The opened basket was packed with dry grass to cushion its contents, with two jars of wine nestled inside.
The delivery method alone showed that the courier was not well-off. Otherwise, he would not have used something so primitive. Putting them in a Heaven-and-Earth Bag would have been simple, convenient, and protected them from knocks and drops.
Li Hongjiu brushed aside the grass, and his eyes lit up at the sight of the wine jars. They were gourd-shaped and dark brown, smoothly rounded with an unadorned elegance and a distinctive air. Anyone with a discerning eye could tell they were vessels belonging to someone with refined taste.
Even the seals were exquisite, made from red jade clay paste. Judging by the discoloration, they had quite a few years on them.
His master was the Treasure-Evolving Sect's Sect Master, after all. However much his master disapproved of his love of wine, he had still managed to cadge some fine drinks. He had seen such things before, and possessed the discernment to appreciate them.
Unable to wait, he snatched out a jar, slapped off the clay seal, and tore away the gold paper covering its mouth. A refreshing fragrance, rich without being cloying, instantly wafted out. He brought his nose and mouth close for a sniff, involuntarily narrowing his eyes and shaking his head in appreciation. Then he gripped the bottom of the jar, intent on taking a swig first.
Beside him, Guang Haoyou grew anxious at once. He wanted to ask whether the man had gone mad. If he was not going to take precautions, why have someone escort the courier here?
He hurriedly reached out and pressed down on Li Hongjiu's bent arm. Shaking his head at Li Hongjiu's startled look, he said, "Martial Uncle, we don't yet know whether