"If only I could introduce my two daughters to a Yellow-tier Alchemist, that would be best!" Aunt Number Two said, flattering.
"That's easy, easy. What's there to be separate about between sisters?" Saying this, Aunt Number Two glanced proudly at Lan Tianxiong's family. Hmph. What's so great about getting a fire crystal ore vein? What's so great about having a son and daughter who are Xuan Gang realm martial arts geniuses? Are there not many Xuan Gang realm martial arts geniuses? But how many Yellow-tier Alchemists are there? Her younger son is about to become an alchemist!
Aunt Number Two, Aunt Number Four, Sun Jian, and the sisters Nong Xiuyu filed out. Once they left, the private room finally became quiet. Lan Tianxiong's face was dark, looking as displeased as could be. Lan Xueyi and Lan Junjie also had no appetite. The table full of delicacies had been made a mess by Aunt Number Two, Aunt Number Four, Sun Jian, and the sisters Nong Xiuyu, making it unappetizing to even look at. Especially Aunt Number Two's words, which made Lan Xueyi very angry. If it weren't for her father, she would have pulled Ling Fan away long ago.
Lan Junjie crossed his arms in anger. He had thought they could have a good meal, but it turned out to be so upsetting because of Aunt Number Two and Aunt Number Four. It was truly infuriating.
Mother-in-law Li Huimei looked at Ling Fan apologetically and said, "Xiao Fan, don't take it to heart. For the sake of them being elders, please don't stoop to their level."
Ling Fan smiled faintly, his expression as calm as ever. He tapped the table and called Manager Jin in to have another table of dishes served. Without Aunt Number Two, Aunt Number Four, and the others being an eyesore, they finally had a chance to properly enjoy Jiang He Lou's top-tier feast.
However, the good times didn't last long. After eating for a while, with a creak, the private room door was pushed open again! Aunt Number Two, Aunt Number Four, Sun Jian, and the sisters Nong Keyu and Nong Keyu returned to the private room looking disheveled and utterly pathetic, as if they were fleeing. Aunt Number Two's hair was messy, and there was a dark five-fingered imprint on her face, clearly indicating she had been slapped hard by someone. As for her son Sun Jian, he was holding his waist, grimacing in pain.
Lan Tianxiong, Li Huimei, Lan Xueyi, and Lan Junjie were stunned. What was going on? Weren't they just taking Sun Jian to find that Alchemist Qian to become their disciple with great joy? Why did they return looking like this! Could it be that there are such rules for apprenticeship in Tianchu City? What about offering tea? That's child's play. You still have to be beaten by your master? That's too perverted.
Lan Junjie looked at Sun Jian's miserable state, which was more than just tragic; it was unbearable to look at. However, he felt a great sense of relief in his heart. The person who taught them a lesson was a good person. Lan Junjie chuckled inwardly. Only Ling Fan smiled coldly, having a rough idea of what had happened.
Lan Tianxiong's expression changed slightly as he asked, "Second Sister, Fourth Sister, what... what is this all about? Did you succeed in the apprenticeship?"
Aunt Number Two's face was full of tears. She didn't answer Lan Tianxiong's question. Instead, she rushed to Lan Tianxiong and grabbed him, saying, "Third Brother, you must save me this time! If you don't save us, we're finished!"
Lan Tianxiong was bewildered by her. What exactly was going on? Weren't they fine just now? Why were they acting so panicked? What kind of trouble did they stir up in the Ting Chao Xuan private room?
Aunt Number Four trembled and said, "Third Brother... Third Brother, we're in big trouble!"
Lan Tianxiong said, full of disappointment, "What trouble did you get into? Tell me first!"
Aunt Number Four guiltily said, "Earlier, Second Sister took Sun Jian and us to apprentice, but we were rejected by Alchemist Qian..."
Upon hearing this, Ling Fan sneered. Alchemists are all incredibly arrogant people. Wanting to become a disciple without having alchemical talent is just asking for humiliation.
Lan Tianxiong said, "If they refuse, so be it. It's not a big deal, why are you so scared?" He paused here, his expression changing drastically, and asked, "You didn't offend that Alchemist Qian, did you!"
Aunt Number Four said with lingering fear, "Second Sister and Sun Jian drank too much and spoke without restraint. They... they cursed Alchemist Qian! They cursed Alchemist Qian for being ungrateful and putting on airs..." "They even threatened Alchemist Qian that if he didn't take Sun Jian as a disciple today, they would make him pay!"
After hearing Aunt Number Four's words, Lan Tianxiong, Li Huimei, and the others were all shocked. Lan Tianxiong's face turned green with anger. He wished he could sew the mouths of his second sister and his nephew shut with a needle and thread! Why were these two so troublesome? They actually dared to threaten a Yellow-tier High-grade Alchemist. This was courting death. A Yellow-tier High-grade Alchemist is someone even a quasi-Heavenly Origin realm expert would not dare to offend easily. While the inherent strength of a Yellow-tier High-grade Alchemist might not be comparable to a quasi-Heavenly Origin realm expert, it is no exaggeration to say that the connections and influence of a Yellow-tier High-grade Alchemist are definitely no weaker than those of a quasi-Heavenly Origin realm expert. What are they, mother and son, to dare to act so arrogantly in front of a Yellow-tier High-grade Alchemist?
What's more, the most terrifying thing is that Alchemist Qian is not alone. Behind him stands the behemoth known as the Pill Pavilion. This is a transcendent force that even the Governor's Mansion has to appease. Who in Tianchu Province dares to offend them? But these two, mother and son, have completely offended them.
Lan Tianxiong suddenly thought of something and said, "That's not right. If you offended a big shot like Alchemist Qian, why would he let you leave so easily..."
Aunt Number Four lowered her head, extremely guilty, and said, "Second Sister... she said to let Alchemist Qian wait, that she also has background and backing to be able to dine at Chunjiang Yue. Her backing is right here in Chunjiang Yue. She also said she would make Alchemist Qian and the others pay later!"
As soon as Aunt Number Four said this, Lan Tianxiong and Li Huimei felt as if their heads had been hit hard by a punch. They were stunned! Aunt Number Two had dragged them all down with her! This... Oh my god.
Lan Junjie's jaw dropped. He suddenly felt that the secret recipe蛟 meat in his hand was no longer delicious. This mother and son had caused a huge disaster, and now they wanted their family to take the blame. How could they do such a despicable thing? Damn it, can't you two act like human beings!
Lan Tianxiong said anxiously, "Second Sister, you... alas, what can I say about you! You've caused such a huge mess, what power do I have to help you clean it up? That's a Yellow-tier High-grade Alchemist. Even the Lan clan wouldn't be useful! Let alone me!"
Aunt Number Two grabbed Lan Tianxiong and acted shamelessly, saying, "I don't care, Third Brother, you must save me, otherwise, we mother and son are dead today! Since you can book such a top-tier private room at Chunjiang Yue, you must have a way! Otherwise, let's all wait to die together!"