novelhk Chapter 481 I hate people who haggle the most!
Chapter 481 I hate people who haggle the most!
Chapter 481 I hate people who haggle the most!
Holding a large plate in his hands, he ate what was on the plate while looking at the exquisite pastries on the long table.
While eating heartily, Ye Nanxiao also pulled a waiter aside and asked him to follow behind him to help carry pastries and drinks.
The surrounding waiters were completely helpless.
Those who received invitations to attend the banquet were all wealthy and noble families, and Ye Nanxiao's clothes were made of very expensive fabric. Although his behavior was improper, no one dared to step forward to advise him.
At a banquet for the powerful and wealthy, you might bump into someone with an incredibly influential background.
"Pah, this is sickeningly sweet! It's all just mindless pastries that won't fill you up." Ye Nanxiao gulped down a mouthful of wine, smacked his lips, and tossed the small wine jug to the waiter behind him.
It was called a banquet, but in reality it was just a gathering for these powerful and influential people to exchange benefits.
Who actually comes here to eat?
Ye Nanxiao wiped his mouth, his playful expression vanished, and his aura became more subdued.
The waiter following Ye Nanxiao stared wide-eyed. As a servant of the Wen family, he had worked for the Wen family for more than ten years. What kind of powerful and wealthy lords and young nobles hadn't he seen?
But the person in front of me, who looked like a street urchin one second and instantly transformed into a serene nobleman the next, was a sight I'd never seen before.
The brief shock prompted the waiter to ask, "Sir... would you like me to carry these pastries for you?"
Ye Nanxiao waved his hand slightly and said, "No need, these things won't fill you up, they'll only make you feel greasy."
Reaching out to take the small wine jug from the tray, Ye Nanxiao strode confidently towards the most bustling part of the crowd.
After the sly aura emanating from Ye Nanxiao disappeared, the nobles who had been secretly watching him, hoping to see him make a fool of himself, became restless and wanted to step forward and have a chat.
They could tell that this person, both in terms of his demeanor and clothing, must come from a large family.
It's even possible that he's an old monster hiding beneath a youthful face.
Although it's just a guess, what if it's true?
"Young master."
A wealthy and elegant woman with a stunning figure, dressed in a vibrant red dress, walked up to Ye Nanxiao.
The noblewoman gently brushed aside her short hair, revealing her exquisite earrings. With a perfect smile on her face, she leaned slightly towards Ye Nanxiao because of her high heels, revealing her perfect magnanimity.
Hearing the sound, Ye Nanxiao turned his head to look.
"This young master looks unfamiliar. Is this your first time attending a banquet?" the noblewoman asked softly.
Ye Nanxiao shook his head slightly, "No."
"Then I am truly fortunate to meet such a celestial being. I am Wang Yao. May I ask how this gentleman is addressed?" Wang Yao placed her left hand on her right, emphasizing her advantageous position.
Seeing this, Ye Nanxiao smiled slightly and said, "Madam, you flatter me. I am Xiao Nanye, just a commoner, not a celestial being, much less a young master."
"Xiao Nanye," Wang Yao silently repeated the name Ye Nanxiao had mentioned in her mind, searching through her memories.
Those who had been listening intently to the conversation quickly recognized the name "Xiao Nanye".
"It's that 'Thousand-Faced Strongman'! Xiao Nanye, who once toyed with the Aodu Chamber of Commerce!"
These words immediately elicited a series of hushed gasps.
Upon hearing the prompt, Wang Yao's eyes widened slightly.
Although she didn't know anything about "Thousand Faces," she was certainly familiar with the name of the Aodu Chamber of Commerce.
That's the most powerful force in Mingdu right now, at the height of its power.
Immediately, Wang Yao's gaze towards Ye Nanxiao changed, her eyes filled with intense interest.
Those present were all nobles and members of aristocratic families, each possessing extremely powerful intelligence networks.
As the first person exclaimed in surprise, others began to recall the name "Xiao Nanye".
"It is said that the Golden Judge of the Aodu Chamber of Commerce has been constantly toyed with by Xiao Nanye. He has tried to capture Xiao Nanye many times, but all his efforts have been in vain. In the end, Chairman Li had no choice but to remove Xiao Nanye from the blacklist of the Aodu Chamber of Commerce!" A middle-aged man said in a deep voice, his eyes full of fear and excitement as he looked at Ye Nanxiao.
The Chairman Li he mentioned was none other than Li Yuanren, the current chairman of the Aodu Chamber of Commerce.
"The title is correct, young master is indeed young master. I just didn't expect you to look so young." Wang Yao reached out and took a glass of light red wine from the waiter next to her and handed it to Ye Nanxiao.
"Young master, would you mind doing me the honor of having a drink with me?" Wang Yao said with a smile.
Ye Nanxiao took the wine glass and took a small sip.
He wasn't afraid of any other additives in the liquor; as long as it was poisonous, he wasn't afraid.
"Of course, how could I refuse such a beautiful lady's invitation?" Ye Nanxiao put on a fake smile.
Seeing that Ye Nanxiao had drunk the wine, Wang Yao went a step further, extending her wine cup and gently clinking it against Ye Nanxiao's, extending an invitation, "I wonder if this young master has time tonight? My family has quite a few fine wines hidden away, all rare and exquisite brews."
Seemingly afraid that her invitation would be rejected, Wang Yao took a few steps closer and exhaled a few fragrant breaths.
The rich and unique fragrance filled his nostrils, and Ye Nanxiao frowned slightly.
Am I being treated like a weak little white rabbit?
Just as Wang Yao was about to extend a further invitation, a hearty laugh interrupted her.
"Hahaha! Madam Wang is trying to steal my guests!"
Wen Chong led a group of ministers into the crowd, staring at Wang Yao with a smile.
"How could that be? It's just that I feel a connection with Young Master Xiao and would like to exchange ideas more often," Wang Yao said with a calm smile.
"Then Madam will have to wait until next time!" Wen Chong said without giving her a chance.
Seeing Wen Chong's resolute attitude, Wang Yao, holding her wine cup, said to Ye Nanxiao, "I look forward to our next meeting, Young Master Xiao. I will prepare fine wine and wait for you under the moon."
After speaking, she swayed, creating a fragrant breeze.
As Ye Nanxiao watched Wang Yao's departing figure, he suddenly felt a strange fluctuation of soul power, and his left hand twitched slightly.
Seeing Ye Nanxiao staring at Wang Yao's back, Wen Chong chuckled inwardly. Even heroes can't resist the charms of a beautiful woman, especially one who has stood the test of time.
"Young Master Xiao, your presence here from afar is truly an honor for the Wen family! I have prepared a welcome banquet for you! I guarantee you will be satisfied!" Wen Chong said with a smile.
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From the conversation among those nobles, Wen Chong recalled that Xiao Nanye was someone who had once left the Aodu Chamber of Commerce helpless.
Although he didn't know Xiao Nanye's purpose in coming to the Wen family, Wen Chong believed that as long as he befriended him, he would gain another friend.
No one would refuse to befriend a strong person.
"You're too kind, Master Wen." Ye Nanxiao smiled and followed the servant who was leading the way.
The reception room that Wen Chong prepared for Xiao Nanye could be summed up in one word: luxury.
The wall facing the gate was hollowed out and covered with various royal gifts, silently proclaiming the Wen family's current deep favor from Emperor Xu Tianran.
Wen Chong beckoned, and a pair of beautiful women entered carrying wine.
After setting down the wine tray, he naturally walked behind Ye Nanxiao and began to massage Ye Nanxiao's shoulders and back.
Wen Chong sat in the main seat. "May I ask what brings Young Master Xiao here tonight?"
"Just as Patriarch Wen thought, let's make friends," Ye Nanxiao said, toying with a white jade wine pot.
"Oh? Let's be friends?" Wen Chong repeated.
"Does Patriarch Wen know who is currently in charge of Mingdu? I've heard that the Wen family is highly regarded by the current Sun and Moon Emperor, so I've come to pay a visit. Having more friends brings more good fortune," Ye Nanxiao said with a smile. "Don't you agree, Patriarch Wen?"
"That's for sure. Every one of my friends has extraordinary abilities," Wen Chong said meaningfully.
"That's troublesome. Besides tinkering with some simple soul tools and having some strength to beat people up, I don't have any other skills," Ye Nanxiao said, scratching his head and pretending to be troubled.
"Haha, I believe that Young Master Xiao's reputation must mean he has extraordinary abilities! The Wen family is determined to befriend him!" Wen Chong was delighted to see that Ye Nanxiao's intentions were clear.
Having a powerful Soul Master as a friend brings numerous benefits.
Furthermore, the fact that the Aodu Chamber of Commerce was powerless against this person only demonstrates the latter's strength.
Wen Chong's eyes flickered as he thought, "Since Xiao Nanye is a powerful Soul Master, could he help me solve the problem that has been troubling the Wen family's rise to power?"
But what if the other party has impure intentions?
However, Wen Chong quickly rejected this idea himself.
"This is the Wen family! The Wen family, blessed by His Majesty's imperial grace! Right under my nose! I can suppress any storm!"
With this thought in mind, Wen Chong took out a strangely shaped key from the pendant around his neck, placed it on the table, and said, "I have a question that has been troubling me for a long time. Young Master Xiao is a powerful Soul Master, could you please take a look at this Soul Guidance Key? The Wen family has experienced war in the past!"
"Due to the war, part of the Wen family's foundation was damaged, and this Soul Guidance Key was destroyed during that war!"
Wen Chong's eyes darted around as he spoke, and he continued, "However, under His Majesty's imperial grace, the Wen family has risen again! And this Soul Guidance Key has become something I use to warn future generations. Although it has no real value, I still want to repair it!"
After taking a sip of tea, Wen Chong said earnestly, "I'm not interested in soul tools, but I just want to collect them!"
"So, Young Master Xiao, could you perhaps help me repair this soul-guided key?"
After listening to Wen Chong ramble on and on, Ye Nanxiao roughly understood one thing.
This soul guide key is very important, but Wen Chong doesn't want to understand its value.
This guy actually wants to bargain with me?
I absolutely hate haggling!
Unless you pay enough money.
Amused, Ye Nanxiao looked down at the soul guide key on the table.
Upon seeing this, they were immediately stunned.
The pattern on the Soul Guidance Key looks familiar...
How similar it is! I saw it on a war behemoth when I infiltrated the Mingde Hall underground base.
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