After hearing Shen Luo's words, Yan Wushi paused in surprise, then took the jade slip from him with some curiosity. Once he swept it with his divine sense, an expression of overwhelming delight immediately appeared on his face.
The knowledge of puppetcraft recorded in the jade slip was profound and unfathomable. In many areas, it could remedy the numerous shortcomings in Heavenly Mechanism City's current puppetcraft. Its immense value to Heavenly Mechanism City went without saying.
"Brother Shen, this knowledge of puppetcraft is far too precious. I don't deserve such a gift..." Yan Wushi hesitated, then offered the jade slip back.
"Turmoil is about to erupt across the Three Realms, and the Demon Clan is stirring restlessly. This is precisely when the major sects need to work together and help one another. If this knowledge of puppetcraft can help Heavenly Mechanism City, all the better. If you feel uncomfortable accepting this jade slip, Brother Yan, then do as Brother Bai is doing and help me collect some ten-thousand-year fire qilin wood, heavenly fire, and nine-heavens metal essence when you have time." Shen Luo smiled and shook his head, making no move to accept the jade slip Yan Wushi offered.
"Very well. I'll report this to the city lord. I won't disappoint you, Brother Shen," Yan Wushi said at once.
Though the materials Shen Luo requested were precious, the knowledge of puppetcraft recorded in the jade slip was a truly priceless treasure to Heavenly Mechanism City. Little Master would surely understand that.
"Sorry for the trouble." Shen Luo nodded slightly.
Yan Wushi stepped back a few paces and solemnly cupped his hands toward Shen Luo and Nie Caizhu, then turned and took his leave as well.
Only Shen Luo and Nie Caizhu remained on the summit.
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