As the men began offloading the boxes and barrels stacked in their carts, Bu Tai stood before Wu Jian and Huǒ Shuchang.
“Thanks to you, we were able to avoid some hardships on our way here. This is your pay, as promised.”
“Many thanks, Senior Tai,” said Huǒ Shuchang, who sent Wu Jian a smug grin.
Wu Jian bristled as Bu Tai passed a bag full of gold coins to Huǒ Shuchang, who was given seniority because of his higher cultivation. It was a bit frustrating to know Bai Tu saw Huǒ Shuchang as the leader. He would definitely grow much stronger--strong enough that Huǒ Shuchang would be forced to look up at him. Then he would be the one these people deferred to.
“You’re quite welcome. If you need an inn, might I recommend the Lustrous Qilin? While the name sounds ostentatious, it is well withi
