Legendary Battle Pet

"In the days without Pina, my greatest source of comfort has been golden retriever. Without you, golden retriever might not have survived, so consider these Mystical Spirit Fruits my way of thanking you," said Juliana.

"Auntie, I am truly grateful for your generosity. But these Mystical Spirit Fruits are incredibly valuable. If there's anything you need help with, I promise to do my utmost!" Ethen quickly expressed his gratitude and willingness to help.

Upon hearing this, Juliana gave a warm smile. However, midway through her smile, she began to cough violently. She immediately covered her mouth with a handkerchief, but blood quickly seeped through, staining the white fabric red.

"Auntie, what's wrong?" Azrul and Ethen asked in unison, alarmed by the sight. They had noticed Juliana seemed a bit frail before, but they hadn't expected her to cough up blood. It was clear she was unwell.

The two immediately stepped forward to support the slightly unsteady Juliana.

"Cough, cough, it's nothing, just an old ailment," Juliana indicated that she was fine. However, under Azrul and Ethen's persistent questioning, she finally revealed her condition.

"It's the Black Centipede Poison!" Ethen and Azrul exclaimed in shock.

Black Centipede Poison is one of the top ten most lethal poisons in the world of battle pets. It is a chronic poison that doesn't kill immediately, but once contracted, it remains incurable for life. Historically, except for those at the gold level or higher, anyone afflicted with this poison invariably had only 1,000 days left to live. After 1,000 days, death was certain. This is the formidable power of Black Centipede Poison.

Other deadly poisons, no matter how severe their effects upon activation, still offer a chance for a cure. However, Black Centipede Poison is unique in that once contracted, there is no remedy; one can only wait for Death's inevitable arrival after 1,000 days.

In the book "Hundred Solutions to Poison," Black Centipede Poison is described as the only poison capable of accurately predicting the time of death for its victim.

At this moment, learning that Juliana was poisoned weighed heavily on Azrul and Ethen's hearts.

"Auntie, when did you become poisoned?" Ethen hesitated before asking.

"Hehe, after experiencing so much in life, I honestly find living more exhausting than dying, so I have no fear of death. To be honest with you, I was poisoned by the Black Centipede 999 days ago."

999 days! Hearing this number, Ethen and Azrul were stunned. This meant that Juliana had only one day left to live. Immediately, an overwhelming sense of sorrow engulfed them.

But there was nothing they could do, as no one in the world could cure Black Centipede Poison.

Seeing the two young men fall silent, Juliana smiled with a sense of peace. "There's no need for you to be sad. Everyone has their destiny, and I've come to terms with mine. Ethen, didn't you just say that if I have any requests, you would do your best to fulfill them?"

Hearing this, Ethen nodded repeatedly.

"Yes, Auntie, whatever you need, just say it, and I will make sure it is done."

"Good, then I have two requests for you."

"First, I would like you and Little Azrul to stay here with me today and keep me company. After I pass away tomorrow, I'd like you to bury me here in the mountains. There's no need for a grave or a headstone. Throughout my life, I've been exhausted by others' attention and interference. In death, I wish for peace."

Hearing her request, Ethen and Azrul nodded with tears in their eyes. They understood the immense malice she had faced throughout her life. Both swore to ensure that no one would disturb Aunt Juliana after her passing.

"Hmm, you are both good kids. What worries me the most right now is the golden retriever. Throughout my life, the companions I've had the longest are the butterfly, Pina, and the golden retriever. The butterfly was my early battle pet, and when Pina said she liked it, I gave it to her. After Pina and the butterfly left, the only one left by my side is the golden retriever. Just now, the golden retriever told me that it is very grateful and really likes you. Ethen, you have saved its life, which is also fate. My second request is that, after I die, I hope you can take care of the golden retriever for the rest of its life. Don't be fooled by its current weakness; actually, it has great potential. Once it passes its juvenile stage, it will experience a significant boost in strength. It is a rare 'Nine Phase Golden Retriever,' and I believe one day, it will become your most capable battle pet." Juliana continued.

"Alright! Auntie, I promise you," Ethen replied without hesitation.

After advancing to a Silver level battle pet master, he gained the qualification to contract a third battle pet.

"Let alone the fact that Juliana's experiences are heart wrenching, just the fact that Juliana is willing to give Ethen 10 Mystic Spirit Fruits is a kindness that he cannot repay."

Therefore, he agreed to Juliana's request without hesitation.

"Good, very good, now I am at ease..." Juliana's face showed a relaxed expression.

...

Azrul and Ethen spent Juliana's last night with her in the little courtyard of the mountain village. The next morning, at 8:58 AM, while chatting with Ethen, Juliana suddenly lowered her head and fell silent forever.

Juliana's passing brought immense sorrow to Ethen, golden retriever, and Azrul. For golden retriever, it lost the most cherished owner of its life. For Azrul, he would never again see Aunt Juliana, who used to take him on playful adventures.

As for Ethen, although he had only spent less than two days with Juliana, the kindness of her gift and the weight of her entrusted responsibility bound his life tightly with hers.

Late into the night before, knowing her end was near, Juliana took the initiative to dissolve her contract with golden retriever. Under her witness, Ethen successfully contracted with golden retriever.

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