The Martial Emperor with Dragon Blood Chapter 1324 - 1325: Mission Mutation

"It seems you truly don't understand what's beneficial for you, do you want to be sent flying again?"

Ye Mo gazed at Xiong Qing with a sneer. What Ye Mo termed "flying" was, in fact, being brutally flung aside by him.

"Ye Mo, don't get excessively arrogant." Xiong Qing's countenance shifted subtly as he retorted, "If not for the Zhu family's backing, would you have the audacity to act so high and mighty here? I strongly advise you to cease your interference, take your half-dead wife, and depart as far as possible."

"What did you just say?" Ye Mo's expression turned grim. With a swift motion, his hand seized Xiong Qing's neck, hoisting him into the air. Xiong Qing's face immediately flushed crimson, emitting strained creaking sounds as he struggled in vain. He seemed utterly unprepared for Ye Mo to dare assault him so openly within Great Wilderness City, before such a crowd.

"Ye Mo, restrain your impulse," Zhu Jiu urged immediately.

"Hmph!" Ye Mo tossed him aside contemptuously. "A person like you, relying on a powerful father, wouldn't survive three days otherwise."

"Let's depart!" Ye Mo commanded.

Several Loose Cultivators cast disdainful glances at Xiong Qing before trailing Ye Mo, showing minimal regard for a pathetic figure such as Xiong Qing.

"Hmph, this Ye Mo, daring to act out here, just wait and see," Xiong Qing spat, rising with a group of his followers, their faces etched with frustration.

As Ye Mo and his companions arrived before a magnificent pavilion, Ye Mo was instantly rendered speechless by the sheer grandeur of the structure. Although it was not yet the appointed time for entry, a steady stream of people were already making their way inside.

Furthermore, the pavilion's scale was comparable to that of Limestone City itself, a colossal edifice that loomed like a mountain. It was Ye Mo's first encounter with such an ostentatious structure, and he marveled at the unimaginable wealth Must have been poured into its construction.

"This is the Dahuang Pavilion, the premier establishment of Great Wilderness City and its largest commercial edifice. Let us proceed inside." As Zhu Jiu spoke, he ushered Ye Mo and the others into the Great Desolation Tower, guiding them through its corridors until they reached a vast hall, flanked by guards on either side.

"Are you Miss Zhu? Master Wangchen has been awaiting your arrival in the hall for quite some time," one of the guards announced.

Zhu Jiu offered a slight nod and, with a gesture of his hand, led Ye Mo and his entourage directly into the hall.

Upon entering the grand hall, Ye Mo observed a notable gathering of formidable individuals. Their skin possessed a peculiar purple-brown hue, and their attire was distinctive, bearing a resemblance to the Wraith Demon Emperor. Their martial cultivation levels appeared to range from Divine Venerate Two-Soul to Three-Soul.

"These individuals are all esteemed experts from the Wraith Clan, who are also participating in this escort mission. Although they are not under your command, you are responsible for separate areas. However, it is imperative that you do not offend them," Zhu Jiu whispered as a caution.

"Miss Zhu, are these the twenty chosen experts you mentioned?" At this precise moment, a voice resounded, and a middle-aged man emerged from the inner chambers, his gaze scrutinizing Ye Mo and his companions.

Ye Mo, in turn, observed the man. Clad in a purple robe, he stood with his hands clasped behind his back, exuding an air of resolute determination, his sharp eyes suggesting a cultivation level of at least Divine Venerate Four-Soul.

"Master Wangchen, these twenty individuals are indeed meticulously selected experts. This young man here is the captain of this escort team, Ye Mo," Zhu Jiu announced his introduction.

"Greetings, Master Wangchen." Ye Mo and the other twenty stepped forward in unison to offer their respects.

"Hmm!" Wangchen responded with a curt nod, showing little discernible interest in their displayed strength.

"You are named Ye Mo, correct? Your assignment is to maintain order at this upcoming auction. However, your responsibility is limited to the outer perimeter. My own experts will oversee the inner sanctum. Should any troublemakers appear in the outer areas, you are to remove them promptly. In the event of any crisis within that cannot be contained, you are expected to intervene and provide support." The moment Wangchen finished speaking, both Zhu Jiu and Ye Mo's complexions shifted noticeably.

"Master Wangchen, did you not initially state that our team would be responsible for the inner area?" Zhu Jiu inquired, bowing once more.

The inner area, prone to the most significant disturbances, was the very reason for the agreed-upon remuneration.

"Given the paramount importance of this auction, I have requisitioned a contingent of elite experts from the clan to ensure the security of the inner area," Wangchen explained.

"And regarding the agreed price?" Zhu Jiu mustered his courage to ask.

"The remuneration will naturally be calculated based on the rate for the outer area. No less than one million Wheel of Reincarnation Pills, does that suffice?" Wangchen declared.

Immediately, Zhu Jiu's expression soured. Excluding his family's ten guards and Ye Mo, who stood out as the strongest, the remaining ten hired individuals were valued at a rate of one million Wheel of Reincarnation Pills each. To be relegated to managing only the outer perimeter represented a significant financial loss, especially since fewer personnel would be required.

"Miss Zhu, what has transpired here exactly?" Ye Mo inquired quietly.

"Initially, Master Wangchen had agreed for our team to manage the inner area. However, he inexplicably changed his mind at the last moment and refuses to compensate us at the inner area rate," Zhu Jiu explained, her displeasure evident.

"I see."

With a glance at the figures flanking the hall, Ye Mo stepped forward, a smile gracing his lips as he bowed. "Master Wangchen, why the abrupt alteration to our agreement? You wish for us to manage only the outer perimeter? We are not ones to accept payment for no labor; our employer has already provided funds. Should we oversee the outer area and you compensate them at the outer rate, they stand to incur a loss."

"My sincerest apologies, but the auction's profound importance necessitated this sudden decision." Wangchen offered his regrets.

"In that event, you ought to continue compensating Miss Zhu at the inner area's agreed-upon rate," Ye Mo pressed further.

Unexpectedly, a subtle shift occurred in Wangchen's demeanor, though he found no valid grounds for dispute. Nevertheless, the young man's sheer audacity was quite provocative.

"Lad, refrain from ungratefulness. If you are tasked with guarding the outer environs, you naturally receive only the remuneration allotted for that specific duty." At that very moment, an expert of the Divine Venerate Three-Souls realm, appearing to be their leader, with a fierce countenance, brimming with killing intent, and revealing two pointed fangs, immediately perceived Wangchen's subtle reaction and stepped forth.

"Even so, Master Wangchen should have extended us the courtesy of prior notification. Do not presume to act unreasonably merely because you are associated with the Wraith Clan," Ye Mo retorted sharply, his confidence stemming from his past ability to suppress the Wraith Demon Emperor, rendering these lesser beings insignificant in his eyes.

"Ye Mo, that is sufficient!" Zhu Jiu tugged at Ye Mo's sleeve, gesturing for him to cease.

"Miss Zhu, though we are mere associates, your words have deeply resonated with me. You strive to command your own destiny, and I recognize the critical importance of this hiring engagement for you. I shall exert myself to ensure its success," Ye Mo whispered reassuringly.

Hearing Ye Mo's declaration, Zhu Jiu's body trembled, her lips parting slightly in an expression of disbelief, as if the very strings of her heart had been tenderly strummed.