The registration staff and the old yellow ox clearly had some rapport, as the whole process took no more than three to four minutes. By the time Chen Fan emerged with the black card, the old yellow ox only had a slight scratch on his cheek.
But clearly, this minor injury was nothing compared to the referral fee.
The old yellow ox chuckled, dividing a stack of bills with Chen Fan. Perhaps feeling a bit sheepish about accepting the money, he quickly regained his composure and told Chen Fan, "I'll give you a free rundown of the rules of the fight market!"
"Let me tell you, not every referrer is this diligent!"
"In the past, those who went to fight, because they weren't explained beforehand, ended up taking many detours!"
Chen Fan certainly didn't refuse.
Although he had some understanding, it was likely not as clear as that of the old yellow ox, who frequented the black market.
"The fight market has a well-known Heavenly Ladder Ranking, where points determine the rank. The Heavenly Ladder Ranking is publicly announced every month. The top ranker will receive generous rewards from the black market."
"Consecutive victories three times even offers a chance to work for a chosen clan!"
Chen Fan wasn't interested in these things. He changed the subject, "How can I earn points quickly?"
"Those at the bottom of the ranking can challenge any member on the Heavenly Ladder Ranking. If they win, they can absorb all of the opponent's points and take their position in the fight market."
"Like Ge Jun, whom I just told you about, he came to the black market a few months ago. He defeated the uncrowned king of the arena with a single punch, directly absorbing all of his points, and instantly rose to the top of the Heavenly Ladder Ranking."
Chen Fan raised an eyebrow, "So if I want to reach the top, I just need to defeat this Ge Jun?"
The old yellow ox froze.
He wondered if he was hallucinating from the beating he'd received, or if Chen Fan's mind had rusted.
What had he just said?
Defeat Ge Jun?
Thinking this, the old yellow ox felt even more guilt. He had just introduced an idiot into the fight market. What was the difference between that and murder?
The money in his hand suddenly didn't feel so good. He stuffed it all into Chen Fan's arms, "Opening an account in the fight market doesn't mean you have to fight. We can just treat it as an experience."
"Go buy yourself something nice with this money later."
At that moment, the old yellow ox felt as if he was radiating a benevolent glow!
Chen Fan sighed, saying nothing more, and simply returned the money. "In a little over twenty days, I will challenge the rankings."
This wasn't simply an idiot!
He was also an idiot who wouldn't listen to advice!
The old yellow ox trailed behind him, lamenting and trying to persuade him, "What are you doing this for! Once you're in the arena, life and death are matters of fate. Why would you, at such a young age, have such thoughts!"
This level of nagging was no less than Chen Xing'er's!
Chen Fan immediately lost patience and stopped him. "I just want to say hello to my friends in Europa. I'm back."
This way, it would be simpler.
When they saw him, they would naturally come to him.
However, the old yellow ox beside him fell silent upon hearing this.
By the time he came to his senses, Chen Fan had already walked many steps away.
Hey!
Who did this kid think he was?
Who says hello in such a way!
Getting himself killed in the arena by the champion, to gain fame?
He pursed his lips, unconcernedly stuffed the bills into his pocket, and re-entered the crowd, hawking his fight tickets.
On his way back, Chen Fan passed a few small stalls.
Thinking that Chen Xing'er loved these sweet treats, he still bought some for her.
How could he truly be angry with a child?
Chen Fan returned to the villa, placing the seven or eight bags of snacks on the table. He looked around but couldn't see anyone in their usual spots.
Still sulking in her room?
Chen Fan frowned and called out loudly, "Chen Xing'er, come down!"
There was no response.
Thinking of something, Chen Fan's expression changed. He quickly went upstairs and pushed open Chen Xing'er's room door—
His expression grew even more grim. He immediately dialed Luo Sheng's number, "Are there any cameras at the villa entrance?"
Luo Sheng was taken aback, knowing something must have happened. "Yes, what are you looking for?"
"See when my sister left home and which direction she went?"
His little sister ran away from home without saying a word?
Europa was not like other places.
When night fell, a young girl alone could be more enticing than a poppy!
Luo Sheng immediately became serious. "I'll have my people investigate."
"I'll have the results for you within five minutes."
Chen Fan hung up the phone, went downstairs, and seeing the bags of snacks on the table, he found them rather unsightly. He went out to his car. As he was starting it, Luo Sheng's call came in, "She left this morning."
"Judging by the direction, she was heading towards the East District."
"I've already contacted people on the ground. They will find her as soon as possible before nightfall."
Chen Fan said thank you, and as he hung up, he stepped on the accelerator and sped towards the East District—
Meanwhile.
At the Night Bar in the East District.
Chen Xing'er had no idea that her departure had caused Chen Fan and Luo Sheng to search for her. Looking at the vibrant cocktail in front of her, she grumbled, "Damn Heavenly Pride! Look! I'm doing fine without you!"
After saying this, she tilted her head back and took a large gulp. "I'm drinking alone, without you! That'll make you mad!"
The red lights and gaudy decorations, the music vibrated against her eardrums, causing her heart to beat faster in unison.
The rosy light cast upon Chen Xing'er's face, making her already beautiful features even more alluring.
The cocktail glass was empty. Chen Xing'er raised her glass from afar, snapped her fingers at the bartender, "Another one!"