After walking several steps, she didn't hear anyone calling her from behind.
Shui Qingyue had to turn back, only to see Li Tianjue speaking to the shopkeeper, saying things like he felt embarrassed and thanking him for his trouble, and promising to patronize them again next time… with no intention of chasing after her.
She was so angry that she didn't know whether to leave or stay.
A while later, Li Tianjue and the other two walked over, saying coldly, "Saintess Qingyue, if you are tired of walking, then we shall return and discuss the cooperation. Let's not waste any more time."
So rigid and unromantic, what a blockhead!
Shui Qingyue grumbled inwardly, but she couldn't bring herself to say any harsh words to Li Tianjue. She said softly, "Big Brother Li, thank you for accompanying me this morning. I have something I want to tell you privately, okay?"
"What can't be said in front of everyone? It's not something shameful…"
"Ji Xing, do not be disrespectful to the Saintess."
Li Tianjue interrupted Lu Jixing and said plainly, "Then let's go to Liuxiang Garden ahead. Tianshu and Ji Xing, you can wait for me outside."
Chu Tianshu and Lu Jixing could only guard the entrance of the garden helplessly.
The garden was quiet and serene. Shui Qingyue looked at the handsome and tall Li Tianjue beside her, finally realizing they were alone.
Her heart beat faster. Leaning against a begonia tree, she said softly, "Big Brother Li…"
"Saintess, can that batch of gems be priced at last year's rate?"
Li Tianjue said seriously, "Qingxu Heaven has always sincerely cooperated with the Taichu Holy Land. For so many years, our cooperation has been very pleasant, and I hope this cooperation can last for a long time. What do you think, Saintess?"
Shui Qingyue looked at Li Tianjue with alluring eyes, "Do you really not understand what I mean, Big Brother Li?"
Li Tianjue frowned, "Saintess, I am being serious."
"I am serious too."
Shui Qingyue looked at him with admiration, "Big Brother Li, as long as you agree, I guarantee that the business between Taichu Holy Land and Qingxu Heaven will last forever and we will be on good terms for eternity. This is a win-win situation, why wouldn't you be happy?"
"Am I… not good enough for Big Brother Li?"
Li Tianjue finally lost his patience. He cupped his fists and said, "We don't see eye to eye. I bid farewell!"
He turned to leave, giving Shui Qingyue no time to consider. Anxiously, she grabbed Li Tianjue's sleeve, "I won't allow you to leave!"
"Saintess, please respect yourself!"
"You…"
A strong sense of shame and anger surged through her. Shui Qingyue never expected Li Tianjue to refuse so unceremoniously.
In Taichu Holy Land, or even the Red Moon Empire, how many proud sons of heaven bowed before her and fell at her feet? Yet, she was solely infatuated with Li Tianjue and wanted to pour out her heart, only to be met with such humiliation.
"Fine, I understand."
Shui Qingyue suppressed her anger with all her might, gritted her teeth, and said, "Big Brother Li, then let's conduct our business professionally. This batch of gems can be sold to Qingxu Heaven at the original price, or even at a lower price, as long as you help me with something."
Li Tianjue's expression finally softened, "Please speak, Saintess."
"Accompany me to the center of the Liuguang Forest to retrieve something."
"Alright."
"I will notify Elder Sun about the transaction immediately, but you have to accompany me now!" After speaking, Shui Qingyue took out her sound transmission jade pendant.
Li Tianjue hesitated for a moment before agreeing, "Very well, I'll inform Tianshu and the others, and then I will accompany the Saintess to Liuguang Forest."
…
Qingxu Heaven.
There were too many spirit pet eggs to handle, and Su Luo couldn't slack off. She worked with the Fourth Elder for the entire morning before finally re-cultivating all the spirit pet eggs.
Finally finished, both of them slumped onto their chairs, exhausted.
"Fourth Grandpa, this is just temporary. If we cultivate them all the way, the spirit pets that hatch will be even more powerful," Su Luo's forehead was covered in sweat. Although tired, she was very happy.
"Good, good, good! Next time, Fourth Grandpa will cultivate even more powerful spirit pets according to your method."
The Fourth Elder lay back in his armchair, looking at the cultivation manual Su Luo had handwritten, his mind filled with fantasies.
From now on, all spirit pets produced by Qingxu Heaven would be King of Birds and King of Beasts.
One day, when fighting enemies, every disciple of Qingxu Heaven would have a King of Birds and King of Beasts, advancing in mighty formations, their morale soaring! The sky would be filled with ice, fire, wind, and thunder, the earth would crack and split, and the enemies would be routed…
"Hahahaha… Wonderful!"
The Fourth Elder laughed with joy, "This cultivation method and key points will be Qingxu Heaven's secret from now on. Su girl… how are you so clever! Qingxu Heaven is truly fortunate to have you."
Su Luo smiled sweetly, "It is my fortune to come to Qingxu Heaven, to receive the care of six grandpas, and to be liked by so many people."
Just as the old and the young were happily chatting, a disciple reported, "Fourth Elder, Taichu Holy Land is ready and says the transaction can proceed immediately."
"Oh, that's great!"
The Fourth Elder and Su Luo, disregarding their fatigue, quickly got up to pack the spirit pet eggs.
When they arrived at the main hall, the First Elder, Fifth Elder, and people from Taichu Holy Land were already waiting for them.
The Fifth Elder said cheerfully, "Fourth Elder, Su girl, hurry up. Elder Sun from the Holy Land has just agreed to cooperate. Not only will that batch of gems not increase in price, but they will also sell them to us at a ten percent discount."
Su Luo was a little surprised, "Really?"
Didn't they have an unpleasant encounter yesterday and demand a price increase? Why was it cheaper today?
She glanced around but did not see Shui Qingyue or Li Tianjue.
Could they not have returned yet?
Elder Sun from Taichu Holy Land said proudly, "This is the Saintess's decision, so we are selling them to you at a slightly lower price. These are all high-quality gems. If you go elsewhere, you won't find such a good deal."
It sounded as if Qingxu Heaven was getting a huge bargain from Taichu Holy Land…
Su Luo felt a little displeased but said nothing. She quickly inspected the gems again. Once confirmed, both parties signed the contract, and the transaction was finally completed, settling a major matter.
"Now, bring out your spirit pet eggs."
Elder Sun said with his hands behind his back, "It's time for us to see Qingxu Heaven's goods. Let me state this upfront, if the quality is poor, we will not accept them. Many forces are looking to cooperate with our Holy Land recently."
The Fourth Elder snorted, "I'm afraid you can't afford them!"
Another elder from the Holy Land smiled confidently, "We came specifically for this, and we've brought enough money. As long as Qingxu Heaven has good goods, how can we not afford them?"
The Fourth Elder gave Su Luo a look, and the two of them waved their hands, and three hundred exquisite jade boxes appeared neatly on the ground.
The jade boxes were engraved with special formations, which not only maintained the state of the spirit pet eggs but also had anti-collision functions. Unless the boxes were opened for a long time or forcibly damaged, they could remain unchanged for three years.
"Inspect the goods."
The Fourth Elder said confidently, "These are all spirit pet eggs of fifth-tier or above. See for yourselves how much they are worth."
Elder Sun was dismissive.
Qingxu Heaven's spirit pet eggs had been traded annually, and he already knew their quality. Could something extraordinary have happened this year?
He casually opened a jade box and placed his hand on it. To his surprise, after only a moment, his expression changed slightly.
Such potent life force!
It seemed different from what he had expected?
Elder Sun was somewhat moved and quickly confirmed the other ninety-nine spirit pet eggs.
His expression grew increasingly solemn, and his hands began to tremble with excitement. He even asked other elders to help confirm, and in the end, he even hatched one.
When a green-scaled young snake emerged from the eggshell, its scales emitting a faint glow, not only Elder Sun but also everyone else from Taichu Holy Land was shocked.