106 Grand Preceptor Li and the Jade Sea Coral (2/2)
Too cruel! Too malicious! Too despicable! Too shameless!
If such weapons were used against enemy soldiers…, just a small cut on the skin would be capable of killing a man!
Even Grandpa Jun with his Sky Xuan level cultivation might not necessarily survive past an hour if he was afflicted by this ultimate poison!
Horrifying! It really made one's hair stand up!
Both of Jun Zhan Tian and Jun Wu Yi stretched their necks with their eyes wide open, staring at Jun Mo Xie like they were looking at a demon that had escaped from hell and simultaneously broke into cold sweat…
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Compared to Jun Family's harmonious joy and jubilation, a cloud of anxiety hung over the Grand Preceptor's manor at this moment!
Even though Li Zhen and Meng Hai Zhou were driven out of the Magnificent Jewel Hall, and the Li Family had been prohibited from returning to the auction house, it was only a minor inconvenience so long as they still have access to the Meng Family's box.
Moreover, the two of them had successfully bidded on the Jade Sea Coral and brought it back to the manor without incident. Just this point is already a great achievement—it would be fair to say that this is their biggest achievement to date!
But after Li You Ran saw the Jade Seal Coral, the smug smile that Li Zhen had kept concealed was replaced by fear and trepidation as he recounted the events at the auction house. Li Zhen had thought that Li You Ran would punish him in anger and waited on tenterhooks until Li You Ran gently said one line.
”Oh? Only a measly 5 million taels of silver? That's not bad considering you were able to obtain the Jade Sea Coral even with the Tang Family's interference. Little Brother Zhen, you can go to Accountant Li and receive payment for of 3 million taels of silver.” Li You Ran unexpectedly did not mention the shame and humiliation of having their access to the Magnificent Jewel Hall revoked. It was truly baffling.
Li Zhen and Meng Hai Zhou could hardly believe what they were hearing and were almost convinced that the person standing in front of them was not Li You Ran but a body double—when did the young master become so nice?
The two of them were staring blankly for half the day as if they had just woken up from a deep sleep. They were trying to understand what happened but couldn't come up with anything. In the end, they couldn't help but let out a deep sigh and thank their lucky stars.
Li You Ran was calmly sitting with a faint smile on his face as he looked at the sparkling and translucent Jade Sea Coral in front of him. After a while, he deeply exhaled and thought to himself.
”I was almost too careless not to have considered that old man Tang would also want this item. If I had let this great opportunity slip, it would certainly have been due to my negligence.
If I had not sent these two who had nothing but being born with a gold spoon but sent someone else, wouldn't the latter be intimidated by the exorbitant price and give up on bidding for the Jade Sea Coral? This may be the only good quality of being born in a wealthy family. As the saying goes, every dog has its day. Everyone will have good luck or success at some point in their lives. This is probably what that means…”
Having thought up to this point, he chuckled softly before circulating Xuan Qi through his palm into the Jade Sea Coral. A golden aura had flashed across his whole body before he pulled back his hand, a cheerful expression on his face.
The rumors were indeed true; there was an extraordinary amount of pure energy inside this treasure! If his grandfather can absorb this energy, it would still easily extend his life even if he cannot cultivate Xuan arts again.
Gracefully standing up, he walked toward Grand Preceptor Li Shang's study while holding the Jade Sea Coral.
Inside the study, Grand Preceptor Li narrowed his eyes as he examined the Jade Sea Coral in front of him. A happy expression soon revealed itself on his face, not just because of the benefits to his health, but more so because of his grandson's filial piety. Grand Preceptor Li suddenly felt blessed to have such a grandson in his life; what more could he have asked for?
”Grandfather, the matter should not be delayed. A long night has naught but trouble—we do not know if the others will catch on. Why don't we follow the method that my master had previously disclosed? Let me promptly draw out this pure energy, and then grandfather will absorb this treasure as soon as possible.” Li You Ran smiled with poise.
Li Shang chuckled and then pondered. ”That is also good. Go and get your men to come here so that we can start cultivating.”
Li You Ran nodded in agreement before clapping his hands twice; the footsteps of someone approaching was heard moments later. A respectful and sincere voice reported.
”Lord, Young Master, we have already cleared the area thirty zhangs surrounding the study. Is this adequate?”
Li You Ran gently said. ”Enough.”
The people outside responded without a sound.
Li Shang looked at his grandson with satisfaction and asked. ”Your seniors have already returned?”
Li You Ran replied. ”Yes. They have already returned to the mountain and had a pleasant if not uneventful journey. I will certainly convey Grandfather's concerns on your behalf.”
Li Shang coughed twice, smiled and said. ”Why are a grandfather and grandson talking about this? It's unfortunate that your master could not take action personally. If he could have come over, our Li Family would have much more assurance.” He heavily sighed as he reached his main point.
”Master is already preparing for the appointment in three years at Qi Tian Peak; I fear that he absolutely cannot be distracted for the time being. But with the assistance of these several seniors, I believe we can still easily deal with the internal affairs of Tianxiang Kingdom. So long as it is not a major military campaign, there is nothing for us to worry about.”
Li Shang gave a noncommittal nod, deeply exhaled a breath, and said encouragingly. ”Since there is no time to lose, let's commence now.”