Zhou Baogui was a shrewd merchant, and he had great confidence in his ability to judge people.
It was also what he had relied on throughout his years of struggling and climbing his way up in the cultivation world.
Perhaps several years ago, when he sold that incomplete Talisman Treasure to this young man, Zhou Baogui had regarded him as nothing more than a customer with plenty of Spirit Stones.
But merchants also needed to keep abreast of all kinds of information in the cultivation world, understand major events, and know which way the wind was blowing.
Naturally, he had also seen what happened on Dragon Pool Mountain.
At the time, he had recognized at a glance that the young Sword in the Clouds Immortal was Song Yesheng.
Later, he also learned that the man's real name was Song Yan.
"Hehe, Senior Song, you are young and accomplished, with such striking looks and bearing."
"A mere little mask could hardly conceal your splendor, hahaha."
Shopkeeper Zhou certainly had a way with words.
Still, this man had met him only once several years ago, yet could recognize him today from his eyes and brows alone. He was no ordinary man.
Zhou Baogui glanced up at Song Yan, then suddenly summoned the maid back inside.
"Clear these away, then bring me my Green Lotus Peak Jade."
"Yes, Shopkeeper."
The maid answered, and her delicate hands worked nimbly as she quickly replaced their tea.
"Please, Senior Song. This is excellent Green Lotus Peak Jade. It relieves fatigue and nourishes the divine soul."
Zhou Baogui lifted his teacup first and took a sip. "If you find this tea to your liking, Senior, I'll have Xiao Lan pack you a bag to take away."
Seeing this, Song Yan did not decline. He lifted his cup