"I was invited by Brother Dharma to act as a matchmaker on his behalf. I dare not make any guarantees, but if Brother Dharma ever bullies you, feel free to come to me, and I’ll certainly teach him a harsh lesson."

Chu Feng said with a smile.

Pfft~!

Zhao Min rarely showed a smile. She glanced stealthily at Pu Fazheng who was following behind her.

"I promise I won’t bully Xiao Min!" Pu Fazheng earnestly raised his left hand above his head, palm facing the sky.

What a fool he is, Chu Feng made a joke, and he took it seriously.

But that was precisely what made him endearing. Zhao Min couldn’t help but cover her mouth, laughing uncontrollably.

After greeting Chu Feng, she went over to her parents and said "Dad, Mom!" After greeting them, she obediently sat between them.

Chu Feng observed quietly and noticed that although Zhao Min’s parents were somewhat opportunistic, they deeply cherished their daughter. Their gaze, expressions, and other natural gestures all betrayed their profound love for their daughter.

With that in mind, Chu Feng felt the success rate of his matchmaking had greatly increased.

They merely hoped their daughter would marry into a good family and live a good life. They held no particular prejudices against Pu Fazheng.

"Pu Fazheng, stop spouting empty promises! What kind of happiness can you, a poor bird, offer her? She wants to improve her cultivation and needs a higher grade Elixir. Can you provide that? No, you can’t."

"She dreams of living in a big house, attended by servants. Can you make that happen? You cannot either."

"She wishes to live a life of refinement, respected by countless people, and attend high-class events. You can’t give her any of that. But I, this young master, certainly can."

"My Liu Family has both wealth and influence. If she marries this young master, she will definitely live a life akin to an Empress. Don’t think you can trick Xiao Min into your hands by simply finding some Inner Sect Disciple to be the matchmaker—no way."

Liu Lang flaunted his sense of superiority in front of Pu Fazheng and Chu Feng.

"I won’t waste words with you. Let’s just compare the matchmakers we’ve invited—who is of more significance, who is more distinguished? When the time comes, if you lose, I hope you will honor your word and step aside willingly."

With those words, Liu Lang turned to look at Zhao Min and her parents.

"Please wait a moment, I will immediately bring the matchmaker over!" With that, he left the private room.

After an entire half an hour, Liu Lang finally returned. It was evident that inviting this matchmaker was not easy for him.

Otherwise, they wouldn’t have had to wait so long.

"Let me introduce him—this is Prince Zhu, of the royal bloodline of Vermilion Bird Heavenly Country, a man with a distinguished status. He happened to be in Crimson Fire City on some business, and this young master, having some connections with him, brazenly asked for his help in playing the role of matchmaker."

Liu Lang’s face was full of pride.

Pu Fazheng and Pu Li felt utterly despondent, their hearts went cold. This Liu Lang truly wielded great power; he actually invited a prince.

It looked like their defeat was sealed.

To have a good relationship with a prince from the Vermilion Bird Heavenly Country was not something any ordinary noble could achieve.

After hearing this, Chu Feng’s expression was indifferent, the corner of his mouth slightly raised.

He had expected someone more significant, but it turned out to be just a prince.

If only Liu Lang knew that not long ago, Chu Feng had cured four princes and two princesses, becoming their lifesaving benefactor. Would Liu Lang collapse on the spot in shock?

The status of a prince is definitely not as high as that of princes.

Of course, Chu Feng’s expression was also noticed by the members of the Liu Family.

There was a fat, big-eared middle-aged man who had acted quite aloof throughout. It was said that he was also an influential figure in the Liu Family.

He held the position of a third-grade official in the Vermilion Bird Heavenly Country.

"This Master Chu, it seems he holds Prince Zhu in disdain! Could your status be even higher than a prince?" This fat pig harbors ill intentions. He is deliberately provoking enmity towards Chu Feng.

He wants Prince Zhu to slap Chu Feng in the face.

However, when Prince Zhu entered, his gaze swept across everyone in the private room. At first, he was full of arrogance.

As a member of the Royal Family, although his lineage belonged to a side branch, the pride embedded deep in his bones was longstanding and unshakeable.

But when Prince Zhu’s gaze swept across Chu Feng amongst the guests, he was deeply shocked.

Chu Feng did not recognize him, but he recognized Chu Feng.

Prince Zhu pushed Liu Lang aside and quickly walked up to Chu Feng, greeting him with the utmost respect, "Zhu Tianci of the Eighth Prince Manor, pays respect to Alchemist Chu!" Everyone was stunned.

They could hardly believe their own ears.

Who was the master of the Eighth Prince Manor? It was none other than the Eight Virtuous Princes. This person was definitely one of the most powerful princes in the Vermilion Bird Heavenly Country.

The son of the Eight Virtuous Princes, even a First-grade Official upon meeting him, would have to greet him with respect.

Yet at this moment, upon seeing Chu Feng, he acted as if a student had seen his teacher.

Abjectly and proactively stepping forward to greet Chu Feng, with a tone and expression of utmost reverence.

The fat pig who wanted to plot against Chu Feng was instantly dumbfounded.

Liu Lang’s expression was even more priceless. The colors of his face were changing from red to white, shifting continuously. One moment he looked at Chu Feng, the next at Prince Zhu. He could never have imagined that the middleman he had gone to great lengths and expense to invite actually knew Chu Feng.

And judging by the situation, Chu Feng’s status seemed extremely high.

From Prince Zhu’s performance, it was not hard to see that he was trying to please Chu Feng.

Pu Fazheng and Pu Li, after their initial shock, were immediately filled with intense joy. The outcome was already clear.

There was no need to compare any further; the middleman invited by Liu Lang definitely could not compare to Chu Feng.

"I don’t seem to recognize you. I wonder what your relationship with the Eight Virtuous Princes is?" Chu Feng’s words almost caused Liu Lang to stumble to the ground and faint right then and there.

F*ck, this Chu kid, he must be deliberately showing off here.

The son of the owner of the Eighth Prince Manor, taking the initiative to greet him, yet acting as if he didn’t recognize the other party.

Dear God, why not send down a bolt of Heavenly Thunder and strike down this show-off? It’s infuriating.

The other influential figures of the Liu Family were all shouting in their minds.

"It’s normal that Alchemist Chu doesn’t recognize me. The Eight Virtuous Princes are indeed my father. Last time my father invited you to visit our home, I happened to catch a glimpse of you."

"I originally wanted to meet you in the living room, but my father said that you prefer tranquility and did not allow me to disturb you. Unexpectedly, you left quite soon, without staying for two hours in the Prince Manor."

Zhu Tianci did not take offense at Chu Feng not recognizing him; he instead laughed and explained a few things.

These words already revealed much information.

Liu Lang and the others, who were originally only envious, after hearing what Prince Zhu said, started to speculate about Chu Feng’s identity.

To interpret the meaning of his words, Chu Feng seemed to have a good relationship with the Eight Virtuous Princes.

Moreover, it was the Eight Virtuous Princes who actively sought to please Chu Feng.

How laughable that Liu Lang had invited the son of the Eight Virtuous Princes, hoping to overshadow Chu Feng. Wasn’t this a joke?

"Now that we’re acquainted, next time I go to the Eighth Prince Manor, I’ll definitely look for you to have a drink!" Chu Feng found that this young man Zhu Tianci did not have the bad habits common among other princes.

At least in his presence, there was no hint of arrogance whatsoever.