"Once that man has obtained the Numinous Treasure and finished his business, he will surely flee far away, never to be heard from again.
"You helped him hide his secret today, but if you want him to help you find that thousand-year-old Blood Lichen and save your mother later, it won't be so easy!
"Once he leaves Fule City, where will you find him in that vast sea of people?"
Lei Xiaosan met Gray Erniang's gaze, his eyes resolute, and said slowly, "Erniang, I only want to save my mother. Other people's affairs have nothing to do with me. I don't want to get involved in your business."
With that, he seemed to reach some sort of decision and called out to everyone present, "Heroes! Whoever obtained that Numinous Treasure, if fate allows you to find thousand-year-old Blood Lichen someday, I will repay you at any cost! I will never forget the kindness of saving my mother!"
Gray Erniang shot Lei Xiaosan several resentful looks, then stopped bothering him.
She snorted coldly, released her grip, and was about to continue questioning everyone one by one.
Just then, someone in the crowd objected and shouted, "Gray Erniang! How long will it take you to question us one by one?
"Everyone was wearing costumes and masks in the theater. Who could remember clearly who was who?
"There were so many extras, too. Can you tell who's telling the truth and who's lying?
"We can only stay in Fule City for three days!
"Hu Third Great-Grandfather must have left plenty of Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures in the city. Why are we wasting precious time here instead of splitting up and looking for them?!"
The moment one person spoke up, the others joined in.
"Exactly! Who cares about finding some Outer Sect Elder?