Chapter 547: Old Matriarch Orsela
In this world, there are various cultivation resources that could increase a cultivator's lifespan; however, after reaching a point, those cultivation resources become useless.
As the Matriarch of the Hermit Tribe, Ancestor Orsela used many such cultivation resources during her time when the Moonshadow Tribe was still thriving.
So, for her, using the regular cultivation resources or even the most special ones had become useless.
'Thanks to my thousands of years of seclusion, I am confident that with a lifespan of 10 years and proper cultivation resources, I can become a Soul Transformation Realm cultivator.'
After awakening from her deep slumber and learning about Ethan, Orsela's dream of becoming a Soul Transformation Realm cultivator was reignited.
Therefore, without hesitation, she swore in front of everyone in the hall that she would serve Ethan if he could really increase her lifespan by at least 10 years.
"Are you sure about becoming my servant for the rest of your life?"
Hearing the Old Matriarch of the Moonshadow Tribe, Ethan could not help but ask her with a slight smile.
"I know it is hard for you to believe my words, but you can ask Little Skulnen about me and what words I speak. In my entire life, I have never once gone back on my words."
The Old Matriarch looked at Skulnen to back her words.
"Yes, Master Ethan. Back in those days, Matriarch Orsela was known for keeping her word."
Skulnen didn't think much and backed her words because it was the truth.
"Good then, I will believe your words."
Ethan nodded his head; however, he was not worried too much because, once he used the General Godly Revival Life Card, the system would project her real-time loyalty towards him.
Soon, Ethan brought her to a room and gifted her a high-level spirit stone to use.
As soon as she used it, the Special Talent: Gift of Eternal Pursuit was activated, and Old Matriarch Orsela's battle prowess decreased by 50 percent.
"Try to attack me with your weakest attack."
Next, Ethan asked her to attack him.
"Okay."
Old Matriarch Orsela was not worried and followed Ethan's instructions without hesitation.
'Kacha.'
What happened next was that Ethan activated one of his bloodlines and killed her with ease.
Soon after, he used the Godly General Revival Life Card on her, generating the [Interface of the Killer's Stats].
[Interface of the Killer's Stats]
[1) [Cultivation] Perfected Golden Core Realm (The target's cultivation is much higher. So, it can't be bought)]
[2) [Cultivation Technique] Heavenly Spirit Essence Refining Technique (Completion Stage) - 1 Billion Life Points]
[3) [Inventory] Ancient Mist Pearl - 20 Billion Life Points]
[4) [Cultivation Talent] Eternal Vitality - 1 Billion Life Points]
[5) [Special Effect] Radiant Clear Heart - 100 Million Life Points]
[Available Life Points: 20.2 Billion Life Points]
'As I expected, when reviving the ones who are nearing the end of their lifespan, the system will generate the Special Talent: [Eternal Vitality].'
The first thing Ethan checked from the [Interface of the Killer's Stats] was the [Cultivation Talent].
If the system didn't generate that Special Talent, things would be very complicated for him.
Even though Ethan had the backup plan of using the Emerald Lightning Life Grass or pills, their effects on the Old Matriarch would be less effective.
Only after confirming it, Ethan smiled and checked the other stats in the interface.
'[Cultivation Technique] is the same, and I will buy it for sure.'
Since her cultivation was much higher than Ethan's, it could not be bought, and the [Cultivation Technique], Heavenly Spirit Essence Refining Technique, was the most suitable one for all living beings.
So, he bought it without thinking much.
'Huh? In the inventory, the Ancient Artifact has appeared.'
Ethan was a bit surprised to see the appearance of the Ancient Mist Pearl, which he had gotten after destroying the Ancient Evil Spirit.
'Its cost is….I can't buy it.'
Even though Ethan had enough Life Points to buy it, he wouldn't be able to buy other things after that.
Moreover, he also needed Life Points to buy stats for himself.
Another reason why he didn't want to buy it was that he was barely using the Ancient Mist Pearl. So, there was no need to buy another one.
'Even though I can't buy it now, I can buy it in the future.'
Since the system generated it once, it would generate it again. So, Ethan was not worried much about it.
'Also, the good thing is, thanks to its appearance, I got to understand the Ancient Artifact's worth…which is around Rank 9 or even Rank 10.'
Earlier, the skull of a Rank 10 Demonic Blood Dragon cost 10 Billion Life Points, and the Ancient Mist Pearl's price was 20 Billion Life Points.
So, Ethan could roughly gauge the grade of the Ancient Mist Pearl.
'From the looks of it, this Ancient Mist Pearl is useful to the Old Matriarch Orsela. Maybe I should give her the Ancient Mist Pearl in my possession.'
All the stats generated in the [Interface] were useful to the reviver, and since he already had one Ancient Mist Pearl, Ethan decided to give it to her in the future.
'Lastly, the special effect is…[Radiant Clear Heart].'
It was another surprise to Ethan because he was not expecting the system to generate the effects of his Heavenly Talents.
'Interesting…'
Since the system couldn't generate the Heavenly Talents for the Godly General Revival Life Card, generating the special effects of the Heavenly Talents made Ethan excited.
'It's time to end my shopping and revive the Old Matriarch.'
[The host has spent 2.1 Billion Life Points in the interface and revived the Foreign Cultivator: Orsela Moonshadow]
"As I promised you, I have increased your lifespan….by 100,000 years."
As soon as the Old Matriarch Orsela revived, Ethan directly informed her about his promise.
"T-this…I can feel it…the vitality….it is more than what I had during my prime."
Orsela's voice trembled, but not from weakness—rather from disbelief. As her soul sense surged outward, she instantly grasped the monumental changes taking place within her body.
The faint, flickering flame of her life force, which was supposed to gutter out within hours, now burned with an eternal brilliance.
Her spiritual sea roared as if a boundless river had been poured into it, and the frailty of decay that had chained her for centuries shattered in an instant.
The transformation was immediate, and it was not limited to her inner self but also her appearance.
Her skeletal frame straightened as a soft glow rippled through her skin, burning away every wrinkle and age spot.
Baggy bones filled with vigor, marrow and blood surging with endless vitality. Her white, thinning hair cascaded down her back in a lustrous midnight black, shimmering faintly under the moonstones.
Before the stunned eyes of Ethan, the frail ancestor who looked ready to collapse at any moment was no longer an old husk—she now stood tall, her figure refined, her aura ethereal.
Orsela's appearance had regressed to that of a woman in her late twenties, her skin smooth like jade, her features sharp yet graceful. Unlike Matriarch Skyla, whose eternal beauty was a carefully cultivated illusion technique, this was no disguise. This was her true self, restored by the unshakable might of [Eternal Vitality].
Ethan could not help but marvel at the sight before him. The woman standing in front of him radiated a beauty that could topple kingdoms—graceful curves, jade-like skin, eyes that gleamed like starlight, and an aura so vibrant it seemed to hum with eternal life.
For a fleeting moment, even he felt his composure waver.
But then, he reminded himself.
'She might look like she's in her twenties, but this woman has lived for over twenty thousand years.'
That thought was enough to steady his mind, cooling the flicker of temptation that had briefly risen.
He was not the kind of man who would be swayed simply by appearances, no matter how divine they are…. at least that's what Ethan thought.
As for Orsela, she lowered her gaze respectfully, her tone firm, carrying no hesitation.
"From this moment onwards, I will be Master Ethan's servant. As long as it won't harm my tribe, I will do anything that Master Ethan asks me to do."
Her oath was not spoken lightly. It carried weight, and Ethan could feel it.
[The subordinate Orsela's loyalty has risen to 100 points]
Her loyalty directly rose to 100 points, making Ethan a bit unhappy because he wouldn't get an extra reward since the system has yet to generate the mission for that.
Anyway, he didn't think much about it and said, "Let's go."
Soon, the doors opened, and they stepped out together.
The gathered members of the Moonshadow Tribe—elders, guardians, and disciples alike—were waiting outside in silent anticipation.
'T-this…who is that lady?'
But the instant their eyes landed on Orsela, every jaw slackened, every gaze widened.
For a moment, they didn't recognize Orsela; however, other than Ethan and Orsela, no one entered that room. So, they knew it…it was none other than the Old Matriarch Orsela.
The ancient matriarch who had withered away to a husk of bone and parchment skin had vanished. In her place stood a goddess of youth and vitality, her beauty so radiant it eclipsed even the famed allure of Matriarch Skyla.
For a heartbeat, no one could believe what they were seeing.
"Am I seeing things?"
"I am sure I am dreaming."
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Gasps echoed across the courtyard. Some rubbed their eyes, others staggered back in shock.
"It's… impossible…" whispered an elder, trembling. "That's… Ancestor Orsela?"
Orsela allowed the silence to stretch for a moment before her lips curved into an ethereal smile—soft, yet carrying the authority of one who had returned from the brink of death.
"It's all thanks to Master Ethan," she declared, her voice calm yet firm, carrying across the courtyard like a gentle chime. "From now on, the Moonshadow Tribe should serve him well."
Her gaze swept over Matriarch Skyla and the Ancient Elders, leaving no room for argument.
'Even without further help from Master Ethan, Old Matriarch Orsela will definitely reach the Soul Transformation Realm.'
Orsela was no longer just the old ancestor whose words could be debated—she was once again the eternal pillar of the Moonshadow Tribe, restored and more formidable than ever.
Moreover, Skyla knew that with Ethan's help, Orsela would definitely reach the Soul Transformation Realm.
"Yes, Ancestor!"
Following Skyla, the Ancient Elders immediately bowed their heads, their voices uniting in a solemn pledge.
Ethan stood silently at Orsela's side, watching the ripple of change spread through the Moonshadow Tribe.
In just a single day, he had not only gained their loyalty, but through Orsela, he had secured their complete submission.
'Now, it is time to take over the Green Lotus Enclave and complete the System Upgrade Mission.'
Ethan smiled as he completed his goal of coming to the Moonshadow Tribe and decided to complete the pending mission of taking over the Green Lotus Enclave and reviving the Green Lotus Tribe.