Fox Spirit

The Miter Auction House was a major industry of the Mite'er Family. Even if Wutan City's Three Major Clans were tied together, they would still fall far short of its wealth and influence.

The Miter Auction Houses established by the family were spread throughout the Jia Ma Empire, including even this tiny Wutan City.

Xiao Yan arrived at the entrance of the Miter Auction House and glanced sideways at the two little girls following behind him, raising an eyebrow in confusion.

"Aren't you going shopping?"

"It's fine~ There's nothing worth buying on the streets anyway~"

Xiao Mei and Xiao Xun'er smiled in unison with their hands behind their backs. Xiao Yan did not ask further and respectfully addressed the Guard at the Auction House entrance.

"Xiao Yan of the Xiao Family has something to discuss with Young Lady Ya Fei. I hope you can inform her."

"Alright, alright~" Before Xiao Yan could finish, the Guard waved helplessly. "You come here often enough. There's no need to be so polite. I'll go find Young Lady Ya Fei right away."

With that, the Guard turned and entered the Auction House. Xiao Yan stood quietly at the entrance to wait, completely failing to notice the slightly gloomy expressions on the two little girls behind him.

Before long, a woman beautiful to her very bones emerged from the Auction House with elegant steps. Her eyes lit up when she saw Xiao Yan.

"Brother Xiao Yan, it's been so long! Why don't you come visit your sister more often?"

With his face buried against Ya Fei's chest, Xiao Yan was so thoroughly smothered that he could not say a word. His face turned crimson.

Sensing Xiao Yan's suddenly restless heart, Yao Chen inside the Ring kept shaking her head.

His heart was racing and his blood was boiling from just this much. It seemed her Disciple was truly helpless around women. She would have to find a way to train him later, lest he fall into someone's trap one day.

At that moment, Xiao Mei and Xiao Xun'er's faces darkened completely. They acted together, pulling Xiao Yan from Ya Fei's embrace and shielding him behind them like hens protecting their chicks.

"You big-breasted, brainless woman! Stay away from Cousin Xiao Yan!"

Xiao Mei glared at Ya Fei and cursed without restraint, but Ya Fei was not angry in the least. She gazed teasingly at Xiao Mei.

"That's still far better than a little steamed bun, isn't it? Don't you think, little Sister Xiao Mei~"

"You!!!"

Ya Fei's words instantly shattered Xiao Mei's defenses.

"What's wrong with having a small chest?! Am I eating your rice? Drinking your water? I'm proud of my small chest! What business is it of yours?!"

While Xiao Mei was losing her temper, Xiao Xun'er said nothing, but the way she looked at Ya Fei was clearly far from friendly.

Her figure was not much better than Xiao Mei's. Even though Ya Fei had not mentioned her by name, Xiao Xun'er still felt utterly belittled and had no idea how to refute her.

After all, Ya Fei truly had ample assets. Not to mention that Xiao Xun'er had not yet come of age, even when she reached Ya Fei's age, she had no confidence that she could surpass her in that regard.

"Mei'er, don't be rude."

Having recovered himself, Xiao Yan reached out and pressed down on Xiao Mei's Little Head. Gazing at her puffed-up profile, his eyes were filled with helplessness.

His Sister had little patience for anyone other than him. Her temper was so explosive that the slightest spark could set her off.

Xiao Yan then looked towards Ya Fei and clasped his hands as he requested.

"Sister Ya Fei, I—"

"Stop!" Ya Fei immediately cut him off, lightly tapping his clasped hands with her Jade Finger. "Put away those formalities before you speak to your sister. I don't want you treating me like an outsider."

Ya Fei knew very well that Xiao Yan only observed etiquette so excessively when dealing with outsiders.

They had known each other for three years, yet he still treated her with such deference. It left Ya Fei somewhat displeased.

Ya Fei's words made Xiao Yan pause slightly before he awkwardly lowered his hands.

"Sister Ya Fei, Xiao Yan would like to borrow a Tier 1 Wood-attribute Monster Core. I will definitely return it in the future."

"Using the word 'borrow' truly breaks your sister's heart."

Ya Fei interrupted him again. With her arms folded, she turned her head and signaled to the Guard. The Guard nodded and returned to the Auction House, soon coming back out with a Black Brocade Box.

"It's only a Tier 1 Monster Core. Your sister is giving it to you!"

Ya Fei took the brocade box from the Guard and tossed it to Xiao Yan. He caught it somewhat flusteredly, a trace of delight flashing through his eyes.

Xiao Yan's expression immediately turned solemn. He clasped his hands, about to say something, when Ya Fei's slender Jade Finger lightly touched his lips.

"There's no need to thank me. Your sister is doing this willingly. If anyone else begged me on their knees, I still wouldn't give it to them. If you acknowledge me as your sister, then stop with those empty formalities and take it without worry."

"..."

Xiao Yan stood frozen in place, his expression becoming somewhat awkward. His hands, which had not yet clasped together, remained spread in Mid-air, and he did not know what to do.

Seeing Xiao Yan's embarrassed appearance, Ya Fei revealed a bewitching smile that could captivate all living beings. She reached out to stroke his chin and murmured.

"It's precisely because you're so adorable, little brother, that your sister can never get enough of you~"

"Huh?"

Xiao Yan froze. Before his mind could react, Ya Fei leaned towards the side of his face before Xiao Mei and Xiao Xun'er's shocked eyes. Her red lips landed lightly on it, leaving behind a faint fragrance.

"Come play with your sister again next time~"

Ya Fei waved with a seductive smile before turning and walking into the Auction House, leaving Xiao Yan and the other two standing there blankly for a long while.

More than ten seconds later, the three finally came back to their senses one after another. Xiao Mei's fur practically stood on end on the spot.

"That damned fox spirit!!!"

As she spoke, Xiao Mei charged into the Auction House, radiating an air of swearing never to rest until she and Ya Fei were deadlocked in battle!

Fortunately, Xiao Yan reacted in time. He grabbed Xiao Mei and scolded her in a low voice.

"Don't mess around!"

"But that woman! She... she just..."

Xiao Mei looked at Xiao Yan aggrievedly, so furious that she could not even form a complete sentence. Seeing this, Xiao Xun'er hurried forward and stood before Xiao Mei, looking towards Xiao Yan as she asked.

"Brother Xiao Yan, is there anything else you need to buy?"

"I've already bought everything I need." Xiao Yan put the Black Brocade Box into his bag, then looked at Xiao Mei and Xiao Xun'er with a light smile. "Since I don't have to train today, I'll go shopping with you two."

The moment he said this, Xiao Mei's face, which had been filled with extreme anger just moments ago, instantly softened. She stared at Xiao Yan in delighted confirmation.

"Really?!"

"Really."

Xiao Yan nodded with a smile. Xiao Mei immediately cheered in excitement, grabbing Xiao Yan's hand and running towards the market.

"Then let's go! There are so, so many things I want to buy today!"

"Slow down~"

Gazing at Xiao Yan being pulled away by Xiao Mei, Xiao Xun'er covered her mouth and chuckled before following after them with light steps.