And it seems the number of Mini Medicine King Cauldrons far exceeds just two.

Without sufficient strength, these cauldrons aren't opportunities; they're death warrants.

But watching such treasures remain buried underground, only to be claimed by others in the end... that doesn't sit right with me.

Perhaps I could use them as catalysts to stir up some chaos. If I could incidentally uncover the secrets behind the Medicine King Cauldron’s return, that would be even better.

Li Fan's thoughts churned like stormy waters.

Still, before anything else, I should have Jiao Xiuyuan retrieve the Mini Medicine King Cauldrons.

Speaking of which, just how much did Jiao Xiuyuan lose? Why hasn't he replied yet? Thousand Li Hall still hasn't reopened either.

Li Fan sighed in frustration, resorting to sending another message through his avatar.

To his surprise, Jiao Xiuyuan responded almost immediately this time, his tone tinged with surprise.

"What? I never replied? Impossible!

"My injuries healed long ago, though there have been... minor complications. Thousand Li Hall won't be reopening anytime soon."

Li Fan felt a wave of exasperation. "Check your message history."

After a moment, Jiao Xiuyuan hurriedly apologized. "Ah, my bad! I truly didn't notice!...