Exchange (Happy New Year)

The moment Yuan Ming entered the shop, he took out his Guest Elder token.

The shop assistant immediately went to fetch a steward and ushered Yuan Ming into the inner hall.

"Hehe, Elder Wan's presence has brought honor to this humble branch of ours." The slightly plump steward wore a face full of smiles and appeared exceptionally cordial.

"Oh? You know me?" Yuan Ming asked in some surprise.

"Your status as a Guest Elder has already been announced to all branches. The higher-ups instructed us that, should we see you, we must receive you properly and satisfy all your needs as much as possible." The steward poured Yuan Ming the shop's finest Immortal Tea and spoke attentively.

"I see. I came to trouble your establishment again because I would like you to help me gather some more high-grade spirit wood. Preferably Grade Five or above. There is no limit to the quantity—the more, the better," Yuan Ming said directly.

The reason he had come to Yinshan City was partly to learn about the nineteen cities of the Ten Thousand Monster Mountain Range, but more importantly, to collect high-grade spirit wood.

"Easy enough, easy enough. When do you need it?" the steward asked.

"Three days. I cannot remain in Yinshan City for too long," Yuan Ming said after some thought.

"Three days... that is a little tight, but we will do everything in our power to gather it for you," the steward said, his brow creasing slightly.

"Thank you." Yuan Ming cupped his fists.

"Friend Wan, do not thank us just yet. All our major branches have also received instructions: if you come again, we are to ask whether you have any High-grade Soul Refining Pills for sale?" The steward smiled as he asked.

"When I return in three days to