Chapter 13: **Chapter 13: Must Be Won!**
**Chapter 13: Must Be Won!**
Chen Feng had a peculiar habit—he always looked at people's legs first.
Even without seeing the whole person, he had already mentally given full marks to the long, snow-white legs before him.
As his gaze traveled upward, he immediately caught sight of a charming, beautiful face.
"No wonder those legs seemed familiar," he murmured to himself, momentarily stunned by the sight of a face he knew all too well.
Back in the day, he had seen—and touched—those legs countless times.
The crisp sound of footsteps grew louder as the woman, surrounded by an entourage, finally stepped into full view.
Dressed in a tight-fitting red brocade robe, she exuded a noble and captivating aura. The garment's intricate design perfectly outlined her graceful curves, and her slender waist was accentuated by a silver belt. The dazzling snow-white legs beneath the robe added to her allure.
With narrow, enchanting peach-blossom eyes and a hint of a smile on her lips, the woman was the epitome of temptation, her presence radiating charm and seduction.
Men in the hall couldn't take their eyes off her. She moved with feline grace, her every step bewitching and elegant. Many greeted her with smiles—some enchanted by her beauty, others out of respect for her high status.
Despite the crowd, the woman maintained her composure, handling the attention with poise. Her gentle smile was just enough to keep admirers at bay, expertly deflecting the advances of those who dared to engage her in conversation.
Her captivating peach-blossom eyes swept across the hall, scanning the faces. Many of the men who met her gaze swallowed hard, their breathing quickening as desire ignited within them.
As her gaze moved to the far end of the hall, she suddenly froze. Her steps halted as she stared at the young man dressed in luxurious brocade robes. Disbelief flickered in her beautiful eyes.
The hall's attention immediately shifted.
The men followed her gaze and saw the handsome, noble-looking young man. A wave of envy swept through the crowd.
"Who is he?"
Many bristled with jealousy.
"Sure, he's good-looking, but what's so special about that?"
The air grew thick with unspoken resentment as the men glared at the stranger.
Chen Feng, however, ignored their reactions. Instead, he smiled warmly at the stunned woman.
"Sister Yafei, long time no see," he said, his tone calm yet affectionate.
Hearing the familiar voice, Yafei's initial disbelief gave way to certainty.
The boy she had missed so dearly over the past three years now stood before her—a grown man, handsome and confident.
Tap-tap-tap!
Without hesitation, Yafei hurried toward Chen Feng, her movements quick but elegant. She stopped in front of him, her face glowing with excitement as she took in his appearance.
"Brother Chen Feng, I can hardly believe my eyes! You've grown so much in three years," she said, her voice trembling slightly with emotion.
If they weren't surrounded by people, she might have thrown herself into his arms. Over the past three years, she had thought about him constantly, even sending people to the imperial capital each month to inquire about him.
Chen Feng smiled gently. "Sister Yafei, you've only grown more beautiful."
Her faint fragrance wafted over him, stirring his memories. It was clear that this enchantress had become even more alluring than she had been three years ago.
Yafei was not just a childhood friend; she was the reason Chen Feng had come to Wutan City.
This reunion was his primary goal.
"Brother Chen Feng, let's talk somewhere private," Yafei suggested, her voice tinged with urgency.
She reached out, ignoring the jealous stares of the men around them, and took his hand. Pulling him along, she led him out of the hall.
The moment Yafei held his hand, the hall erupted into whispers.
"Master Gu Ni, who is this boy? I've never seen him before," a middle-aged man asked, his tone tinged with bitterness and jealousy.
Gu Ni's expression darkened. He shot the man a cold glance and sneered, "Fool! If you value your life, keep your mouth shut. Offend this young man, and your entire family will be wiped out—no one will save you."
The middle-aged man turned pale, stunned by Gu Ni's warning.
The other men exchanged uneasy glances, their earlier arrogance replaced with caution.
If Gu Ni is this protective of him, then this young man must be someone extraordinary.
Moments later, in a quiet lounge at the auction house, Yafei hugged Chen Feng tightly.
"Sister Yafei, please let go. I can barely breathe," Chen Feng gasped, his face slightly flushed.
The soft, warm embrace left him both flustered and overwhelmed.
Releasing him, Yafei stepped back, a playful smile gracing her lips. "Brother Chen Feng, after three years, you're still as shy as ever," she teased, her enchanting laughter filling the room.
Chen Feng couldn't help but grumble inwardly. Who could resist this woman?
Every smile, every gesture of hers was steeped in temptation. Even now, he struggled to maintain his composure.
Looking at the enchanting Yafei before him, Chen Feng's resolve strengthened. I must win her over.
This was why he had come to Wutan City—to claim what was his.
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