"Master, may this disciple presumptuously ask—why have you suddenly started treating me so well? Do you have some purpose?"
Jiang Ping An asked bluntly.
Xie BenJun smiled. "My disciple is so talented that you may one day have a chance to become an Earth Immortal-level Refining Master. As your master, I'm building a good relationship with you in advance, so that when you rise to greatness, you can look after your master a little."
The reasoning sounded perfectly sufficient, yet Jiang Ping An still felt that something was off.
"This disciple will certainly never forget Master's kindness!" Jiang Ping An clasped his hands and bowed. If the other man truly treated him sincerely, he would sincerely treat the other man in return.
The two exchanged pleasantries and drank merrily for most of the day.
Xie BenJun set down his wine cup. "Your master needs to forge a high-grade Immortal Artifact and must go out to search for materials. I'll be away for a while longer, so I'll leave this shop to you. With your skill, you have the ability to run it well. Also, help your master purchase several materials."
"Please tell me, Master. This disciple will commit them to memory."
Jiang Ping An maintained a respectful attitude.
"Immortal Blood Gold Stone, Grievance Spirit Wood, and Netherworld Ancient Stone." Xie BenJun wrote the names on a slip of paper and handed it to Jiang Ping An.
Jiang Ping An examined it carefully and memorized the names. "This disciple will certainly do his utmost to find these materials."
Xie BenJun smiled as he stroked his beard. "It's fine if you can't find them. Don't delay your cultivation because of this. Your master is leaving now. If you encounter danger or anything you can't resolve, inform your master promptly."
As he spoke,