Su Yutong, one of the Three Beauties of the Outer Sect, was undeniably stunning.
Every smile and frown tugged at the heartstrings.
Chen Jiaojiao was considered quite a beauty herself, but compared to Su Yutong, she was like an ugly duckling next to a swan, completely overshadowed in both looks and demeanor.
However, despite Su Yutong's beauty, Wang Jianqiang had no interest in admiring her.
Though she wore a smile, Wang Jianqiang could clearly feel a sense of rejection, as if she was keeping him at arm's length.
It was an innate arrogance, as if she was looking at a rat in a sewer, a kind of superiority and disdain that couldn't be entirely concealed no matter how much she tried.
This feeling made Wang Jianqiang quite displeased.
The glaring -48 favorability on her attribute panel undoubtedly confirmed that his feelings were not misplaced.
By now, Wang Jianqiang had a deeper understanding of the various data on the attribute panel.
Favorability from -50 to -100 indicated hostility, while 0 to -49 represented dislike.
A favorability of -48.
It meant she was utterly repulsed.
Like an ordinary person stepping in dog poop on the street, or kissing a rat from the sewer...
Wang Jianqiang frowned, pondered for a moment, and then stepped aside to invite Su Yutong into the house.
As she entered, Su Yutong glanced around.
Crude and messy.
That was her first impression, and the disgust in her eyes grew stronger.
She didn't sit down, as if touching anything in the house would dirty her.
"Senior Brother Wang, I'm here today for the Perfect Cloudmist Pill."
Her time was precious, and she had no intention of wasting it on Wang Jianqiang, the infamous good-for-nothing, so she got straight to the point.
"How many do you want?"
Wang Jianqiang wasn't too surprised, nor did he deny it, simply acknowledging it straightforwardly.
With so many people in the Hall of External Affairs, he hadn't intended to keep his sale of the Perfect Cloudmist Pill a secret.
"Fifteen pills."
With the potency of the Perfect Cloudmist Pill, just five would be enough for her to break through to the tenth level of Qi Refining.
The remaining ten could help her cultivate to the peak of the tenth level, reaching the perfection of Qi Refining.
"Alright," Wang Jianqiang nodded.
Although Su Yutong's favorability towards him was inexplicably low and her attitude was somewhat annoying, they had no personal vendetta.
Selling the elixirs to her was no different than selling to anyone else; there was no need to offend her for no reason.
If Su Yutong could show enough sincerity, he wouldn't mind doing this deal with her.
Seeing Wang Jianqiang agree so readily, Su Yutong looked satisfied, "Senior Brother Wang is indeed sensible. Bring out the elixirs. I won't take them for free; I can offer you a chance to dine with me."
Her words carried an air of arrogance.
Wang Jianqiang had already taken out the elixirs, but upon hearing this, he rolled his eyes.
With a flip of his hand, he put the elixirs away again.
So this woman intended to get something for nothing?
Fifteen Perfect Cloudmist Pills, even at the Hall of External Affairs' purchase price, were worth a whopping 52,500 Spirit Stones.
And on top of that, she expected him to pay for a meal?
Is she even human?
Seeing Wang Jianqiang put the elixirs away, Su Yutong's delicate eyebrows furrowed slightly, "What does Senior Brother Wang mean by this?"
"Forget the meal, let's settle it with Spirit Stones, cash on delivery," Wang Jianqiang said with a forced smile.
"Wang Jianqiang, what do you mean?" Su Yutong's face stiffened, then turned angry, "Giving you, a worthless person, the chance to dine with me is a favor, and you dare insult me like this."
She had made her stance clear.
If Wang Jianqiang was sensible, he would dine with her.
This was a privilege many Outer Disciples could only dream of, yet Wang Jianqiang was so ungrateful!
"Heh, then I must decline Junior Sister Su's favor."
Hearing Su Yutong's nearly insulting words, Wang Jianqiang's expression gradually turned cold, "The Perfect Cloudmist Pill is 8,000 Spirit Stones each. If Junior Sister wants them, speak with Spirit Stones."
"8,000 Spirit Stones each!"
Hearing Wang Jianqiang's price, Su Yutong's eyes widened, "The Hall of External Affairs sells them for only 5,000 Spirit Stones each, are you robbing me? You old worthless fool, have you gone mad with greed?"
"Too expensive?
Wang Jianqiang pointed expressionlessly at the door, "Take care."
"You!"
Su Yutong glared coldly at Wang Jianqiang, her chest heaving, "Fine, I'll take three. I hope you never leave the sect, or you'll earn Spirit Stones but won't live to spend them."
Hearing the threatening undertone in her words, Wang Jianqiang couldn't help but roll his eyes.
"You think I have to sell because you want to buy? Am I your father or your grandfather?"
"I'm not selling."
Even a clay figure has some temper.
Initially, Su Yutong's arrogance just made Wang Jianqiang uncomfortable, which is why he quoted the high price of 8,000.
But now, Su Yutong's threat had completely angered him.
"You're playing me!"
Su Yutong stared intently at Wang Jianqiang.
On the attribute panel in Wang Jianqiang's mind, Su Yutong's favorability instantly dropped to -60, but he didn't care at all.
"If you think so, then so be it. Now, leave immediately, or I'll report you to the sect enforcers for trespassing."
Su Yutong's expression changed.
The Hehuan Sect had strict rules, and trespassing was no small offense. If this charge were confirmed, even with her talent and the sect's favor, she wouldn't be let off lightly.
Thinking of this, she glared fiercely at Wang Jianqiang, her favorability dropping again to -70 points. Find the original chapter at g.com.
After a few more harsh words, she reluctantly headed for the door.
As she stepped out, a figure approached.
The newcomer was a graceful woman, with a beautiful face, wearing a simple dress, her chest impressively full, exuding a dignified yet alluring charm.
As Su Yutong saw the woman, the woman also noticed her.
Seeing the famous Outer Sect prodigy emerging from Wang Jianqiang's residence, a hint of surprise crossed the woman's face.
However, she said nothing, merely nodding politely at Su Yutong before bowing to Wang Jianqiang inside.
"Greetings, Senior Brother Wang. Junior Sister Wang Yuyao has a favor to ask."
"Seeking his help? I advise you to save your breath."
Before Wang Jianqiang could respond to Wang Yuyao's words, a mocking voice reached her ears.
Wang Yuyao was taken aback, looking in surprise at Su Yutong beside her, "Why do you say that, Junior Sister Su?"
Su Yutong sneered, "Wang Jianqiang is a worthless person, yet arrogant and disrespectful.
Seeking his help will only bring you humiliation.
You might as well tell me your troubles. With my connections in the sect, perhaps I can assist you."
As she spoke, she wasn't looking at Wang Yuyao, but at the room.
It seemed she wanted to use Wang Yuyao to show Wang Jianqiang her status in the Outer Sect, making him regret offending her.
However, her intentions, though good, didn't align with reality.
Wang Yuyao didn't react with grateful surprise, nor did she agree, but instead shook her head coldly.
"No need to trouble Junior Sister, what I want, you cannot provide."
With that, she ignored Su Yutong.
She bowed again towards the room.
"Please, Senior Brother, help me."
Su Yutong, having gained nothing, looked increasingly displeased.
With a cold snort, she flew away on her sword.
Wang Yuyao glanced back at the disappearing figure.
She could easily discern the hostility in Su Yutong's words towards Wang Jianqiang.
She didn't know what conflict existed between Su Yutong and Wang Jianqiang, but she knew clearly what stance to take.
Because the Perfect Cloudmist Pill she longed for could only be obtained from Wang Jianqiang.
"Come in."
At that moment, an aged voice came from inside.
Wang Yuyao's face lit up with joy, and she hurried inside.
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