The City’s Strongest Son-in-law

”Let’s wait until I meet him personally before making a decision. Such entities are not to be trifled with easily,” Shen Mao said.

”By the way, make sure to inform the inn to properly receive this distinguished guest,” Shen Mao quickly instructed Zhang.

”Don’t worry, boss, I’ve already made arrangements.”

Shen Mao nodded and said, ”Since he’s willing to auction the Fate Fruit, we must organize everything well. Send out the message that the auction will feature the Fate Fruit.”

”Understood,” Zhou Hai nodded.

Shen Mao sighed, an air of contemplation in his expression, and said, ”Xinlong Auction House has been in business for so many years and has seen countless treasures come and go. However, this time, it is bound to be the most sensational. It’s imaginable how those people will go to great lengths for this Fate Fruit.”

The guard looked slightly hesitant, appearing as though he wanted to say something but didn’t know how to start. Nonetheless, his intentions were clear on his face; he too hoped to acquire the Fate Fruit.

Shen Mao naturally perceived his thoughts and said, ”You’d better give up on this idea early. Things like this aren’t meant for ordinary people to enjoy. Once the news spreads, all the powerful families in Xingluo will definitely flock here. While I may have some connections in Xinluo City, compared to those families, I’m nowhere near their level.”

The light in the guard’s eyes instantly dimmed; compared to those powerful families, Shen Mao indeed counted for little.

It’s not hard to imagine how many people will fight over this Fate Fruit. Such situations aren’t ones they can casually intervene in.

After Zhou Hai returned to the auction house, he quickly arranged staff to spread the news that the auction would feature the Fate Fruit.

As soon as this news was released, it ignited the atmosphere across Xinluo City, leaving everyone utterly astonished.

Fate Fruit!

It’s something from the Sourceless Forest, a treasure worth a fortune, and no one anticipated that the auction would feature such a valuable item.

This news swept through Xinluo City like a whirlwind and, within less than a day, spread throughout Xingluo.

In the New Moon Inn, only You Meng was staying there now. When the news about the Fate Fruit arrived, Su Changfeng first came to her mind.

It was said that some mysterious individual would auction the Fate Fruit, and apart from Su Changfeng, You Meng couldn’t think of anyone else who would do such a thing.

However, what You Meng couldn’t have imagined was that Su Changfeng actually possessed the Fate Fruit, which only made her more curious about what exactly the Fate Fruit was.

After all, the terror of the Sourceless Forest is well-known. Even Primordial Masters must approach with caution. Moreover, obtaining the Fate Fruit within the Sourceless Forest is even more challenging.

”Why does this guy have the Fate Fruit?” In the depths of the night, You Meng couldn’t sleep at all; her thoughts were consumed by the Fate Fruit. She understood more than anyone how difficult it would be to obtain the Fate Fruit.

At that moment, You Meng’s gaze suddenly sharpened. She clearly sensed a presence approaching her room, evidently with ill intentions.

Could this place be a shady inn?

But soon enough, You Meng’s lips curled slightly, as she had already discerned the individual’s identity.

”This young man still hasn’t given up,” You Meng smiled as she spoke.

A while later, a familiar atmosphere arrived at the door. You Meng pretended to be asleep, making her breathing even.

The sound of ”creak” was heard as the room door was pushed open. Although the visitor’s footsteps were so light they were almost indiscernible, and would not be noticed by ordinary people, You Meng could easily sense the visitor’s every move. Even without opening her eyes, she knew exactly what the person looked like at the moment.

”Paying a late-night visit?” Just as the person approached, You Meng unexpectedly spoke up with closed eyes.

The visitor was Mu Yan’s subordinate, the old man who Mu Yan sent to teach Su Changfeng and his companions a lesson.

He naturally knew that Su Changfeng and his companions were not present, and he knew only You Meng was here, which gave him the courage to enter so boldly.

He thought that if he captured the little girl and handed her over to Mu Yan, Mu Yan certainly wouldn’t reprimand him, and they’d have a hostage to leverage against Su Changfeng.

The old man felt quite confident, as after all, there was only one little girl here; capturing her should be easy. However, when he saw the girl, who was supposed to be asleep, suddenly open her eyes, something inside him jolted harshly.

”Apologies.” Noticing You Meng was awake, he didn’t hesitate and intended to end it quickly.

Yet, as he reached out, he realized he couldn’t move at all, standing stiff like his limbs were sealed by some force.

”This... this is...” The old man’s eyes widened as if he’d seen a ghost.

You Meng sat up from the bed, curiosity in her eyes, and asked, ”I suppose you’ve investigated that there’s only me here. But you came anyway; do you think I’m easy to bully?”

Seeing the bewildered expression on You Meng’s face, the old man grew increasingly frightened.

Clearly, there was no one else here, which meant that his current inability to move was due to this little girl’s actions.

He’s a Seventh-rank Expert; it’s not as if he could be bound just like that by anyone, especially not by a mere young girl.

”Still not talking? If you remain silent, I won’t hold back. To achieve your current cultivation is no easy feat, dying like this—wouldn’t that be a shame?” You Meng continued.

Upon hearing this, the old man was consumed by fear.

Though she was just a girl in front of him, she pinpointed his rank with certainty, enough to prove her cultivation surpassed the Seventh Rank.

But isn’t this too unbelievable?

Looking at her age, she’s just a teenager; how could she possess such formidable strength?

”Who... who exactly are you?” the old man asked, terrified.

You Meng got out of bed, walked to the window, a cold voice echoing, ”Originally, it was your young master who had a confrontation with those people. But you’ve shifted the blame to me, thinking a little girl is easy to bully, right? As an expert, your actions are laughable!”

”That person is a Seven-star Beast Tamer. Although my rank is Seventh, the Seven-star Beast’s strength exceeds that of a Seventh-rank Expert. I... I simply couldn’t defeat him,” the old man replied carefully.

You Meng turned around, blinking somewhat innocently, and asked, ”Do you think you could defeat me?”

The old man previously had no doubts; it was no exaggeration to say he never thought there’d be any surprises dealing with a little girl.

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