Sun Heming was a well-known figure among independent cultivators, and he was quite familiar with the sects and families in the world. There was no sect or family with any reputation that Sun Heming did not know.
However, after considering all the sects and families he knew, none of them had such a lavish spending style.
This style is very much like that of a wealthy dog!
If he could really enter such a sect, he might become one of the big shots in the future. Thinking about this, Sun Heming was a little excited and couldn't wait to find out which sect Rong Xi belonged to.
"You'll know once you join the sect."
"Otherwise, now that you know, it's more of a curse than a blessing for you!"
Rong Xi glanced at Sun Heming, feigning mystery.
What sect does she belong to? The reason she said that was simply to understand the psychology of independent cultivators and to play psychological warfare.
Of course, the imperial court is arguably the most powerful force in the world.
The problem is that Rong Xi does not represent the imperial court.
"It was my oversight, please forgive me, fairy!"
Sun Heming shuddered.
Rong Xi's heart skipped a beat, fearing that Sun Heming might have other ideas because of this. Fortunately, her stern refusal, by sheer accident, dispelled any further suspicion from Sun Heming.
There are countless sects and forces in the world, but some are hidden and powerful, always remaining secluded. When disciples of such sects emerge, they inevitably stir up a storm. The Free and Unfettered Sect is one such hidden sect. While the Free and Unfettered Pavilion is famous, the location of the Free and Unfettered Sect itself and the number of its disciples remain unknown.
The world's knowledge of the Xiaoyao Sect originated from Xiaoyaofang.
Several Nascent Soul cultivators and a Deity Transformation expert once attempted to plunder the Free and Unfettered Pavilion. However, the Free and Unfettered Pavilion only sent one person, who killed the Deity Transformation expert in less than ten breaths, and also wiped out the several Nascent Soul cultivators.
From then on, the name of the Free and Unfettered Sect spread throughout the world.
Thinking he was about to find a powerful patron, Sun Heming became even more enthusiastic in introducing Rong Xi to the various stalls in the alley. As for how generous Rong Xi was, Sun Heming simply ignored it.
"A cicada molt after thirty-three years? They actually have this too!"
"Ninefold Fiery Bamboo Shoots!"
"Cold Water Pearl!"
...
Rong Xi bought things along the way.
Some stalls went on a shopping spree, spending hundreds of mid-grade spirit stones.
Such a generous gesture even alarmed the stewards of Xiaoyaofang.
It's important to know that setting up a stall in Xiaoyaofang isn't free; each stall owner has to hand over a certain percentage of their sales revenue.
For Xiaoyaofang, a client as extravagant as Rong Xi is someone worth cultivating good relations with. Although Xiaoyaofang is backed by the Xiaoyao Sect, its stewards also need cultivation resources. The better Xiaoyaofang's profits, the more resources they receive. Conversely, if Xiaoyaofang's profits are poor, they will struggle financially.
"Young lady, I am a steward of Xiaoyao Pavilion. You have spent a total of one hundred mid-grade spirit stones at Xiaoyao Pavilion. According to the rules of Xiaoyao Pavilion, you have become a VIP customer. This is a one-star Xiaoyao Token. With this token, you can use the Unlimited Teleportation Array once!"
"Only one star?"
Rong Xi glanced disdainfully at the Freedom Token in the steward's hand, waved her hand, and said, "Looks like I still haven't bought enough!"
"..."
Upon hearing Rong Xi's words, the surrounding vendors and the manager of Xiaoyaofang all had the same feeling: "What a rich bastard!"
Also, this girl is really naive and rich!
"My lady, this old man may have something you're looking for. These items were unearthed from ancient ruins. Please take a look!"
At the stall closest to Rong Xi, a little old man smiled and spoke to her. His stall indeed sold many good things.
However, all of these things have a line in their names: Cursed!
A cursed magical artifact will bring misfortune to its owner.
"Old man, if I were you, I would return these things immediately. Otherwise, you should start preparing for your funeral!"
The old man's head was shrouded in a dark cloud. He had no idea where he got these things from; they were already plagued by misfortune.
Rong Xi meant well in her advice, but the other party didn't appreciate it at all.
"Little girl, what do you know?"
"When I was at the height of my power, you were still nowhere to be found!"
"If you don't know what you're doing, get out of my way and stop blocking my business!"
Upon hearing Rong Xi's words, the old man's previously kind and amiable face instantly turned somewhat ferocious.
Rong Xi pursed her lips, deciding not to argue with a dying man.
Clearly, this old man's nature was never like this before. It's just that now, plagued by misfortune, his actions are increasingly deviating from his original character.
"Let's go take a look ahead!"
Although Rong Xi went on a shopping spree, she only bought quest items. She didn't know why the system needed these things, but as long as she completed the quest and received the reward of the cave's spirit-gathering array, she couldn't care less about anything else.
After browsing through the stalls one by one, Rong Xi spent over a hundred mid-grade spirit stones.
The steward of Xiaoyao Pavilion appeared a second time, this time presenting a two-star Xiaoyao Token.
"Petty!"
Facing the butler who appeared a second time, Rong Xi was no longer as polite as she had been the first time. "You don't even know to give a potential client like me a higher level of VIP treatment? You'll never amount to anything but a lowly butler!"
That's quite a slap in the face.
However, the steward of Xiaoyaofang, upon hearing Rong Xi's words, not only showed no indignation but also appeared to agree.
"What you say is absolutely right, young lady!"
"Several seniors have pointed out this 'flaw' of mine. Steward, I've always been rather timid, preferring to play it safe rather than seeking merit, and only aiming to avoid mistakes. I hope you'll forgive my rudeness, young lady!"
"Personality determines destiny; the ancients were right!"
Rong Xi glanced at the steward, "This young lady is going to continue shopping, so I won't say any more. See you later!"
The steward of Xiaoyaofang smiled wryly. He wasn't unaware of his own personality flaws, but getting him to change was truly difficult. Old habits die hard.
Rong Xi was just saying it casually, and didn't expect the steward of Xiaoyaofang to actually make an extraordinary gift.
However, after she spent dozens more mid-grade spirit stones, the steward of Xiaoyaofang appeared once again!
"Miss, this is my Xiaoyao Fang's Silver Xiaoyao Token. With this token, you can use the Wuding Teleportation Array at any time to enjoy a 20% transaction bonus on all purchases within Xiaoyao Fang!"
"In addition, the annual Rare Treasures Fair at Xiaoyao Pavilion invites young ladies to participate!"
"This is already the highest-level Freedom Token I can give. As for the higher-level Golden Freedom Token and Supreme Freedom Token, they must be issued personally by the Master of the Pavilion!"
"That's more like it!"
This time, Rong Xi did not refuse the silver carefree token, but happily accepted it.
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