Trading and Digging Pits, Han Li's Sudden Attack of Conscience

Trading and Digging Pits, Han Li's Sudden Attack of Conscience

The two residences were not far apart to begin with. After running only a few steps, Han Li reached his destination.

The surrounding servants did not stop him. This young master was not visiting for the first time, and although he was Broad Hill Elder's disciple, their own master had been the one looking after him recently. The extent to which he was favored was plain for all to see. Calling him his disciple was not much different.

Han Li hurried straight into the main hall and saw that Chrysanthemum and Ghost Douluo had already arrived ahead of him.

Without Bibi Dong present, the atmosphere among the four was not so tense. Aside from Guimei, who still did not speak much, the other three chatted with smiles on their faces. Of course, Yue Guan was mainly the one keeping the conversation lively.

After all, the "Heng Ha Two Generals" had once been Qian Xunji's subordinates. Though the two Elders did not think highly of Qian Xunji either, they had dealt with him before. Their relationship had only worsened after the two joined Bibi Dong's faction.

"Xiao Li is here. Sit down."

Seeing the still slightly breathless Han Li, Azure Luan, as the host, smiled and poured him a cup of tea.

"Gulp, gulp, gulp." Han Li did not stand on ceremony. He took the cup, drained it in one go, and handed it back.

"Greetings, Teacher. Greetings, Martial Uncle. Greetings, Chrysanthemum Douluo. Greetings, Ghost Douluo."

Only then did Han Li steady his breathing and bow to the four Douluo.

Guimei said nothing, merely nodding in response. Yue Guan, on the other hand, looked Han Li over and covered his mouth as he chuckled. "So this is Fifth Elder's disciple. He is quite a fine young man. I am sure he will become a pillar of our Spirit Hall in the future."

The corner of Han Li's mouth twitched almost imperceptibly. To be honest, he had quite a favorable impression of Chrysanthemum and Ghost Douluo. For no other reason than that these two truly appeared throughout the entire story, their presence never fading. Their loyalty was beyond question, and their abilities were useful too. It was just a pity that they had followed the wrong person, leading to such a miserable end.

Still, while he understood Yue Guan's artistic behavior, he really could not get used to it for the time being.

"You flatter me, Chrysanthemum Douluo. I am merely fortunate enough to be valued by my teacher and martial uncle. As long as I can contribute to Spirit Hall in the future, I will be satisfied," Han Li replied modestly.

Seeing that they were about to continue exchanging pleasantries, Broad Hill hurriedly interrupted. "Now that Xiao Li is here, let's begin the trade. Xiao... Yue Guan, just give Xiao Li all those flowers, grasses, and the Plant Encyclopedia."

Hearing Broad Hill's words, Chrysanthemum Douluo froze for a moment. He had not expected that the things Broad Hill wanted were actually for his disciple.

Was this little fellow interested in such things? That was good, then. It was far better than letting Broad Hill ruin fine flowers through sheer ignorance. He had gone through great trouble to acquire some of those plants; he could not let Broad Hill spoil them.

At that thought, Yue Guan's impression of Han Li improved greatly. So this was a fellow flower lover. He would give him a cultivation manual later as well. He could not let the plants die. Perhaps he would gain another kindred spirit to discuss such things with in the future. Talking to this little fellow would surely be far more pleasant than dealing with that old fossil Dugu Bo.

"Fine. Then let us trade now."

After Yue Guan glanced at Guimei and confirmed that he agreed as well, he began taking items from his storage ring. As he carefully set the flowerpots on the floor, he pulled Han Li along and introduced their names, functions, effects, and suitable growing environments with great seriousness.

Han Li was rather interested as well and listened attentively. Before long, amid the explanations and listening, the hall was filled to the brim. For a moment, it was as though they stood amid a sea of flowers, their fragrance filling the air.

Seeing this, Han Li quickly activated his wristband and put everything away. When Yue Guan's expression turned anxious, Han Li hurriedly explained, "My wristband can store living things. Please rest assured, Senior."

Only then did Yue Guan relax. He resumed his previous actions, repeating them four times before he finally finished delivering all the plants. Yet he still looked reluctant as he stared at Han Li's wristband. Then he turned to look at the manual by Broad Hill's side and gritted his teeth, forcing himself to endure.

With a flick of his wrist, two booklets appeared in his hand. He spoke solemnly, "All the information on the plants I have collected and identified is recorded here. The other is my personal cultivation manual. I hope you will treat them well."

"Alright. Please rest assured."

Han Li was startled for a moment before accepting the two booklets with both hands. He did not particularly enjoy raising flowers and plants, but he had no intention of deliberately destroying them either. He had originally planned to hand them over to specialists and build a garden. Now that he had Chrysanthemum Douluo's manuals, it would be even more convenient.

Seeing how earnestly Han Li agreed, Yue Guan felt much better. Suppressing his reluctance, he headed toward Broad Hill and began handing over the medicinal herbs and Gold Soul Coins.

Han Li did not go over. Instead, he took the opportunity to flip through the exquisitely made Plant Encyclopedia. The moment he opened it, his eyes lit up. Chrysanthemum Douluo was indeed sincere. He could not possibly give away incomplete ancient texts, but it was obvious that he had put immense effort into this one as well.

The first page he opened contained records of Chrysanthemum Douluo's own martial soul, vividly depicted. Not only was everything described in detail, but there was even an illustration, colored in as well. There was no fear of mistaking it for something else.

Han Li eagerly flipped through several more pages. Sure enough, they contained the names of the immortal herbs he knew. There were not merely a handful recorded; there were nearly thirty varieties. Some, however, remained incomplete even after Yue Guan had searched through all sorts of ancient texts, and no illustrations had been included. Still, this was already enough for Han Li.

He tucked the two booklets into his wristband as though they were treasures, then glanced at Yue Guan and Guimei, who were still trading with Broad Hill. He felt as though he had cheated them a little too severely, but under the current circumstances, there was no other choice. After all, they were Bibi Dong's people now.

Moreover, he truly had not deceived them. After finishing the annotations last night, he had confirmed the situation with his teacher and martial uncle. The two currently had no chance of advancing. Having taken the wrong path, they were fortunate to have even reached Rank 95. That was Qian Daoliu's assessment. Otherwise, he would not have allowed Qian Xunji's subordinates to defect to Bibi Dong without stopping them.

Chrysanthemum and Ghost Douluo could either follow Han Li's notes and find something to compensate for their lacking potential, or they could only seek Soul Bones of extremely high age that were perfectly suited to their martial souls to support them. They would have to be at least fifty thousand years old. But after breaking through with the aid of Soul Bones, they would never be able to advance again in this lifetime.

Han Li then thought of Bibi Dong's attitude toward the two. If they followed Bibi Dong, they probably would not even get thirty-thousand-year Soul Bones. Obtaining Soul Bones over fifty thousand years old that perfectly matched them would be easier in a dream.

Mm, then he would have his teacher tell them about the Soul Bones as well. There was no need to write that in the booklet. He wondered whether they would tell Bibi Dong about it. Ha.

That way, although they would gain no insight, he would not have offended them too deeply either. Trading some resources he had no use for in exchange for these things was already quite good. After all, he had told them the method. If they could not accomplish it, they could not blame anyone else. Let the two of them and Bibi Dong worry over it instead.

In high spirits, Han Li used his Soul Bone to notify his teacher, then mentioned the possible consequences to Broad Hill. Broad Hill immediately agreed. Even the way he looked at the two unlucky fellows, Chrysanthemum and Ghost Douluo, became much friendlier.

If it can make Bibi Dong miserable, then you are my good friends, Broad Hill secretly chuckled to himself.

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