"Can you really only accept one person?" Lu Yin asked while staring at Bi Lan.1

The woman shrugged. "If they don’t take our assessment, then one is already quite good, and I am only allowed that much because of my surname."1

Lu Yin understood. With the same surname as Bi Rong’s, Bi Lan’s status in the Merchant Exchange should not be simple.0

"Please just wait for a bit. The person I’ve called might take a bit to arrive."0

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Far away in the Outerverse, Madam Nalan stretched as she looked out of a massive spacecraft as Millions City shrank and fell away as the vessel departed.0

The woman was wearing a light robe made of silk gauze that showcased her figure. She was charming and beautiful, but unfortunately, there was no one present to appreciate such beauty.0

She picked up a book, laid down, and proceeded to quietly read.0

It was a book that she had acquired from Millions City, and it was the city’s current best seller—actually, it was the top seller in the entire Fifth Mainland. The title was "The Legendary Dao Monarch." It was a compilation of Lu Yin’s history and various achievements. Nearly everyone in the entire Fifth Mainland owned a copy.2

While reading, Madam Nalan grew drowsy. As she was starting to nod off, an old woman spoke from outside the door of the room. "Madam, the transaction has started."0

Madam Nalan hummed. "Let them proceed."0

"Understood." The old woman r...0