C4 The Molding of the Elves!

"Can this molding machine actually create members of the Elf Clan?"

Niu Li asked, his excitement palpable.

Having devoured countless books, Niu Li harbored a deep longing for the elves, creatures absent from the real world.

"Creating the Elf Clan," Coldy stated flatly.

A flurry of beeps and whirs later, the virtual interface transformed. A small, vivacious girl materialized, twirling joyfully. Her pointy blue ears perked up playfully as a simple, innocent smile graced her face, exuding an essence of the natural world.

"She's absolutely stunning!"

Niu Li's excitement was evident as his cheeks flushed a deep red. He fixated on the elf girl displayed before him, nearly losing his composure as he exclaimed, "I want you to mold her now!"

"Energy insufficient! Unable to mold," Coldy's mechanical voice doused Niu Li's fervor like a splash of cold water.

"What do you mean?" Niu Li was bewildered.

"Elves are a pure energy race. Crafting them requires substantial energy, which you must supply," Coldy explained.

"A substantial amount of energy?"

Reality hit Niu Li. Indeed, there were no free meals to be had.

"How do I provide such a vast amount of energy? What kind of energy are we talking about?" Niu Li asked, his irritation showing.

"Every non-material entity is energy," Coldy replied.

Niu Li's eyes sparkled anew. "How will she absorb this energy? Is there any around where I am now?"

"Just issue the command to me, and I will naturally draw the pure energy from within a hundred-meter radius of the Z51 molding machine. However, the energy in your current surroundings is too sparse and impure to form the concentrated energy source required by the Elves," Coldy delivered another blow to his hopes.

"Then it's impossible," Niu Li said, rolling his eyes dismissively.

"The Z51 Molding Space is a premium product. Once it locks onto an owner, you're entitled to one complimentary service. You can use this freebie to create a member of the Elf Clan," Coldy suddenly offered, presenting an unexpected boon.

"A complimentary service? That's fantastic!"

Without a second thought, Niu Li gestured grandly, "Go ahead and create an elf!"

"Target locked, Elf Clan! Initiating creation," Coldy announced. The small molding machine began to tick rhythmically, and a blue glow danced within the Crystal Cabinet. A powerful energy began to coalesce inside, so potent that even Niu Li, standing outside, could sense the immense power within the Crystal Cabinet, sending a shiver through his frame.

Suddenly, the Crystal Cabinet was ablaze with a brilliant blue light, and energy swirled to a single point. With a flash, an energy form materialized inside the cabinet, taking on the exact appearance of the elf seen earlier.

"Creation is complete. Please review," Coldy stated.

"That's it?" Niu Li was dumbfounded, having expected a more dramatic process.

Puzzled, Niu Li inquired, "Coldy, is she just going to keep sleeping? Don't tell me you've made a plant elf."

"When shaping elves, I require a genetic imprint from you," Coldy explained. "This ensures she will respond to your commands upon awakening."

"How do I provide a genetic imprint? Just tell me straight," Niu Li said, his mood lifting, his voice softening.

"I need a sample of your blood."

Realization dawned on Niu Li, and he asked with hopeful anticipation, "So, she'll only ever listen to me? Whatever I ask, she'll do?"

"Based on the prototype tests, she will be entirely under your control," confirmed Coldy.

"Great, I'll give you my blood right now!" Niu Li exclaimed, thrilled.

"Please extend your hand," instructed Coldy.

Niu Li did as told, stretching out his hand. Above the Crystal Cabinet, a slender glass tube extended swiftly, its sharp end piercing Niu Li's finger. A bead of dark red blood traveled down the tube, dropping onto the elf's forehead within the cabinet and vanishing in an instant.

As Niu Li watched with bated breath, the elf's eyelids in the Crystal Cabinet fluttered and slowly opened.

"She's awake! This elf belongs to me," Niu Li said, overwhelmed with excitement, at a loss for words.

The elf's eyes, initially bewildered, moved around until they settled on the ecstatic Niu Li standing outside the Crystal Cabinet. Her gaze sharpened, and she uttered, "Master!"

Her voice sent shivers through Niu Li's entire body.

"Please stand up," Niu Li said, his voice tinged with nerves.

"Yes, Master," the elf responded, now fully alert and articulate. She raised her torso, and a pair of delicate wings, as thin as silkworm threads, unfurled behind her. With a gentle flutter, she took flight, hovering in front of Niu Li.

Niu Li was taken aback.

She soared into the air, surpassing the grace and simplicity of the elves from the books. Her light blue eyes were like tranquil pools, captivating and alluring. Her figure was devilishly perfect.

"Did I mess up? Maybe I shouldn't have created an elf," Niu Li mused, a mix of excitement and regret in his heart. She was breathtakingly beautiful; he doubted he'd ever look at another woman again.

"Hello, Master," the elf girl greeted Niu Li with a soft expression, her lips parting to release a natural, fragrant scent.

Niu Li inhaled deeply, almost instinctively, then caught himself, glancing at the elf. She returned his look with pure curiosity, devoid of any other emotion.

Relieved, Niu Li smiled and asked, "What's your name?"

"Master, I don't have a name," the elf replied, her voice tinged with confusion and a hint of sadness.

"What's the matter?" Niu Li's question was directed at Coldy, his tone casual.

Coldy responded in a mechanical tone, "For a Beginner-grade character creation, aside from basic behavioral guidelines and skills, the language is derived from the master's genes. The name is bestowed by the master. Future upgrades will require the master's energy."

Hearing this, Niu Li was speechless. He was a true master, content that everything was unfolding as he desired.

"From now on, you'll be called Diaochan!" Niu Li declared confidently, without a trace of embarrassment.

"Yes, Master," Diaochan replied, her smile gentle, her eyes crinkling with endless allure.

Niu Li's excitement surged anew, and he silently reminded himself, "I am the Master. There will be plenty of opportunities ahead."

"Master, individuals are approaching the Molding Space from outside. They have breached the five-meter alert perimeter. Would you like to exit the Molding Space?"

Coldy's mechanical voice interrupted his thoughts.

Startled, Niu Li then remembered he was still in his room. The only people who could be near him were his parents. Wondering what they needed, he quickly responded, "I'll be right out."

Having finished speaking, Niu Li turned to Diaochan and instructed, "Stay here and await my commands!"

By now, Niu Li had nearly acclimated to the role of being the master.