After a brief exchange of pleasantries with the black market master, Arius left the underground black market and made his way back through the Three Immortal Market. Picking up a few miscellaneous items, he promptly departed from Ancient Origin City.
During his journey back to Purple River City, Arius maintained a heightened state of vigilance.
Fortunately, the thing he feared most never came to pass. Despite showing interest in him, the black market master made no attempt to pursue him or kill him for his treasures. This allowed Arius to finally relax his guard a little.
Even so, Arius was determined to avoid using the Five Thunder Talisman Treasures unless absolutely necessary. Their power diminished with every use, and once depleted, the talismans would be rendered completely useless.
Relying on the Solid Origin Pills, Arius pushed himself to travel at full speed on his way back to Purple River City.