Battle Through the Heavens, Reborn as Xiao Yan's Sister

Chapter 18 Underground Entrance
early morning,

Xiao Yue continued her cultivation in her secluded courtyard atop the back mountain, as always.

Yesterday, her younger brother seemed to have finally broken free from his older sister's shadow, regained his lost confidence, and has now embarked on a new cultivation journey under the tutelage of the self-proclaimed number one alchemist on the continent.

She was very pleased about this.
“Having ambition is a good thing…” Xiao Yue thought to herself as she sat cross-legged on the mountaintop.

in fact,

She also longed for someone of her generation in this world to compete with her. In her previous life, she was fortunate to have that guy in purple clothes as a companion; otherwise, the path of martial arts would have been too lonely.

"here we go again…"

A hint of helplessness flashed in Xiao Yue's eyes.
On the mountainside at the edge of the cliff, a slender, purple figure leaped gracefully, like an elf.

"Sister Yue'er!"

Xiao Xun'er lightly touched the rock with her toes, and like a purple butterfly, her graceful figure drew an alluring arc as she lightly leaped to the top of the mountain. With her head slightly tilted, her gaze immediately swept over the red-clad, silver-haired figure on the edge of the cliff.

Do you want me to take you shopping again?

Xiao Yue said with a light laugh,
As she finished speaking, she stretched out her long, slender, fair fingers and pinched the other girl's delicate little face. She had always liked this cute little girl who had grown up from a young age.

This intimate gesture made Xiao Xun'er's eyes crinkle into shallow crescents, and cute dimples appeared on her cheeks. She took Xiao Yue's arm and said sweetly, "Sister Yue'er promised last time that she would take me out to play when she came back, so you can't go back on your word."

“Yes, I also need to go to the Mittel Auction House…” Xiao Yue nodded in agreement.

Saying,

Feeling the warm, soft touch of her elbow, she couldn't help but look down at the girl's slightly developing breasts.

The girl had long, straight, waist-length black hair, and white stockings that perfectly encased her slender, shapely legs. Her beautiful, slightly immature curves exuded vitality and an alluring youthful charm.

That little girl in the purple princess dress from back then has grown into such a beautiful and charming young woman...

"What is Sister Yue'er thinking about?"

Xiao Xun'er tilted her head and asked with some confusion.

"nothing…"

shook his head,

Xiao Yue wondered if it was just her imagination, but the little girl seemed a bit too clingy to her.

"You look beautiful today..." Xiao Yue said, never stingy with such praise and affection.

"I'm going out with Sister Yue'er, so I'm really flattered. Of course I have to dress up nicely..." Xiao Xun'er said playfully.

On the way down the mountain,

They also encountered some members of the clan, who couldn't help but show strange expressions after seeing Xiao Xun'er chatting and laughing intimately with her.

This duo, with their beauty and talent, are the two most dazzling pearls of the younger generation in the family. Although they appear gentle and amiable in the family, there is a hidden indifference beneath their faint smiles. It is easy to greet them, but it is difficult to get close to them and have a good chat.

The clansmen who passed by the mansion did not dare to neglect them and all bowed and greeted them.

Xiao Yue nodded in return for each greeting. Although the two were usually somewhat aloof, there was no arrogance in their demeanor.

that's it,
Xiao Yue led Xun'er directly out of the family compound, then slowed down and leisurely strolled along the bustling street.

Utan City has a permanent population of several hundred thousand, and it can be as crowded as a million people when it's in a busy time. It is extremely popular. Although it is scorching hot now, the streets are still teeming with people, and you can even see some strange races from time to time.

Perhaps due to Xiao Yue's company, Xiao Xun'er became much more lively after leaving the family. She constantly darted around in front of the various stalls, and her light, cheerful laughter brought a touch of coolness to the streets under the scorching sun.

Temir Auction House

They are based in the largest auction house in Utan City and also belong to the Temir family, the wealthiest family in the Gama Empire.

In the Gama Empire, the Mittel family is probably the wealthiest.

This family has a long history, having developed in the Jia Ma Empire for hundreds of years. Their relationships are intricate and complex. Today, they are known as the three major families of the Jia Ma Empire, along with the Nalan family and the Mu family. They have a presence in the empire's business, military, and other sectors, and their influence is considerable.

Led by a maid, Xiao Yue and Xiao Xun'er entered the ongoing auction. The auction hall was large and could easily accommodate hundreds or thousands of people.

Once inside,
The bright surroundings suddenly darkened, and a cacophony of noise filled the air, causing Xiao Xun'er, who preferred quiet, to furrow her brows slightly.

"What, you don't like the atmosphere here?"

Xiao Yue smiled.

Hearing this, Xiao Xun'er nodded. She preferred spending time alone with her sister to a noisy environment.

"Sister Yue'er, what are we doing here?" Xiao Xun'er asked curiously.

"You'll see soon enough. I'll take you somewhere fun later..." Xiao Yue said with a light laugh.

After saying that, she leaned back lazily in her chair, waiting for the auction to end. Judging from her appearance, this was clearly not her first time here.

at this time,

Under the lights in the center of the auction hall, a beautiful woman in a red dress was explaining the function of the items in her hands to everyone in the room in a charming and seductive voice that made one's bones feel numb.

Amid the woman's sweet and tender voice, the price of the item, which was not too rare, was rising at a scorching pace.

Ya Fei, the chief auctioneer of the Mittel Auction House, is a beauty almost everyone in Utan City knows. Her mature and charming style has made many men fall at her feet.

"Sister Yue'er, you wouldn't have come all this way just for that woman, would you..." Xiao Xun'er blinked, a hint of jealousy rising in her heart.

……

Soon,
The auction had already ended.
As the curtain fell on the auction stage, the alluring auctioneer in the red dress slowly left the scene with a charming smile, and the people in the room gradually got up and left.

quickly,

The auction, which had been bustling just moments before, had almost completely deserted, leaving the venue quiet and deserted. However, a few people remained seated, seemingly waiting for something.

Xiao Yue did not choose to leave. She flicked her fingers, and two masks and two pitch-black cloaks appeared in her hands.

Under Xiao Xun'er's questioning gaze, Xiao Yue chuckled and said:
"Put on the mask and cloak..."

Although I don't understand
But Xiao Xun'er obediently did as she was told.

Immediately afterwards, the originally bright auction hall seemed to darken under the influence of a strange magic circle.

"Bang!"

at the same time,

The floor in the center of the auction stage slowly cracked open amidst a low, metallic scraping sound, revealing a stepped passage leading into the ground—a hidden underground entrance!

Upon seeing this scene, Xiao Xun'er, dressed in a black robe and wearing a mask, couldn't help but feel a hint of confusion on her pretty face. However, with her quick wit, she soon understood what was going on.

(End of this chapter)