The Urban Medical Martial Immortal

268: Chapter 264: The Arrogant Leng Congxi (Third Release!) 268: Chapter 264: The Arrogant Leng Congxi (Third Release!) (There was an oversight in the previous chapter concerning Hu Changqing and his wife, which has now been corrected.

If there are any doubts, please feel free to review the previous chapter.

Sorry!)

Watching Lin Tian and the others leave, many in the Treasure Identification Hall could only show looks of envy and sighed inwardly.

But soon, the opportunistic attendees, seeing that Xia Chenglong and Hu Changqing were still present, quickly crowded around to curry favor.

Xia Chenglong was a major figure from Yanjing, a young master who everyone wanted to know.

And Hu Changqing had firmly sided with Lin Tian earlier and had earned his recognition and appreciation.

Moreover, since Huang Juun had nodded to working with Hu Changqing’s company, the benefits would be unimaginably vast!

The companies that could collaborate with the Sea City Group in Bin City could be counted on one hand!

Having connected with Huang Juun, Hu Changqing knew that if he could maintain good relations, he might also share in the profits eventually.

Meanwhile, as many wealthy elites continually gathered around Hu Changqing, showering him with flattery, his face bore a smile that he couldn’t quite hide.

“Merely speaking a few words for Mr.

Lin, and now receiving such a return, truly, fortune is unpredictable!”

Hu Changqing managed the crowd, all the while reflecting inwardly.

With so many rich and powerful around, his business would surely rise to the next level.

In contrast, Je Ping, standing not far away, was completely forgotten and stood awkwardly alone.

As for Xia Chenglong, after tepidly responding to the people, he returned with Fang Qing and Tang Zhe to the sofa in the ceremonial area.

“Young Master Xia, who is that woman?

She seems to be from the Dongfang Family too.

Why fear her?”

Sitting on the sofa, Fang Qing, feeling the swelling on his face, appeared uneasy and couldn’t help but ask Xia Chenglong.

Hearing this, Tang Zhe and the others also turned their heads, looking baffled.

“I know she’s from the Dongfang Family.

Her family is naturally nothing to be afraid of!

My family, the Xia Family, has never feared the Dongfang Family,” Xia Chenglong sipped his drink and exhaled deeply, “What’s terrifying is the woman herself!”

“Is her skill that formidable?”

Fang Qing and the others were taken aback.

“Not necessarily formidable!

But her identity seems rather extraordinary!”

Xia Chenglong frowned and continued, “My father warned me thrice, it’s best not to provoke Dongfang Qu Ling.

Although she’s rarely in Yanjing, my father still insists she’s one of the few in Yanjing’s younger generation that shouldn’t be provoked!”

This remark made Fang Qing and others grim-faced, quietly noting it down.

“My dad is here, I need to head to the Treasure Identification Pavilion, or I’ll get a scolding again!”

After downing the drink in his glass, Xia Chenglong nodded to Fang Qing and the others and headed towards the Treasure Identification Pavilion with two bodyguards.

…

“I can’t believe you two are siblings!”

Following Dongfang Qu Ling from the back door of the Treasure Identification Hall towards the Treasure Identification Pavilion, Lin Tian couldn’t help but express his surprise.

“Hehe, I also didn’t expect, Lin Tian, that you knew my sister!

So, what are your thoughts?”

Dongfang Yu blinked and whispered close.

“Shut up!”

Dongfang Qu Ling glared at Dongfang Yu, then said to Lin Tian, “Thank you for saving Yu earlier!

Without you, this guy… This kindness, I, Dongfang Qu Ling, cannot repay!

Just call me if you need anything in the future!”

“Sister Quu Ling, you’re too polite!”

Lin Tian shook his head slightly.

“I’ve also told you before that I stayed by Grandpa Zhou, also Chairman Zhou Li, to repay him for saving my father’s life!”

Dongfang Qu Ling explained as they walked, “This was initially known only among my family, but gradually it’s become no secret.

Back then, my father, Dongfang Ba, was the captain of the Huaxia War Wolf Team One during an overseas mission.

He almost didn’t make it back but was saved by Grandpa Zhou!

To repay him, I’ve stayed mostly in the Southern Continent area!”

Hearing this explanation, Lin Tian suddenly understood.

Soon.

The group reached the front doors of the Treasure Identification Pavilion.

Some tycoons approached from another entrance, but all seemed unfamiliar.

Entering the Treasure Identification Pavilion, it appeared like a large exhibition space, divided into two areas.

One was a display area with glass showcases filled with various objects that appeared very ancient, presumably antiques.

The other resembled an auction hall, with seats set on both sides in a fan shape, and a large exhibit platform at the center of the front aisle, which was backed by black curtains.

Lin Tian glanced at the conditions inside the Treasure Identification Pavilion and then at the exhibition area, where many people, in groups of a dozen or so, were gathering.

Judging from afar, there were at least a hundred people.

Presumably, apart from those from around Bin City, the others must be top-tier tycoons from other state cities.

Lin Tian also noticed a corner of the exhibition area where a group of Bin City’s important figures, led by Zhou Li and Liu Yan, had gathered.

“Yu, you and Huang Jun take Mr.

Lin over; I won’t be joining!”

Dongfang Qu Ling instructed, bowed respectfully to Lin Tian, then turned and left the Treasure Identification Pavilion, looking as if she had urgent matters to attend to.

“Lin Tian, let’s go.

Grandpa Zhou is over there!

But my dad left earlier; he still wanted to thank you in person for saving me!”

Dongfang Yu said as he pulled Lin Tian along, “Let me introduce you, everyone here is a big shot from various cities of the Southern Continent, and some from the East Continent!

This area is the exhibition zone, and the glass cabinets contain antiques unearthed from around the world—although they are just ordinary ones!

The real treasures will be appraised and auctioned later!

It hasn’t started yet.”

“Then who brought all these antiques here?”

While walking, Lin Tian looked around the exhibition area and asked curiously.

Dongfang Yu looked slightly surprised, “You don’t know Fuu Yushan?”

Fuu Yushan?

Lin Tian had heard this name earlier in the Treasure Identification Hall from Fang Qing and others.

This was only his second time hearing it, so Lin Tian could only shake his head showing he didn’t understand.

“Brother Yu, Mr.

Lin just attends classes or practices cultivation; he wouldn’t bother with external affairs!”

Huang Jun chimed in from the side.

Dongfang Yu then realized and explained, “Fuu Yushan is one of the top figures in the Southern Continent, even surpassing Grandpa Zhou!

In the entire Southern Continent, apart from Tang Yongnian in Xiangjiang, Fuu Yushan’s strength and prestige dominate many other eminent figures!

The Nangang Group in the Southern Continent, one of his properties, covers half of Huaxia’s southern maritime transport!

His Yushan Group is among the top five hundred corporations in the world, immensely powerful!”

“And among his numerous industries, antiques are included.

Thus, every session of the Treasure Appraisal Conference in the Southern Continent is hosted by him, attracting many magnates to bid and participate!

Sometimes, it even draws in some grandmasters—like those elusive Martial Arts Grandmasters…”

Following Dongfang Yu’s explanation, Lin Tian began to understand the origins of the Treasure Appraisal Conference.

By now, Lin Tian and the others had approached the group where Zhou Li was.

The major figures, who were previously discussing the antiques behind the glass display, noticed Lin Tian’s arrival, immediately showed surprise, and hurriedly alerted the others.

“Greetings, Master!”

Most of these dignitaries had met Lin Tian before, had received Jade Talismans made by him, and bowed respectfully.

“Master Lin!”

Zhou Li, accompanied by Huang Baike and others, approached with even greater respect.

These few had witnessed Lin Tian’s truly impressive skills firsthand; before them now was virtually an immortal!

“Chairman Zhou, everyone, no need to be so formal!

I’d rather not draw too much attention!”

Lin Tian waved his hand and said, “Besides, you all are well-known figures in Bin City; it wouldn’t be appropriate to be seen like this by major figures from other cities.”

Hearing this, everyone immediately showed gratitude; they felt that Lin Tian was saying this to protect their dignity.

“Master Leng, you’re here!”

Suddenly, a cry of surprise came, and everyone turned to look towards the entrance of the Treasure Identification Pavilion, where an old man in Tang suit with white hair was greeted politely by many dignitaries as he walked in.

The old man greeted each major figure along the way.

Soon, he reached where Zhou Li and others were.

“Elder Zhou, Elder Liu, long time no see!”

The old man in a Tang suit approached Zhou Li and Liu Yan with a smile.

“Master Leng, welcome to Bin City!

Your presence will certainly smooth the process of the antique appraisal!”

Zhou Li courteously clasped his fists and responded with a smile.

“Indeed, we’ll need to rely heavily on Master Leng later!”

Liu Yan echoed as well.

The other dignitaries also stepped forward to exchange pleasantries.

“He is Leng Congxi, our top treasure appraising grandmaster in Huaxia!”

Noticing Lin Tian’s puzzled look, Dongfang Yu quietly explained from the side.

That’s Leng Congxi?

Lin Tian’s gaze settled on the Tang-suited Leng Congxi.

After a while, seeing that Leng had nearly finished his greetings with Zhou Li and the others, Lin Tian approached directly and said straightforwardly, “Master Leng, hello!

After the treasure conference ends, could you please help me meet someone?”

“Who are you to talk to me like that, so disrespectful?”

Hearing Lin Tian’s almost commanding words, Leng Congxi frowned deeply and rebuked, “I came here out of respect for Elder Zhou and others!

Do you even have the right to speak here?

Humph, are all young people in Bin City as impolite as you?”

Zhou Li and the others looked slightly uncomfortable and were about to speak.

But Lin Tian followed with, “Then, Master, please do as you wish!”

“Elder Zhou, I’ll be going ahead!”

Leng Congxi completely ignored Lin Tian, arrogantly nodded at Zhou Li and the others, hands behind his back, and walked towards the auction hall.