan Xia could even faintly discern an indescribable massive hand in the clouds above!
"Is that... truly the hand of a deity?"
Amidst the astonished gazes of the crowd, three towering metallic spires descended from the heavens!
Boom!!!
The sound of a single aluminum can's sheet crashing down produced a thunderous roar, creating a noticeable indentation in the ground!
The bright orange, red, and green colors gleamed dazzlingly under the sunlight.
The proud stone tower of the Nalan clan's leader paled in comparison to these three colossal metallic structures, both in height and prominence!
"Everyone!"
Nalan Xia was the first to awaken from her stupor.
She called out with conviction, "This is the divine metal bestowed by the deity! It is more resilient and lightweight than iron!
Who among you wishes to forge this into divine armor and arm our warriors?"
"I shall!"
The elder blacksmith Nalan Yuan, sporting curly whiskers, responded emphatically.
He gazed at the three spires of aluminum with an intensity that eclipsed the gaze one might reserve for three exquisite beauties!
"I will too!"
"And I!"
"Please, Leader, allow me to participate in the forging!"
With so many artisans in the Nalan clan, they all felt immensely privileged at the prospect of crafting armor from divine metal; it was an honor beyond measure!
When Wang Hui returned beside the glass enclosure, he was greeted by the sight of the exuberant crowd.
"Are they truly this excited over a mere aluminum can?"
He smiled gently, unwrapping another divine gift he held in his hand.
A bar of delectable German milk chocolate!
...
With Nalan Xia skillfully stirring the atmosphere, the clan members were in high spirits, eagerly beginning to transport the aluminum sheets.
Those who had lost family members to the attacks of the underground monsters, particularly the blacksmiths, channeled their sorrow and fury into their work, vowing to create flawless armor and weapons.
They wished for those wretched creatures to experience the same merciless slaughter they had inflicted upon their kin!
"Wait! The divine bestowal is not yet complete!"
Noticing the giant hand reappear in the clouds, Nalan Xia quickly cautioned her clansmen to step back.
Thud, thud, thud, thud!!
Suddenly, numerous large dark brown objects plummeted from the sky!
Accompanying this was a wave of extraordinarily sweet aromas.
"Is that... the legendary divine food?"
"That can't be right; I traded a small piece of divine food from the Huyan clan before, and it wasn't this dark nor this fragrant."
"Who says there is only one kind of divine food? Even mortals enjoy a variety of dishes; the divine undoubtedly possesses different delicacies!"
The crowd murmured among themselves, exchanging whispers.
Before long, all eyes turned to their leader.
In the eyes of the Nalan clan, every generation's leader was recognized as the most intelligent and learned individual within the tribe.
Moreover, the present leader, Nalan Xia, was regarded in whispers as a favored one of the divine, surely she would recognize this mysterious item?
"Ahem..."
Feeling the weight of their gaze upon her, Nalan Xia awkwardly cleared her throat, her expression slightly strained.
Her vast knowledge, after all, was limited to the confines of the micro-world.
Faced with a transcendent confection like chocolate, she was utterly at a loss!
Yet, as all eyes were upon her, Nalan Xia steeled herself and stepped forward, attempting to appear composed as she broke off a fist-sized piece of chocolate to sample.
"Mmm..."
Having just retrieved it from the refrigerator, the first sensation of the chocolate melting in her mouth was surprisingly cool.
Then, a rich, sweet, and unique flavor enveloped her palate!
Amidst this delightful experience, a slight bitterness lingered, enhancing rather than detracting from the overall taste.
"This is exquisite..."
Nalan Xia couldn't help but exclaim in wonder.
For the first time in her life, she felt her vocabulary insufficient, unable to find the right words to describe such a delectable treat.
After savoring it for a prolonged moment, Nalan Xia turned to face her eager clansmen.
"This is an unprecedented delicacy, a precious gift bestowed upon us by the divine!
The blood of our thousands of fallen kin has not been shed in vain; endowed with this powerful divine metal and ample provisions, we shall ensure those underground vermin pay the price!"
Nalan Xia's speech, as ever, resonated with inspiration.
Yet, she had chocolate residue adorning her lips, lending an amusing touch to the solemnity of the moment...
"Annihilate the purple-skinned creatures! Avenge our fallen brethren!"
"With the divine above us, we fear nothing!"
"Thank you, O Divine Being! Our clan shall not squander your blessings!"
The clan members were filled with fervor, their earlier despair and gloom vanishing into thin air!