Chapter 48: Unleashing Great Power

The light from the ​Light Cocoon​ grew increasingly intense, brighter and brighter. In that instant, Zhao Kuo seemed to see something within the light—a vertical pupil that had been tightly closed suddenly opened. Accompanied by a joyful hiss, the ​Light Cocoon​ shattered, and a small white snake with pure white wings flew out. Unlike before, this white snake now exuded a holy aura.

"Little White, you've evolved successfully!" Zhao Kuo couldn't hide his joy as he extended his hand, allowing the evolved Little White to land in his palm. Little White nodded with a sense of intelligence, then looked around in confusion. But in the next moment, its vertical pupils narrowed sharply. It had sensed the two disgusting creatures lurking in the darkness.

Originally, Little White had planned to play with its master after evolving, but it was met with this situation as soon as it emerged. It was angry. Little White shot forward, growing in size as it moved, its massive form now filling the tunnel.

As a third-tier beast, Little White's scales had become even tougher, and its body had grown more robust. Its wings, in particular, radiated a halo of light.

**[Platinum Winged Serpent (Pet) (Third Tier)]**​

**[Strength: 47/50]**​

**[Constitution: 44/50]**​

**[Speed: 48/50]**​

**[Spirit: 41/50]**​

**[Skills: Golden Eyes, Mutated Toxicity, Feather Storm]**​

**[Golden Eyes: Creatures with a spirit attribute lower than 45 (Pet's base spirit 40 + Master's bonus 5) are intimidated and cannot use skills for 90 seconds.]**​

**[Mutated Toxicity: The Platinum Winged Serpent can inject its venom into its target, dealing 4-8% HP damage per second for 15 seconds.]**​

[Feather Storm: The Platinum Winged Serpent spreads its wings, releasing pure feathers that burn all creatures they touch, reducing their speed. Additional damage is dealt to evil creatures.]

After evolving, Little White's attributes had significantly improved, and its name had changed from ​Mutated White Snake​ to ​Platinum Winged Serpent, giving it a more prestigious aura. Its skills had also been greatly enhanced, with the new ​Feather Storm​ skill providing both area-of-effect damage and a slowing effect, making it an excellent crowd control ability.

The aura of a third-tier beast spread through the tunnel, and the two spiders hiding in the darkness fell silent, clearly intimidated. But Little White wasn't about to let them go.

With a flap of its wings, Little White soared into the air, maneuvering deftly through the narrow tunnel. Each beat of its wings brought forth a radiant light that dispelled the surrounding darkness. Its target was clear—the two spiders cowering in the shadows—and its eyes gleamed with undeniable killing intent.

"Go, Little White, show them your power," Zhao Kuo murmured as he watched the angelic serpent.

As if hearing its master's words, Little White accelerated, transforming into a white streak of lightning as it lunged at one of the spiders. The gap between a second-tier and third-tier beast was like an insurmountable chasm!

The spider, still recovering from the Platinum Winged Serpent's overwhelming presence, could only react hastily, spewing sticky silk in an attempt to bind Little White. However, the silk slid off Little White's scales the moment it made contact, failing to slow the serpent even slightly.

Little White opened its mouth, revealing sharp fangs, and bit down on the spider's body. The ​Mutated Toxicity​ took effect immediately, and the spider's body began to wither at a visible rate. Green venom ravaged its insides, and within seconds, the once-arrogant spider had lost nearly half its HP, its body swaying precariously.

All of this happened in an instant, leaving even Zhao Kuo stunned.

The other spider, seeing this, flashed a look of fear in its eyes. It realized just how terrifying the Platinum Winged Serpent was and turned to flee. But Little White wasn't about to let it escape. With a flap of its wings, countless pure white feathers descended like divine soldiers, covering the entire tunnel. The moment the feathers touched the spider, faint flames erupted on its body, and its speed plummeted as it let out a shrill cry.

The ​Feather Storm​ skill not only dealt continuous burning damage but also severely restricted the spider's mobility. Seizing the opportunity, Little White attacked again, this time using its massive body to pin the spider down before injecting it with another dose of deadly venom.

The battle ended even faster than expected. The tunnel soon returned to silence, with only the corpses of the two spiders and the faint smell of burning lingering in the air.

Little White flapped its wings and slowly descended beside Zhao Kuo, its vertical pupils gleaming with the light of victory, as if waiting for its master's praise.

"Well done, Little White!" Zhao Kuo stroked the serpent's scales, his eyes full of admiration. "Once we mine this ore vein, I'll treat you to a feast tonight!"

Little White's strength had surpassed Zhao Kuo's expectations, especially the ​Feather Storm​ skill. Even if two more spiders appeared, they would likely be quickly dealt with, especially since spiders were evil creatures and took additional damage from the skill.

Tang Yingying also stepped out of the subway and picked up the tattered remains of her ​Plush Bunny, her heart aching.

"Can it be repaired?" Zhao Kuo asked. Honestly, the ​Plush Bunny​ was a powerful ally in certain situations, especially for reconnaissance and assassination.

Tang Yingying wiped the corner of her eye and nodded. "Yes, it'll take some materials, around 5 or 6 subway coins. It's not expensive, but it still hurts."

Doll masters poured their emotions into their creations, and when the ​Plush Bunny​ had been bitten, Tang Yingying had been devastated. At that moment, the weakened ​Plush Bunny​ slowly raised its head, its half-destroyed face displaying a smile that was both cute and eerie, as if comforting its grieving master.

Zhao Kuo sighed and walked over to the two spider corpses.

**[Decompose?]**​

The system prompt sounded. Honestly, it had been a while since he'd heard it.

As the subway advanced, the monsters were becoming increasingly powerful. If Little White hadn't evolved successfully, Zhao Kuo might have had to flee, missing out on this ore vein once again.

"Decompose," Zhao Kuo said calmly.

**[Decomposition complete: Spider Legs x3, Poison Sacs x2, Fangs x4, Subway Coins x30.]**​

No meat appeared, which made sense—spiders didn't have much meat on them, and even if they did, no one would dare eat it. However, the spider legs, poison sacs, and fangs were all useful materials. They could be used to craft melee weapons, and the poison sacs could be used to create venom for coating arrows, which would be highly effective.

Plus, there were 30 subway coins—a nice bonus.

But these were just small gains. Zhao Kuo was more interested in the ore vein. He looked at the wall not far away and took out a pickaxe from his satchel, ready to see what treasures lay within.