In any world, treasures that extend one's lifespan are rare and precious.
Especially in the Black Tortoise continent, where lifespans are not high, treasures that extend one's lifespan are hard to come by. Even if it can only extend one's lifespan by one year, countless people would fight over it.
Yet now, Ling Xian was extending 25 years of lifespan. Why wouldn't Su Qin be shocked?
After a long while, he finally regained his senses with great difficulty. He looked at the Prolonging Life Pill with a fervent gaze, and even quietly swallowed a few mouthfuls of saliva.
What could he do? The temptation of 25 years of lifespan was far too great. Especially to someone like him who was nearing the end of his lifespan, it was a priceless treasure!
But very quickly, Su Qin forced himself to look away and smiled bitterly, "This item is far too valuable. I cannot accept it."
"Why not?"
Ling Xian grinned, "Grandpa Su, you gave up the snow ginseng to save me. Shouldn't I repay you?"
"You are right. But these five Dan are far too valuable. They are even more valuable than the snow ginseng." Su Qin shook his head with a bitter smile.
Though the snow ginseng was valuable, it could extend one's lifespan by 15 years. To any living being, it was a priceless treasure.
But Ling Xian's five Dan could extend his lifespan by 25 years. This was far more valuable than the snow ginseng!
"The saying goes, a drop of water should be returned with a spring."
Ling Xian had a smile on his lips, "My life is worth far more than 25 years. So please accept it, Grandpa Su."
Hearing this, Su Qin bitterly smiled and hesitated.
Seeing this, Ling Xian grinned, "If you don't accept it, I will not be able to rest easy."
"Okay, I will accept it." Su Qin nodded softly. The way he looked at Ling Xian was complex.
There was shock, joy, and comfort.
"Then I am no longer worried."
Ling Xian softly grinned, feeling much more relaxed. The debt of saving his life was far too heavy. If he doesn't repay it, he won't be able to rest easy.
"You are too kind. My lifespan is reaching its end. Without these Dan, I can at most hold on for a few more years." Su Qin was full of smiles. It was obvious how happy he was right now.
25 years of lifespan!
To someone who was about to die, it was simply a precious treasure that was comparable to the opportunity to become an immortal. Anyone would be wild with joy if it was someone else.
"Karma begets karma. Grandpa Su risked his life to save me. Of course, I should return the favor." Ling Xian smiled. Like an immortal, he was out of this world.
This made the appreciation in Su Qin's eyes more and more intense, but at the same time, there was also some suspicion.
In his impression, although Zhang Junyu was not bad, it was impossible for her to have dabbled in alchemy and craftsmanship, let alone possess such profound attainments.
Ignoring Ling Xian's profound craftsmanship, his alchemy skills alone were not something normal people could compete against.
Therefore, Su Qin inevitably had some doubts.
However, due to the two ironclad evidence of the blood-red jade pendant and her severe injuries, he did not suspect that the Zhang Junyu in front of him was fake. He only thought that Zhang Junyu did not explain it in the letter.
After all, he had never met this person. They had only been communicating through letters.
"I cannot believe that not only are you skilled in craftsmanship, but you are also skilled in alchemy." Su Qin exclaimed and was full of joy. Joy that he made this engagement 20 years ago.
Originally, he thought this engagement was because Zhang Junyu was trying to climb up the social ladder. But now, it was obvious that Su Xiu was not good enough for Ling Xian.
Though he didn't want to admit it, this was the reality and nobody could argue against it.
"Grandpa Su, you are flattering me." Ling Xian softly smiled, thinking that he was not the Zhang Junyu you were talking about. "You are being too humble. A random drawing you made could help someone become a high leveled craftsman. This is enough to prove that you have a very high level of craftsmanship."
Su Qin stared at Ling Xian deeply. It was obvious that he wanted to find out more about his level of craftsmanship.
Ling Xian knew this very well. However, he didn't want to say it.
Therefore, he made up a lie, "I was merely lucky and happened to get that drawing. I don't have a high level of craftsmanship."
Hearing this, Su Qin smiled.
This lie was far too clumsy. Anyone could tell it was a lie. On top of that, he had seen that drawing. It was obvious that it was a random drawing. How could it be a coincidence?
However, since Ling Xian was lying, then he didn't want to talk about it. Of course, he wasn't going to expose him.
"Look at me, I forgot all about the important thing."
Su Qin slapped his forehead and smiled, "Tomorrow is the gathering of craftsmen that happens every 50 years. Jun Yu, you don't plan on going?"
"Hmm … okay." Ling Xian thought about it and nodded.
He had no interest in the gathering of craftsmen. The reason why he agreed was to ensure that Su Xiu could get into the top three.
"Okay, I will call you when the time comes."
Su Qin looked at Ling Xian with a smile. The more he looked at him, the more he liked him, "The mourning period here is usually three years. In other words, after two years, you can marry Xiu Er."
"Ehem, ehem, about that …"
Ling Xian coughed, "Sister Su and I are still young. Let's wait a few more years before we get married."
"I'm not young anymore. When I was your age, I was already a father."
Su Qin chuckled, "Then it's decided. After two years, you and Xiu Er will get married. That way, I can hold my great-grandson sooner."
Hearing this, Ling Xian bitterly smiled, unsure of how to respond.
He wasn't Zhang Junyu. There was no way he could marry Su Xiu. However, he couldn't be honest.
"I hope I can recover my capabilities in two years. Or else I will have a headache." Ling Xian sighed.
"Okay, I'll go prepare first. I'll call you tomorrow." Su Qin smiled slightly, turned and left.
"I hope nothing happens. Or else I will be in trouble again." Ling Xian sighed helplessly and closed his eyes to rest.
…..
The next morning, Su Qin and Su Xiu arrived as promised. Their faces were heavy.
What could they do? The gathering of craftsmen was far too important. If they can't get into the top three, the Su Clan will lose their position as the leader.
Though this doesn't mean the Su Clan will fall, it will, without a doubt, decline. After all, the leader has many privileges. If they lose these privileges, the Su Clan will for sure get worse and worse.
Su Xiu's competitors were extremely powerful. This naturally put a lot of pressure on the grandfather and granddaughter.
However, Ling Xian was calm and collected. He didn't think much of this.
It was merely a gathering of a small city. If he wanted Su Xiu to win, then she will not lose!
Therefore, Ling Xian, with a playful attitude, headed towards the location of the gathering with the grandfather and granddaughter.
After some time, the three of them arrived at the plaza in the center of the city. This was also the location of the gathering.
Here, there was already a sea of people. It was extremely lively.
People were gathered in groups of three to five. What they were talking about was, without a doubt, related to the gathering. Or in other words, it couldn't be separated from the current three leaders.
"There will be a good show to watch this time. Do you think Su Xiu will be able to get into the top three?"
"One word, unknown! If I remember correctly, she is merely an intermediate level craftsman. "
"That's right. At least she was two years ago. Though there is a possibility that she will become an advanced level craftsman within two years, the possibility is too small."
Everyone discussed. It was obvious that they didn't think highly of the Su Clan.
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