They made their way through the perimeter, past the vigilant sect disciples and Poison Demon Cultists who, despite their earlier clash, now stood in an uneasy truce. Their eyes constantly darted between each other and the towering Conduit Tower. In their hands however, were various snacks sold by the store.
One sect disciple was eating breadsticks. Then, one cult Acolyte was snacking on potato chips. They looked at each other and gulped down. Without a word, they extended their respective packets to each other, executing a trade.
Similar sights could be seen at every corner of the tower's vicinity as the orthodox and unorthodox mingled with each other. It was a step towards cooperation.
Meanwhile, as word of Lin Mo's arrival had already spread, many cultivators nodded respectfully as they passed. Some even showed off what they're eating before asking when a new flavor or a new snack would drop. They cannot part from them anymore.
