"Is this your sincerity?"
Su Hongxiu glanced at the box of spirit stones before her, her lips parting to utter a few words.
He raised an eyebrow slightly, clearly displeased.
Feng Guangyao's heart sank, his mouth twitching fiercely as he subconsciously glanced at the spirit stones.
Feng Qingcheng, unable to contain her impatience, spoke first, "Sixth Master, your box of medicinal herbs was only with me for two days. I examined them roughly, and not a single herb was missing. Their usability is absolutely not affected."
In her heart, she was grateful that she hadn't rushed to use the herbs, otherwise, she might not have been able to make up for the deficit.
Her heart was also bleeding; her chest ached terribly.
The herbs had just arrived, and before they had even warmed up, she had to hand them over, and to Feng Ninghe, that good-for-nothing, no less. How could she be willing?
Su Hongxiu casually fanned himself with his long, slender hand, his expression chilling. His male voice slowly stated, "Is Feng Guangyao trying to beg for alms?"
He was clearly not satisfied with the fifty thousand spirit stones.
Feng Guangyao stumbled, his blood rushing to his head, and he felt a dizzy spell, nearly losing consciousness.
"Father!"
Feng Qingcheng, quick as lightning, steadied Feng Guangyao.
Feng Guangyao gasped for air, his face ashen.
Feng Qingcheng gritted her teeth and, with a wave of her hand, produced a chest of jewels.
Under the sunlight, the jewels sparkled brilliantly, exceptionally dazzling.
These were gifts from suitors and those who wanted to curry favor with her. She never expected that after years of treasuring them, she would still have to bring them out.
"Sixth Master, are you satisfied now?"
She tilted her head slightly, looking up at Su Hongxiu with a hint of dissatisfaction, her eyes flickering with an indescribable depth.
He was clearly a tough man, yet his heart was so small.
Su Hongxiu cast a cursory glance at the chest full of jewels before him, the corners of his thin lips curling imperceptibly. "The Feng family is truly too kind. Since you insist, I will respectfully accept."
A breath got stuck in Feng Guangyao's chest, unable to rise or fall. He felt suffocated, unable to utter a single word.
This Sixth Master was vengeful and narrow-minded. He would have to stay far away from him in the future to avoid any further trouble.
Feng Qingcheng did not forget to look at the two people struggling on the ground and specifically asked, "Sixth Master, what about them..."
Su Hongxiu ignored her, his gaze falling on Feng Ninghe. "It's about time. I should be going back. Why don't you escort me?"
Feng Ninghe did not refuse, nodding in agreement.
Di Wenbin became anxious, repeatedly calling out, "Sixth Master, you are leaving, why won't you let me up?"
The oppressive pressure prevented him from rising, leaving him like a small dog, sprawled on the ground, unable to move.
Wang Junzhao was in an even worse state, his face pressed against the ground. He wanted to say something but lacked the energy.
Ignoring Di Wenbin's cries, Su Hongxiu did not look back.
Watching the figures depart, Feng Qingcheng's composure finally broke. She bit her lip tightly, staring fiercely at that retreating figure.
"After years apart, Feng Ninghe has grown quite a bit."
She slowly uttered the words, her voice filled with jealousy.
Su Hongxiu was narrow-minded. It was impossible to get along well with such a person without some skill.
Seeing them leave, Feng Tongtong dared to emerge from the crowd and quickly approached Feng Qingcheng, gritting her teeth. "Feng Ninghe can curry favor with Sixth Master. She must have used some unsavory methods in secret!"
Feng Guangyao rubbed his temples, his head throbbing. "From now on, we will all stay away from this Sixth Master. This person is definitely not to be trifled with."
The elders of the Feng family hurried towards Di Wenbin.
At this moment, Di Wenbin was in utter disarray, like a small dog being paraded for all to see.
The First Elder looked at the other elders and quickly said, "With my own strength, I cannot rescue young brother Di. I will have to trouble all of you elders to lend me a hand."
The elders agreed without hesitation.
Even Feng Qingcheng and Feng Guangyao joined the rescue effort.
After much effort, they finally managed to dispel the oppressive pressure on Di Wenbin.
Di Wenbin's face was ashen. Gritting his teeth, he stepped forward, wanting to give chase. "The esteemed Sixth Master, with such a high reputation, treats people like this. I cannot swallow this insult. I must have an explanation from him!"
As soon as he took a step, Feng Qingcheng stopped him, gently persuading, "Junior Brother Di, even I am no match for Sixth Master, let alone you. It's better to avoid trouble. Even if you cannot swallow this insult, now is not the time to confront him."
Recalling the embarrassing scene just now, Di Wenbin gritted his teeth but could only halt his steps.
If he truly pursued them, he would only be the one humiliated.
Wang Junzhao also nodded repeatedly, his eyes filled with intense fear. "Senior Brother Di, Sixth Master's cultivation is profound. He is not someone you or I can contend with. Even if you want to vent your anger, it's not now."
Di Wenbin understood the implications and sighed, his head drooping in dejection.
The First Elder's gaze quickly fell on the two of them, and he said apologetically, "Our Feng family has not provided proper hospitality. Sixth Master's strength is too great. Even with the combined efforts of several elders, we could not match him, and we have caused you two to suffer."
"Elder, you are too kind."
Di Wenbin shook his head and quickly explained, "I am not an unreasonable person. The culprit is not the Feng family. It's just that we truly lack the ability to defeat Sixth Master. It was Sixth Master who acted against us, not the Feng family. We cannot blame the Feng family."
Wang Junzhao nodded in agreement. "Senior Brother Di is right. Sister Qingcheng even spoke up for us just now. By rights, we should thank her properly."
Feng Qingcheng also wanted to make a good impression on them, which was why she spoke up.
If she wanted these two to trust her, she couldn't remain indifferent.
Di Wenbin looked at Feng Qingcheng with a hint of self-reproach. "Sister Qingcheng, I have caused you trouble."
He had not forgotten that Sister Qingcheng had tried to help them earlier and had even been injured herself.
Seeing his self-reproachful demeanor, a hint of depth flickered in Feng Qingcheng's eyes, and a faint smile graced her soft, tender face. "Junior Brother Di, you are too polite. We are fellow disciples, and we should help each other when needed."
Di Wenbin's eyes lit up slightly, a trace of admiration in them. "Sister Qingcheng is truly good, knowing how to care for fellow disciples. Look at that detestable woman, Feng Ninghe, with her beautiful face but such crude behavior!"
Mentioning Feng Ninghe, Feng Qingcheng's gaze suddenly sharpened, and her thoughts began to swirl.
That bitch's abilities were growing, and now she had even managed to curry favor with Sixth Master.
With Sixth Master backing her, it would indeed be quite difficult to deal with her.
The scene before him was all seen by Old Man Xu. He couldn't help but tut, then turned around with great composure and left.
The second young lady of the Feng family was much smarter than the third.
She knew how to use others to achieve her goals. Even if she didn't act herself in the future, these two juniors from the Immortal Sect would be enough to cause trouble.