Chapter 118: Design
"Wear it if you want. After this, I'll find some artisans to create a proper design for you."
"Don't worry. I'm here, so there's no need to be afraid."
Lin Feng, of course, noticed Su Xue'Er's expression. He turned his head slightly and comforted her.
"Okay, Brother Lin, I understand!" Su Xue'Er nodded obediently.
At this moment, in Su Xue'Er's eyes, Lin Feng was like a towering mountain, always standing before her, shielding her from the wind and rain.
She believed that as long as Lin Feng was by her side, he wouldn't let anyone bully or harm her!
"HAHAHAHA! This kid actually dared to provoke President Wu. They're definitely going to break his legs and throw him out this time!"
"Yeah, he must have a death wish. He probably has no idea who this President Wu even is!"
"Sigh, poor kid. Pissing off President Wu is no joke."
...
Everyone was whispering amongst themselves, looking at Lin Feng with pity.
Who was Wu Tianxiang? He was the real estate king of Beihai City, controlling nearly half of its property market. With assets exceeding ten billion, he was a titan whose stomp could make the entire city tremble!
How ruthless and domineering must a man like that be?
For Lin Feng to oppose him was simply suicidal!
It was a battle he was guaranteed to lose. Lin Feng was walking straight to his own doom.
Thinking this, the crowd couldn't help but shake their heads in pity for Lin Feng.
'They thought Lin Feng was a total moron, an absolute fool!'
Lin Feng, of course, noticed the crowd's reaction, but he just gave them a cold glance before ignoring them completely.
These people's status was far too low. They were beneath him.
Even the power Lin Feng had casually assembled was already beyond their wildest imaginations.
To put it simply, the five hundred million that was an astronomical sum to them was a mere drop in the bucket to Lin Feng. If he wanted, he could make even more in a matter of minutes.
Because he was the heir to the Lin Financial Group, one of the most powerful clans in the country.
If he wished, he could squander hundreds of billions.
However, Lin Feng had no intention of doing so for now. He wanted to build his own business empire, and for that, he needed a stable industrial chain, not just his family's backing.
This was especially true given the unique situation his Cultivation Technique had put him in.
"Go investigate this kid for me."
Wu Tianxiang narrowed his eyes and ordered sinisterly.
"Yes, sir."
The bodyguard standing beside Wu Tianxiang accepted the order and withdrew.
His name was Chen Wu, Wu Tianxiang's personal bodyguard and part-time assistant. His strength had already reached the Peak of Late Stage Innate, a level of power that allowed him to do as he pleased in the Mortal Realm.
Furthermore, his methods were notoriously ruthless, making him a well-known and feared figure in Beihai City.
"Hmph. Kid, since you dare to provoke me, let's see what kind of treasure you can possibly put up for auction."
Wu Tianxiang looked at Lin Feng, a cruel sneer playing on his lips. 'If you don't have any treasure to auction,' he thought, 'then you can't blame me for what happens next. Heh heh.'
Lin Feng shot Wu Tianxiang a noncommittal glance. He didn't mind the man's challenge. No matter what tricks his opponent pulled, he would crush them all the same.
Lin Feng's attitude naturally infuriated Wu Tianxiang.
'Damn it, who does he think he is?! Just you wait. I'll show you how I deal with people like you!'
"A bunch of idiots. Do you even know who President Wu is? He's a big shot in Beihai City! With a single word from him, that kid will be sent packing with his tail between his legs!"
"Haha, let's see how smug that kid can be now!"
...
Meanwhile, Lin Feng couldn't even be bothered to glance at them. He simply closed his eyes, quietly waiting for the auction to continue, anticipating the surprise Elder Li had told him would appear.
But so far, this so-called auction had yet to present a single satisfying treasure. Other than two jadeite pieces, there was only an aquamarine stone that was barely worth a look, and it was a far cry from the Jade Pendant Lin Feng had acquired earlier.
Lin Feng couldn't help but frown. 'Did Elder Li lie to me?'
'But someone who could offer something like that wouldn't have any reason to, would they?'
Just as Lin Feng was growing puzzled, the auctioneer on stage tapped his gavel lightly, drawing everyone's attention.
"Thank you all once again for gracing us with your presence. It is now time to unveil our final, and most precious, lot of the evening."
"Its origins are mysterious, but I assure you, it is an exceptionally rare treasure!"
"We have invited Huaxia's renowned jewelry appraisal master, the esteemed Mr. Zhang Ronghui, to appraise it personally."
the auctioneer declared passionately. Following his words, an old man with a white beard and hair slowly ascended the stage.
"Elder Zhang!"
"My God, it's actually Elder Zhang!"
"Zhang Ronghui! He's the nation's leading jewelry appraisal master!"
...
When the old man took the stage, an uproar swept through the venue. All eyes focused on Elder Zhang with expressions of utmost respect.
This Elder Zhang was a world-renowned, top-tier jewelry appraisal master. His prestige was considerable even on a global scale, and he was highly sought after by countless tycoons and celebrities.
"I heard Elder Zhang is seventy years old, but he looks like he's in his sixties. He's so full of vigor, and his eyes are incredibly sharp. Those eyes are truly amazing."
"Elder Zhang has been in the jewelry business his entire life. He holds immense influence in Beihai City."
"I also heard that he once appraised an antique for a company, and it unexpectedly turned out to be a forgery."
"He turned that replica into something indistinguishable from the original! That's a level of skill even famous master craftsmen from the United States can't match!"
...
Although Elder Zhang was always modest and polite in public, he was, after all, a man of great stature who had long been at the top. He naturally possessed an air of authority.
"Hello, everyone. Welcome to the auction I am presenting!"
Zhang Ronghui scanned the room with a faint smile. His expression was kind and gentle, making one feel as comfortable as if bathed in a spring breeze, and he seemed very approachable.
However, Lin Feng keenly perceived a flash of apprehension in Zhang Ronghui's eyes the moment they landed on him.
'Could it be because of my aura?'
Lin Feng's brow furrowed slightly, but he didn't dwell on it. 'It could just be my imagination, after all.'
"You may find this next precious item for auction a bit strange."
"But I am here today to stake my reputation on this: this item is absolutely worth whatever price it fetches."
As he finished speaking, Zhang Ronghui slowly pulled away the black cloth, revealing the item to the expectant crowd.
"What... what is that?"