Even though the rate of turning heads was extremely high, the nine-tailed's innate charm magic, under Gu Mo's conscious suppression without actively using the Guardian Spirit's power, remained within a relatively controllable range. As long as it didn't involve close proximity or prolonged influence, it was just more eye-catching than usual.

Though even a slight hint was already highly lethal and difficult for ordinary people to resist, it was by no means at the level of those who had gone before on this path.

Overthrowing states, causing chaos in the government, bringing dynasties to collapse and vanish into the dust of history—such is its peerless allure, a phrase both descriptive of its transcendent charm and a realistic idiom...

Fortunately, it wasn't just the nine-tailed; the White Viper, another Guardian Spirit, was also playing a role.

Regarded as the messenger of the Gods or the embodiment of divinity, the White Snake, widely revered, undoubtedly possessed divinity, characterized by its noble and inviolable aura... This presence couldn't entirely counteract the nine-tailed's charm magic, but could at least provide those affected with a chance to regain their composure at critical moments.

Throughout this journey, Gu Mo didn't encounter any hotheaded individuals, allowing him to breathe a sigh of relief.

It seemed the situation wasn't as dire as it could be. This realization brought him some peace of mind, dispelling thoughts of hurrying home to hide, and instead, he increased his pace while making a quick stop at a clothing store, where he picked up a hoodie with a hood and changed into it on the spot.

—It might have some effect, more or less.

After purchasing clothes, the next step was acquiring materials like Yellow Paper and Vermilion, primarily used for making Curse Talismans. As his main accessible method for utilizing extraordinary abilities, having an ample supply of talismans was essential.

In fact, the material requirements for these items weren't stringent; it was Gu Mo's peculiar ideas that led him to this choice. Since it was Talisman Paper, naturally, the most classic style matched his image. The Vermilion Script Yellow Talisman inexplicably felt like it had a "boosted +1" effect compared to ordinary curse talismans.

Gu Mo also wanted to stockpile other items, but it wasn't feasible since the inventory could only accommodate equipment recognized by the naive system with "attributes." Possibly, it categorized them as "game items" due to having attributes. Hence, items from reality couldn't be directly stored.

Though Yellow Paper and Vermilion were ordinary, after his processing and crafting, they transformed from mere materials into curse talismans with attributes, allowing them to be conveniently carried. Other items, however, were not permitted, and he could only ponder better solutions.

Lacking prior experience in this area, Gu Mo wandered until he eventually found a nearby market. At a small stall displaying various paper money, incense, and religious artifacts, he finally found what he needed.

"Yellow Paper?"

The old man at the stall set down his traditional smoking pipe, looking at him with a somewhat uncertain expression.

"Yes, and it would be even better if you have Vermilion. Give me a bit of both," Gu Mo nodded earnestly, presenting his request.

"Oh..." The old man drew out the sound with a tone of sudden realization, smoothing his furrowed brow. "So you really meant Yellow Paper? It's been years since anyone bought this. When you asked, I wasn't certain at first..."

"Yes, it's that Yellow Paper. Do you have any, sir?"

"Well, I'll have to look for it. It might be here, or maybe not. I only remember selling it in the past, but later... I'm not sure if there's any left. How about something else? Ready-made treasure coins, for instance, people buy lots of those, very useful..."

"No need for ready-made ones. If you have Yellow Paper, please find it for me. I'll buy whatever remains..."

Gu Mo decisively refused. Why would he need ready-made ones? As much as he could buy now, he would. The rest he could look for online, where everything is available, including Cultivation Techniques and Foundation Establishment Pills. Yellow Paper would naturally be no difficulty to obtain.

However, online shopping typically required some processing time, ranging from a day or two to an uncertain duration, and he wished to make the most of his time. So, he came directly to purchase, as the energy that could be expended daily was limited. With proper planning, each day could yield at least double-digit talisman production.

No usage meant no output, equating to losses with each day's delay—lost numbers of Fire Bomb Talismans, Communication Talismans, and such useful curse talismans, intolerable just thinking about it. Especially as he was in the challenging early stages of starting anew, needing these items greatly.

"Not ready-made? Wait, and you want Vermilion too, are you planning to draw talismans yourself?!" The old man appeared somewhat regretful but suddenly realized something, smacking his forehead with surprise as he looked at the young man before him.

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