"That's enough for today's deal. Bring your goods tomorrow morning to trade for cabbages and seedlings," Luciel said as he set down his chopsticks, signaling the end of the first round of negotiations.
Everything unfolded almost exactly as he'd anticipated. These landlords were cautious and skeptical—no one was foolish enough to rush into a big transaction on the first day.
"Yes," Waldo replied, giving a small nod.
"Xiaonuo, clean up. We're heading back." Luciel turned and gave a quiet command.
"Yes!" Minuo and Wei Youlan immediately got up, gathering the dishes and utensils with practiced speed. Within moments, the table was cleared, everything packed neatly into their lunch boxes.
Luciel stood, leading the way out. Wei Geng and the others followed behind, each carrying their boxes in silence.
Yue Qinlan rose last, taking her time. As she passed by Yi Liyi, she blinked—a single, graceful motion—her aqua-blue eyes full of subtle meaning.
