Naruto did not get angry at her tone. Instead, he laughed.
"As long as the materials and spirit herbs really are rare treasures, the price won't be a problem."
Naruto's own tone was unusually bold, making the young girl pause and study him a little more seriously.
"Then wait a moment. I'll have someone bring a few things out."
The young girl spoke with a softer expression.
After all, a customer who seemed generous was always welcome.
She took out a Small Bronze Bell and shook it lightly in a rhythmic pattern, then casually settled into a wooden chair, showing no intention of attending to Naruto.
Naruto sneered inwardly. Unhurriedly, he pulled over a chair and sat down opposite her, with only a wooden table between them.
The other seven took their seats as well.
All of them were expressionless.
The actions of Naruto and his seven companions made the young girl's delicate brows crease slightly. Though she looked somewhat displeased, she ultimately said nothing.
A moment later, a young female cultivator entered, carrying two jade boxes, one large and one small.
"Just put them here."
The young girl pointed at the table beside her and spoke expressionlessly.
"Yes, miss!"
The female cultivator answered respectfully, placed the jade boxes on the table, and withdrew on her own.
A flicker of surprise crossed Naruto's eyes when he saw how respectfully the female cultivator treated the mortal young girl.
"The pill formula and magical artifact are right here. Take a look for yourself. If you're satisfied, I'll tell you the price."
The young girl gently pushed the jade boxes toward Naruto and spoke calmly.
Since she had said so, Naruto did not stand on ceremony. He reached out and picked up the smaller jade box.
Then he lifted the lid, revealing a