She picked up a small fragment that had been left behind, gently turning it between her fingers.
"The shell contains practically all the energy that protected the hatchling during incubation. For months, or even years, the egg absorbed Qi from its surroundings, storing it within its structure."
"Spiritual minerals, vital essence, growth energy, all of it remains sealed inside, waiting for the right moment."
She looked back at the serpent, which continued chewing diligently.
"Eating the shell speeds up the strengthening of the body during the first few days, providing essential nutrients that would be difficult to obtain otherwise. It's an efficient way to recover the energy spent during birth."
Kyrian watched the little creature chew with an almost meditative concentration. Every tiny piece was crushed effortlessly, its jaws working with an efficiency that seemed programmed into its DNA.
"Interesting... I've never seen that before."
