Legend of the Dragon King: I really didn't mean to provoke them!

Just as he was chewing on beef jerky and preparing to tease Yuan Ye, whose ears were turning red, he suddenly heard a muffled sound of a door opening coming from the direction of the hall.

Immediately afterwards, a steady and powerful footstep approached from afar, slowly piercing through the hustle and bustle of the courtyard.

Yuan Ye hadn't recovered from the tingling sensation in her fingertips and subconsciously looked up.

The carved gate slowly opened, and Elder Yun walked in front, followed by a tall, middle-aged man.

The man was dressed in a well-tailored white and gold brocade robe. He had a handsome face but also an aura of unapproachability. His eyebrows and eyes were seven parts similar to Xie Xie's, and he exuded the aura of someone who had been in a high position for a long time.

It was Xie Feng, the old man Xie Xie mentioned, who was the current head of the Xie family.

Xie Xie's beef jerky fell back into the packaging bag with a "thud," his previous playful smile froze on his face, and his expression suddenly became unnatural.

Having been in this world for so long, this is the first time he has faced his adoptive father up close.

In addition, he was an orphan in his previous life and never had any contact with his parents.

Noticing Xie Xie's unusual behavior, Yuan Ye also sat up slightly. The blush on her ears quickly faded, replaced by caution, and her whole aura calmed down.

Elder Yun stepped forward first and bowed respectfully to Xie Xie.

"Young Master, the Patriarch has returned."

Xie Feng's eyes were sharp and deep.

But when his eyes met Xie Xie's dark green eyes, a sad background music suddenly burst forth without warning:

This whirlpool of memories is about to engulf me.

Please don't leave me~

Because I owe you so much.

The silence that followed the release of my hand... even my heart died.

……

The melody is poignant, and the lyrics are heart-wrenching.

Xie Feng's usually calm and dignified eyes softened suddenly, all the sharpness and coldness of his usual gaze disappearing, leaving only an intense tenderness and bittersweetness.

"Ah Feng!"

A gentle and cheerful call suddenly exploded in Xie Feng's mind, piercing through ten years of time and dust.

"Ah Feng~"

The last syllable of that sound was drawn out softly, carrying a hint of coquettishness and dependence.

One spring afternoon, he was sitting in the courtyard handling some business when a delicate figure suddenly pounced on him from behind, wrapping her arms around his neck with warmth and softness.

“Ah Feng…”

The last sound was an extremely soft sigh, mixed with the dampness of tears falling on the collarbone, making one's heart clench tightly.

Xie Feng's Adam's apple bobbed violently.

He swallowed hard, his voice hoarse as if it had been sanded down with sandpaper—

"It's you……"

That tone wasn't directed at Xie Xie.

It's more like calling out to a soul that has been gone for ten years, across time.

Xie Xie: "???"

He stood frozen in place, mouth slightly agape, still clutching the beef jerky packaging in his hand, completely bewildered by the scene before him.

Not

Is this the start of a sentimental flashback?

He was an orphan in his previous life, and had never experienced anything like this before. He was immediately made uneasy by his old man's complicated and intense gaze.

Yuan Ye saw everything clearly from the side.

His hands, hanging by his sides, clenched slightly, his fingertips cool.

The emotions churning in this man's eyes were so evident: longing, guilt, and self-reproach...

There was no love, though.

Just like his father watched his mother die—

The mother's death took away all of the father's love.

Only the melancholic background music continued to echo slowly in the courtyard, making the atmosphere even more subtle.

It wasn't until the entire song finished playing that Xie Feng snapped out of his daze. He paused for a moment, then forcefully suppressed the tears welling up in his eyes and forced himself to look away.

The moment Xie Feng's gaze shifted from Xie Xie's face, it regained its usual sharpness and depth.

With a hint of scrutiny, she slowly looked at Yuan Ye beside her.

Red hair, a pale face, and those exceptionally bright chestnut-red eyes...

These characteristics made Xie Feng narrow his eyes slightly.

Yuan Ye was only ten years old after all. Being stared at by his cold gaze, she couldn't help but feel a sense of panic. Her fingertips curled up and she subconsciously pulled back.

Xie Xie took in Yuan Ye's subtle reactions.

He frowned, stepped forward, and stood firmly in front of Yuan Ye, protecting the boy's slender figure behind him.

Xie Xie looked up to meet his father's gaze. Although he was still intimidated, he straightened his back and his tone even carried a hint of subconscious protectiveness:

"Dad...

Xie Feng's deep eyes flickered almost imperceptibly, then he slightly raised his head.

He didn't say much, only glanced at Yuan Ye behind Xie Xie, and ultimately said nothing before turning around and walking towards the main building's stairs.

The steady footsteps gradually faded into the distance, and the platinum-gold figure disappeared around the corner of the stairs, leaving only silence.

Only after Xie Feng's figure completely disappeared did Yuan Ye's tense body relax slightly, and the oppressive feeling in his heart finally dissipated.

Xie Xie secretly breathed a sigh of relief and turned around to look at Yuan Ye behind him.

"It's alright, my dad is gone."

As expected of the "King of Breakthroughs" who secured cooperation agreements with two major organizations, the Spirit Pagoda and the Tang Sect, in just three months, his oppressive aura was truly terrifying, especially considering he was facing his own family.

Xie Xie couldn't imagine how terrifying his old man would be if he were replaced by an enemy.

He remembered that Old Deng's martial spirit was also the Light Dragon Blade...

A terrifying dual-wielding man?

Chapter 101 Heaven Dou Royal Auction

At dinner time, the restaurant was brightly lit, and the long table was filled with exquisite dishes, but it was unusually quiet, with only the soft clinking of bowls and chopsticks.

Xie Feng sat in the main seat, dining with elegant manners, his expression as calm and dignified as ever, and he didn't say much.

Xie Xie buried his head in his food, barely looking up the whole time.

Yuan Ye sat quietly beside Xie Xie, eating her food in small bites.

When everyone had finished eating, Xie Feng slowly put down his chopsticks, wiped his lips, and spoke softly, breaking the silence of the restaurant: "Tomorrow, we'll go to the Tian Dou Royal Auction. Make some preparations in advance."

Xie Xie paused, his chopsticks still in his hand, and suddenly looked up, his eyes lighting up with surprise: "Really?!"

For him, going to the Heavenly Dou Royal Auction was like going out for fun!

Upon hearing this, Yuan Ye paused slightly in her chopsticks, looked up at Xie Feng, then turned to Xie Xie beside her, and said softly, "I won't go. I'll just stay at the Xie family and wait for you to come back."

After saying that, he put down his chopsticks and said, "Uncle Xie Feng, I'm full."

Xie Feng sat in the main seat, his gaze calm, and nodded slightly.

Seeing that Yuan Ye was about to leave, Xie Xie was displeased and immediately threw down his bowl and chopsticks, quickly chasing after her.

"Hey, come with me! I'm always cooped up at home, what's so fun about that?"

"Original night~Good original night~"

"Come play with me!"

then--

Yuan Ye was repairing the mecha, and Xie Xie followed.

Yuan Ye meditated and cultivated, and Xie Xie followed.

Yuan Ye was preparing to take a shower when Xie Xie...

"Get out of here!"

The bathroom door opened, and Xie Xie was kicked out. Then the bathroom door was slammed shut again and locked with a click.

Finally, after being harassed to no end, Yuan Ye finally agreed.

The next morning, just as dawn was breaking, a soul-guided vehicle was parked in the Xie family's courtyard. The vehicle was engraved with intricate soul-guided patterns, exuding a sense of luxury.

Xie Feng led Xie Xie and Yuan Ye into the car together.

The interior is spacious and comfortable, with soft carpets, large seats, and exquisite refreshments.

The soul-guided vehicle started smoothly and sped off at great speed, heading towards Heaven Dou City. The scenery outside the window rushed past, and in less than half a day, they arrived at the extremely prosperous Heaven Dou City.

Tian Dou City was bustling with activity, its streets wide and teeming with people. The various buildings were magnificent and grand, exuding the prosperity and grandeur of Tian Dou City.

Xie Feng led the two out of the car.

The three walked through bustling streets and finally arrived in front of an extremely luxurious building. Above it hung large, gilded characters that read: Tiandou Royal Hotel.

Yes, the auction in Tiandou City was held at the Tiandou Royal Hotel.

As soon as the three of them stepped into the hotel lobby, they were greeted by an atmosphere of luxury and grandeur.

The ground was made of precious stone that was as smooth as a mirror, and the surrounding area was decorated with exquisite soul-guided lamps. The people who came and went were all dressed in fine clothes and had a calm demeanor, and they were obviously not ordinary people.

Almost the instant they entered, a man dressed in a black suit and with a respectful demeanor quickly came to greet them.

"Master Xie, you've finally arrived. The private room has been prepared for you." The man bowed slightly, his tone extremely polite, clearly having been waiting for some time.

Xie Feng nodded slightly, showing no surprise whatsoever: "Lead the way."

"Yes, this way please."

A guide led the three through the spacious lobby, with a respectful and proper demeanor, and headed towards the depths of the elevator.

The elevator ascended smoothly and stopped at the top floor.

Stepping out of the elevator, the corridor was extremely quiet, covered with thick carpets that concealed even the sound of footsteps, and guards stood watch at intervals.

A staff member stopped in front of an exquisitely carved door and gently pushed it open: "Master Xie, this is the VIP exclusive auction room prepared for you. It has the best view and you will be served by a dedicated person throughout the process."

The interior is spacious and bright, with a huge transparent viewing window directly in front, facing the auction stage below, offering a wide and unobstructed view.

The room is furnished with soft sofas and exquisite refreshments, offering a quiet and private space completely undisturbed by the outside world.

Xie Feng went in first and sat down on the main sofa, his demeanor calm and composed.

Xie Xie was dumbfounded. As soon as he entered the room, he curiously went to the viewing window and looked down at the auction stage.

Yuan Ye followed quietly behind, gently observing the incredibly luxurious private room. His expression remained calm, but a hint of curiosity flickered in his eyes.

About half an hour later, the lights in the hall gradually dimmed, and the noisy sounds in the hall began to quiet down.

"Welcome, distinguished guests, to the Heavenly Dou Royal Auction!"

"The items in this auction include treasures such as spirit fruits, spirit herbs, rare metals, battle armor, and mechs."

"Now, we will distribute the auction booklets to our distinguished guests. Please take a look. The auction will officially begin in twenty minutes!"

Soft beams of light appeared behind each sofa.

It was still a man in a formal suit, wearing the auction's exclusive badge on the right lapel, who handed Xie Feng a gleaming gold auction catalog.

However, Xie Feng didn't even glance at it before tossing it directly to Xie Xie.