Upon seeing Zhouyan blocking the way, especially the old man in a black robe with a deep aura behind him, Elder Qian slightly frowned, a trace of wariness flashing in his eyes. Stepping forward inconspicuously, he stood next to Luo Feng and Yang Wanyi. Although he didn’t believe the two would dare to make a move here, it was best to be cautious.

Yang Wanyi looked at Zhouyan with a cool gaze and said expressionlessly, "Zhouyan, what do you want?"

Zhouyan’s gaze swept over Yang Wanyi’s stunning face. A flush of unusual red surged on his slightly pale face as he took a deep breath and said, "Don’t worry, I’m not here to cause you trouble. I just want to discuss a transaction."

"Oh?"

Yang Wanyi raised her eyebrows slightly and asked, "What kind of transaction? Speak plainly."

Zhouyan shifted his gaze to Luo Feng. Upon seeing the Washing Dragon Ring on Luo Feng’s right hand, his eyelids twitched slightly, and he squinted his eyes a bit as he said to Luo Feng:

"It’s no big deal. The Washing Dragon Ring and the Five Elements Pills are very useful to me, and I hope you can sell them to me."

So it’s about the Washing Dragon Ring and the Five Elements Pills.

Luo Feng glanced at Zhouyan, feeling puzzled. If these two treasures are so important to Zhouyan, why did he put them up for appraisal?

The thought flashed through his mind, and Luo Feng touched the Washing Dragon Ring on his hand, smiling:

"I spent a total of two million three hundred and seventy-two thousand second-grade Yuan Stones to bid on the Washing Dragon Ring and the Five Elements Pills. How many Yuan Stones are you planning to use to buy them back?"

Zhouyan’s face darkened slightly, but he forced a smile and said, "In the martial arts world, having one more friend means one more path. I’ll offer two million four hundred thousand second-grade Yuan Stones to purchase the two treasures, and the extra thirty thousand is my gift to Brother Luo."

"Two million four hundred thousand second-grade Yuan Stones?"

Luo Feng raised an eyebrow, his smile not reaching his eyes. He hadn’t expected Zhouyan to think he could buy back the Washing Dragon Ring and the Five Elements Pills at such a bargain, it was utterly unrealistic.

Standing next to Luo Feng, Yang Wanyi’s plump red lips also curled into a slight smile, shaking her head silently.

Zhouyan, seeing that Luo Feng hadn’t refused, thought there was hope to buy back the Washing Dragon Ring and the Five Elements Pills. He immediately said,

"However, I don’t have that many Yuan Stones on hand right now. I’ll pay you one million first, and the remaining one million four hundred thousand will be paid once my funds are available. As the Family Head of the Heavenly Position Commerce Alliance, you can trust in my credibility."

Luo Feng snorted inwardly, thinking that only a fool would believe such words, and shook his head:

"Family Head Zhouyan, I think you’ve misunderstood. I have not agreed to sell the Five Elements Pills and the Washing Dragon Ring to you. Even if you offer a higher price, I won’t sell these two treasures."

He’s very satisfied with the Washing Dragon Ring. Besides, the Five Elements Pills had already been given to Yang Wanyi, and it’s unreasonable to take back something once given.

The old man in the black robe behind Zhouyan cast a cold, eerie gaze at Luo Feng, saying in a sinister tone:

"As the saying goes, conceding a step broadens the horizon. Young man, our Family Head is already very accommodating to you."

Luo Feng glanced at the black-robed elder, sneering inwardly. It seemed the other party still thought nobody noticed the stealthy attack on Yang Wanyi the previous night. If it weren’t for Elder Qian’s timely arrival, he and Yang Wanyi might not be standing here today. This grudge, he kept in his heart.

"I’ve made myself very clear, and I have no reason to give you any face."

Luo Feng’s words were apathetic. The black-robed elder was a mid-stage Four Spirit Rotations martial artist, which was indeed pressuring, but killing him would not be easy. Moreover, Elder Qian was present.

At this moment, Elder Qian stepped sideways two paces, blocking in front of Luo Feng, and said calmly:

"Our young master has made himself clear. Stop blocking the way, please leave."

The face of the black-robed elder stiffened slightly. His eyes, hidden under the black hood, emitted a chilling, venomous air like a poisonous snake. "Very well!"

Zhouyan’s face turned extremely unpleasant, his icy gaze fixed on Luo Feng as he said in a deep voice: "Since you won’t even give me this bit of face, I won’t force it. The world is unpredictable, and I hope you remain this formidable forever."

With that, Zhouyan turned and walked towards the outside of the square, "Elder Qi, let’s go!"

The eyes of the black-robed elder shot a cold gaze at Luo Feng before following Zhouyan away.

Walking among the crowd, the black-robed elder silently followed behind the iron-faced Zhouyan.

Entering a street, Zhouyan suddenly slowed his steps and asked, "Elder Qi, if Elder Qian is present, how sure are you about killing Luo Feng and Yang Wanyi?"

"Family Head, do you mean...?" The black-robed elder’s eyes flickered slightly.

Zhouyan let out a cold snort, the killing intent in his eyes apparent, grinning sinisterly, "Naturally, to kill them. I’ve thought it through; if the treasures can’t be retrieved, angering the Crown Prince might spell disaster for our Heavenly Position Business Line. Rather than that, it’s better to uproot them entirely!"

The black-robed elder frowned slightly, pondering, "The other night, I left hastily to avoid exposing my identity. If fully prepared, I have a ninety percent chance of slaughtering Elder Qian and Luo Feng. But killing them is easy, how do we handle Yang Dingtian?"

Zhouyan’s face froze slightly, then after a brief contemplation, he waved dismissively, saying disdainfully:

"No need to fear that ruffian. The Crown Prince holds a grudge against Luo Feng and Yang Dingtian, due to the confrontation between Luo Feng and Yi Tian, which has caused him to be reprimanded and lose the Qingyun Mansion as an ally. As long as we kill Luo Feng and present his head to the Crown Prince, then ask the Crown Prince to find experts to deal with Yang Dingtian, the Crown Prince will certainly not sit idly by."

Zhouyan, though lustful and self-conceited, is not a fool. After thinking about the causes and consequences, he has made up his mind.

Upon hearing this, the black-robed elder slightly nodded, "This is feasible, but acting within the Big Market City is too conspicuous. And the Business Alliance Hall Master, Elder Qiao, is on friendly terms with Yang Dingtian. If he catches wind of this, he won’t stand idly by. We must wait for them to leave the Big Market City before making a move."

"There’s less than ten days left until the Twelve Golden Palace’s Hunt Tournament ends. By that time, Luo Feng and Yang Wanyi will definitely leave the Big Market City."

Zhouyan nodded, a cold glint flashing in his eyes, and said to the black-robed elder, "Elder Qi Yuan, when you return, assemble the manpower and seal off the exit routes of Big Market City."

"Alright."

"Send more people. I do not wish for any mishaps in this matter."

A cold glint briefly flickered in Zhouyan’s eyes, and he curled his lips into a chilling smile, muttering to himself, "Luo Feng, Yang Wanyi, I’ll send you both on your way, allowing you to be a pair of fugitive lovebirds. Isn’t that charitable enough..."

As the black-robed elder and Zhouyan left, Yang Wanyi slightly furrowed her Daimei, a contemplative look appearing in her beautiful eyes. After a moment, she turned to Luo Feng and said:

"Zhouyan harbors murderous intent towards you. Do not leave Big Market City for the time being."

Elder Qian also nodded, "Yes, I know Zhouyan well—he won’t give up easily. He might have other plans." 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝓮𝒘𝙚𝙗𝒏𝙤𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝒐𝙢

"Hmm, then I’ll impose for a few more days."

Luo Feng nodded and smiled.

He had originally planned to stay in Big Market City for a while.

The previous night, the black-robed elder had ambushed Yang Wanyi. Due to his lack of strength, he nearly let them succeed. Now, he was only one step away from reaching the peak of the Spiritual Rotation Realm. Once his realm breaks through, he should be able to surpass his opponent, and he can’t leave without avenging this grievance.

"Haha, you defeated Qian Shaofeng and helped our Dayang Commerce Alliance achieve the first position. You are now the meritorious champion of the alliance, so you can stay as long as you like." Yang Wanyi laughed coquettishly,

Luo Feng smiled faintly.

As the three were about to return to the commerce alliance post, a figure hurriedly approached.

The figure was tall, with a straight back like a giant tower, clad in luxurious brocade clothing, exuding an aura of wealth. With dragon-like strides and tiger-like steps, he radiated an overwhelming presence, far stronger than the black-robed elder.

The Giant Tower Man quickly caught up with Luo Feng and the others and said, "Please wait, you three."

Upon seeing the newcomer, Yang Wanyi’s beautiful eyes flickered slightly. This person was the Shock Mountain Marquis, who had previously contended with Ling Mei and Han Xuan for the Yan Body Break Mountain Power and the Thousand Fierce Ten Thousand Poison Liquor. Though she had seen him before, they had never conversed. Being a True Yuan Realm expert, there should be no interaction between them, and she wasn’t sure what his intentions were in seeking them out.

The Shock Mountain Marquis, quick with words, laughed and said, "No need for tension, the three of you. I merely wish to ask for a favor."

Luo Feng calmly replied, "Please speak, senior."

"I’ve heard you’re a saber man, and I didn’t expect you’d reach Spirit and Flesh Unity. Impressive."

The Shock Mountain Marquis appraised Luo Feng, nodding slightly, and then asked, "Young brother, is that Thousand Fierce Ten Thousand Poison Liquor yours?"

"It is indeed mine."

There was no need to hide this, and the Shock Mountain Marquis appeared to have no ill intentions, so Luo Feng nodded in acknowledgment.

The Shock Mountain Marquis nodded and smiled, "I wonder if you still have any of that Thousand Fierce Ten Thousand Poison Liquor. To be honest, I am at a crucial stage in my cultivation and require a tempering spiritual medicine. If you have spare Thousand Fierce Ten Thousand Poison Liquor, I would like to purchase it for one hundred and fifty thousand second-grade Yuan Stones for ten drops. How about it?"

Upon hearing this, Yang Wanyi’s eyes flickered slightly, somewhat surprised.

At the auction, the Yan Body Break Mountain Power and Thousand Fierce Ten Thousand Poison Liquor sold for two hundred and eighty-three thousand second-grade Yuan Stones. Each item was worth about one hundred forty thousand second-grade Yuan Stones, and the Thousand Fierce Ten Thousand Poison Liquor’s value was far less than the Yan Body Break Mountain Power. Yet, the Shock Mountain Marquis offered one hundred fifty thousand, exceeding the auction’s average price.

"One hundred and fifty thousand second-grade Yuan Stones?"

Luo Feng was also taken aback by this price. Honestly, he estimated the Thousand Fierce Ten Thousand Poison Liquor to be worth ninety thousand second-grade Yuan Stones; the auction price itself was already high, so the offer from Shock Mountain Marquis was even more astonishing.

"If you find the price unsatisfactory, we can negotiate further," the Shock Mountain Marquis said, noticing Luo Feng’s expression.

Luo Feng chuckled bitterly and shook his head:

"The price is indeed satisfactory, but I don’t have much of the Thousand Fierce Ten Thousand Poison Liquor left. I can only sell fifty drops to you."

"No problem, I’ll take as much as you have... Wait, fifty drops?" The Shock Mountain Marquis first nodded, then was stunned, looking at Luo Feng in shock.

He initially thought when Luo Feng mentioned not having much, it meant less than ten drops. While that would have been a bit disappointing, it was better than nothing. He hadn’t expected it to be fifty drops!