Chapter 268: Leaving the Manor
This was Song Tiantian’s second time leaving the manor. The first time she left, she followed behind Young Master Jiu, and Song Tiantian was so cautious that she didn’t dare to say a word.
This time was different. Song Tiantian could openly observe everything here.
White Jade City had a prosperous side and a dark side.
The Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow took Song Tiantian to the Black Market.
Many rare materials were only available in the Black Market, and Young Master Jiu didn’t want people to know he was purchasing these Things in large quantities.
Song Tiantian looked at the set of Black Robes handed to her by the Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow, knowing it was definitely Young Master Jiu’s arrangement.
Song Tiantian understood in her heart but did not question it. Instead, she obediently put on the Black Robe and wrapped her face with black gauze.
The Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow also transformed into a black bird, its feathers all turning black, and even its voice became that of a young boy.
Song Tiantian hadn’t expected that the Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow would have so many Skills.
Led by the Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow, Song Tiantian entered the Black Market. The Black Market was hidden underground, beneath a dry Water Well that had no water.
The Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow led Song Tiantian to the entrance of the Black Market, where there were guards. The Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow spat out a Crystal Stone from its mouth and handed it to the guards, who then allowed the person and the bird to enter.
Upon entering, Song Tiantian felt as if she had entered another world. It was very lively inside, with various Shops and various selling Stalls. People were coming and going, making it very bustling.
Although it was underground, it was brightly lit, with Lanterns everywhere, not dark at all. There were many people inside, but it wasn’t crowded because there were dedicated personnel maintaining order.
However, Song Tiantian had not seen a single bookstore among the Shopfronts in White Jade City.
Moreover, many shop signs had no text, and instead displayed a picture. A restaurant would depict Food, and a clothing store would depict Clothes. This was truly strange.
The signs of the Stalls in the Black Market also had no text.
This was a bit strange.
The Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow led Song Tiantian into a Spiritual Plant shop, which was filled with various Spiritual Plants.
“Old Girl, you can browse here! I’ll be by your side. You can say whatever you want to purchase.” the Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow said to Song Tiantian from her shoulder.
Song Tiantian nodded, “Okay.”
After entering the shop, Song Tiantian did not immediately purchase Spiritual Plants but began to observe the shop’s Environment.
This shop was large, and the variety of Spiritual Plants inside was very complete. There were many that Song Tiantian had never seen before.
After Song Tiantian scanned them with her System, she pointed to the several Spiritual Plants she wanted.
Then, the Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow began to chatter and haggle with the shop owner. The shop owner looked at the Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow with a depressed expression, while Song Tiantian listened and smiled.
“Old Girl, let’s go! This Spiritual Plant is too expensive,” the Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow said to Song Tiantian.
Song Tiantian, being very sensible, pretended to leave.
“Don’t go, we’ll sell it to you.”
The shop owner indeed called out to Song Tiantian and the Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow.
Finally, she said to the shop owner, “Big Brother, next time you have Spiritual Plants, please give us a few more! We’ll come back to your shop to buy them!”
The shop owner watched the Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow and Song Tiantian leave with a look of resentment.
After purchasing the Spiritual Plants, Song Tiantian was thinking of a way to shake off the Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow and explore on her own.
“Old Girl, you can browse around here by yourself for a bit. If anyone causes trouble, use the Spiritual Power to activate the Feather I gave you! I’ll come immediately. I need to greet an acquaintance.” After speaking, the Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow flapped its wings and flew to a red bird not far away.
Seeing the Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow approach, that bird immediately said excitedly, “Boss Crimson Feather, what a nice day, you’ve come to see your little brother?”
Song Tiantian glanced at the fiery red bird. It seemed to be a Pet Beast from the same species as the Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow, likely an old acquaintance.
Song Tiantian was also happy to be free, as she no longer had to think of a way to shake off the Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow.
Song Tiantian wandered through the Black Market alone.
She walked down streets the Crimson Feather Phoenix Crow hadn’t taken. This area was dilapidated and had a foul smell.
Countless men and women in tattered Clothes sat on the Ground, with Iron Chains around their necks.
“Come and see, everyone! These are Otherworlders captured from the Space teleportation array. They are all Nobles from that world, looking so fresh and tender, fair and smooth.
For just thirty Crystal Stones, you can successfully buy one. There’s no need to worry about them escaping; they are delicate and weak and cannot escape at all. Plus, they don’t understand our language or speak our language.”
Song Tiantian’s pupils contracted. She suddenly thought of Song Ruyu and wondered how Song Ruyu was doing.
Although she disliked Song Ruyu very much, Song Ruyu shouldn’t have fallen to such a fate.
However, soon after, Song Tiantian saw a very familiar person.
Her former boyfriend.
No, it should be her blind date.
Song Tiantian had lived for so long in her past life. Under the pressure of the secular world, she would definitely need to find a Partner.
She had once considered marrying him.
But it wasn’t out of love, just because she felt it was suitable.
Song Tiantian looked at his haggard face. She actually liked this kind of appearance; he was thinner and looked better than before. He used to be a bit chubby, but now this delicate and easily pushed-over appearance was even better.
However, Song Tiantian couldn’t feel affection for him at this moment.
He had dragged Song Tiantian down for many years. At that time, Song Tiantian hadn’t thought about getting married so quickly.
Song Tiantian had always had a belief in her heart. Although it was ridiculous, she felt that reaching the final step must involve a marriage ceremony; she didn’t want to try living together before marriage.
Song Tiantian was willing to accept that step, but marriage was a must.
He didn’t want to get married, and Song Tiantian didn’t want to rush him.
Then, he found a Rich Woman Older Sister as he wished and used the excuse that Song Tiantian had locked the door when he wanted to sleep at her place to Break up with Song Tiantian.
Because Song Tiantian locked the door when she slept, it caused great harm to his body and mind.
Because Song Tiantian didn’t love him, she locked the door when she slept.
Song Tiantian was also speechless. Every time they met, she would sit on the sofa with him. Only when he said he wanted to sleep would she go into her Room and lock the door.
In any case, he had calculated all the Flowers and other Things he had given Song Tiantian, as well as the travel expenses. He had accounted for every single cent he had spent.
Song Tiantian was furious at the time, and then her shop was targeted by that Rich Woman, constantly making a Loss. People would cause trouble every few days. In the end, Song Tiantian had to close the shop and planned to start over elsewhere, not expecting to become another Song Tiantian.
Because of this, Song Tiantian had no good feelings towards this face.
In fact, the moment he reached out to touch Song Tiantian’s door, Song Tiantian had already lost interest in him.
