Only after becoming emperor did he realize he was in a fantasy world of immortal cultivation.

"My surname is Mo. I am here to host this grand event on behalf of the auction house." Old Mo's gaze slowly swept across the entire room, showing neither joy nor sorrow. "Thank you all for coming to Wanbao Auction House."

"The rules are simple: the highest bidder wins, and spirit stones or equivalent spirit materials appraised by our firm are acceptable. Once the auction is concluded, a contract will be drawn up, and the payment and goods will be settled in the back hall of this building."

"Please remain quiet and refrain from any disturbances. Anyone who causes trouble, disrupts our professional practices, or spoils your enjoyment will have Wanbao Auction House and its ten affiliated markets permanently closed."

The last sentence was still spoken in a plain tone, but the resolute meaning it contained made those who knew the weight of the matter look more solemn.

Wanbao Auction House has been able to stand firm for many years, accumulating treasures from all over the world and welcoming guests from all directions. Its profound foundation and strict rules are by no means empty words.

The lighting in the hall subtly changed, with more concentrated beams of light enveloping the auction stage, making it resemble a bright pearl standing alone in the dark depths of the sea.

Through the large, carved round window of the private room, Lin Yuan could clearly see the neatly arranged seating area below, which resembled a chessboard, gradually being filled with the figures of cultivators. He could also see the shadowy figures in some private rooms opposite and to the side.

Gong Yi whispered to Lin Yuan, "Elder Mo personally took action today; it's truly extraordinary. He's a veteran of Wanbao Trading Company, having handled countless rare treasures. He has extremely high standards, and ordinary items can't persuade him to do anything."

Lin Yuan nodded slightly, his gaze still fixed on the stage. Then, Elder Mo finished his announcement and flicked his sleeve.

On either side of the auction stage, four elegant maids dressed in moon-white gauze dresses, carrying dark trays covered with crimson brocade, emerged from behind the stage with light, cloud-like steps and stood on either side.

Old Mo said no more and his gaze fell on the first tray.

"The auction begins."

"The first item up for auction—"

The moment he finished speaking, the brocade on the tray of the first maid on the left silently slipped off.

A sharp, cold light, like autumn water, accompanied by a clear, melodious sound, suddenly burst forth, instantly attracting the attention of everyone present.

With a slight lift of his sleeve, the cold light, like a swallow returning to its nest, gently landed in his palm.

Only then did everyone realize that it was a dagger about seven inches long.

The dagger is long and narrow with smooth lines, and its entire body is a deep dark silver color, while the edge of the blade is filled with a line of incomparably sharp silver light, with occasional flashes of fine, electric-like spiritual patterns.

"The first item up for auction, a mid-grade magic weapon—'Nether Tide'." Elder Mo's voice rang out steadily, each word clearly resounding throughout the entire hall. "This dagger is made primarily of 'Hundred-Year Spirit Iron,' incorporating the fangs of a second-level demon beast, and was personally forged by the renowned weapon-refining master, Master Mo Yan."

Upon hearing the name "Master Moyan," a few low murmurs arose in the hall.

"Master Mo Yan?"

"Who is it? I've never heard of them."

"Whoever it is, to be recognized by Wanbao Auction House, must be a master of weapon crafting."

"Well said. Besides, look at this dagger; if it weren't for a master's intervention, how could it possibly..."

Inside the private room.

Lin Yuan paused almost imperceptibly in the teacup he was holding.

He could not be mistaken about that dagger—it was the one he had forged.

However, since he sold it to Baibaozhai, he wouldn't be surprised to see the dagger anywhere else.

only......

Master Moyan?

Lin Yuan couldn't help but twitch his lips.

Why did you give him such an awful name?

At this moment, Elder Mo's voice rang out again: "The dagger has two characteristics: First, the blade itself has a 'wind-breaking' effect, which can weaken the opponent's protective aura and low-level shields when activated; second, the spiritual energy fluctuations of the dagger are extremely restrained, and if accompanied by appropriate concealment techniques, it is an excellent weapon for stealthy assassination. Starting bid: nine hundred spirit stones, with each bid increment not less than fifty."

After the introduction, Elder Mo said no more and gently placed the Dark Tide Dagger back on the tray in the maid's hands.

The dark silver dagger appeared even more mysterious and profound under the warm glow of the jade platform.