>>5530719The man shows Takigi what the caravan is currently selling off, and he makes a couple of minor purchases - novel but affordable foodstuffs. After some time, the man introduces several books that the caravan is carrying. All printed in batches from a workshop in the prefectural capital. Still expensive, but far and away more affordable than something like a cultivation manual, which must be produced by hand by a cultivator of some ability.
After some consideration, Takigi seems to make a decision. "A bit expensive, but fine as a one-time expense. Kinzou, are you interested in any of the books?" Kinzou's face lights up. 「Really? I can have one?」Takigi nods. "Sure. We'll just call it a late present for the new year."「Ummmm...」
It takes some consideration before Kinzou narrows his selection down to three books. Seemingly stuck at an impasse, he transmits a thought.「Grandpa Hops, which one should I get? They all look interesting.」 You ponder the three books and select one.
>The Sage's Analects, a set of stories and sayings on an ancient sage's life, as collected by his disciples.>Jun Rei's Travels, the memoirs of a pilgrim who traveled across the empire.>Surviving On The Frontier, a collection of advice on surviving in the woods and hills of the Immortal Empire's northwestern reaches, where you're currently located. 