Please be my partner (1-610).

Summary

Mei Lun and his canine companion Spike approach a treacherous river filled with malevolent spirits. Spike, guided by its ability [Immortal Battle Will], senses the danger and hesitates to proceed. After a chilling vision of a towering figure on Crystal Mountain, Spike retreats, and Mei Lun realizes the river is a perilous area linked to the figure's power. They decide to explore downstream, avoiding the river's influence. After several days, they encounter a jungle of large, kelp-like leaves. Mei Lun attempts to communicate with the green spheres that emerge from the leaves, initially met with hostility. After establishing a connection, he offers crystals as reparations, which pleases the spheres. The deep green sphere, now more receptive, engages in a dialogue with Mei Lun about protection and trade, but before a conclusion can be reached, the jungle vibrates, and a powerful green halo emanates from its depths.

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