Chen Lin's face darkened the moment he heard the price.
Fifty spirit crystals-that was equivalent to a Spirit Treasure. What benefits could joining this so-called Myriad Realms Alliance possibly offer to justify such a lion's gaping maw of a demand?
Besides, the fee was not a one-time payment. He would have to pay another spirit crystal every year. That might not sound like much, but at the Nascent Soul Realm, a single period of secluded cultivation or a long journey could take decades or even a century. The accumulated cost would be no small sum.
"Heh, you certainly dare to name a price, Daoist Xu. Unfortunately, my purse is rather thin, and I cannot produce that many spirit crystals. I can only disappoint your kind intentions."
Chen Lin shook his head, abandoning the idea of joining this Myriad Realms Alliance.
He had already had plenty of reservations. If it were free, he might have considered it, but if it cost money, he would pass.
"You think it is expensive? But you should understand that if I ask this price, it is naturally worth the money."
Xu Zihan offered an explanation.
Then he continued, "Leaving everything else aside, the Nightmare Realm Scenario corresponding to this egg alone is extremely valuable. Such safe scenarios are exceedingly rare to begin with, and this one is not only safe, but also offers unexpected treasures when you complete tasks that conform to its rules. In fact, this scenario alone is worth more than fifty spirit crystals!"
"Furthermore."
Xu Zihan continued trying to persuade him. "Our Myriad Realms Alliance has many members from different planes. Exchanging information with one another will broaden your horizons and benefit you immensely, to say nothing of the information our members have gathered while exploring the Nightmare Realm. Joining us would