Dragon Monarch System Chapter 988:- Harvesting the Dead Men’s Wealth [II]

"With some free time available now, let's pick up where I left off." These storage rings came from the core and inner members of the Organization. Nearly every item inside them held value for Aditya.

He had a particular fondness for seizing the possessions of those he had slain.

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『Rank - Peak 5-star Spiritual Herb』

『Description - A rare herb that grows only in places rich in Spirit Veins. Consuming the orchid strengthens the user’s meridians and slightly increases Mana regeneration for three months. However, improper refining can poison the user’s meridians.』

『Quantity - 3』

The Nine-Leaf Spirit Orchid wasn't particularly large. Yet it possessed an enchanting allure that drew the gaze instantly. Nine sleek leaves extended from its core like a miniature starburst, each one slender, graceful, and flawlessly formed.

A subtle emerald-green glow drifted lazily over the leaves' surface, as though a soft luminescence danced within the plant. Occasionally, delicate wisps of spiritual energy escaped from the orchid and faded into the atmosphere, resembling gentle vapor.

Aditya sensed the abundant spiritual energy emanating from the herb with ease.

"This could prove quite useful."

"Should Riya manage to cultivate these uncommon herbs and thrive in the Dragon Palace, it would bring immense advantages to the whole Empire."

Though this herb shared the same rank as the Dragon Grass, it wasn't quite as scarce. The Dragon Grass offered far greater potency and versatility.

"Still, since I'm no Alchemist, I can't say for certain." For the moment, Aditya chose to pass them to Julia for examination and inquire with Riya about growing them.

'Perhaps there's a method to blend the Dragon Grass with the Nine-Leaf Spirit Orchid for an even more wondrous creation.'

『Heaven’s Echo Bell』

『Rank - Mid 6-star』

『Description - A palm-sized bronze bell that emits a wave of spiritual sound when struck with Mana. The sound can disrupt enemy spell casting and temporarily shake the minds of weaker cultivators. However, the bell can only be used three times per day before it requires 24 hours to recharge.』

The bell fit neatly into his hand. Its exterior featured intricate ancient etchings resembling rippling sound waves inscribed on the bronze. The material gleamed with a muted golden-bronze hue, but channeling Mana through it sparked subtle waves of silvery light along the carvings.

A straightforward round handle crowned the bell, adorned with minuscule runic inscriptions that baffled even Aditya. Even in stillness, a soft resonant hum appeared to emanate from it.

Upon hearing the details, Aditya drew in a sharp breath to steady his pounding heart and surging feelings.

'This could serve as the perfect counter to Mages. Not even a Mid 6th-order Mage might withstand the might of this Heaven’s Echo Bell.'

Yet Aditya suspected it held little value for him personally. Given his teleportation ability and recent Class awakening, the bell offered scant utility. It might come in handy if he suffered grave wounds and required halting an enemy mage's assault.

'Though such scenarios remain highly unlikely.'

Aditya's combat approach hinged on blistering velocity. Mages' primary flaw lay in their low Agility. They frequently faltered against swift foes who evaded their strikes. Typically, body path cultivators faced vulnerabilities from concealed spells, ambushes, and mages' elemental assaults. However, Aditya bridged both domains as a hybrid. His elemental abilities, being Manipulation-based, demanded no incantations.

As a body path cultivator too, his Divine Dragon physique granted exceptional durability, surpassing peers in the same Realm. In essence, Aditya dominated in both realms.

『Crimson Blood Refinement Fruit』

『Rank - Peak 5-star』

『Description - A spiritual fruit capable of strengthening the body’s blood essence. After refinement, it enhances physical strength and vitality. However, the fruit is extremely violent in nature, and cultivators below the 4th Order risk internal bleeding if they attempt to refine it directly.』

『Quantity - 5』

The fruit resembled a modest apple in size, though its hue was pale blue. Fine dark lines crisscrossed its skin, throbbing faintly with a crimson luminescence, as if the fruit pulsed with life.

"Yet another valuable find."

'With some fortune, I might reap rewards from devouring one of these fruits.'

He consumed the Crimson Blood Refinement Fruit without delay. It tasted akin to a crisp apple. But every morsel brimmed with vibrant life force.

'Without question, this stands as the mightiest Magic Fruit I've ever tasted.'

Several minutes after eating the fruit, no changes occurred. Realizing it needed time to take effect, Aditya shifted his attention elsewhere.

『Dragonbone Wrist Guards』

『Rank - Mid 5-star』

『Description - Wrist guards crafted from the bones of an ancient dragon beast. They significantly enhance the user’s grip strength and reduce recoil from powerful weapon techniques. When infused with Mana, the guards temporarily reinforce the user’s arms to withstand stronger attacks.』

Fashioned from bone, the wrist guards bore elaborate runes etched upon them. Thanks to his rune studies, Aditya deciphered portions of them, though not the entirety.

'Excellent gear!'

'Yet I can enhance it further.' He opted to store it away for now. Upon reaching 5-star runemaster status, he could improve the wrist guards substantially. Aditya intended to claim them for his own use.

Regarding these wrist guards formed from an Ancient Dragon's bone, he harbored no qualms. Deep down, he believed himself ideally suited to unleash their full potential as the Dragon Monarch.

Just as he prepared to proceed, a potent surge of energy erupted from his stomach, racing through his body like a fierce gale sweeping outward. In moments, this vigorous force permeated every cell.

For an instant, Aditya felt utterly unstoppable. But the sensation vanished swiftly.

『Ding! You have consumed the Crimson Blood Refinement Fruit. Your base Strength has increased by [55+].』

『Ding! You have consumed the Crimson Blood Refinement Fruit. Your base Stamina has increased by [45+].』

'Impressive results!' A straight boost of [100] points to his core attributes marked a tremendous gain. Though it appeared modest at present, in combat, such margins could tip the scales toward victory.

The remaining contents from the Storage ring failed to capture Aditya's interest.

Indeed, certain items shone with quality, yet they offered no benefit to his family or generals. Distributing them as incentives to soldiers and nobles for their services seemed more appropriate.

One certainty stood out: no item in the Storage ring proved worthless. Those unneeded by Aditya or his inner circle went straight to the Treasury. Nobles could exchange merits for them.

Determining the merit value for redemption fell to Spencer and his team. Such details lay beneath the Dragon Monarch's notice. Having established an flawless framework, his subordinates now handled its execution.

Spirit Stones appeared in abundance among the finds, presenting yet another boon.

Aditya required ample Spirit Stones to elevate the Dragon Palace to level 3.

He aimed to advance the Dragon Palace to level 3 prior to departing for the Main Continent. His previous Tunnel World journey lasted nearly two weeks, but this venture could stretch far longer, and regrettably, he couldn't take his loved ones along. Thus, he sought to erect an impregnable bastion that even a lone Peak 5th-order cultivator or bands of them couldn't breach during his absence.

A level 3 Dragon Palace could readily repel assaults from multiple Peak 5th-order cultivators simultaneously. Moreover, the prior upgrade unveiled numerous capabilities. What groundbreaking enhancements might the Dragon Palace reveal this time?

'It'd be incredible to compress the Dragon Palace to a speck and tote it everywhere.' Still, he recognized that in this fantastical realm, such a feat remained unattainable. After all, with inhabitants and life forms within, miniaturizing the Dragon Palace defied possibility.

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