The owner of the Crescent Moon Inn has always been a mystery, but the owner of the Crescent Moon Inn in Dali has always been Yin Xinyue.
When Yin Xinyue heard that Zhang Tian had arrived, her expression changed.
As a major power in Beili, she knew Zhang Tian's affairs better than anyone.
The strength of his team was such that in Beili, and even in the entire Xia Kingdom, there was likely no one who could compete with him.
The most formidable aspect was Zhang Tian's background; he was a disciple of a mysterious sect, his identity extremely enigmatic.
This was common knowledge among the upper echelons of Beili.
"What is he here for? Does he want us to merge with the Nine Gates like other families?"
Yin Xinyue's large eyes darted around.
Her mind was also racing.
"No, if that were the case, he wouldn't need to come personally; he could send someone else."
"Is he here for the auction, and just for the auction?"
With this thought, Yin Xinyue stood up. She composed herself, a faint smile gracing her lips.
Her aura gradually emerged.
"Pat, pat."
Her shoes made crisp sounds on the floor.
Zhang Tian slowly raised his head.
He saw a woman in a long red dress slowly walk out.
"Young Master Zhang, long time no see."
Yin Xinyue's face was wreathed in a smile.
Her gentle smile seemed capable of melting one's heart.
Zhang Tian also offered a slight smile.
"Indeed, it has been a long time, perhaps a year."
"Miss Yin, I have a few items here. I wonder if you would be interested."
As Zhang Tian spoke, his gaze occasionally fell upon Yin Xinyue.
"Haha, as long as it's something from Young Master Zhang, I like it."
"Moreover, Xinyue trusts in Young Master Zhang's capabilities."
Yin Xinyue raised an eyebrow slightly at Zhang Tian.
Zhang Tian chuckled heartily.
This woman was truly adept at her craft.
"Since that is the case, let's not waste any more words."
As Zhang Tian spoke, he took out several jade pendants and some jade bottles.
When Zhang Tian produced these items, Yin Xinyue's smile froze slightly.
"Young Master Zhang, these are..."
"That's right, it's exactly what you think."
Zhang Tian admitted without hesitation.
"You all withdraw. The Crescent Moon Inn is not open for guests today."
Yin Xinyue was decisive. Upon receiving Zhang Tian's confirmation, she immediately announced the closure of the inn.
This was a unique approach, both avoiding disruption and showing Zhang Tian immense respect, a win-win situation.
"Young Master Zhang, please follow me."
After her announcement, Yin Xinyue spoke respectfully.
Zhang Tian nodded, slowly rose, picked up the items on the table, and followed Yin Xinyue.
Meanwhile, in a private room, Tuan Tuan held chopsticks in one hand and a fork in the other.
Before her was a fragrant roasted chicken.
"Mmm, it smells so good."
"No, Tuan Tuan has to wait for Daddy to come back before eating. Tuan Tuan is a good child."
Tuan Tuan wiped the saliva from the corner of her mouth. This was simply a punishment for herself.
At this moment, in a small secret room.
Zhang Tian and Yin Xinyue sat at a nanmu table.
Golden nanmu, a relatively precious tree species in Xia Kingdom's history.
This type of wood was mostly used for pipes, but it was also made into tables. Nanmu had a unique fragrance.
It was very pleasing, but nanmu later became a Class II protected tree.
Zhang Tian took a sip of tea.
"Sect Master Zhang, please tell me what you intend to auction so I can be mentally prepared."
Yin Xinyue said solemnly.
She had changed her address to Sect Master, showing respect to Zhang Tian.
"I didn't expect you to know about me?"
Zhang Tian was slightly surprised.
"Naturally. In all of Beili, even a beggar knows the reputation of your Zhang family."
Yin Xinyue smiled.
"Then what is the reputation of my Zhang family?"
"Good, everyone praises it. Furthermore, don't you often help the impoverished, receiving widespread acclaim?"
Yin Xinyue answered without a moment's hesitation.
Zhang Tian smiled.
"Alright, let's not talk about this. I have brought two items this time."
"The first is a healing elixir. Whether it's an old illness, cellular aging, or even a severed limb, I can restore it. Of course, for a severed limb, it needs to be reattached first."
"The second is a cultivation elixir, a mid-grade Qi Gathering Pill. I don't need to elaborate on this, do I?"
Zhang Tian took out two jade bottles.
He spoke calmly and unhurriedly.
Yin Xinyue's eyes widened.
While the healing elixir was enough to shock her, the cultivation elixir before her was a stroke of genius.
Mid-grade elixirs, to be honest, Yin Xinyue had never seen one in all her years of auctioning.
One must understand that nowadays, not only alchemists are rare, but even medicinal herbs are hard to find.
Mid-grade was already considered very high in their eyes.
"Young Master Zhang, that you trust our Crescent Moon Inn is our honor. Rest assured, I will provide you with a satisfactory response for these items."
Yin Xinyue stood up and spoke with a serious expression.
"Oh, and there's one more thing."
"Here is a high-grade Qi Gathering Pill, only one. You know what to do, right?"
Zhang Tian said, taking out a jade bottle.
Mid-grade and high-grade were not just a little different.
They were worlds apart.
Upon seeing the high-grade elixir, her eyes flickered several times.
If a high-grade elixir appeared in her inn, it would be unprecedented.
It would undoubtedly be the most glorious year for the Crescent Moon Inn, and the inn might even rise to greater prominence because of it.
Perhaps it could even reach a higher level.
"I understand. Thank you, Sect Master Zhang. I will not disappoint you."
Yin Xinyue's eyes were filled with determination.
Zhang Tian merely nodded slightly.
"Alright, leave these in your care. Also, give me a few entry tickets."
Zhang Tian said casually.
"When Sect Master Zhang visits, entry tickets are actually unnecessary. This is our gold card. Young Master Zhang must accept it."
Yin Xinyue produced a gold card.
Zhang Tian looked puzzled. He had never heard of the Crescent Moon Inn having a gold card before.
"With a gold card, guests can dine at our inn without charge, and can bring seven people to the auction without needing entry tickets."
Yin Xinyue explained.
Zhang Tian accepted the gold card. It was free, after all, and he had given her enough.
"By the way, help me inquire about someone."
Zhang Tian said as he took the gold card.
"What is it? As long as it can be done, I will do my best."
"Do you know the whereabouts of Jie Yuchen?"
Zhang Tian asked.
Yin Xinyue was taken aback.
Her expression seemed to change slightly.
Zhang Tian noticed all of this.
"To be honest, I do."
Yin Xinyue knew she couldn't hide it, so she spoke directly.
"Can you tell me his specific whereabouts? Some people want me to inquire."
Zhang Tian asked.
"Yes. He came here a long time ago, I can't recall the exact time, but it should be a few months ago."
"He took some grave robbers with him from here. I don't know what happened afterwards."
Yin Xinyue replied truthfully.
Zhang Tian's eyes widened.
Why would Jie Yuchen ask Yin Xinyue for people, and go grave robbing at that?
What was this kid thinking?
"Where did he go?"
"Reportedly, to the north."
Yin Xinyue replied.
Zhang Tian frowned slightly. To the north, what kind of grand tomb would there be?