This place.
In Chu Fan's eyes, it was an exceptional premium treasure land.
Coupled with the exquisite ancient buildings like palaces on the ground, he was rarely satisfied.
Holding seventy percent of the world's wealth, what kind of mansion could he not own?
Within the Dragon God Kingdom, Chu Fan owned numerous high-priced properties in various locations.
However, some things were rare and could not be obtained merely with money.
Shan Hai Pavilion was precisely one of those rare items.
When such a good thing was delivered to his doorstep, it wasn't just acceptable; it was welcome.
However.
Chu Fan operated with principles.
A gentleman does not covet what others possess.
As the iconic landmark of Shan Hai City and the dwelling place of the dragon脉 (qi flow), Shan Hai Pavilion was of considerable value.
He looked at Guan Hongyun, "The conditions of this place are indeed excellent, but are you sure you want to give it to me?"
Guan Hongyun nodded very seriously.
"This place is worth a lot. Name your price, and I'll have the money transferred to your account!"
Chu Fan disliked owing favors.
Therefore, he intended to purchase this place as his residence in Shan Hai City.
This way, he wouldn't have to stay at his aunt's and constantly clash with that little girl, Nan Bai Xuan.
It was also for his aunt's sake that he couldn't be bothered to argue with her.
Had it been anyone else, he would have slapped them so hard they wouldn't know north from south.
Previously, the reason he endured Nan Bai Xuan's repeated provocations without leaving was primarily to absorb the wood脈 (qi flow) from beneath Wan Shu Mountain to suppress the anomalous poison within his body.
Now that he had Shan Hai Pavilion, whether he stayed in Wan Shu Mountain depended on his own wishes.
"Give me money?"
Guan Hongyun was taken aback, a wry smile playing on his lips.
"Lord, do I look like someone who lacks money?"
Seeing that Chu Fan was not joking, he said seriously, "Lord, I believe you can see that I am not someone who lacks money."
"Over the years, countless people have wanted to buy Shan Hai Pavilion from me."
"The price kept increasing, yet I never had the slightest intention of selling it."
"Oh, and why is that?"
Guan Hongyun's words successfully piqued Chu Fan's curiosity.
Countless people wanted to buy it, but he refused.
Now, he was giving it to him with open hands?
Guan Hongyun straightened his back, gazing up at the Shan Hai Pavilion that countless people coveted, and said with a steady tone, "To be frank, Lord, when I first acquired Shan Hai Pavilion, I intended it as a place for my retirement."
"However, after moving in, I encountered nothing but misfortune, and my health was greatly affected!"
"Later, I sought the advice of a specialist. The old gentleman said that this place was the dwelling of the dragon脉 of Shan Hai City, and only one with the destiny of a king could truly anchor it."
"Therefore, I have been waiting, waiting for the person who is qualified to reside here."
At this point, Guan Hongyun turned to look at Chu Fan, his expression filled with sincerity.
"After meeting you, Lord, I was captivated by the kingly aura you possess."
"I believe that in all of Shan Hai City, only you are qualified!"
"Therefore, I wish to present Shan Hai Pavilion to you, as an apology for my previous impudence in failing to recognize your true worth."
Hearing this, Chu Fan smiled.
He was too indifferent to probe how much truth there was in Guan Hongyun's words.
Receiving something of such immense value for free left him feeling uneasy.
After a moment's thought, he said, "You don't want money, and I dislike accepting things for free."
"How about this: consider it a favor owed. In the future, no matter what you encounter, I will act on your behalf once."
Guan Hongyun's primary objective was to build a good relationship with Chu Fan and gain his recognition.
Guan Hongyun nodded happily, "Thank you, Lord!"
Following this, the two entered Shan Hai Pavilion.
The interior decoration was extremely opulent, with all the furniture spotless.
Guan Hongyun explained that even though no one resided there, servants came daily to clean, and security guards were stationed around the premises to prevent any damage.
To experience the degree to which the dragon脉 suppressed his anomalous poison, Chu Fan decided to stay the night.
Soon, astonishing news spread throughout Shan Hai City.
Shan Hai Pavilion, held in the hands of the "Collection King" for many years, vacant and of immeasurable value, finally had a new owner.
Many were curious about the identity of Shan Hai Pavilion's new master.
Several years prior, to deter outsiders from seeking to purchase Shan Hai Pavilion, Guan Hongyun had declared that only the "King of Shan Hai" was qualified to own it, and if this person never appeared, Shan Hai Pavilion would remain vacant.
Amidst various rumors, the outside world subconsciously regarded the person capable of residing in Shan Hai Pavilion as the most powerful individual in Shan Hai City.
At the villa in Wan Shu Mountain.
Qin Xue was glaring coldly at her daughter.
"Xuanxuan, I'm telling you, you've gone too far!"
"You were supposed to accompany Xiao Fan to find the Jie family, but you abandoned him and returned alone, and then you even forbade the driver from picking him up!"
"I'm warning you, if anything happens to Xiao Fan, I won't forgive you!"
Earlier, seeing that it was getting late and Chu Fan still hadn't returned, and his calls went unanswered, Qin Xue became very anxious.
Upon inquiring with the driver, she learned that Nan Bai Xuan had specifically instructed him not to pick up Chu Fan after she returned, which infuriated Qin Xue to no end.
The driver returned to the Jie family only to find out that Chu Fan had already left.
Where he had gone by now, the Jie family did not know.
Chu Fan, engrossed in absorbing the dragon脉's power to suppress the anomalous poison, had his phone set to silent. Qin Xue's inability to contact him, coupled with the accumulated anxiety, erupted into fury.
Being scolded by her mother, Nan Bai Xuan felt incredibly wronged, tears streaming down her face.
This was the first time in her life her mother had ever spoken to her so harshly.
Especially considering how Nan Bai Xuan had been targeting Chu Fan ever since he arrived at their home, Qin Xue became even more incensed.
"The matter of buying you a car, which I previously promised, will have to wait!"
"Also, your allowance will be halved starting tomorrow!"
"Waaaaah..."
Feeling extremely wronged and distressed, Nan Bai Xuan could no longer hold back and burst into tears.
"Mom, you've changed, you don't love me anymore!"
"Ever since he came to our house, you haven't given me a good look!"
"How am I inferior to him? He can't do anything, he's idle all day, yet you're so good to him."
"Am I your daughter?"
"Or is he your son?"
*Slap...*
Qin Xue, who had been suppressing her anger, heard such rebellious words from her daughter and slapped Nan Bai Xuan across the face.
"Wuwuwu..."
Crying, Nan Bai Xuan ran upstairs, returned to her room, and buried herself under the covers, weeping.
At this moment, she felt immense sorrow.
After her emotions had somewhat subsided, a fierce glint appeared in Nan Bai Xuan's beautiful eyes.
"Chu Fan, you're the one forcing me."
"If it weren't for you, why would Mother treat me like this?"
A woman's jealousy is a terrifying thing.
Instead of repenting after being disciplined, Nan Bai Xuan's resentment towards Chu Fan grew significantly.
In her spoiled young lady's mind, Chu Fan could no longer stay at their home, as her mother's love for her would only diminish further.
In the past, how could her mother bear to scold her?
How could she bear to hit her?
How long had Chu Fan been here, and her mother had already done both.
The more Nan Bai Xuan thought about it, the more she felt that she and Chu Fan were irreconcilably opposed and that he must be completely driven out of Shan Hai City.
Suddenly, her phone rang.
Seeing that it was her close friend, Zhao Jiayu, Nan Bai Xuan's pent-up grievances found an outlet.
"Jiayu, do you know? My mom not only scolded me but also hit me just now, wuwuwu..."
"Ah, Xuanxuan, don't be sad..."
Zhao Jiayu offered a few words of comfort and then asked, "Have you seen the trending news?"
"What's wrong?"
Nan Bai Xuan asked doubtfully.
"Shan Hai Pavilion has a new owner!"
"And isn't it said everywhere that whoever becomes the owner of Shan Hai Pavilion is the King of Shan Hai?"
"What, really?"
Nan Bai Xuan exclaimed, instantly standing up, her tears forgotten.
It was only because she had once made a vow.