45 Chapter 45: Strange Shop [Bonus Chapter]
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Following the number on the card, Zeng Yi found his room and swiped the card to open the door.
When he entered the room, the scene inside left Zeng Yi dumbfounded. Just the living room alone was about 50 square meters, furnished with silver-white furniture, intricately carved with exquisite patterns. The bright white floor was covered with a light blue furry carpet, and the hall also had some green potted plants, giving it a natural and lively look. The front wall was made entirely of transparent glass, with two exquisite curtains partially drawn, offering a view of the dimly lit streets outside.
The room was filled with a faint jasmine fragrance, intoxicating the senses.
Xiao Ju excitedly jumped off Zeng Yi's shoulder and ran onto the sofa, curiously exploring the room.
"Xiao Ju, don't scratch anything! If you damage the furniture, I'll sell you to pay off the debt, got it?"
Zeng Yi felt a bit anxious about Xiao Ju sharpening its claws on the furniture, so he quickly reminded it.
"Meow~"
"You can play here by yourself! I'll go check out other places, but don't scratch anything!"
Zeng Yi reminded Xiao Ju again, not feeling at ease, and walked around the room, entering the bedroom.
"Wow! This bed is huge! It can easily fit seven or eight people!"
Looking at the four to five-meter-wide bed, Zeng Yi exclaimed in amazement. Excitedly taking off his shoes, he jumped onto the bed, lying down. The soft and comfortable bed made him feel at ease, and he couldn't help but roll around on it like a child.
"This is indeed a high-class hotel. With a room costing five gold soul coins per night, it's no longer just a room, it's like a whole house!" Zeng Yi laid flat on the bed and couldn't help but exclaim.
He decided to take a bath first.
Thinking this, Zeng Yi stood up and walked towards the bathroom.
"Wow~ There's even a bathtub."
Entering the bathroom, he looked at the large tub, about twenty square meters, made of white jade bricks, filled with clear water emitting steam, and Zeng Yi was once again surprised.
Zeng Yi walked towards the tub and reached his hand into the water to check the temperature.
The temperature was just right.
Thinking this, Zeng Yi took off his clothes and entered the tub.
The tub wasn't deep, only about half a meter in depth, so Zeng Yi sat on the pool floor, leaning his back against the pool wall, and rested his head on the edge of the pool, which was padded with a layer of blanket.
"This feels really comfortable."
Zeng Yi couldn't help but sigh.
Being immersed in the water, feeling the warmth, all worries were forgotten, and all fatigue dissipated. It felt as if he was in heaven.
Worth it! These five gold soul coins are worth it!
Indeed, luxury comes with a reason.
Oh right, Xiao Ju!
Thinking of this, Zeng Yi called out loudly to Xiao Ju outside the bathroom, "Xiao Ju, Xiao Ju! Come in quickly!"
"Meow?"
Hearing Zeng Yi's voice, Xiao Ju walked into the bathroom and called out questioningly, but when it saw Zeng Yi, it turned around as if wanting to run away.
"You want to run?"
Zeng Yi instantly flashed to Xiao Ju, swiftly grabbed it by the nape of its neck, lifting it up.
"You can't escape. Take a bath properly! Hehehe." Zeng Yi smirked evilly.
"Meow!!"
Afterwards, miserable cries echoed in the bathroom.
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Early morning, sunlight shone through the window, falling on Zeng Yi's face. The dazzling light made him uncomfortable, and his eyelids twitched as he slowly opened his eyes.
"It's already morning..."
It's time to get up! Zeng Yi thought to himself, but several minutes passed without any actions.
Damn it! Who would have thought this soft and comfortable bed would trap me, an honored soul warrior? No, I must get up. I am destined to become a Sword God, how can I be stopped by a little laziness?
Another few minutes passed...
"No wonder I couldn't get up. It's because of you, little guy."
Looking at Xiao Ju sleeping on his chest, Zeng Yi shamelessly pushed the blame onto it.
"Xiao Ju! Wake up quickly!" Zeng Yi patted Xiao Ju's body and called out to it.
"Meow!"
Disturbed by Zeng Yi, Xiao Ju instantly got angry and pounced on his face.
"Ah! Don't! Xiao Ju, I'm sorry, don't scratch my handsome face!"
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After fooling around with Xiao Ju for a while, Zeng Yi finally got up. He walked to the window and opened the curtains, letting the warm sunlight shine all over his body. The warm and cozy feeling was indescribably comfortable.
The sunshine reflected on Zeng Yi's bronze skin, shimmering. Zeng Yi's figure was a bit thin, but his muscles were tight, giving him a well-defined and attractive appearance. There was a peculiar beauty in his physique, exuding a powerful strength.
"What a beautiful day today!" Watching the scenery outside the window, with the sunlight shining brightly and people bustling on the streets, Zeng Yi couldn't help but exclaim.
He extended his hands behind his back, pulling his long black hair that fell straight to his waist into a ponytail. Putting on his clothes, he struck a handsome pose in front of the glass window, a charming and outstanding young man.
"Xiao Ju, let's go! Let's eat first and then take a good stroll around Sorto City."
Zeng Yi smiled and said, then went to freshen up and brought Xiao Ju downstairs.
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Zeng Yi strolled around the bustling Sorto City with Xiao Ju, eating various local specialties and even entering a clothing store to get himself a new outfit.
"Huh? The sign of this shop looks interesting, let's check it out."
Walking on the street, Zeng Yi noticed a shop not far away. The storefront wasn't big, but the sign hanging on the door was peculiar and eye-catching.
The sign depicted a circular mark with several special symbols inside it. Zeng Yi looked at those symbols which resembled a sword, a hammer, and a dragon-like monster.
Curious, Zeng Yi walked towards the shop.
The shop door was open, and the interior was dimly lit. Zeng Yi entered the shop and observed his surroundings.
The shop was simply decorated, with no countertop. Some old-looking items were hung on the three walls, giving it the impression of an antique shop.
There was a person in the shop, presumably the owner. He was a middle-aged man, tall and sturdy, lying on a reclining chair with his eyes closed, gently swaying. The wooden chair kept making creaking sounds.
The shop owner had a distinctive appearance, with a protruding chin, wide cheekbones, a flat facial structure, and a hawk-like hooked nose. He wore square black-framed glasses, giving him a cunning look.
When Zeng Yi entered the shop, the shop owner didn't stand up to welcome him and continued lying there with his eyes closed, breathing evenly, as if asleep.
This shop owner's power is quite strong.
Zeng Yi's gaze focused on the shop owner, his expression solemn.
Zeng Yi couldn't feel any flow of soul power from the shop owner's body. His entire presence was restrained, making him seem unfathomable.
Anyone who made Zeng Yi feel pressured like this was definitely not an ordinary soul master, but at least three realms higher than him in terms of soul power.
Is this the top expert hiding in plain sight?
Zeng Yi thought to himself. Having read so many online novels, it was usually the same. In a big city, an old street, a strange shop selling peculiar items, and a peculiar person, such a person was usually powerful.
Seeing that the shop owner didn't react, Zeng Yi paid no attention to him and started observing the things on the walls, hoping to find some good treasures.
Generally speaking, he should be able to find some good things, like powerful martial arts scrolls! Strange treasure maps, magical bronze fragments, and so on.
Using the search function, Zeng Yi carefully examined each item, not wanting to miss any good treasure. However, after a few minutes, his expression grew disappointed.
Sigh, as expected, reality is cruel.
But...
Zeng Yi's gaze fell on a bamboo flute hanging on the wall, and his eyes glistened.
Perhaps, I need it.
"Hey, what do you think good things might be here?"
Suddenly, a girl's voice interrupted Zeng Yi's thoughts. Zeng Yi turned to look and saw a young man in blue and a young girl in pink walking into the shop side by side.
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