The Life Spirit Liquid, a High-Risk Move

The Poisonous Insect Guardian gasped for breath. The extreme exertion had left him utterly weak, as if the slightest gust of wind could knock him over.

He knew full well that if this continued, he would collapse and die within fifteen minutes. There was no doubt about it.

But no matter how desperately he pleaded, Lord Binghai seemed not to hear him at all. That strange, sinister smile remained fixed on his face.

"Lord Binghai, I..." The Poisonous Insect Guardian was drenched in sweat, his face completely bloodless, as if he'd been drained dry. He opened his mouth weakly and panted for a long while before finding the strength to continue. "I... I really can't go on."

Lord Binghai finally seemed to hear him. He turned and gazed at the Poisonous Insect Guardian, that strange smile still on his face. "Hang on a little longer. Have faith in your potential. Don't ever tell yourself you can't do it. I think you've still got more in you."

The Poisonous Insect Guardian nearly passed out. With difficulty, he said, "I can't take any more, my lord. Could you let me catch my breath?"

As he spoke, the Poisonous Insect Guardian swayed unsteadily, looking ready to collapse at any moment.

Lord Binghai sighed and opened his palm. A translucent jade-green glimmer appeared in it. It looked like a round bead, or perhaps a drop of green liquid—something between a solid and a liquid. It seemed utterly bizarre.

"Ah, it seems you really can't take any more. Since you've worked so hard, I'll grant you a great boon. This is Life Spirit Liquid personally bestowed by Lord Tree Ancestor. It can cleanse and remake your body, instantly reshaping your level of life and restoring the blood and energy you've expended."

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