Before he knew it, Xiang Tian had already returned to the vicinity of Azure Turning Lake. Though he inevitably encountered some passersby along the way, dressed as he was, they merely took him for a beggar traveling the roads in search of food. None could have imagined that he was the infamous wicked immortal of his generation, Chi Youran.
Heading deep into the dense forest, Xiang Tian was soon noticed by hidden sentries. They revealed themselves and led him into a thatched cottage.
Xiao Zhen held no low position in the Xiao Family. Otherwise, he would not have been sent here to oversee the mining operations.
Upon seeing Xiang Tian, Xiao Zhen clasped his fists slightly. "Senior Chi, this task will trouble you."
"No matter. Are the goods ready?"
Xiang Tian waved a hand, his tone utterly unconcerned.
"They are ready."
Xiao Zhen smiled faintly. The old man handling the accounts beside him handed over two Universe Bags. Inside were Wind Spirit Ore and one million Sky Crystals—the payment for Chi Youran's escort of the ore.
After inspecting them, Xiang Tian nodded.
"Senior, a carriage is already waiting outside. It is carrying a shipment of medicinal herbs from our Xiao Family, and Senior may use it as cover."
Xiang Tian nodded, accepted the two Universe Bags, and followed Xiao Zhen through the dense forest.
A caravan had long been waiting in the distance. Though Chi Youran was powerful, his identity was special. If he rashly headed alone for the Sacrifice Altar, he might well be noticed. Traveling with the Xiao Family's caravan would conveniently conceal his tracks.
The caravan truly was transporting medicinal herbs, and Chi Youran truly was escorting Wind Spirit Ore.
"Young Master!"
The newcomer bowed to Xiao Zhen. Xiao Zhen nodded. "Attend to this gentleman well. Everything