While in Battle Through the Heavens, one can pre-appoint oneself as an emperor.

Chapter 91 Quiet, I'm thinking! (4/3)

A new day begins, and the city of Utan welcomes a hot topic.

Shocking, the waste of the Xiao family was broken off by the woman, the Ice Emperor Hai Bodong and the patriarch Tengshan of the Miter family appeared together, as well as the hot man who made the Oba family disappear overnight.

Thanks to information leaked by some members of the Xiao family, the people of Wutan City have countless topics of conversation today.

Inside the Mittel auction house.

The individuals who were the subject of much discussion, however, seemed completely unconcerned.

Chen Xiao summoned Ya Fei, who was both useful and pretty, but whose strength was practically zero.

"Spread the word, and our long-awaited auction will officially begin in half a month."

Ya Fei looked up and saw that Hai Bodong and Teng Shan beside her showed no displeasure at Chen Xiao's decision, and she immediately understood.

This person's status in the hearts of the two people with the highest positions in the family is probably even higher than she expected!

Without hesitation, Consort Ya bowed slightly and accepted the order.

After Ya Fei left, Hai Bodong withdrew his gaze and then casually said, "Chen Xiao, I remember that in a few months, you'll be an adult, right?"

Cultivators generally develop their bodies and even their minds much faster than ordinary people.

Therefore, in the Dou Qi Continent, sixteen years old is considered the age of adulthood, and families with some status and position will hold coming-of-age ceremonies for this purpose.

Chen Xiao glanced at Hai Bodong, not understanding his meaning.

This True Lord doesn't seem like the type to be bored enough to hold a coming-of-age ceremony for him.

"About six months more."

"That's indeed very fast. After adulthood, there are more and more things to consider. You need to improve your strength, continue your bloodline, and even pass on your legacy. Just thinking about it gives me a headache."

Looking at Hai Bodong's astonished face, Chen Xiao roughly understood.

This old guy probably wants to try a different approach to make his relationship with the Mittel family even closer.

For example, having a baby or something.

"Why bother with these things? I actually quite like what Ziyan said before: 'Worry about tomorrow's problems tomorrow. Today's sun can only be felt today. Just think three steps ahead for each step you take. There's no need to think too far ahead.'"

Zi Yan, who was fiddling with the medicine bottle, looked on in confusion.

Did I say that?

Moreover, what Chen Xiao said was completely different from what she knew.

Hai Bodong laughed heartily, realizing Chen Xiao's polite refusal, and immediately gave up the idea.

"That's true. Putting that aside, the fact that you brought out so many things this time and made Wutan City so lively..."

"It can't really just be dealing with spoils, can it? We're on the same side now. If you need anything, just let us know."

Chen Xiao's heart skipped a beat. "There are indeed some other purposes. If Elder Hai is interested, the auction will be held in half a month."

Why don't you act as my shill?

Although the Xiao family is now several times stronger, in reality, it's still just so-so.

As for the other families, their purchasing power would be even lower.

Under these circumstances, after being pressured by other auction items, they probably won't bother with the incomplete map anymore, making it very easy for Xiao Yan and his disciples to bid for it.

Although Chen Xiao's fragment of the map was bait, offered at a special promotional price, it shouldn't be allowed to be obtained too easily by Xiao Yan and his disciples.

More or less, we still have to squeeze something out.

"Me, a shill? That's quite an interesting thing. Although shills aren't uncommon in auctions, it would be too embarrassing for others to know my identity. I'll find you another one. In a few days, the person who delivers the medicinal herbs to Ziyan will definitely arrive. They'll be at least at the Dou Ling level, which should be enough for you."

Hai Bodong waved his hands repeatedly, unable to bring himself to do it.

However, he was indeed very perceptive, and he guessed it from Chen Xiao's few words.

This shill can't be too low-class.

"Okay, that makes it more realistic."

Chen Xiao nodded slightly. Although Hai Bodong concealed his aura and disguised his appearance, very few people could recognize him, but Yao Chen would definitely be able to sense him.

Upon closer reflection, he really isn't suitable.

The Xiao family.

The three elders were all smiles as they looked at the large stack of auction lists and catalogs that Ya Fei had personally delivered.

Look, this is the display of the largest family in Wutan City!

They had all heard what Ya Fei had just said: even the Jia Lie family and the Mittel Auction House had only sent someone to notify them.

"All the items for this auction are listed in the catalog. The auction is scheduled for half a month from now. Clan Chief Xiao Zhan and all the elders can take a look and see if there is anything they like. Ya Fei has other important matters to attend to, so she will take her leave now."

After seeing Ya Fei off, Xiao Zhan and the three elders each picked up a picture book to look at.

Soon, heavy breathing sounds came from their mouths and noses.

"A mid-level Xuan-rank cultivation technique must not fall into the hands of the Jialie family. My Xiao family currently holds the absolute initiative; we only need to slowly erode their power to swallow them up. This technique might be the Jialie family's hope for a comeback. The difference between having one more and one less is enormous!"

"And this Soul-Scattering Sand can threaten a Great Dou Master. We must take it down and not give the Jia Lie family any hope!"

We can add another trump card!

The three elders, one after another, became increasingly interested as they looked around, and kept suggesting what they should prioritize acquiring.

Xiao Zhan only made a rough estimate before feeling a headache coming on. If he wanted to buy all the auction items he liked, the Xiao family would probably have to bleed a lot of money.

If that's the case, his desire to film something for Xiao Yan will likely face even stronger criticism.

Xiao Zhan glanced at the list of pills and their descriptions, and his brows furrowed.

Cleansing Meridian Pill: A second-grade pill that cleanses the meridians and has a remarkable effect on those with blocked meridians!

Although this pill wasn't particularly suitable for Xiao Yan's condition, Xiao Zhan was now desperate and grasping at straws.

He's willing to try anything as long as there's hope.

"You all take a look first. Distribute these picture books to the younger generation so they can broaden their horizons. There are so many, one for each person is enough."

After leaving those words behind, Xiao Zhan picked up a few picture albums and headed to the backyard.

At this moment, Xiao Yan is cultivating with his eyes closed.

Since Yao Chen appeared last night, he has finally understood the culprit behind his declining strength over the past three years. Heaven knows how angry he was at the time.

Fortunately, after Yao Chen's persuasion and assurances, Xiao Yan gradually calmed down and, in the end, under Yao Chen's enticement, became Yao Chen's disciple.

The title of "alchemist" carries immense prestige.

Xiao Yan also felt that since the die was cast, he might as well agree to Yao Chen's wishes and get more benefits first. As for any feelings, he had none at all.

At least for now, that's how it is; Xiao Yan's resentment hasn't completely dissipated yet.

Sitting cross-legged on the bed, feeling the Dou Qi entering his body would never disappear for no reason again, Xiao Yan was completely absorbed.

This feeling is something I haven't felt in so long!

Suddenly, there was a knock on the door.

Xiao Yan jumped off the bed, went over to open the door, and saw Xiao Zhan standing outside with a few auction catalogs.

"Father, why did you come so early?"

"Ya Fei just brought over the auction catalog. I saw a pill in it that might be useful to you, so I came to tell you this good news. Perhaps you will be able to recover in a while. It will take a while for the auction catalog to be distributed, so I'll take a copy for you to look at first."

Hearing this, Xiao Yan felt a slight lump in his throat.

In recent years, Xiao Zhan and his two older brothers have sacrificed so much for him, and they have also had to constantly take care of his emotions.

The comfort and encouragement never ceased.

"Thank you, Father. I have a feeling I'll be able to recover this time!"

Taking a deep breath, Xiao Yan did not immediately tell Xiao Zhan that he was able to cultivate normally. He planned to give Xiao Zhan a surprise and try to reach the fourth level of Dou power before the auction started, and then tell him all at once.

"Yes, that's what I think too. You should rest first. The auction will start in half a month. You can go and have a look then, broaden your horizons, and get some fresh air."

Patting Xiao Yan on the shoulder, Xiao Zhan left the album and left.

Xiao Yan stood at the door, scratching his head.

With only half a month left, is it really possible to recover to the fourth level of fighting power?

Sensing Xiao Yan's lack of confidence, Yao Chen, hidden in his storage ring, knew it.

It's time to show off my skills!

He needs to convince Xiao Yan to truly regard him as his teacher.

And today is the first step.

"It might be impossible for others to recover to the fourth level of Dou power in half a month, but for an alchemist, anything is possible!"

"Okay, please continue."

Xiao Yan gave a perfunctory response to Yao Chen, who suddenly appeared, while his eyes were fixed on the auction catalog in his hand. He was pretending to provoke Yao Chen, but without seeing any real benefit, he was only half-convinced by Yao Chen's self-praise last night.

Yao Chen could easily see through his little scheme, but he didn't care. This time, he had planned to show off anyway.

"Hehe, I have a Foundation Establishment Elixir that can greatly accelerate the cultivation of the Battle Power stage. You once condensed the Battle Qi Cyclone, and now you are just going through it again. With the help of the Foundation Establishment Elixir, your cultivation speed will only be faster."

Xiao Yan was secretly delighted, but he remained outwardly calm, pretending to look at the picture book in his hand.

Yao Chen chuckled and snatched the booklet away.

"Stop pretending, kid. Today I'll show you the skills of an alchemist. Go and prepare three complete Purple Leaf Orchids, the older the better. Also, two Bone Cleansing Flowers, the age doesn't matter. Oh, right, and a level one wood-type magic core."

As he was speaking, Yao Chen suddenly paused, staring at the atlas in his hand with sharp eyes.

Xiao Yan was carefully memorizing when he suddenly stopped talking, so he looked up.

"Anything else?"

"Quiet, I'm thinking!"