Zheng Xiu and Cheng Xiao remained motionless.
The other eight people exchanged a look. Without a word, they all stepped forward to examine the scroll of the *Plum Blossoms in the Snow*.
"There's no need to rush, everyone. Since I have given my word, I will certainly keep it and allow all of you to view this painting together."
Dugu Xiang clapped twice. Two disciples from the Dugu Family carried over a long wooden table, and Dugu Xiang unrolled the *Plum Blossoms in the Snow* across it.
"A fine painting!"
Yue Chongyang calmly stroked his beard and chuckled softly. With his other hand, he ran his fingertips over the scroll, feeling its texture.
Zhang Da'er's eyes were as round as bronze bells, not wanting to miss a single detail.
The others reacted in much the same way.
It wasn't as if they were actually here to admire a painting.
Their true intentions lay elsewhere.
