Green flames appeared, layers of mist rising from their surface. Wherever the mist touched, the surrounding vegetation began to grow wildly.
At the same time, the green flames undulated continuously in Gu He's hand, giving off waves of resistance as though they did not want him to become their master. However, the Flame of Life did not radiate destructive power, but dense life force. Its resistance not only failed to harm Gu He, but instead made him feel even better.
With a thought, Dou Qi surged from Gu He's body. Layer upon layer of Dou Qi and soul power enveloped the green flames floating in his hand as he said to Elder Shen Nong, "It really is the Flame of Life. I didn't expect to find this Heavenly Flame here. Not bad luck."
After confirming that it was indeed the Flame of Life, Elder Shen Nong fell silent, a trace of struggle in his eyes. He was considering whether to seize it by force.
The Flame of Life's allure was simply too great. Not only could one obtain an endless supply of medicinal ingredients with sufficient seeds after acquiring it, which was an immense temptation for an alchemist, but it was also known as the Flame of Longevity. Those who obtained it could live as long as magical beasts renowned for their lifespans. It could greatly extend one's life, and for someone who had already lived for a thousand years, the desire for the Flame of Life was like a traveler in the desert craving water.
In the end, however, Elder Shen Nong let out a sigh and said, "Gu He, you should leave. I'm afraid I won't be able to stop myself from attacking you."
After considering everything, Elder Shen Nong had resisted the temptation to seize the Flame