Chapter 465: Auction Conflict

Before, Kong Lianqing would have thought Qin Tuo was just bragging.

But now, he knew deep down that Qin Tuo was a powerful Cultivator. Dealing with the Liu Family would be a trivial matter for him.

Just then, Ouyang Tianqi, who was sitting beside them, couldn't resist complaining.

"That Liu Zhenghai's character is just too perverse. If I hadn't saved his life back in the day, he'd be nothing today. To think that in the end, an old man like me was just used by the Liu Family... sigh!"

Recalling those past events, it was clear that Ouyang Tianqi still hadn't come to terms with it.

Kong Lianqing nodded in agreement and said with great contempt,

"Elder Mr. Ouyang, you're right. The Liu Family truly has no shame in how they operate. And you're hardly the only one they've used, sir. If that weren't the case, the Liu Family would never have achieved its current standing!"

Chen Man Ni and Ouyang Feifei listened to all this, their expressions filled with curiosity.

Ouyang Feifei had been wronged by Liu Tao in the past, so her opinion of the Liu Family was already at rock bottom.

However, Ouyang Feifei wasn't very clear on how the Liu Family had managed to grow so powerful over the years.

Listening to their conversation, Qin Tuo naturally gained a new perspective on the Liu Family.

'So the Liu Family is really that shameless, and their reputation in the Capital City is utter trash.'

Ouyang Tianqi shook his head and sighed, not saying anything further.

Evidently, those past affairs were far from honorable and brought back many unpleasant memories for him.

"Come now, let's not dwell on these things. Everyone, eat and drink up! We'll head to the auction in a little while!"

As a man skilled in reading people, Kong Lianqing naturally picked up on this and raised his glass again to break the awkward tension.

After the meal, the group left the restaurant and went straight to the auction house.

The auction hadn't officially begun, but the venue was already bustling with activity. Many influential figures had arrived early to scope things out and gather information.

Upon arriving, Qin Tuo suddenly spotted a familiar face. A closer look revealed it was none other than Zhu Zifeng.

Zhu Zifeng noticed Qin Tuo's arrival as well. A flicker of surprise crossed his face, and he quickly walked over.

"Mr. Qin!"

Zhu Zifeng greeted him with a smile.

Kong Lianqing and Ouyang Tianqi were also a little surprised to see Zhu Zifeng. They, of course, recognized him as the young master of the Zhu Family.

Qin Tuo asked curiously,

"Why are you back? Is everything handled over there?"

Zhu Zifeng nodded and responded respectfully,

"Don't worry, Mr. Qin. I've already gotten the Blood Moon Pavilion running on the right track. I handed over full management to Miss Zeng, and then I came back."

Qin Tuo was greatly relieved to hear this.

After all, he felt indebted to Zeng Changkong. If he hadn't made these arrangements, his conscience would never be at ease.

After all, Zeng Changkong wouldn't have passed away so soon if he hadn't forced himself to peer into the secrets of heaven one last time to help Qin Tuo.

It was a debt Qin Tuo would always remember.

After they had chatted for a while, an old man leaning on a cane and flanked by a group of bodyguards walked over.

Zhu Zifeng immediately smiled and called out a greeting.

"Grandpa, you came too?"

This was the Patriarch of the Zhu Family, Zhu Zifeng's grandfather, Zhu Guirong.

Zhu Guirong shuffled over, his aged face covered in a wide smile.

"This must be Mr. Qin. A true hero in his youth, and so distinguished!"

Qin Tuo nodded and smiled in return.

Only then did Zhu Guirong notice who was standing behind Qin Tuo: on one side was Kong Lianqing, the Pavilion Master of the Security Pavilion, and on the other stood Ouyang Tianqi.

Zhu Guirong was taken aback. At the same time, this sight further convinced him that the Zhu Family's judgment had been correct. Qin Tuo was absolutely a towering tree worth relying on.

"Pavilion Master Kong, Elder Mr. Ouyang, you're here too!"

Zhu Guirong went over and struck up a conversation with the two of them.

The three were old acquaintances from the Capital City. It had been some time since they had last met, and now they were gathered here, all because of Qin Tuo.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, the group prepared to head inside.

Just then, an unwelcome party appeared in the distance.

It was the second master of the Liu Family, Liu Zhenghai, leading a large contingent of his family members over with imposing momentum.

Liu Zhenghai's face was a mask of arrogance, and no one dared to block his path.

Seeing Liu Zhenghai's menacing arrival, many people automatically moved aside to clear a path for him.

Liu Zhenghai suddenly stopped in his tracks, his eyes locking onto Qin Tuo in the distance.

Instantly, Liu Zhenghai's narrow eyes blazed with unconcealed killing intent!

He strode over coldly, snarling,

"You've got a lot of nerve, brat. After killing the young master of my Liu Family, you still dare to show your face in the Capital City!"

Seeing Liu Zhenghai striding toward him with murder in his eyes, Qin Tuo let out a cold laugh and prepared himself.

If Liu Zhenghai dared to attack him in front of this crowd, Qin Tuo wouldn't hesitate to crush him like an ant.

"Liu Zhenghai, what do you think you're doing?"

Seeing this, Zhu Guirong fiercely stamped his cane on the ground and snapped,

Liu Zhenghai, however, completely ignored him. He rolled up his sleeves, looking ready to strike Qin Tuo.

The scene startled many of the guests. They couldn't believe the people from the Liu Family were so arrogant and brazen, daring to attack someone in front of so many other guests.

Ouyang Tianqi and Kong Lianqing immediately took a subtle step forward to flank Qin Tuo, showing a united front.

Kong Lianqing, in particular, had already resolved himself. For Qin Tuo's sake, he didn't care if he made an enemy of the Liu Family.

Zhu Guirong was furious that Liu Zhenghai was showing him such blatant disrespect.

He immediately bellowed,

"Liu Zhenghai, you have some nerve! With me here today, I'd like to see you try to harm Mr. Qin!"

Liu Zhenghai frowned, halting in front of the group.

Despite Zhu Guirong's furious expression, Liu Zhenghai remained completely unafraid. Instead, he asked coldly,

"Heh, is the Zhu Family so willing to be someone else's dog?"

The remark left Zhu Guirong so enraged he was speechless.

Liu Zhenghai gave a cold smirk and was about to step forward again when Kong Lianqing spoke up.

"Liu Zhenghai, I'm warning you, don't do anything reckless. Otherwise, don't blame me for what happens next!"

Liu Zhenghai's pupils constricted. He hadn't expected even Kong Lianqing to defend Qin Tuo.

No matter how arrogant he was, Liu Zhenghai had to be wary of Kong Lianqing's status. He snorted coldly and said,

"I'm just here to say a few words. Is that against the law now?"

Kong Lianqing frowned but didn't say anything else.

Qin Tuo suddenly spoke up.

"If you have something to say, spit it out."

he said, a cold smirk on his face. He was curious to see what kind of trouble Liu Zhenghai was trying to stir up.