Chapter 1380 - 1376

The little paperman swayed its feet twice with a contemplative look on its face, feigning depth.

"Alright then, I’ll come to find you when he returns!"

After saying that, the little paperman vanished instantly.

Master Mei had intended to exchange a few polite words, but his words got stuck, and his expression turned utterly bewildered.

"Just... just disappeared like that?"

Back when Master Mei stood out among many candidates, it was not only because of his sufficient abilities but also because he had a certain talent in the path of the Xuan Sect.

In his eyes, even if the little paperman was somewhat peculiar, a puppet was ultimately a puppet; it couldn’t really think and learn like a human.

But now he had personally witnessed the little paperman disappear cleanly right under his nose without leaving a trace.

If that little paperman was here to assassinate him, wouldn’t it be a sure hit upon making a move!

A rush of fear shot from Master Mei’s soles straight to his head.

Thinking about this, Master Mei no longer wished to hold back against Yun Ran.

No matter what Yun Ran and their companions intended, once the Fifth Elder returned, he must be packed up overnight and sent in front of the little paperman!

Within the Dream Realm, everything proceeded at its own pace, step by step.

Meanwhile outside the Dream Realm, Xuan Chu had spent a considerable amount of money and finally found a way into the City Lord Mansion.

A man dressed in a long robe, clearly looking like a steward, sized up Xuan Chu.

Only then did he speak condescendingly: "Are you the one who wants to supply jewelry to the City Lord Mansion?"

At this moment, Xuan Chu was far from the straightforwardness he had when first leaving Heavenly Dao Village; upon hearing this, he understood immediately.

He promptly took out a small velvet pouch from his bag, inside which were a few pink pearls.

"Yes, Steward. You see, these are samples. You can take them back for a thorough inspection."

The steward looked at Xuan Chu, seeing he understood, his expression softened a few degrees, and even his tone followed suit.

"Alright then, here’s your token. If the Manager from the business side evaluates and approves, you can start doing business within the City Lord Mansion.

Manager Liu from the business side is fair and strict, doesn’t like bootlickers, and has no other hobby but enjoying tea!"

After exchanging a few more sweet words, the steward left with the items.

Looking at the wooden token in his hand, a hint of a smile finally appeared in Xuan Chu’s tired eyes.

If the people from Heavenly Dao Village saw him being this smooth now, they would probably be very surprised.

Following the guide, Xuan Chu quickly arrived outside the meeting courtyard, and even before entering, he heard the noise coming from inside.

From just listening, he knew there were definitely a lot of people inside.

Noticing the gold ingot given by Xuan Chu, the guide glanced around, lowered his voice, and said, "Quite a few people came, all bearing large gifts."

Xuan Chu: ...

It seems Yun Ran was right; this world itself is a giant makeshift troupe, a huge world of social exchanges.

"Thank you."

Entering the courtyard, he saw the place crowded with people, an experience entirely different from outside.

With so many people vying for the twenty business route slots each year, it’s clear how profitable this enterprise is.

No wonder this new Moonlight City is much wealthier than the Moonlight City he once remembered.