Despite having braced himself, Star Monarch Qinghe was still stunned by the price Zhu Xuanhao quoted.
"Three Ancient Scriptures... I can let that slide. No problem there."
"But the Five Elements Star Marrow and the Sun and Moon Profound Juice... even I only received a single portion from the Star Palace the year I became a Perfected Lord."
"And he's actually demanding three portions of each?"
"What kind of joke is this... Hmm?"
Star Monarch Qinghe was in the middle of cursing, but his expression suddenly changed. He looked at the deceptively well-behaved Zhu Xuanhao, and his face grew somber.
"Hao'Er..."
"I'm here, Master," Zhu Xuanhao said, hurrying forward.
"Tell me the truth." Star Monarch Qinghe placed a hand on Zhu Xuanhao's shoulder and said softly, "Are you getting a kickback from this?"
"Absolutely not!"
