The villainous young master just wants to live a Buddhist-like life.

　This indicates that starting from number 4, the pollutant evolved to the point where it could even corrode energy.

　The higher the number, the faster the pollutants settle above the surface.

　The fastest-sinking contaminant, number nine, couldn't hold on for long. Each clump of contaminant Professor Cazell extracted from the bottle was the size of a fingernail.

　After he finished, he said, "The mask can protect against the poison, but it cannot protect against pollution. Be careful and do not touch it."

　Dak nodded and said, "Understood."

　Professor Kazel activated his "Eye of Truth" and said, "Have your magical spirit try to purify it one by one, starting with contaminant number zero. It's purification, not absorption. We can't be sure if it can withstand the corrosive effects of the contaminants after absorbing them, so don't take that risk for now."

　Dark picked up "Shami" and placed it on the table, whispering, "I'm counting on you from now on."

　"Meow!" Shaymin raised its head, revealing a confident look in its eyes. Dark gently tapped its forehead, then withdrew his hand, quietly waiting for Shaymin's performance.

　He was actually a little nervous, but he didn't say it.

　With the opening of the "Eye of Truth," the world began to change in his eyes.

　The air inside the laboratory seemed to have solidified.

　Both Dak and Professor Kazel kept their eyes fixed on "Shami".

　But there was no sign of tension on "Shemi's" face.

　It raised its nose and sniffed, the green grass on its back shimmering slightly, and then automatically purified the toxins it had inhaled.

　Then, it actually stuck out its little tongue and licked the corner of its mouth... "Meow—"

　"Shemi" took its short legs and walked to the zero pollutant first, beginning the active effect of "natural recovery".

　Wisps of green light began to emanate from its body. But after leaving its body, the green light gradually transformed into a dazzling white light.

　When the zero pollutant was exposed to white light, its black surface faded at a speed visible to the naked eye.

　Immediately afterwards, the white light spread to the first pollutant. The first pollutant was also unable to withstand the purification effect of the white light, and the blackness on its surface disappeared almost completely when the light touched it.

　Then the natural power released by "Shemi" penetrated into the interior of the pollutants along with the light.

　Then came pollutant number two, pollutant number three, pollutant number four... In almost an instant, the surface of all ten pollutants placed on the table was purified!

　Even the surface substances of pollutants No. 8 and No. 9 turned white without exception!

　"This……"

　Seeing this, even Professor Cazell couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.

　He tried many methods during this period, but none of them worked against pollutants number eight and nine.

　If that doesn't work, he'll have to prepare to enter the secret passage and try to purify it using the enhanced ritual effects of the passage.

　Unexpectedly, the magical spirit that Dark had just created purified the No. 8 and No. 9 contaminants on its first attempt—although it was only the surface substance, it was still a huge breakthrough.

　Moreover, the purification process of "Shemi" is still ongoing!

　The power of nature, along with the light, penetrates the interior of the pollutants, continuously purifying them.

　Professor Cazell suddenly discovered that the contaminants on container zero had completely disappeared!

　On the surface created by that vessel, only a tiny bit of transparent water remained! “Shemi can purify impurities into clean air and water,” Dark explained briefly, his gaze still fixed on the experimental table. After contaminant number zero turned into water, contaminants number one, two, and three also turned into water at an extremely rapid pace.

　In contrast, pollutants of type four and above are significantly more resistant to Semi's ability.

　But its strength is limited.

　Just a few seconds later, pollutants from numbers four to seven also turned into water.

　Finally, only pollutants No. 8 and No. 9, which have the highest pollution levels, remain.

　However, the levels of pollutants in both categories have also significantly decreased. Clearly, "Shemi's" purifying power is effective against them!

　...

　Professor Kazel exclaimed with obvious delight, "I really didn't expect that the purification ability of your magical spirit would be even stronger than that of the Demeter Flower."

　Dark frowned slightly and said, "But it looks like it's nearing its limit. Pollutant number nine shouldn't be the most polluting level, right?"

　Professor Cazell said, "That's true, but going any further would be too dangerous. We shouldn't proceed until we find a way to purify Number Eight and Number Nine. Let's see how 'Shemi' purifies them first!"

　Dak nodded and continued to observe.

　Pollutant No. 8 and Pollutant No. 9 are at the same level of pollution, but there are still some differences between them.

　"Shemi" continuously released purifying light. However, it took about a minute to completely purify pollutant number eight.

　As for pollutant number nine...

　A clump of contaminant the size of a fingernail has been reduced to the size of a grain of rice.

　But those rice-grain-sized pollutants seemed to contain the essence of pollutant number nine, constantly tug-of-war with the purifying light of "Shemi".

　This situation is actually contrary to Dark's expectations. Professor Cazell might be pleased about it.

　But Dark's expectations for "Shemi" far exceeded his own. Even though "Shemi's" purifying light eventually purified the rice-grain-sized essence of pollutants, it took nearly three minutes.

　If it takes three minutes for such a tiny amount, the size of a fingernail, what about larger and more dangerous pollutants?

　That unknown "Heavenly Court" must be covered with a large amount of pollutants of this magnitude.

　Otherwise, the "Heavenly Court," filled with the "Flowers of Demeter," could not possibly have become a forbidden area.

　[Shemi's] purifying power is far from enough!

　In this situation, insufficient ability renders one's efforts futile. Only after the light emanating from "Shami" subsided did Dark pick her up and ask in a low voice, "How much did you consume?"

　"Meow." Shamy shook its head, indicating that it was perfectly fine. Its magic power had indeed been consumed very little.

　Of course, you can't tell how much magic is consumed from the magic card itself, since its magic power is constantly being replenished.

　Dak turned to Professor Cazell and said, "We need further experiments."

　Professor Cazell stated confidently, "Of course, with 'Shemi,' we can conduct much more in-depth experiments, and I can cultivate contaminant number ten relatively quickly."

　Dark asked, "About how long?"

　Professor Cazell said, "An hour is enough."

　Dark then asked, "Then... could you give me another sample of contaminants numbered zero through nine?"

　Kazel asked curiously, "Are you going to do other experiments?"

　Dark said, "That's right. I want to try out Shamy's other ability—absorbing filth!"

　Purification and absorption are both active effects of "natural recovery." It has now been proven that the purifying ability of "natural recovery" has its limits, so what about absorption?

　It absorbs filth, transforms it into water and air, then releases and explodes.

　This is the synergy between "Natural Recovery" and "Seed Flash"!

　This method might greatly increase the potential of "Shemi". However, this experiment cannot be conducted indoors.

　After obtaining a list of contaminants numbered zero to nine, Dak took "Shemi" and headed outside.

　Of course, he brought with him the "barrier stone" made by Professor Cazell, which blocked the volatilization of the poison.

　Professor Kazel was focused on cultivating pollutant number ten and didn't think much of it at first. But after Dak went out, he suddenly realized what was going on and quickly followed.

　When he arrived, Dark had already left the laboratory, set up the "barrier stone" in the open space outside, and placed the entire sample of contaminants in the center.

　Dark pondered for a moment, then said to "Shami," "Natural Recovery's cooldown isn't over yet, let's try some other ultimate skills first. For example—Aromatherapy."

　Aromatherapy is also a powerful purifying technique. However, it is used to purify and heal various abnormal conditions, and there is no description of its application to treating pollutants.

　Therefore, Dac is also unsure of its effectiveness against pollutants.

　However, "Aromatherapy" has a very short cooldown, basically the same as "Air Slash", and can be released once every thirty seconds.

　This is also its advantage.

　Dark said to "Shemi," "This time, let's test the effects of aromatherapy."

　"Meow." "Shami" called softly, her eyes sharpening again.

　It stared intently at the pollutants in front of it with wide eyes, and the flowers on both sides of its body trembled slightly, releasing a fragrance that was refreshing and delightful.

　The fragrance of the flowers quickly filled the barrier, and pollutants from number zero to nine also came into contact with it.

　But on the surface, there is no visible change whatsoever.

　It wasn't until Dark suddenly noticed that the green grass on Shemi's back was no longer glowing that he suddenly realized what was going on.

　The continuous release of floral fragrance purified the toxic gases released by pollutants, causing the passive effect of "natural recovery" to no longer be triggered.

　While aromatherapy cannot purify the pollutants themselves, it seems to be able to completely purify the toxic gases they release.

　This experimental result is undoubtedly very important. A hint of joy appeared on Dak's face.

　The release pattern of "aromatherapy" ensures that its effects can be sustained.

　The "aromatherapy" session, which occurs every thirty seconds, also allows the fragrance to gradually dissipate.

　This ensures that the effects of aromatherapy persist.

　If aromatherapy can completely purify the toxic gases emitted by pollutants, then those who enter the "Heavenly Court" only need to be careful not to come into contact with the pollutants.

　The cooldown for "Natural Recovery" is 30 minutes.

　No matter how powerful it is, it cannot purify all the pollutants in the entire unknown land in one go.

　Therefore, this seamless integration of "aromatherapy" may be the key.

Chapter 914 Dark's New Assistant (10,000 words, please vote!)

　Of course, the professors certainly have their own methods of protection against poison. Having their own means of protection just makes them feel more at ease. Dark ruffled "Shami's" little head, offering encouragement.

　Immediately afterwards, he prepared to take the opportunity to test out another of Shaymi's (Land Form) ultimate moves—"Healing Wish"!

　In addition to restoring magic or life, "Healing Wish" also has the ability to purify abnormal statuses.

　If this purifying power can counteract the toxicity of pollutants, then using "Healing Wish" can create a temporary shelter that lasts for three minutes.

　This will likely play a significant role in crucial moments.

　"Shaymi..."

　As Dak was speaking to "Shemi", he suddenly noticed Professor Kazel's arrival.

　He asked with slight doubt, "Professor?"

　Professor Cazell asked, "Do you have a new method?" Darke shook his head and said, "It's the same method."

　Both are "natural responses," so they are naturally the same method.

　Dark didn't hide anything and directly stated his idea. Professor Kazel understood after only hearing half of it and couldn't help but say, "This is indeed worth a try."

　Dark said, "But we have to wait for 'Natural Recovery' to finish its cooldown before we can test it. I'm trying out other special moves."

　After saying that, he waved his hand and commanded "Shami" to release (the wish for healing).

　“(>give me a w^<) Mimi!”

　"Shami," she whispered, then raised her head, closed her eyes, and made a praying gesture.

　After a short while, white and green specks of light floated out from its body.

　The points of light gathered more and more, flying towards the sky like pollen, and condensing into a cluster in mid-air, resembling a green galaxy.

　Then it suddenly opened its eyes, and a galaxy-like radiance scattered in all directions, forming a circular area around it.

　That is precisely the "healing space" defined by the "Wish for Healing".

　Professors Dark and Cazell, who happened to be standing in the middle, almost immediately felt the infusion of life energy, and their spirits were lifted as a result.

　Dark was even surprised to find that his own magic was showing signs of recovery! The recovery mechanism of this "Wish of Healing" seemed to be quite different from that of "drinking milk".

　Originally, both "Wish to Heal" and "Drink Milk" were healing skills that restored vitality.

　However, since the magic power of magical spirits is their life force, when these magical spirits land on them, they will regain their magic power.

　Based on this, they can theoretically only restore the life force of "non-magical spirit creatures", but not their magic power.

　"Drinking milk" works on this mechanism. But "the desire for healing" is clearly different.

　Although it will prioritize restoring health, it will switch to restoring mana once health is fully restored!

　This means that Dark has finally obtained a means to restore his magic power! When "Shami" fully masters the "Wish of Healing" in the future, he will be able to obtain endless magic power in places where the power of nature is abundant.