Chapter 2792

The inner city buzzed with activity, filled with stalls reminiscent of a lively marketplace. In each of the four cardinal directions—southeast and northwest—there were designated sparring rings for the locals to showcase their skills!

Kai and his companions strolled for quite some time until the Third Elder led them to a quaint little courtyard tucked away from the hustle and bustle!

Although the courtyard appeared small, it was impeccably well-kept.

“Welcome to our Jade Tripod Sect’s resting place in Jialing County,” the Third Elder announced. “We purchased this modest courtyard ourselves.”

“Third Elder, for such a prominent clan to invest in such a tiny courtyard seems rather frugal…” Kai chuckled lightly.

“Mr. Chen, you have no idea how sky-high the property prices are here. Given the financial state of our Jade Tripod Sect, affording anything more substantial is quite a challenge,” the Third Elder explained. “In the past, when we attended the Pill Master Meeting, we only rented accommodations. It was only after Hu Yixiao became the Patriarch that we managed to acquire this small courtyard.”

“This unassuming courtyard cost us millions of spirit coins!” the Third Elder admitted, a hint of embarrassment in his voice.

Upon hearing this, Kai could only smile in resignation. The Jade Tripod Sect had a history of generosity, often aiding the sick without expecting anything in return, which understandably left the sect in financial hardship.

Ever since Hu Yixiao took charge, he had been adept at accumulating wealth through the sect’s pharmacists, allowing for the revitalization of the sect and the purchase of their own courtyard here.

“Third Elder, what about that cluster of opulent mansions nearby? Who resides there?”

Demon Emperor Yih inquired, pointing towards an area adorned with luxurious houses not far from their small courtyard.

“Those magnificent residences are owned by influential clans and wealthy cultivators. I’ve heard they are exceptionally lavish inside, complete with spirit-gathering formations and attractive maids attending to their needs!”

“However, they are prohibitively expensive. I’ve never had the chance to step inside, and our Jade Tripod Sect simply can’t afford such luxury…” The Third Elder gazed at the mansions with envy.

“It’s just a collection of mansions; how costly could they be? Once I return to Demon Emperor City, I’ll purchase one and gift it to your Yuding Clan. I won’t be staying in this humble courtyard any longer,” Yih said nonchalantly.

Upon hearing Yih’s comment, the Third Elder fell silent. After all, as the Demon Emperor of Demon Emperor City, acquiring property here should be a simple task for him!

However, now that Ihyuk had been expelled from Demon Emperor City, he found himself in a difficult position—after all, a fallen phoenix is still less than a chicken, and he now had limited spirit coins at his disposal!

“Let’s set aside these discussions for now and head inside to rest!” Kai suggested to the group.

Kai was eager to examine the Heavenly Thunder Fruit more closely, as he hadn’t had the chance to do so in his haste earlier!

Upon entering the small courtyard, they discovered only two rooms available for resting.

With three men and one woman, sharing the two rooms posed a challenge. It would be cramped for Kai and the three men to occupy a single room!

“Yih Demon Emperor, I believe it would be best if the two of us shared one room!”

The Third Elder declared, pulling Yih into a room without further ado.

This left only Kai and Liu Ruyan, who would have to share the remaining room, as it wouldn’t be appropriate for Kai to sleep outside in the courtyard!

“Let’s head in as well…” Liu Ruyan said, her cheeks flushed, as she took Kai’s hand and led him toward the other room!

Seeing Liu Ruyan take the initiative, Kai didn’t resist.

Once inside, Liu Ruyan quickly tidied up while Kai retrieved a Heavenly Thunder Fruit from his storage ring!

The Heavenly Thunder Fruit shimmered softly, with flashes resembling lightning dancing within!

“Is this the Heavenly Thunder Fruit? It’s stunning…”

Liu Ruyan exclaimed, reaching out to touch it with excitement.

“Ah…”

But the moment her fingers made contact, the fruit sprang away as if pricked by a needle!