Mo Yu Makes a Move

After bidding farewell to Xiao Yu, Mo Yu returned to his own small house.

His grandfather was inside the room as well, wearing a worried expression.

"Yu'er, you're here." Seeing Mo Yu arrive, a smile appeared on the old man's face.

Seeing that the old man seemed troubled, Mo Yu seemed to guess what was on his mind and said, "Grandfather, are you worried about the family's recent business troubles?"

Hearing this, the Old Man nodded and sighed. "Recently, the family has clashed with the Jialie Family in business. Our profits have fallen by fifty or sixty percent, and we can barely afford to pay even some of the servants' monthly wages."

As the family's Butler, the old man undoubtedly understood the family's financial situation extremely well. That was why he was the most anxious.

Hearing the Old Man's sigh, Mo Yu also Shook His Head.

Originally, he had not wanted to interfere in this matter. After all, if nothing unexpected happened, Xiao Yan would Make a Move and resolve it perfectly.

But he suddenly realized that he could no longer sever himself from the Xiao Family. Not to mention that he had already formed a marriage alliance with the Xiao Family, even the grandfather of this body had assimilated into the family over several decades and was no different from the Xiao Family's people.

Thinking of this, Mo Yu knew that he could no longer conceal his abilities, even if it was only for the sake of the old man who had worked so hard to manage everything before him.

"Grandfather, don't worry. I can solve this matter," the Youth said calmly.

As soon as he said this, the Old Man's aged face froze. His Cloudy Old Eyes then flashed with a trace of barely perceptible surprise.

His Grandson seemed to possess quite a few secrets.

At that moment, inside the Xiao Family's meeting hall, the Xiao Family Patriarch, the Elders, and the other Family High-Level Officials were furious over the family's increasingly dismal business.

If this continued, all of the Xiao Family's Marketplaces would completely shut down, and the Xiao Family would fall to the ranks of a second-rate power.

"It would be wonderful if we could hire an Alchemist as well!" someone said in the hall.

Hearing this, everyone present helplessly Shook His Head. An Alchemist, even a First-Grade Alchemist, was extremely difficult to hire.

Just as everyone was disappointed and at a loss, Steward Mo and Mo Yu entered without anyone noticing.

"Hehe, Clan Head, my grandson Yu'er has a way to resolve the family's troubles." The old Butler led the Youth straight into the hall. Though his aged voice was low, it rang out like thunder throughout the meeting hall.

"What!"

Hearing the old Butler's words, everyone from the Xiao Family in the meeting hall—from the Clan Head and Elders to the Xiao Family's Juniors—stared at the grandfather and grandson in astonishment.

"Old Mo, you can't say something like this carelessly!" Since the marriage alliance between the two families, the Great Elder's relationship with them had grown much closer, so he secretly advised him against it.

Xiao Zhan also looked at Mo Yu solemnly. He did not want the Youth to make reckless boasts because of his hot-blooded youth.

In a corner of the hall, Xiao Yu stared in astonishment at the handsome Youth standing in the center—her fiancé.

When had he gained such abilities?

Seeing everyone's doubts, the Old Man was not angered. He took an extraordinary black bead from his robes.

"What is this..." The Second Elder, who was responsible for the family's business, took the black bead from Steward Mo. Finding it somewhat familiar, he stroked his white beard and tentatively asked, "Is this the Thunder Fire Bead that has recently become popular in Wu Tan City?"

Hearing this, Steward Mo nodded and said proudly, "That's right, it is the Thunder Fire Bead. Moreover, this bead was refined by my grandson Yu'er."

"What!?"

Upon hearing this, everyone present changed color.

The Xiao Family had paid considerable attention to the Thunder Fire Bead, which had appeared from who-knew-where. However, they had never known who had spread it. Now that they learned it was Mo Yu's work, how could they not be shocked?

At this moment, Mo Yu also stepped forward and said with a smile, "Some time ago, I encountered an old senior. Seeing that I was talented and intelligent, he taught me some Weapon Refining Technique, including the Thunder Fire Bead.

"Now that the family is facing trouble, how could I keep it to myself? As long as you give me three days and enough materials, I can provide the family with five hundred Thunder Fire Beads and resolve the family's business troubles."

Hearing this, everyone from the Xiao Family beamed with joy. They had also heard of the Thunder Fire Bead's reputation. It was extremely popular among Wu Tan City's Mercenaries and practically adored.

Five hundred Thunder Fire Beads, at the market price, would be worth one hundred and fifty thousand Gold Coins!

If the Xiao Family's Marketplaces gained control of this business, wouldn't the family's troubles be resolved immediately?

Xiao Zhan had thought of this as well. The worry on his face vanished, replaced by wild joy. He excitedly patted Mo Yu's shoulder with his large hands and laughed, "Good! Good! As expected of the Dragon of the Xiao Family!"

Then, as though he had thought of something, Xiao Zhan asked uneasily, "Did that old gentleman leave an address or anything? The Xiao Family will be selling the Thunder Fire Beads without his permission. Will that be a problem?"

Hearing this, Mo Yu could not help but marvel at how worthy Xiao Zhan was of being the Xiao Family Patriarch. He truly was a meticulous man. However, how could he know that the mysterious old man was the Youth standing before him?

Mo Yu smiled and Shook His Head. "After teaching me the Weapon Refining Technique, that senior left. Before departing, however, he gave me permission to sell the items I refined. I was short of money some time ago, so I refined and sold some Thunder Fire Beads."

Hearing this, Xiao Zhan finally nodded in relief. Then, he said regretfully, "That senior must be an Artifact Refiner of considerable skill. If he could stay as a guest of the Xiao Family for some time, it would surely bring glory to the Xiao Family."

As soon as these words were spoken, the Xiao Family's High-Level Officials all felt a wave of regret. A First-Grade Alchemist alone had tormented the Xiao Family until they were in unbearable pain. If an outstanding Artifact Refiner were stationed here, the Xiao Family's power might well advance another step.

The crowd then looked at Mo Yu enviously. Although they did not know how profound that Artifact Refiner's attainments were, the casually taught techniques had been enough to forge something like the Thunder Fire Bead. Clearly, he must have been an excellent Artificer Master.

Whether they felt envious or regretful, with Mo Yu's Make a Move, the family's crisis had now been completely resolved.

After all, the pills sold by the Jialie Family were merely some low-level Healing Medicine, while the Thunder Fire Bead was something that could save one's life at a critical moment. Those Mercenaries would surely know which was more important.

Just as the gloom in the hall faded and everyone was smiling with joy, a family Guard hurried in and respectfully reported, "Clan Head, there is a Black-robed person outside who says he wishes to discuss some cooperation with you."

Hearing this, Xiao Zhan and several Elders froze. Then, as though they had thought of something, they hurriedly said, "Quick, invite him in!"

Seeing Xiao Zhan and the Three Elders behaving this way, everyone in the hall was somewhat astonished. Only Mo Yu pondered thoughtfully.

"Hehe, there's no need to invite me. How have you been lately, Xiao Clan Head? This old man came without an invitation." As soon as Xiao Zhan's voice fell, an aged laugh rang out from beyond the door.

As the voice entered the hall, a figure shrouded beneath a large black cloak slowly walked inside under everyone's watchful gazes.

The instant the Black-robed person entered, Mo Yu's brows lifted slightly, and a smile appeared at the Corner of the Mouth.

The mysterious Old Yao had appeared...