Rebirth of Jinxuan

Mo Chenfan was slightly taken aback. He hadn't intended to reveal his name anyway, after all, one shouldn't flaunt wealth, especially since he had too many secrets and didn't want to attract attention. So he smiled faintly and said, "I travel the world, making my home wherever I go. My name is just a label. If Manager Wang doesn't mind, you can just call me Young Master Mo."

Seeing that he was deliberately concealing the truth, Wang Chuan didn't press the matter. After all, someone who could produce such high-quality pills must be someone of considerable status. He laughed and said, "Young Master Mo is right. I was being presumptuous. Then I won't bother you any longer."

Mo Chenfan nodded and was about to turn and leave when he saw Wang Chuan's gaze fall on Lu Yuhang, or more precisely, on the two small beasts in Lu Yuhang's arms. A hint of greed flashed in his eyes, and he asked with a smile, "Young master, these two little beasts of yours are quite rare. Would you be willing to part with them? I am willing to pay a high price to buy them."

Upon hearing this, Lu Yuhang hugged Xiao Wu and Xiao Ba tightly, shaking his head vigorously like a rattle drum, "No! Xiao Wu and Xiao Ba are my friends, I don't sell my friends!"

Mo Chenfan was curious. These two little beasts were just ordinary spirit beast cubs; even when they grew to adulthood, they would only be first-tier spirit beasts with little combat power. Why was Wang Chuan so interested? He asked, "Shopkeeper Wang, these two little beasts are just ordinary breeds, why do you…"

Wang Chuan laughed and explained, "Young Master Mo, you may not know this, but although these two little beasts are ordinary, they are essential ingredients for refining a special kind of pill. This pill is called 'Spirit Beast Pill,' which can help martial artists increase their compatibility with spirit beasts, making it easier to form contracts with high-level spirit beasts. Therefore, the value of these two little beasts is far greater than you and I imagine."

Mo Chenfan suddenly understood. He had been wondering why Wang Chuan had only glanced at the pills he had taken out before and lost interest, but was so fond of the Blood Coagulation Pill. It turned out that Wang Chuan needed the ingredients for the "Spirit Beast Pill." Thinking of this, a question suddenly arose in his mind: why would Wang Chuan, a pharmacy owner, need this kind of pill?

He suppressed his doubts and smiled at Wang Chuan, saying, "I see. It seems I was mistaken. However, these two little beasts are the child's treasures, and he would never sell them."

Upon hearing this, Wang Chuan's eyes flashed with disappointment, but he didn't want to force the issue, so he had no choice but to give up. Seeing this, Mo Chenfan led Lu Jinxuan and Lu Yuhang away from the pharmacy.

Stepping out of the pharmacy, Mo Chenfan let out a long sigh of relief, but his heart remained unsettled. Although the transaction had gone smoothly, he felt something was amiss. Wang Chuan's attitude towards Xiao Wu and Xiao Ba, in particular, made him uneasy. He had a vague feeling that he had been drawn into a massive vortex.

"Uncle Mo, I'm hungry." Lu Yuhang's voice interrupted Mo Chenfan's thoughts.

Mo Chenfan looked down at Lu Yuhang, then at Xiao Wu and Xiao Ba who were staring at him expectantly, and sighed helplessly, "All you know is eating. You two little guys are almost as good as me."

Lu Jinxuan covered her mouth and chuckled, "Yuhang is at the age where he is growing, so it is only right that he eats more."

“Yes, yes,” Ai Xi chimed in, “I think we should go to ‘Drunken Immortal’s Pavilion’ instead. It’s the biggest restaurant in town, and its dishes are famous far and wide!”

Upon hearing this, Mo Chenfan frowned slightly, about to refuse, when he saw Lu Jinxuan gently shake her head at him, signaling with her eyes not to refuse. Mo Chenfan was puzzled, but still nodded, "Alright, let's go to 'Drunken Immortal Pavilion' then."

Upon hearing this, Ai Xi jumped up excitedly, "Great! I'll go call a carriage right now!" With that, she ran off in a flash.

Mo Chenfan watched Ai Xi's departing figure, his confusion deepening. Why did Lu Jinxuan stop him from refusing? "Drunken Immortal Pavilion" seemed to hold some special significance…

The three people and two beasts walked slowly along the street. Suddenly, Lu Yuhang pointed to the two little beasts in his arms and said, "Uncle Mo, Xiao Wu and Xiao Ba are hungry too."

As if understanding his words, Xiao Wu and Xiao Ba let out soft whimpers in unison, rubbing their fluffy heads against Lu Yuhang's little face. Mo Chenfan sighed helplessly, reached out and touched his deflated purse, and said with a wry smile, "You two little guys, one meal is enough for me for three days. If this keeps up, you'll eat me out of house and home."

Upon hearing this, Lu Yuhang's face immediately fell, and he stared at Mo Chenfan with pleading eyes, looking as if he was about to cry. Xiao Wu and Xiao Ba also let out aggrieved whimpers, as if accusing Mo Chenfan of being "stingy".

Seeing this, Ai Xi couldn't help but say, "Young Master Mo, aren't you being too stingy? They're just two little beasts, how much can they eat? Besides, you just made a fortune, aren't you willing to treat us to a good meal?"

Before Mo Chenfan could retort, Ai Xi added, "Don't forget, if we're hungry, how will we have the strength to protect you?"

Mo Chenfan was speechless. This Ai Xi really knew how to seize an opportunity! He shook his head helplessly and said, "Alright, alright, I'll go. But it's a promise, just this once, and don't do it again!"

"Yay!" Lu Yuhang cheered excitedly, and Xiao Wu and Xiao Ba also shouted excitedly, as if celebrating their victory.

Ai Xi proudly raised her chin and made a face at Mo Chenfan, "That's more like it!" After saying that, she excitedly walked towards the largest restaurant in town - Zuixianlou.

However, just as they were about to reach Zuixianlou, Lu Jinxuan suddenly stopped and pointed to a quiet alleyway next to her, saying, "Let's go this way."

Mo Chenfan was slightly taken aback and asked in confusion, "What are we going there for? Isn't Zuixianlou just ahead?"

Ai Xi smiled mysteriously and whispered in Mo Chenfan's ear, "Sister Jinxuan wants to find a secluded place to take care of something. Don't worry, it won't take up too much of your time."

"Taking care of something?" Mo Chenfan was even more puzzled. What was Lu Jinxuan going to do? And why did she have to specifically find a secluded place? He had a vague feeling that something was about to happen.

Filled with doubt, Mo Chenfan followed Lu Jinxuan and Lu Yuhang into the alley. The alley was dark and damp, with moss climbing on the walls and a musty smell. Lu Yuhang held Xiao Wu and Xiao Ba tightly, his little face full of unease.

After walking for a while, Lu Jinxuan suddenly stopped, her eyes scanning her surroundings warily. A tense atmosphere filled the air, as if some danger was approaching. Mo Chenfan's heart skipped a beat, and he also became alert, gripping the hilt of his sword tightly. He had a premonition that someone was going to be in trouble.

Suddenly, Lu Jinxuan made a shushing gesture, then slowly drew the dagger from her waist. A flash of cold light, and the dagger stood out starkly in the dim alley.

"Who?!" A cold voice broke the silence of the alley.