Nine Revolutions Star Transformation

Chapter 429: Chapter 442: 100 Million Star Stones

Young Master Wenqin never imagined that Chu Linfeng would propose such a condition, completely disregarding his presence. Although he was someone who always kept his promises, he still had pride to maintain. How would he hold his ground in Canglan Ancient Land in the future?

”No way, you need to propose another condition. I won’t agree to this.” Young Master Wenqin immediately said.

Chu Linfeng had already anticipated that the other party wouldn’t accept it. If he did agree, he wouldn’t be one of the Four Great Young Masters. Sometimes, pride is more important than life itself. People live for a breath, and Buddha fights for incense; he certainly wouldn’t accept.

”It seems Young Master Wenqin is someone who breaks promises easily. I reckon it’s just an undeserved reputation.” Chu Linfeng laughed.

”It’s not that I’m disregarding credit; could you propose another condition? As long as it’s not this one, I will agree to anything else. I can’t let my sect’s reputation be tarnished.” Young Master Wenqin said helplessly.

At this moment, he realized he had been manipulated by this guy from the beginning. He had been masking his abilities to seem like an outstanding young man, yet surprisingly, he was a dark horse with unimaginable strength.

Chu Linfeng slightly frowned and said, ”How about this—instead of the current condition, if you can help me obtain the Gold Spirit Pearl since we’re already near the Carefree Palace, we can call it even.”

Upon hearing Chu Linfeng’s proposal, Young Master Wenqin felt on the verge of losing his temper; it was clearly intended to trouble him. The first condition concerned pride, while the latter directly involved his life.

If obtaining something from the Carefree Palace was so easy, it wouldn’t even be the Carefree Palace. It’s the strongest sect among the Nine Major Sects; retrieving the item is like finding a needle in a haystack.

”It seems you’re deliberately making things difficult for me. I’m willing to agree to any condition, yet you intentionally cause trouble. The Carefree Palace—is it one you think anyone can enter and exit freely?

Even I need to report ahead if I want to enter the Carefree Palace and get permission first. Do you know the significance of the Gold Spirit Pearl? It’s the dowry from the current Carefree Palace Master to Saintess Qing Ruming. Only those who become her husband might have a chance.

Unfortunately, she has been in love with Young Master Feiyu for a long time. After the sect’s martial arts competition, they will marry. Do you expect me to steal Qing Ruming away from Young Master Feiyu? Even if I wanted to, I wouldn’t dare. Young Master Feiyu has been the number one among the youth for three years; competing with him for his woman would be seeking death.” Young Master Wenqin said indignantly.

”Is that so? If you hadn’t mentioned it, I wouldn’t have known. In that case, let’s stick to the first condition where you become my subordinate. But don’t worry, I won’t ask you to agree now. Wait until I defeat Young Master Feiyu and marry Qing Ruming, then you can reconsider.” Chu Linfeng laughed.

Young Master Wenqin’s words startled him internally, but despite the difficulty of winning Qing Ruming’s heart, he decided to give it a try. Sacrificing his looks once for the Gold Spirit Pearl was worthwhile.

”You? Trying to marry Qing Ruming? I think you should forget about it. You even plan to defeat Young Master Feiyu; it’s the funniest joke I’ve heard today. Not to mention you alone—even if we joined forces, we might not be a match for Young Master Feiyu. Moreover, they’ve long been in love with each other; I truly don’t know what to say to you.” Young Master Wenqin said speechlessly to Chu Linfeng.

”I didn’t say it would be now. Who can predict future events?” Chu Linfeng smiled indifferently as if this matter were not a big deal.

”Alright, if you really can do it, I’ll gladly recognize you as my older brother. But for now, we need to enter the city. You’re aware of the auction, right? It’s held once every three years with many rare treasures.” Young Master Wenqin said.

”Are you here in Huangyang City for this matter? Are you not going to deal with the Wang Family Manor situation?” Chu Linfeng asked.

”That trivial Wang Family Manor matter is definitely not something I would handle. Don’t worry; someone will investigate it. It’s the Celestial Fragrance Pavilion’s domain; leaving such matters unchecked would be surprising.” Young Master Wenqin finished speaking and headed toward the city gate.

As soon as the guard at the gate saw Young Master Wenqin, he smiled and said, ”Young Master Wenqin is here too. Yesterday, the other two young masters arrived; seems like the Four Great Young Masters are gathering again.”

”Oh, it seems they’re quite speedy. Here’s the entrance fee, the rest is for you brothers.” Young Master Wenqin said as he tossed an exquisite Star Stone to the guard.

”Thank you, Young Master Wenqin! Thank you!” The guard hurriedly expressed gratitude, a single exquisite Star Stone could be worth half a lifetime of wages for him.

Seeing the exquisite Star Stone, Chu Linfeng slightly furrowed his brow. Truly, Young Master Wenqin was indeed wealthy.

He then stepped forward as well, offering ten Upper Grade Star Stones to the guard before entering the city. Young Master Wenqin, seeing the Star Stones Chu Linfeng gave, said with a smile, ”The items at this auction are indeed valuable. If you fancy something but lack enough Star Stones, it would be unfortunate. Shall I lend you ten exquisite Star Stones, and drop that condition?”

”I don’t need anything, and even if I did, the Star Stones I have would suffice. No need to bother you.” Chu Linfeng promptly refused.

”Since you won’t accept, I won’t insist. However, I hope you can do something for me regarding the auction. You will certainly be rewarded well afterward.” Young Master Wenqin said.

”What’s the task? You don’t expect me to disrupt the auction, do you? I don’t have the guts. Huangyang City is under the Carefree Palace’s control; the host must be from the Carefree Palace too. I want to live a few more years.” Chu Linfeng said with seriousness.

”It’s not as serious as you think. I’m merely asking you to act as a decoy, pushing up the prices of certain items and letting others purchase them. Once it happens a few times, people will naturally notice you.

When I want to buy something, if you make a bid, others, having been fooled a few times, will naturally become wary of you. At that point, fewer people will compete with me, allowing me to purchase the desired items at a lower price.” Young Master Wenqin said.

”What if I call a high price, and no one buys afterward? Wouldn’t you lose terribly?” Chu Linfeng asked, secretly amused. You haven’t seen the likes of my auction tactics; suggesting this so-called decoy concept is laughable.

”You’ll need to rely on your judgment. If others continue bidding, you should stop when the price is high. Of course, if nobody bids in the end, you’ll have to make the purchase. Just remember the highest price can’t exceed ten million Star Stones. I don’t have many; only thirty million. The items I need should cost around twenty million.” Young Master Wenqin said.

This guy really is wealthy. Chu Linfeng’s heart stirred as he immediately asked, ”Is there anyone here using Star Crystals for bidding?”

”Star Crystals? Are you joking? A single Star Crystal is worth at least one hundred million Star Stones. In the whole of Canglan Ancient Land, there aren’t more than five people with Star Crystals. You’re truly dreaming.” Young Master Wenqin said.

Just then, two young men approached from a distance, and upon seeing Young Master Wenqin, one of them called out, ”Brother Wenqin, you’ve just arrived? We’ve been waiting for you for quite a while...”