"I said, it's inconvenient." Chen Changqing steeled himself, determined to play the rogue to the bitter end.
"Changqing Peak is small and crowded. There really aren't any spare rooms to accommodate Your Highness. I think the main peak would be better—spacious, with abundant spiritual energy. I'll send a message to my master right away and have him arrange the finest cave dwelling for you."
As he spoke, he actually put on a show and pulled out a communication Jade Slip.
"Is that so?" Xuanyuan Xiaoyu sneered. "Then why did I hear that your Changqing Peak just came into a massive windfall, so rich it's dripping with oil? Even your disciples received Peak-grade Spirit Treasures and a million Spirit Stones each. With such lavish generosity, you can't clear out even a single guest room?"
Chen Changqing froze mid-motion.
That news had spread far too quickly!
He shot a vicious glare at Ran Hua, who was shrinking his neck amid the crowd some distance away.
It had to be that brat with his loose lips, leaking the news.
Feeling the Holy Son's murderous gaze, Ran Hua was so frightened he nearly dropped to his knees on the spot, inwardly crying bitterly.
Holy Son, this really isn't my fault!
With all the commotion you made on Changqing Peak, let alone Shushan, even the old man selling flatbreads in the market at the foot of the mountain probably knows by now!
"Ahem." Chen Changqing coughed twice, concealing his embarrassment. "Having money and having space are two different matters. In any case, Changqing Peak truly isn't convenient."
"Whether it's convenient isn't for you to decide."
Xuanyuan Xiaoyu did not waste words with him.
With a flick of her wrist, a glittering golden token appeared in her palm.
An ancient character for "Human" was carved upon