Many people wanted to leave Momenan, but those who could afford the price were few and far between.
Du Youqian was in no hurry. He had Huang Bo spread the word, telling anyone who wished to leave to think carefully about the price they could offer. Each person would only have one chance to make a bid.
He then remained on Soul-shaking Mountain, spending his days in carefree leisure, meditating, playing the zither, and admiring the flowers.
As for the monkey, it was now running wild all over the mountains, just waiting for Du Youqian to take it with him when he left.
In the end, over a hundred people submitted their bids, but Du Youqian only chose to reveal the location of the passageway to a dozen or so of them, making them swear a Heart Demon Vow not to divulge the secret.
In return, they gave Du Youqian various promises and tangible benefits.
