Hearing this, Zhen Yuanzi nodded, though he still felt somewhat disappointed inside.
If it had been a favor owed by Laozi or Yuanshi, then even if he had to lose some of the Ginseng Fruit Tree's origin, he would not have been so reluctant.
But now, all he would gain was a favor from Li Yun.
Although he thought highly of the latter's future, none of it meant anything if he could not Attain Dao and become a Saint.
Still, despite his disappointment, Zhen Yuanzi knew very well that he had no choice. Besides, someone recognized by both Laozi and Yuanshi Tianzun was worth investing in.
With that thought, Zhen Yuanzi's mood improved somewhat. He immediately smiled and said, "In that case, I agree."
"I hope Martial Nephew Li Yun can complete this Ultimate Dao Fruit Method when the time comes!"
"To be honest, I also want to see just how far the completed Ultimate Dao Fruit can go!"
As he spoke, Zhen Yuanzi rose to his feet. His gaze toward the Ginseng Fruit Tree was filled with sorrow, but it was quickly replaced by determination.
With one step, Zhen Yuanzi appeared beside the Ginseng Fruit Tree. He reached out and touched its trunk, murmuring, "Old friend, I'll have to trouble you again."
"Send out a portion of Origin of Ultimate Wood!"
"Buzz, buzz~"
In an instant, the Ginseng Fruit Tree swayed.
As brilliant jade-green light shone forth, a dense aura of vegetation swept out. Immediately afterward, a dense orb of origin light flew from the spot Zhen Yuanzi's hand touched.
Very quickly, Zhen Yuanzi grasped the light orb. The Ginseng Fruit Tree visibly withered somewhat, while the Ginseng Fruits that had once hung from its branches rapidly dissolved, turning into nutrients that returned to the tree itself and replenished