"Mr. Xiao Tian, you've overstepped your bounds!"
Just as Xiao Tian Jirou was about to push Er Zhu away, he heard the words that sent a chill from his toes to the top of his head.
"I..."
Xiao Tian Jirou wanted to retort, but upon seeing Er Zhu's icy gaze, the words in his mouth turned to ash. After all, this was Er Zhu's home, and everyone in it was a Chinese merchant!
"Hmph, I'll prove to you that Chinese medicine is trash!"
Although he didn't dare to shout, Xiao Tian Jirou's attitude remained defiant. After uttering these words, he strode away.
"Tch, a man from a mere island nation is still so arrogant. He truly needs a lesson!"
Among the crowd, a merchant couldn't help but exclaim.
"Manager Wang, do you need us to teach this Xiao Tian Jirou a lesson for you!"
"That's right, if he dares to disrespect Mrs. Wang, he's disrespecting all of us Kyoto merchants. We must teach him a lesson!"
"Manager Wang, let me handle this. I have connections with many wealthy families in Kyoto!"
...
Before Er Zhu could speak, many merchants eagerly volunteered to avenge him, especially Guo Changliang and Liu Qing. Seeing their indignant expressions, it was as if Xiao Tian Jirou had murdered their entire families.
"No need. I will handle this matter myself. Please, you may all leave now."
Er Zhu swept his gaze over the merchants and gently waved his hand, dismissing them. These Kyoto merchants were quite shrewd, trying to use this incident to foster goodwill. Little did they know, he, Wang Er Zhu, had never taken Xiao Tian Jirou seriously!
"Oh... alright then."
Seeing Er Zhu's refusal, the merchants had wanted to persuade him further, but upon seeing his expressionless face, they could only depart.
"Manager Wang, I heard you have a fondness for antiques. This is a treasured sword from a thousand years ago that I've prepared for you. I hope you'll accept it!"
As the merchants reached the doorway, Xu Xiaofeng, holding a sword, came running in with a beaming smile.
"I recognize this sword! Its auction price reached a staggering ten billion!"
"Yes, I was at that auction too. I heard it was once used as a defensive weapon by cultivators!"
"That's right. According to the expert, it still carries spiritual energy. Even a thousand years ago, it was a rare treasure!"
...
Looking at the sword, the merchants began to whisper amongst themselves, their eyes filled with shock and envy. They too admired the sword, but its exorbitant price kept them at bay. Little did they expect that Young Master Xu had purchased it, and was now presenting it to Manager Wang! After all, although Manager Wang was the wealthiest man in Kyoto, the Xu family was a reclusive clan, representing a completely different tier of society!
"Hmm, it is indeed a fine sword."
Just as another merchant was about to speak, they saw Er Zhu pick up the sword. With a swift *whoosh*, the moment the scabbard was drawn, a cold glint flashed out, nearly blinding everyone present!
"Hehe, this treasured sword is named the Ming Yue Sword. It can slice through iron like mud and is incredibly sharp!"
Seeing Er Zhu nod slightly, Xu Xiaofeng's face was wreathed in smiles as he respectfully added.
"Alright, bring out the contract. I can cooperate with you."
Er Zhu played with the sword in his hand and uttered the words casually. Before Er Zhu finished speaking, Xu Xiaofeng had already produced the contract.
"You know my rules. I don't sell my secret formulas, only cooperate."
Er Zhu looked at Xu Xiaofeng's lecherous face, recalling the matter concerning Xu Xiaoting, and reminded him again. He didn't believe someone as vengeful as Xu Xiaofeng would let this matter go easily. Therefore, it was best to settle things beforehand; he had no time to play games with him.
"I know, we'll only cooperate, no secret formulas!"
Although Xu Xiaofeng was somewhat displeased, the sight of those crisp banknotes made him happily agree. Whether it was the secret formula or not, he truly didn't care. What he wanted was Wang Er Zhu's life! No, not just Wang Er Zhu's, but everyone connected to him had to die! Despite the smile on Xu Xiaofeng's face, his eyes were filled with murderous intent!
"My heavens, even the Xu family is actively seeking cooperation. It seems we're going to strike it rich this time!"
"Of course! Manager Wang is the wealthiest man in Kyoto. Partnering with the wealthiest man naturally means prosperity!"
"And that's not all! I heard that from Willow Town to here, everyone who has partnered with Manager Wang has become wealthy. Manager Wang is practically the God of Wealth descended to earth!"
...
Upon seeing Xu Xiaofeng's contract, the other Kyoto merchants began to chatter again, and the previously quiet living room became lively once more. Guo Changliang and Liu Qing were so happy they could have jumped for joy. They had come with a cautious hope, and now they were met with so many pleasant surprises! Wang Er Zhu had openly defied Xiao Tian Jirou! And now, Young Master Xu was actively seeking cooperation. The cooperation had just begun, and they were already halfway to success! The two of them gazed at Er Zhu with sparkling eyes, their mouths practically splitting from ear to ear.
"Alright, everyone, you may leave now."
Just as the buzz of discussion reached its peak, Er Zhu's cold voice echoed once more. Although the crowd was reluctant, they had no choice but to depart.
After everyone had left, the four women hurried downstairs, curiously gazing at the treasured sword in Er Zhu's hand.
"Er Zhu, the carvings on the scabbard are so beautiful! It's clearly a rare and precious sword!"
Wang Xiaomei exclaimed excitedly, looking at the Ming Yue Sword, and reached out as if to take it.
"Don't touch it. There's a strong aura of death on that sword. If it enters your body, you'll surely die!"
Just as Wang Xiaomei was about to touch the sword, Er Zhu suddenly spoke. Wang Xiaomei quickly withdrew her hand. That's right, the reason Er Zhu accepted the sword was not only because he liked it, but also to see what Xu Xiaofeng was up to! He had expected Xu Xiaofeng to tamper with the contract, but instead, he had laid a trap with the sword.
"This Xu family is too despicable! Er Zhu, let's go and get revenge for you!"
Wang Xiaomei's fear grew as she thought about it. She angrily declared, then grabbed Lin Qingqing and Liu Yan and headed for the door. This Xu family was becoming more and more audacious. Last time they disfigured Li Mei, and now they were trying to harm Er Zhu. She would not stand idly by!
"No need. I'll handle this. You all go back to your own tasks."
However, before they had taken more than a few steps, Er Zhu slowly spoke. The three women wanted to persuade him, but seeing his calm demeanor, they said nothing.
"Pretend you know nothing about this matter. I want to see what Xu Xiaofeng intends to do."
As Er Zhu spoke, he drew the sword again, his gaze turning icy as he looked at the cold glint of the blade.
...
At this moment, in a secret underground passage of the Xu family in Kyoto.
"Hahaha! Daoist Tian Yi, you didn't see it! Wang Er Zhu examined the sword repeatedly, but he didn't notice that I had tampered with it!"
After a burst of hearty laughter, Xu Xiaofeng clutched his stomach and said with a face full of smiles to Daoist Tian Yi beside him.
Daoist Tian Yi nodded slightly, stroked his beard, and looked thoughtfully in the direction of Er Zhu's villa. This Wang Er Zhu dared to take his things, so he must pay a bloody price!