Erina continued watching him for a few more seconds.
Her gaze was sharp, as if trying to read something behind Fang Zhe’s calm expression. Then she slowly set down her teacup. “There’s an important meeting today.” Her tone returned to a professional one. “A business meeting regarding medicinal material trade with a long-time client of the Medicine Pavilion. The value is very large.” Fang Zhe stood straight. “I understand, Miss.” Erina rose from her seat. The heels of her shoes tapped against the marble floor in a steady rhythm. “You’ll come with me.” She walked past Fang Zhe, her soft perfume lingering in the air for a brief moment. “Your task is simple. Escort. Protect. Observe.” She paused briefly at the door. “And one more thing.” Fang Zhe lifted his gaze. “Don’t cause trouble with my clients.” Her voice wasn’t loud, but it carried a clear warning. “Some of them have… sensitive backgrounds.” Fang Zhe nodded immediately. Since becoming a servant of the Zhao family, he already knew a little about noble families who didn’t like leaving witnesses behind. His heart stirred again. “I won’t act without instruction,” he replied calmly. Erina looked at him for a moment. “You’re strong. That was already proven yesterday.” Her eyes narrowed slightly. “But the business world isn’t a street arena. Ego can destroy billion-dollar deals.” Fang Zhe lowered his head slightly. “I will only act if your safety is threatened.” For a brief second, the corner of Erina’s lips almost lifted. “Good.” * Not long after, following a short trip, the black car stopped in front of an exclusive meeting building inside a five-star hotel in Shange City. The glass doors opened automatically. Inside, a VIP room had been prepared. A long mahogany table. Dark marble walls. A modern chandelier casting a warm, elegant light. Three men were already seated, waiting. And in the middle of them… a young man in an expensive gray suit, his hair neatly combed, a faint confident smile on his lips. His gaze carried undisguised arrogance. “Young Master of the Brata Family…” Fang Zhe murmured inwardly, recalling the figure when he had once visited the Zhao family. He recognized that face. The Brata family was one of the wealthy noble families controlling the distribution routes of medicinal materials throughout the province. Erina walked in with steady steps. “Young Master Brata.” Her voice was calm. The young man stood, greeting her with a wider smile. “Miss Erina. As always… you are stunning.” His gaze swept over her shamelessly—from her face, slowly downward… all the way to the tip of her high heels. Fang Zhe stood one step behind, his expression neutral. But his eyes narrowed slightly. “Please, have a seat,” said Young Master Brata. The meeting began. The first few minutes were formal. They discussed the prices of rare medicinal materials, distribution quotas for consumers, and the benefits of long-term cooperation. But gradually, the direction of the conversation shifted. Young Master Brata leaned back in his chair. His smile turned more cunning. “To be honest… our family can double the quota.” Erina looked at him directly. “That’s good news.” “Of course.” He smiled faintly. “But every great profit… usually requires an equivalent return.” Fang Zhe could feel the atmosphere in the room change. Yet Erina’s face remained calm. “What kind of return do you mean?” Young Master Brata crossed his legs. “This deal can proceed… if Miss Erina is willing to accompany me tonight.” The room fell silent. The other two men chuckled softly, as if it were something normal. Their gazes were clear now. No longer about business—but something far more vulgar. Fang Zhe felt his blood boil. His hands almost clenched into fists. But he remembered Erina’s warning—not to cause trouble. Erina did not react with anger. She did not slap him. She did not raise her voice. She simply looked at him coldly—even though her hand clearly wanted to strike the young master’s face. “I came here for business, not entertainment.” Her voice was as cold as ice. Young Master Brata chuckled. “Ah, don’t be so rigid. The world runs on mutual benefit.” He stood, stepping slightly closer to the table. “With just one night… the Brata family will ensure the Medicine Pavilion stands at the peak of the northern market.” Fang Zhe could clearly see the man’s openly lustful gaze. Erina immediately stood up. “In that case, there’s no need to continue this deal.” Hearing that, a faint smile appeared at the corner of Young Master Brata’s lips. “No need to continue? Perhaps your Medicine Pavilion will collapse… after offending Young Master Paduka Ryan… Listen to me—if you agree, I might even eliminate that family with my power.” The words hung in the air—a threat disguised as an offer. Erina looked at Young Master Brata without blinking. Her expression remained calm, but her eyes turned icy. “The Medicine Pavilion stands because of quality and reputation,” she said slowly. “Not because of the protection of a man who equates cooperation with harassment.” The atmosphere grew heavier. Young Master Brata’s smile faded slightly. “You’re quite bold.” Erina picked up her bag. “Boldness is different from dignity.” She stepped back. “And my dignity is not up for negotiation.” Fang Zhe followed one step behind her. His heartbeat was steady—but his anger was close to exploding. As they nearly reached the door— Young Master Brata spoke again. “Erina.” Fang Zhe and Erina stopped at the same time. Not out of fear. But to make sure his final words were heard clearly. “An opportunity like this doesn’t come twice.” Erina did not turn around. “Neither does respect.” She walked out. The door closed. But the matter was far from over. The hotel’s VIP corridor was quiet. Thick carpets muffled their footsteps. But three large figures were already standing at the end of the hallway. Three men in black suits. Tall bodies. Broad shoulders. Cold gazes fixed on them. They began to move slowly. Blocking the path to the elevator. Fang Zhe immediately stepped half a step in front of Erina—his stance clearly protective. One of the men sneered. “Oh… just a small bodyguard.” His voice was heavy. “You think a nice suit makes you look dangerous?” The second man chuckled. “He looks like a magazine model. Not a fighter. What can he even do?” The third patted his own shoulder. “The boss just wants to talk again. Don’t make us drag you.” Erina stood firm. Not panicking. But this was clearly no longer just a conversation. Fang Zhe glanced at Erina, his calm gaze seeking silent permission. “Hey kid! Step aside, or—” Ignoring the threat, Fang Zhe let out a cold smirk. “Boss… may I take action?”Latest Chapter
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The escalating quarrel between Su Yin and Fang Zhe came to a sudden halt. Su Yin, whose fingers were just reaching into her spiritual stone storage pouch, froze in her tracks, while Fang Zhe slowly lowered the hands he had been using to beg for a loan.Both turned their heads simultaneously, staring at the silver-robed youth with narrow eyes in utter bewilderment—as if they had just witnessed a madman suddenly leap into the middle of the street.Even Ling Yin, usually calm and composed, raised an eyebrow, gazing at the shimmering Heaven-Grade Spiritual Stone atop the dingy table with a perplexed expression.The old merchant swallowed hard, his eyes bulging at the Heaven-Grade Stone—a sum capable of purchasing an entire treasure shop in this courtyard. "T-this... a pure Heaven-Grade Stone?! Y-young Master... you are truly throwing this away just for this piece of rusted scrap iron?!"The youth clad in silver-embroidered silk smiled with even greater arrogance. He snapped his jade fan s
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"One Thousand Heaven-Grade Spiritual Stones?!"Hearing the absurd figure come out of the old merchant's mouth, Su Yin’s eyes instantly widened. Without wasting a single second, her delicate fingers darted like lightning—ZRAAP!"A-AWWW! Su Yin! It hurts, hey! Let go, let go!" Fang Zhe grimaced, twisting his head frantically to follow the 180-degree turn of Su Yin’s relentless grip on his ear."It hurts, you say?! Where on earth is your brain installed, huh?!" Su Yin raged, her face flushed red with rising anger. Her sharp eyes glared back and forth between the wincing Fang Zhe and the slyly smirking old merchant."I’ve told you over and over that this place is full of cunning scammers! And you... you actually walk up to the dingiest stall to grab a piece of rusted scrap metal that isn't even fit to chop firewood!" Su Yin twisted her grip even tighter."One Thousand Heaven-Grade Spiritual Stones could buy two pure Earth-Grade weapons back at the Sect! Yet you want to hand them over to t
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Before Su Yin and Ling Yin could reply, Fang Zhe had already turned around and strolled casually down the airship's stairs. Hands clasped comfortably behind his head, his saunter was so relaxed that one would think the Bao Clan's outer courtyard—currently filled with arrogant geniuses—was nothing more than his own backyard playground."Tsk, that guy truly can't stay still for a single second!" Su Yin grumbled, stomping her foot in annoyance. Nevertheless, she and Ling Yin quickened their pace to follow closely behind him, ensuring he wouldn't get into trouble.The moment he merged with the sea of cultivators along the main avenue paved with white jade tiles, Fang Zhe's eyes lit up. This was his very first time stepping into the bustling center of the Immortal Realm, having previously spent his days only in the relatively isolated environment of the Virgin Valley Sect."Insane... absolutely insane," Fang Zhe muttered, his gaze sweeping over the vendor stalls neatly lined up along the c
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The standoff on the airship deck ended in an awkward silence. Under the Sect Master’s stern instruction, the Elder of the Hall of Punishment immediately activated the ship’s propulsion formation to maximum capacity. The protective barrier vibrated violently, cleaving through the sea of clouds at lightning speed and leaving that perilous zone far behind before the Main Leader of the Black-Winged Bandit could even realize the slaughter that had taken place.One Month Later....A month passed without any significant hindrances. Throughout the journey, no other bandits or enemies dared approach the airship of the Virgin Valley Sect. The tense atmosphere aboard the vessel gradually softened, though the minor bickerings between Fang Zhe and Su Yin continued to serve as entertaining diversions for Ling Yin and the elders.Until one bright morning, the thick blanket of clouds ahead slowly parted, revealing a breathtaking vista that made everyone catch their breath."We have arrived..." murmur
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The icy aura emanating from the Immortal Snow Soul Ice Sword suddenly peaked to an extreme level. The air surrounding the Sect Master of the Virgin Valley froze like a crystal mirror, right before she swung the Emperor-Grade sword in a remarkably graceful and effortless sweeping motion.SRRRRRSHHH—!It was no ordinary slash, but thousands of icy sword shadows shaped like giant lotus petals blooming in the middle of the sea of clouds. Golden and purple lights intertwined, cleaving through the sky at a speed surpassing the limits of the naked eye."NOOOOO—!"The Bandit Leader and the remnants of his men didn't even have time to flee or beg for mercy. The moment the wave of lotus-ice slashes crossed their bodies, their screams were cut short instantly.In a matter of seconds, the bodies of more than a dozen formidable bandits were chopped into fine ice crystals before completely shattering into glowing dust, swept away by the night wind. Not a single drop of blood remained; not a single
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The sea of clouds surrounding the airship suddenly split apart by brute force. Bone-chilling air rushed past as the shadow of a colossal ice palm—the size of a mountain—descended from the highest heavens, pressing down with crushing force!"Madness! Formation! Hold the line together!" shouted the Bandit Leader, his eyes bulging in sheer panic. His confidence shattered into a million pieces in an instant.More than a decade of Five-Star Sky Fighter bandits channeled every drop of their blood-red Qi. Thick threads of crimson energy swirled rapidly, forging a massive blood-skull shield in the air to block the assault from above.Yet, before the absolute power of a King Fighter at her peak, their efforts were nothing more than a spiderweb trying to stop a falling boulder!BOOOMMM—!A violent impact shook the sky. The blood-skull shield held for less than a second before fractures of ice-blue spread across its surface.KRAAAGGH—!With a deafening explosion, the Blood Slaughter Formation th
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