Shopping in the Imperial Capital

The Black Corner Region was far from as simple as it appeared to the outside world. Leaving aside the existence of a seven-star Dou Zong like Old Ghost Demonic, the mere fact that a Dou Di cave estate had been built beneath the Black Corner Region made one suspect Tou She Ancient God's motives. Therefore, if he was going to the Black Corner Region, he could not give up a Dou Emperor-level fighter like the Ice Emperor.

Before meeting the Ice Emperor, he would first subdue the Green Lotus Core Flame. That would give him the prerequisite for refining the Calamity Breaking Pill. As for changes to the plot, the moment he arrived in this world, the plot had already begun to shift. He could only do his best to keep the story he knew from straying too far, so that Gu He could profit from it to the greatest extent.

Gu He thought, After returning from the Black Corner Region, I can spread the news that I have obtained a Heavenly Flame. That way, Yao Chen will know there are no longer any ownerless Heavenly Flames in the Jia Ma Empire, and he will not have Xiao Yan cultivate the Flame Mantra. Xiao Yan's greatest cheat will be gone. But there is still one problem. If the Heavenly Flame is taken away ahead of time, how will Queen Medusa use its power to evolve into the Seven-Colored Heaven Swallowing Python?

Gu He could not help but feel a headache coming on. He returned to the table, took out paper and pen from his Ring, and wrote down the relevant connections and everyone's positions. After thinking for a while, Gu He came up with a plan. Once he returned to the Monster Mountain Range and finished refining these medicinal ingredients, he could head to the Tagor Desert to make his arrangements.

With no more doubts, Gu He made a few adjustments to his plans for the future before sitting back on the bed. He intended to recover his mental strength first, then study the seventh-tier pill formulas. After absorbing two wisps of Spiritual Energy, his Soul Power fully recovered and even improved slightly. Gu He first took out the formula for the low-grade seventh-tier Instant Qi Pill. This pill formula had only barely reached the seventh tier, so the pressure of recording its information should only be slightly greater than that of the Azure Nether Longevity Pill. There should still be time before dawn to study the incomplete formula for the Yin Yang Life Soul Pill.

At dawn, light shone upon the land. After nearly pushing himself to the limit for an entire day and night memorizing pill formulas, Gu He felt that the Soul Power which had surged after absorbing Spiritual Energy the day before yesterday had basically stabilized. Of the new pill formulas he had obtained in the Imperial Capital, only the Plain Heart Pill remained unmemorized.

After leaving his room and washing up, he happened to see Xiao Yi Xian emerge from her room, already dressed.

She wore a pale white long dress, its sleeves made somewhat wider than usual, fluttering sharply in the wind. Her waist was drawn tight, making her seem even more delicate, as though her slender waist might be unable to bear too much weight and cause her to fall at any moment. She had a lovely oval face, a small upright nose, willow-leaf brows, and thin lips. Her face was lightly made up, gorgeous without being coquettish, pure without being vulgar. Her thick black hair fell softly and smoothly over her shoulders, making her look fresh and lovely.

Gu He walked over to Xiao Yi Xian and could not help looking at her waist, which was even slimmer than that of the Snake-People Tribe.

"Master, let's go!" Xiao Yi Xian called to Gu He.

After boarding the horned-horse carriage specially prepared by the Mite'er Family, Gu He put on the Ice Silkworm Mask he had not used in a long time. After all, he did not want to cause a commotion, and his original appearance was far too famous because of his status. Thus, he had no choice but to wear the mask while accompanying Xiao Yi Xian on her shopping trip.

"Master, why are you wearing that?" Xiao Yi Xian was quite puzzled by Gu He's mask.

"Too many people in the Imperial Capital know me. If we want to properly stroll around the Imperial Capital, I can only wear this mask."

Gu He explained as he prepared to directly instruct the driver to head for the bustling center of the Imperial Capital, but Xiao Yi Xian stopped him.

"Master, I also invited Sister Ya Fei yesterday. Let's go pick her up first!"

Gu He had to admire Ya Fei's social skills. She had gotten Xiao Yi Xian to call her sister so quickly, and Xiao Yi Xian had even invited her along while she was touring the Imperial Capital with her master. Still, Gu He did not object. When he left the Jia Ma Empire for the Black Corner Region, it would be good to have someone close to Xiao Yi Xian keep her company. With him behind Xiao Yi Xian, she would not be allowed to suffer any disadvantage.

The carriage headed toward the Mite'er Family headquarters. From far away, they could see a captivating figure standing there. As the carriage drew closer, Gu He seriously admired this seductive woman for the first time.

Ya Fei was clad in red, with a pink shawl draped over her shoulders and winding between her arms. Beneath her slender jade-like neck, a faint patch of white skin was intermittently visible. Her plain waist was so slim it could be grasped in one hand, while most of her long, supple, well-proportioned legs were exposed to the air. She wore crescent shoes embroidered with plum blossoms. Her large eyes held both smiles and allure, misty and watery, with a subtle seductiveness hidden within them. The corners of her delicate mouth curved slightly upward, her red lips parted as though tempting others to steal a kiss. She was a woman whose bewitching charm radiated from her very bones, tugging at men's nerves at every moment.

Gu He could not help sighing that she was a peerless beauty. Looking directly at her, even his composure wavered somewhat. Even Xiao Yi Xian, also a woman, showed a trace of amazement as she said to Ya Fei, "Sister Ya Fei, you're even more beautiful today."

Ya Fei covered her mouth and laughed softly. "Not at all. Little Sister Xiao Yi Xian is the beautiful one today!"

She looked toward Gu He, who stood to the side, and a trace of confusion flashed through her eyes. However, seeing that Xiao Yi Xian had come down with him, and remembering that the Ice Silkworm Mask had been sold by the Mite'er Family, Ya Fei quickly guessed his identity. She respectfully said to Gu He, "Greetings, Pill King. I hope I have not disturbed you."

"It is fine. With someone as familiar with the Imperial Capital as you, we will save ourselves a great deal of trouble," Gu He said indifferently.

Seeing Gu He acknowledge his identity, Ya Fei handed him a Ring. Meeting Gu He's questioning gaze, she said, "These are the remaining two portions of medicinal ingredients from the Mu Family. Since the Great Elder knew I would be touring the Imperial Capital with the Pill King today, he asked me to deliver them to you."

Gu He nodded and accepted the Ring. The three returned to the carriage.

With an outsider present, Xiao Yi Xian did not dare act too intimately, and the atmosphere became somewhat stiff for a time.

Ya Fei took the initiative to break the silence. "Is there anywhere in particular that the Pill King and Xiao Yi Xian are interested in? The Imperial Capital is enormous and has many things to see. If we wander around without a destination, who knows how long it will take to see it all."

"I do not mind. Today is mainly about accompanying Xiao Yi Xian. Listen to what she wants."

Seeing how indulgent Gu He was toward Xiao Yi Xian, a trace of envy and confusion flashed through Ya Fei's eyes. The relationship between the Pill King and Xiao Yi Xian did not quite seem like that of ordinary master and disciple! I must be overthinking it.

"I... I want to buy pretty clothes." Xiao Yi Xian pressed a pale finger to her lips and spoke uncertainly.

"Mm, I understand. Xiao Yi Xian, you want to buy some beautiful and exquisite clothing. Then we should go directly to the East District. There is an area there dedicated to selling clothes. They have not only women's clothing, but men's clothing as well. The Pill King can buy some too," Ya Fei suggested.

"Alright, then let us head for the East District."

With their route decided, the carriage quickly headed toward the East District. After that exchange, the atmosphere inside eased somewhat, but Gu He had things on his mind, so Xiao Yi Xian and Ya Fei did most of the talking.

The carriage stopped outside the East District. This was already one of the most prosperous areas of the Imperial Capital, with crowds flowing endlessly through the streets. The carriage could not enter at all, so they could only get out and walk into the square. Fortunately, it was only a few steps away.

After Ya Fei and Xiao Yi Xian stepped down from the carriage, the crowd fell briefly silent. Gu He, standing behind the two women, was perfectly ignored.