As soon as she said that.
Everyone in the caravan froze.
Yet no one doubted her words.
After all, the Sword Control Technique she had displayed when descending from the sky earlier was enough to leave everyone stunned.
It was just that the first thing out of her mouth was money...
"What?"
Liu Shishi's delicate brows knitted faintly.
Somewhat displeased, she said:
"My price is already the lowest."
"Fine." Shen Jun hesitated no longer. He glanced at Liu Shishi, his expression turning grave.
"Silver is a small matter. I only ask that you make certain our caravan remains safe."
"You can rest easy about that." Liu Shishi cast an indifferent glance toward the mountains ahead.
"A few rotten fish and spoiled shrimp among the demons—I can wipe them out with a wave of my hand."
"But."
At this point, Liu Shishi turned around, her gaze becoming solemn.
"Hm?" Shen Jun and Liu Sanjiang were both startled by the gravity in her eyes.
They looked at her nervously.
"You have to provide food and lodging." Liu Shishi said sternly.
Shen Jun...
Liu Sanjiang...
Two days later.
The caravan finally arrived at Qinghai Bay.
Looking at the enormous gorge before them.
And the dense forests stretching all around it.
Everyone's spirits soared.
"Green woods form a forest, and a vast forest becomes a sea."
"The name Qinghai Bay, given by County Duke Zeng, truly fits perfectly."
Seeing such a magnificent sight for the first time, Shen Jun felt somewhat exhilarated.
"Yes, young friend Shen. There will be plenty of time to admire this place in the future. Let us head to the mine first."
Liu Sanjiang was a man of action. Looking at Shen Jun, he said in a low voice:
"As long as the task entrusted by our benefactor remains unfinished,