Reborn as a tree, the protagonist is worshipped by a caveman clan that offers hearts. Their rites build devotion power, which the tree channels into a white flower whose scent restores youth. Bran, the new chief, fails to absorb a migrating clan because they have a Void Turtle guardian. The tree learns to speak and gives Bran a petal; he gains essence power and leaves to challenge the Turtle Clan. The tree then heals a persistent giant bee, names it Sting, and sends it to scout a snake-raising clan — leaving the tree poised for the next clash.