19: Fishing success!

“Speaking of which, the Spirit Stones we earned this time really came easily.”

“I just pointed some rogue cultivators in a direction, and they gave me a full 10 low-grade Spirit Stones!”

“If you ask me, those rogue cultivators must be disciples of some major sect, disguised to experience life.”

“Otherwise, what rogue cultivator would casually offer 10 low-grade Spirit Stones?!”

An undisguised look of joy appeared on his face, and the burly man’s rough voice sounded even more excited, with a hint of allure.

It seemed the burly man’s goal was not just to share his inner excitement.

“Sometimes I really wish I could be their ox or horse, those rich dogs, it would be more comfortable than how we live now.”

Clicking his tongue, another bowl of wine went down, and the taste of the fine wine intoxicated the burly man.

As he spoke, his address for those people changed, now sounding somewhat resentful.

“Sigh~”

“What you said is true, those major sect disciples, every single one of them is dripping with wealth.”

The thin man agreed completely, nodding repeatedly, also with a hint of envy.

“But… have you heard, recently the Sect Master of Xuanjian Sect in Tianlan Region passed away.”

“Although I don’t know the reason, Xiaoyao Sect immediately caught the scent and rushed over.”

“That low-grade Spirit Stone Mine in the Wangshi Dam area was seized by Xiaoyao Sect.”

“Do you think the person who gave you the Spirit Stones might be from Xiaoyao Sect?”

Another possibility came to mind, and this line of reasoning was somewhat astute.

At a nearby table, Xu Xi listened to their discussion and became interested.

Resting his chin on one hand, his gaze swept over Zhao Yaqian, admiring her graceful figure. A glint flashed in Xu Xi’s eyes, and the conversation between the two men echoed in his mind.

To casually offer 10 low-grade Spirit Stones, Xu Xi admitted he couldn't do it.

One must know, a single low-grade Spirit Stone was already enough to buy a low-grade pill.

10 low-grade Spirit Stones would be enough to exchange for a third-grade fine weapon.

None of the disciples from the three major sects in Youzhou's Tianlan Region would have such a grand gesture.

The only possible explanation was that people from outside the Tianlan Region had arrived.

Otherwise, almost no one from the Tianlan Region would ask others for directions.

“Outsiders…”

“Generous spenders…”

“Disciples of a major sect…”

“Within Youzhou, they certainly wouldn’t be considered top-tier.”

“Qingzhou? Or Yanzhou? Or even Xiazhou?”

“Or perhaps… people from Zhongzhou?”

Several possible individuals appeared in his mind, but Xu Xi couldn’t think of any other state that would act this way.

Of the Nine States on Xuan Yuan Continent, Youzhou was considered to have medium strength.

Above it, Yanzhou, Xiazhou, Qingzhou, and Zhongzhou all had stronger overall power than Youzhou.

And Zhongzhou even surpassed the other states, with eleventh-realm Celestial experts.

“Honored guest, here are your dishes, please enjoy.”

While Xu Xi was deep in thought, a waiter from Wangshi Tavern quickly brought the items Xu Xi had ordered to the table.

He then quickly left, busy attending to other customers.

“Yaqian, it seems we are fortunate. Today, we can taste the specialties of Wangshi Tavern.”

“As newcomers, Wangshi Tavern is so popular, its signature dishes surely won’t disappoint you.”

Xu Xi’s voice was somewhat loud, as if he deliberately wanted others to hear his words.

At the same time, he subtly reminded Zhao Yaqian not to call him “Senior Brother” when they were out, but to use a different address.

“Mm, this is all thanks to big brother!”

“If big brother hadn’t wanted to come, Yaqian might not have found such delicious food.”

She smiled sweetly, a sight pleasing to the eye wherever she went.

After hearing Xu Xi’s words, Zhao Yaqian picked up her chopsticks, took some food from the plate, put it in her mouth, and savored it.

Although the dish wasn't particularly amazing in Zhao Yaqian's opinion, it did satisfy her taste buds.

“Mm, delicious!”

“Big brother, you eat too!”

While praising, she didn’t forget to feed Xu Xi, almost wanting Xu Xi to eat her whole.

At the same time, Zhao Yaqian chose to call Xu Xi her “big brother,” pretending to be a pair of siblings.

Such an intimate display also made it impossible for anyone to suspect them.

However, watching Zhao Yaqian’s actions from afar, Ye Xueqing inexplicably felt a surge of nameless anger in her heart.

She looked very much like a little wife who was jealous after seeing her husband cheating outside.

“Delicious, love it, then eat more.”

“Don’t just focus on feeding me.”

Xu Xi took a bite of the dish Zhao Yaqian had put on his plate, feeling utterly satisfied. Then, a cup of fine wine went down, truly making him feel like a living immortal.

Of course, feeling Ye Xueqing's hostile and warning gaze from afar, Xu Xi paid it no mind.

When night came, Xu Xi would teach her a good lesson with a great battle, letting her know what it meant to submit.

“Brother, is this your first time at Wangshi Dam?”

“Would you like this old brother to show you the way?”

“Just 5 low-grade Spirit Stones will do.”

“You know, last time this old brother showed someone the way, I collected 10 low-grade Spirit Stones. How about a fifty percent discount for you this time?”

As he spoke, Xu Xi’s goal was finally achieved.

Fishing successful! This is called the victory of the fisherman!

At another table, the two men who had just been talking heard that Xu Xi was also visiting Wangshi Dam for the first time, and their hearts suddenly itched.

They wanted to show Xu Xi the way and offer some guidance. Who knows, maybe Xu Xi was also a senior disciple from an outside sect?

The burly man, who now imagined Xu Xi as a money-scattering boy, was eager to fleece him.

His originally honest and simple face now looked somewhat twisted.

“What?”

“5 low-grade Spirit Stones?”

“Are your words made of gold? Why don’t you just rob me?”

“And a fifty percent discount? Do you believe I’ll break your bones instead?!”

With his mouth wide open, Xu Xi exclaimed repeatedly, not caring about his image at all.

After all, when you're out and about, your status is what you make it. Who are you to tell me otherwise?

Spittle flew, splattering the burly man’s large face. Xu Xi now looked at the other party with the eyes of someone looking at a fool, which immediately made the other party feel ashamed, his face flushing red.

“I can’t even afford one low-grade Spirit Stone.”

“Old brother, please don’t joke.”

“If you really want to earn some money for directions, if we calculate it in Spirit Stone fragments, maybe I could give you 5 Spirit Stone fragments.”

Seeing the other party speechless, Xu Xi knew his combat power was too strong, so he reined himself in slightly, his tone becoming a little softer than before, and continued to speak.

“Ahem~”

“What are you saying, big brother? Who doesn’t know my name, Liu Haizhu, in Wangshi Dam?”

“I am a professional guide!”

After Xu Xi’s barrage of questions, the burly man also realized his words were a bit inappropriate.