Frog City, the capital of the Jade Frog Kingdom.
The Jade Frog Kingdom was a medium-sized but flourishing nation. The one currently wielding power was Grand General Xuan Xinglie, while Emperor Yu Ziqi was merely a puppet.
But none of that concerned Chen Lin.
That frog was already dead. Even if he were alive, he could not possibly discover Chen Lin here, so there was no danger to speak of. Chen Lin had chosen to meet Luo Qinglan here because he suspected that the Space Node connected to the Nightmare Realm lay within this kingdom.
"Pharmacist Chen, welcome to the Four Seas Trading Firm. Rest assured, as long as you devote yourself to working for us, your compensation will definitely satisfy you!"
A glittering, middle-aged member of the Crystal Clan received Chen Lin with a very friendly attitude. A pharmacist capable of producing Crystal-Refining Liquid Medicine would be welcomed anywhere.
"Thank you for your trust. I will certainly give my utmost and hold nothing back!"
Chen Lin cupped his fists.
The man was the firm's proprietor. Receiving him personally already showed considerable regard. Chen Lin now needed the firm's support to recover his strength, so he had to maintain a proper attitude.
After another brief exchange, the middle-aged Crystal Clan man left. Chen Lin was settled in a small, private courtyard, with several servants to attend him.
He did not refuse them.
They were called servants, but they were also there to monitor him. After all, his origins were unknown, and the firm could not trust him completely.
Besides, he was not alone. He had a little girl with him, and having servants look after her would save him some trouble.
"What is your name?"
Back in his room, Chen Lin looked at the timid little girl and asked.
"My