Chapter 205: I Really Want to Beat This Pretender to Death!
Xiao Bai ignored the voice coming from the air. The five-colored thunder palm continued to strike down towards Leo and Lei Le without stopping.
Looking at the palm print getting closer and closer above his head, Leo's pupils shrank violently. His body was suppressed by an inexplicable pressure, leaving him able to only watch helplessly.
Suddenly, he heard a voice in the air. He was circulating the fighting spirit in his body, blessing it on the armor on his body. His eyes showed ecstasy, and he hurriedly shouted: "Grand Elder, save me!"
As soon as the voice fell, the huge palm print, with a hissing electric light, was already approaching his head. The strong pressure from it made him feel despair, and his face turned pale.
"Bang!"
A huge sound resounded throughout the hall, and smoke and dust rose up, blocking everyone's sight.
In the blink of an eye, a visible ripple of energy rapidly spread out from the smoke and dust in all directions.
Everyone in the hall watched the rapidly surging energy ripples, sensing the power emanating from them. Their faces changed drastically, and they turned and ran.
The crowd instantly scattered, hiding in the corners of the hall, seeking shelter.
The powerful figure's every move revealed energy waves that not everyone could withstand.
After a commotion, punctuated by the shattering of crystal display cases in the hall, those behind cover cautiously looked up toward the center of the hall.
"Is that the Great Elder of the Mittel Family?" a hesitant whisper echoed through the crowd.
Everyone's gaze focused on the center of the hall, where the smoke gradually dissipated, revealing an elderly man in elegant attire, his eyes narrowed, standing before Leo and the others.
"Ahem. Sir, isn't it a bit too unscrupulous to attack my family members directly at the Mitre Auction House?"
The old man with narrowed eyes had a solemn expression on his face. His hands behind his back trembled slightly. Looking at the black-robed young man opposite him, a trace of fear flashed in his eyes.
"You want to protect him?"
Sitting on the chair, Xiao Bai leaned his elbow on the armrest, supported his chin with one hand, raised his eyelids slightly, glanced at the person who came, and said casually: "Just relying on your six-star Dou Wang cultivation, it's a bit disappointing!"
"It's true that my cultivation is not as good as yours, but my Mitel family is not without strong people. If you think that you can do whatever you want with the cultivation of the peak Dou Wang..."
The old man paused in his calm tone, and then said in a deep voice: "Then I'm sorry, you may not be able to walk out of here today!"
On the side, Ya Fei had no time to be surprised by the fact that Xiao Bai was a peak Dou Wang. When she heard the old man's words, her face changed. The two bare hands on her lower abdomen trembled. She gritted her teeth and stood in front of Xiao Bai, trembling her voice: "Grand Elder, he..."
Looking at the woman blocking his way, Xiao Bai was speechless. He pulled her back and looked at the pair of puzzled and anxious beautiful eyes, and smiled: "Want to plead for me?"
Then he saw those peach blossom eyes glaring at him, as if to say, "You still know this!"
Xiao Bai smiled, shook his head, and said, "No need! Because..."
As he spoke, he turned to look at Leo, who wore a smug smile. His body trembled slightly, leaving only a faint afterimage.
"You dare!"
"Get out!"
Two loud shouts rang out, one after the other, and everyone saw a dark figure appear beside Leo as if teleporting.
The old man in elegant clothes, teeth bared, moved sideways to block him.
But the young man in black robes seemed to strike the old man in the chest with a light palm, casually.
"Puff!"
The old man in the elegant clothes spurted out a mouthful of blood, and his body flew backwards like a tattered sack.
Xiao Bai paid no attention to the flying figure, but looked down at Leo. The smug smile on his old face was gradually fading, and a look of fear was on his face.
Not wanting to waste time, Xiao Bai raised his hand, his fingertips shimmering with light, and pointed two fingers casually.
Two soft noises echoed, and Leo's face lit up with disbelief. He then collapsed to the ground, side by side with his grandson.
A faint black mark, like a lightning strike, etched itself on each of their foreheads.
Xiao Bai observed the scene coldly, then turned and walked towards Ya Fei. Seeing her stunned expression, he said calmly, "Because... they don't deserve it!"
Startled back to her senses by the voice, Ya Fei paused for a moment before realizing he had just finished his previous sentence.
Looking at Xiao Bai before her, Ya Fei pursed her red lips, shook her head with a wry smile, and muttered, "Yes! They don't deserve it!"
Would a passerby, easily crushed to death by a few threats from an ant on the side of the road, startle them to death?
No!
He even felt that his previous exchange with the Great Elder had been a boring joke!
It was like seeing an ant baring its claws at someone, finding it intriguing, so he stopped to observe. That was all!
"Did I just... look like a joke?"
Thinking of her own presumptuous actions, Ya Fei twisted her slender fingers on her jade hands. She glanced at Xiao Bai, her eyes slightly lowered, a hint of embarrassment.
Seeing Ya Fei like this, Xiao Bai was slightly stunned. As his mind raced, he had already guessed most of what she was thinking.
"A sincere heart is the most precious thing in the world. It will never be a joke, nor should it be!"
Xiao Bai extended his hand, hesitated for a moment, then withdrew it, saying slowly, "Ya Fei, never underestimate others, and never underestimate yourself!"
Watching the hand that had been extended and then withdrawn, Ya Fei bit her red lip, a hint of sadness flashing in her watery peach blossom eyes.
Xiao Bai sighed inwardly, pretending not to notice, and sat down in a nearby chair. He felt a sudden, inexplicable irritation.
"It's so cold!"
"Yeah! Why is it so cold all of a sudden!"
Just as the silence fell, a whisper echoed from the corner.
"Look! Is this snow? Why is it suddenly snowing in this hall?"
"Shh! Stop talking nonsense! Let's go quickly, we might lose this place soon!"
The sad Ya Fei felt the chill and her face changed. She suddenly turned around to look at Xiao Bai. She was so shocked that she forgot to inform him.
"Xiao Bai, this is..."
"Don't worry! I know what it is."
Xiao Bai reached out to catch a snowflake, feeling its icy coolness. He waved to soothe the anxious Ya Fei, speaking calmly.
Stirred by the chill, the previously unconscious old man in ornate attire beside him slowly opened his eyes. After a moment of confusion, his expression changed drastically.
But then, sensing the familiar chill around him, a look of surprise crossed his face.
"Who is it? How dare you be so presumptuous in my Mitel Family!"
A cold shout, echoing with the chill, echoed through the hall.
Xiao Bai raised his head, looking in a certain direction, and chuckled softly, "Old man, it's been two years since we last met. Your cultivation hasn't improved much!"
"Bullshit! I'm clearly much stronger than I was two years ago! Huh? No, that voice sounds familiar. Two years? You're Xiao Bai!"
The old voice was filled with anger, then surprise, and finally joy.
Sensing the approaching presence, Xiao Bai shook his head and said with a smile, "Come over and chat!"
"Haha. I'm here!"
With that, the chill around them rapidly receded, and in the blink of an eye, the snowflakes drifting throughout the hall vanished without a trace.
"Ha, quite a show!"
Watching this scene, Xiao Bai was speechless.
"Xiao Bai, do you know the Grand Elder of the family?"
Ya Fei covered her lips, her eyes wide open, her expression filled with shock. She had never expected this.
She now felt as if the man before her was shrouded in a haze of mystery, the occasional glimpse of him being astonishing.
The elegantly dressed elder in the distance pricked up his ears. The conversation between the black-robed youth and the Grand Elder was like the conversation of an old friend who hadn't seen each other in years.
The thought brought him to tears. "You know Hai Lao, why didn't you tell me earlier?"
"That old fellow lived in Wutan City for a while two years ago, you just didn't know!"
Xiao Bai looked at the enchanting figure beside him, surprise filling her pretty face. She smiled gently and said, "Haha, Xiao Bai, you're finally here! I was counting the days the other day, thinking it was time for you to come back!"
A loud laugh echoed outside the hall door, followed by the sight of an old man with white hair and beard, striding in with the swift gait of a dragon.
"Haha, Hai Lao, long time no see! You look even more impressive than ever!"
Xiao Bai greeted, rising from his chair.
"Tsk tsk. You've changed so much! If we were to walk down the street, I wouldn't even recognize you!"
Hai Bodong walked up to Xiao Bai, looked him up and down for a moment, and couldn't help but marvel at him.
"My skills have improved a bit, so there have been some changes, but not as exaggerated as you say. Ya Fei recognized me just now!"
Xiao Bai shook his head and smiled, pointing at Ya Fei who had been standing behind him.
Behind him, Ya Fei was stunned, her eyes moving slightly, and a hint of inexplicable emotion flashed across her. How could she not know that this was Xiao Bai giving her a chance, a chance to not be bullied by anyone in the family in the future.
In the past, she would have been ecstatic about this opportunity, but now, she wasn't so happy.
"Ya Fei, greetings to the Grand Elder!"
Seeing Hai Bodong's gaze, Ya Fei bowed.
"No need to be so polite! I remember you, the girl who returned from Wutan City not long ago!"
Hai Bodong smiled and nodded. His eyes, ever the wisest of his age, lingered playfully between the two of them. He winked at Xiao Bai and teased, "I told you back then that the girls in my Mitel family were good. You were a bit of a prude back then, but now you've been exposed, haven't you?"
"Hehe. What do you think? Do you want to take advantage of your return and let me help you with your business?"
He spoke with anticipation, a hint of excitement on his old face.
If it could help this mysterious man further his relationship with the Mitel family, a few women wouldn't matter; even if he wanted more, Hai Bodong could find them for him.
Xiao Bai glanced at Ya Fei subtly, only to see a blush spread across her delicate cheeks at Hai Bodong's teasing.
His expression remained unchanged, and he gave a noncommittal smile. He looked at the impatient old man and whispered, "In a few days, the one from the desert will be here. If you dare tell her about this in front of her, I'll agree to your request!"
"Damn it!"
Hai Bodong's face changed drastically, a hint of fear etched across his face. He instantly abandoned his thoughts and hurriedly shook his head, saying, "Forget it, forget it. An old man won't meddle in matters involving you young people!"
He subconsciously patted his chest to soothe his rapidly beating heart.
Damn it! He'd been so lost just now that he'd forgotten all about this!
Thinking of that woman's notoriety, and considering the scene they'd seen hugging and parting in the Serpent Clan's capital two years ago, if he'd dared to tell her about this, she'd probably crush him to dust!
Haha, old man, you're still plotting against me?
Xiao Bai sneered inwardly. That old man hadn't had good intentions just now; he'd almost been caught in a dilemma.
She couldn't agree, nor could she refuse outright, or else Ya Fei would be humiliated!
A moment later, Hai Bodong turned around, taking in the scene in the hall. His eyes sharpened, and he whispered, "Tell me! How did these worthless losers offend you?"
He knew Xiao Bai's temperament well. He wouldn't pay any attention to these worthless people unless they truly crossed his line.
"Ya Fei, come and tell your Grand Elder!" Xiao Bai shook his head, watching Hai Bodong's rage rise.
Whether or not there was any hint of displeasure in his anger, he didn't care.
He had already held back. If it weren't for Ya Fei and Hai Bodong, the Mitel family would have been seriously injured today, perhaps even worse.
"Okay!"
Ya Fei nodded gently, her charming voice recounting the entire incident in detail.
"Hehe." Hai Bodong grew angrier as he listened. He looked at the two men lying on the ground, wishing he could revive them and slaughter them all over again!
"Fujiyama!"
An angry shout made the old man in gorgeous clothes with blood on the corner of his mouth turn pale. He quickly stood up and responded: "I'm here, Hai Lao!"
"I handed my family over to you, and this is how you manage it for me?"
Hai Bodong's whole body was full of momentum, and the aura of Dou Huang spread out, oppressing everyone in the field to tremble.
"Ei-san!"
Fujiyama's breath hitched, and he felt as if a mountain was carrying him. The aura was directed at him. He struggled to explain, "I didn't know this was the case. I asked this former... uh, your friend to sit down and discuss things. The family would give him a satisfactory explanation, but..."
"Sit down and discuss?" Hai Bodong was instantly amused. He shouted, "What qualifications do you have to ask someone to sit down and discuss things with you?"
"A fighter molested your wife and wants to discuss it with you, a Fighting King. Would you sit down and discuss it with him?"
"I think you're out of your mind! What explanation can you give?"
Hai Bodong spitted heavily. Suddenly, he turned to look at Xiao Bai and asked with a smile, "Xiao Bai, how about I give you half of the Mitel Auction House?"
Everyone in the room was startled at this, looking at the black-robed young man with disbelief and envy.
This was the Mitel Auction House!
It had branches in every city in the Jia Ma Empire, and they were all the richest and most luxurious businesses in the area.
Anyone in the Gama Empire knew the wealthiest place wasn't the national treasury, but the Mitel Auction House. The amount of money flowing through it daily was simply immeasurable.
But they hadn't expected him to give away half so casually. It took so much courage.
Everyone stared intently at the black-robed young man. If he only spoke a single word, he would instantly become the richest man in the Gama Empire.
Seeing his unhurried demeanor, everyone wanted to step forward, possess him, and agree on his behalf.
"Haha. Old man, you've been calculating a bit too much today!"
Xiao Bai ignored the glances directed at him. He looked at Hai Bodong, his eyes narrowed slightly, and said calmly, "I don't mind this little bit!"
"..." Everyone in the hall exclaimed.
They really wanted to beat this pretentious bastard to death!
This little bit?
Half of what Mitel Auction House sells. Just a few points to describe it. How rich are you?
"Teacher, is Brother Bai this rich?"
Xiao Yan muttered. At this moment, he seemed to see a circle of golden light emanating from Xiao Bai, so bright that it was blinding.
"Xiao Yanzi, you have to understand that gold coins alone aren't very appealing to your brother Bai!"
"And you think this Mitel Auction House is huge now, but once you leave the Jia Ma Empire, you'll realize it's too small!"
"High-level martial arts and fighting techniques are rare, high-level elixirs are scarce, and rare and precious treasures are even rarer. There's nothing tempting, so why bother getting involved?"
"If it really comes to gold coins, with his alchemy skills, he'd be better off making a few more elixirs and earning more!"
Yao Lao's words made Xiao Yan suddenly realize that it wasn't that Brother Bai was so rich that he didn't care, but that he truly despised it.
"Look, I gave the Mitel family's most valuable possession away, and they didn't want it, and you're still giving them an explanation?"
Hai Bodong ignored Xiao Bai's tone, turned around, and changed the subject, angrily scolding the old man in the ornate clothes.
Xiao Bai was speechless. Now he realized that this old fox was worthy of being the helmsman of a wealthy business family.
This angry rebuke seemed to be directed at Miteer, but the actual effect was on him.
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