Third floor of the Mittel Auction House. * Knock
knock* Two knocks came softly, just loud enough for the person inside to hear without making any noise—a perfectly controlled knock. Liu Yun opened the door, and there stood Ya Fei's captivating face. "Sister Ya Fei," Liu Yun called out. Ya Fei naturally noticed the change in Liu Yun's address, from "Cousin Ya Fei" and "Sister Ya Fei" to "Sister Ya Fei." The address seemed similar, but it felt much closer. "Aren't you going to invite your cousin in?" Ya Fei smiled gently. "Please, Sister Ya Fei," Liu Yun quickly stepped aside, inviting Ya Fei into the room. The two sat down, and Ya Fei naturally picked up the teapot on the table, poured a bowl of tea, and handed it to Liu Yun, saying, "Cousin Liu Yun, I'll get straight to the point. How do you plan to take over the auction house?" "Take over?" Liu Yun asked, puzzled. "Yes, take over. After all, I've been running this auction house for several years, and now that you're the head, adjustments are bound to be made," Ya Fei said. "Sister Ya Fei, there's no need for that. I'm not good at business. From now on, you'll be in full charge of the Mittel Auction House in Wutan City. You don't need to consider my attitude or the headquarters' attitude," Liu Yun said. "How can that be?" Ya Fei exclaimed. "Why can't it be? Don't worry, Sister Ya Fei. Those elders won't send anyone over again. From now on, you can make your mark in Wutan City. I'll take responsibility if anything happens. I know your troubles, Sister Ya Fei. Those elders have been pressuring you to marry Mu Zhan, but as long as I'm in Wutan City, you won't need to go back. No one can take you away," Liu Yun said domineeringly. Ya Fei was shocked. She had only come to test Liu Yun's attitude. In her opinion, Liu Yun would definitely be interested in the auction house; after all, what young person doesn't like wealth? She had even planned to hand over all her business and settle down as an auctioneer. Unexpectedly, Liu Yun not only delegated authority to her but also declared he would shield her from the family's pressure to marry. Although Ya Fei didn't quite believe Liu Yun could do it—as a family driven by profit, the Mittel family was destined not to be a one-man show— she was deeply moved. After all, no one had ever spoken up for her since childhood. "Cousin Liu Yun, I appreciate your kindness, but please don't get involved in this matter. The elders won't give up, and neither will the Mu family," Ya Fei said. "Sister Yafei, do you think I'm just joking? In my opinion, this ridiculous marriage shouldn't exist. Those elders speak so grandly, claiming it's for the family's benefit, but in reality, they're only after their own selfish interests. This behavior is shameful. No one has the right to manipulate another's fate. Just give me three years, and I will definitely become a Dou Wang. At that time, I will tear those selfish elders down one by one. As for the Mu family, once I become a Dou Wang, even if Mu Zhan or Mu Chen came, it would be useless." At this moment, Liu Yun was very domineering, exuding unprecedented confidence as he spoke. Coupled with his handsome face that even women envied, he appeared exceptionally charming, even the usually composed Yafei couldn't help but feel a chill run down her spine. "Ding, congratulations, host. Yafei is moved by your declaration and attracted by your aura. The current relationship has risen from 'one encounter' to 'overwhelming favor'." Overwhelming favor: The return from the bound object is increased tenfold. Liu Yun was overjoyed inside, but on the surface, he remained calm. "Cousin Liuyun, thank you anyway, but remember, too much strength leads to weakness. Before you have enough power, you must protect yourself," Yafei said seriously. Yafei was both moved and shocked. Liuyun dared to say he could become a Dou Wang within three years, so there must be a reason. Liuyun was only fourteen years old now, and in three years he would be seventeen. A seventeen-year-old Dou Wang—what kind of monster could achieve that?! "Yes, I will remember it well, Sister Yafei," Liuyun promised. "Alright , you stay here for now. I'm going to take care of the auction house. I promise to give you a completely new auction house," Yafei said. At this moment, she saw hope, a hope to break free from the shackles of fate. A seventeen-year-old Dou Wang was different from Clan Chief Mittel Tengshan. Tengshan had long lost hope of advancement, while Liuyun's potential would definitely shut up the elders of the clan. After speaking, Yafei stretched, a rare occurrence for her. Her previous gloom instantly disappeared, and she walked out of the house as if she had been fully revived. At the same time, Liuyun brought up Yafei's personal panel. Name: Mittel Yafei Realm: Ninth Stage Dou Qi Aptitude: 25 (Ordinary level on the Dou Qi Continent.) Charm: 90 (Possesses beauty and allure, a brilliant mind, and a devilish figure; the object of countless men's fantasies.) Comprehension: 25 (Ordinary level on the Dou Qi Continent.) Binding Method: Tenfold Auction Return (The return ratio depends on the relationship between the host and the bound object; the current relationship is "Overwhelming Affection.") Tenfold return—what a concept! It's enormous wealth! With these resources, Liu Yun felt that breaking through to Dou Wang in three years was a bit conservative; perhaps he'd even be aiming for Dou Huang in three years. Next, he'd wait for the auction in ten days to see the effect of this tenfold return. After the auction, he'd consider entering the Magical Beast Mountain Range to hunt ten peak-level first-tier magical beasts. This chapter is not finished yet, please click the next page to continue reading the exciting content!
Although first-tier magical beasts are the weakest tier of magical beasts on the Dou Qi Continent, they correspond to human Dou Zhe (Battle Masters).
Moreover, magical beasts of the same tier are stronger than humans, meaning he has to directly kill ten enemies at the nine-star Dou Zhe level.
What a devilish mission!
He's only at the tenth level of Dou Qi, just one step away from becoming a Dou Zhe, but there's a fundamental difference between a Dou Zhe and the tenth level of Dou Qi.
In the original story, when Xiao Yan entered the Magical Beast Mountain Range, he was a one-star Dou Zhe, and even that overpowered Xiao Yan was cautious around first-tier magical beasts, let alone someone like him who's still a whole major realm away.
Stepping out of the room, Liu Yun immediately saw the Grand Dou Master who had accompanied him to Wutan City: He Qingfeng.
"Elder He!" Liu Yun greeted him.
"Young Master!" He Qingfeng bowed respectfully.
"Elder He, there's no need for that. If nothing unexpected happens, we'll be spending a long time together; there's no need for these roundabout methods," Liu Yun said helplessly.
"Alright!" He Qingfeng thought for a moment and nodded in agreement.
"Elder He, there's not much to do these days. If you have time, take a stroll through the Monster Beast Mountain Range and find ten peak-tier first-order monsters. Note their locations. After the auction in ten days, I'll head to the Monster Beast Mountain Range to practice combat with these ten monsters," Liu Yun instructed.
"Okay!" He Qingfeng readily agreed.
Although the Monster Beast Mountain Range had many powerful monsters, the first-order monsters were mostly on the outer perimeter. As a nine-star Great Dou Master, he was invincible there, and protecting Liu Yun from injury was certainly within his capabilities.
"Elder He, please be careful," Liu Yun cautioned before heading outside.
Today, he was going to the Xiao family to meet Xiao Yan.