Chapter 157 - 151: The Opening

Chapter 157: Chapter 151: The Opening

In truth, Li Heng had long since noticed the faint floral fragrance that constantly clung to Hongyu and Mo Ya. The former’s was stronger, the latter’s more subtle.

But without a doubt, the fragrance—whether strong or subtle—was alluring. To say nothing of the aura emanating from the two women, which had forced him to constantly restrain himself.

Now, Hongyu’s delicate hands were on his shoulders, massaging them as her heavy floral scent continually stimulated his senses.

Meanwhile, Mo Ya’s clothes were stretched taut. Though she was fully covered, her figure was displayed to perfection. She silently walked to Li Heng’s side, extended her own delicate hands, and began to lightly massage his legs.

"Please relax, Honored Guest. Hongyu and I were specially trained by the Snow Feather Tower, and we only receive guests on the day of the Hundred Flowers Assembly. You are the very first guest that Hongyu and I have ever received."

This was the most Mo Ya had ever spoken. But it was precisely these words that caused the emotions Li Heng had been suppressing to suddenly surge.

"Please rest assured, Honored Guest. Once the window is closed, no one can see what happens in this room unless a Soul Emperor were to arrive in person. The Snow Feather Tower respects every one of its guests."

Seeing Mo Ya massaging his legs, Hongyu suddenly moved her hands from Li Heng’s shoulders. Then, with two delicate fingers, she gently picked up a piece of fruit from the table and slowly brought it to Li Heng’s lips.

Mo Ya, who had been massaging his legs, saw Hongyu’s move and picked up the Qingfeng Drunk. She took a small sip, but instead of swallowing, she slowly walked toward Li Heng.

After Hongyu fed him the piece of fruit, Li Heng knew he was done for. ’It’s not that I’m not reserved enough,’ he thought, ’it’s that the enemy’s assault is too fierce.’

’The Snow Feather Tower... is truly professional when it comes to this!’

So when he saw Mo Ya approaching with a mouthful of Qingfeng Drunk, he took the initiative and stood up.

Seeing Li Heng’s movement, Hongyu’s smile bloomed like a flower. She walked over and closed the window. "There is still half a shichen until the Hundred Flowers Assembly. The Snow Feather Tower will surely leave our Honored Guest satisfied."

’Half a shichen? So, one hour? Are you two... looking down on me?!’

"Since there’s only half a shichen, let’s talk about it after the Hundred Flowers Assembly is over!"

Although his Spirit had faltered for a moment, Li Heng suddenly came to his senses after Hongyu spoke, steadying his mind.

He then asked the two women if they had a booklet or bamboo scroll of some kind that roughly listed some of the treasures that would be up for auction.

(PS: In response to national policies and calls to action, this book firmly resists all unhealthy content! As for the extra Chapter following this one, perhaps after the book is finished...)

Li Heng considered that his medium-sized Space Stone had limited internal space, and he was also unsure about the specific transaction method for these auction treasures.

Therefore, compared to indulging in a world of pleasure, it was more important to sort out his priorities first.

When they heard Li Heng mention the treasures to be auctioned tonight, Hongyu and Mo Ya’s expressions turned serious.

Mo Ya immediately swallowed the Qingfeng Drunk in her mouth and then spoke.

"Please take a look, Honored Guest. These are the publicly announced treasures for tonight’s auction. However, for various reasons, it only records the names of the treasures and a general introduction. The detailed information and specific auction methods are confidential. We hope for your understanding."

Mo Ya produced a bamboo scroll from thin air and presented it to Li Heng with both hands.

At the same time, because business was being discussed, Hongyu ceased her attempts at seduction and also curtsied to Li Heng as she spoke.

"Please take a look, Honored Guest. These are the Courtesans to be auctioned tonight." She was also in a half-kneeling position, presenting a bamboo scroll with both hands.

Li Heng ignored the scroll with the Courtesan information, picking up the one about the auction treasures instead.

During the few days he spent at the Qingfeng Tower slaughtering Silver Thread Flying Fish, Li Heng had already formulated a plan. If he were to really bid for a treasure, he would have to flee the Dungeon immediately after obtaining it. Therefore, he had to choose either the most valuable item or the one that tempted him the most.

Right now, what concerned Li Heng the most was, of course, his Shangxue Flying Knife Technique!

His current snow affinity was still far from sufficient to achieve the subsequent long-distance movement he needed. So, based on his situation, Li Heng set a few goals.

1. Treasures that could increase his snow affinity—medicinal herbs or weapons were both fine, but pills would be best.

2. Something like an Escape Technique.

3. Snow Swordsmanship, a Longsword, or flying knives would all work!

4. A high-class, unbelievably badass soul beast pet egg!

With these goals in mind, Li Heng slowly opened the bamboo scroll Mo Ya had presented. As for the one listing the Courtesans, he had Hongyu put it away for now.

He spent the next half a shichen looking through the treasure records before finally returning the bamboo scroll to Mo Ya and asking Hongyu to open the window.

Nearly an hour of browsing through the information had given Li Heng a clear idea of what to expect. He moved to the window and, almost subconsciously, looked toward the hollowed-out central area of the Snow Feather Tower.

The Illusory Mountain Stone in the center had clearly changed. As Li Heng watched, the Illusory Mountain Stone seemed to be shrinking, and stream after stream of golden light suddenly began to pour down from the top floor of the Snow Feather Tower!

Hongyu and Mo Ya, who had automatically taken their places on either side of Li Heng, smiled upon seeing the streams of golden light. Mo Ya offered a reminder.

"The Hundred Flowers Assembly is about to begin. If any treasure or Courtesan catches your eye, Honored Guest, please just give us the word."

Li Heng nodded in acknowledgment, his gaze never leaving the golden streams of light.

He watched as the golden light poured down, then suddenly shattered just as it was about to touch the first floor of the Snow Feather Tower. The pillar-like streams of light transformed into countless golden motes, filling every floor of the tower!

A gentle breeze swept by, carrying a faint floral fragrance down from the top of the Snow Feather Tower. It accompanied the golden motes of light as they drifted into the rooms on every floor.

Following the golden, fragrant wind came the heart-gladdening sounds of string and bamboo instruments, along with a woman’s singing voice, as clear as a mountain spring.

High above the Snow Feather Tower, four young women in white robes holding musical instruments suddenly appeared, along with a peerless beauty in a red gauze dress with bare feet!

Li Heng had seen many beautiful women, but this woman in the red gauze dress was definitely among the best. A single glance was enough to leave him stunned by her beauty.

As the five women slowly descended from above the Snow Feather Tower, the Illusory Mountain Stone at the very bottom suddenly flared with light, enveloping the woman in the red gauze dress. She vanished in an instant.

At that, the music and singing came to an abrupt halt.

Li Heng then noticed that when he looked at the Illusory Mountain Stone again, he no longer saw mountains and rivers, but the woman in the red gauze dress from just moments before.

She gave a gentle smile, her city-toppling beauty reflected in the eyes of every guest staring at the Illusory Mountain Stone. Her red lips parted slightly, and a voice that stirred one’s desires drifted into their ears.

"Welcome, esteemed guests, to the Snow Feather Tower! Thanks to the kindness of the Snow Feather Tower’s proprietor, this humble one shall be your host for this evening’s Hundred Flowers Assembly!"