BTTH: Breaking The Simulation

Time flows like water, and in the blink of an eye, more than half a month has passed.

With the Dragon Crocodile Puppet that Xiao Feng provided, Xiao Zhan and his crew defeated the other two significant families in less than half a month, establishing themselves as the sole overlords of Wu Tan City.

Because Ya Fei wanted to build a good relationship with Xiao Feng, she provided considerable assistance to the Xiao family during this process.

For instance, Yafei handled most of the assets the Xiao family seized from the other two families. If Ya Fei hadn't helped, it would have taken the Xiao family at least several months, or even half a year, to absorb the other two families' assets fully.

Although Ya Fei helped voluntarily, Xiao Feng understood the principle of reciprocity. Thus, he gifted her the Scorpion Bracelet.

Like the Wind Eagle Bracelet, the Scorpion Bracelet was a transformation device that Xiao Feng refined, using Ma Xianhong's Wu Dou Armor as the base and combining ideas from Armor Warriors. The difference between the two bracelets lay in their materials, with the Scorpion Bracelet being a magical tool refined from a Tier 3 Desert Scorpion.

Once Ya Fei donned the Scorpion Armor, she could unleash the strength of a three-star Dou Grandmaster.

Ya Fei initially fled to Wu Tan City to avoid Mu Zhan, a relentless suitor. Now, with the Scorpion Bracelet from Xiao Feng, if Mu Zhan dared to harass her again, Ya Fei could beat him into a pulp.

After receiving tangible benefits from Xiao Feng, Ya Fei's attitude toward him became even more enthusiastic.

As Xiao Feng finished his daily training and began studying artefact refining as usual, he suddenly received a message from someone sent by Ya Fei, inviting him to meet at the Mittel Auction House.

Recalling the letter he had previously written to Hai Bodong, Xiao Feng roughly guessed why Ya Fei had called for him. It should be about the materials for refining the Dou Spirit Pill's arrival.

As expected, when Xiao Feng entered the VIP room at the Mittel Auction House, he saw the Mittel family's emissary delivering the materials.

Seeing Hai Bodong, who was sitting on the sofa sipping tea, Xiao Feng couldn't help but express his surprise, "Old Hai, why did you come in person?"

"Of course! The materials you asked for are mostly Tier 6 spiritual herbs. Even a Dou Emperor expert wouldn't be able to resist their allure," Hai Bodong put down his teacup, rolled his eyes, and said irritably, "If I hadn't personally escorted them. Something had gone wrong along the way; even the Mittel family wouldn't have been able to gather this many herbs again in a short time."

The Spirtual Recovery Purple Pill was crucial to restoring Hai Bodong's strength, so he dared not take any chances.

"What the heck! It's only been a few months, and this brat has gone from Dou Grandmaster to Dou King? Could he really know some incredible alchemist?"

Sensing the unique aura of a Dou King emanating from Xiao Feng, a hint of surprise flashed in Hai Bodong's eyes, and he couldn't help but mutter inwardly.

Although Ya Fei had already informed the Mittel family that Xiao Feng had reached Dou King, until Hai Bodong saw it for himself, he, like Nalan Yanran and the others, had thought it was just exaggerated rumours.

Seeing Xiao Feng's cultivation skyrocketing and considering how he had the Mittel family gather so many Tier 5 and Tier 6 herbs, Hai Bodong was inclined to believe that Xiao Feng was acquainted with a powerful alchemist.

And that alchemist was likely even more formidable than Dan King Gu He, possibly even a legendary Tier 7 alchemist.

"If this kid really knows a Tier 7 alchemist, I need to forge a good relationship with him. My chances of breaking through to Dou Ancestor may depend on him."

With this thought, Hai Bodong's gaze toward Xiao Feng grew more fervent, and he offered a somewhat enthusiastic smile.

Seeing Hai Bodong's change in demeanour, Ya Fei, who was tasked with hosting him, had a thoughtful look in her eyes.

Before Xiao Feng's arrival, Hai Bodong had maintained a cold, distant attitude, keeping everyone at arm's length. His aloofness made Ya Fei quite nervous, but it perfectly matched the "Ice Emperor" persona she knew.

However, after seeing Xiao Feng, Hai Bodong suddenly became warm and even ingratiating. This naturally made Ya Fei ponder.

"It seems the relationship between Old Hai and this third young master of the Xiao family is deeper than I thought."

Ya Fei couldn't help but marvel inwardly but maintained a calm and smiling demeanour. "Third, Young Master, you're finally here! Please, have a seat~."

After inviting Xiao Feng to sit, Ya Fei quickly poured him a cup of tea, leaning slightly forward, intentionally displaying her ample cleavage for Xiao Feng's viewing pleasure.

A fool for not taking advantage!

Faced with such a tempting offer, Xiao Feng certainly wasn't going to play the gentleman, giving her a lingering gaze before finally looking away.

Sensing Xiao Feng's focused gaze sweeping across her chest, Ya Fei didn't feel offended. Instead, she felt a bit smug.

After all, Ya Fei was a woman who excelled at using her beauty as a weapon, which was why so many men had fallen head over heels for her.

Perhaps because she had dealt with so many men, Ya Fei had become quite pragmatic.

Her rejection of Mu Zhan wasn't purely because she didn't like him but more because she found him lacking.

With Mu Zhan's displayed talent, he would only ever become a Dou King at best, which didn't meet Ya Fei's standards for a partner.

But Xiao Feng was different. At only sixteen, he was already a four-star Dou King.

As long as Xiao Feng didn't die prematurely, he would at least become a Dou Ancestor or even a legendary Dou Venerate.

With such potential, even in the entire Dou Qi Continent, Xiao Feng would be one of the top talents.

If she missed out on marrying Xiao Feng, Ya Fei would regret it for the rest of her life!

So, in the past half month, Ya Fei had been subtly seducing Xiao Feng, hoping to win him over.

Ya Fei didn't expect to become Xiao Feng's principal wife, but she believed that even being his concubine would be more promising than becoming an empress in the Jia Ma Empire.

In truth, Xiao Feng, who was proficient in mind-reading, had long known about Ya Fei's intentions. He didn't mind taking Ya Fei under his wing.

While Ya Fei's cultivation talent was lacking, her business acumen was exceptional. She could help manage various affairs once Xiao Feng established his force.

However, Xiao Xun'er was still in Wu Tan City. If Xiao Feng dared to stray under her watchful eyes, her jealousy would indeed explode on the spot.

Women are emotional creatures, and when they get jealous, they can be more terrifying than a tigress!

(End of Chapter)

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