Day 28-33 The Bithday

A few days later-

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Rexford was speaking with Wei 3rd about the fallout at the auction. The fatty and baldy bounced back well enough but the money was well worth and the blow to their reputation even better.

Zhen Jiulin sucked up a little to Wei 3rd in an attempt to get close with Rexford. As well as Master Qi falling under his services. Letting Wei 3rd handle the affairs with them, Rexford would sit with them later once he was at a higher position in the community and Wei 3rd planted enough of his business plans.

Ranran had called the moment she got home and was informed by her dad that her mom went on a business trip. and to meet some old friends. The fact she didn't call was unusual though or tell her beforehand.

Rexford didn't tell her about her mom just yet. Especially now that he knew the father was defintely lying. Aunty Tang was still unconscious in his Internal Space. Surrounded by various medicinal plants that grew.

It would take a few days for her to regain consciousness, however. The mini version said she would be fine in time. As well as gaining a powerful body from the saturation of qi. The Recovery Formation under her improving her body's natural healing rate.

Heading to school to finish some courses was the next thing to handle.

"Rexford," A soft voice called out. He stopped walking and turn to face the person. The gold at the end of his hair hitting the sun just right. "..do you have a moment?" Xu Rongfei was nervous as can be considering what happened recently. But she was still drawn to him a little. 'We did he get so hot!'

"Sure."

"I have a birthday coming up. In fact, the party is next week, can you come?"

"Hmm, your birthday party?" Rexford thought it over for a moment. Thinking about all who would be there, he defintely couldn't miss it. He stepped forward really close to Xu Rongfei. "I will go, but you know things will end badly if I attend. I am a trouble magnet."

"Umm.." Rongfei tried to take a step back but it only caused Rexford to step forward. One hand lifted her chin up the other pressed next to her head. "..you.. are really close." Feeling his sweet breath on her face, the teen started to pant a little.

"I am close, I will be even closer at your birthday." Rexford's eyes bore into her own. He gave enough warnings and enough chances. All that was left is just his desires. "I will even give you an amazing present, but if someone tries to embarrass me, my people, or you on your birthday, I will make them regret it. Even your family members."

"Can you back up a little?" Xu Rongfei's eyes caught the movement of the students and a few teachers watching them. Her embarrassment went up even higher, but she also felt a strong tingling down her spine. Very subtly she bit her lip. "We are in school after all."

"Do you really want me to though?" Rexford leaned away after lingering a little more. She was after all a tad bit young for certain matters. Just a single year actually. "Your birthday is next week, but in the meantime, come by the villa for we can discuss some matters. Clarification is needed on some personal matters."

"Ok." Xu Rongfei said a little breathlessly. A large amount of Gold Qi left her and entered Rexford. but a large amount of Black Qi also left Rexford entering her. Just in case she did not agree with him it was best to take what he could. 'I.. wonder what he wants to talk about?'

Unfortunately, she never made it to his place for long. She always someone calling wanting to hang out or her manager calling. Ranran actually stays longer. Striking up a friendship more with the people there.

Biao made it back with the package. Yu Wenjing had arrived after speaking with An Youya about Chen Fan's behavior. Finding out he was an Internal practitioner and knew the Wei Family she was hoping they could intervene.

It was insulting. So he had to set her straight.

Yu Wenjing had a special physique. One that the Ghost Sect wanted to use for their benefit. Her clear grey eyes were quite attractive. As well as the jet black hair.

"I do not have time to convince you words still." Rexford summons his Aspect Spears. THe four of them floating as he circled them around her. Letting the power push against her to instill a sense of power. "The Ghost Witch Sect is strong but I am strong and my forces are getting stronger. "

"Ughh!" We Junjie felt the power could end her life easily. Her eyes went wide staring at her friend from Sishui County. "I never knew you were from our world. Sorry for doubting you."

The spears didn't let up however.

"I think she understands." Wei Ziqing said. The four spears disappeared. "I may not have known what was spoken between you two but if she is a friend, I would think you would be nicer."

"Some people only understand through force." Rexford shrugged. He pulled out a bracelet and passed it to her. "Keep this own to keep the Ghos Sect from finding you. Also, do not go back to Sishui county just yet."

"It fills so cold." Despite her words she looked at the jewelry fondly. "What is this sapphire?"

"Something special the same as the bracelet. It keeps them from finding you using several means. However, a phone call will defintely screw you over." Pulling out a folder from his Internal Space, he passed it to her. "This is a file composed of the information of the Ghost Sect and what they plan to do to you. I assure you, everything is true. Your family was not informed of everything."

As she went over the details, Rexford answered a phone call. It was from An Youya.

An Youya: Rexford just calling to check on you and ask what you talked to Yu Wenjing about last. She was quite insistent about finding out about you. I also saw that bodyguard of yours Biao talking to her the other day.

"Nothing for you to worry yourself with. Just worry about keeping your head in the sand for the day your family comes to collect you like a good little bargaining piece." Rexford did not have any respect for the woman at all. "Make this quick as I do not have time to deal with corpses like yourself."

As his conversation continued, Sini Dova eyes were mesmerized on Yu Wenjing. Her physique could work wonders with Chang Wen's cultivation manual. as well as help them both.

"Yu Wenjing, what do you know about Dual Cultivation?" Sini Dova walked over to the young woman. Wei Ziqing was interested in where this was going so followed them inside.

Biao just scratched his head all of this. He stood by outside with Rexford who was still in a very deep conversation.

"Hmm, Rexford is moody lately but not in the good way. He actually worried about something." Scratching his chin Biao figured it had to do with all the businesses and the fact Yang Chao and Ji Xingyu were not progressing in their cultivation. "Maybe I should invite him out for drinks?"

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The Birthday Party-

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She was dressed up from head to toe tonight. She was in a white slim fit maxi dress that accentuated her tiny waist and elegant legs. She wore makeup but not too heavy, and her delicate earrings complemented her egg-shaped face. She wore her hair down with wavy curls. She looked nothing like a student, but an elegant and gorgeous white-collar city girl.

"I love my present." Xu Rongfei had opened the box despite the urging from Ranran not to. Inside was a silver locket with engravings. Placing it on her neck, the silver gem inside lit up the room. "It feels so peaceful and warm."

The contract under the locket was something she didn't expect. A quick look revealed it to be for a tv show. A well-known kids show but the rating had MA and it was not on a regular network. Dual broadcasting online and satellite tv.

"Look it over later." Rexford gave her a wink as they moved around to mingle.

The party carried on for a few hours before an announcement was made. All the guests that were supposed to have arrived were present. A middle-aged woman, Rongfei's mother if memory served correctly. The woman looked absolutely worn out so, it could have just as easily been her grandmother or something.

Flatters everywhere telling the woman she was young. Call a spade a spade. She was worn out like a beaten piece of leather.

"Now that everyone is here, let's begin." The older woman said.

A few brown nosers greeted the woman. Li Yichen and Si Yingxia were the first. Behind the woman, Chu Minghui walked slightly angry. The anger built up even more seeing Rexford and a few others gathered.

"Minghui, go and bring Feifei and her friends over." The woman said.

The young brown noser obeyed. He let out a snort full of disdain before he carried on after bumping into Rexford. But made no other problems. Ranran, Feifei, and Mengmeng were talking. Seeing the controlling nut job, Ranran got in front of him.

"How can we help you?" Ranran kept a stern gaze on him.

"Your mother wants you." The man looked pass her to speak. Every time he attempts to move he was blocked by her. As well as Mengmeng. "Tch! Just let me through!" He said through clenched teeth.

"She will be there shortly. You can go." Mengmeng shooed him away. "She doesn't need to be strong-armed by you. Go on now."

Embarrassed Chu Minghui walked away. He couldn't make a scene or a bad impression in front of her mom.

Not wanting to cause an issue, despite it being her birthday and she didn't like the boy, Xu Rongfei followed along. Ranran and Mengmeng just sighed. Ranran's was heavier for some reason.

The cake was brought out and cut.

The party kicked up even higher but it was not to last.

A middle-aged man came in with a few others. Xu Rongfei's mom had a shocked look on her face. Much more than her daughter who kept a steely countenance on. Much to her surprise considering how much the girl thought of her father who abandoned them.

"Feifei, it is your 17 birthday. I rushed from Hai Zhou to celebrate with you." He spoke like a well-dignified businessman. But the look in his daughter's eyes was not of happiness. One's birthday doesn't really change so saying he rushed over was nothing short of just paying lip service. "As your father, I need to be here for your birthday."

"So you still remember us then?" She asked. Despite everything that happened, she still cared for him. More than any sane person would anyway.

"If you step in and hug that man, just know I will never have a shred of respect for you ever again." Rexford whispered coldly. Quite a few next to Rongfei heard and were suprised. "Business-wise I can understand his move. But as A man I can not. Married your mother claimed to love her but divorced her to push his goals more. Never really coming around, tsk tsk. Proof their relationship had a price on it. As well as you having a price. Now if they talked about this beforehand.. before getting married, that is a different story. Something tells me that is not the case."

"But he is my father..." Xu Rongfei muttered. A thousand thoughts going through her head at once.

"Father.. more like a sperm donor. Blood does not make one a father. Being there and raising you does. As well as sharing in your pain and suffering. That is something a father does. Your mother had a hard time as well as yourself." Rexford shook his head in disappointment. The energy in the room was just not to his taste at all. "It is your birthday, you are closer and closer to becoming an adult. Time to leave certain thoughts behind."

"I.. can't do it." Feifei ran over to her father and mother. Joining them in the crying.

"How disappointing." Rexford sighed then turned to leave. Han Yun looked between him and Xu Rongfei feeling a little conflicted. But the look on Rexford was in her favor for things. "Umm Mr.Mingyun.."

"Oh, tell her to forget the 2nd birthday gift. I rescind the offer. Call me tomorrow to talk Ms. Han Yun. I am not in good mood right now." Gesturing to his people he was leaving, Rexford did not pay a single look to the old man that was with Xu Ao. Not until they stood in his way. "Move.. or lose more than just your dignity."

*Brmm!* Bloodlust leaked off Rexford as he suppressed them. The Internal Master shuddered and moved out of the way quickly.

The disturbance causing the "family" to part and look over. Xu Rongfei became that Rexford was almost out the door. By the tension around him, nothing good happened from her decision.

"Rexford wait!" Her cry for him to stop was ignored. "Don't leave!" Hearing her call so desperately a few couldn't help think something was amiss. The pendant he just gave her had a dark glow for a brief second. Losing a bit of its light.

"Let the young man go Feifei." Ms.Xu said. "We should all sit down and discuss some matters."

"I agree."

"This.. is disgusting." Yang Chao muttered. Something about seeing them sit down like they were a happy family made him sick. "Thank you for the invite, Xu Rongfei but I have something to do."

He left promptly. Barely looking at anyone there.

Ji Xingyu said goodbyes and excused himself as well. Ranran and Mengmeng staying to support her still.

The Wei 3rd group left a few minutes later as well as the few Masters of Chuzhou family members.

The party took an odd turn but no one made mention really of what just happened. A few snickered to themselves when hearing he wanted to meet the Great Master Mingyun. Not knowing that person just left the party.

Han Yun kept a good record of everything. She would use it to get closer to Rexford. Which should defintely make her grandfather happy.