Invincible Immortal Cultivator in the City
Chapter 145 - 144: Wiping Out the Zhang Family in a Casual Conversation

Chapter 145: Chapter 144: Wiping Out the Zhang Family in a Casual Conversation

Yu Song’s efficiency was remarkable; in less than ten minutes, he had returned.

"Is it taken care of?" Yu Jianghe asked.

"Dad, rest assured, it was easily done. And it’s an anonymous auction; no one can trace who the seller is," Yu Song spoke in a carefree manner, "Oh, by the way, Brother Hao, I heard that the Zhang Family had people blocking your way outside earlier?"

"Yes, I have some old grudges with them," Lin Hao said, "Zhang Tiansheng’s son was crippled by my men, and they wanted my life in return."

"What?!" Yu Shilong’s expression changed, "The Zhang Family dares to be so audacious? Lin Hao, don’t worry, I will handle this matter for you. From now on, there will be no Zhang Family in Binhai."

"Whatever." Lin Hao said indifferently. The Zhang Family wasn’t a concern for him; if they dared to provoke him again, it definitely wouldn’t end as easily as it had today.

"Brother Hao, you must leave this matter to me," Yu Song said fiercely, "The Yu Family should not be underestimated, they must be tired of living."

"Alright, young man, stop boasting," Yu Jianghe intervened, "This is not something you can deal with. I will handle it."

As if remembering something, Yu Jianghe respectfully said to Lin Hao: "Mr. Lin, thank you for the elixir you gave to my son, it has furthered his path in cultivation."

"It’s nothing; you’ve done a lot for me as well," Lin Hao replied.

"That’s enough, no need for endless thanks," Yu Shilong interjected, handing over a tablet with a list of the items for tonight’s auction, "You haven’t seen this yet. These are the items for tonight’s auction; take a look and see if there’s anything you like."

The fate of the Zhang Family was sealed in the midst of their chat; they would no longer have a place in Binhai.

Taking the tablet, Lin Hao casually asked, "Quite a few people coming tonight, eh?"

"Yes, Mr. Lin, you’re right. Tonight’s Mittel Hotel is a gathering of stars. Even Tang Guodong, your school’s principal, is here, along with CEOs from major groups in Binhai," Yu Jianghe said naturally.

Yu Jianghe listed a bunch of names, none of which Lin Hao cared for or recognized. His fingertips casually slid across the tablet screen.

"By the way, Lin Hao," Yu Shilong spoke seriously, interrupting Yu Jianghe, "I heard the Mingyang Sect sent people here too. If you meet them, I suggest you stay out of the limelight. The incident with the Zhang Family has become well-known; they probably know you’re here."

"The Mingyang Sect?" Lin Hao’s expression shifted slightly, noncommittally responding, "They do seem to like being part of the action."

"What, they’re here too?" Yu Song looked visibly uncomfortable, his expression unnatural. After wiping out the Xu Family that day, he had investigated the identities of all the victims.

When all the results were laid before him, he was almost scared out of his wits.

The first person Lin Hao killed was none other than Jin Chengdao, an Elder from the Mingyang Sect!

It took him a great deal of effort to find out this identity.

To this day, he still hadn’t dared to tell Yu Shilong or Yu Jianghe about it...

"Let them come, no need to worry," Lin Hao knew what Yu Song was thinking and smiled, "Are you afraid?"

"What’s there to be afraid of," Yu Song retorted subconsciously, "Just a Mingyang Sect, I’m not scared."

His voice became less certain, so he deftly changed the subject:

"Hey, it’s been over ten minutes, why hasn’t the auction started yet?"

"They’re probably appraising and valuing things still. Mr. Lin’s items might take more time," Yu Jianghe said, while preparing tea for Lin Hao and Yu Shilong.

Soon, the fragrance of tea filled the room.

Taking a sip of tea, Lin Hao sat on the sofa, closed his eyes, and rested for a short while.

Seeing this, the three members of the Yu Family stopped talking, worried about disturbing Lin Hao.

At the same time,

In the appraisal backstage of the auction,

Three elders sat on wooden stools with magnifying glasses and white hair, looking solemnly at the three cases of items on the ground.

Standing respectfully beside them was He Mai.

These three were the top appraisers of Mittel Hotel, with qualifications even higher than He Mai’s.

One of them looked into a case and asked the young men who carried them, "Do you know who brought these items for auction?"

"Not sure, they are from the anonymous section, and the payment account they left belongs to someone deceased," one replied.

"Alright, you may leave," said the elder, gesturing for them to depart. After they left, he heaved a deep sigh, "He Mai, no need to verify these items, they are all genuine."

"What?" He Mai asked in surprise, "Are you sure, seniors?"

"Of course, we are. We old chaps have seen these items long ago; they should presently be with the Xu Family."

"The Xu Family..."

A look of shock crossed He Mai’s clear eyes; she had heard about the Xu Family’s fate from the three seniors.

Just a few days earlier, the Xu Family was annihilated!

And today, their items appeared here; the implications were obvious.

Whoever had the power to eradicate the Xu Family was currently at Mittel Hotel!

"I understand, seniors, you can rest now; I will handle these items," He Mai said.

"Alright, be careful. Do not look into who brought them. The person capable of wiping out the Xu Family, even our boss would not dare to offend easily, you understand?"

"I understand."

The three elders took one last glance at the treasures in the case, sighed deeply, and left.

He Mai carefully laid out the items one by one, placing starting bid markers on them.

Near the end of sorting through the third case, she was startled.

There, in a corner of the third case, lay a large thumb ring, simple without adornment and covered in dust.

Yet, it captivated her at first sight.

Quickly getting up, she fetched another thumb ring from another box to compare.

Both thumb rings were identical!

From their patterns, they appeared to be a pair!

"Could it be, the one who destroyed the Xu Family, is he..." He Mai’s thoughts were in turmoil, the kindly face of Lin Hao coming to mind.

"No, it can’t be, it must be a coincidence."

Shaking her head, He Mai knew there had to be a connection, even if that ’Mr. Lin’ wasn’t directly involved, he might still be related.

"I must ask him."

Taking the thumb ring, He Mai continued her work. About a dozen minutes later, everything was ready. She alerted those outside, and soon after, a resonant piece of music started to play in Mittel Hotel’s auction house.

As the music started, the attendees also perked up, excited.

Because the auction was about to begin.

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