As soon as Shi Lingfeng spoke, the entire room fell silent, and everyone turned to look at Nangong Zuiyue.
This Shi Lingfeng was just as ruthless and domineering as the legends said—he didn't give anyone any face and even directly provoked Nangong Zuiyue.
Although Long Chen's formation had already been activated, it was one-way. Those outside couldn't hear them, but they could hear everything others said.
"This Shi Lingfeng is really courting death." Beitang Rushuang couldn't hold back any longer and said coldly.
Although he was still hostile to Nangong Zuiyue, Shi Lingfeng was so arrogant that he didn't even take Nangong Zuiyue seriously. This was a provocation to the Changsheng family.
Instead, Nangong Zuiyue smiled faintly, as if he didn't notice his provocation, and continued sipping the tea in his hand.
Seeing that Nangong Zuiyue didn't respond, a mocking look appeared on Shi Lingfeng's rock-like, bump-like face, and he looked at Long Chen.
"Kid, are you Long Chen?" Shi Lingfeng called out to Long Chen.
Long Chen frowned slightly and said to Beitang Rushuang, "What the hell is this guy? Why does he act like an idiot?" I didn't do anything; it seemed like they were here to cause me trouble. "
Maybe it's because of a dark face. Born to be hated by the system, no one likes you." Beitang Rushuang glanced at Long Chen and couldn't help but find it a bit amusing.
"Kid, I'm asking you something. Are you deaf?" Shi Lingfeng saw that Long Chen ignored him and instead joked with Beitang Rushuang, which made him furious, and he shouted harshly.
"Are you an idiot? Should I reply just because I hear it? Are you my son or my grandson? Long Chen sneered.
But after saying this, Long Chen regretted it. This stone lump looked hideously ugly, like a toad. Wasn't this just cursing himself?
"Pfft, ptooey, ptooey, I take back what I just said. I was wrong before, so I'll say it again:
Are you an idiot? Should I reply just because I hear it? Who do you think you are? The Drunken Moon Fairy ignores you, and you really think you're a dog—bite whoever you want? Long Chen cursed loudly.
At Long Chen's scolding, Nangong Zuiyue couldn't help but shake his head slightly. This Long Chen really had no patience at all—he just caught fire.
Beitang Rushuang, on the other hand, wore a smile. Although Long Chen's insult was harsh, it was the first time he felt that cursing was such a satisfying thing, and it was satisfying.
"You're asking for death!"
Shi Lingfeng was furious, his eyes blazing with light, and an invisible killing intent enveloped Long Chen.
"Brother Shi, stop."
At that moment, Dongfang Yuyang, dressed in white and as graceful as a jade tree, arrived. Dongfang Yuyang's face showed a hint of displeasure as he spoke:
"Brother Shi, what do you mean by this?"
After all, this was the Eastern family, and Shi Lingfeng was far too arrogant—almost to the extreme.
"This Long Chen insulted me. I will kill him." Even though Dongfang Yuyang had arrived, Shi Lingfeng's expression remained cold.
"Brother Shi, this is the Eastern Family, not your Shi clan. I hope you get to the bottom of it.
For this Ancient and Modern Heroes Gathering, I'm the host of the Eastern Family, and the purpose is to provide everyone with a place to gather and discuss future developments.
Everything our Eastern family has done is for the sake of the Tianwu Continent, without any personal motives.
However, our Dongfang family is not a pushover. Being kind to others is our principle, but we are not kind to everyone. If anyone gets out of favor, don't blame us for driving them out. Although Dongfang Yuyang spoke more tactfully, there was a clear trace of anger in his eyes.
Obviously, because of the maid incident, the Dongfang family had already compromised out of courtesy. But now Shi Lingfeng was clearly pushing his luck—even the most good-tempered person couldn't stand it.
Dongfang Yuyang's tone was very resolute, showing the courage of the Longevity Family. If you keep acting arrogant, then get lost.
Seeing Dongfang Yuyang's expression grow colder, Shi Lingfeng nodded and said, "Alright, then I'll give you some face. I won't hold it against him for now." After
Shi Lingfeng finished speaking, he turned his head and pointed at Long Chen, saying, "Kid, just you wait. Once we leave the Dongfang family, I'm going to smash you to pieces." Long
Chen faced Shi Lingfeng's provocation without any response. His eyes shone slightly as he sized him up from head to toe, then suddenly leaned close to Beitang Rushuang's ear and said,
"Let me ask you, the shiny things in those lumps on its body are really valuable."
Hearing Long Chen whisper in her ear, Beitang Rushuang blushed and her heart raced; this gesture was clearly a bit too intimate.
But hearing Long Chen's words, Beitang Rushuang was startled—Long Chen had actually set his sights on Shi Lingfeng.
"You idiot, there's a formation here and no one outside can hear you. Why are you sneaking around?" Beitang Rushuang said somewhat annoyedly.
"Oh, oh, sorry, I'm used to it. Please answer my question first." Long Chen only then realized that this was a bit unnecessary. But doing something bad and having to discuss it openly and honestly—Long Chen really didn't like that.
"The Stone Clan that this guy belongs to is a strange being, born and nurtured by heaven and earth, with a mysterious origin.
But there's one thing you said right: this guy is a treasure from head to toe, except their bodies are as hard as rock, impervious to blades and spears, impervious to water and fire, with almost no flaws.
On earth, they can absorb the power of the earth; in the air, they can absorb the power of the stars.
The lumps you mentioned are actually crystals of heaven and earth, each forming its own world. It is said that these crystals contain the most profound Dao in the world, and may even glimpse the mysteries of the world's formation. Beitang Rushuang said.
"So, this guy is really valuable?" Very good, very good, it's time to make a big move. Long Chen's eyes immediately lit up, his gaze like a hungry wolf staring at flesh and blood, causing Beitang Rushuang to shiver.
"You're not serious, are you?" Beitang Rushuang said in disbelief. Long Chen didn't seem to be joking.
"I've always taken making money seriously. I'm already so poor—if I don't make some money soon, I won't be able to make ends meet.
But don't worry, if this deal succeeds, you'll definitely get a share of the profits, and of course, Fairy Zuiyue won't be left out either."
I, Long Chen, am a very loyal person. If there's a benefit, I definitely won't keep it in my own pocket. Long Chen declared with absolute confidence.
"No, no, I don't want dividends."
Beitang Rushuang was so frightened she quickly waved her hand. What a joke! She was the prodigy of the Longevity family, a peerless powerhouse, and yet she was partnering with Long Chen for this kind of business. If word got out, the Beitang family would become a laughingstock on the Tianwu Continent.
Moreover, the more she interacted with Long Chen, the more she realized that this guy never lies about small matters or big ones. He was truly capable of anything, and she didn't want to be implicated—the family's reputation was more important.
Nangong Zuiyue, on the other hand, kept smiling at Long Chen without saying a word or showing any attitude.
Long Chen couldn't help but find it amusing; Beitang Rushuang was clearly not wiseLike Nangong Zuiyue, who couldn't even catch Long Chen's jokes, how could Long Chen drag someone down with him?
After the commotion caused by Shi Lingfeng, the entire hall began to quiet down again. Occasionally, a powerful figure would walk in and glance at them. If they met someone familiar, they would nod; if not, they would calmly sit down.
Long Chen sat in the last row, able to see everyone's faces. Bei Tang Rushhuang and Nangong Zuiyue introduced each person's backgrounds to Long Chen one by one.
These were all heroes of their lives, each writing immortal chapters in their own era. Some even had Long Chen heard their legendary stories.
Most of them were very indifferent, merely glancing around indifferently before sitting down without saying a word.
"Do all masters need to put on an air of looking down on the world, standing above all others?" Long Chen asked in confusion.
Nangong Zuiyue smiled slightly and said, "Actually, that's not the case. Because invincible, it's lonely."
Invincible across the land, soaring above the peaks, looking down on the world, yet unable to find a target—that loneliness and isolation shaped their character.
In the whole world, no one can compare to them; not even a single confidant, not even a worthy opponent. That is a kind of pain, and that's why they act this way. "
But Fairy Drunken Moon, you're different. You don't have that kind of aloofness or pride in your own height." Long Chen said with a smile.
"Me?" What I pursue is different from theirs. I keep trying hard to find it, but I never find it. I'm still trying, while they have already stood at the top—different.
Don't just talk about me—aren't you the same? Your personality is different from all other experts. "Speaking of Long Chen's personality, even Nangong Zuiyue couldn't help but laugh. Long Chen was simply a weirdo; she had never imagined such a master existed in the world.
"Me?" That's different—you're all sweeping your peers, no one can compete. I can't, I can't sweep through.
At the drop of a hat, they get surrounded and beaten like dogs, running around like dogs—see, you can see it yourself.
Just arrived here a few days ago? All kinds of troubles have never stopped, I just want to say... We are different. Long Chen couldn't help but sigh.
On the way, he was blocked by idiots from the Mechanism Sect, who had been cunningly tricked and nearly lost his life.
Before even arriving at the Eastern Family, he had already formed a grudge. After a rare stroke of luck, he obtained the Rongyue Refining Star Furnace and the Nine Lotus Soul-Gathering Pill. But as soon as he got the pills, someone tried to force him to buy them.
Huang Feiyan directly threatened Long Chen with the Cloud Chasing Cloud Swallowing Sky Sparrow clan. How could Long Chen tolerate her flaws? The second enemy was also established.
Today, a stone bun suddenly appeared out of nowhere, and it was actually aimed directly at Long Chen. Long Chen was speechless. What was wrong with me? Why are there enemies everywhere? The old ones haven't been wiped out yet, and new ones have come out in batches.
"Everyone, the time has come. Our second auction is about to begin!"
At that moment, a middle-aged man dressed in a white long robe walked up.