"You want to trade for Quicksand too? Are you sure you're not joking?"
Chen Xi stared at her in astonishment, trying to find the slightest sign of a lie on her impassive face.
Lin Yue spread her hands and said coolly, "What else? I'm just about to break through to Rank Five. I'm not like Miss Chen Xi, still held back by the Ascension Ritual."
After Rank Five, the domain of transformation became the key to one's abilities. No equipment could compare to the boost a domain provided.
On top of that, Lin Yue had the ability to increase her Rank. Before reaching the Rank Six bottleneck, entering the Moment of Erosion would cause her strength to surge into the range between the peak of Rank Five and the lower levels of Rank Six.
By that logic, exchanging the Holy Grace Gift Box for Legend Degree was actually the best option for both of them.
But...
"Wait. Once you advance to Rank Five, won't your Erosion State be lifted?"
Chen Xi suddenly realized how serious the situation was.
The corners of Lin Yue's eyes curved into crescents. "Mm-hmm. What, are you scared?"
Chen Xi stared at her speechlessly. "I'm afraid you'll secretly shed a few tears once your Erosion State is lifted."
Lin Yue was momentarily at a loss for words. Only after a long pause did she murmur, "...I probably won't, right?"
"Probably, maybe, more or less, possibly not?" Chen Xi leaned close to her, and Lin Yue fell completely silent.
Seeing the mood turn awkward, Chen Xi placed both hands on Lin Yue's shoulders and gently reassured her, "It's fine. I'm here, so don't worry."
"Do you think I can't handle you?" Chen Xi flexed her muscles.
Lin Yue saw her silly expression and couldn't help bursting into