Speaking so, he grabbed the still-dazed Su Chen and pushed him towards the auction hall entrance. Su Chen turned back repeatedly, only to see Tianhui giving him a slight smile, but that smile looked rather aggrieved. Ha, so it turns out the renowned Lord Tianhui also has his off days. The auction concluded, but everyone stood in place for quite some time before slowly departing. The astonishing events that occurred here today would certainly be spread far and wide. Nalan Kang stood there emotionless, staring at the entrance of the auction hall. Ginny called him several times, but he remained unresponsive. It was only when Nalan Qing approached that some brightness returned to his eyes. "Kang, let’s go home." Nalan Qing’s tone was more serious than ever before. Nalan Kang’s throat moved slightly, yet he didn’t resist in any way, merely nodding dully. Father and son walked silently toward the exit. Ginny followed a few steps behind, her expression contemplative, but her face now appeared as gentle and docile as a neighbor girl... As drinks exchanged hands repeatedly and dusk approached, Tianhui tried to lighten the mood, "Dolmont, young brother Su Chen should be getting some rest." Dolmont, to Tianhui’s surprise, laughed and said, "Alright, we’ll stop here today then. Next time when there’s time, I’ll definitely invite the young brother over to my place for a drink." "But why didn’t you drink a single glass?" The drunken Su Chen slurred his words. Phoenix half-supported him, both pained and helpless. "Me? Heh heh, I’m already quite fat. If I drink more, no one will want me. But if Miss Cangyan has sisters, I wouldn’t mind breaking the rule next time to drink heartily with the young brother." Su Chen stood up, eyes hazy with drunkenness, and needed Phoenix to support him. "Alright, it’s a deal. If you don’t drink next time, I won’t either!" Dolmont laughed along, then gave Phoenix a knowing look, "Miss Cangyan, take him home, and be careful on the way." Phoenix nodded gratefully, taking Su Chen and slowly disappearing from Tianhui and Dolmont’s sight. With a gesture from Dolmont, several capable guards subtly followed, ensuring protection along the way. After a while, Tianhui finished a cup of wine, watching the moonrise in the sky, and spoke softly, "Dolmont, your performance today was quite surprising." "Heh heh, it’s easy to find a thousand soldiers, but difficult to find one good general. Tianhui, you have so many experts in the Divine Concealment Hall, just leave him to me." Thᴇ link to the origɪn of this information rᴇsts ɪn 𝘯𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭·𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘦·𝘯𝘦𝘵 Though his tone was playful, Dolmont’s expression was intensely serious. He believed in the stunning potential Su Chen showed. Given time, this young man from the East would undoubtedly become the greatest asset for the Julius Clan. "This isn’t about talent, Dolmont. We’ve been friends for years, and I shouldn’t be competing with you, but keeping this young one isn’t my choice." Dolmont’s face changed dramatically. Tianhui sighed softly to himself and shook his head, "This is an order from Master Prophet..." The night deepened, the wind outside carrying a slight chill as it blew into the room. The Beast Oil Lamp flickered, casting shifting shadows on the walls, obscuring the outline of those within the bed. Phoenix sat on the bedside, gazing intently at that face full of drunkenness. She had never felt such a stirring, as if a gentle breeze rippled across a lake, causing waves that had not yet settled before a storm rolled in, completely engulfing her heart and mind. All she knew was that she had fallen deeply and irrevocably in love with this boy, a few years her junior. Her jade-like hand gently caressed Su Chen’s slightly warm cheek, the night’s cool wind like water, blowing apart the hair covering Phoenix’s brows, revealing a face of celestial beauty. Leaning down, she planted a deep kiss on the face of the drunkenly sleeping Su Chen, with a hint of coolness. A bright smile bloomed on Phoenix’s graceful lips... Upon waking, it was already the next morning. The faint light cast a shimmering pool on the floor. Su Chen opened his eyes, only to see someone still asleep at the bedside, Phoenix. She lay quietly with her beautiful eyes closed, her long lashes gently quivering with her even breaths. Her exquisitely lovely face was pure and flawless, like the most perfect work of art. Her silky long hair, sharp willow-leaf eyebrows, petite nose, and rosy lips, all stirred a deep affection in a man’s heart. In the Cang Family’s back garden, on a winding stone path, Su Chen and Phoenix walked side by side. Out of concern for Su Chen, Phoenix spoke first, "The capital tournament is only half a day away. Aren’t you going to prepare?" Su Chen shook his head, masking his embarrassment with a faint smile, "Sharpening one’s spear at the last moment is no match for a decade of honing one’s skills." "Heh, so you’re saying you’re sure of victory?" Phoenix was amused by his pretense. "Of course not. I’m just stating a simple truth that only hard work yields results." "Hmm, truly a good child." Phoenix nodded approvingly, her unusual choice of words warming Su Chen’s heart slightly. Good child, he had always been one, but unfortunately, many people overlooked it. "Though I think you’re impressive, even to the point of being terrifying, I still have to remind you..." Su Chen asked curiously. Phoenix pursed her lips seriously, "The capital tournament is not like the previous special training, so the rules are slightly different. Anyone under twenty-five can participate, which means the participants, due to the expanded age range, will be much stronger. Even though you are now a Four-star Beast Master at only thirteen, you might not be the strongest among all those youths."