Chen Lin was in no hurry to claim the treasure.
He stayed where he was and recovered a little longer, focusing his senses at the same time.
Only after confirming that the sensation of lust burning through his body had not returned did he inch toward the courtyard gate.
Nothing unusual happened even when he reached the entrance.
Chen Lin felt slightly reassured.
He glanced at the open gate, then at the pool inside the courtyard.
Steeling himself, he took a step forward!
Nothing happened.
This time, entering the courtyard did not intensify his desire. He only found the floral fragrance exceptionally pleasant, refreshing his mind and lifting his spirits.
With this change, Chen Lin's heart finally settled back into place. Still, he did not let down his guard, surveying his surroundings as he slowly approached the pool.
The moment he drew near,
a faint fluorescent glow rose from the pool.
Every Twin Lotus within bloomed in its most vibrant splendor, leaning toward him.
For no apparent reason, a feeling arose in Chen Lin.
It was as though what stood before him were not flowers, but pairs of lovers displaying their sincere love to him.
Then the entire pool rose into the air.
Under his astonished gaze, it turned into a streak of light and landed in his hand.
Chen Lin looked down at his hand.
The pool had now become an exquisitely beautiful Twin Lotus, and a mysterious connection formed between it and him.
He had experienced this kind of connection before.
It was exactly like when he had obtained the Mermaid Sword in the Drifting Bottle Scenario.
Most likely, this object also granted exclusive usage rights, and only the person who acquired it could unleash its transcendent properties.
He did not examine it further.
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