Chapter 180: Granny Jing
Shopkeeper Wu understood that it would be impossible to find spiritual spring objects up for auction in the Black Market, so he quickly shifted his tone. "If Daoist Qin is interested in the Black Market, I can make an introduction. Besides the Black Market, Wenyue Market has a secret shop run by a highly respected elder. It serves as a gathering place for like-minded cultivators, mostly rogue cultivators, where members can trade, post tasks, or seek assistance. It’s much easier to tackle difficulties as a group than going it alone."
"Oh?"
Qin Sang was intrigued. After a moment’s thought, however, he wasn’t too surprised. Shaohua Mountain had similar small circles among fellow disciples, and if he couldn’t find what he needed elsewhere, he planned to ask Senior Brother Wen for a referral.
"Is this gathering open to anyone, or are there requirements?"
Shopkeeper Wu nodded. "Yes, there are two requirements. First, it requires recommendations from at least three current members, but you needn’t worry, Daoist Qin. I can help you find two more. The second is a thorough background check to verify one’s identity and origins. Since the members are primarily rogue cultivators, they’re all very cautious. The shop exists to foster mutual support, and we want to prevent anyone with ill intentions or a dubious past from infiltrating."
With this, Shopkeeper Wu gave Qin Sang a slightly hesitant look, unsure of his intentions.
Qin Sang smiled at his words. He had nothing to hide about his background. He had concealed his cultivation level in front of Shopkeeper Wu out of habit to avoid complications, but hearing this, he took out his waist token and handed it to him.
"I cultivate at Shaohua Mountain. You may pass along this waist token to that elder. If verification with other disciples at Shaohua Mountain is needed, I’ll fully cooperate."
"Senior Qin!"