Chapter 74: Gathering of Beauties – The Xiao Clan’s Beauty Contest

Chapter 74: Gathering of Beauties – The Xiao Clan's Beauty Contest

To the left of the four main figures sat several elders of the Xiao Clan.

These were men who believed themselves to be powerful and influential within the family.

Beside them were some of the young generation, considered promising talents of the clan.

But to Wu Tian, they were nothing more than background characters mere extras filling the room.

To the right, several seats were left empty.

There were five or six chairs, but only a select few were worthy of sitting there.

These were reserved for the Cloud Mist Sect.

Following Nalan Yanran's lead, the Cloud Mist Sect delegation took their seats.

However, to Hai Bodong's absolute horror,

Wu Tian this shameless man

also sat down… naturally…

And not just anywhere

Right beside Nalan Yanran!

Even worse

No one seemed to object.

No one even questioned it.

It was as if Wu Tian belonged there as if his presence was completely natural.

Hai Bodong, watching this unfold: (speechless).

This guy is ridiculous…

Even when he's pretending to be a nobody, he still manages to act like a king…

At the head of the table, Xiao Zhan the Clan Leader began chatting enthusiastically with the elder from the Cloud Mist Sect.

Their conversation was full of pleasantries

But absolutely meaningless.

All Xiao Zhan learned from this conversation was:

The old man's name was Ge Ye.

Nothing more.

As for the two younger Cloud Mist Sect members,

Their names were never mentioned.

And Nalan Yanran's identity?

Everyone already knew.

They were just pretending not to recognize her,

Playing the "Xiao Clan Seniority" card.

Even more ridiculous

Several of Xiao Clan's young talents had yet to arrive.

This was clearly intentional.

They were deliberately stalling,

Making Cloud Mist Sect wait.

They wanted to show off

To prove that the Xiao Clan was also powerful.

Wu Tian, watching this unfold:

"…"

Are they serious?

Cloud Mist Sect is literally the most powerful force in Jia Ma Empire…

And they're still trying to act like equals?

Just then, the doors opened.

A young girl walked in.

She looked around fourteen or fifteen years old.

Not quite a peerless beauty,

But her youthful face carried a natural charm.

Her innocence was balanced by a subtle allure

A mix of purity and seduction.

A contradiction

Yet somehow captivating.

She immediately became the center of attention.

Even Nalan Yanran frowned slightly.

She quickly realized

This wasn't a coincidence.

The Xiao Clan was deliberately orchestrating this.

Nalan Yanran's eyes gleamed as she suddenly had a thought.

She turned her head to glance at Wu Tian.

What she saw shocked her.

Wu Tian's expression was still calm.

His gaze remained pure,

Untouched by the beauty before him.

He didn't react at all.

Not even a flicker of interest.

Just like how he treated her.

And for some reason

That made her happy.

So it's not just me…

He treats all beautiful women like this.

If I can make him fall for me…

It will feel like an even greater victory…

The girl stepped forward and bowed.

"Xiao Mei greets the Clan Leader and all the Elders."

Xiao Zhan waved his hand.

"Alright, find a seat."

His tone was completely indifferent.

As if he had expected this.

He didn't even reprimand her for being late.

Xiao Mei's gaze swept across the room.

Her eyes landed on Wu Tian.

His handsome face stood out immediately.

Compared to every other young man in the room

He was clearly superior.

He was also sitting with the Cloud Mist Sect

Which meant he was no ordinary person.

Her cheeks flushed slightly as she winked playfully at Wu Tian.

A flirtatious, inviting glance

A combination of innocence and seduction.

For most men,

This would be irresistible.

Wu Tian:

"…"

Sigh…

Another one trying to flirt…

Before Xiao Mei could even sit down,

The doors opened again.

This time,

A new figure entered.

The moment she stepped in,

The entire room fell silent.

She was dressed in a purple robe.

Her delicate features were calm and composed.

She stood elegantly,

Unbothered by the countless eyes upon her.

Her demeanor was as serene as a blooming lotus.

At first glance, she was merely a young girl.

But her tranquil aura made her seem otherworldly.

Untouchable.

Like a goddess among mortals.

Compared to her,

Both Xiao Mei and Nalan Yanran seemed inferior.

Her presence alone made them pale in comparison.

Even Nalan Yanran felt a sting of jealousy.

Turning back to Wu Tian,

She observed him closely.

Would he finally react?

Would he finally show interest?

If he ignored even this girl

Then something was seriously wrong with him.

To her absolute shock

Wu Tian did react.

But not with attraction.

Instead…

He looked at the girl with pity.

Nalan Yanran: "???"

Pity?!

He pities her?!

Even she had to admit

This girl was flawless.

Yet Wu Tian…

Didn't even see her as a woman?!

If he wasn't interested in a girl like this

Then he was definitely either mentally broken…

Or his sexual preference was questionable.

Nalan Yanran, staring at Wu Tian:

"…Is he even a man?!"

Wu Tian, meanwhile, sighed internally.

I know who she is…

She's the daughter of a powerful man…

And that powerful man…

Literally sold her off.

Wu Tian: (internal screaming).

Damn…

Her dad is a professional daughter seller.

I feel bad for her…

She didn't deserve this fate…

Then, another terrifying thought crossed his mind.

Wait… has she already met Xiao Yan yet?

Has that little pervert started touching her yet?

If he's already had his dirty hands on her…

Wu Tian:

"…That would be such a waste."

And thus

The Xiao Clan's "Beauty Contest" continued…

But for Wu Tian,

It was just another headache.

(End of Chapter)

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