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Although the internet was not omnipotent, it allowed him to learn and grasp more information in a short time—people's profiles, speeches, interviews, and works they had left online. Everything was a trace of Wealth Aura revealing itself; nothing could hide from his eyes.

So, after finishing his conversation with Xu Yuqing and Liu Rong, he had already set his sights on the next stage of his plan.

He was not worried in the slightest that Xu Yuqing and Liu Rong would ultimately refuse him.

Who would refuse the aid and support of the God of Wealth?

Cai Jinbai was certain that before a week of consideration had passed, Xu Yuqing would be unable to resist contacting him.

"Jinbao did well this time." Cai Jinbai smiled and praised him.

At his side, a warm golden glow gathered and eventually took the form of a Golden Ingot. Wiggling his plump little body, he said shyly in a childish, milky voice, "Hehe, thank you for the praise, Master. This is what Jinbao should do!"

Shy yet lively and adorable, the Golden Ingot bounced into Cai Jinbai's palm. Rings of tiny golden flowers blossomed around him, clearly showing how delighted he was by the praise. Cai Jinbai could not help laughing. When he stroked him with his fingertip, even more little flowers scattered down.

Xuan Yu snorted inwardly at the sight.

He should have finished rubbing this ear long ago, but the soft earlobe was pleasant to pinch. Xuan Yu kept caressing it, reluctant to let go. As for the other ear, the spot pressed by the arm of the glasses had long since stopped feeling uncomfortable.

Xuan Yu should have lowered his hand, but instead he said, "I'll rub the other side for you."

As he spoke, his hand reached around from behind Cai Jinbai's head. The moment his fingertips touched the other ear, Cai Jinbao hurriedly flew over as well, pressing his chubby round body close to Xuan Yu's fingers. "Master, Master, Jinbao will rub it too."

But just as his rounded edge touched Cai Jinbai's ear, Xuan Yu gave an unhappy hum. His long, powerful fingers curled and flicked, immediately sending the plump Golden Ingot flying—there was a smack, and the Golden Ingot splatted against the car window, turning into a tiny golden pancake.

The golden pancake then drifted down onto the seat and slowly puffed back into shape, but he began to cry miserably. "Master, Master Xuan bullied me again, boohoo."

Two streams of tiny golden beans fell from his body, transforming into golden light and vanishing just before they landed on the seat.

Cai Jinbao cried in grievance and sorrow, little golden beans continuously rolling out as tears spilled everywhere.

"Xuan, Jinbao is still young. Why do you always stoop to his level?" Cai Jinbai said.

The artifact spirit had only been born three hundred years ago, making him equivalent to a human child of around three years old—innocent, childish, pure, and adorable.

Yet Xuan Yu always had to bully him now and then.

"Jinbao is three hundred years old. Are you only three hundred years old too?"

Xuan Yu said, "This little thing always imitates me. Whatever I do, he insists on doing too. What, is he trying to steal my place by your side?"

He and Jinbai had grown up together since childhood, weathering hardships and storms to reach where they were today. He would not allow anyone—or anything—to interfere.

He dangerously narrowed his eyes. His originally pitch-black pupils faintly began to shift toward golden vertical slits, and the pressure unique to the dragon race seeped out in wisps. It poured through the enclosed car, making even the air seem thinner and breathing difficult.

Yun Hengtong was driving, while Yuan Guangjin sat in the passenger seat. A partition had been raised between them, separating the front and back of the car into two spaces.

Although they could not see what was happening in the back, the two of them could sense the oppressive aura belonging to Lord Xuan Yu.

In an instant, cold sweat broke out across their backs. Even though they were puppet people created by Cai Jinbai, they lacked none of the reactions normal people would have. Feeling the dragon's pressure, their scalps went numb and their faces turned extremely pale.

Yuan Guangjin straightened up and could not help exchanging a glance with Yun Hengtong.

What is Lord Xuan Yu angry about again?

Who could possibly know? Dragons are ill-tempered by nature, irritable and quick to anger. Lord Xuan Yu's dragon bloodline is exceptionally pure, so this nature is even more pronounced. Once he loses his temper, he is especially terrifying.

Fortunately, fortunately, Master is sitting in the back too. With Master there, no matter how angry Lord Xuan Yu gets, there is nothing to worry about.

That's right. With Master beside Lord Xuan Yu, nothing will happen.

Similar situations had happened many times before, so the two had long since become exceptionally calm.

Thus, one kept driving steadily despite his pale face, while the other sat upright despite sweating.

In the back, Cai Jinbai had long since grown accustomed to Xuan Yu's temper as well.

Not only were dragons violent-tempered, their possessiveness was especially astonishing.

Ever since he and Xuan Yu had formed a life-bound contract, this dragon had openly and domineeringly forbidden him from seeking other spirit beasts, divine beasts, or similar companions. He would only allow Cai Jinbai to have him forever; otherwise, for every one Cai Jinbai found, he would crush one to death. He was utterly overbearing.

From their initial relationship of suspicion, mutual distrust, and restraint, they had gradually reached this point. Xuan Yu had long regarded him as his possession, just as every dragon had treasures it guarded. The existence of their life-bound contract only deepened that connection.

Cai Jinbai was used to it. His eyelid did not even twitch.

His hand rested on his leg, fingers tapping lightly as he said calmly, "No one can take your place by my side."

It was only a simple sentence, yet the golden vertical pupils Xuan Yu had nearly revealed completely vanished, and even his aura subsided considerably.

But he was clearly still not very happy. He sat beside Cai Jinbai without saying a word, his expression cold and his features sharp.

Cai Jinbai continued, "Do you know why Jinbao always imitates you?"

Xuan Yu snorted. "Because he's a copycat."

"Jinbao, you tell him." Cai Jinbai reached out and stroked the Golden Ingot, who was fearfully hiding in a corner and shedding little golden beans.

Cai Jinbao sniffled and answered softly, "B-because Master Xuan treats Master well, so Jinbao treats Master well too."

Xuan Yu frowned. What kind of answer was that?

"Jinbao means that because he usually sees you treating me so well, thinking of me in every way and making me happy, as the artifact spirit of the magical treasure I refined, he naturally wants his master to be happy and pleased too," Cai Jinbai said.

"But he is an artifact spirit who was only born recently. He normally does not meet outsiders, and you are the only one by my side. Naturally, he imitates what he sees—you do something, and he does the same. He acts in ignorance. Though he is imitating you, it is also an expression of utmost closeness. He has no ulterior motives toward either you or me. If you do not believe me, ask Jinbao how he sees you."

Xuan Yu raised a brow at that and looked at the fat ingot.

Cai Jinbao said, "Master Xuan is good to Master. Master Xuan is good too. Jinbao likes him."

The childish but sincere words in that milky voice softened Xuan Yu's expression somewhat. He said, "For the sake of your wholehearted devotion to Jinbai as well, I'll let it go this time. I won't argue with a little thing like you. But when Jinbai and I are together in the future, you are not allowed to interrupt us like this again."

"Yes, Master Xuan." Cai Jinbao immediately bobbed his round little body up and down, firmly remembering the requirement.

Only then did the oppressive aura around Xuan Yu disappear without a trace.

Cai Jinbai shook his head inwardly. As domineering as ever, though fortunately not unreasonable.

Up front, Yuan Guangjin and Yun Hengtong both breathed a sigh of relief.

See? With Master there, everything was fine right away.

Cai Jinbai had been right. The day after their conversation, Xu Yuqing took the initiative to contact him. He said he had thought it over and wanted to sign with Jinbai Entertainment. At the same time, he expressed that his agent, Liu Rong, also wanted to move to Jinbai Entertainment. Since he had been the one to first suggest this to Sister Liu, it was only right for him to sound out President Cai's attitude on her behalf. He could mention it while replying.

Liu Rong's professional abilities were excellent. She had capable methods and extensive connections, and she was far from unknown at Star Universe Entertainment.

Xu Yuqing hoped Liu Rong could leave with him entirely because he was worried about her future work and career. He feared that Star Universe Entertainment would take out its anger on Liu Rong because he had successfully terminated his contract and left, making it impossible for her to remain at the company.

After all, he had already seen just how petty Boss Gao of Starlight was, as well as how vicious the methods he used behind the scenes could be.

He spoke frankly to Cai Jinbai, honestly laying out his thoughts without beating around the bush.

Even through the phone, Xu Yuqing's voice conveyed his sincerity and trust.

Since Cai Jinbai had already shown complete sincerity, Xu Yuqing would respond with a matching attitude rather than remain suspicious and hesitant after the other party had extended an olive branch.

Even so, after saying those words over the phone, Xu Yuqing still nervously licked his dry lips and swallowed. Uneasily, he began to wonder whether he was being a little too greedy.

But immediately afterward, Cai Jinbai's soft laugh came from the other end of the line. Then he said, "That truly is wonderful. I also greatly admire Miss Liu's character and abilities. I could not welcome her willingness more. I'll have my assistant discuss the details with her afterward."

"I'm very glad Mr. Xu was able to make a decision so quickly. Then all Mr. Xu needs to do is wait patiently. Once the matter of terminating your contract with Star Universe Entertainment has been resolved, Mr. Xu is welcome to come to Jinbai Tower to sign at any time."

Cai Jinbai hung up and placed a check beside Liu Rong's name as well. The corners of his lips lifted slightly in a faint smile.

As Xu Yuqing's agent, Liu Rong had truly helped him greatly over the years. While she could not be said to have been utterly devoted, she had always pulled him along when he fell into difficult circumstances. There was some Windfall Wealth above her head, but she also possessed no shortage of golden Proper Wealth. She was a fairly decent person.

Cai Jinbai had long expected that Liu Rong would eventually leave Star Universe Entertainment as well. It was only a matter of sooner or later.