Li Xiaoya and Lingyu walked down the street, their divine sense detecting several strands of divine sense still following them. Li Xiaoya naturally knew who these people were. Lingyu had drawn their attention while pretending to possess a Super Teleportation Spirit Token and asking around for information. Seeing that a Core Condensation Stage cultivator had suddenly appeared beside her, several of the cultivators seemed to have second thoughts and quietly withdrew. Li Xiaoya sensed that those leaving were at early core condensation, while those who persisted were all at late condensed core!
Pretending not to notice, Li Xiaoya led Lingyu toward the Market District.
"Hey, Master! Where are we going now? Are we heading back?" Lingyu asked as they walked.
"Yes! We're heading back!" Li Xiaoya answered without turning his head.
"Hey, Master! Could I go back a little later? I still have something to do!" Disappointment appeared on Lingyu's face. She hesitated before speaking.
"What is it?"
"I've reached middle true cultivation now, haven't I? I wanted to buy some elixirs!" Lingyu answered.
"No need! I'll give you some when we get back! And a few treasures to protect yourself with, so you won't get bullied by a handful of small fry!" Li Xiaoya paused in surprise, then spoke as he continued walking.
"Ah! That's wonderful! Thank you, Master!" Lingyu said, practically skipping with delighted surprise.
Li Xiaoya and Lingyu chatted as they walked. When they turned toward the Gu Household, the cultivators tailing them finally withdrew, reluctant though they were.
Once they returned to the cave abode, Lingyu gazed expectantly at Li Xiaoya. Clearly, she wanted the elixirs and treasures he had promised her.
"Oh, you little girl!" Seeing her eager, kittenlike gaze, Li Xiaoya spoke helplessly. He patted his Storage Pouch, took out several bottles of elixirs,