After the crane's figure disappeared, the other cultivators also went their separate ways.
Lin Xuan had just taken a step, about to enter the valley, when a clear, hearty voice reached his ears. "Big Brother Lin, how about we go together?"
"No. When I buy things, I've always preferred to be alone." Lin Xuan glanced at the boy, whose face was full of expectation, and declined blandly.
"So that's how it is..." A trace of disappointment flashed across Tian Xiaojian's face, but he did not press the matter. He only frowned. "It's all right. In any case, the market lasts three days in total, and the farther along it gets, the more precious the things Heavenly Eye Sect takes out for exchange will be. I hear some spirit herbs that have vanished from the outside world only appear on the final day. I'm sure Big Brother Lin won't leave so quickly either, so we should have a chance to browse the market together."
Tian Xiaojian's smile was pure and innocent, yet his words were aggressive, as if there were something hidden in them. Lin Xuan's heart went thump, and the killing intent throughout his body nearly came pouring out in a mad rush. Fortunately, he was extremely shrewd and adjusted in time, not revealing the slightest flaw on his face. He still wore that bland expression. "Oh? Brother wants to purchase some spirit herbs? If I have time then, I can accompany you for a look."
"Mm, I'll definitely have to trouble Big Brother then. After all, the thing your little brother hates most is loneliness."
"Heh heh, no problem, no problem."
Lin Xuan smiled just as amiably. Then the two cupped their hands and took their leave, even showing a hint of reluctance to part, as warm as friends