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Chapter 247 - 247 246 Can This Work
Chapter 247 - 247 246 Can This Work
?Chapter 247: Chapter 246: Can This Work? Chapter 247: Chapter 246: Can This Work? Apart from the thousand-year-old coral tree, Luo Ning discovered several antiques containing Vital Energy as well as potential Yin Evil Artifacts.
This time, in addition to the powerful and wealthy, capable Feng Shui Masters also participated in the auction.
Therefore, Luo Ning only managed to get a turtle shell containing Vital Energy and a pendant containing evil spirit.
The money she had, plus what her mother had given her, was almost completely spent.
However, although she had spent all her money, her mood was exceptionally good.
Two Feng Shui Masters, who were quite dissatisfied with losing the items they wanted to Luo Ning due to her high bids, had to hold back their frustration upon seeing her seemingly good relationship with Lu Xun and a few others.
After the auction ended, Huo Rui sought out Luo Ning alone.
He brought her and Lu Xun to his office, with Huo Ye proactively joining them.
Ji Jiayi, although wanting to create an opportunity to be alone with Luo Ning,
realized that it was likely Huo Rui had something important to discuss with Luo Ning and so, after saying goodbye, left first.
Yu Zihang and Fu Ci did the same, not approaching voluntarily and exiting earlier.
They too had their gains that day.
Once inside Huo Rui’s office, he took out some fine tea to brew.
He handed a cup of tea to Luo Ning, asking with a smile, “Miss Luo, have you been helping people with Feng Shui consultation recently?”
Luo Ning took the tea, “Yes, I have!”
With her and her mother’s liquid funds depleted, and managing the mountain area requiring a considerable amount of money, she would certainly take on any business that came knocking.
She asked with a smile, “Young Master Huo, do you have business to refer to me?”
Huo Rui nodded, “Indeed, we would like to ask for Miss Luo’s assistance.”
Regarding the matter of payment, he didn’t bring it up for discussion, as he was certain not to let Luo Ning suffer any loss.
Luo Ning took a sip of tea, “Let’s hear it.”
Huo Rui said, “My girlfriend’s cousin has encountered some trouble and we’d like you to take a look.”
Luo Ning inquired, “Can you give me more details?”
Huo Rui explained, “He went on a trip to the south before, and after coming back, suddenly developed many red spots all over his body. His abdomen, in particular, has been protruding more and more each day, as if pregnant.”
“The problem is, that swollen belly often moves, just like fetal movements.”
“When we went to the hospital for an examination, they couldn’t determine the cause. It’s very bizarre.”
The Feng Shui Masters that his girlfriend’s family consulted couldn’t identify the problem either.
These days, masters are more skilled in Feng Shui and geomancy. One master advised them to seek someone proficient in Mystical Technique.
Previously, they hadn’t been able to find such a person.
However, his brother’s plight sparked hope in his girlfriend, so she asked him to enlist Luo Ning.
Hearing such circumstances, Luo Ning couldn’t determine what was happening.
“I can make time to have a look.”
Huo Rui smiled, “How about tomorrow?”
Luo Ning shook her head, “Tomorrow won’t work, I’m preoccupied.”
She added, “Either today or the day after tomorrow.”
Tomorrow and the day after, she had committed to training with Yue Xiao and the others.
Huo Rui thought for a moment then said, “Let me make a call and ask.”
He then stood up to phone his girlfriend.
They also needed to check with the cousin’s family, so it took a few minutes before the call was returned.
After hanging up, Huo Rui said, “Their side is very anxious, so could you please help by visiting today?”
Luo Ning did not decline, “That’s possible.”
After drinking a couple more cups of tea and chatting for a while, they headed straight to Huo Rui’s girlfriend’s home.
Huo Rui’s girlfriend’s family wasn’t old money but ran a small trading company.
Moreover, the trading company was still under control of Granny Yu, as her daughter’s father and uncle worked there.
The one who had fallen ill was her uncle’s son, Granny Yu’s cherished grandson.
The whole family lived in a villa, not yet separated, as per Granny Yu’s wishes.
On the way, Huo Rui thought for a moment, then spoke to Luo Ning, “If they make any unreasonable demands or say anything unpleasant once we’re there, please be forgiving.”
He added, somewhat helplessly, “My girlfriend’s family isn’t very pleasant to deal with.”
Huo Ye rolled his eyes, “Not pleasant to deal with is an understatement. I think they’re downright bizarre.”
Huo Ye was particularly speechless regarding his brother’s girlfriend’s family.
He continued, “You’re actually agreeing to help, but I couldn’t be bothered with them.”
Huo Rui’s expression showed even more helplessness, “I didn’t have a choice, Yu Wen has come crying to me several times.”
Luo Ning, sensing his plight, laughed it off, “I don’t mind.”
At the villa’s entrance, they were met by a woman with a touch of gentleness.
Seeing Huo Rui, her face brightened with a smile, “You’re here.”
Huo Rui nodded in acknowledgement and then introduced, “This is Master Luo.”
Yu Wen greeted Luo Ning with a smile, “Master Luo, it’s very kind of you to make this trip.”
Huo Rui had briefed her beforehand about Luo Ning’s situation and age, so she didn’t show much surprise.
However, this Luo Ning looked young and beautiful, hardly the image of a typical Feng Shui Master.
Despite that, since it was her boyfriend’s introduction, she didn’t let her skepticism show, inviting Luo Ning into the house.
The living room on the first floor was empty, and Yu Wen led them directly upstairs to her cousin’s bedroom.
This was a sign of the Yu Family’s lack of etiquette.
The family had left Yu Wen to receive guests, while they all huddled in the bedroom.
Truthfully, Huo Rui disliked handling the Yu Family’s matters; he had no respect for their behavior and style.
Upon entering the spacious room, the occupants stood up to greet the newcomers.
Granny Yu and the rest of the Yu Family were exceedingly polite to Huo Rui, their prospective grandson-in-law.
Being connected with the Huo Family was a point of pride for them, eliciting envy from all their acquaintances.
Granny Yu smiled, “You’re here, Xiao Huo. Come in and take a seat!”
Huo Rui replied with a faint smile, “I’ve brought the master here to take a look at Yu Fei’s condition first.”
He didn’t have the patience for pleasantries with the Yu Family, finding the whole thing insincere.
Granny Yu, concerned for her grandson’s health, immediately agreed, “Very well.”
Then looking behind Huo Rui at the three people, she asked in confusion, “Which one is the master?”
She recognized Huo Ye, so the so-called master had to be one of the two exceptionally good-looking young men or women.
Such youth did not suggest a powerful master.
Huo Rui introduced Luo Ning, “This is Master Luo.”
Granny Yu examined Luo Ning, her smile somewhat forced, “Such a young master we have here!”
She really wanted to ask if Huo Rui was joking, but refrained due to their relationship.
Still, she couldn’t help but express her doubt, “Is this really going to work?”
The second son and his wife also looked at Luo Ning with skepticism, “Xiao Huo, your cousin really needs saving.”
Their underlying message was clear—they did not believe this young, attractive girl could be a powerful master.