Dealing with Contraband

After Nalan Yanran and the others left, the Xiao Family's main hall once again erupted into a frenzy.

The allure of the top-grade Purple Heart Barrier Breaking Pills was simply too great. The First Elder and Third Elder, along with several other high-ranking members of the Xiao Clan, stared at Xiao Tian with burning eyes.

"Xiao Tian, how do you plan to distribute these Purple Heart Barrier Breaking Pills?" the First Elder asked, his old eyes sharp as he fixed on the three purple pills in Xiao Tian's hand.

The Third Elder also stared intently at the three Purple Heart Barrier Breaking Pills in Xiao Tian's hand, swallowing hard, his eyes practically turning green.

However, Xiao Tian seemed to pay no mind to the expressions of the First Elder and Third Elder. He glanced at them, then shifted his gaze to Xiao Zhan, who was deep in thought beside him, and slowly spoke:

"Cousin, thank you for taking care of me all these years. I'll give you these two Purple Heart Barrier Breaking Pills."

As soon as he finished speaking, Xiao Tian produced two Purple Heart Barrier Breaking Pills and placed them before Xiao Zhan.

"You... you're giving these two Purple Heart Barrier Breaking Pills to me?" Xiao Zhan asked, stunned and somewhat disbelieving, after he finally registered what was happening.

The value of these Purple Heart Barrier Breaking Pills was immeasurable. Not just in Wutan City, but likely throughout the entire Jia Ma Empire, they were incredibly precious!

Yet, Xiao Tian was willing to give up such a valuable elixir.

This moved Xiao Zhan deeply!

Accepting the two Purple Heart Barrier Breaking Pills, Xiao Zhan trembled with excitement. It was impossible not to be interested in them, after all, they were peak fourth-grade pills that could directly increase one's strength.

Currently, his strength was at the peak of a Five-star Great Dou Shi. If he could break through to Six-star Great Dou Master and then take two Purple Heart Barrier Breaking Pills, he would directly advance to Eight-star Great Dou Master! At that point, his status within the Xiao Clan would undoubtedly rise along with his strength!

Such a temptation was simply irresistible.

At this moment, with only one Purple Heart Barrier Breaking Pill left, the First Elder, Third Elder, and the others in the hall couldn't help but swallow their saliva. Their gazes were fixed on the last remaining pill, as if they wished they could snatch it away immediately.

"Heh heh, you guys don't get a share this time!"

Xiao Tian seemed to have anticipated their reaction. A slight smile curved his lips as he said calmly.

"Uh..." Hearing this, everyone felt a wave of awkwardness. They looked disappointed and turned to leave.

Only the First Elder and Third Elder regretted their past actions. If they hadn't been so harsh and indifferent towards Xiao Tian before, perhaps they might have received a Purple Heart Barrier Breaking Pill today.

"Tian'er, thank you for salvaging some of my and Yan'er's dignity today regarding Nalan Yanran's annulment of the engagement," Xiao Zhan said with a sigh after everyone else had left.

If Xiao Tian hadn't stepped forward today, he and Xiao Yan would have lost all face and become a laughingstock of the entire clan!

"Cousin, is the Misty Cloud Sect very powerful?"

Just then, as Xiao Zhan was sighing, Xiao Tian, standing with his back to him in the hall, asked calmly.

This sudden question made Xiao Zhan pause slightly before he blurted out instinctively:

"The Misty Cloud Sect is known as the supreme overlord of the Jia Ma Empire. Its foundation is deep, its heritage long, and its influence immeasurable. The current Xiao Clan is as insignificant as an ant before the Misty Cloud Sect."

After speaking, Xiao Zhan gave a wry smile. If it weren't for this, why would he have endured such humiliation today?

"The Misty Cloud Sect, huh? If I have the chance in the future, I'll personally visit the Misty Cloud Sect and learn from them," Xiao Tian said lightly, a faint smile playing on his lips after hearing Xiao Zhan's explanation.

Although his words were spoken casually, Xiao Zhan felt a flicker of anticipation. After all, his nephew Xiao Tian's comeback gave him hope for the future rise of the Xiao Family.

"Father, for the humiliation today, I will definitely go to the Misty Cloud Sect to reclaim our honor!" At this moment, Xiao Yan stepped forward, his expression resolute.

Xun'er also slowly approached, gently tucking a strand of hair behind her ear. A charming smile appeared on her beautiful face as she said, "Uncle Xiao, Xun'er believes that soon, the Misty Cloud Sect will regret their actions today."

Hearing their words, Xiao Zhan's face finally bloomed into a smile as bright as chrysanthemums.

Not long after leaving the Xiao Family's main hall, Xiao Tian immediately headed to the Mietel Auction House.

Seeing Ya Fei again, Xiao Tian was almost mesmerized by the enchanting vixen.

"Hehehe, Mr. Xiao Tian, have you missed me already after just one day?" Ya Fei chuckled, covering her mouth as she looked at the young man who couldn't meet her gaze.

"Ahem, Miss Ya Fei, I'm here today to ask for your help," Xiao Tian coughed dryly, quickly changing the subject.

"Mr. Xiao Tian, if there's anything Miss Ya Fei can help with, please don't hesitate to ask. You are a distinguished guest of our Mietel Auction House," Ya Fei said charmingly, a smile playing on her lips as she noticed Xiao Tian's awkwardness.

Hearing this, Xiao Tian immediately produced a Storage Ring. This ring contained the items he had confiscated from the Wolf Head Mercenary Group, as well as all the medicinal ingredients transported by Gale Nu.

Upon seeing the contents of the Storage Ring, Ya Fei's eyebrows rose. She immediately understood what was happening and then, extending her fair arm, took the ring and said with a smile, "Leave these matters to me."

With that, she turned and headed towards the interior of the auction house.

Watching Ya Fei leave, Xiao Tian breathed a sigh of relief and sat in the VIP room, waiting quietly.

These items were all obtained through killing and plundering. To avoid bringing unnecessary trouble to the Xiao Clan, Xiao Tian decided to deal with them as quickly as possible.

Before long, Ya Fei returned.

She held the Storage Ring between her fingers and handed it to Xiao Tian, smiling brightly:

"Mr. Xiao Tian, the items have been processed through our Mietel Auction House's channels. Here is the corresponding amount of gold coins after deducting the commission. The total is one million and eighty thousand gold coins. Please count it."

After hearing Ya Fei's explanation, Xiao Tian smiled in satisfaction, took the Storage Ring, and said, "Thank you, Miss Ya Fei. There's no need to count."

With that, Xiao Tian turned to leave.

"Mr. Xiao Tian!" However, at this moment, Ya Fei called out to him, her red lips curved into a charming smile, and she said resentfully:

"Are you planning to leave in such a hurry?"

Even Xiao Tian's breath quickened at Ya Fei's demeanor.

"Cough, cough, Miss Ya Fei, do you have any other instructions?" After coughing twice, Xiao Tian was startled and asked, feigning composure.

"I actually do have a few things." Ya Fei's delicate body trembled slightly as she spoke in a sweet, alluring tone. Her eyes, filled with a captivating charm, made Xiao Tian's blood surge.

"Miss Ya Fei, please tell me." Xiao Tian suppressed the surging heat within him, striving to maintain a calm demeanor.

"Mr. Xiao Tian, do you have time to accompany me for a cup of tea tonight?" Ya Fei looked at Xiao Tian with a hint of coquettish grievance, speaking sweetly.

Hearing Ya Fei's invitation, Xiao Tian's mind went blank.

"Uh... I'm sorry, Miss Ya Fei, I have other plans tonight, so I won't be able to accompany you." He touched his nose and refused, shaking his head. He knew Ya Fei was a poisonous temptress; to get involved with her meant ruin. He couldn't be foolish enough to jump into the trap.

Seeing Xiao Tian's reaction, Ya Fei stomped her foot in frustration. This was the first time she had actively invited a man for tea, and this scoundrel had directly refused.

"So unromantic!" Watching Xiao Tian sprint away, Ya Fei pouted her cherry-red lips and grumbled indignantly.