Chapter 2790
It was clear that Kai was quite confused, prompting Suo Xingyue, who was nearby, to speak up. “You might not realize this, but the reason Jia Ling County has grown so significant is largely due to the annual pill refining meeting.”
“Additionally, the Lord of Jialing County is a remarkable pill maker himself. That’s why the statue of the Pill Elder stands proudly in this square—to draw more pill masters to our county!”
Once Kai heard this, he quickly grasped that the Lord of Jialing County was essentially capitalizing on the pill refining events to boost the prosperity of Jialing County!
“Looks like the Lord of Jialing County is quite the savvy businessman!”
Kai remarked with a subtle smile!
“Absolutely! Every year during the Pill Refining Conference, countless exotic treasures and abundant resources flock to Jialing County. Just look at the guards at the gates—they’re all cultivators from the Harmony Realm.”
“Without substantial resources, Jialing County wouldn’t be able to sustain such a large city!”
Suo Xingyue explained.
“Let’s hope our trip yields results…” Kai reflected on Suo Xingyue’s words with a sense of anticipation!
Perhaps he could uncover a wealth of exotic treasures during his stay in Jialing County, and even find a way to rid himself of Yih’s poison!
“Little friend, I appreciate the ride. Here’s my token. If you’d like, you can visit me at the Pill Master Association anytime.”
Suo Xingyue handed Kai a beautifully crafted, small token.
This token granted Kai unrestricted access to the Pill Master Association. Without it, he would have to wait until the association opened to join the queue for entry!
In essence, this token was like giving Kai an identity!
After presenting the token, Suo Xingyue departed to seek out her senior brother.
Meanwhile, Kai, guided by the Third Elder, began his journey into the heart of Jialing County!
The expansive Jialing County was divided into an outer city and an inner city!
Visitors to Jialing County could freely move and reside in the outer city, but entry to the inner city required strict checks and identity verification!
With the upcoming Pill Master Meeting set to take place in the Inner City, Kai and his companions headed that way!
“Mr. Chen, we three brothers will wait for you in the outer city. Given our strength, we wouldn’t find much enjoyment in the inner city.”
Big Jay from the Three Monstrous Thieves declared to Kai.
After all, the inner city was predominantly filled with powerful individuals and those of high status, making it less entertaining for the Three Monstrous Thieves to partake!
In the outer city, there were all sorts of people, along with various rings and gambling arenas, predominantly frequented by the lower classes!
This environment allowed the Three Thieves to enjoy themselves without restraint!
“Just remember, you three are not allowed to steal anything. If I catch wind of it, there will be consequences.”
Kai cautioned!
“We wouldn’t dare! Even with a hundred guts, we wouldn’t steal anything within Jialing County—that would be courting death!”
The Three Monstrous Thieves exclaimed, waving their hands in protest!
“Mr. Chen, don’t worry. No one dares to cause trouble in Jialing County.”
The Third Elder chimed in from the side!
Kai then turned to Liu Ruyan and said, “Please give me some spirit coins.”
Liu Ruyan immediately produced some spirit coins without hesitation and handed them to Kai.
Kai tossed the coins to the three thieves. “Enjoy yourselves outside and just wait for us!”
The three thieves gratefully accepted the coins, relieved they wouldn’t have to resort to stealing!
Once the three thieves left, Yih looked at Kai with a grin, “Mr. Chen’s soft rice must be quite hard to come by…”
This elicited laughter from the three elders, while Liu Ruyan blushed slightly!
Kai, unfazed, replied, “Soft rice does have its appeal…”
“Hahahaha…”
The group erupted in laughter, then continued their journey toward the inner city!