19.9%!
This is Wang Wu's overall growth level at this moment.
Basking in the sunlight, he suddenly had an impulse to break out of his cocoon and transform into a butterfly. There was no need for precise measurement now; he had indeed grown somewhat.
His weight was uncertain, but his height seemed to have increased by two centimeters, and his length had also increased by about two centimeters. This could be determined from the interlocking rocky protrusions in the rock crevices.
He could clearly feel that his strength was increasing, his running and jumping felt more powerful, and his claws were becoming harder and sharper.
But these were not reflected in the attribute bar, and it seemed to require the final 0.1% growth.
Wang Wu was not in a hurry. It was now dusk, the drizzling rain had stopped, the mist dispersed, and the valley regained its usual hustle and bustle and vitality.
The expanse of shrubs seemed denser, having grown taller and thicker over the past few days. The wild grass swayed nonchalantly in the breeze.
More interestingly, the shrubs had blossomed with small white flowers; the faint fragrance wafting in the air was quite intoxicating.
And with flowers comes flower thieves!
A buzzing sound came, and it was an armed wild bee squad gathering honey. Their size was comparable to a human thumb, with golden-yellow fur, strong and powerful wings, and cold, intimidating stingers. Even the flocking little red birds pretended not to see them.
In fact, all the little demons in the valley treated this squad of armed wild bees as air, even though they weren't native to this valley.
Yes, neighborly relations and peaceful coexistence; we're all peace-loving little demons!
Wang Wu hid in the rock crevices, watching in envy. Instinct told him this armed wild bee squad was formidable and not to be provoked, as a wrong move could lead to an invasion by a massive armed wild bee army…
Just hoping they are just passing through.
The afterglow of the sunset gradually faded. On the pale blue sky, a few lazy clouds drifted by, and the shadows of several stars were faintly visible.
The shadow cast by the tall snowy mountain to the west loomed like the cloak of a great demon king, sweeping over with a whoosh…
"Now's the moment!"
Wang Wu suddenly shot out from the rock crevice like an arrow from a bow. He had never felt he could run so fast, feeling the wind whistling, murmuring sweetly by his ears, like the little demon he had tamed...
Hmm, he was out to seize the Gray Rat's corpse.
During the day, deterred by the Flame Scorpion King's might, no little demon dared to scavenge here, but with nightfall, all bets were off.
"Whoosh!"
A gust of wind swept overhead, accompanied by the flapping of wings. Just as Wang Wu was about to lay hands on a corpse, a large bat beat him to it.
Damn!
He immediately turned around, and as the saying goes, great minds think alike. Plenty of little demons had the same idea about the corpses.
Wang Wu even spotted a few grass-flying spiders hopping agilely around!
At that moment, at least a hundred various little demons surged out.
Clearly, they weren't impressed by the Grey Mouse Knight's reputation.
However, Wang Wu still managed to grab two corpses and even managed to swat down two reckless wandering mantis blade masters. Damn, those things are everywhere.
After a fierce competition, the valley once again erupted into a new rhythm of fighting, many little demons shouting hoarsely, busy procreating. The prolonged rain meant more food, better climate, a better environment, and more vitality.
But tonight, there was significantly less of the Gray Mouse Knights' patrolling sound, which was quite missed.
After dinner, Wang Wu quickly entered Level 5 Concealment State and soon fell asleep.
Sleeping and Level 5 Concealment didn't conflict for him; he didn't know how it worked, just that it might be an innate ability.
But tonight, Wang Wu unexpectedly had a dream. In the dream, he punched the White Rat and kicked the Scorpion King, successfully reaching the cliff throne with unmatched glory, only to fall off the cliff due to complacency, waking up covered in cold sweat.
Upon waking, he suddenly realized his growth level had successfully surpassed 20%, and even the attribute bar had fully refreshed.
To his pleasant surprise, upon close inspection, he found that when the growth level reached 20%, all his basic attributes were increased by one level.
His Life Value increased from 100 points to 110 points.
His Physical Strength also increased from 100 points to 110 points.
His Power increased from 5 points to 6 points.
His agility went from 2 points to 3 points.
His defense increased from a recent 8 points to 9 points.
Even his satiety limit was raised to 350 points.
The rest remained unchanged, especially the bloodline evolution level at the very bottom of the attribute bar, which continued to display a gray, inactive state at 10%, leaving its activation conditions unknown.
"So, if I can raise my growth level to 100%, that means I can gain another 40 points of life, 40 points of physical strength, 4 points of power, 4 points of agility, 4 points of defense."
Wang Wu pondered this. At first glance, it seemed exaggerated, but thinking deeper, it felt reasonable.
He's currently equivalent to the infancy stage of a human, with the next phase akin to toddlerhood.
Especially since he was a young ancient giant bear.
When a human baby grows to toddlerhood, the changes are drastic.
Let alone being a bear.
But there was also a corresponding problem.
Because the development laws of things are logical. Even in the Immortal Realm, this law has to be followed.
That is, this bear cannot have infinite growth opportunities.
Growing from infancy to toddlerhood naturally makes him stronger.
Then growing from toddlerhood to childhood, from childhood to youth, then adulthood, and finally old age.
In total, there are six growth stages at most.
If he just grows step by step, even if he becomes a qualified adult ancient giant bear, what's the point?
Stagnation is practically regression.
Thinking about this, Wang Wu glanced at the special attribute in his attribute bar, which was the extra growth potential.
This was acquired after collecting the Ordinary Snake Poison Resistance (5/5).
"So this extra growth potential should be key to surpassing limits, maybe even unlocking the bloodline evolution level."
"Whether or not, let's see the effect once I've gathered the Ice Resistance and Flame Resistance."
Wang Wu mused, and then made a somewhat bold decision. Although the Ice Resistance couldn't be worked on temporarily, the Flame Resistance was within easy reach.
Especially since the Flame Scorpion King was now left without followers. If he didn't seize the opportunity to challenge it, then when?
Moreover, after the exhaustive battles over the past few days, the Scorpion King was unlikely at its peak, making it worth the risk to attempt boosting the Flame Resistance.
By dawn, Wang Wu didn't try to rest further. He dashed out of the rock crevice and began climbing the cliff. Unlike his usual careful approach, this time his movements were quick. In no time, he reached the first step of the cliff, about ten meters above the ground.
But before he could observe his surroundings or enjoy the view of the valley below, an evidently weakened fireball, no bigger than half a human head, angrily shot towards him.
Wang Wu didn't dodge, but took it head-on.
"Boom!"
Sounding like thunder, Wang Wu transformed into a fireball and rolled down the cliff.
What bliss!