章節 42: Chapter 42: First Conversation with Yao Lao
Chapter 42: First Conversation with Yao Lao
As the black-robed man entered the hall, Xiao Zhan and the three elders quickly left their seats and walked up to him, respectfully smiling. "Sir, the family affairs have kept me busy, and I didn't come out to welcome you. I hope you understand."
"Haha, no need for formalities," the old, calm voice chuckled from under the black robe.
Xiao Zhan nodded eagerly, signaling the elders to make way, and said, "Sir, please take the seat of honor."
The black-robed man smiled and took a seat near the head of the table without any hesitation.
"Mo Yu, I didn't know you had such skills!" Ignoring the black-robed man, Xiao Yu walked over, her long legs moving gracefully. Her eyes sparkled with delight as she stared at Mo Yu.
"Haha, I was just lucky to meet a wise elder," Mo Yu replied, not wanting to dwell on the topic. He then turned to the black-robed man and asked, "Who is this?"
Hearing Mo Yu's question, Xiao Yu's beautiful eyes also landed on the black-robed man, and her pretty face showed a hint of surprise and delight. "This is an elder our family met at the auction. He seems to have some connection with Xiao Yan. I didn't expect him to actually visit our Xiao family. It looks like he wasn't just making empty promises about cooperation. With his and your help, our family's current difficulties should be resolved."
Mo Yu, knowing that this elder was actually Yao Lao controlling Xiao Yan, still pretended to be unaware and nodded.
"Haha, sir, may I ask what brings you to our Xiao family today?" Xiao Zhan asked with a smile, personally serving a cup of warm tea.
Hearing Xiao Zhan's question, Yao Lao looked around the Xiao family hall. He had initially thought that under the Jia Lie family's aggressive business tactics, the Xiao family would be filled with frustration and anger. He had come at Xiao Yan's request to help resolve the family crisis. However, the Xiao family members, though not as harmonious as usual, still radiated confidence and calm.
"Could it be that the Xiao family has found a way to solve their business troubles?" Yao Lao wondered.
"Haha, Clan Leader Xiao, I heard your family's situation hasn't been good lately. But it seems your family doesn't seem too concerned about it," Yao Lao said directly, unable to guess the situation.
Xiao Zhan smiled wryly. "Indeed, our family has been squeezed by the Jia Lie family, losing nearly half of our business. If this continues, we might become a second-rate power in Wu Tan City. But heaven hasn't abandoned us. One of our juniors, Mo Yu, was taught the method of crafting Thunderfire Beads by a mysterious master. With this, we can stabilize our business."
"Oh?" Yao Lao was surprised. He didn't expect the usually unreadable Mo Yu to have such skills. Being a craftsman was no less than being an alchemist, though less known due to its rarity. Moreover, crafting usually required fire-attribute Dou Qi, yet Mo Yu, with his lightning attribute, could craft. Could there be a hidden master who developed a method for crafting with lightning?
"Haha, though I don't have deep ties with your family, I've gotten along well with your young master. It seems the other 'dragon' of the Xiao family is also quite talented. I've met Xiao Yan; may I meet this young talent as well?" the black-robed man asked with a smile.
Xiao Zhan was more than happy to oblige and quickly summoned Mo Yu.
Mo Yu was surprised but walked over and cupped his fists. "Junior Mo Yu greets the elder."
This was Mo Yu's first conversation with Yao Lao. He respected Yao Lao for helping Xiao Yan rise from obscurity to become a powerful figure known as the Flame Emperor. Naturally, Mo Yu admired him.
"Haha, so you're the other dragon of the Xiao family, Mo Yu. I've heard Xiao Yan mention you often. Very good, very talented. You'll surely make a name for yourself on the continent one day," Yao Lao praised, his tone genuinely admiring. The hidden youth beneath the black robe felt a twinge of jealousy. Though Yao Lao treated Xiao Yan like a son, he rarely gave such direct praise.
Hearing Yao Lao's compliment, everyone in the hall was shocked. To make a name on the continent meant surpassing the Jia Ma Empire, implying at least Dou Zong-level strength. Such recognition stunned not just the Xiao family juniors but also the elders.
Mo Yu was taken aback by Yao Lao's high praise. He knew he had great potential with his many cards up his sleeve, but he was still weak at the moment. That Yao Lao could see his potential from subtle clues showed the elder's sharp eye, making him a worthy mentor to Xiao Yan. Unfortunately, human nature is fickle, and the esteemed Yao Zun ultimately fell at the hands of his traitorous disciple Han Feng.
"Thank you for the praise, elder. If given the chance, I'd love to learn from you," Mo Yu replied with a smile, genuinely liking Yao Lao.
"Of course, of course. You and Xiao Yan are among the few promising talents I've seen. Since I'm fated to help your Xiao family, I'll lend another hand," Yao Lao said, and before anyone could react, a pale hand emerged from the black robe. A finger adorned with a light red ring tapped lightly, and in an instant, the large conference table was covered with neat rows of small jade bottles.
Seeing the countless jade bottles appear out of thin air, everyone in the hall, except Mo Yu and the indifferent Xun Er, gasped in shock.
"There are 1,283 bottles of healing medicine here, called 'Blood Coagulation Powder.' Though not the best, it's more effective than the Jia Lie family's 'Rejuvenation Powder,'" Yao Lao introduced casually.
Xiao Zhan was stunned by the sight. Though Mo Yu's help had already alleviated the crisis, this elder's assistance could utterly crush the Jia Lie family!
Gasping at the sheer number of pills, Xiao Zhan murmured, "This is the real deal!"
Mo Yu, seeing this, didn't feel overshadowed. He didn't aspire to lead the Xiao family; his help was to show his worth and ensure his grandfather and Xiao Yu had better lives within the family. With this support and the guise of a mysterious craftsman, even after Mo Yu left, his family's position within the Xiao clan was secure.
(End of Chapter)
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