Although she belonged to the Mittel family, offending a third-grade alchemist was still a serious matter.
Yafei shook her head softly. Originally, she had planned to use her family's influence to deal with this pervert, but Xiao Yan acted first, making it hard for her to claim the upper hand.
If Xiao Yan hadn't acted, she wouldn't have been so decisive.
"Don't worry, Yafei. This guy won't leave Utan City alive."
Xiao Yan smiled faintly.
"A third-grade alchemist isn't a big deal."
Hearing this, Yafei's eyes twitched slightly, and her gaze toward Xiao Yan became more serious.
If it weren't for previous encounters proving Xiao Yan exceptional, she would have dismissed his words as childish nonsense.
Yet, Xiao Yan's behavior today made her trust his words without question.
"To treat a third-grade alchemist with such disregard… could it be that this little guy has a fifth-grade alchemist backing him?"
Thinking of this, Yafei's breath became slightly heavy.
There were only a few fifth-grade alchemists in the entire Gamma Empire.
Their status rivaled that of Dou Wang-level warriors, and even the Mittel family head would show utmost respect.
Having a connection to such a figure could greatly aid her in her future bid for the family headship.
"I really can't understand it… this little kid seems scarier than the old foxes in the Imperial Capital."
Shaking her head, Yafei smiled wryly. Besides Xiao Yan's apparent background, his unusual strength and decisive, ruthless nature were equally astonishing.
"Hehe, you don't need to worry about that. From now on, only I can openly tease you, Yafei."
Xiao Yan chuckled, quietly looking into Yafei's bright eyes.
His gaze was gentle, yet carried an unspoken dominance. It was a naked possessive stare without any lecherous intent.
Under such eyes, Yafei's heart skipped a beat. A subtle, inexplicable flutter rose within her, unnoticed even by herself.
"You're quite cheeky for someone so young."
Fortunately, her mind was sharp, and she quickly recovered from Xiao Yan's influence.
Covering her red lips with her jade hand, she smiled: "Still the same words: wait until your hair grows fully."
Yafei's teasing slightly flustered Xiao Yan.
Taking a deep breath, he pointed toward the hidden Foundation Building Spirit Liquid and said softly:
"After auctioning these two bottles, use the proceeds to buy materials for my prescription. There's no rush this time. You can gradually collect the Earth Core Spirit Milk."
"Collect more materials?"
Yafei paused, looking at Xiao Yan with slight complaint:
"I thought you were coming to repay me this time, not make me do more hard work."
Xiao Yan didn't even raise an eyebrow at her complaint, calmly replying:
"This time, I only need to keep two portions for myself.
The rest, after successful refinement, you auction. The profits we split evenly."
"Split evenly?"
Yafei was momentarily stunned, then her delicate face lit up with joy.
Although the Foundation Building Spirit Liquid wasn't as valuable as Ju Qi San, selling a bottle for 30–40 thousand gold coins was manageable for her.
Selling both bottles, and after considering time for urgent procurement of Earth Core Spirit Milk, could convert into more than ten sets of medicinal materials.
Compared to Xiao Yan's mere two sets, the profit split was generous.
For Yafei, newly assigned by her family, this was a significant achievement.
"I knew it! Coming to Utan City was a treasure!"
Looking at Xiao Yan's handsome little face, Yafei suddenly had the urge to give him a sharp kiss.
"From now on, you handle materials and auctions. I'll take care of the alchemy."
Xiao Yan smiled faintly and stepped out of Yafei's room.
"Where are you going? Liu Xi now bears a grudge against you. He might take revenge."
Seeing him leave, Yafei couldn't help but worry.
"Perfect timing. I also want to take out an opportunity to deal with him."
Xiao Yan turned back, grinning, showing a row of white teeth, then left the Mittel Auction House without looking back.
"This little guy… really a monster."
Watching him leave, Yafei pursed her lips.
If any other child said they'd take out a two-star Dou Qi, she would have laughed. But Xiao Yan's words carried no doubt.
Utan City's night was relatively quiet, though many pleasure districts still shone bright. During the day, a drunken Liu Xi staggered out from one such place, cursing.
"You little bastard! I'll make your life hell! And you, Yafei, you'll kneel and beg me one day!"
Suddenly, a chill swept past. Liu Xi looked up to see a boy, whose body was still growing, smiling at him.
"Sorry, you won't have that chance."
"This time… I'll kill you four years early."
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