Manipulative Harem God

Chapter 535: Three Thorny Flowers (2)

In the highest box, nestled within the lavish confines of silk cushions and priceless possessions, sat the three most important members of the Chen family.

"She always goes overboard with the theatrics," Chen Xiaoyu muttered, her cold silver eyes watching Jiang Yueqing with a mix of disdain and mild amusement. Her silver hair shimmered like starlight, though her expression remained as icy as ever. "Abyssal Gem, ha. The only thing that might drive these fools to madness is Jiang Yueqing's sultry voice."

The elder beside her let out a low chuckle, his deep-set eyes twinkling. "She knows her audience well. Most of these fools would empty their coffers just for her smile."

Long Tian, lounging lazily with one arm resting on the armrest, smirked but said nothing. His fingers tapped rhythmically against the wood. "She could sell them river water and call it 'Elixir of Immortality,' and half the room would start bidding," he finally drawled.

Chen Xiaoyu raised an eyebrow. "And you wouldn't be tempted to buy?"

Long Tian shot her a disgusted sideways glance. "I already have what I want. Besides, there's something far more interesting walking through those doors."

Whoosh!

Suddenly, the grand doors to the auction hall creaked open, and the low hum of chatter stilled.

A collective breath was held as a striking figure walked in, his presence so commanding that the atmosphere shifted instantly.

He was dressed in flowing white Hanfu, pristine and immaculate, and his long, snow-white hair flowed down his back like a cascade of silk. His face was sharp, handsome, and exuded a calm arrogance that made it clear he feared no one. But it wasn't just his striking appearance that caught the room's attention—it was the two women clinging to his sides.

On his right was none other than the infamous Crimson Lady, Tang Lifen. Her blood-red dress matched her fiery reputation, and her beauty was enough to make lesser men tremble. Her gaze was cool and indifferent, but her very presence stirred whispers of disbelief.

On his left, Rose, the fierce beauty with a dragon tattoo that spiraled down her arm, moved with a predatory grace. Her eyes sparkled with danger, and the crowd couldn't help but be entranced by her untamed beauty.

Behind them trailed an elderly man with a cane, his hunched posture doing little to hide the immense power that radiated from him.

And, almost stealing the spotlight herself, a fourth figure—a girl with large breasts and a mischievous smile—clung to the white-robed man's arm, pestering him endlessly.

She was none other than Chu Yaoyao, the infamous young miss of the Huanglong Dynasty, known for her wild ways and even wilder temper.

Gasps and murmurs swept through the hall like wildfire.

"Is that… Tang Lifen? The Crimson Lady? How could she be with him?"

"And… that dragon lady is also beautiful! Who in the heavens is this man?"

"Look, it's Chu Yaoyao too! What kind of sorcery is this?"

Eyes lingered on Tang Lifen and Lin Qingxue, many filled with envy as the trio made their way toward a VIP box.

Some of the men openly gawked, their gazes glued to the women, while others clenched their jaws in frustration.

"I swear, if the heavens granted me such fortune…" one man muttered, wiping the drool from his lips.

Another spat, his eyes burning with jealousy. "It's unfair! Three legendary beauties with one man? What is he, some kind of celestial?"

"I'll refine my whole family if it gets me one of them!" one desperate bidder blurted out before his companion elbowed him.

Meanwhile, in the VIP box, Chu Yaoyao tugged at Zhang Wei's sleeve, her ample chest pressing insistently against his arm. "Zhang Wei, come on, accept me as your disciple! You know I'm perfect for it! I won't take no for an answer!"

Zhang Wei glanced down at her with an amused smile, still holding Tang Lifen and Rose by the waist. "You? Disciple? Weren't you just telling me you wanted to conquer the world by yourself?"

Chu Yaoyao puffed out her cheeks in a pout. "That was one hour ago! I've evolved! Now I want to conquer it with your help. Big difference."

Tang Lifen smirked, her voice dripping with sarcasm. "Ah, so finally learned the value of teamwork?"

Rose chuckled darkly, her fingers tracing the outline of her dragon tattoo. "More like she learned the value of sticking to someone who can handle the messes she causes."

The two women, who had just met, were strangely in sync when it came to bullying this junior.

Chu Yaoyao stuck her tongue out at them, her tone still lighthearted despite their teasing. "Laugh all you want. Zhang Wei knows I'm serious!"

Zhang Wei shook his head, his voice calm but laced with amusement. "I'll consider it... if you stop pestering me for the rest of the auction."

Chu Yaoyao's eyes lit up. "Deal!"

The whispers in the hall grew even louder, especially from those who recognized the women with Zhang Wei.

"That's definitely Tang Lifen! I thought the Crimson Lady was untouchable. And now she's clinging to some man like... like..."

"Like she's been tamed?" someone finished, still in shock.

"And Chu Yaoyao—she's *famous* for causing trouble everywhere she goes. How did this guy manage to get her to follow him around?"

"He's not just anyone. He's got to be someone with serious power if these three are by his side. Either that, or he has a treasure we don't even know about…"

In the fourth-floor box, Long Tian's lips twitched into a faint smirk. "Well, this just got interesting," he murmured.

Chen Xiaoyu glanced at Zhang Wei, her cold eyes narrowing slightly. "Bastard!"

Long Tian leaned forward slightly, his gaze sharpening. "I would take revenge for you today!"

With the entire hall's attention now fixed on Zhang Wei and his entourage, the auction had suddenly become a secondary attraction.

Even Jiang Yueqing, the sultry auctioneer, couldn't help but send a lingering glance toward the mysterious white-robed man.

"Well, well," she murmured, a sly smile curling her lips. "It seems we've been graced by a guest even more interesting than our treasures tonight. Shall we see what he bids for?"

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The hall waited with bated breath, the tension and curiosity building as the auction began in earnest, but it was clear to everyone: tonight, the true spectacle had just walked through the door.