Cheng Xiaofan was not in a hurry to reach Yuyan Mountain. At the current speed of the Sky-Breaking Eagle, it would only take about half an hour.
After finishing his call with Li Mingxi, Cheng Xiaofan casually prepared a little food and then set off for his destination, seated on the Sky-Breaking Eagle.
From Li Mingxi's tone, he could tell that many people would be attending the Dragon Bone Claw auction at the martial arts black market, with representatives from various martial arts sects large and small having sent people over.
However, for Cheng Xiaofan, no matter how many people attended or who they were, the Dragon Bone Claw was something he was determined to obtain.
Even if someone else managed to get the Dragon Bone Claw, he would snatch it away.
How could he let something that belonged to him be taken by others?
If they were unhappy, they could fight him!
"Jee—"
In the blink of an eye, the Sky-Breaking Eagle carried Cheng Xiaofan over Yuyan Mountain.
The Sky-Breaking Eagle circled in the air three times. Cheng Xiaofan said, "Let's land in the woods below, by the side!"
Upon hearing this, the Sky-Breaking Eagle dived down and flew towards the woods designated by its master.
Whoosh!
When it was still more than ten meters above the ground, Cheng Xiaofan leaped into the air, floating down to the ground from the Sky-Breaking Eagle's back.
"You stay around this area and don't reveal yourself easily. I'll communicate with you through my spiritual sense when needed!" Cheng Xiaofan instructed the Sky-Breaking Eagle.
"Jee!"
The Sky-Breaking Eagle nodded.
Master, I understand!
Cheng Xiaofan then walked out of the woods.
On the mountainside of Yuyan Mountain, there was a small town.
The martial arts black market auction was being held in a recreational plaza in this small town.
At this moment, the surroundings of the recreational plaza were enclosed by a fence made of iron bars, over a zhang high. In the center of the plaza, a large tent capable of accommodating nearly a thousand people had been set up.
The tent was made of thick green military-grade canvas.
The usually quiet town appeared more lively and prosperous than ever today.
The streets were bustling with traffic, and people came and went.
Various luxury cars of different colors were parked around the recreational plaza.
Cultivators from martial arts sects across the country had gathered here.
They wore all sorts of unconventional clothing, trying to showcase their uniqueness.
"Wo chao, you stepped on my foot!"
"So what if I stepped on you? I just stepped on over a thousand ants, and I'm afraid of adding one more person?"
"Do you think I'm as insignificant as an ant? Then what are you?"
"I'm your father, what about it?"
"Chao!"
Bang!
Crack!
Two hot-tempered cultivators, upon meeting, immediately started fighting.
What started as a fight between two people soon escalated, drawing in their respective entourages, and a full-blown brawl ensued. Police quickly arrived and handcuffed those involved.
At the same time, their qualifications to enter were revoked.
"When you're out and about, why can't people just be more tolerant of each other?" Cheng Xiaofan watched the police car take the group away, shaking his head and sighing.
"Kid, you're blocking my way!"
At this moment, a tall, strong, burly man with a fierce expression roared at Cheng Xiaofan.
"Kid, apologize to our boss immediately!"
"You dare block our boss's path? Are you looking for a beating?"
"Kneel down quickly, or believe me, I'll tear you apart!"
"Stinky kid, why no reaction? Scared silly?"
Behind the burly man, over a dozen bald youths were clustered, all glaring at Cheng Xiaofan with menacing expressions and shouting.
Bang!
Bang!
Bang!
Cheng Xiaofan darted forward, and without a word, unleashed a flurry of punches and kicks, beating them soundly.
In the blink of an eye, he had beaten the tall, burly man and the dozen bald youths behind him until they were bruised and swollen, collapsing unconscious on the ground.
"If you have the guts, get up from the ground, and we'll fight again!" Cheng Xiaofan kicked each of the fallen men on the ground and shouted.
Seeing that none of them responded as they lay on the ground, he sighed again, "What kind of people are these? They're just like petty troublemakers on the streets!"
"With such little ability, they still want to act tough and scare someone!"
"Master!"
At this moment, Li Mingxi suddenly appeared before Cheng Xiaofan.
Cheng Xiaofan glanced at her and his eyes lit up.
Her slightly curly long hair cascaded to her waist, with a touch of coffee-colored dye. She wore a light yellow Japanese-style dress, and her makeup was exquisite.
Did this girl need to dress up so much just to see her master?
She was certainly thoughtful!
"Mingxi, why are you here?" Cheng Xiaofan asked with a radiant smile.
When a beautiful woman took the trouble to dress so alluringly, her master couldn't pretend to be blind; he had to offer a captivating smile.
Li Mingxi smiled, "Didn't I tell you? I arrived here earlier!"
Cheng Xiaofan quickly patted his forehead, "Oh my, look at my terrible memory. Right, give me the entry invitation letter!"
Seeing the beautiful woman instantly link her arm with his and stay so close, Cheng Xiaofan felt an immediate urge to get away from her.
After all, he was already taken.
How could a female disciple and her master be so intimate in public?
No, not even in private.
"Master, I'll accompany you in!"
Li Mingxi said, "Director Lu instructed me to stay by your side today!"
Cheng Xiaofan smiled, "Actually, I really don't need you to stay by my side. If you have things to do, go take care of them!"
He knew full well Lu Shengming's intention.
Lu Shengming was worried that after he acquired the Dragon Bone Claw, he would be surrounded by cultivators from various sects and find it difficult to leave the Yuyan Mountain area.
After all, Li Mingxi was from the Martial Arts Affairs Bureau. No matter how reckless those martial arts cultivators were, they would be wary once Li Mingxi revealed her identity.
"Master, I really have nothing to do today. I just want to stay by Master's side and see how Master acquires the Dragon Bone Claws!"
Li Mingxi held Cheng Xiaofan's arm tightly, speaking in a charming, sweet voice like a little bird.
"Then... then let go of my arm!" Cheng Xiaofan raised an eyebrow and said urgently.
Did that mean he was compromising?
The female disciple smiled radiantly and said, "Okay, Master, I'll listen to you!"
As long as he didn't chase her away, she would naturally listen to him.
Cheng Xiaofan was someone that the headquarters of the Martial Arts Affairs Bureau was paying attention to. If anything happened to him during this auction, the entire Southern Affairs Bureau would not be able to bear the responsibility.
Lu Shengming had repeatedly instructed Li Mingxi to stay by Cheng Xiaofan's side without leaving him for a moment today.
"Halt, please show your invitation letters!" As they unknowingly reached the entrance, they were stopped by several security guards.
Li Mingxi did not present an invitation letter but directly showed her official identification.
Upon seeing it, the security guards' expressions turned serious, and they immediately saluted, allowing them to enter.
It seemed that having an identity from the Martial Arts Affairs Bureau was indeed very useful here!
However, among the cultivators present, one person, after looking at Li Mingxi with surprise, then gave Cheng Xiaofan a strange look.
It was clearly a look of contempt, as if he were looking at a scumbag.
The implication was obvious: Cheng Xiaofan was able to enter this place entirely because of this beautiful woman with connections.
Was a man who relied on women here to embarrass himself?
Cheng Xiaofan glared back immediately.
What are you looking at?
What kind of look is that!
I am open and honest!
I am righteous!
I am proud and valiant!