However, Long Ape and Tiger Ape did not immediately return to the Ancient Ape Gate, choosing instead to head toward Cloud River Town, a small town under the jurisdiction of the sect.
Although small in size, Cloud River Town held a position of pivotal importance, serving as a vital commercial hub near Litian City. Nestled beside a winding river, the town was surrounded by verdant mountains and gurgling streams. Beneath its unpretentious exterior lay endless prosperity and vitality. The streets were lined with bustling shops; from fabrics and medicinal herbs to jewelry and weapons, an astonishing array of goods attracted merchants and travelers from all directions.
The town owed its significance to its strategic location along major transportation routes, making it a mandatory stop for numerous caravans. Whether rare resources from distant lands or local specialties, all had to pass through Cloud River Town before successfully entering Litian City. Consequently, commercial activity here was exceptionally brisk, with countless goods traded and translocated every day.
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