"Senior Sister, why are you dressed like this to enter the imperial capital?" At the gates of the Jia Ma Sacred City, the Little Fairy Doctor looked at Nalan Yanran, who was wearing a white cloak over her head, and asked with curiosity.
Hearing this, Nalan Yanran's delicate face showed a hint of helplessness. "It's because I'm afraid of being recognized by acquaintances who might report me to my father."
As she spoke, a trace of resentment flashed across her face. "Ever since I went to the Xiao family to annul the marriage without my family's consent, my father and grandfather have been furious."
"They've sent people multiple times to summon me back to the Nalan Clan. If I go back, they'll definitely scold me again. I'd rather not."
After listening to Nalan Yanran's explanation, the Little Fairy Doctor nodded in understanding. "So that's how it is."
During their time together, the Little Fairy Doctor had learned a bit about Nalan Yanran's annulment of the engagement.
Although she felt it was somewhat rash for Senior Sister Nalan to break off the engagement so hastily, she also understood Nalan Yanran's perspective. After all, Nalan Yanran had never met her fiancé since childhood, didn't like him, and he was rumored to be a good-for-nothing who couldn't cultivate.
Thinking of Nalan Yanran's future happiness, as a good sister, she naturally supported her decision in her heart.
"I really don't understand why my father and grandfather insisted on me marrying that Xiao Yan. Because of this, I don't even dare to go home now," Nalan Yanran said with a depressed expression.
Seeing Nalan Yanran in low spirits, the Little Fairy Doctor quickly comforted her. "Senior Sister, they might just be angry for a while. Once their tempers cool down, they'll surely forgive you."
Nalan Yanran sighed. "I hope so."
"Let's go, it's our turn."
The two had been waiting in line to enter the city. When it was finally their turn, Nalan Yanran led the Little Fairy Doctor into the Jia Ma Sacred City.
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"Senior Sister, where are we going now?" On the bustling streets, the Little Fairy Doctor followed closely behind Nalan Yanran and asked with some uncertainty.
Nalan Yanran replied, "To the Mittel Auction House. That's where I need to buy something."
"Oh!" The Little Fairy Doctor responded softly and stuck close to Nalan Yanran.
It was her first time entering the Jia Ma Sacred City, and she felt a bit nervous, afraid she might get lost if she strayed too far.
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After a while, the two arrived at a grand building with the words "Mittel Auction House" inscribed above its entrance.
"Junior Sister, let's go in." With that, Nalan Yanran led the Little Fairy Doctor inside.
"Welcome! Do you need any assistance?" As soon as they entered the hall, a handsome attendant approached them and asked politely.
Nalan Yanran replied indifferently, "I need to purchase some items."
"Please follow me," the attendant said respectfully.
The two followed the attendant to a counter where a middle-aged man was seated. After the attendant explained their purpose, the middle-aged man approached them with a warm smile.
"What can I help you with today?"
Nalan Yanran, still cloaked, spoke in a cool tone. "I'd like to buy ten bottles of Jade Muscle Essence."
"Jade Muscle Essence? Certainly," the middle-aged man nodded, then glanced at the Little Fairy Doctor with a questioning look.
Before the Little Fairy Doctor could speak, Nalan Yanran leaned in and whispered, "Junior Sister, would you like to buy some Jade Muscle Essence as well? It's a second-grade spirit liquid. If you pour a bottle into your bath after training, it not only moisturizes your skin but also slightly boosts your cultivation speed."
"Jade Muscle Essence?" The Little Fairy Doctor blinked, then shook her head. "Senior Sister, I don't need it."
Nalan Yanran was momentarily surprised but then thought of something and said softly, "Don't worry about the cost. I'll treat you."
In her heart, she assumed the Little Fairy Doctor couldn't afford the Jade Muscle Essence due to financial constraints.
However, Nalan Yanran felt a pang of discomfort after saying this. Her current situation wasn't as comfortable as before. If she needed money, she could no longer simply ask her family for it. Ever since she annulled her engagement with Xiao Yan, she had been too afraid to return home. Her savings now amounted to only 20 gold coins.
The Jade Muscle Essence cost 10 gold coins per bottle. If she treated the Little Fairy Doctor this time, she would be left penniless.
Yet, the Little Fairy Doctor simply shook her head again. "Senior Sister, thank you for your kindness, but I really don't need it."
With that, she took out a few bottles of Jade Bone Powder from her storage ring. "Teacher gave me plenty of Jade Bone Powder. I use this for my baths regularly."
"Jade Bone Powder!" Nalan Yanran's eyes widened as she stared at the jade bottles in the Little Fairy Doctor's hand. Her lips twitched slightly.
As a member of the Nalan family, one of the three great families of the imperial capital, Nalan Yanran was well aware of the value of Jade Bone Powder.
Jade Bone Powder was classified as a fourth-grade pill. Not only did it moisturize and beautify the skin, but it also enhanced cultivation and strengthened the body. Moreover, a single bottle of Jade Bone Powder cost nearly 15 gold coins!
Whether in terms of effect or price, Jade Bone Powder far surpassed Jade Muscle Essence.
Most importantly, the Jade Bone Powder in the Little Fairy Doctor's possession had been personally refined by Pill King Gu He.
"Junior Sister, Elder Gu He treats you so well," Nalan Yanran said, her tone tinged with envy.
The Little Fairy Doctor nodded without much thought. "Teacher is the kindest person in the world for me."
The steward, who had been listening to their conversation, was equally astonished when he saw the jade bottles in the Little Fairy Doctor's hand.
Using Jade Bone Powder for baths? This person's background must be extraordinary!
However, he wisely refrained from probing further and instead turned to Nalan Yanran. "Miss, please wait a moment. I'll fetch the Jade Muscle Essence for you."
With that, the steward left to retrieve the items.
"Excuse me, do you have any metallic magic cores here?" At that moment, the Little Fairy Doctor suddenly thought of something and asked.
The steward, who had just started walking away, stopped and turned back with a smile. "Of course we do. What grade of metallic magic core are you looking for?"
A strange thought crossed his mind. Were metallic magic cores suddenly in high demand?
He recalled how, just a week ago, a guest had purchased all the fourth-grade magic cores in the auction house. Not only that, but similar purchases had been reported in other shops across the city. That guest must have been incredibly wealthy!
The steward couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
"Are metallic magic cores expensive?" After a moment of hesitation, the Little Fairy Doctor asked.
The card her teacher had given her contained 150 million gold coins, but she wasn't sure how many or what grade of metallic magic core she could afford.
Hearing this, the steward was slightly taken aback.
It seemed this guest wasn't as wealthy as the previous one.
Nevertheless, he began explaining the prices of metallic magic cores to the Little Fairy Doctor in detail.
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