Start flat, cut off the wife of the five-star empress

Zi Cuiling nodded, "Moreover, we can also invite representatives from other forces to participate in the auction to show our influence and confidence."

Su Liyan smiled slightly, "This is a good idea."

“We can invite representatives from the Feng Family and the Ghost Sect to show them our partnership with the Black Flame Sect.”

"This will not only surprise them, but also make them expect more from us."

When Zi Xier and Zi Cuiling heard Su Liyan's plan, a glimmer of excitement flashed in their eyes.

They all knew that this plan was a good opportunity for the Ziyun family to expand their influence at this auction.

"Then let's use this plan as a basis and start preparing for the auction."

Su Liyan stood up and sorted out the maps and documents. "I will go to the dense forest to investigate the movements of the Blood Moon Sect and the Ghost Sect. You will be responsible for inviting representatives and preparing other matters."

Zi Xier and Zi Cuiling both nodded.

They are all full of expectations for the future and believe that this auction will bring a turning point for the Ziyun family.

Lu Yuan stepped into the forbidden forest, his heart filled with worry and tension.

He knew that the laws of this forest were completely different from those of the outside world, and his abilities might be limited.

However, in order to protect himself and Su Liyan's safety, he decided to go deep into the core of the forest.

As he moved forward, Lu Yuan discovered that his perception skills were suppressed and he was unable to see the situation around him.

Although he felt a little confused, he was not discouraged. He knew that he could still rely on magic and swordsmanship to protect himself.

Lu Yuan carefully observed the surrounding environment and found that the rules here were completely different from common sense and full of countless risks.

Suddenly, he felt his strength drop sharply. It turned out that tiny creatures were sucking his energy.

He immediately began to investigate and discovered that these creatures were living in his clothes and could not be driven away by ordinary means.

So, Lu Yuan activated the Tiangang Thunder and Fire Sword and released the power of thunder and fire.

Lightning gathered in his hands and instantly struck the parasitic creatures, turning them into ashes.

At the same time, he also revealed that the fog in the forest was actually made up of these creatures.

Lu Yuan continued to go deeper into the forbidden forest, secretly alert in his heart.

He knew the danger here was not over and he had to remain highly alert.

Suddenly, a ghostly laugh was heard, making Lu Yuan's heart tighten.

He turned around and saw a dark shadow emerging from the mist, suspended in mid-air.

The black shadow was none other than Hong Lietian, the leader of the Nether Soul Sect.

"Lu Yuan, you are here as expected."

"I knew you would come here a long time ago. It seems that you care a lot about the Ziyun family's affairs."

Hong Lietian smiled grimly.

Lu Yuan frowned slightly and tightly grasped the Thunder and Fire Sword in his hand.

He was not shaken by Hong Lietian's words, he knew that the other party was not a good person.

"Hong Lietian, what is your purpose?"

"Why are you so obsessed with the Ziyun family?"

Lu Yuan asked, a cold light flashing in his eyes.

A sneer appeared on Hong Lietian's lips, with a sinister light flashing in his eyes.

"Lu Yuan, you don't need to care why I am interested in the Ziyun Family."

"As long as you hand over Su Liyan obediently, I can let you go."

Lu Yuan sneered, "Hong Lietian, you overestimate yourself."

"I'm not so easily intimidated."

Hong Lietian's eyes became even colder, "Well, since you are unwilling to hand over Su Liyan, I will make you regret it!"

After saying that, the ghostly aura on Hong Lietian's body burst out, and ghostly figures rushed out from him and attacked Lu Yuan. Lu Yuan's heart tightened, and he immediately activated the Tiangang Beidou Formation.

The Five Elements of Escape unfolded around him, forming a solid defensive barrier.

The ghosts crashed into the defensive barrier, letting out shrill screams.

But Lu Yuan did not dare to be careless. He held the Thunder and Fire Sword tightly and used his magic to attack the ghosts.

The Thunder and Fire Sword flashed in his hand, and streaks of lightning struck the ghosts, turning them into ashes.

Lu Yuan's movements were agile and swift. He shuttled among the ghosts like a flash of lightning, destroying them one by one.

When Hong Lietian saw the ghosts being defeated by Lu Yuan, he released even more powerful ghost power in anger.

The ghosts turned into black whirlwinds and swept towards Lu Yuan.

Lu Yuan's face was solemn, he knew that this was Hong Lietian's last trick.

He used all his strength to activate his magic, and the Thunder and Fire Sword turned into lightning bolts that intertwined with the black whirlwind.

The fierce battle lasted for a while, and finally Lu Yuan successfully defeated Hong Lietian with his persistence and strength.

After being repelled, Hong Lietian disappeared into the mist of the forbidden forest.

Lu Yuan continued to go deeper into the forbidden forest, his eyes constantly searching the surrounding environment.

He moved forward cautiously, alert to any traps and enemies that might appear.

The remains of many monks were scattered in the wilderness, which made him more alert.

He realized that he might have strayed into some kind of trap or intricate illusion.

"This forbidden forest is really tricky."

Lu Yuan was secretly alert and turned around to find the way back.

Just then, a burst of tiny sounds was heard.

Lu Yuan immediately stopped and looked around vigilantly.

Suddenly, several strange creatures jumped out from the bushes, with fierce eyes, and pounced towards Lu Yuan.

“These guys don’t look simple.”

A sneer appeared on Lu Yuan's lips, and the thunder and fire sword in his hand flashed with electric light.

He activated the Tiangang Thunder and Fire Sword, and lightning gathered in his hands.

Bolts of lightning and sword energy instantly struck those creatures, turning them into ashes.

Lu Yuan's movements were agile and accurate, and his swordsmanship was as fast as lightning, defeating his enemies one by one.

As the battle progressed, Lu Yuan noticed that these creatures seemed to be a special kind of plant from the bushes.

He realized that the bushes might be part of a trap, but instead of being deterred, he became more alert.

Lu Yuan set out again and came to an open area.

The scene before him shocked him because he found a familiar trace.

The footprints left on the ground were clearly visible, and he knew that they were Su Liyan's traces.

"Su Liyan should have gone to a higher place to look for a breakthrough."

Lu Yuan speculated secretly in his mind and quickened his pace to follow.

Not long after, Lu Yuan arrived at the foot of a high mountain.

The mountains are steep and covered with dense trees and lush vines.

He looked up and saw a bright light flashing on the top of the mountain.

"That should be where Su Liyan is."

Lu Yuan's heart moved, and he took a step forward and started climbing.

He used his body skills to flexibly shuttle between branches and vines. Although the journey was difficult, he was not discouraged. (End of this chapter)