Upon hearing that there was a problem at the auction, Lu Yuan's face instantly darkened.

"What's going on? You've been keeping an eye on things over there lately, what happened?"

After deciding to open an auction house, Lu Yuan swiftly purchased a bankrupt auction house and renovated it based on its existing decor.

These days, Mu Ruxing is rarely in the shop; she's been going to the auction house to oversee the work.

So, with the first auction scheduled to begin the day after tomorrow, are they now telling him there's a problem?

"A group of people came from who-knows-where and insisted that there were problems with our auction house's procedures, demanding all sorts of proof, otherwise they wouldn't let us open."

Mu Ruxing's expression was also not good.

The auction was a task specifically assigned to him by Lu Yuan, and now that things have gone wrong, it's practically a slap in the face for him.

"Do you know where they come from?" Lu Yuan asked.

"It's not clear yet, but I've already had people investigate, and I expect to have the results tomorrow." Mu Ruxing's tone was slightly somber. "Or maybe I should just beat them all up!"

“No.” Lu Yuan shook his head. “If we beat someone up, things will get much worse. Besides, this is Yandu. We are outnumbered and vulnerable, and we could easily be targeted.”

"What should we do then?!"

Mu Ruxing was furious.

He was furious when he thought about the arrogant faces of those people at the auction today.

If he weren't afraid of causing trouble for Lu Yuan, he would have already gone up there in a big fight!

"How about this, I'll go to the auction house with you tomorrow morning and see what's going on."

Lu Yuan turned to Zheng Meng and said, "You'll be in charge of the shop tomorrow. Call me if anything happens. Even if you don't sell anything, you should be careful not to get hurt. I don't want to see what happened today happen again."

Zheng Meng felt a warmth in her heart when she realized that Lu Yuan was still concerned about her injuries, and she playfully stuck out her tongue.

"Okay, store manager, don't worry!"

Lu Yuan nodded. "It's getting late. You can go home now. Just come on time tomorrow."

"OK!"

After Zheng Meng left, Lu Yuan closed the shop immediately.

"Master, do you think this might have been done by people in the capital?"

Seeing that there were no outsiders present, Mu Ruxing voiced her suspicions.

"It's hard to say, but I don't think so." Lu Yuan frowned slightly and shook his head.

When he first heard about it, his first reaction was that the Grand Elder was causing trouble, but now that he thinks about it carefully, that's probably not the case.

Lu Zeyu's phone is still with him, and he still communicates with the Grand Elder from time to time. He has also revealed some information that can be said, and so far, it should not have aroused the other party's suspicion.

Based on his understanding of the Grand Elder, he believed that the Grand Elder would not risk his life under such circumstances.

Mu Ruxing thought about it carefully and agreed, but her expression became even more puzzled.

"So what do you think is..."

Lu Yuan pondered for a moment, and a guess had already formed in his mind, but he still shook his head.

"It's not certain yet, we'll see tomorrow."

...

The next morning.

Lu Yuan handed the shop over to Zheng Meng and arrived at the auction house early with Mu Ruxing.

After looking around, he nodded in satisfaction.

The once dilapidated and desolate auction house has been renovated and transformed into a magnificent and grand space, which meets his expectations and requirements.

Suddenly thinking of the Zhu siblings, Lu Yuan instructed Mu Ruxing, "Leave a few seats; some friends might come to the auction tomorrow."

"Don't worry! I've already made all the arrangements; the entire first row will be empty," Mu Ruxing replied.

Lu Yuan nodded and continued to survey the auction house.

Just then.

A frenzied sound of smashing and looting erupted.

A group of thugs carrying iron bars walked in and began smashing the surrounding decorations. The burly man in the lead pointed his finger at Mu Ruxing.

"Who gave you permission to open this auction house? Didn't we tell you yesterday that your paperwork was inadequate and you needed to provide proof to operate?!"

Upon seeing that familiar face, Mu Ruxing was immediately filled with anger.

He was about to make a move, but Lu Yuan stopped him with lightning speed.

"Who are you people, and what gives you the right to say that the auction house's procedures are inadequate?"

The man glanced at Lu Yuan. "Hey! Where did this brat come from, daring to question me?"

Lu Yuan's expression remained unchanged. "I am the owner of this auction house. Your current behavior has seriously disrupted the order of the auction house. I can have the relevant departments arrest you all."

However.

The group burst into laughter, as if they had heard a hilarious joke.

Hahahaha!

"This kid is actually going to have us arrested! I'm so scared!"

"You brat, so you're the manager! Go ahead and complain if you dare. I want to see who's got the guts to arrest me!"

The burly man at the head of the group snorted coldly, completely disregarding Lu Yuan's threat.

Upon seeing this.

Lu Yuan raised an eyebrow.

He was certainly not that naive. These people must have connections to dare to make such a big fuss. Even if he reported it to the relevant departments, it would be of no use.

The reason for saying such things is to test the other party.

Now, he can vaguely guess who sent them to cause trouble.

Thinking of this, Lu Yuan's lips curled up slightly, and he said to Mu Ruxing, "Old Mu, go and close the doors of the auction house, and invite these gentlemen inside for a cup of tea."

"Young Master Lu?!"

"Go quickly!"

Ignoring Mu Ruxing's shocked expression, Lu Yuan gave the order in a deep voice.

Mu Ruxing could only grit her teeth in resentment and reluctantly close the auction house doors.

"Haha! I didn't realize this kid was so sensible. He did the right thing! If you serve us well, you'll avoid physical pain." The burly man at the head laughed loudly, and the others behind him joined in with arrogant laughter.

Lu Yuan curled the corners of his lips. "Then I should thank you?"

"Of course!" the burly man laughed. "Quickly prepare the best food and wine, and give us a little pocket money. Let's call this day, but the auction house is still not allowed to open!"

Hearing this, Mu Ruxing, who was standing next to her, was furious.

As a Heavenly Evolution-level Beast Tamer, he was always treated with respect wherever he went. When had he ever suffered a loss at the hands of a few thugs?!

I don't know what Lu Yuan was thinking. They've already come on so arrogantly, and he's still putting up with their attitude!

Just then.

Lu Yuan murmured something with a half-smile.

"No rush, let me give you a small gift first."

After saying that.

He gave Mu Ruxing a look.

"Has the Giant Python not come out to play in a long time? Let it come out and meet the guests."