Su Miao's heart nearly leaped out of her throat.
No, Eldest Brother!
In full view of everyone, you, you—
There were too many things wrong with this; for a moment, she did not even know where to start.
The jade pendant was a deep inky green throughout, its texture warm and smooth as fat, like a deep pool frozen in her palm.
A strand of silver was embedded along its edges, shimmering with flecks of light beneath the illumination.
Su Miao took the jade pendant. The moment her fingertips touched its surface, a warm current of Spiritual Power surged from within it and flowed through her fingertips into her meridians.
Her pupils contracted slightly.
It was a Saint-level Restriction, very similar to the Jade Talismans her Three Pure Ones Masters had given her, but it focused mainly on defense and was made from sufficiently precious and rare materials.
It would not shatter even after use. As long as it was replenished with energy, it could be used repeatedly.
Zhunti spoke softly.
"The material came from a piece of black jade deep within Spirit Mountain. I carved it myself.
"I also personally set the Restriction. It can withstand one strike from a Saint."
Su Miao's fingers trembled faintly.
It could withstand one strike from a Saint.
What did that mean?
It meant that if, one day, a Saint-level being attacked her, this jade pendant could block one fatal attack for her.
She was about to refuse. Such a gift was too valuable; she could not accept it.
Zhunti pressed down on her hand.
His palm covered the back of Su Miao's hand, gently holding it.
"Keep it."
His voice was lowered until it was exceedingly soft, like he was coaxing a child throwing a tantrum.
"Consider it... the 'protection fee' I'm