Chapter 167: Deceiving People

The foreigner wasn't one to back down either, and he reached out to grab the box.

Lu Miao tapped a pressure point on his elbow with her fingertip, causing his hand to go numb and retract. She took a step back, distancing herself from him, and pulled the box out of her bag.

After taking a quick look inside, she closed it with a snap and turned to the shop owner. "How much is it? I'll take it."

The shop owner, being generous, replied, "I acquired the Starfall Herb for 1 million, and I'll sell it to you at that price. If Miss Lu has any good prescriptions in the future that require cooperation for promotion, just remember me."

He could distinguish between a one-time transaction and long-term development. Lu Miao, a genius even praised by Elder Sun, had boundless prospects. Any benefits she could bring through future collaboration on prescriptions were immeasurable.

Lu Miao thought for a moment and nodded decisively. "Alright."