Chapter 106: Buying Hundreds of Cats

“Senior Brother, this mission is so dangerous. You must protect me.” A young girl said to a handsome youth, her eyes shimmering with subtle affection.

Yet, the youth remained unmoved, replying coolly, “I will. We’re all disciples of the same sect. I, Wei Tianyang, will do my utmost to ensure everyone’s safety.”

Hearing this, the girl pouted slightly. However, Wei Tianyang’s words sparked cheers from the others.

“With Senior Brother Tianyang here, that demon wolf won’t stand a chance.”

“Exactly, Senior Brother Tianyang is a formidable expert at the fifth level of Great Martial Master.”

Listening to their flattery, Wei Tianyang’s lips curved into a faint, proud smile. Within the Qing Shan Sect, he was undoubtedly a prominent figure. Beside him, the girl’s eyes sparkled like stars, utterly captivated.

“Ahem! Everyone still needs to be cautious. Though the demon wolf is injured, it is said to possess the strength of a Great Demon Master,” Wei Tianyang said seriously, sensing the moment was right.

The group pressed forward with great momentum. Suddenly, a sharp-eyed disciple pointed ahead.

“Senior Brother Tianyang, there’s someone up ahead.”

All eyes were drawn there, curious to see who would dare appear alone in the Beast Wasteland. This place was home to many packs of savage beasts. Anyone alone would almost certainly be doomed if they encountered a pack.

“That one looks young, probably a clueless kid,” someone murmured, eyeing the youthful figure, clearly assuming he was unaware of the dangers of the wasteland.

“Senior Brother, why don’t we bring him along? Left alone here, he’s sure to perish.”

The girl’s heart softened, recalling the mangled corpses previously encountered, nearly devoured by beasts. She pleaded earnestly.

Wei Tianyang clearly recognized this as an opportunity to win hearts. Rescuing this young man would put everyone more at ease.

A sunny smile spread across his face, warm as spring breezes.

“If everyone agrees, we’ll take this young man with us. It’s better than leaving him to face danger alone.”

“Great!” Many looked up to Wei Tianyang with admiration, having already idolized him in their hearts.

“Senior Brother Tianyang is so handsome!” The girl covered her blushing cheeks, gazing dreamily.

“Let’s go then,” she said, leading the way.

Xiao Yang watched the group approach warily. He had heard of the brutal reality of the cultivation world—where people could be as cruel and heartless as beasts. In short, one could never let down their guard.

“Are you alone, young man?” The girl bounced over, smiling brightly.

Xiao Yang only nodded, already preparing for a fight. Surely this was a ploy to extract information before ambushing him.

“That’s great!” The girl exclaimed excitedly.

Xiao Yang frowned slightly, sensing their intentions bordered on disrespect.

“In that case, why don’t you come with us?”

“No! I’m used to being alone,” he replied immediately, no hesitation.

He would never join a team. He had to handle beast corpses discreetly and couldn’t risk being discovered. Even if the chance of exposure was slim, it was still a risk he couldn’t afford.

Better safe than sorry.

From start to finish, Xiao Yang intended to keep to himself.

The girl’s worry deepened. This place was too dangerous; left alone, Xiao Yang would almost certainly be devoured.

“Please think it over. It’s really dangerous for you here. Why not leave with us?”

“No need. I prefer to be alone,” he said firmly.

Seeing his resolve, the girl’s eyes reddened with anxiety.

The others finally lost patience.

“You’re really ungrateful! Sister Ya’er, since he won’t listen, let’s leave him be.”

A burly man grumbled. The young girl, though small, was already the sect’s top beauty. Every disciple wanted to win her heart.

“Exactly, if he wants to die, we won’t stop him.”

“Disrespectful little brat.”

With time, the Qing Shan disciples grew increasingly hostile, on the verge of teaching Xiao Yang a lesson.

At that moment, a voice rang out.

“Friend, it’s dangerous to be alone here. Why not come with us?”

It was Wei Tianyang. His words instantly silenced the crowd. All eyes turned to him, as if waiting for their leader’s command.

Xiao Yang frowned deeply, refusing to yield.

“I said no, thank you! I like being alone,” he said again.

But this response caused a cold glint to flash in Wei Tianyang’s eyes. He saw clearly that Xiao Yang was showing him no respect. Yet, with his fellow disciples present, he restrained himself.

“Very well, we won’t trouble you.”

He turned to leave.

Just then, the girl’s eyes brightened as she spotted the mysterious white tiger beside Xiao Yang.

“What a cute little kitty!” she exclaimed.

Only then did the others notice the white cat beside him.

Several wealthy young men snapped back to attention, pulling out several thousand-tael bills, already calling out a price.

“Kid, my junior sister likes your cat. Here’s five thousand taels. Sell it to me.”

Their cold words stunned the crowd, but many quickly realized this was a rare chance to bond with a rare beast, and regretted missing it.

One careless moment, and they’d lost a golden opportunity.

“No sale!” Xiao Yang snapped.

Two thousand taels for a white tiger? They must be dreaming.

Hearing this, the rich disciple raised his offer.

“I’ll add another five thousand. Ten thousand taels is enough to buy hundreds of cats,” he said, confident and determined.

Xiao Yang was annoyed. If it were a few billion taels, he might consider selling the white tiger. But five or ten thousand? That was a joke.

Given the white tiger’s strength, it would fetch tens of millions, even billions.

With the power of a seventh-level Demon King, it ranked among the best across the Ten Nations, able to roam freely with impunity.

“Get lost!” Xiao Yang snapped, no longer tolerating them.

The Qing Shan disciples clenched their fists, eager to teach him a lesson.

“You’re too arrogant, punk.”

“Let’s go, beat him up.”

“Yeah, show him the strength of Qing Shan Sect.”

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