Wang Feng neither rejoiced nor grieved, merely nodding slightly to the crowd below.
He then slowly descended the stage and returned to his seat.
His purpose for coming had been achieved. Even if he returned to the Wang family directly now, their family's reputation had at least been established.
Moreover, this time they managed to outshine Tian Bao Pavilion and Tian Wang Mansion, which was enough to elevate the Wang family's prestige by a level.
In the past, every time they participated in a treasure appraisal event, the Wang family's ranking would only fall behind Tian Bao Pavilion.
After all, Tian Bao Pavilion was the direct representative of Tian Wang Mansion. With Tian Bao Pavilion present, the Wang family and the Feng family could only remain subordinate.
But this time, the Wang family's ranking would undoubtedly be above Tian Bao Pavilion. This was an unprecedented achievement for the Wang family in many years.
Ye Fan smiled and nodded at Wang Feng, offering his congratulations.
It was truly not easy for the Wang family to finally present a genuine artifact starting from the fourth round.
Elder Lei also wore a satisfied smile.
In previous treasure appraisal events, it was rare to see fakes appearing in the first or second rounds. But this time, it was so awkward that if it got out, this treasure appraisal event would likely be mocked by people.
"The Wang family truly lives up to its reputation as one of the top families in Jiangnan City. They have grace and spirit. In the future, the Wang family and our Antique Association can engage in frequent exchanges."
Elder Lei looked at Wang Feng, which was a clear transmission of unspoken messages.
Wang Feng smiled and nodded, "Thank you, Elder Lei. I will surely convey these words to the Great Elder. I believe he will be very happy."
Although they were affiliated with Tian Wang Mansion, the Wang family was still a prominent family, and thus Tian Wang Mansion could not interfere with many of their business dealings.
Elder Lei nodded, then continued, "The Wang family has set a good precedent for us. Next is the Feng family. I hope the Feng family can be like the Wang family and not disgrace our Jiangcheng antique circle."
Hearing Elder Lei's words, Feng Xiao snorted coldly and slowly stood up.
Fatty Chen also stood up, following Feng Xiao as they walked slowly to the stage.
On the stage, Feng Xiao's gaze was icy, especially when he looked at Ye Fan, his eyes filled with hatred.
Ye Fan had repeatedly ruined his plans, causing him to harbor extreme hatred for Ye Fan.
Once the treasure appraisal event concluded, it would be Ye Fan's time to die.
"Although my Feng family has some reputation in Jiangnan City, it cannot compare to the Wang family. Therefore, this item is probably nothing particularly novel. I'm afraid many people present will look down on it."
"Especially the Wang family."
Feng Xiao's lips curved into a cold smile, a smile that clearly targeted Wang Feng.
This was a direct order from his grandfather. This time, when participating in the treasure appraisal event, they were to target the Wang family everywhere and suppress them comprehensively.
Even if the Feng family couldn't achieve a good ranking, they absolutely couldn't let the Wang family succeed.
Therefore, Feng Xiao could only temporarily set aside his obsession with Ye Fan and focus all his energy on Wang Feng.
Seeing Feng Xiao so openly targeting him, Wang Feng was slightly taken aback, but then he smiled and shook his head.
The best way to deal with someone like Feng Xiao, who was like a mad dog, was to ignore him and leave him to his own devices.
Once you retort, he would frenziedly tear you apart until you were covered in wounds.
Therefore, Wang Feng merely smiled and did not reply.
Ye Fan, however, let out a cold laugh.
"I've heard that the Feng family enjoys collecting treasures. In Jiangnan City, the Feng family's treasure vault is probably the most luxurious. Perhaps it's even more impressive than Tian Wang Mansion's."
Wang Feng might have some apprehension towards Feng Xiao, but Ye Fan didn't care at all.
In Ye Fan's eyes, the Feng family was not even worth mentioning. Even if the Feng family's patriarch personally invited him, Ye Fan would not be afraid.
Especially in the antique industry, Ye Fan was even more fearless.
Moreover, with only Feng Xiao present, Ye Fan wouldn't even consider him.
"Hmph, how my Feng family is has nothing to do with you, Ye Fan. If you envy or are jealous, feel free to visit my Feng family. At that time, I will surely broaden your horizons."
Feng Xiao looked at Ye Fan dismissively, his words filled with threats.
Given his personality, he wouldn't genuinely invite Ye Fan; it was merely to humiliate him.
If Ye Fan dared to go to the Feng family, Feng Xiao would ensure he would never return.
Upon hearing Feng Xiao's grand invitation, Ye Fan just sneered repeatedly.
"Feng family? The reason I'll go back is not because you, Young Master Feng, invited me, but rather..."
Ye Fan didn't finish speaking, but shook his head, his gaze very profound.
The implied meaning was understood by many.
Who do you think you are, Feng Xiao? If you invite me, I'll go?
Even if I do go, it will be after I've taken down your Feng family, and I'll walk in proudly, not because you, Feng Xiao, invited me.
However, even if everyone understood these words, no one would voice them.
Feng Xiao's face suddenly sank, becoming incredibly gloomy, as if about to drip water.
Chen Pangzi beside him couldn't hold back any longer and roared furiously, "Ye Fan, what in the hell do you think you are? How dare you be so arrogant towards us? Do you really think that just because you've gotten lucky a few times and spotted a few items, you can run rampant in Jiangnan City? Let me tell you..."
Before Fatty Chen could finish his tirade, Dong Zi abruptly stood up, "Shut your stinking mouth, loser. How dare you make a scene here? Your master hasn't even spoken yet, so who do you think you are?"
Dong Zi's hatred for Fatty Chen was something that could never be alleviated.
The fact that he hadn't directly attacked him showed that Dong Zi was already suppressing his anger to the best of his ability.
Fatty Chen was furious. If Ye Fan had retorted, perhaps Fatty Chen could have accepted it, as he had always been verbally abusing Ye Fan.
But who was Dong Zi to speak to him like this?
Back in the factory, he was just a clown, a nobody that he could humiliate at will. He never expected that he would dare to point fingers at him now. How could he tolerate this?
But the reality was indeed like this. Even if he didn't want to tolerate it, he had to.
"Silence."
Feng Xiao said coldly.
No matter how they retorted, they were no match for Ye Fan.
Having already lost to Ye Fan several times, the more they used sarcastic words, the more they fell into Ye Fan's trap.
This dishonorable defeat at Ye Fan's hands was their weak point.
Although Fatty Chen was annoyed, he had no choice but to obediently shut up and stand to the side.
Feng Xiao sneered, "Ye Fan, we'll see."
"I'll see you to the end."
Ye Fan was completely unfazed. He regarded Feng Xiao's threat as nothing more than a joke.
With his abilities, Feng Xiao uttering such threatening words in front of him was indeed like a joke.
Dong Zi also chuckled, "Truly, the forest has all sorts of birds. Someone so overconfident can actually become the heir of a prominent family. It seems that family is not far from its demise."