66: Chapter 66 Ends Perfectly

Cao Yang held the delicate Xiao Lingxue in his arms, asking softly if she felt better and saying he would be more gentle next time.

Xiao Lingxue lightly punched his chest, huffing that he was already thinking about a next time and calling him a scoundrel.

Cao Yang hurriedly explained it was just a slip of the tongue, not his true intention, while praising Xue'er's extraordinary charm for making him lose control.

As they spoke, the auction reached the final grand finale item. Cao Yang noticed the item on the screen and felt it was perfect for Xiao Lingxue.

Xiao Lingxue gazed at Cao Yang, her eyes seemingly conveying the message for him to buy it quickly.

The beautiful hostess began introducing the Immortal-grade Celestial Garment, stating it was from the Royal City and the last one. Since Advanced goods from the Royal City couldn't enter currently, this might be the last chance for a while. She also mentioned it could save lives in the future turmoil.

The hostess announced the starting price was 500,000 Medium Grade Immortal Crystals, with minimum increments of 10,000.

"550,000 Medium Grade Immortal Crystals."

"650,000 Medium Grade Immortal Crystals."

"..."

The auction continued in full swing, but the price soon reached 1.2 million Medium Grade Immortal Crystals, and few people continued bidding.

At this moment, Cao Yang used his Immortal power to input the figure of 2 million Medium Grade Immortal Crystals into the screen.

With no further bids, the Celestial Garment was soon delivered to their private room. After paying the Immortal Crystals and dismissing the attendant, Cao Yang had Xiao Lingxue refine and wear it right there; she bashfully complied.

Under her control, the Celestial Garment turned into a silvery-white fairy dress, adorned with exquisite embroidery and gorgeous decorations, complementing her beauty perfectly as if custom-made.

Xiao Lingxue was overjoyed, her eyes sparkling with excitement.

"Junior Brother, why is this Immortal-grade Celestial Garment so expensive? At two million Medium Grade Immortal Crystals, you could practically buy Black City with that!" Xiao Lingxue asked, feeling a bit of a sting at the cost.

Cao Yang smiled and explained, "Xue'er, Immortal-grade garments are refined with Immortal Matter only possessed by Golden Immortals, so the price is normal." He knew it was a huge sum to her, but if she liked it, it was worth it regardless of the price.

"But for me, I have plenty of Immortal Crystals. If you need any in the future, just ask." Cao Yang said as he handed her an Immortal Ring containing one million Medium Grade Immortal Crystals and a pair each of Emperor Rank top-quality black and White Silk.

Xiao Lingxue didn't refuse and put it away.

"Junior Brother, we've been out for a while. Let's head back now," Xiao Lingxue said.

"Alright."

She pulled his hand out of the room. They walked out of Shenlin Pavilion, followed by the maid from before, who had changed into proper clothes.

Leaving Shenlin Pavilion, Cao Yang intended to take the two back to Giant Stone City directly, but an Immortal Lord was rushing toward them from not far away—it was Immortal Lord Qin Feng.

Cao Yang stopped and stood still, and Immortal Lord Qin Feng soon arrived before the three of them.

"Your subordinate, Qin Feng, pays respects to the Immortal King!" He knelt immediately, disregarding whether anyone was watching.

"No need for formalities. Why are you here?" Cao Yang asked expressionlessly.

Qin Feng rose and replied respectfully, "I was unaware of your arrival and have come late; please forgive me. If there is anything you need handled, please command me. I am very familiar with this area and can assist you."

"I'm just taking Xue'er out for some air, nothing important," Cao Yang said. His deep gaze seemed to see through everything, making Qin Feng feel as though all his secrets were exposed.

"Immortal King, there is one small matter. During the reorganization, one faction proved troublesome, and I am unsure how to handle it," Qin Feng quickly voiced his difficulty.

"It's Shenlin Pavilion, isn't it?" Cao Yang asked calmly.

"Yes, it is indeed Shenlin Pavilion," Qin Feng nodded.

"Leave it alone." Cao Yang said simply, then vanished with the two women.

Qin Feng sighed in relief; the pressure of facing an unpredictable Immortal King was immense.

Onlookers from the auction who hadn't left yet began gossiping wildly at the sight.

"Wasn't that the General? Why was he kneeling to a young man?" a Profound Immortal asked in disbelief.

"Indeed, I saw him once with my family head. That was definitely the General," the person beside him confirmed.

"Hiss, what status must one have to make the General kneel? He is an Immortal Lord, after all!"

A black-clad Profound Immortal in the corner was about to leave, but seeing this, he thought, "I must inform my Lord about this."

Before he could leave, Qin Feng spotted his strange behavior and captured him on the spot.

...

The three of them appeared at the entrance of Giant Stone City's City Lord Manor.

"Xue'er, come see me often. I'll teach you cultivation knowledge to help your cultivation base improve faster," Cao Yang said with a smile.

Xiao Lingxue rolled her eyes at him, her look clearly saying she didn't believe a word of it.

To her, his smile looked exactly like a wicked grin.

Besides, she had reached the Peak of the True Immortal Realm and didn't need to boost her cultivation base yet.

"Hmph, depends on my mood," she said before turning to leave with her maid.

Cao Yang watched her walk away, shaking his head with a confident smile.

He then headed to his room. He knew that gaining her maximum favorability would take patience and effort. Though it was difficult to increase now, he believed he would eventually win her heart completely.

In her room, Xiao Lingxue instructed her maid, "Xiaoqing, if my Junior Brother comes to see me while I'm away or in seclusion, you must serve him well. As long as you do, I won't mistreat you." She then handed Xiaoqing ten Medium Grade Immortal Crystals.

Xiaoqing thanked her and promised to serve the Young Master well.

Xiao Lingxue remembered something and added, "Xiaoqing, he likes these. Remember to wear them."

She gave Xiaoqing the black and White Silk Cao Yang had given her earlier.

"Go find an empty room in the courtyard to stay in. You may leave."

"Yes, Young Miss."

Xiaoqing looked at the items in her hand curiously and slowly retreated.