Chapter 22: Xia Qingxue's Instigation

"No problem, it's just a small matter."

After hearing Su Chen's request, Chen Feng agreed immediately without a second thought.

Hearing this, Su Chen looked at him with a smile, then reached into his robe, took out a jade plaque, and handed it to Chen Feng, "A small token of my appreciation, I hope Uncle Chen will accept it."

Chen Feng took the jade plaque and was instantly shocked.

"This—this is Dragon Bone Blood Jade, Young Master Su, what are you..."

Dragon Bone Blood Jade is an extremely rare type of jade throughout the entire Tianxuan Continent.

It is said to contain the essence blood of an ancient divine Dragon, which can allow a cultivator to gain sudden enlightenment of the Heavenly Dao, thereby gaining the hope of stepping into the legendary realm of the Great Emperor.

A treasure of this level would cause even those great experts to fight until they were battered and bloody, yet Su Chen carried one with him and even gave it to him.

Having seen countless grand scenes, Chen Feng was still deeply shaken at this moment.

His breathing became somewhat heavy, his eyes burning with intensity, and he stared at the jade plaque in his hand for a long time without looking away.

The foundation of the Su Family in the Donghua Continent is truly too profound.

Seeing his burning gaze, Su Chen laughed heartily, "To be honest with Uncle Chen, this Dragon Bone Blood Jade is of no great use to this nephew, but for a master like Uncle Chen who has practiced for many years, it has great benefits. Please, Uncle Chen, you must accept it."

"Many thanks for Young Master Su's kindness; this old man will shamelessly accept it."

Chen Feng was deeply moved, and at the same time, he held Su Chen in higher regard.

Su Chen is not only born of noble status and tactful in his dealings, but crucially, he is also skilled at winning people's hearts; such a person will certainly not be a mere pond fish in the future.

"Then I will leave that matter to you, Uncle Chen. This nephew will take his leave first!"

Seeing that the matter was settled, Su Chen cupped his hands and turned to leave.

Watching his departing back, Chen Feng was filled with emotion, "I never expected the Su Family to produce such an impressive junior. If he can ascend to the throne in the future, he will surely lead the Su Family to glory!"

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At the hour of Mao, outside the main entrance of the Tianqiong Auction House, there was a constant stream of traffic and many cultivators coming and going, yet the order was well-maintained.

After all, a rare auction event that happens once a year was to be held here today.

"Miss Xiao, this way."

Ye Fan walked in front to lead the way, a kind smile on his face, signaling the two peerless beauties behind him to follow.

Facing the envious gazes cast by the surrounding crowd, he held his head high, as if asserting his sovereignty.

Whether it was Xiao Ruoyu or Xia Qingxue, both were stunningly beautiful with an ethereal temperament.

As soon as they appeared, they immediately caused a stir, and many people even stopped in their tracks to admire them.

Regarding Ye Fan's little schemes, Xiao Ruoyu did not show any disgust, but instead nodded with a smile.

Such a reaction made Ye Fan even more smug.

Whether man or woman, one can never refuse the temptation of beauty.

He believed that with his own charm, sooner or later, he would make this cold, iceberg-like beauty submit beneath him.

Thinking of this, Ye Fan's eyes turned red, and his body involuntarily began to heat up; he was desperate to experience that sensation.

However, a harsh voice soon reached his ears.

"You act as if you come to the Tianqiong Auction House all the time."

Seeing Ye Fan's arrogant face from the side, Xia Qingxue could not help but show disdain on her pretty face, her voice filled with sarcasm and mockery.

She always remembered what she had promised Su Chen—to help Su Chen pursue Xiao Ruoyu.

Only by succeeding could she improve her status in Su Chen's heart.

Seeing her good friend Xiao Ruoyu receive Su Chen's affection, her heart felt as if it were being cut by a knife; originally, the position of the Su Family's main wife should have been hers.

But she had been too cheap, failing to cherish the love Su Chen had for her.

If time could flow backward and she could choose again, she would definitely cherish Su Chen well.

But nothing could start over.

When she saw Ye Fan buzzing around Xiao Ruoyu like a fly, she felt a deep sense of disgust in her heart.

Hearing the voice of Xia Qingxue beside him filled with intense hostility, Ye Fan frowned, and his expression immediately turned gloomy.

He snorted coldly, "Do I need to report to you about my interactions with Miss Xiao?"

"No need, this young lady is just reminding you that Sister Ruoyu is not someone a bumpkin like you can touch. If you know what's good for you, get lost quickly, otherwise don't blame this young lady for being impolite to you."

Xia Qingxue retorted without any hesitation, with the air of someone who would make him regret it for life if he dared to provoke her.

Hearing this, Ye Fan's face turned as black as the bottom of a pot, and he gritted his teeth, "Are you threatening me?"

"That's right, so what if I am?"

Xia Qingxue puffed out her proud chest, refusing to back down.

She is the daughter of the Xia Family and the woman of the Young Master of the Su Family; how could she be afraid of someone like Ye Fan?

She just loved watching people like him act arrogant and then get humbled; it was incredibly satisfying.

"Qingxue, stop making a scene."

Watching the two arguing incessantly, Xiao Ruoyu furrowed her delicate brows slightly, patted Xia Qingxue's arm, and persuaded, "Young Master Ye is also kindly leading the way for us."

She knew Xia Qingxue had a fiery temper, and only she could temporarily suppress it.

"Hmph!"

Hearing this, Xia Qingxue glared fiercely at Ye Fan and stopped talking.

Ye Fan looked at her with an uncertain expression, but in the end, he endured it and walked in front of the two to continue leading the way.

Seeing Ye Fan turn around, Xia Qingxue pulled Xiao Ruoyu to the side, pointed at Ye Fan's back, and whispered, "Sister Ruoyu, don't be fooled by him. This guy clearly covets your beauty; he has no good intentions toward you at all. I advise you to stay away from him in the future."

"Qingxue, you've misunderstood Young Master Ye..."

Looking at Xia Qingxue's earnest expression, Xiao Ruoyu shook her head, feeling a mix of amusement and frustration.

She knew Xia Qingxue was worried about her, but Ye Fan had always acted like a humble gentleman in front of her.

"Misunderstanding my foot; that kid looks like he's up to no good, if you get any closer to him, sooner or later you'll fall into his hands!"

Watching Xia Qingxue's anxious expression, Xiao Ruoyu said speechlessly, "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing."

As the two were speaking, a burst of intense arguing suddenly came from up ahead.

Looking up, they saw that Ye Fan had arrived at the entrance of the Tianqiong Auction House at some point and was having a dispute with the guards.

"Young Master Ye is in trouble, Qingxue, let's hurry over and take a look."

Seeing this scene, Xiao Ruoyu pulled Xia Qingxue and walked quickly toward the entrance.

Although Ye Fan's strength was not weak, this was the Tianqiong Auction House; if Ye Fan couldn't hold back and injured someone, it would likely invite trouble.

After all, even her Xiao Family dared not provoke the power behind the Tianqiong Auction House, let alone a mere Ye Fan.

"Let me in, I want to participate in the auction!"

Ye Fan looked at the several guards blocking his path, his face livid.

(End of chapter)