novelraw Chapter 297: Did You Ask Me First?
Chapter 297: Did You Ask Me First?
"This is Miss Yu Yunqi from the Yu Family of Western Shu!"
The maid introduced Yu Yunqi.
"Hiss!"
"The Yu Family is here? The Yu Family is no less than the Duan Family!"
"My heavens!"
The gathering of two powerful families from Western Shu shocked everyone present.
"Young Master Duan, Miss Yu, please!"
A group of bigshots were eager to curry favor, trying to establish relationships with Duan Yucheng.
Whoever said a mighty dragon can’t suppress a local snake simply didn’t see a strong enough dragon.
Moreover, this time there were two dragons!
Ye Qingtian and his companion were fortunate to sit in the front row with Duan Yushang and the others.
"The Duan Family is definitely here for the South Sea Immortal Ganoderma. If they make a move, where would others get a chance?"
"That’s right, not to mention anything else. Just the financial strength of the Duan Family alone is unmatched by all of us combined. We can’t possibly compete with them."
"There’s no doubt the South Sea Immortal Ganoderma will end up in the Duan Family’s pocket."
...
Before the South Sea Immortal Ganoderma even appeared, everyone unanimously decided it belonged to the Duan Family.
"Please quiet down, gentlemen, the host is about to arrive."
The maid announced sweetly.
"Whoosh!"
At the same time, a screen before them was pulled down.
"What is happening here?"
Everyone was puzzled.
Zhou Zefang explained, "The host of this place has a peculiar trait, they don’t like showing their true face, so usually they are separated by screens."
"Well, the host of Wuliang Mountain does have a strange temperament. But that’s how high-ranking people usually are."
Duan Yucheng chuckled.
"Haha, that’s how high-ranking people are. But I’m quite curious about the true appearance of the Wuliang Mountain host."
"I’m very curious about his true appearance too!"
...
Everyone laughed, filled with curiosity.
"Have you ever met your friend?"
Ye Qingtian asked.
"No."
Zhou Zefang shook his head.
Soon, the scene quieted down.
Because there were shadows moving behind the screen...
"Thank you for waiting."
A voice rich in magnetism spoke from behind the screen.
"Mr. Chu, no need for formalities!"
Duan Yucheng smiled.
"Mr. Duan, it’s truly a great honor for you to travel all this way."
The owner of Wuliang Mountain spoke steadily, with even breath.
An aura of a master was subtly felt.
"Mr. Chu, you’re too kind."
Duan Yucheng had a flash of an unusual expression.
"What does he truly look like?"
Yu Yunqi smiled, "Just hearing this voice suggests he’s a handsome man, right?"
"Definitely, he must be a high-ranking person. He has an ethereal quality, untouched by earthly matters."
Duan Yushang nodded.
Everyone grew even more curious, even Duan Yucheng was extremely intrigued.
Zhou Zefang remained calm, probably already accustomed.
Ye Qingtian chuckled, just because others couldn’t see doesn’t mean he couldn’t.
Could mere screens really block his view?
...
As Ye Qingtian glanced around, the scene before him gradually changed.
The obstructing screen began to turn transparent, revealing the scene behind it to Ye Qingtian.
There were actually three people behind the screen.
Two rather attractive maids stood on either side, and in the center sitting was a stunning beauty.
The owner of Wuliang Mountain was not a man at all, but a woman.
Ye Qingtian smiled, perhaps Zhou Zefang never imagined his old friend would be a woman.
A breathtakingly beautiful face, flawless features.
Skin as smooth as creamy jade, extraordinarily delicate with an almost translucent quality.
Wearing a long white gown, she had a fairy-like elegance.
This woman was like an angel descended to earth, her cool and refined aura not of the mundane world.
Her appearance and aura were comparable to Shen Huamo and Nakajima Keiko.
Hmm?
These eyes.
Suddenly, Ye Qingtian noticed the woman’s eyes had problems.
The problem wasn’t small; she was blind.
"I know the reason. This problem may be difficult for others, but for me, it’s just a trivial matter."
Ye Qingtian smiled.
"Hmm? This woman has a high sense of awareness, she actually sensed something."
Ye Qingtian clearly noticed the woman slightly furrow her beautiful brows, evidently sensing something.
Of course, Ye Qingtian made no effort to hide, he directly examined her.
"It’s gotten interesting."
Knowing the truth, Ye Qingtian withdrew his gaze, appearing calm.
"Mr. Chu, let’s not beat around the bush. I’m here today for the South Sea Immortal Ganoderma. No matter the price, I must buy it."
Duan Yucheng said, somewhat impatiently.
"May I dare ask, Mr. Duan, why are you in such a rush?"
Chu Ciyi asked curiously.
"It’s just that my father is critically ill. I heard Mr. Chu has a five-hundred-year-old South Sea Immortal Ganoderma, so I rushed over from Western Shu."
Duan Yucheng looked anxious.
"I understand. But I must clarify, the South Sea Immortal Ganoderma is a thousand years old."
"What? A thousand-year South Sea Immortal Ganoderma?"
Hearing this, Duan Yucheng was overjoyed.
His face showed unprecedented elation.
"It’s actually a thousand-year South Sea Immortal Ganoderma!"
The room immediately burst into excitement.
Ye Qingtian and Zhou Zefang exchanged a smile.
"Yes, that’s correct. It’s a thousand-year South Sea Immortal Ganoderma. We spread the news about a five-hundred-year South Sea Immortal Ganoderma to avoid attracting too much attention. I want to keep the South Sea Immortal Ganoderma for the person who needs it most."
Chu Ciyi said.
"Mr. Chu is indeed a reclusive master, I’m impressed by such integrity!"
Duan Yucheng praised.
As Chu Ciyi spoke, it seemed that the thousand-year South Sea Immortal Ganoderma would be his.
"Since it’s for Elder Duan’s treatment, we won’t compete."
"Yes, please ask Mr. Chu to reserve the thousand-year South Sea Immortal Ganoderma for Mr. Duan!"
"Mr. Duan is the one who needs this thousand-year South Sea Immortal Ganoderma the most!"
...
Everyone in the room voiced their agreement, wishing for Chu Ciyi to give the South Sea Immortal Ganoderma to the Duan Family.
Duan Yucheng stood up excitedly, clenching his fist, "Thank you all for yielding. If you ever need anything from me, I’ll definitely help."
"Hahaha, Mr. Duan, you’re too kind."
Though everyone seemed indifferent on the surface.
But inside, they were bubbling with excitement.
After all, this was the promise of the Duan Family from Western Shu.
"Mr. Chu, what do you think?"
Duan Yucheng asked Chu Ciyi again.
Chu Ciyi said, "Since everyone agrees, the South Sea Immortal Ganoderma will be reserved for you, Mr. Duan!"
"Everyone agrees? Did you ask me?"
Suddenly, an unexpected voice rang out.
The voice echoed like thunder to everyone’s ears, catching them off guard.
Everyone immediately looked in one direction.
"Hmm? It’s this kid! Such audacity!"
Duan Yushang snorted coldly.
From the beginning to the end, everyone’s focus was on Zhou Zefang, completely overlooking Ye Qingtian.
Yet at this moment, Ye Qingtian spoke up with something different.
How could this not surprise people?
Behind the screen, Chu Ciyi furrowed her beautiful brows slightly, a trace of doubt crossing her stunning face.
"Who are you, kid? Do you have the right to speak here?"
Several hot-tempered bigshots shouted angrily.