Tying Up Ends

"I'll also prepare for the journey, Ancestor. I'll gather my things," Ao De Zuzu replied. "If you wish for money, I have plenty of treasures I can give to you," he offered generously.

"That won't be needed. I'm a Flood Dragon; making money for me is as easy as selling some old scales," the old man laughed.

He was correct, too, and Lin Mu knew just how valuable the scales of any Dragonic beast were. Even old scales that were shed were strong enough to withstand attacks from Immortals. When refined properly, they could be turned into highly effective defensive treasures.

"Let's head back to the city, then," Lin Mu said, and they parted ways.

Ao De Zuzu went back to his nest to finish tying up his connections in the area. After all, he had become the overlord and protector of the region, and his sudden departure was bound to cause trouble.