Chen Fei had just had a confrontation with Bread outside the Huane Tower. Although most people didn't think highly of him, his association with Duke Ovilia of the Brad Family prevented them from underestimating him too much. Naturally, the Ashford Family also held this view. Consequently, it wasn't long before Chen Fei and his group were ushered into the auction house's VIP room by the reception staff.

Even without considering Duke Ovilia's personal status as a peak Blood Clan Duke, the mere fact that he represented the Brad Family ensured his eligibility to enter the most prestigious VIP room and receive personal attendance from the Ashford Family.

KNOCK, KNOCK, KNOCK... "Your Excellency Duke Ovilia, it's me, Babidi. May I come in?" Not long after Chen Fei and the others entered the VIP room, someone knocked on the door, their voice carrying inside.

"Babidi?"

Upon hearing the voice, Ovilia was momentarily startled. He then quickly turned his gaze to Chen Fei, who was already seated, and explained while seeking his permission, "Mr. Chen, I recognize the person outside. It's Elder Babidi Ashford from the Ashford Family. What do you think?"

This gesture took the Ashford Family's attendants in the room by complete surprise, and their expressions turned to astonishment. After all, as attendants qualified to serve distinguished guests from all over the world in these VIP rooms, how could they not know who Duke Ovilia of the Brad Family was?

That man was a genuine, bonafide peak Blood Clan Duke!

Such a powerful figure, even outside the Brad Family, would undoubtedly hold a dominant, authoritative position in the Ashford Family, a paramount figure among them. But now? With Elder Babidi of their own Ashford Family coming to visit, Duke Ovilia was actually consulting that young man from the East? This was truly unbelievable.

"Then let him in," Chen Fei replied, his tone indifferent. After several conflicts with the Ashford Family, it was difficult for him to harbor any goodwill toward them, so his attitude was naturally much colder.

"Duke Babidi, please come in," Ovilia finally called out, having received Chen Fei's tacit approval.

CREAK...

The ancient wooden door, steeped in years, emitted a grating sound as it was pushed fully open. A group of imposing figures with cold faces entered in an orderly manner. Leading them was an elderly man with curly hair and a hat, whose eyes, when seen head-on, were unnervingly bloodshot and crimson.

The moment the old man entered, he removed his hat, held it to his chest, and a faint smile appeared on his weathered, wrinkled face. He greeted Duke Ovilia, "Duke Ovilia, it's been such a long time! I am honored to see you here in Huane Tower."

"I feel the same, Duke Babidi. It is an honor to meet you here. However, may I ask why you have come?" With Chen Fei present, Duke Ovilia exchanged brief pleasantries before getting straight to the point. After all, their relationship didn't seem close enough to warrant a personal visit.

"You're really in a hurry, Duke Ovilia."

Duke Babidi chuckled. His gaze shifted, landing with a peculiar look on Chen Fei's profile for a moment before returning to Ovilia. He smiled and said, "I just heard from people outside that this young man had some unpleasantness with Bread? That Bread is considered one of the most outstanding Blood Clan geniuses our Ashford Family has produced in recent years. At such a young age, he has already broken through to become a Blood Clan Duke, the same realm as this old man. Of course, that's not the most important part. The most important thing is, he is also the grandson of Elder Nemosin!"

He paused, his tone rising slightly. "Duke Ovilia, you should be aware of what kind of person Elder Nemosin is, right? Extremely overprotective and unreasonable! This has also caused Bread to become increasingly narrow-minded... As such, the purpose of my visit is to extend an invitation on behalf of Elder Vance. We would like to invite you to stay for a while after this auction concludes to deepen the friendship between us. Moreover, as long as you are Elder Vance's guests, even if Bread were to bring his grandfather into the picture, it would be impossible for them to cause you trouble in Elder Vance's presence. Afterwards, we can simply find an opportunity to escort you all safely out of the Peiersido Grand Canyon."

"What do you think, Duke Ovilia?" Duke Babidi finished, his gaze finally settling back on Ovilia.

Clearly, he had never considered anyone other than Duke Ovilia to be the decision-maker.

But he was truly mistaken this time. In Chen Fei and Duke Ovilia's party, Ovilia might have seemed to be the one with the greatest background, cultivation level, and strength, but the one with the real authority—the true hidden boss—was Chen Fei, Young Master Chen!

So, Duke Ovilia turned his gaze toward Chen Fei, respectfully asking, "Mr. Chen, what do you think about this matter…"

Clearly, even with Chen Fei's prior feat of defeating Dumbledore and two great Paladins as precedent, Ovilia still harbored a deep-seated fear of 'Black Dragon' Nemosin. Otherwise, with his status, he would never have stooped to asking such a question, as it was no different from bowing one's head in submission.

Ovilia may have flinched, his heart truly wary of the unreasonable Nemosin, but how could our Chen Fei, Young Master Chen, possibly back down? Finally, he lifted his head slightly and, glancing sideways, spoke in a cool, detached tone. "Please convey our gratitude to Elder Vance for his kind offer. However, I will handle this matter myself. Thank you."

After Chen Fei finished speaking, Duke Babidi couldn't help but stare at him with an expression of utter astonishment. He clearly never expected to hear such words from a young man. He's going to handle it himself? Handle Elder Nemosin? Does this kid even realize what he's saying! Doesn't he know who the Ashford Family's 'Black Dragon,' Elder Nemosin, is? Doesn't he know what a terrifying and powerful being he is?

At this thought, he couldn't help but cast a look of disbelief toward Duke Ovilia. However, the Duke simply replied, "Then, Duke Babidi, please convey our thanks and apologies to Elder Vance. I will visit him personally tomorrow. As for after the auction, I think we won't be staying."

Ultimately, when forced to choose between Chen Fei and 'Black Dragon' Nemosin, Duke Ovilia chose the former. After all, this was a man who had effortlessly defeated the Great Mage Dumbledore and two S+ Paladins. His strength had likely reached the SS+ Level, so there was no real need to fear Nemosin.

"Well, if that's the case, then we have imposed. Farewell." Hearing this, Duke Babidi swept another incredulous glance at Ovilia and Chen Fei before leaving the VIP room, his mind filled with confusion. This was mainly because the incident where Chen Fei easily defeated the Greek Barton Family's strongest, Grand Mage Dumbledore of Light, and two S+ Peak Paladins had somehow been suppressed by some person or power behind the scenes. Otherwise, had he known about this, he certainly wouldn't have been so puzzled.

After Duke Babidi left, Chen Fei couldn't help but ask, "Duke Ovilia, aren't Vance and Nemosin both members of the Ashford Family? Now that we've had a falling out with Bread, why is Vance still trying to win us over?" Obviously, he wasn't a fool and could see that Elder Vance's move was an attempt to court them.

"Mr. Chen, there's a saying in Huaxia television dramas: 'Where there are people, there are grievances, and where there are grievances, there is a world of strife.' The Ashford Family is too large for everyone to be of one mind. The relationship between Nemosin and Vance is a perfect example. They each lead one of the two major factions within the family, and neither will submit to the other," Duke Ovilia explained.

He paused for a moment before continuing, "Although our Brad Family's overall strength is not as great as the Ashford Family's, if Vance could win us over, he would indeed be able to put a lot of pressure on Nemosin's faction. That's why he made this move; he wants to enlist our support."

"I see," Chen Fei acknowledged. He understood instantly but had no interest whatsoever in the Ashford Family's internal power struggles—as long as no one was foolish enough to provoke him.

He then put the matter aside and quietly waited for the auction to begin.

WHOOSH!

About half an hour later, the sharp sound of a powerful lamp igniting came from beyond the large floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the auction hall. A web of dim, dark-toned beams of light crisscrossed over the central auction stage. The visual impact was incredibly eye-catching.

Furthermore, an old man dressed in dark gold formal attire now stood on the previously empty auction stage. A powerful, blood-rich aura emanated from him, making one's heart tremble.

"That's Duke Abel... no, wait! We should be calling him Grand Duke Abel now, shouldn't we?"

"Alas, the Ashford Family is probably going to become even more formidable than before!"

"What can you do? That's a Blood Clan Grand Duke! A weaker Mafia Family might only have one such figure in its entire lineage, but the Ashfords? Who knows how many they have now!"

...

A wave of whispers and sighs slowly spread through the venue.

It couldn't be helped. That was a dignified Blood Clan Grand Duke, an existence comparable to an SS-Level titan, and now he was condescending to act as an auctioneer? Anyone with half a brain could see the message they were sending: the Ashford Family had just produced another SS-Level titan.

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