Staring in Disbelief

Inside a luxurious office at the headquarters of the Mittel Grand Auction House in the Imperial Capital.

A beautiful figure sat behind a large desk, her charming face exuding confidence and domineering aura, quite like a Queen. It was Ya Fei, who had taken over as the head of the Mittel Family. Even Xiao Yu probably did not expect that in just over half a year, Ya Fei had become the head of the Mittel Family!

"Alas, the Imperial Family is still the same Imperial Family. I'm afraid we'll never see any human touch in the Imperial Family again!" The pen in Ya Fei Ya Fei's hand spun continuously in her slender palm, and wisps of Dou Qi spewed from her palm.

If anyone else were here to see this, they would surely notice that Ya Fei's method of controlling her Dou Qi was quite profound.

Ya Fei sighed softly and stood up from behind her desk. Her form-fitting Ya Fei perfectly showcased her alluring figure.

Gazing at the sky outside the window, painted a deep red by the sunset, Ya Fei tugged at the mink shawl on her shoulders and murmured softly, "In a while, I'll go to the Black Corner Region to see you."

"Not long ago, Clan Chief Teng Shan passed the position of Clan Chief of the Mittel Family to me. Although I declined, Clan Chief Teng Shan said that the next Clan Chief would be decided after I went to the Black Corner Region."

As they were talking, a charming smile appeared on Ya Fei's beautiful face as she said, "Xiao Yu, do you know? I've already reached the Peak Dou Ling, and I'm just one step away from becoming Dou Wang! We agreed that once I become Dou Wang, I'll come to the Black Corner Region to find you!"

Suddenly, Ya Fei saw several black dots appear on the distant horizon. With her eyesight, she could tell that they were several people. Her expression suddenly became serious. Only experts above the Dou Wang could fly high in the sky without the aid of any flying beasts. Recently, there had been constant friction between the Jia Ma Empire and the Chuyun Empire. She was worried that these were Poison Master masters sent by the Chuyun Empire!

As the black dots grew larger, Ya Fei noticed that they were gradually taking on human shapes and getting closer and closer to her, seemingly heading straight for the Mittel Grand Auction House!

Xiao Yu led Cai Lin and the others directly towards the Mittel Grand Auction House. He had already noticed the charming and lovely woman standing by the window on the sixth floor. After not seeing her for more than half a year, Ya Fei's aura had improved a lot compared to before. At least she was no longer as ambitious as before. She had become much calmer and more confident. Perhaps this was a change brought about by her own strength.

When Ya Fei finally saw the figure flying towards her clearly, her beautiful eyes widened suddenly, clearly in disbelief.

When Xiao Yu and his group flashed into Ya Fei's office, Ya Fei seemed oblivious, simply staring blankly at Xiao Yu.

Standing behind Xiao Yu, Cai Lin Xiao Yu a strange sensation rising within her as she watched the alluring human woman staring intently at him. This feeling made her uncomfortable, yet she couldn't control it. Cai Lin didn't know what was wrong with her, so she pulled Zi Yan close and roughly ruffled Zi Yan's purple hair with her slender hands.

Zi Yan rolled her eyes at Cai Lin Lin's gesture, but could only pout in silent protest!

Xiao Yu gently patted the head of the stunned woman in front of him and chuckled softly, "What's wrong? It hasn't been that long since we last met, and you've already forgotten me?"

Hearing that warm, gentle voice as always, Ya Fei finally reacted. She immediately rushed into Xiao Yu Xiao Yu's arms, burying her pretty face in his chest, and said in a muffled voice, "No, that's not it! I just didn't expect you to suddenly appear in front of me."

Seeing Ya Fei rush into Xiao Yu's arms, Cai Lin tightened her grip slightly, causing Zi Yan's face to scrunch up. She then glared at Xiao Yu, pulled Little Xiao Nian over, and rubbed Little Xiao Nian's head in the same way.

Cai Lin's slightly cold voice came from behind. "There are still children here!"

Upon hearing Cai Lin's voice, Ya Fei immediately sprang up from Xiao Yu's arms, her face flushed as she looked towards Cai Lin. Only then did she notice that three pairs of eyes were staring intently at them, making Ya Fei, a strong woman who was fearless even in the grand auction house, blush with embarrassment.

"Who are they?" Ya Fei looked at Cai Lin's stunningly beautiful face and felt a sense of wariness. She then turned to Xiao Yu and asked with a smile.

Xiao Yu introduced with a smile, "This is my friend, Cai Lin. Her name is Zi Yan. I met her at the Jia Nan Academy."

Finally, Xiao Yu picked up the still somewhat dazed Little Xiao Nian and said, "This is my daughter, Xiao Nian."

Ya Fei nodded slightly to Cai Lin and Zi Yan and smiled, "You two are honored guests to be here in Mittel. Ya Fei will certainly treat you well. Please let me know if you need anything!"

Zi Yan's large, dark, gem-like eyes lit up instantly. Looking at Ya Fei with a somewhat innocent expression, she asked, "Really? Sister Ya Fei? Can I have some medicinal herbs?"

Of course, Ya Fei was unaware of Zi Yan's Gu Ling personality. She assumed Zi Yan needed some medicinal herbs and was about to speak when Xiao Yu stopped her, saying, "Don't listen to her nonsense. Zi Yan has plenty of herbs; don't give them to her!"

In fact, Xiao Yu was also afraid that Ya Fei would agree directly. The medicinal herbs that Zi Yan needed were all rare, at least grade five or higher. Even if the Mittel Grand Auction House had such herbs, they would be extremely precious.

Zi Yan rolled her eyes at Xiao Yu and then fell silent. After all, Xiao Yu was the source of her pills. If she really angered Xiao Yu and he stopped giving her pills, she would be truly devastated!

Ya Fei had also noticed something amiss, but she still said, "As long as it's within my power, I can find any medicinal herbs you want!"

Upon hearing Ya Fei's words, Zi Yan's face lit up with a smile again, and she said, "Sister Ya Fei!"

"You're welcome!" Ya Fei said with a smile, then took Little Xiao Nian from Xiao Yu's arms.

"It's been more than half a year since I last saw her, and the little one has grown so much!" Ya Fei looked at the exquisitely beautiful little girl in her arms and couldn't help but feel affection for her.

"Call her Aunt Ya Fei!" Ya Fei teased Little Xiao Nian Little Xiao Nian, who obediently called out, "Aunt Ya Fei!"

Little Xiao Nian's innocent voice instantly touched the softest part of Ya Fei's heart. She looked at Little Xiao Nian with a smile and said, "Good girl, I'll take you to eat something delicious!"

Then, Ya Fei looked at Xiao Yu and said, "Let's go back to the Mittel Manor first. It's been so long since we last met. Let me tell you about the current situation in the Jia Ma Empire!"

Xiao Yu nodded slightly and said, "Okay!"

The group returned to the Mittel Manor in the Mittel Family's carriage.

In the reception room, Xiao Yu saw Mittel Teng Shan, and smiled at Teng Shan, saying, "The old clan leader is still so healthy!"

Teng Shan chuckled and said, "I'm getting old, it's good that I have Ya Fei, otherwise the Mittel Family would really be without a successor. By the way, what about Elder Hai?"

Xiao Yu laughed and said, "Elder Hai is still in the Black Corner Region. I've come back this time with a mission!"