As he said this, his gaze remained fixed on Dao Ren's face, trying to discern something from his expression.
Dao Ren cursed inwardly, but his expression remained unchanged. He said, "Doesn't your Medicine Sect need the Demon-Generating Flower more than we do?"
The two had been at odds for a long time, and Wenren Tuo seized the opportunity to be sarcastic, spreading his hands and saying, "There's nothing I can do. Zhang Anran is a disciple of your sect, so I can't very well ask you for her, right?"
"Besides, we have always been on good terms with your sect. After you do us a favor, you will obtain the Demon Flower King. At that time, you can let us exchange it for one or two petals. Wouldn't that be a win-win situation?"
Dao Ren was speechless for a moment, but he couldn't directly refute him. Because if he did, the outside world would probably be more suspicious of the Tianxuan Sect.
He glared at Wenren Tuo and said loudly to the person on the stage, "Young brother, if what you say is true, I will take this matter. Come back to Tianxuan Sect with me, and I will find a way."
Fu Mingxu became anxious upon hearing this. In his view, it would be like a lamb entering a tiger's den if the merman entered the Tianxuan Sect.
This Demon Flower is extremely useful for Hantao.
"Don't worry." Han Tao remained unmoved, placing her palm on the back of his hand to comfort him. "We will obtain the Demon Flower."
His large palm completely enveloped her hand, and the warmth dispelled her unease.
Fu Mingxu nodded slightly, absorbed in the unfolding events, so nervous that he forgot to pull his hand away, fearing he might miss the chance to obtain the Demon Flower.
Han Tao's slightly pursed lips relaxed, and the corners of her mouth curved into a smile.
Upon hearing Dao Ren's words, the merman on the platform shook his head and said bluntly, "I am in the Tianxuan Sect. I do not trust you and will not trade with you."
Dao Ren stood there stunned, and Wen Rentuo, noticing the frustrated look on his face, immediately burst out laughing.
“That’s true.” He knew Dao Ren dared to cause trouble at this auction house, and sneered, “What if he goes in but never gets out?”
Anyone with eyes could tell what he meant as soon as he said that.
Fu Mingxu thought to himself that perhaps the immortal sect was not as peaceful and friendly as it appeared on the surface.
"You!" Dao Ren was furious, but there was nothing he could do. He could only flick his sleeves and leave with the Tianxuan Sect members.
The merman didn't react at all to the threatening look in his eyes as he left, but instead looked at Han Tao: "You're the strongest here. Do you want the Demon Flower?"
All eyes turned to Han Tao once again.
For some reason, Fu Mingxu felt inexplicably nervous.
Just as Han Tao was about to speak, someone standing at the auction house entrance said, "He's the strongest? That's not necessarily true."
The newcomer was none other than Immortal Lord Siyang. In fact, this auction house was an asset of the Tianyan Sect, which was why Daoren dared not cause trouble inside.
With his moon-white wide sleeves carrying starlight, Immortal Lord Siyang appeared as if he were a radiant being, attracting most of the attention.
He strolled up to Fu Mingxu and chuckled, "Do you want the Demon Flower?"
The messenger who went to Yunhan City last night has already learned that his future disciple likes alchemy and medicine making. It seems that today's Demon Life Flower and Demon Source Pill recipe are a gift from heaven to accept him as a disciple.
The Heavenly Evolution Sect also lacks alchemists!
His disciples should have clear eyes and bright features, not cold-hearted sword cultivators who disrespect their teachers!
Si Yang looked at him with affection, becoming increasingly satisfied with this future disciple.
Isn't this just a repeat of what happened last night?
Those who knew the inside story but hadn't witnessed it firsthand last night suddenly became excited, their eyes gleaming as they watched everything unfold.
The moment Han Tao saw him, he couldn't hide the coldness on his face. He stood up abruptly and said to the merman on the platform, "I want this Demon Flower."
The alchemists and pharmacists were all shocked: What do you, a dragon, need the Demonic Flower for? Jealousy and rivalry are no good!
Immortal Lord Siyang was equally unwilling to show weakness, and looked at the mermaid with a smile: "I suppose the Xuanzong Sect is willing to give this immortal lord some face."
This is Immortal Lord Siyang!
Everyone was shocked: He's here! He's here!
The merman felt as if the two had seen through him. After his initial joy, he was troubled: "You two want this?"
Han Tao and Si Yang nodded simultaneously, and as they looked at each other, it was as if crackling flames appeared.
Si Yang Immortal Lord looked at Fu Mingxu and smiled, "Of course, I'll give it to someone as a gift."
The meaning behind the words is self-evident.
Fu Mingxu's headache started again, and upon hearing this, he said, "Don't do this."
Everyone: It's about to begin!
Han Tao looked at the merman: "First come, first served."
Immortal Lord Siyang: "Strength is paramount."
Fu Mingxu: Please shut up.
Having learned the "cause and effect" from his disciple, Wenren Tuo did not want the Demon Flower to fall into the hands of others. Upon hearing this, he suggested, "Why should the two of you lose your harmony over a Demon Flower?"
He certainly wouldn't be so foolish as to say that there's no need to fight over a beautiful mortal, but he continued, "After all, only our Medicine Sect can refine the Demon Source Pill."
He said he looked extremely confident at that moment.
Fu Mingxu received his unintentional disdainful gaze and softly uttered a single word: "Heh."
He stood up, his blue robe trailing on the ground, his eyes and brows seemingly reflecting the flow of mountains and rivers, and slowly said, "I want the Demon Flower."
The two men, who were on the verge of exchanging blows, were suddenly overjoyed.
Wenren Tuo felt that this mortal was ungrateful, and barely suppressed his anger, saying, "What do you want it for?"
Fu Mingxu looked up at him, his voice like a summer spring, and said slowly, "It's pretty, and it's good for flower arranging."
A note from the author:
Fu Mingxu: Yes, that's how rebellious I am.
Thank you so much for your support! I will continue to work hard!
Chapter 35
The frustration that had just appeared on Dao Ren's face seemed to have found a host, and it instantly transferred to Wen Ren Tuo's heart.
His finger trembled as he pointed at Fu Mingxu: "You...you..."
Fu Mingxu blinked: "What's wrong with me?"
Wenren Tuo was about to speak again when he met the cold light in the golden eyes, and his aura instinctively weakened.
The other onlookers were astonished to see even a master alchemist from the Medicine Sect defeated by the words of a mere mortal. In particular, the dragon clan leader and Immortal Lord Siyang standing on either side of him did not find him arrogant or domineering; they actually seemed to be eager to seize the Demon Flower for a laugh.
Is this the power of love?
They didn't understand, but they were deeply shocked.
Fu Mingxu was furious with Wenren Tuo and said no more.
He definitely wanted the Demon Flower King and the Demon Source Pill formula, but he didn't want Han Tao and Immortal Lord Si Yang to argue again.
After all, the dragon soul within Han Tao's body couldn't withstand such torment.
Moreover, if Immortal Lord Siyang obtains the Demon Flower and then hands it over to him, wouldn't Han Tao be indirectly indebted to him?
He felt that this was not a good idea.
Fu Mingxu thought of this but didn't say anything. Instead, he winked at the mermaid and secretly pointed at Han Tao with his finger.
The merman immediately understood, and he trusted the tailed species even more, shouting, "Of course, it's first come, first served!"
Thus, the matter of the Demon Flower naturally fell to Han Tao.
Fu Mingxu cast an apologetic glance at Si Yang Xianjun.
Immortal Lord Siyang was naturally not angry with this future disciple. Instead, he smiled at him and said, "It's alright. I will find even better rare and precious materials to send to you."
What's infuriating is that his future disciple has become the dragon's mate.
Looking at Han Tao's cold face and wary gaze, a sudden idea flashed in his mind.
Wait a minute, if Fu Mingxu really becomes his disciple, then wouldn't this dragon also have to respectfully call him Master?
This deal is a great bargain!
Han Tao and the merman finalized the terms of the deal, and the lively auction came to an end.
With him and Immortal Lord Siyang present, no one dared to step forward to cause trouble.
Another alchemist from the Medicine Sect frowned, looked at Wenren Tuo, and said, "We urgently need the Demon Life Flower. How can you give it to him so easily?"
Wenren Tuo's eyes flickered, and he whispered in his ear, "Even if they get it, can they refine it? In the end, they'll still have to ask us for help."
His confidence inspired his fellow disciples, who were already hoping that Han Tao could obtain the Demon Flower as soon as possible.
However, the fellow alchemists still had some concerns: "If they don't use them to refine pills, then... then they really just use them for flower arranging?"
Reminded by him, Wenren Tuo was startled and quickly became uncertain.
He pondered for a moment, then said, "Let's go and investigate. If we can communicate well with the Tianxuan Sect, we can meet Meng Shui's conditions ahead of schedule. I don't believe he would choose the more distant option."
After all, communication between people is much easier than communication between people and dragons.
The two agreed on their plan, exchanged a glance, and headed towards the Tianxuan Sect.
The alchemist from the Sword Sect who was standing nearby had remained silent since the appearance of Immortal Lord Siyang, and then quietly left.
After receiving Han Tao's promise, the merman Meng Shui followed the two out of the auction house.
Fu Mingxu didn't want to pay attention to the undercurrents between Han Tao and Si Yang Xianjun. As he walked, he turned to look at him and said, "You can wait for news at the auction house."
Meng Shui shook his head: "I want to see my wife as soon as possible."
Seeing his stubbornness, Fu Mingxu didn't say anything more. Chang Hong had already brought back news of the Demon Flower, and he had no plans to return to Shen Ange's place now.
The group arrived at Yunshilou Restaurant and received a warm welcome from Manager Liu.
Looking at the newly renovated restaurant, Fu Mingxu marveled at the speed at which buildings were constructed in the cultivation world.
"Master, the restaurant will be closed for the time being," Manager Liu said with a smile. "We have prepared guest rooms for you all."
Si Yang Immortal Lord raised an eyebrow: "Oh, your dragon clan even has a restaurant here?"
Han Tao countered, "Doesn't the Tianyan Sect have one?"