and benefited greatly from them. We should at least show some appreciation. Whether or not we invite him is our business, but whether or not he accepts our invitation is his."Xiao Zhu let out a littl...Moments later, Lu Ye sat in a partitioned room, with screens blocking prying eyes. The demon cultivator was gone without a trace, but before leaving, she told Lu Ye to wait here. Someone in charge would soon come to trade with him. If he had any other instructions, he could shake the nearby bell and someone would attend to him.

On the table stood a pot of freshly brewed tea. Lu Ye poured himself a cup and took a sip. Immediately, his expression changed to one of surprise. This was no ordinary tea; within the brew lay a trace of spiritual energy, though faint, it was undeniably present.low arrived in the blink of an eye, and Lu Ye's eyes flashed with insightful spirit patterns. At the same time, a solid defensive spirit pattern appeared in front of him.*Beep…*A slight sound echoed,...