The Feng Shui Treasure Appraiser

57: Chapter 57 Masters ClashMonk Kongyun thought for a moment and gave Han Jingyang a warm smile. ”This humble monk is somewhat well-known in Quancheng and even throughout Lu Province.”

Han Jingyang understood instantly.

This meant he was a top-tier metaphysical master in Quancheng and even Lu Province.

A celebrity, then.

No matter the industry, someone whose influence covers an entire province is no simple character.

For example, experts in the antiques trade who are recognized within a province possess significant skill and are considered top-tier nationwide.

This was even more pronounced in the metaphysics circle.

Thus, Han Jingyang chuckled and cupped his hands toward Monk Kongyun. ”So you’re a big shot at the boss level. Great Monk, remember to look out for a poor man like me struggling in the sea of bitterness when business comes your way.”

Monk Kongyun smiled and pressed his palms together. ”We are both from Quancheng; we should look out for each other. Besides, with your strength, it won’t be long before you become a world-renowned figure. At that time, it will be me asking for your care.”

Han Jingyang said with a smile, ”That’s only right.”

”This humble monk shall take his leave.”

”Take care, Great Monk. I’ll visit you at Thousand Buddha Mountain another day.”

”I shall prepare fine tea for your arrival.”

Having said that, Kongyun once again pressed his palms together and bowed to Han Jingyang.

However, this time the movement was wide but very slow, as if it were extremely strenuous.

He was, in fact, launching an attack without a sound.

Han Jingyang’s expression changed slightly.

The moment the monk bowed, he felt an overwhelming sense of pressure. He couldn’t see anything, but it felt as if a great mountain were pressing down on him, bringing a terrifying sense of impending doom.

This Great Monk was truly wicked, pulling a stunt like this right before leaving!

Han Jingyang was exasperated but didn’t know how to respond.

This was because it was his first time encountering such a situation.

Yet before he could react, Monk Kongyun’s face changed drastically. He retreated several steps, his face turning pale as he lowered his head toward Han Jingyang. ”Benefactor Han is truly unfathomable. This humble monk did not know the heights of the heavens or the depths of the earth. Please forgive me. Farewell.”

Before he even finished speaking, Monk Kongyun stumbled back, climbed into his Land Rover, started the engine, and sped away.

Hmm?

Han Jingyang blinked.

What was that about?

He just retreated in defeat for no apparent reason?

Who made a move?

Or...

Han Jingyang checked the two defensive items on his person.

The dragon plaque was perfectly fine.

The peace buckle showed no abnormalities either.

He looked back at the other items in the shop; they were all unchanged, and even the various colored auras showed no obvious disturbance, as if nothing had happened.

Finally, his gaze returned to the dragon plaque, staring at the ”Protection +9” attribute for a long while.

Was it this attribute that took effect?

And judging by Monk Kongyun’s state as he left, he seemed to have suffered internal injuries.

Did this protection attribute also have a counterattack effect?

If that were the case, wouldn’t he be invincible?

Monk Kongyun was so famous and came from a prestigious background, yet he couldn’t even break through a single Grade 5 item. How many people in the entire country could pierce his defensive layer?

At this thought, Han Jingyang’s confidence surged, and his emotions instantly stabilized.

But immediately after, he cursed, ”Old bald donkey.”

They had been chatting so pleasantly and even exchanged dharma instruments; he thought they had turned swords into plowshares.

He didn’t expect the monk to give him one last strike before leaving.

Although it was mostly a probe.

But he was still annoyed.

He would have to return the favor later and let the monk taste what it’s like to be ambushed.

Beside him, Liu Jing was confused. ”Boss, why are you cursing? Wasn’t that monk quite nice?”

”Nice in what way?”

”He’s witty, humorous, and down-to-earth. Not pretentious at all, almost like an ordinary person. He’s very easy to get along with, was always polite to you, and answered every question.”

Han Jingyang slapped his forehead.

This girl was a lost cause; she hadn’t even noticed the confrontation between him and the monk.

He hadn’t talked much with the monk, but there were many exchanges, and they weren’t exactly hidden. If she had paid a little more attention, she would have caught the undertones.

Especially when the monk introduced himself; much of the information was subtle, but the content was cold, hard reality. If one truly understood, they definitely wouldn’t think the monk was a good person.

Liu Jing saying the monk was nice just meant she hadn’t picked up on the true flavor of the conversation.

But it didn’t matter; it was enough that he knew what kind of person the monk was.

So, he patted Liu Jing on the shoulder. ”A monk is just a monk; there’s no good or bad. Stay away from him in the future, or you’ll have bad luck.”

”Boss, you’re really mean.”

”Eat, rest. We move at eleven.”

”Alright, Boss. What do you want to eat?”

...

Han Jingyang and Liu Jing feasted at Jiguang Zhai.

He Dingkun was also hosting Monk Kongyun at his villa.

He Dingkun enthusiastically introduced the dishes on the table to Monk Kongyun. ”Try this Vegetarian Ham. It was personally made by the head chef I invited from Suxin Zhai. Very few people in the world get this treatment. Great Monk, don’t be polite; it’s all vegetarian, so eat and drink to your heart’s content.”

Monk Kongyun nodded slightly, picked up a piece of Vegetarian Ham, and began to chew slowly and methodically, maintaining a steady composure.

He Dingkun was somewhat anxious. Although he hadn’t mentioned Han Jingyang, it was easy to see his impatience from the frequency with which he urged the monk to eat. Once Monk Kongyun tasted the Wensi Tofu Soup, he immediately asked, ”Great Monk, how exactly is that Han Jingyang?”

Monk Kongyun replied calmly, ”His strength is decent, but that’s about it.”

”How does he compare to you?”

”Not in the same league.”

”Does he have weaknesses?”

”Yes, his direct combat ability is weak.”

”Then did you learn his secret techniques?”

Only then did Monk Kongyun sigh performatively and shake his head. ”No. I couldn’t even figure out his lineage or sect. It’s very strange, but he certainly has something unique.”

”This...”

”But that’s only normal. How could such a powerful secret technique be easily understood by me? If it could be figured out just by chatting and looking, then the technique would be mediocre at best. Surely you understand this, Boss He.”

He Dingkun took a deep breath upon hearing this. ”Great Monk, do you mean that if I want to live a few more years, I have no choice but to bow my head to Han Jingyang?”

Monk Kongyun nodded. ”At least I am powerless. Perhaps in a few decades, even I will have to bow to him.”

”I understand. Thank you, Great Monk.”

”You’re welcome. This humble monk shall take his leave.”

”Xiaoya, see the Great Monk out.”

After Monk Kongyun left, He Dingkun’s expression darkened. He opened his phone’s photo album and pulled up several new video clips, which were footage of Monk Kongyun and Han Jingyang saying goodbye at the entrance of Jiguang Zhai.

He Dingkun repeatedly watched the segment from Monk Kongyun bowing to his pathetic departure.

After several minutes, he snorted coldly and said to Shi Xiaoya, ”The old bald donkey didn’t tell the truth.”

Shi Xiaoya bowed slightly. ”Then what should we do?”

He Dingkun took a deep breath. ”Call Old Xue. Tell him to come over. The old bald donkey isn’t on my side; he refuses to work diligently. No matter how much money you give him, he’s just an ungrateful wolf. Old Xue is different. Old Xue is a vicious wolf; he’ll do as much work as you pay him for. Besides, his curses are equally impossible to guard against. Perhaps we can find an opportunity to get a handle on that little bastard Han.”

Shi Xiaoya asked softly, ”Is Liu San not enough? Mr. Xue is powerful, but he’s too eerie. I get scared every time I see him.”