165: Mitteltenberg's praise

“Yu Han, old man, I’ve heard so much about you. It’s only natural for Gu Ni to praise you. But Frank, that old fellow, every time he writes, he can’t stop talking about his proud disciple, praising you to the heavens.

And Fire Elder of Canaan Academy, he truly is his direct disciple. Now that I’ve met him, it’s clear that he’s a young hero with extraordinary bearing!”

He pointed to two luxurious high-backed chairs opposite the desk: “Sit. Ya Fei, you sit too.”

“Thank you, Grand Elder.” Mo Yuhan sat down as instructed, his back straight, his demeanor composed. Ya Fei elegantly sat slightly to his side.

“Teacher Frank and Teacher Fire are too kind, this junior is unworthy,” Mo Yuhan said humbly, but his tone was sincere.

“Oh, you’re too modest.”

Teng Shan waved his hand, his eyes shining as he looked at Mo Yuhan, “What kind of place is Canaan Academy? And what kind of person is Fire Elder? To be taken as his direct disciple already proves your extraordinary nature. What’s even rarer is that you’re already a Second-Rank Alchemist at such a young age—your future is limitless!”

He changed the subject, with a hint of a merchant’s shrewdness, cutting to the chase: “Young friend, the main reason for your visit to the Imperial Capital this time must be the upcoming Alchemist Convention, correct?”

“Precisely.” Mo Yuhan nodded, “My sect has ordered it, and this junior also wishes to use this grand event to hone himself and broaden his horizons.”

“Good! Ambitious!” Teng Shan praised, his fingers lightly tapping the smooth mahogany tabletop, “The Alchemist Convention is a grand event for the alchemist world of our Gama Empire, where heroes gather and dragons and tigers contend.

Since the young friend represents Canaan Academy, and is also the esteemed disciple of Great Master Gu Ni, an old friend of our Mittel Auction House, both in terms of sentiment and reason, our Mittel Family should act as good hosts and lend the young friend a hand.”

He looked at Ya Fei, who was standing by his side: “Ya Fei.”

“Grand Elder.” Ya Fei immediately responded.

“All expenses for Yu Han during his stay in the Imperial Capital will be covered by the headquarters, arranged at the highest specifications. Additionally,”

Teng Shan turned his gaze to Mo Yuhan, with deep meaning, “Any rare medicinal ingredients or suitable medicine cauldrons needed for the convention, as long as our Mittel Auction House has them in stock, the young friend can request them from Ya Fei at any time.

If they are not in stock, she will do her best to find them for you. Consider it a small token of goodwill from me, representing the Mittel Family, to wish the young friend great success at the convention in advance.”

This level of support was truly generous!

The highest specifications of hospitality meant that all of Mo Yuhan’s expenses in the Imperial Capital would be waived, and he would enjoy the top-tier services of the Mittel Family.

More importantly, it opened up the vast inventory of medicinal ingredients and tools from the Mittel Auction House.

For Mo Yuhan, who was about to participate in the Alchemist Convention, this was like adding wings to a tiger.

Mo Yuhan was moved, immediately stood up, and bowed solemnly again: “Grand Elder’s immense kindness, this junior is endlessly grateful! This kindness and friendship, Yu Han will engrave in his heart!”

“Haha, no need to be so formal.”

Teng Shan laughed heartily, motioning for Mo Yuhan to sit down, “I am also a businessman, and I believe in mutual benefit. The young friend is a heaven-sent genius, and his future achievements are immeasurable.

By forming a good relationship today, when the young friend’s name shakes the continent in the future, our Mittel Family will also have glory! Besides, I still have to give face to that old fellow Gu Ni.”

Although the words were straightforward and Frank, they seemed even more sincere.

A person of Teng Shan’s caliber no longer needed to be evasive.

“Additionally,” Teng Shan picked up a exquisite small zitan wood box from the desk and gently opened it.

Inside were not treasures, but four purple cards inlaid with gold edges, emitting faint energy fluctuations.

“These are four VIP crystal cards from the Mittel Auction House. The highest authority kind. One is for you, young friend, and the other three, if it’s convenient, please hand them over to your master, Guild Leader Frank and Great Master Otto, as well as your teacher, Fire Elder.

Consider it a token of goodwill and sincerity for long-term cooperation from our Mittel Family to the Black Rock City Alchemist Guild.”

Mo Yuhan understood.

Teng Shan’s action was not only an investment in him personally but also a way to further strengthen the Mittel Family’s ties with the Black Rock City Alchemist Guild, and indirectly with Fire Elder’s lineage at Canaan Academy, through him as a link.

This political wisdom and long-term vision were truly admirable.

At the same time, his act of handing them over would subtly increase his own standing in the hearts of his sect Elders.

“This junior will personally deliver them and convey the Grand Elder’s good intentions.” Mo Yuhan solemnly accepted the wooden box.

“Good! Good!” Teng Shan nodded with satisfaction, then chatted a few more words about the recent situation in Canaan Academy and Black Rock City, before saying: “I still have some mundane matters to attend to, so I won’t keep the young friend any longer. Ya Fei, please entertain Yu Han well for me, and make sure he feels at home in the Imperial Capital.”

“Yes, Grand Elder.” Ya Fei respectfully replied.

Leaving Teng Shan’s study and passing through the heavily guarded corridor, the respectful and capable expression on Ya Fei’s face instantly melted like ice and snow, re-emerging with a captivating and charming glow.

She turned her head and winked at Mo Yuhan, her long eyelashes like butterfly wings: “How was it? Little guy, you weren’t scared by the Grand Elder, were you?”

Mo Yuhan shook his head: “The Grand Elder is profoundly majestic, but he treats people sincerely, which is admirable.”

“That’s natural.”

Ya Fei proudly lifted her chin, like a little girl showing off her treasure, “Grand Elder Teng Shan has a very discerning eye for people. For him to value you so much, little guy, you have a lot of face!”

She changed her tone, with a hint of playful reproach: “But, the Grand Elder is the Grand Elder, and Elder Sister is Elder Sister. His Elder self arranged accommodation for you, that’s the Mittel Family’s courtesy. As for Elder Sister, I’ve arranged an even better place for you!”

She led Mo Yuhan not towards the guest room area arranged by the headquarters, but took a winding path to a relatively independent, secluded area behind the main headquarters building complex.

Here, green trees provided shade, the air was filled with the fragrance of flowers, and several elegantly designed two-story small buildings with independent courtyards were nestled among them.

Ya Fei stopped in front of a white building covered in lush green vines and dotted with pale purple flowers.

She took out a uniquely designed silver key and placed it in Mo Yuhan’s hand, her fingertips intentionally or unintentionally brushing his palm, causing a slight tingle.

“Here, it’s not far from the core area of the auction house, but it’s quiet enough, so no one will disturb you while you prepare for the competition. Everything inside has been prepared for you, and daily necessities will be handled by dedicated, trustworthy maids.”

Ya Fei pushed open the exquisite carved wooden door, and a fresh, elegant scent wafted out.

The interior decoration was not overtly luxurious, but every detail exuded elegance and comfort.

The living room was spacious and bright, furnished with soft velvet sofas; the study had bookshelves and a desk, and even a small alchemy quiet room; upstairs was the bedroom, where through the window one could see the exquisite scenery of the headquarters garden.