Chapter 152: Ya Fei's Request

"Of course, because of Mr. Wei, I will definitely offer some discounts, but the final price will still be slightly higher than usual." Ya Fei glanced at Wei Yang and explained.

"No problem," Xian'er nodded directly.

Upon hearing this, Ya Fei's smile grew even more pronounced. She pointed to several herbs on the list and said with a pleasant smile, "This, this, this... and these are the ones our auction house currently doesn't have."

"The rest, if I remember correctly, should be available."

Seeing the herbs that were marked unavailable, Xian'er actually breathed a sigh of relief and smiled. 

Because those marked herbs were auxiliary herbs, while the main herbs were available.

"There are six herbs in total here, with a total price of 280,000 gold coins. Mr. Wei, this is the maximum discount Ya Fei can offer you under her authority." Ya Fei smiled at Wei Yang.

"Mmm," Wei Yang nodded and smiled.

He felt indifferent about the discount; it didn't really matter to him.

Two or three thousand gold coins didn't mean much to him.

"If it weren't for the fear of upsetting Mr. Wei, Ya Fei could have applied to the family to waive the charge for you..." Ya Fei tentatively said.

"No need, a transaction is a transaction. Buying things requires money; it's perfectly justified. If you waive the fee, I won't buy anything from you in the future." Wei Yang interrupted her, speaking calmly.

"I knew you'd be upset, so I didn't do it." Ya Fei shrugged.

She had dealt with Wei Yang before and knew his temper well.

"Free things are often the most expensive. There is no such thing as a free lunch in this world." Wei Yang said, glancing at Qing Lin.

Qing Lin got the hint and quickly took out a storage ring from a small pouch at her waist, placing it on the table.

In their small group, Xian'er usually managed the herbs, while Qing Lin was responsible for managing the finances.

Xian'er had a passion for herbs, a little herb enthusiast.

Qing Lin, on the other hand, had a fondness for gold coins and shiny things, essentially a little money-lover.

"Free things are often the most expensive, huh?" Ya Fei murmured and then smiled brightly, clapping her hands in praise, "Mr. Wei makes a very good point!"

"Please wait a moment." Ya Fei said, picking up the storage ring and the list, and leaving the room without checking the contents.

...

With a gentle close of the door, only Wei Yang and his two companions remained in the VIP room.

Xian'er reached out and pinched a soft spot on Wei Yang's waist, giving it a light twist.

Wei Yang took a sharp breath, his face full of a wry smile, and whispered, "Xian'er, let me explain. There's really nothing between us. She wasn't like this before—usually decisive and shrewd. I don't know why she's acting this way today."

"Hmph." Xian'er gave him a slight glance and released her hand, "I thought you were interested in her beauty."

"No, no, how could that be?" Wei Yang waved his hands repeatedly.

"Pfft~" On the side, Qing Lin covered her mouth and giggled.

Xian'er gently massaged the spot she had just pinched. She had asked out of women's instinct, not thinking much of it.

After all, she was just a minor cultivator, no threat to them.

Wei Yang couldn't resist a sneaky taste, as long as it wasn't excessive. Xian'er could turn a blind eye when necessary, not dwelling on it too much.

After all, men have these little preferences.

As long as Wei Yang's heart didn't wander, an occasional outing wouldn't be a big deal, as long as he cleaned up afterward and came back to her, she wouldn't fuss over it.

...

Moments later.

The door creaked open again.

Ya Fei came back in from outside.

She placed the storage ring back on the table and smilingly said to Xian'er, "Miss Ye, the remaining gold coins and your purchased herbs are all inside. Please have a look."

"Mmm." Xian'er took the storage ring, checked its contents with her senses, and nodded in satisfaction.

"By the way, does your auction house have any soul-recovery herbs? Any grade will do." Wei Yang asked.

"Mr. Wei is also looking for soul-recovery herbs?" Ya Fei was a bit surprised.

"Also?" Wei Yang was briefly stunned, then understood.

"Yes, a friend came looking for them a few days ago," Ya Fei nodded, then apologetically said, "Sorry, Mr. Wei, we currently don't have any of those herbs."

"Not even a single fourth-grade Soul Recovery Lotus?" Wei Yang frowned.

They had searched all the way from the desert.

They had passed through almost twenty cities, yet hadn't found a single fourth-grade Soul Recovery Lotus.

"Truly sorry," Ya Fei shook her head with regret, but her eyes twinkled with a hint of scheming.

"Never mind," Wei Yang sighed and stood up.

Soul-recovery herbs were rare and usually hard to find.

As for Dujiao's soul damage, they'll have to take it slowly.

"Let's go," Wei Yang said.

"Mmm." Xian'er and Qing Lin also stood up.

"Mr. Wei, are you in such a hurry to leave?" Ya Fei quickly stood up, with an expression of slight grievance.

"We have things to do." Seeing this, Wei Yang turned and left without looking back.

Come on, this woman is trying to trap me again.

If I can't get into bed tonight, are you going to take responsibility?

"Mr. Wei, you don't have a place to stay in the capital yet, do you?"

Ya Fei followed them out as she spoke, "How about I arrange a quiet residence for you?"

"No, we have a place," Wei Yang shook his head, refusing.

"Mr. Wei might be staying in an inn," Ya Fei wasn't giving up, quickly adding, "You are an esteemed guest of our auction house. If the family finds out that you stayed in an inn upon arriving in the capital, and I didn't know about it, they would blame me."

"Just say what you want," Wei Yang paused, turning his head, somewhat helplessly, "Don't play guessing games, just be straightforward."

"Actually, Mr. Wei, I want to ask for a Dou Ling Pill, if possible?" Ya Fei said without delay when Wei Yang asked.

"A Dou Ling Pill? Is it for you, or your family?" Wei Yang glanced at her.

What would a little cultivator like you do with a Dou Ling Pill?

"Ya Fei is asking on her own behalf, not for the family." Ya Fei bit her lip and said.

"You? Really?" Wei Yang smiled knowingly.

Ya Fei looked down, unsure.

"You know the rules?" Wei Yang asked, somewhat surprised.

"Yes, of course, I know," Ya Fei nodded, "Three sets of herbs prepared, and after the pill is made, another gift as thanks."

"Good to know." Wei Yang nodded, then looked at her in surprise, "The herbs for three Dou Ling Pills aren't cheap. Even for the Mittel family, it's hard to gather them. Are you doing this for someone else?"

"Hmm... I wouldn't dare deceive you, sir. It is indeed so," Ya Fei bit her lip and nodded, "It's the royal family."

"I thought so." Wei Yang realized, "Since that's the case, I won't overcharge you. Give me three sets of herbs, and I promise to make you at least one pill. As for the reward, three fourth-grade Soul Recovery Lotuses or one fifth-grade Soul Recovery Lotus."

"No problem!" Ya Fei agreed instantly, bowing slightly with gratitude, "Thank you, Mr. Wei."

"Mmm," Wei Yang nodded, continuing to walk forward, "Arrange a quiet place for me to stay. Also, I don't like being disturbed, and I don't like attending banquets, so tell them not to bother me."

"Yes, yes," Ya Fei nodded eagerly, obeying.

"We're going to the Alchemist's Association. Later, send someone to pick us up there and take us to the residence," Wei Yang waved his hand, "That's all, no need to see us off."

Since he accepted the task, having them arrange accommodation was just logical.

"Since Mr. Wei is heading to the Alchemist's Association and I am free, allow me to guide you there." Ya Fei smiled.

"Suit yourself," Wei Yang looked at her and said indifferently.

In the spacious hallway, Ya Fei turned slightly and glanced back at the maid following them from afar, giving her a look.

The maid understood immediately, bowed slightly, then turned and quickly left.

Ya Fei also quickened her pace to walk ahead, acting respectfully as she led the way for Wei Yang.