Chapter 228: Information
Because this was the first time they traveled around this continent, they needed several days to reach their destination.
During that time, their relationship with Natasha started getting closer. They were aware of each other’s goals. Since they had a similar goal, Natasha agreed to cooperate with them if needed. In exchange, Albert and Gin would also help her inside the sect, considering Gin was more knowledgeable in this area.
The town they visited were different from any other town. It might be due to the cultivators getting used to flying, the town didn’t build a huge wall to protect it.
The wall was only fifteen feet tall and existed solely to mark the border of this town. However, Albert realized this was a cultivation continent with power above them.
The average person level in this city was at least double from the town he stayed at. This would make the fight become harder. So, they agreed not to cause any ruckus if necessary.
"By the way, I have asked Mu Yanxue about this. You should put this on. Just wrap it around your ears." Gin handed a piece of cloth and said, "This is a veil. And if possible, you don’t show too much skin until we know more about the situation."
"Really? Though, from what I can see, the town is filled with beauties. No, I wonder what kind of food they eat to have that good skin." Natasha furrowed her eyebrows. "On Earth, I have a lot of skin care just to take care of them, but I don’t think the normal people around here can use such a thing..."
"Right? Well, this is from the people on the Internet. According to them, people in ancient times had better skin than us in the modern time. Though, we don’t know how is it possible, since there should be no cultivation in Earth, no? I mean for the common people." Gin sighed.
"I guess we can only find out after this. I need to hurry up to buy any product that can make my skin better." Natasha nodded with a smile before putting the veil. She even wore a robe to cover her body while matching her appearance with Gin and Albert.
"By the way, let’s enter the tavern first and gather some information about the selection." Gin waved his hand and started going around, asking for the nearest tavern.
"You didn’t talk that much when you were with us, Gin. I thought you had social anxiety." Natasha shook her head helplessly. "It seems I was wrong. Sorry."
"No, it’s fine. I don’t like talking with overconfident people like him. That’s all. And I’m more comfortable in a small group of people than the crowd." Gin smiled. "So, it looks like I am becoming more confident and easygoing."
"I see. I will note it down." Natasha nodded.
"By the way, there are two taverns. With Mu Yanxue’s Spirit Stones, we can go directly to the more expensive one. They should have no problem in giving us some information." Gin pointed at the left where the establishment was.
"Sure. Let’s go." Natasha nodded before looking at Albert.. "What’s wrong? You have been silent this whole time."
Albert woke up after hearing her voice before shaking his head. "No. I just feel that the people around here are quite powerful."
"Well, the disciple selection is about to happen, so many talented people are trying their luck." Gin smiled and said, "Anyway, let’s go!"
As soon as Albert agreed, they started walking toward the tavern called Purple Jade Pavilion.
Gin was the one taking care of everything, since he was quite excited with this adventure. While waiting for the food to arrive, Gin said, "I’m going to raise a flag, but I need to say it. Usually, if we have a woman in the party, especially a beautiful one, there will be so-called young master coming to you and try to push you away so that he can play with the woman.
"That’s why I am rather skeptical to bring you with us, Natasha. It’s not that I don’t like you or what, I don’t want too much trouble right now." Gin apologized.
"I see. That’s fine. If you think you can’t handle it, just throw me away. After all, it’s my fault to be beautiful." Natasha stuck her tongue out.
"No one is getting thrown away." Albert shook his head helplessly. "There’s no need to think about that Gin. You already said earlier, there are three things that I need to have. Power, Connection, and Money. We can get some Power and Money from a person like that. As long as we’re careful, we won’t be in a bad situation."
"Right?" Gin chuckled before seeing the waiter arriving at their table and putting down their food.
Suddenly, he put down a small pouch on the table and asked, "Care for some tips?"
The waiter was a man with a long black hair. He wore a neat white clothes similar to enhance his elegance.
When he saw that pouch and recognized the Spiritual Energy coming from it, the waiter bowed to him and asked, "How can I help you?"
"Tell me everything you know about the selection this time." Gin immediately cut to the chase and asked what they were coming for. Considering it was a general fact for the people in this town, Gin completely had no idea about this event. And there should be no one suspecting him to ask for general knowledge as a country bumpkin.
"The test is going to be held in three days. There are a few notable people coming this time, so this time the one holding the selection is someone important... probably an Inner Elder instead of Outer Elder.
"The test is still unknown. Many rumors are spread around the town, but no one can prove its authenticity." The waiter gracefully answered while putting the pouch inside his clothes. "However, you need to note three most important people this time.
"They’re the Hei Family’s third young master who is said to have two elements in his body, the daughter of the City Lord, Feng Xue, whose fire is said to be so strong that it is equal to three elements talent, and Gu Family’s sixth young master, Gu Fei... Don’t talk to them, especially Gu Fei. I’m afraid, this is all I can say."
"Alright. Thank you." Gin smiled and asked one last question. "Where is the test?"
"In the center of the city."
Gin then waved his hand as he dismissed the waiter and said, "Yep. Two talented people... The last one is what I told you earlier."
