"The prices have really gone up quite a bit." An Jing looked at the prices and found that not only weapons, but even elixirs and talismans had increased significantly.
Some of the items with high usage remained unchanged, but anything with slightly less production saw a total price hike.
"Isn't that the truth."
Huo Qing, holding a purchasing list, complained bitterly: "Especially 'Life-Healing Talismans', these lifesaving items, have practically doubled in price, as if some major power is manipulating the market."
"People always talk about the invisible hand that regulates the natural market, but when a crucial moment comes, every hand is skillful and tight; truly, they have no sense of benevolence and righteousness!"
"But there is some good news, too!"