"If you think it's suitable, then what am I doing here?"
Wu Ming said sarcastically.
Zhao Tianfu chuckled and quickly bowed his head, saying, "I know everything I need to know. Is this enough?"
As he spoke, he took out a delicate little wooden box from his sleeve.
When the small wooden box was opened, a strong sandalwood fragrance wafted out.
Inside lay a ring that looked like it was carved entirely of jade.
A thin mist shrouded the ring.
This is formed from the vaporization of spiritual energy released outwards.
"Oh, a third-grade spirit ring? I can't accept that."
A Grade 3 spirit ring—only a high-level Grade 3 spirit artifact master could create such a thing.
In the Nine Provinces Continent, where martial arts reign supreme, spirit weapon masters are extremely rare, and any spirit weapon master is a treasure.
Not to mention high-level Rank 3 spirit artifact masters who can create spirit rings.
Spiritual energy is divided into five grades.
The equivalent of a third-rank martial artist is a saint-level martial artist.
It is truly rare.
Upon hearing Wu Ming's sarcastic remarks, Zhao Tianfu chuckled awkwardly and said, "This place is full of things; take a closer look."
Wu Ming then became somewhat interested.
Although the spirit ring, as a spatial storage artifact, is extremely rare, it is not too difficult for him, the young master of the divine realm, to obtain.
My spiritual sense probed inside.
After he came out, he smiled slightly and put the spirit ring on his hand.
"Three divine treasure-level cultivation techniques, one saint-level cultivation technique, and a saint-level spiritual artifact. Not bad, not bad at all. I didn't expect the Four Seas Pavilion to be so wealthy. Hahahaha... Then I'll gladly accept them."
"Well, what do you think about this..." Zhao Tianfu said with a smile.
"It depends on your sincerity."
“This isn’t enough sincerity…” Zhao Tianfu’s face stiffened.
This was all the wealth he could muster. If Wu Ming were to become greedy, then his Four Seas Pavilion would suffer heavy losses and might not be able to make a profit.
But now, with the die already cast, they have no choice but to keep going.
He hardened his heart and said, "What else do you want? Just tell me if you can do it."
“It’s not difficult at all.” Wu Ming chuckled, patted Zhao Tianfu on the shoulder, and said in an almost arrogant tone, “Tonight, I’ll be staying in a private room at the Yuelai Inn. If you’re sincere enough, this matter is basically settled. If you’re not sincere enough, then it’s hard to say.”
After saying that, Wu Ming strode out.
Zhao Tianfu stared blankly at Wu Ming's retreating figure.
He was not stupid; he naturally understood the meaning of this sincerity.
only……
His face grew paler and paler, his lips trembled, and he couldn't utter a single word for a long time.
He didn't know how much time had passed, but the food on the table had gotten a little cold. He picked up a piece of food with his chopsticks, but as soon as he put it in his mouth, it tasted like cardboard.
"Father, you were looking for me."
A slender woman pushed open the door and walked in.
His eyebrows bear a resemblance to Zhao Tianfu's.
Her fair face, stunningly beautiful features, skin as smooth as jade, delicate like a child's, flawless and translucent, and her sparkling eyes, alluring and seductive, along with her graceful and slender figure, were simply exquisite.
Such a beauty is truly a rare gem in this world.
The woman's name was Zhao Dong'er.
Upon hearing this, Zhao Tianfu waved his hand and forced a smile as he gestured for Zhao Dong'er to sit down. Zhao Dong'er gave a graceful bow and then sat upright in the chair, quiet and elegant.
She smiled faintly, her lips pursed, without showing her teeth.
"Father, I heard that you disciplined my brother, but what outrageous thing did he do to make you so angry?" Zhao Dong'er asked.
Her voice was as clear and melodious as a nightingale's.
Zhao Tianfu gave a wry smile. "I had no choice but to impose this family law on your brother. If you want to save him, you're the only one who can help."
"Rely on me?" Zhao Dong'er was somewhat surprised.
So Zhao Tianfu explained the whole story. Then, Zhao Dong'er's expression changed. Her usual reserved demeanor as a young lady from a respectable family made her try her best to hide her fear. "You mean you want me to go and accompany him..."
"Father, I am your own daughter!"
For an unmarried girl, this would undoubtedly be a life-ruining act.
She already had someone she admired. Although they hadn't met yet, her heart was already fluttering. She was just waiting to come of age so she could propose to her father. But now, things weren't going as she had expected.
She is only a few days away from her coming-of-age ceremony.
"well……"
Zhao Tianfu couldn't bear to look at Zhao Dong'er's face. He sighed, turned his head away from Zhao Dong'er, and said in a somewhat ethereal voice, "Dong'er, I've loved you for half my life. This time, I can't let you have your way."
"father……"
A single tear rolled down Zhao Dong'er's wide, shocked eyes.
...
Qingyun Peak
Zhou Mu got up early to prepare breakfast for Ye Mujiu.
When Ye Mujiu woke up, she saw that Zhou Mu had already placed breakfast by the bedside. She smiled and said, "Brother Mu, this is the first time I've seen you get up so early. It's not easy."
Zhou Mu chuckled and said, "Come and try my cooking."
Ye Mujiu thought it tasted excellent.
However, she always felt that something was missing.
But as for what was missing, I couldn't quite put my finger on it.
Just then, Lu Shan rushed in. Seeing the two of them, he hurriedly asked, "Has Ling'er's matter been settled?"
"Don't rush." Zhou Mu stood up and said calmly, "Haste makes waste. Your destiny hasn't arrived yet."
"Nonsense! I had my fortune told this morning, and it said I'll be getting married in a few months. Do you think there's anyone else besides Ling'er?"
Zhou Mu slowly shook his head.
A meaningful smile appeared on his face.
But he didn't say much.
At this moment, Lu Shan brought up a matter, "I heard that the Four Seas Pavilion has started contacting Wu Ming, apparently wanting to secure the position of the Divine Realm in the Desolate Heaven Domain. Do you think we need anything from them...?"
“No need.” Zhou Mu refused decisively.
After taking care of things here, he and Lu Shan went outside.
Standing at the gate, Zhou Mu stopped and looked at Lu Shan, asking, "Do you think Zhao Tianfu and his group can reach an agreement?"
Lu Shan shook his head. "I don't think it's a good idea. I heard that Zhao Tianfu acted like a grandson in front of Wu Ming and even wanted to send Zhao Dong'er to his bed. I know that kid has a weird fetish; he likes to torture people to death in bed, and he's the more ruthless he is towards the prettiest ones. If Zhao Dong'er goes there, she probably won't survive tonight."
"Zhao Tianfu didn't know?" Even Zhou Mu was somewhat surprised at this moment.
"Of course I know, how could I not know? But in order to pave the way for Zhao Jing and his precious son, and to gain the support of the Divine Realm and compete with the Sword God Palace for first place, he couldn't care less about her. It's just a pity for such a beauty." Lu Shan said with some regret.
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