25: Chapter 25 Trying to outdo me in wealth?

Looking at the vial of potion emitting a sacred radiance in his inventory, Ning Yuan's mood soared to the peak!

Bloodline Enhancement Potion (Saint-Grade)!

The words 'Saint-Grade' meant this potion could even bring about a significant metamorphosis for a Heaven Swallowing Beast of his Wang Zai's caliber!

'Excellent, excellent, excellent! brother tongzi, you truly didn't let me down!'

His earlier series of unconventional maneuvers were not in vain.

The value of such a divine potion could no longer be measured in mere currency.

Not to mention a mere two hundred thousand federation credits, even if someone offered an entire prosperous star sector in exchange, the Federation's upper echelons would have to seriously deliberate.

This time, the profit was astronomical!

Ning Yuan estimated that, according to brother tongzi's original script, he was probably meant to have a 'keen eye for talent,' find that so-called 'surprise' pet egg, and then use this potion on the new combat pet, elevating its bloodline potential to the heavens in one step, giving it the potential to impact the Saint-Grade in the future.

But, why go through all that trouble?

Why seek flowers elsewhere when the ones at home are fragrant?

Wouldn't using this potion on his own Wang Zai, raised for so many years, be much better?

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but vigorously knead the round rump of the Wang Zai in his arms.

Jiang Mingyue watched the guy in front of her, who was both grinning foolishly and manhandling a mutt, her eyes filled with oddness. She finally couldn't hold back and asked in a low voice:

'Hey, what exactly were you trying to do just now?'

She knew Ning Yuan definitely wasn't a fool, but she simply couldn't fathom the wiring of his brain.

She increasingly felt that this youth, who was supposed to perish in the destined future, was shrouded in mystery.

She had returned from rebirth, yet she couldn't see through him at all.

Hearing this, Ning Yuan turned his head, his smile dazzlingly bright.

'Nothing much, just have too much money. Feeling great, boss. See anything you like? I'll buy it all for you today.'

Jiang Mingyue gave a light humph and turned her head away.

'Fine, keep your secrets.'

But then she added a tsundere line:

'You said it yourself!'

With that, she ignored Ning Yuan and refocused her attention on the pet eggs labeled 'Unknown.'

Steward Hu Wan was now following closely beside the two.

Originally, once the transaction was complete, he could have left.

But after Ning Yuan's earlier god-like maneuvers, he felt uneasy and decided to stay, wanting to see what these two big shots intended to do next.

Jiang Mingyue slowly closed her eyes. The primordial power of her 'Silver Moon Sacred Body' began to resonate faintly within her.

Others might be unable to sense the auras of these pet eggs wrapped in special materials.

But for her, it was no problem!

Her aura, sharing the same origin as the Moon Shadow Celestial Fox, was the best guide!

Ning Yuan also sensed the fleeting special aura from Jiang Mingyue and felt a slight surprise.

'It seems this second-in-command isn't simple either.'

'Could he really... be aiming for that surprise egg brother tongzi mentioned?'

However, he just smiled slightly without any reaction.

Anyway, he already had Wang Zai. He wouldn't snatch his underling's opportunity; that wasn't something a boss should do.

Suddenly!

Jiang Mingyue's eyes lit up sharply!

In the most inconspicuous corner of the exhibition hall, a pure white, utterly unremarkable egg faintly resonated with the power within her!

As if calling out to her!

'This is the one!'

'The Moon Shadow Celestial Fox egg!'

She forcibly suppressed the wild joy in her heart, her face regaining its usual cool and composed expression.

She turned to Steward Hu Wan, pointing at the white egg, and said, 'I'll buy this one.'

Steward Hu Wan hurried over, scrutinized the egg for a long while, but couldn't see anything special.

However, that didn't stop him from giving Jiang Mingyue a thumbs-up.

'Young sir, you have excellent taste! Our Pavilion's appraisal master said that while this egg cannot be fully discerned, it likely contains a Monarch-Grade bloodline!'

'Price, five hundred thousand federation credits!'

Hearing this, Jiang Mingyue couldn't help but roll her eyes.

She knew this was pure nonsense.

He'd probably say the same thing about whichever egg she picked.

'Bought.'

Before Jiang Mingyue could speak, Ning Yuan said casually.

Jiang Mingyue froze on the spot.

'You're really buying it for me?'

When she came, she had actually prepared enough money herself.

Ning Yuan, however, smiled and patted his chest.

'The boss's word is his bond, unbreakable and irrevocable.'

An inexplicable warmth flowed through Jiang Mingyue's heart.

But her mouth remained tsundere: 'Hmph! Well, thank you then! I'll definitely make sure to take you, this rich tycoon, for all you're worth today!'

The surrounding crowd gasped in awe once again.

Five hundred thousand federation credits!

Just gifted like that?

Why don't I ever encounter such a great boss!

Steward Hu Wan was just about to operate his Light Brain to complete the transaction.

Suddenly!

A cold shout to stop came from not far away.

'Hold it!'

Everyone looked in the direction of the voice.

Several youths with vertical pupils were striding towards them.

The Stone Python Clan!

Among them was a familiar face—Shi Tian, who had been punched into a wall by Ning Yuan a few days prior.

These past few days, Shi Tian had been searching for Ning Yuan's trail within the academy. Upon getting news that he had left the Martial Academy, he immediately followed.

Shi Tian looked at Ning Yuan, his eyes filled with fury and resentment.

He whispered a few words of guidance into the ear of the tall, slender girl leading the group.

Shi Ling nodded, not even glancing at Ning Yuan, and directly addressed Steward Hu Wan:

'I'll buy this egg.'

Hu Wan's face immediately showed a troubled expression.

'This...'

The Stone Python Clan was also a powerful race among the stars, one he couldn't afford to offend.

Ning Yuan's eyes turned cold.

'What, does the Myriad Treasures Pavilion not follow the rule of first come, first served?'

He already somewhat disliked this Steward's subtle arrogance; now, his dislike grew even stronger.

Hu Wan's expression changed slightly.

Shi Ling, however, let out a mocking laugh.

'If you can't afford it, then step aside.'

'Among the stars, the highest bidder wins. That is the eternal, unchanging truth.'

She raised a finger and declared arrogantly:

'I bid one million!'

Hu Wan appeared troubled, but was actually pressuring Ning Yuan and his companion: 'You two young sirs, what do you think...'

Jiang Mingyue's face instantly turned extremely grim.

Her hard-sought opportunity, right at the final moment, was being disrupted by such a turn of events!

She took a deep breath and was about to speak.

But Ning Yuan stepped forward, shielding her behind him.

Jiang Mingyue was slightly taken aback.

Then she heard the youth's voice, tinged with a hint of apology, slowly ring out.

'My apologies, they're here for me.'

'Don't worry, I'll secure this egg for you today.'

Jiang Mingyue stared at the back before her—not exceptionally broad, yet extraordinarily solid—and for a moment, she was stunned.

In her previous life, she had walked alone, bearing the fate of all humanity on her shoulders. What the world ever saw was always her resolute back.

Never did she imagine that in this reborn life, someone would actually shield her from the storm.

Strange ripples stirred in her heart.

For a moment, she forgot to retort.

Ning Yuan turned around to face the several arrogant-looking Stone Python Clan members.

A wild, cocky smile spread across his face.

Trying to out-rich me?

Sorry, but in this field, I've never been afraid of anyone.

He raised a finger and shook it at Shi Ling.

'Ten million.'

His nonchalant voice echoed clearly throughout the exhibition hall.

'Hiss—'

A wave of sharp intakes of breath rose and fell continuously!