C13 One Move

Upon his arrival at the Treasure House, he coincidentally ran into Wang Shiqi. He joined their company and took the opportunity to share the news with them.

Both women wore expressions of skepticism, but knowing Wang Bingkun wasn't one to jest, they were left in a state of half-belief.

Could it be that Bai Piao had truly changed?

This was particularly true for Lee Yanran, who had already sensed a subtle shift in Bai Piao. This latest update only confirmed her suspicions.

"Miss Lee, surely you jest. I wouldn't miss this for the world."

Bai Piao gave the pair a cursory glance, clearly uninterested in making their acquaintance.

His presence there was solely to bask in the excitement alongside Lee Yanran.

In his past life, he had never encountered such a beauty.

Wang Bingkun, one of Lee Yanran's suitors, was incensed to see her chatting and laughing with Bai Piao. Driven by his volatile nature, he balled his fists and charged at Bai Piao.

"Bai Piao, I've heard you're no longer a pushover. Let's put that to the test!"

Lee Yanran and Wang Shiqi were taken aback by Wang Bingkun's sudden aggression within the confines of the private room.

"Wang Bingkun, what on earth are you doing?"

While Lee Yanran was curious to witness Bai Piao's response, she had no desire to see anyone get hurt and attempted to intervene.

"Miss Lee, there's no need for alarm," Bai Piao said, gesturing calmly.

He hadn't anticipated Wang Bingkun's abrupt strike.

Yet, as a Martial Master Five Star, he was more formidable than Wang Bingkun.

With an effortless palm strike, he smoothly evaded Wang Bingkun's assault, much to the latter's dismay.

The continuous bullying was beginning to wear on him, and he was determined to make a statement.

With a slight increase in pressure from his palm, Bai Piao elicited a scream of agony from Wang Bingkun.

"Astonishment points +8, +6, +5."

With a gentle release of his grip, Bai Piao watched Wang Bingkun crumple to the floor.

Wang Bingkun could only glare at Bai Piao, rendered motionless by the encounter.

Bai Piao's palm strike had not only subdued Wang Bingkun but had also left Wang Shiqi and Lee Yanran in awe.

As a Ninth Layer Martial Cultivator, Wang Bingkun had suffered a significant defeat in what was meant to be a surprise attack. Just how powerful was Bai Piao?

Bai Piao had to be at least a Martial Master to possess such skill!

As they realized this, a fresh wave of astonishment swept through them.

"Astonishment points: +5, +4, +3."

Bai Piao was no longer the same person.

Lee Yanran observed the unfazed Bai Piao, a flicker of admiration in her eyes.

"Bai Piao, what are you up to?"

Wang Shiqi rushed to help Wang Bingkun, her voice tinged with anger as she confronted Bai Piao.

With a helpless shrug, Bai Piao responded, "He started it."

He dismissed the other two with a nonchalant wave and turned to Lee Yanran with a beaming smile.

"Miss Lee, shall we take a seat? The auction is about to begin."

Lee Yanran was the one he was truly interested in.

"Young Master Bai, please have a seat."

"We have some fruit here, Young Master Bai. Feel free to help yourself."

Lee Yanran's playful demeanor vanished; the Bai Piao before her had changed profoundly.

Having shed his former label as a nobody, Martial Master Bai Piao could easily rank among the top three of City L's younger generation.

Bai Piao's newfound strength demanded her full attention.

His composed demeanor significantly boosted his standing in her eyes.

Finally, there was a young man in City L whom she could regard with such respect.

She might not know how Bai Piao had grown stronger, but that was irrelevant.

Strength was the ultimate truth.

They sat side by side, Bai Piao relishing the comfort of the plush seating.

"Miss Lee, do you like bananas?"