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Join the Server“Liyue, what do you think should be done about this?” Father Su immediately adopted a loving expression as he turned to Su Liyue.
Su Liyue couldn’t help but inwardly click her tongue. ‘This is truly how a father treats his daughter differently,’ she mused. ‘If it were Ye Xingchen, I imagine both fathers would have long since been pounding the table, shouting, “Hurry up and get revenge for your future wife!”‘
At that moment, Elder Mo and Elder Xiao watched Su Liyue nervously, afraid she might utter something truly outrageous.
Su Liyue, unhurried, feigned contemplation for a moment.
After all, the incident had originated with them. Regardless of the specifics, so many people were watching. While the situation had already escalated, everyone present now had a graceful way to back down, which was clearly a much better outcome. If it were to continue, it likely wouldn’t benefit anyone.
As for what came next, that could be left to the elders to handle themselves. And as for that scoundrel Xiao Yun, if he dared to cause trouble again in the future, she had plenty of ways to deal with him.
Thus, she gracefully curtsied to Elder Mo. “Elder Mo, please forgive us. My friend was a little impulsive just now. I hope this incident won’t damage the harmony between our two families.”
Elder Mo, seeing this, inwardly wiped a bead of cold sweat from his brow. ‘This Su family girl is truly extraordinary,’ he thought. ‘That scoundrel son of Xiao Zhang’s lacks even this much foresight. Even if he graduates, he’ll likely just be a fool.’
“Young Lady Su, you are too kind! As an apology, I, the elder, will arrange the most luxurious VIP private room for you all! The highlight treasures of today’s auction will surely be an eye-opener for everyone!” Elder Mo quickly returned the bow.
He then glared at Xiao Zhang, who hastily nodded and bowed, adding, “Exactly! Exactly! All expenses will be charged to my account!”
Li Yunxin, watching from the side, couldn’t help but curl her lip.
‘This old fox is clearly seizing the opportunity to curry favor with two potion magnates,’ she thought. ‘But… a free VIP seat is a free VIP seat! Why turn it down?’
“There’s no need for reimbursements. Since my father is here, I naturally wish to accompany him,” Su Liyue said lightly, deftly kicking the hot potato away.
Her meaning was abundantly clear: she was pushing the matter directly to her two fathers to handle. After all, accepting favors made one beholden, and it was best to leave matters concerning the elders to the elders. She couldn’t be bothered with such trivialities.
Father Su waved a hand. “We appreciate Elder Mo’s kind intentions. However, for an auction, it’s better to follow the rules.” He significantly emphasized the word “rules,” adding, “In business, the most important thing is… human relations.”
Father Ye chimed in, perfectly in sync. “Since we’ve come to an auction, we naturally won’t skimp on expenses. We’ve had many years of friendship, and there’s still a long road ahead.”
Father Ye and Father Su’s words were impeccably timed, forcing Su Liyue to inwardly grumble. ‘No wonder the two families have such a good relationship and insisted on an engagement since childhood,’ she thought. ‘The way these two fathers cooperate, singing and harmonizing, is like a perfectly synchronized dual sword attack!’
Seeing their resolve, Elder Mo no longer insisted. “Since you two are so determined, then I, Mo, will not press the matter further. However, the VIP private room has already been prepared for everyone. Consider it a treat from the auction house this time, and I earnestly ask you to grace us with your presence.”
Elder Mo’s words were exceptionally clear. They could refuse Elder Xiao’s personal offer, but he hoped they would accept this gesture of sincerity from the auction house itself. Otherwise, he would likely feel uneasy.
Father Ye calmly replied, “Elder Mo’s hospitality is hard to refuse. When we have a moment another day, we can discuss cooperation on newly developed potions.”
“That would be excellent! Everyone, please come in,” Elder Mo said with relief, stepping aside to lead the way.
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Stepping into the auction venue, Su Liyue and her two companions followed their fathers through the opulent corridor. The Aetherland Empire’s most renowned auction house certainly lived up to its reputation. Magic crystal chandeliers hung from the vaulted ceiling, rare minerals were inlaid into the surrounding walls, and even the floor was covered with noble, gold-threaded carpets from another world.
Elder Mo led the group to a luxurious private room.
A lavish table was already laden with various fruits and refreshments, with even a selection of juices available.
‘Truly a top-tier private room…’ Li Yunxin inwardly marveled, casually picking up a sparkling piece of fruit.
She secretly observed Su Liyue and the two fathers chatting politely.
‘Does this count as meeting the parents early?’ she wondered. ‘Although Ye Xingchen, that troublesome bull-headed man, was currently in the way… as long as they aren’t married, she still had a chance! At worst…’
Her gaze shifted to Mu Wanqing, who was curiously examining the magic menu. ‘This gentle and lovely second most beautiful girl in school also seems like a good target for a close friendship, perhaps?’
‘It seems I still need to find an opportunity to ask Ye Xingchen what exactly he’s thinking,’ she mused. ‘Otherwise, she certainly didn’t want to find herself caught in such a ‘bull-headed man’ predicament. After all, everyone here is from Earth, and for the sake of this rare connection, it wouldn’t be worth falling out over this. Besides, she now possessed a female body. What if she received a ‘female lead’ script, and Ye Xingchen had a ‘Dragon King’ male lead script? Wouldn’t she be taken into his harem? The thought alone sent shivers down her male soul’s spine as a transmigrator.
Just then, the auctioneer’s booming voice rang out:
“Esteemed guests, the Crimson Feast Auction is now beginning!”
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