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Chapter 474 Array Dao and Luck, A Masterpiece of the Xu Family (8k views, please vote!)

"I made a copy of my battle strategy notes and submitted it to the sect," Xu Mingxian said honestly.

Upon hearing this, Xu Chuan's pupils contracted, and he immediately cursed inwardly, "He really is an old fox!"

"What's wrong, Father?"

"You're being a bit arbitrary," Xu Chuan sighed softly.

"It's just my knowledge of formations, and what I gave was only a deduction of a second-tier low-grade battle formation."

"It's not just that, and the key is not the battle formation's grade."

Rather, it is the change in its philosophy, its core principles.

This is something that can influence the landscape of array masters, even if only slightly, it involves destiny.

Your current strength and reputation are not enough, so promoting it will not be beneficial.

But Zhang Fan had more than enough.

With his mastery of array formations, he could perfect it to the level of a high-grade third rank.

This is how we pass on our heritage.

His position in the world of formations will be unshakeable, and he may even gain a great deal of fortune.

"Father, what should we do?" Xu Mingxian frowned.

"If you hand it over voluntarily, do you think you can get it back?"

Xu Chuan sighed.

"The Xuan Yue Sect has great fortune and spiritual treasures to suppress it, making the deduction extremely difficult."

It's even a little blurry.

I predicted you would gain something at the Xuan Yue Sect, but I never expected such a turn of events.

"I'm sorry, Father."

Xu Chuan waved his hand, "Never mind, it seems Zhang Fan is also unwilling to be trapped at the Nascent Soul stage and wants to go further."

In this day and age, luck is an indispensable factor.

However, knowing his personality, since he's taken a share of your good fortune, he'll probably take good care of you in the future.

"I don't understand why Master didn't bring this up before."
Is it to lull the child into complacency?

Xu Chuan smiled and said, "You don't need to think of him as such a terrible person."

If I'm not mistaken.

The father's role also plays a part in this.

Xu Mingxian became more and more confused as she listened.

"Because of the Tribulation-Crossing Pill," Xu Chuan explained. "The Xuan Yue Sect currently has more than a dozen Tribulation-Crossing Pills."

If we can live in peace and security for thousands of years to come, we will naturally have to think about our future.

of course.

He probably won't be able to break through to the Nascent Soul stage so quickly.

I imagine we'll have to wait until the Xuan Yue Sect produces another great cultivator.

Collecting good fortune is merely a precautionary measure.

With his insight, he could naturally see the significance behind the battle formation.

"They changed just two documents; our Xu family has suffered a huge loss in this deal."

Although Xu Chuan did not negotiate in person, it was indeed the most unprofitable deal for the Xu family.

He never expected to be tricked by an old acquaintance.

"Since things have come to this, let's leave it at that. We can discuss the future later."

At least it doesn't bother you right now.

Continue to study battle formations and spirit restrictions, as long as you can develop battle formations that are easier to promote in the future.

Good fortune will still be with you.

You don't need to resent your master because of this.

When it comes to one's own path to enlightenment, even master and disciple, father and son, will have to contend with each other.

"I understand."

Just then, a voice came from outside.

Xu Mingxian's expression changed slightly, and Xu Chuan was also surprised, but he quickly regained his composure.

With a wave of his hand, he opened the cave's protective barrier.

It was Zhang Fan who entered.

"Master," Xu Mingxian said, clasping his hands in greeting.

"It seems you know. Don't blame your teacher, this was a mutually agreeable transaction."

"How dare I disobey my master's command?"

"Judging from your tone, you're still resentful," Zhang Fan said with a smile.

Xu Chuan smiled wryly and said, "Senior Zhang, you are his master after all, why bother making fun of him?"

My Xu family started out in business, so I naturally understand that doing business involves both losses and gains.

"Haha, Mingxian, look at your father, you still have a lot to learn."

"In order to study the formation, Mingxian spent most of his time on it."

Although I have some experience, how can I compare to you?

"Fellow Daoist Xu's words and actions are indeed impeccable."

"Senior, you flatter me. I just made a mistake today. I really didn't expect you to suddenly make trouble for me."

"Haha, I admit that I am being a bit dishonest in this matter, but it is a matter of fate."

Since he is my disciple, it's not appropriate to openly ask him to hand it over.

Today is just a coincidence.

I hope Fellow Daoist Xu won't take it to heart.

"I understand what you have done, senior, and I wish you all your wishes come true."

If successful, Mingxian and my Xu family will naturally benefit immensely.

"You just understand."

"By the way, senior, does the Xuan Yue Sect really not have any Void Crystals?"

"It is indeed rare in the Northwest, and it only grows in some very special places."

For example, the Fengmo Valley in Cangshan Prefecture is still somewhat unstable due to the great war.

There is a considerable chance that it will generate spatial spiritual materials.

However, to force one's way in there, one would need at least the strength of a Nascent Soul cultivator and a protective spiritual treasure.

Besides that, it happens once every hundred years, when the formation at the entrance weakens.

At that time, those at the Golden Core stage or above could enter.

"I see. Are there any other gains?"

"There will be more in the eastern and central regions, or you can inquire at the Xutian Chamber of Commerce or the Jinyang Chamber of Commerce."

"Thank you for informing me, senior."

Zhang Fan nodded slightly. "If there's nothing else, I'll be leaving now."

"Respectfully seeing off the senior."

Zhang Fan arrived in a hurry and left in a hurry.

"It seems he truly values ​​you as his disciple, and also the Xu family; otherwise, he wouldn't have bothered to make the trip in person."

Xu Mingxian also sighed softly at this moment.

He also didn't expect his master to arrive so suddenly.

It seems they followed him there.

"Father, what should we do next?"

"You don't need to be so careful." Xu Chuan shook his head helplessly. "You learn from your mistakes."

Even if Zhang Fan is your age, it's impossible for him to never make a mistake.

Why don't you share your thoughts first?

Xu Mingxian pondered for a moment and said, "Cangshan Prefecture might be a channel, but I think it's not the right time yet."

Otherwise, Master wouldn't have only mentioned it.

We should start by targeting the two major chambers of commerce.

Their influence extends throughout Tiannan, and there's a high chance they possess the Void Crystal.

But getting the deal won't be easy.

If you have someone you know well, it might be much easier.

"People from the Void Heaven Merchant Guild? I've met them before; they should be their direct subordinates."

"It's unlikely that treasures like the Void Crystal can be obtained through simple transactions."

It will most likely be brought out at a major auction.

Xu Mingxian nodded in agreement.

He himself and his family were like that; they naturally kept the good stuff so that they could maximize its value at auctions.

"Let me, your father, deduce it first."

Xu Mingxian bowed and left.

Xu Chuan took out the "Star Chart" and, after some calculations, discovered that the cause and effect had actually fallen back to the Xuan Yue Sect.

"It is related to people with the surname Ji."

Then, he used the [Heavenly Secrets Dao Evolution] to obtain several more key pieces of information about the sword cultivator prodigies.

"Could it be him, the prodigy sword cultivator surnamed Ji?"

Xu Chuan recalled that when Xu Chongjian asked Xuan Yue about swordsmanship, he had sparred with a swordsman genius named Ji Baiyi.

"This person seems to be Zhang Daoran's personal disciple. If Xu Mingxian speaks as his senior uncle, it will indeed be much easier."

As one of Zhang Fan's personal disciples, Xu Mingxian holds a very high position in the Xuan Yue Sect.

Among all the Golden Core elders, he would easily rank in the top three.

Xu Chuan called Xu Mingxian in and told him about the matter.

"Ji Baiyi? When I left, he didn't seem to have joined the Xuan Yue Sect yet."

The Xuan Yue Sect Master actually took in a core disciple of the Xu Tian Chamber of Commerce?

"You'll need to verify it yourself," Xu Chuan said with a smile. "Just ask them directly and observe their expression and reaction."

Then you can attribute the reason you know to your senior brother or master.

"I understand, child."

"It's fine to go tomorrow or in a couple of days."

"Yes."

Two days later.

Wangyue Peak.

Ji Baiyi's Cave.

A voice suddenly drifted into the cave.

Ji Baiyi, who was meditating and comprehending supernatural powers, suddenly opened his eyes.

At this point, he had already reached the peak of Foundation Establishment.

"Xu Mingxian, Martial Uncle Xu? Why did he suddenly come looking for me? Wasn't he traveling around?"

Ji Baiyi muttered to himself, "I remember he seems to be Xu Chongjian's great-uncle."

ponder for a moment.

Ji Baiyi got up and went to greet him outside the cave.

Welcoming you into the cave dwelling's reception room.

"Uncle Xu, my humble abode is simple and unadorned, please do not take offense."

Xu Mingxian smiled faintly and said, "I heard that my senior brother has taken on a disciple with exceptional talent in swordsmanship."

Now that I see it, it's just as I expected.

"In terms of swordsmanship talent, I feel that I am still somewhat inferior to that person from the Xu family, where my martial uncle resides."

"You mean Chongjian? You two are both prodigies in the art of swordsmanship, you should get to know each other better and exchange ideas."

Having a fellow practitioner is a blessing in life.

"I understand, junior disciple. By the way, may I ask what business you have with me, senior uncle?"

Xu Mingxian cut straight to the point: "White Robe, you're a direct descendant of the Ji family, the power holders of the Xutian Chamber of Commerce, right?"

Upon hearing this, Ji Baiyi's pupils suddenly contracted. "How did you know, Uncle-Master?"

This matter is probably known to very few people within the sect.

Was it Master or Grandmaster who told Uncle-Master?

Xu Mingxian smiled without saying a word.

"What business does Uncle-Master have with me? Please speak frankly," Ji Baiyi said, clasping his hands in greeting.

"I would like to ask my junior brother in white to act as an intermediary. My Xu family wants to trade a material with the Xutian Chamber of Commerce."

"So that's how it is."

Xu Mingxian's status in the Xuan Yue Sect was extraordinary; he was Xu Mingxian's direct martial uncle.

Ji Baiyi thought for a moment and nodded, "This matter is simple. In a couple of days, my master will accompany me to the Void Heaven Auction House in the city."

However, even the junior apprentice couldn't guarantee that the auction house would have the materials his senior apprentice wanted.

"That's natural."

Xu Mingxian said, "Just send me a message when you have time."

"clear."

Xu Mingxian then took her leave.

Ji Baiyi didn't dare keep Xu Mingxian waiting too long.

Two days later.

He sent a message to Xu Mingxian, who replied that she was already in Xuan Yue City.

The two immediately agreed to meet in front of the Void Auction House.

Arrived at the entrance of the Void Heaven Auction House.

Upon seeing Xu Mingxian, Ji Baiyi stepped forward and bowed, "Uncle-Master Xu."

Then she looked at the young man next to Xu Mingxian.

It looks ordinary, but it gives people a unique feeling.

Moreover, even when he tried to probe with his divine sense, he couldn't determine the extent of the other's cultivation level.

"Who is this senior?"

"This is my father, the True Lord of Withering and Flourishing," Xu Mingxian introduced casually.

But Ji Baiyi felt a tremor in his heart upon hearing this.

The legendary True Monarch Ku Rong who supposedly severed the Nascent Soul stage at the Golden Core stage?!
He was just an ordinary young man.

Of course, Ji Baiyi also knew that cultivators could not be judged by their appearance.

Many cultivators possess the art of preserving their youthful appearance.

"Junior Ji Baiyi greets Senior Kurong."

"Young friend Ji, you are too kind. I hope you will forgive me for disturbing you this time."

"Senior Kurong, you flatter me. Uncle Xu is my master's junior brother, so we can be considered to be of the same lineage."

My senior martial uncle asked for my help, how could I, a junior, dare to refuse?

"Uncle Xu, Senior Kurong, please come in."

After Ji Baiyi revealed a dark blue token, the guard's pupils constricted slightly, and he immediately invited the two inside.

He also sent another person to invite the auction house manager.

Inside a quaint and elegant room.

Xu Chuan and the others were sitting.

Soon two people entered: one was a middle-aged man in brocade robes, and the other followed behind him like a servant.

"White Robe, what brings you to the trading company?" the man in brocade robes said with a smile.

Although he concealed his aura, he did not hide it from Xu Chuan; he was a late-stage Golden Core cultivator.

As for the person behind him, he was at the early stage of the Golden Core realm.

"Seventh Uncle, so you're currently in charge of the auction in Xuan Yue City."

Ji Baiyi immediately bowed.

"Who are these two?"

"Seventh Uncle, let me introduce you. This is Uncle Xu, who is also the personal disciple of our grandmaster."

"His surname is Xu. Could he be the legendary array master, Xu Mingxian?"

"I dare not accept the title of Array Immortal, but I greet Fellow Daoist Ji."

"Ji Yunshui," the man in brocade said with a fist and palm salute, extremely polite.

"This is True Lord Kurong, who is also my uncle's father."

"So it's the renowned Fellow Daoist Kurong." Ji Yunshui smiled as she looked at Ji Baiyi. "The two guests you brought today are quite extraordinary."

"May this bring honor to my auction house."

"Fellow Daoist Ji, you are too kind. How could my Xu family compare with the Void Heaven Chamber of Commerce?"

"By the way, Uncle Qi, what brings you here?"

"The competition at the Xuan Yue City auction house is fierce, and we suffered considerable losses recently."

My father then put me in charge.

"Is it because of the Jinyang Trading Company?"

Ji Yunshui didn't say much, only saying, "You don't need to worry about these things."

As long as you focus on your cultivation, that will be enough.

Ji Baiyi didn't ask any further questions.

What brings you here today?

"Uncle Xu wants to trade a material with our firm."

"What materials? In Xuan Yue City, although the materials from all over Tiannan are not complete, we can still find most of them."

Ji Yunshui looked at Xu Mingxian, "My Xu family wants a Void Crystal. Does your merchant guild have any in stock?"

"Void Crystal, no wonder they came to our Void Heaven Trading Company, this item is indeed rare."

These are essential materials for crafting top-tier spatial magic treasures or teleportation arrays.

"May I ask, what does the Xu family want this material for?"

Xu Mingxian remained calm and countered, "Does the Xutian Trading Company always ask about the intended use of materials before engaging in any transaction?"

"Haha, Fellow Daoist Xu is too kind. I was just curious."

Ji Yunshui smiled and said, "I just happened to bring a piece from the Xuan Yue City branch not long ago."

It is planned to be one of the items to be auctioned by the auction house in January.

Out of respect for Bai Yi, if the Xu family wants it, Ji can naturally make a deal with them in advance.

But this item is precious; what can the Xu family offer in exchange?

Xu Mingxian frowned slightly.

When it comes to transactions involving valuable items, Xu Mingxian couldn't make decisions lightly.

Moreover, he only had a general idea of ​​the Xu family's background.

At this moment, Xu Chuan spoke up: "At what price does Fellow Daoist Ji intend to auction the Void Crystal?"

"The starting bid is 100,000 spirit stones," Ji Yunshui said.

"At this price, the final auction should yield at least twenty spirit stones, and possibly more than three hundred thousand."

Ji Yunshui was slightly startled; his estimate was about the same as Ji's.

"If my Xu family were to trade a top-grade magic weapon, would Fellow Daoist Ji be willing?"

"In terms of value, top-grade magic treasures surpass the Void Crystal, but in terms of rarity, they are far inferior."

Our Void Heaven Auction House intends to attract many interested parties with Void Crystals. However, this transaction will result in a slight loss for our guild.

Xu Chuan smiled slightly, "I understand what Fellow Daoist Ji means."

You want a replacement, or even a more attractive treasure than the Ethereal Crystal.

Your auction in January is a high-level auction, right? I've heard that your company and Jinyang Company have been constantly competing.

The purpose of holding this auction is likely to restore the Void Heaven Chamber of Commerce's standing among cultivators.

Ji Yunshui's eyes flickered slightly upon hearing this.

He nodded, which was considered an admission.

"The headquarters of the Jinyang Chamber of Commerce is located in central Tiannan, where it seems that ethereal crystals are produced."

The Jin Yang Chamber of Commerce must also have this item.

"What do you mean by that, Fellow Daoist Kurong?"

"When it comes to trading, it's all about looking around and making choices. What do you think, Fellow Daoist Ji?"

Ji Yunshui remained silent for a moment, then said, "The Jin Yang Chamber of Commerce headquarters definitely has one, but the Xuan Yue City branch might not."

Moreover, they are known for their domineering nature and sometimes even break the rules.

If the Xu family wishes to choose them, they are welcome to do so.

"Fellow Daoist Ji is quite patient, but are you sure you want to let go of such a major client as the Xu family?"

Xu Chuan smiled and looked at Ji Yunshui, "I dare to say that if I hand over these items to the Jinyang Chamber of Commerce for auction..."

They would certainly be happy to transfer the Void Crystals from headquarters to trade with Xu.

"And it seems your Void Heaven Merchant Guild's plan is going to come to nothing."

Ji Yunshui frowned, her brows furrowing into a shape resembling the character "山" (mountain).

"Fellow Daoist Kurong, are you perhaps trying to trick me?" Ji Yunshui couldn't figure it out.

At this moment, Ji Baiyi couldn't help but transmit his voice, "Seventh Uncle, it's just a Void Crystal."

Although rare, our Void Heaven Merchant Guild can still produce a few.

A transaction with the Xu family is nothing special.

Xu Mingxian is my grandmaster's direct disciple, and I value him no less than my master.

My master also spoke highly of the Xu family.

Although the Xu family's rise to prominence was short-lived, they are now only somewhat famous in the Northwest.

But in the future, it will definitely become a force renowned throughout the south.

You are also well-versed in business; you should know when to invest to make a fortune.

Ji Yunshui seemed to be awakened, and her eyes immediately lit up.

Yes.

Investing in the Xu family is the biggest business.

The Xu family has produced many outstanding talents and acts prudently, as long as they are not suddenly targeted by many top forces.

Their rise was inevitable.

Just like the investment that the Void Heaven Chamber of Commerce made in Ancestor Xuan Yue back then.

Because the Ancestor Xuan Yue owed the Xu Tian Chamber of Commerce a favor, he later saved the Chamber of Commerce from a crisis.

For a powerful figure like him, a single favor is more precious than ten pieces of ethereal crystals.

Although Xuchuan is weak, it is already showing signs of rising.

The story of Jin Dan slaying a Nascent Soul cultivator was also mentioned by some powerful figures in the Northwest.

However, since most people haven't seen it with their own eyes, they don't believe it and think it's an exaggeration.

However, the ability to fight against a Nascent Soul cultivator is widely acknowledged.

Decades later, in the Battle of the Prodigies, the Golden Core Battle Stage will open. If he participates, he is considered to have a chance to break into the top three.

"Haha, I was just joking, Fellow Daoist Kurong, please don't take offense." Ji Yunshui suddenly laughed, "The Xuan Yue Sect recognizes the potential of the Xu family."

My Void Heaven Chamber of Commerce will naturally not question this.

"If the Xu family truly desires it, I, Ji, am willing to sell it to Fellow Daoist Kurong for 100,000 spirit stones."

"I see."

Xu Chuan saw his sudden change in reaction and heard that he was being offered the Void Crystal at the lowest price.

It was clear that he wanted to do the Xu family a favor.

"Fellow Daoist Ji is too kind. In that case, my Xu family will purchase this Void Crystal for 100,000 spirit stones."

"I'll offer four more items to add some excitement to your high-level auction in January."

"Fellow Daoist Kurong wants to consign his work for auction?"

"What, Fellow Daoist Ji, do you think my Xu family can't produce anything decent?"

"Of course not."

Ji Yunshui didn't take it seriously, and then took out a brocade box from her spatial ring.

The brocade box opened automatically, revealing a fist-sized, semi-transparent, silver, octagonal crystal floating inside.

"Fellow Daoist Kurong, please look, this is the Void Crystal."

Xu Chuan looked at her for a while, then turned to look at Xu Mingxian, who nodded slightly.

Thank you.

After saying that, Xu Chuan put away the Void Crystal, took out a storage bag for himself, and handed it to Ji Yunshui.

"There are 100,000 spirit stones inside."

Then he flicked his sleeves.

Three blue, white, and yellow porcelain bottles, along with a small, wide-backed, nine-ringed dagger exuding a sinister aura, appeared in mid-air.

"These four items are the ones that my Xu family has consigned for auction. Fellow Daoist Ji, you can take a look and see what starting price is appropriate."

"Manager Wu, come and take a look."

"Yes, Young Master Yunshui."

Manager Wu began the identification process.

Xu Chuan asked with a smile, "Is there an error in the number of spirit stones?"

“How could there be a problem with what Fellow Daoist Kurong brought out?” Ji Yunshui smiled.

Without even extending their divine sense, they directly absorbed it.

After a while.

Manager Wu looked surprised. He first glanced at Xu Chuan, then clasped his hands in greeting to Ji Yunshui, saying, "Young Master Yunshui."

The three porcelain bottles all contained elixirs.

I only recognize the pills in the yellow porcelain bottle; they are three top-grade "Spirit Nourishing Pills," of extraordinary value.

As for that magic weapon, it was a high-grade demonic magic weapon, and it should have special effects.

But the time is too short, and I cannot be certain at this moment.

Ji Yunshui was immediately surprised, as Manager Wu had been engaged in the appraisal industry for half his life.

Exceptionally capable and extremely loyal.

It was only with the help of the Void Heaven Merchant Guild that he was able to break through to the Golden Core stage.

With his discerning eye, he couldn't recognize two items, and he couldn't even identify another one.

As for the "Nourishing Spirit Pill"

Ji Yunshui naturally knew that this was only a second-tier pill.

But it is exceptionally precious.

Although the Void Heaven Merchant Guild possesses some, it will only release a small amount for auction.

Three top-grade "Nourishing Spirit Pills" at once are enough to attract many Golden Core cultivators to compete fiercely.

The "Nourishing Spirit Pill" has little effect on the Golden Elixir, but who doesn't have an outstanding descendant or disciple?

"It seems I really underestimated the Xu family; the rest of their items are even more precious."

This transaction not only prevented the other party from owing the Void Sky Chamber of Commerce a favor, but on the contrary, it put our side in their shoes.

at this time.

Manager Wu clasped his hands and looked at Xu Chuan, saying, "Please enlighten me, Fellow Daoist Kurong, what kind of pills are the others?"

"I can only tell that the pill in the cyan porcelain bottle is a fourth-grade pill, while the one in the white porcelain bottle is a third-grade pill."

"Fellow Daoist Wu has exceptional insight."

Xu Chuan smiled and said, "These two pills are ancient pills, and very few people know about them nowadays."

Even over 90% of alchemists wouldn't recognize it.

He paused for a moment, then continued, "The one in the white porcelain bottle is the 'Supreme Heaven-Mending Pill'."

Its sole purpose is to repair the foundation and enhance spiritual root aptitude.

This one is of low quality, and can at most be upgraded to the level of Earth Spirit Root.

It has little effect on those with natural spiritual roots.

According to ancient records, possessing a superior-grade "Supreme Heaven-Mending Pill" can elevate one's aptitude to the level of a Heavenly Spiritual Root.

"It's actually this kind of pill!"

Manager Wu was shocked. "I have only heard of some secret methods that can improve aptitude."

"To think that a single pill could achieve this is the first time I've ever heard of such a thing."

Ji Yunshui and Ji Baiyi were equally shocked.

"It's a pity there's only one, and it's only a low-grade pill. If it were a high-grade one, I wouldn't be willing to give it up."

"This pill is of immeasurable value to those who need it," Manager Wu remarked.

"What about the other one?" Ji Baiyi asked curiously.

"This is the 'Mysterious Nether Pill,' a mid-grade quality pill that my Xu family found by chance in an ancient secret realm."

Its function is to assist cultivators who have reached the Golden Core stage in breaking through to the Nascent Soul stage.

"An opportunity to form a Nascent Soul?!"

Ji Yunshui exclaimed in surprise, her whole body springing up instantly.

"It's not that exaggerated."

Xu Chuan waved his hand and laughed, "It only has a miraculous effect on Golden Core cultivators with ordinary aptitude."

If one is a prodigy who has perfected their understanding of supernatural powers, they have a greater than 50% chance of breaking through the Golden Core barrier.

For them, the tribulation of inner demons is the true tribulation of the Nascent Soul stage.

"That's true, but I don't know how many ordinary Golden Core cultivators are stuck at the peak and unable to advance any further."

Many Golden Elixir cultivators, even after a lifetime, cannot comprehend their supernatural powers to a great extent, let alone achieve perfection.

Ji Yunshui gave a wry smile.

"This is my Ji family."

At this point, Ji Yunshui suddenly stopped and laughed, "I'm being a bit sentimental."

"Let me introduce the last magical artifact, which is my spoils of war."

The magical artifact is called "Soul Slayer," and its nine rings resonate together, capable of shaking the souls of others and affecting them.

It is a very good high-grade magic treasure.

Its value even surpasses that of a typical high-grade defensive magic item.

“Magic treasures that can affect the soul are indeed rare,” Manager Wu agreed. “Their value is indeed above that of defensive magic treasures.”

"It might fetch over 400,000 spirit stones at auction."

Manager Wu looked at Ji Yunshui, wanting her to make a decision.

Ji Yunshui regained his composure. "Fellow Daoist Kurong is truly generous."

Mr. Ji had no choice but to believe what you had said before.

If these appear at Jinyang Auction House's high-end auctions.

Perhaps my Void Heaven Chamber of Commerce really cannot reverse the disadvantage.

Even if it were possible, the cost would be much higher, making it a losing proposition.

Xu Chuan smiled slightly.

"Fellow Daoist Kurong, are you really willing to consign these four items to my auction house?"

"I was already planning to get rid of these things, and today was just a coincidence."

Fellow Daoist Ji, since you sold the Void Crystal to my Xu family at a starting price of 100,000.

My Xu family will naturally reciprocate.

Thank you.

Ji Yunshui cupped his hands in greeting.

He was under considerable pressure when he came to Xuan Yue City to take charge.

But Xu Chuan's intervention greatly reduced the pressure on him.

In particular, the "Xuanming Pill" is worthy of being the grand finale item of their high-level auction.

This can already be considered a fortunate opportunity to achieve infancy.

This gimmick is enough to attract Nascent Soul cultivators from the entire Xuan Yue Prefecture, and even from the surrounding areas.

As for the "Zanpakuto" sword, it also deserves to be the grand finale due to its ability to influence the soul.

"By the way, I wonder if Fellow Daoist Kurong has any requirements for the transaction of these four items he consigned for auction?"

Xu Chuan said, "If the spirit stones are insufficient, spirit herbs and other materials can be used as substitutes."

As for other elixirs, magical treasures, and magical artifacts, that won't work.

“That’s acceptable,” Ji Yunshui said, “given Fellow Daoist Kurong’s intervention.”

Mr. Ji can decide to waive the auction handling fee.

All proceeds from the auction of the items belong to you, fellow Daoist.

If you are not in a hurry to return, you can stay in Xuan Yue City for a month and leave after the auction ends.

"Right on my mind."

The transaction is complete.

Ji Baiyi then returned to the Xuan Yue Sect to continue his secluded cultivation.

Ji Yunshui immediately ordered people to spread the news that a Nascent Soul opportunity would appear at the auction.

The news immediately caused a sensation in Xuan Yue City.

"The Void Heaven Merchant Guild is really generous. When was the last time a Nascent Soul formation opportunity appeared in Xuan Yue City?"

"Whether it was 60 years ago or 100 years ago, I can't quite remember."

"I had long heard about the battle between the two major merchant guilds, Xutian and Jinyang, but I never expected that Xutian would be willing to offer such a precious item."

"I wonder what this opportunity to form a Nascent Soul is?"

Xuan Yue City, Jin Yang Chamber of Commerce Branch.

The chamber of commerce leaders were all shocked to hear this.

"Manager Qian, what should our Jinyang Chamber of Commerce do? Should you also apply to headquarters for an opportunity to achieve Nascent Soul?"

"You think the opportunity to form a Nascent Soul is as common as cabbage!"

Manager Qian angrily retorted, "The sect doesn't even have enough to distribute within its own ranks, how could it possibly put it up for auction?"

"You don't need to worry about this matter. I'm going back to the central region. In the meantime, you continue to keep an eye on the Void Heaven Chamber of Commerce."

Let's see what they do!

"Yes, Manager Qian."

a few days later.

Upon his return, Manager Qian decided to temporarily avoid confrontation and cancel the high-level auction held by the Jinyang Chamber of Commerce.

If they were to confront each other head-on, the Jinyang Chamber of Commerce would likely suffer significant losses.

Xu Chuan stayed in Xuan Yue City for a month.

Before they knew it, the day of the opening of the Void Heaven Auction House arrived.

Many Golden Core cultivators, and even more than ten Nascent Soul cultivators, arrived, as did Foundation Establishment cultivators.

However, they were all top Foundation Establishment families from within Xuan Yue City who had been invited.

Many of them came from families that produced Golden Elixir cultivators.

This high-level auction offers opportunities not only for Nascent Soul formation and affinity, but also for Core Formation.

Xu Chuan and Xu Mingxian were seated in a private room.

The auction began with a mid-grade defensive magic item called "Heavenly Armor Shield".

"This magical artifact is very special, and it has two forms."

One form is the shield, which is what we see now.

The second form is armor; with sufficient magical power, it can be activated to form a celestial armor.

According to our Void Heaven Auction House's tests, only those with perfected Golden Core cultivation can form the Heavenly Armor.

Although it is somewhat demanding, high-grade defensive magic treasures are not common for Golden Core cultivators.

For a cultivator at the peak of the Golden Core stage, having such a special mid-grade defensive magic treasure is sufficient.

Transforming into armor mode reduces the need for mental control.

This alone is enough to attract a lot of competition for Golden Core cultivation.

"Buying one 'Heavenly Armor Shield' is equivalent to buying two defensive magic items."

Armor-type magical artifacts are relatively rare.

If any fellow Daoist were to purchase it, it would be absolutely worth the price.

The starting bid for this item is 50,000 spirit stones, and each bid must be at least 5,000 spirit stones higher.

The auction has begun!

The words fell.

From the private rooms came the sounds of bidding.

Xu Chuan was in VIP room number six.

Xu Mingxian said, "Father, this magic weapon is indeed excellent. Both its design and conception are ingenious."

It was perhaps crafted by a fourth-tier weapon refiner.

Xu Chuan nodded. "Multiple forms and transformations, that's a great idea. I'll give Deling a hint when I get back, and she can try it out."

Although the two were interested in it, they had no intention of bidding against it.

Ultimately, the "Heavenly Armor Shield" was auctioned off to someone in Box 9 for 240,000 low-grade spirit stones.

This price is comparable to that of a typical high-grade magic weapon.

This is normal, as some special magical artifacts are indeed far more valuable than those of the same level.

If you take the "Purple Flame Pouch" in Xu Mingxuan's possession and trade it with a hegemonic power, you will definitely be able to exchange it for a top-tier magic weapon.

Even top-tier defensive magic weapons.

Unfortunately, the Xu family had no shortage of magical treasures; they were only interested in rare spiritual herbs and materials.

After the first minor climax.

Next came the auction of spirit herbs and third-tier materials, as well as third-tier pills, artifacts, and array symbols.

The auction for one of the mid-grade "Golden Core Pills" was far more intense than the initial auction for the "Heavenly Armor Shield".

More than 80% of the Golden Core cultivators participated in the competition.

The final price of this pill is 185,000 spirit stones.

Xu Chuan thought to himself, "As expected, the auction of items is still limited by the purchasing power of the region."

This is the price of a mid-grade "Golden Elixir".

"The one I took out back then, if auctioned here, would probably fetch over two hundred thousand."

As for the materials for a "Golden Elixir".

If you were to buy it, it would cost tens of thousands of spirit stones.

However, not all third-tier alchemists possess alchemy skills like Xu Chuan's.

It often takes two or three batches to successfully refine it.

They might only be able to refine two or three pills, and occasionally a high-grade pill might be produced.

Xu Chuan began to look forward to seeing what price the "Mysterious Nether Pill" would fetch at auction.

(End of this chapter)