The old man placed the lightning-shaped sword gently on the table and gave a slight flick of his right sleeve. Spatial ripples undulated, and a complete set of ancient tea utensils appeared out of thin air, settling neatly on the table.
This scene instantly left Nicholas William stunned, his breathing becoming erratic.
The old man retrieved three teacups, placing them carefully in front of the three of them. He then opened a rustic jar and poured out a small amount of tea leaves.
Sensing the aroma of the tea, Dean Bruce's brows furrowed slightly. The fragrance seemed eerily similar to the Enlightenment Tea Leaves he had acquired before!
"I wonder, what brings you two esteemed guests here today?" the old man inquired casually as he reached into his robe, pulling out a white jade bottle. Removing the stopper and tilting it slightly, a stream of crystalline, jade-like liquid shimmered as it flowed out, filling each cup.