Yuan Qing took out a finger-sized vial and handed it to Chen Lin.
Chen Lin examined it.
The vial was transparent.
Inside was a tiny drop of liquid, radiating a dazzling fluorescent glow.
"This is the sap of Time Grass. One drop can restore ten years of true lifespan. My current permission only allows me to draw on one drop. I hope it can help you."
Relief washed over Chen Lin.
Ten years was not much, but it would suffice.
Just as Huangfu Qingrou's true lifespan had run dry, Aisa had stabilized her with Life Origin Essence. Afterward, she had relied entirely on Life Origin Essence to sustain her advancement, without consuming any more of her own true lifespan.
"Thank you, Fairy Qing!"
Chen Lin thanked her solemnly.
Although she had brought this out under the influence of the Phoenix Seeking Phoenix delicacy, he still had to show sufficient gratitude.
Otherwise, she might come to her senses later and settle the score.
"There's no need for thanks. As the saying goes, even brothers must keep clear accounts. This isn't free. We must trade according to the rules."
Yuan Qing held out her palm.
"Of course."
Chen Lin knew the Traveling Merchant's rules and had never expected to get it for nothing.
He then asked, "How many Golden Nightmare Coins will it cost?"
Yuan Qing shook her head.
"Golden Nightmare Coins won't do. This treasure exceeds their grade. You'll need Colored Nightmare Coins, though treasures of equivalent value will also work."
"How many Colored Nightmare Coins, then?"
Chen Lin frowned slightly.
He had uses for his Colored Nightmare Coins, too. They could activate Colored Road Guides, so he was reluctant to part with them.
Yuan Qing smiled.
"Since I find you rather pleasing to the eye, I can give you the