B2 - Chapter 53

B2 - Chapter 53

So, Yang, Wei Ming smiled, which somehow looked mocking. You didnt thank me for letting you have those bracelets.

I didnt fight for that egg you wanted, Lan Yang shrugged. Were even.

That egg turned out to be trash, Wei Ming sneered at the mention of it. I wish you had so I could have dumped it off to you. And dont think I forgot how you made one of my retainers pay more than he should have for that Soul Tempering Pill.

We never had any agreement for anything other than the headlining items, Lan Yang pointed out. Besides, I wanted to gift that pill to an elder.

Did you? I doubt

William tuned out Wei Mings voice and looked to escape the constant snipes. The best way to do that was to complete the goal he came here for.

He approached Wang Xiaoling. It didnt escape him that she somehow knew an imperial prince from the main branch of the ruling family. However, he had to assume that they were aquatinted recently.

If she had known the prince for longer, there would likely be no need to use the Jade Healing Sect to get a foothold in Qingyun City.

Sister Xiaoling, William interrupted, we were about to leave. Will this take long?

Come to think of it, why was she alone with the prince in the first place? There should be a staffer close byOh. He hadnt noticed the old man in green sect robes mixed in with the many guards lining the wall.

At the very least, the old man also seemed to be in the Nascent Soul realm. It was still strange to see so many cultivators at that level. It made the nascent soul realm seem insignificant, which it obviously wasnt.

Still, that was barely of any comfort. Elder Yu might have given Wang Xiaoling a concealment token to hide what she was, but who knew how effective that was with so many high-level cultivators around.

Whats the hurry? Rong Jun asked with a smile. The auctions over, and Merchant Wang and I are having a good discussion. Also, Im insulted that you seem to be in a rush to get away, Junior Wei.

Im sure he didnt mean anything by it, Wang Xiaoling interjected before William had a chance to answer. Little Liang has tunnel vision, and he sometimes forgets himself.

Ah, I was joking, Rong Yun laughed. But I really would like to speak more with you, Merchant Wang. Partnering with your merchant house will be mutually beneficial.

William was ecstatic that Wang Xiaoling seemed to defend him. Being addressed as Little Liang could be just for show, but surely she wouldnt try to ward off potential trouble if she had doubts about him.

Im not in a habit to decline such deals, but I have to ask, why my Rising Merchant House? We are new, and surely someone like you will be able to find better, Wang Xiaoling questioned.

Better, as in more established? I have no doubt about that, but as I mentioned, you caught my attention with the number of rare items you brought to the auction. That ability is the key to establishing yourself in the capital. You need backing, of course, but that can only take you so far.

What? William narrowed his eyes when he saw the guard approach with a chest in his hands.

You know, a greeting gift, Wei Ming rolled his eyes. Something about wishing youAlright, I dont care enough to pretend. Brother Jun saw you look and told me to give it to you. My part is done. Lets go!

Though this was much less rushed, Wei Ming and his guards copied Rong Juns exit. Wei Mings stride almost looked annoyed somehow.

The lone representative of the auction house waited until the outsiders were gone before giving them a brisk nod and doing the same.

William was left frowning at the chest the guard had placed on the floor.

I never saw something like that before, Lan Yang chuckled. An ambush, but one for giving a gift. The prince must have wanted to leave no chance for you to refuse.

Wait a minute, you refused a gift? Wang Xiaoling asked incredulously. Why?

And she was back to normal. Good. He was getting shivers with the sugary voice she was speaking in.

Hes an imperial prince. From the main branch. William said that as if it explained everything, and it really did.

So? Brat, you have imperial princes giving you gifts, and they have to resort to pulling away before you can refuse? How rich do you think you are?

Lets not fault Junior Wei for doing the correct thing. Gifts between cultivators have far too many implications. Mortals like you are exempt from this price, so you wouldnt know.

William winced at the not-so-hidden insult and spoke up before Wang Xiaoling started an argument. I have a feeling I know whats in here.

Obviously, Lan Yang said dryly. Im not sure if I should envy you, Junior. The final bid on it was over ten thousand Spirit Stones.

What?! Wang Xiaoling exclaimed. That pretty boy gave you the egg?! Oi, brat, give it to me. I can sell it for you and get a fortune.

Honestly, that wasnt a bad idea. Owning the egg would be a gamble, and getting that many Spirit Stones would let him buy other necessities that would be of sure help.

Unfortunately, it wasn't an option, even if he wished to do that.

Do you think its wise to sell off a gift an Imperial Prince gave me? William asked rhetorically.

The silence he got in return told him she knew it wasnt. He knelt on the floor and unlatched the chest to make sure the egg they were talking about was in there.

There were no surprises. The egg was sitting securely in the middle of a plush interior.