Douluo Continent: The Ice Dragon King Martial Soul, Ma Xiaotao is Addicted

Xiao Hongchen was in a bit of a panic at the moment and didn't notice his sister's little tricks.

Because if things continue like this, the deal may not be completed.

He wasn't afraid of being punished; on the contrary, he was more afraid of leaving a bad impression on his grandfather and disappointing him.

"Sect Leader Ye, your conditions are far too demanding. Even a small piece of level eight metal is worth far more than a level four milk bottle."

Xiao Hongchen still gritted his teeth and persevered.

Ye Chen's gaze was calm: "Let's get practical. The core value of the Super Milk Bottle lies in its energy supply, which is equivalent to an extra backup energy source. You should know how effective it is when combined with some energy-intensive soul tools."

"Moreover, the production of level four baby bottles will soon increase, and soon there will be level five and even level six super baby bottles. You should know their role in the military."

Ye Chen's words were like a precise scalpel, cutting right to the heart of the matter.

Xiao Hongchen was struggling intensely inside.

He had to admit that Ye Chen's analysis made sense.

But the deal for a level nine soul tool was too big, and he couldn't make a decision.

"Excuse me, I'll be right back..."

Xiao Hongchen finally couldn't hold back any longer and took his leave.

Clearly, he intended to ask Jing Hongchen.

He really had no other choice...

The door to the reception room closed gently, shutting out the noise from outside and suddenly making the space, which had just been filled with the smoke of intense negotiations, quiet down.

Only Ye Chen and Meng Hongchen remained in the room.

Meng Hongchen's heart skipped a beat, then raced wildly as if wound up. She had never expected the opportunity to come so suddenly.

Now it's just her and Ye Chen alone together!
She could even clearly hear her own heart pounding in the quiet room.

Meng Hongchen instinctively gripped the hem of her skirt tightly with both hands, her cheeks burning hot. She lowered her head, not daring to look at Ye Chen, and her icy blue eyes frantically turned to the decorative potted plants beside her.

An awkward silence hung in the air.

Ye Chen picked up the teacup in front of him and took a sip. The warm tea slid down his throat, allowing him to completely relax from the verbal sparring he had just had with Xiao Hongchen.

He naturally noticed Meng Hongchen's unease and nervousness. Her helpless yet forced composure revealed an innocence and cuteness that seemed out of place for the young lady of Mingde Hall.

"Is Miss Meng very nervous?"

Ye Chen's voice broke the silence, his tone calm, with a hint of good-natured teasing.

"Huh? No...no!"

Meng Hongchen suddenly raised her head like a startled deer, meeting Ye Chen's smiling gaze. She immediately lowered her head as if electrocuted, her cheeks flushed crimson, her voice barely audible, "I...I just...I just think Sect Leader Ye, you're amazing..."

She mustered her courage and finally spoke the words that had been weighing on her mind, her voice slightly louder: "Watching you negotiate with my brother just now, you were so organized and uncompromising, it was really impressive... My brother is usually very capable, I never expected him to be outmaneuvered by you..."

By the end, her tone even carried a hint of barely perceptible admiration.

Ye Chen chuckled: "In business battles, your brother is thoughtful and prudent. He is an admirable opponent and also a very good partner."

He paused for a moment, then naturally steered the conversation away from Meng Hongchen's tension, "Speaking of which, as the granddaughter of the Mirror Hall Master, Miss Meng must also have extraordinary attainments in the art of soul tools, right?"

Mentioning the soul tool, Meng Hongchen's eyes lit up instantly, as if he had found a familiar safe zone, and his tension subsided considerably.

She looked up, her icy blue eyes sparkling with a lively light: "I'm alright. My main interest is in designing small soul tools. I also study combat-related things, but I'm not as focused as my brother, though..."

She looked at Ye Chen curiously, "Sect Leader Ye, I just heard you say that you designed the Super Milk Bottle? I wonder what level of Soul Master you are now..."

She'd had this question on her mind for a long time. In her opinion, to design a level four super baby bottle, Ye Chen must at least be level five...

But she wasn't sure, so she asked.

It was a bit impolite, but she was genuinely curious.

"I am honored by Miss Meng's high regard. I haven't been using soul tools for very long, and currently... I'd say I'm at level seven." Ye Chen's tone was calm, without any intention of showing off.

Actually, he is already an 8th-level Soul Master, but he hasn't had enough time to develop an 8th-level Soul Tool. You could say he's 7th-level.

As for pretending to be weak to deceive others, Ye Chen's current strength no longer requires it; just telling the truth is enough.

"Level seven? How is that possible?!"

Meng Hongchen's eyes widened instantly, her small mouth opened slightly, and her voice became somewhat distorted.

"I am now a Soul Saint and a Level 7 Soul Master, which is normal, right?" Ye Chen said, his aura slightly spreading out.

The aura unique to the Soul Saint landed on Meng Hongchen.

Although Ye Chen only released a tiny bit of his aura, the terrifying pressure from his cultivation level still caused Meng Hongchen's breath to catch in her throat, almost suffocating her.

"Soul...Soul Saint...You...you're so young, how could you possibly be a Soul Saint?!"

Meng Hongchen covered her head, feeling as if her worldview was about to be turned upside down!

Ye Chen looks to be only a teenager!
A Soul Saint in his teens—such a talent has never appeared on the entire continent before!
Ye Chen's actions are just too outrageous...

Ye Chen is a student at Shrek Academy.

Shrek's students are all very capable, but she's never seen anyone this fierce!
With Ye Chen in charge, what's the point of the next Continental Advanced Soul Master Competition? The Shrek Academy champion will be decided right away!
All contestants from the normal academy are Soul Masters.

Only the royal academy of an empire, or the three top academies, will send a Soul King to fight.

However, Shrek Academy has always sent out Soul Emperors, which is absurd, but everyone understands it if the opponent is Shrek Academy.

But now, Shrek Academy has produced a Soul Saint in his teens!!

What a joke!

Not only was he a Soul Saint, but he was also a Level 7 Soul Master!!
Meng Hongchen was starting to doubt the meaning of life.

Her talent was almost unparalleled in the entire academy; whether it was her talent for cultivation or her talent as a soul master, it was all top-notch.

She is even stronger than her brother in some respects.

Now, compared to Ye Chen, her talent is a complete joke.

Ye Chen's talent can no longer be described as genius; he's practically a monster!

"Hehe, Miss Meng, don't be discouraged. I am different from you. In terms of talent, I am the best on the continent, and in terms of strength, I am the same."

Ye Chen chuckled. Although there was some boasting involved, it was pretty much true.

"The number one on the mainland..." Meng Hongchen murmured to herself, still somewhat dazed and not yet recovered from the shock.

She did acknowledge that Ye Chen was the most talented person on the continent.

But in terms of combat power, Ye Chen is only a Soul Saint, so how can he be called the number one on the continent?

However, she did not deny it.

After all, with Ye Chen's talent and growth rate, he will surely be able to stand at the top of the continent in the future.

(End of this chapter)