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Effective prior communication.
The crowd below the stage couldn't help but whisper among themselves, their voices filled with admiration for Su Mu's power, skill, and reputation.
"Congratulations, Mr. Su, on achieving your goal." Ling Suxin spoke first, her smile gentle and warm, genuinely happy for him, with a hint of joy in her heart.
A subtle feeling of pride and honor.
"That's wonderful! Congratulations, Boss Su!" Lin Qingyue also offered her congratulations excitedly, her eyes sparkling with excitement and admiration, as if she were even more thrilled than herself.
My darling, you must be happy.
"Brother is the best! I knew brother could do it!" Su Zhixiao, nestled in his arms, squirmed happily, tilting her pretty little face up.
She wrapped her arms around Su Mu's neck, making no attempt to hide her pride.
Su Mu smiled, his gaze sweeping over the three faces that were happy for him. Feeling a warm glow in his heart, he gently replied, "Thank you everyone."
Soon after, a soft, rhythmic knocking sounded at the door.
A maid's respectful voice came from outside the door: "Mr. Su, Abbess Xuanjing of Xuansu Nunnery has personally delivered the Seven-Colored Divine Lotus."
Upon hearing this, Su Mu first glanced at Ling Suxin and Lin Qingyue beside him. The two women nodded slightly to him. Although Abbess Xuanjing was not beautiful...
He is obviously a person of excellent character and reputation, and would never be one to gossip.
Su Mu nodded slightly and replied gently, "Thank you for your trouble, Master. Please come in."
The door to the side room was gently pushed open, and a simply dressed Taoist nun walked in, carrying a sandalwood brocade box containing the Seven-Colored Lotus.
She was none other than Abbess Xuanjing, who had come to oversee the affairs of Xuansu Nunnery this time.
Although his talent was mediocre, his appearance unremarkable, and his cultivation unremarkable, he still managed to rise through the ranks of the sect thanks to his upright character and diligent steadfastness over decades.
He has accumulated a good reputation both internally and externally.
In terms of seniority, experience, and cultivation, she was Su Mu's senior, yet she personally came to deliver the gift, her attitude peaceful and respectful, without the slightest arrogance.
“Mr. Su.” Abbess Xuanjing held the box in one hand and the gift in the other.
Su Mu dared not be negligent and immediately stood up, solemnly returning the greeting with a humble attitude: "I am terrified that Master Xuanjing has come in person, and I really do not deserve it."
"Elder Ling." Abbess Xuanjing turned her gaze to Ling Suxin beside her, giving a slight nod in greeting, a hint of barely perceptible surprise flashing in her eyes, but...
He immediately returned to normal and didn't ask any further questions.
The Shuyu Sect and the Mianhua Sect have a long history, and their relationship has improved in recent years. It is not unusual for the elders of the two sects to be in the same room to observe the auction.
"Master Xuanjing." Ling Suxin also stood up, greeted her with a respectful and dignified demeanor, befitting an elder of the Shuyu Sect.
Su Mu steadily took the heavy brocade box from Master Xuanjing's hands, and could feel the warm spiritual energy emanating from the spiritual objects inside.
He said sincerely, "I am deeply sorry to have troubled you and the nun with this auction."
Master Xuanjing smiled calmly and waved her hand: "Mr. Su, you flatter me. Mr. Su has helped our nunnery in the past; this is nothing."
It's nothing to boast about. That this item could help Mr. Su achieve this good fortune is itself a matter of cause and effect.
Although there were concessions in this auction, Su Mu had already provided Xuan Su'an with sufficient compensation and a commitment to future cooperation through other means.
They understood each other implicitly and each got what they deserved.
"Your Excellency is truly virtuous and understanding; I, Su, am deeply grateful and will forever remember your kindness." Su Mu bowed deeply again, expressing his sincere gratitude.
gratitude.
"The goods have been delivered, so I will not disturb your enjoyment any longer." Master Xuanjing acted decisively and without any hesitation. After bowing again,
Then he turned and drifted away.
After seeing off Abbess Xuanjing, Su Mu gently opened the brocade box and checked the Seven-Colored Divine Lotus inside once more. It was brimming with spiritual energy, perfectly formed, and without a trace of imperfection.
No damage.
He carefully closed the lid and put it away properly.
A huge weight was lifted from my heart—I was now absolutely certain that I would get Aunt Gu's Dao-seeking pill.
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Chapter 131 Embracing (Part 1)
At this moment, the auctioneer below the stage was carefully presenting the high-grade pills that Su Mu had consigned for auction onto the display stand.
When those shimmering, ethereal jade vases revealed their true form under the soft light, another wave of amazement swept through the audience.
This is the third time today that Su Mu has shaken up all the cultivators present.
"Fellow Daoists, the next item in this auction is the final batch of treasures—the Grade 5 Spirit Pill, Ningbi Pill, provided by Mr. Su Mu of the Mianhua Sect."
"Purple Mansion Heart-Protecting Pill! Bidding begins now!"
This time, although the bidding was frequent, it remained within a relatively restrained and rational range. While there was competition, it was more like...
It was a tacit agreement between the parties, and there was no excessive price gouging.
However, even with this "restrained" transaction price, the figure was still astonishing to the vast majority of cultivators in the audience.
astronomical figures.
They also developed a deeper respect for Wanbaoge's profound heritage, the wealth of a major sect, and the astonishing power that Su Mu himself could mobilize.
Awe and shock.
Ultimately, the two sects that offered the highest bids won the fifth-grade pills personally refined by Su Mu, while Wanbaoge also made a fortune from the auction.
In addition to commissions and fame, Su Mu also earned a large sum of spirit stones from the pills he sold.
"Today's auction has come to a successful conclusion. Thank you all for your attendance and support." The auctioneer began the auction after the hammer fell on the last item.
Closing remarks.
At the same time, a maidservant respectfully entered the private room carrying a storage bag and presented it to Su Mu. Inside the bag were the items to be auctioned that day.
The total number of spirit stones obtained was astonishing.
"Thank you for your trouble." Su Mu took the storage bag, scanned it briefly with his divine sense, and confirmed the number of items.
He turned to look at Ling Suxin and Lin Qingyue beside him, and said in a slightly affectionate tone, "I was hoping to take this opportunity to see if there's anything that catches your eye."
Unfortunately, none of the items in today's auction seem to have caught my eye.
Upon hearing this, Ling Suxin gently shook her head, a faint smile playing on her lips: "Mr. Su, you are mistaken. The items auctioned by Wanbaoge this time..."
Each and every piece is extraordinary; they are rare treasures throughout Qingzhou and even the entire Great Zhao Kingdom. To be able to witness them is a pleasure in itself.
“Yes, yes!” Lin Qingyue nodded hurriedly in agreement, winking playfully.
"Mr. Su, please don't worry about us! It's so great to see you so closely strategizing and effortlessly winning over all sides."
Seeing their heroic bearing in their uniforms, my master and I already felt the trip was worthwhile, and we were very satisfied! Right, Master?
"Qingyue!" Ling Suxin's cheeks flushed slightly beneath her veil, and she gave a soft rebuke, but ultimately couldn't suppress her true feelings:
"Indeed, Mr. Su's calm and composed demeanor, his ability to control the situation just now, was truly admirable." As she finished speaking, she heard...
The roots have quietly turned crimson.
To the master and disciple, Su Mu seemed to radiate a kind of light; every word and action was dazzling and pleasing to the eye. As long as...
Being with him, even just quietly observing, brings a sense of peace and joy.
"You two are too kind; I, Su Mu, am truly unworthy of such praise," Su Mu said with a modest smile. "If there is an opportunity next time, I, Su Mu, will host you again and take you both to Qing..."
How about we take our time to explore the city and see what other interesting sights we can find?
"Mmm," Ling Suxin lowered her head slightly, responding shyly, but a sense of anticipation had already arisen in her heart.
Su Mu glanced at the darkening sky outside the window and said, "It's getting late. Tomorrow is the official start of the Heavenly Pride Gathering. I imagine it will be sunny soon."
Miss Yue also needs to make some preparations and conserve her energy. How about Xiaoxiao and I escort you both back to Lanyue Pavilion for a rest?
"Okay," Lin Qingyue and Ling Suxin replied in unison. Although they felt a little reluctant to see this rare gathering end, they thought about tomorrow...
I'm sure I'll see Su Mu again at the gathering, so the faint sadness of parting is quickly washed away.
The four of them left the bustling Wanbao Pavilion together and, as dusk fell, returned to the quiet and elegant Lanyue Pavilion in the east of the city.
After seeing Ling and Lin off, Su Mu naturally reached out and put his arm around Su Zhixiao's slender waist, looking down at her and softly smiling, "Alright, Xiao..."
"Xiao, we should go back too."
"Yes!" Su Zhixiao nodded vigorously, a bright smile blooming on her face.
Finally, only she and her brother were left again! Although Aunt Hu, Aunt Ning, and Qinghan were still there after returning to the Prince's Mansion, this path from the...
On the quiet path winding from Yuexuan to the Prince's Mansion, only he and his brother walked side by side.
"Xiaoxiao was so sensible and generous today." Su Mu held her hand, his fingertips gently stroking the back of her hand, his tone full of affection. "She should..."
You deserve a proper reward.
Su Zhixiao's mind is now clear and pure; the shadow of her past inner demons has long since vanished, and her cultivation is progressing rapidly. She is close to breaking through to the Golden Core realm.
It seems that all that's missing is a suitable opportunity.
"Hehe~ Since brother has spoken, of course Xiaoxiao will obey!" Su Zhixiao happily shook Su Mu's hand and bottom, like a child who had received candy.
Fruit's child.
Then, she quietly leaned close to Su Mu's ear and whispered in a coquettish and seductive tone, "Then...brother, shouldn't we reward him properly tonight?"
"Li Xiaoxiao?"
Su Mu felt the warm breath on her ear, looked down to meet her expectant, watery eyes, and responded telepathically:
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That's natural... I'll listen to Xiaoxiao tonight.
"Yes! Brother is the best!" Su Zhixiao was overjoyed to receive Su Mu's promise, and her steps became lighter and more cheerful.
As my thoughts drifted, the familiar vermilion gate of the Prince's Mansion came into view.
As soon as they stepped into the mansion, they heard Hu Chanyuan's voice: "Mu'er and Xiaoxiao are back!"
The hall was warmly lit, and Hu Chanyuan and Qinghan had prepared a table of exquisite and delicious food. Even Li Zhao, who was usually busy with official duties, was there.
Ning had finished his business and returned home early. The three women were sitting around the table, smiling and chatting as they waited for them.
"Yes, I was just escorting Elder Ling and Miss Qingyue back to Lanyue Pavilion, which took a while. I apologize for keeping everyone waiting." Su Mu explained with a hint of sympathy.
Buddhism and Taoism.
"It's alright, it's alright, it's good that you're back. Come sit down and eat!" Hu Chanyuan greeted with a smile. "Qinghan and I really put our best effort into this meal tonight."