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

Just then, Ye Chen keenly sensed a familiar fluctuation of soul power coming from outside the door.

He said to the still somewhat bewildered Meng Hongchen, "Miss Meng, it seems your brother has returned. I am a low-key person, and this matter should not be made public. I hope Miss Meng can keep it a secret for me."

Ye Chen wasn't actually afraid of going public; he was afraid of being harassed.

After all, nobody believes a Soul Saint who's only a teenager.

How can one gain faith?

I definitely want to see it for myself.

Who knows, someone might come and challenge him then.

Ye Chen is busy eating, drinking, having fun, and having sex every day, so he has no time to pay attention to those noobs.

He hated trouble the most, so even though his cultivation level had improved, he didn't show off everywhere, but remained very low-key.

At most, he'll show off a little when he's in the mood.

Just like now...

"Don't worry, I won't tell anyone!"

Meng Hongchen came to her senses and nodded her little head repeatedly.

For some reason, she felt a little touched and secretly pleased.

Because the information shows that Ye Chen is only a Soul Master, it is clear that Ye Chen's cultivation level is a closely guarded secret.

Yet Ye Chen was willing to reveal such confidential information to her.

"I never expected Ye Chen to trust me so much the first time we met. This must be fate!"

Meng Hongchen thought to herself, feeling inexplicably excited.

Moreover, she also intended to help Ye Chen keep this secret and never reveal it to anyone, so as not to make Ye Chen dislike her.

Just then, Ye Chen suddenly took out a small silver ring and handed it to Meng Hongchen, saying, "This is the Myriad Manifestations Communicator that I made myself. It is a level 5 soul tool. Its communication range and other functions are stronger than the communication soul tools displayed outside. You can contact me anytime if you need anything. In the future, Tang Sect and Mingde Hall will have a lot of cooperation and can exchange ideas."

Wow, this is for me! How did you know I like silver?

When Meng Hongchen saw the glittering silver ring, she was overjoyed. She quickly reached out her little hand and carefully held the ring in her palm, as if she were holding the most precious treasure in the world.

Actually, a level 5 soul tool wasn't very valuable to her.

But this was a gift from Ye Chen, the first gift he had ever given her. At the same time, this ring was also the only way she could contact Ye Chen, so she naturally cherished it immensely.

"Hurry up and put it away, don't let your brother find out, otherwise he will definitely suspect that I am bribing you."

Ye Chen said with a smile.

"Yes, yes, we can't let him find out!"

Upon hearing this, Meng Hongchen quickly realized what was happening and hurriedly put the ring away.

The next moment, the door to the reception room was pushed open.

Xiao Hongchen walked in slowly, a look of relief on his face.

He glanced at his sister, whose face was still flushed but whose eyes were bright, then looked at Ye Chen, who had a calm expression, and vaguely felt that something was wrong.

However, at this moment his mind was entirely on important matters.

He sat down opposite Ye Chen again, took a deep breath, and said, "Sect Leader Ye, I apologize for keeping you waiting. Regarding the transaction plan we just discussed, we have carefully considered it and have put forward a revised suggestion. This is our greatest sincerity."

Xiao Hongchen's tone was much calmer than before, clearly indicating that he had received explicit instructions from Jing Hongchen: "We agree to settle 1% of the value of the goods in the transaction with level nine rare metals. This represents our highest recognition and sincerity of the core technology concept of the Super Baby Bottle."

He paused for a moment, observing Ye Chen's reaction. Seeing that the other party's expression remained unchanged, he continued, "At the same time, 5% of the value of the goods can be settled with level eight rare metals. This is considered a premium paid for the super milk bottle's superior performance and future research potential."

"As for the remaining payment, it must be settled with rare metals corresponding to the level of the purchased super milk bottle, or we can pay with gold soul coins of equal value. This is the bottom line."

After Xiao Hongchen finished speaking, her gaze was fixed intently on Ye Chen, clearly showing some nervousness.

Because this is the final bottom line; if Ye Chen still doesn't agree, then the negotiations will truly fall apart.

This is definitely bad news for Mingdetang.

"Tap tap tap..." Ye Chen's fingers tapped lightly on the smooth tabletop, making a barely audible tapping sound as he quickly calculated and weighed options.

This proposal is clearly a huge concession compared to the previous one, especially considering that it includes an extremely valuable share of level nine metals.

Although they are still stingy, at least they are willing to make a deal.

Moreover, the other party did not specify an upper limit; as long as the transaction volume is large enough, the amount of rare metals obtained will be considerable.

Moreover, this transaction will provide a continuous source of level nine and level eight rare metals in the future, which is the most important thing.

Thinking of this, Ye Chen stopped knocking, a hearty smile spreading across his face. He extended his hand to Xiao Hongchen and said, "While your proposal is slightly different from what I expected, it still demonstrates Mingde Hall's sincerity. I accept your terms."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Hongchen's tense nerves finally relaxed completely, and there was even a hint of barely perceptible joy on his face.

"Excellent! Sect Leader Ye is very generous! It's a pleasure to cooperate with you!"

Xiao Hongchen immediately stood up and tightly grasped Ye Chen's hand.

"It's a pleasure doing business with you!" Ye Chen stood up as well, and the two clasped hands firmly, symbolizing that this deal, which was of great significance to both parties, had finally been finalized.

Seeing the two reach an agreement, Meng Hongchen was a hundred times happier than if she had actually closed the deal herself!
She was so excited she almost jumped up, her icy blue eyes curving into crescents.

The subsequent process became simple and efficient.

On the thick stack of soul tool transaction contracts that had been prepared in advance, Ye Chen and Xiao Hongchen each signed their names and affixed their respective special marks representing their forces.

A massive order worth well over 100 million Gold Soul Coins has officially taken effect!
Even Ye Chen felt a slight excitement in his hand as he held the pen; this was definitely the biggest deal he had ever signed.

At the same time, it also represents pressure.

Although no delivery time was agreed upon, Ye Chen would not renege on his promise. He would use the funds and the level-nine rare metal as soon as possible to make the "automatic engraving machine," which would increase efficiency by at least a thousand times!
"Brother Ye, now that the cooperation is settled, we won't bother you any longer."

Xiao Hongchen put away his copy of the contract, a polite smile on his face, and even changed how he addressed Ye Chen.

This deal was equally significant for him and the Hongchen family.

"Good~"

Ye Chen nodded and personally escorted the brother and sister out of the reception room, all the way to the door.

Meng Hongchen took a few steps, then couldn't help but turn back, giving Ye Chen a bright smile and waving vigorously: "Brother Ye Chen, see you next time!"

Its bright appearance is like the warm winter sun.

Watching Xiao Hongchen and Meng Hongchen disappear at the end of the corridor, Ye Chen let out a long sigh of relief.

Having secured so many orders, Ye Chen appeared calm but was still feeling a bit of pressure. He just wanted to find a place to lie down for a while.

As for other forces that followed, Ye Chen couldn't be bothered with them.

The orders from the three major forces—Tianhun, Xingluo, and Mingdetang—were enough to feed Ye Chen.

If we ask Xian Lin'er or the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School for help later, there shouldn't be any trouble.

The Douling Empire is a bit weak; not many people came this time, and Ye Chen didn't have high hopes.

As for the other forces...

With insufficient production, theirs naturally have to be relegated to the back of the list.

Ye Chen had just turned around and returned to the door of the reception room, and before he could even push the door open to catch his breath, two figures exuding a strong "jealousy" aura rushed in like the wind.

It was Jiang Nannan and Tang Ya.

The two women had clearly rushed over; their pretty faces were flushed, and their foreheads were covered in fine beads of sweat.

However, at this moment, the expressions on their faces were anything but cute.

Both of them had gloomy faces, their handsome eyebrows slightly furrowed, especially Tang Ya, whose cheeks were puffed up with anger, her gaze slashing at Ye Chen like a knife.

A strong, tangible sour and vinegary smell wafted towards us.

(End of this chapter)