In the depths of the treasury, Nari was experiencing the most tense yet happiest moment of its life.
It selected a recently deceased "Corrosion Sea Serpent" from its stockpile of prey.
This Abyssal creature had relatively gentle energy, with its body still retaining abundant Abyssal Essence.
"This should be quite suitable."
Nari carefully inspected the serpent's corpse, ensuring there weren't overly frenzied energy components:
"Gentle, pure, nutrient-rich... just like the first solid food prepared for a baby."
It cautiously placed the serpent's corpse near the puppet, then anxiously and expectantly observed the puppet's reaction.
"Eat up, my darling... This is the finest Abyssal Essence..."
Nari's voice was filled with love and expectancy, the tone akin to a mother coaxing her child to eat:
"This will make you stronger, healthier..."
Initially, the puppet showed no reaction, lying quietly in the soft nest.
Nari began to worry, anxiety showing in its enormous eyes:
