Exorbitant Profit

At the Xiao Family Training Ground in Wutan City, Xiao Yan supervised the Xiao Family Disciples' training as he always did.

The day after he had given the Foundation Establishment Spirit Liquid to Ya Fei, she had come to find Xiao Yan with a grave expression.

"After Uncle Gu Ni appraised it, he found that the quality of the bottle of Foundation Establishment Spirit Liquid you gave me was frighteningly high. A tiny place like Wutan City simply cannot handle it."

That did not mean no one in Wutan City could afford it. The main issue was that no one would spend such an enormous sum on it.

In the end, it merely increased the cultivation speed of Dou Qi. Though rare, a small place like Wutan City truly did not have that much spare money to spend on something like this.

On the contrary, the powerful families in more prosperous cities not only had the means to afford it, but would also take a great interest in it, especially families with juniors.

Thus, Ya Fei suggested sending it to a more prosperous city for auction, and Xiao Yan left the decision entirely to her.

And now, a week had already passed, yet there had been no news from Ya Fei during that time.

Xiao Yan was not worried. He knew what Ya Fei was like; she would certainly not deceive him.

If he trusted someone, then he should naturally trust them to the end.

Incidentally, Gale Ao, who had fought Xiao Yan in a Life-and-Death Duel that day, had become quite famous in Wutan City.

Unfortunately, it was for the exact opposite reason.

The duel that day had spread by word of mouth among the spectators until everyone in Wutan City knew about it.

A twenty-one-year-old One-star Dou Zhe had been beaten so badly by fifteen-year-old Xiao Yan, who possessed only Three-stage Dou Zhi Li, that he could not get back up after two moves.

Naturally, people did not believe Xiao Yan was too strong. They all thought Gale Ao was simply too weak and ridiculed him endlessly.

A Dou Zhe who could not even defeat a Three-stage Dou Zhi Li good-for-nothing—just how useless were you?

As a result, Gale Ao had not stepped outside for the entire week. He had already lost all face in Wutan City, so how could he dare wander the streets?

"Yan'er."

Just as Xiao Yan was intently supervising the Xiao Family Disciples' training, Xiao Zhan entered the courtyard and softly called out to his beloved son.

"Father."

Xiao Yan walked over, and Xiao Zhan clasped his hands behind his back as he spoke.

"Young Lady Ya Fei is looking for you. She is waiting at the Xiao Family's entrance." After saying that, Xiao Zhan Raised an Eyebrow and looked teasingly at Xiao Yan. "Son, I have always felt that Young Lady Ya Fei treats you rather specially. Could it be that she has taken a liking to you?"

"Do not joke around, Father." Xiao Yan chuckled and waved his hand. "She is the future heir of the Mite Family. How could someone like me possibly be worthy of her?"

"Things are done by people. Why not try a little harder?"

Xiao Yan did not answer. He merely waved his hand and walked past Xiao Zhan toward the Xiao Family gates, leaving him with a final remark.

"Father, please supervise them for a while. I will be back soon."

Gazing At his son's Back View, Xiao Zhan's eyes were full of gratification.

Other than his strength, his son was practically flawless. How could he compare to that pampered young master from the Gale Family?

He was already a One-star Dou Zhe, yet he had still been beaten so badly by Xiao Zhan's son that he could not get up. He had utterly disgraced his father as well.

Xiao Zhan then turned toward the Xiao Family Disciples who were training. Ever since Xiao Yan had taken over as their instructor, Xiao Zhan had rarely concerned himself with this matter. Now, however, he was in the mood for it. He walked to the front of the Xiao Family Disciples, lightly raised one hand, and smiled.

"Children, your Clan Leader will accompany you in some practical combat~"

Meanwhile, Xiao Yan arrived at the Xiao Family gates and immediately spotted Ya Fei, elegantly standing there in a red dress.

It had to be said that Ya Fei was truly a natural enchantress. If Yao Chen's beauty was breathtaking, then Ya Fei's allure came from her very bones, making people unable to control themselves.

Xiao Yan lightly shook his head, then stepped forward to greet Ya Fei.

"Sister Ya Fei, long time no see~"

"Long time no see, little brother Xiao Yan."

Upon seeing Xiao Yan, Ya Fei's lips curved into a soul-stirring, seductive smile, making Xiao Yan's heart tremble once more. Then she continued.

"That bottle of Foundation Establishment Spirit Liquid has already been sold." Ya Fei took out a Black Gold Card and handed it to Xiao Yan. "After deducting the Auction House's share, the total is two hundred and thirty thousand."

"Huh?!"

Hearing that number, Xiao Yan froze. He could hardly believe his ears.

"How much?!"

"You heard correctly, little brother Xiao Yan. Two hundred and thirty thousand~"

Seeing Xiao Yan's stunned expression, Ya Fei parted her red lips and confirmed it again. Only then did Xiao Yan slowly come back to his senses, clicking his tongue inwardly.

Good heavens. A single bottle of that stuff could sell for two hundred and thirty thousand. The cost was less than two thousand.

No wonder everyone wanted to become an alchemist. The profit was simply exorbitant.

"Hehe~ The starting price had been set at one hundred thousand, but those powerful families liked that item even more than I expected. Even I was somewhat surprised by the proceeds."

Ya Fei smiled as she placed the Black Gold Card into Xiao Yan's hand, along with a Storage Ring.

"Sister Ya Fei, what is this?"

Xiao Yan stared blankly at Ya Fei as he looked at the Storage Ring.

Ya Fei raised her index finger before her red lips, narrowed one eye, and smiled.

"Little brother, you trust your sister so much, so naturally your sister has to give you a few benefits. Just accept it without worry~"

"..."

Xiao Yan looked at the Storage Ring in his hand for a long while before finally looking up at Ya Fei.

"Since Sister Ya Fei has said so, continuing to refuse would only disappoint your kindness. I will accept it. If Sister Ya Fei ever needs help with anything in the future, so long as it is within Xiao Yan's ability, I will certainly do my utmost!"

The moment his words fell, Ya Fei's face, beautiful enough to bewitch all living beings, Leaned Towards Xiao Yan.

"That is what you said, little brother Xiao Yan~"

"Uh..."

Xiao Yan froze, and Ya Fei spoke again.

"Your sister needs a few Qi Gathering Powders. All the necessary medicinal ingredients have already been placed inside the Storage Ring. Little brother, you can certainly help your sister with this, right~"

"..."

Xiao Yan was stunned for a long time before finally revealing a bitter smile.

"Is it really alright for Sister Ya Fei to trick her little brother like this?"

"You agreed to it yourself. Your sister did not force you~"

After saying that, Ya Fei turned slightly sideways and lightly waved to Xiao Yan.

"Then your sister will head back first. I will wait for your good news~"

Gazing At Ya Fei's gradually receding, graceful Back View, Xiao Yan helplessly patted his forehead.

That sister of his.

(Elder Yao, may I trouble you?) Xiao Yan asked in his heart, then added, (If you are unwilling, this Disciple will immediately go and refuse.)

Xiao Yan knew clearly in his heart that Yao Chen was the one who refined the medicine. Agreeing to Ya Fei's request without permission was equivalent to treating his teacher as a tool. That was quite a rebellious act.

In response, Yao Chen answered within Xiao Yan's heart.

(It is fine. Favors must always be owed. Rather than owing them to outsiders, it is better to owe them to your own teacher.) Yao Chen said without concern. (It is only Qi Gathering Powder. It will not take much effort. As long as there are enough materials, I can refine them for you to eat like beans.)

Hearing this, Xiao Yan could not help feeling speechless.

Even if I wanted to eat them like beans, I do not have that kind of wealth right now. The two hundred and thirty thousand on this card probably would not even buy a few.

Xiao Yan put away the Black Gold Card and Storage Ring, then turned and headed toward the Training Ground. They could discuss whatever else there was tonight. Today's training was not over yet, and as the supervisor, he could not leave for too long.

However, just as Xiao Yan reached the courtyard entrance of the Training Ground, he saw his father, Xiao Zhan, walking out with a somewhat gloomy expression. His clothes were faintly torn and covered in dust.

The instant Xiao Zhan saw Xiao Yan, his eyes flashed brightly. He rushed forward and grabbed his son's shoulders, demanding harshly.

"Yan'er! What is going on with these children?!"