Douluo Continent: The Martial Soul Tu Shan Su Su, a tangled web of fate.

Chapter 96 The Murderer?

Lin Jiuxuan frowned, her heart filled with doubt.

Isn't that my spendthrift grandfather?

What's the story behind this family heirloom?

How did it end up at an auction?

"Old Lu? Do you know what's going on?"

Old Lu frowned, his usually smiling face now filled with confusion.

"Your Highness certainly has a wide range of interests, but I have never heard of the Flowing Cloud Jade Core."

"Perhaps, there really is such a thing!"

Lin Jiuxuan had indeed heard quite a bit about her spendthrift grandfather.

He can only be described as a complete spendthrift; it's hard to say for sure!

"Flowing Cloud Jade Core, starting bid: 2 Gold Soul Coins!"

The auctioneer's voice echoed through the auction hall, and the jade core, resembling emerald, looked particularly alluring on the screen.

Lin Jiuxuan's gaze was drawn to the jade core.

He wasn't doing it for collecting.

Rather, it's because this jade core can aid in cultivation, and such treasures are extremely rare.

Without hesitation, he pressed the bidding button.

"VIP No. 11, price increase of 1!" the white-haired host shouted hoarsely.

"The Flowing Cloud Jade Core is a supreme treasure for aiding cultivation. Whether used personally or passed down as a family heirloom, it is an invaluable item."

However, the scene was unusually quiet, with no one bidding at all!

"Tch, what a fool with all their money! They dare to buy such an ominous item? Don't they have a death wish?"

"Hey, who was the last buyer?"

"The former tycoon of Tiandou City, the owner of Yuchun Pavilion, disappeared without a trace after Yuchun Pavilion went bankrupt!"

"What a disaster! It's said that the vengeful spirit of Duke Baishan is attached to it, and anyone who takes over will lose all their wealth! This is the twelfth one? And there are still fools taking it on."

The discussions were tinged with a hint of schadenfreude.

The VIP area, designated as "A", is located on the 5th floor, below which are areas B, C, D, and the lobby.

The VIP area has a soundproof soul guide device, so Lin Jiuxuan couldn't hear it.

He could hear everything clearly in the hall, and was wondering why there were no bids when he heard this, his face instantly turned dark.

Is being a spendthrift in relationships contagious?

And the source was his own grandfather?

But this isn't Uncle Nine's world, is it? Where's the talk of ghosts and fortune?

Congratulations to guest number 11 (甲字11号)!

Before Lin Jiuxuan could react, the white-haired host had already impatiently struck the auction gavel.

As if afraid of being too slow and ending up with a bad deal.

"Old Lu, why didn't you remind me?"

Lin Jiuxuan seemed to complain.

"There are just too many rumors circulating about the Duke; surely they might not be true?"

There was a hint of guilt in Lao Lu's voice.

"My lord, the item you auctioned is a rare treasure!"

Just as the two were arguing,

The supervisor, holding the tray with both hands, respectfully approached Lin Jiuxuan.

On the tray was a beautifully decorated jade box, just the right size to hold a fist.

"Sigh, I hope it's all just a rumor!"

Lin Jiuxuan sighed softly and opened the jade box.

The jade core, neither gold nor jade, lay quietly in the box on a soft red cloth.

He reached out and touched it; the jade core felt slightly cool.

It does have a calming and concentration effect.

But it doesn't seem to be as magical as the host described; it can only be said to be slightly beneficial.

"Brother Jiuxuan, I want to see! I want to see!"

Su Su curiously came closer.

Her eyes sparkled with a longing for new and exciting things.

"Hey, take it and look at it, it's yours!"

Lin Jiuxuan was somewhat disheartened; he still cared a little about those rumors.

Anyway, Su Su doesn't have much to spend money on.

To her, this jade core was probably just an interesting toy.

"Really? Thank you, Jiuxuan oppa!"

Su Su happily accepted the jade pit.

She really liked these cool and beautiful walnuts.

I originally came out to relax.

How did things get even worse?

Lin Jiuxuan was a little depressed. He was a rich man now, so how could he not be happy?

No way! We have to throw some money around and have some fun!

"The tenth item for auction: the Mysterious Jade Ice Bed, a perfect item for escaping the summer heat and also beneficial for health."

"This is great, I'll buy it!"

"Fifteenth item for auction: Apricot Flame Nectar Monkey Wine, a thousand-year-old plant-type soul beast, Apricot Plum."

"I can smell this fragrance from this far away! This is great stuff! I'll buy it!"

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Watching Lin Jiuxuan spend money like water, it felt like she had become a completely different person.

Looking at the jade core in Su Su's hand, Lao Lu became somewhat uneasy. Could this be real?

"Now, please welcome the grand finale of this auction: a 30,000-year-old soul bone, the Flaming Skull."

As they were talking, a young woman carrying a tray slowly walked out.

Her steps were light, as if she were walking on clouds.

At this point, nobody wanted to listen to the host's rambling anymore.

All eyes

All of it was concentrated on the tray covered by the red cloth.

"Hurry up, stop rambling!"

Urged on by the crowd, the host reluctantly ended his speech and lifted the red cloth.

In an instant, golden light burst forth, instantly filling the entire auction hall.

"Wow, is this a soul bone? It's so beautiful!"

"If I could possess it, I might even become a Title Douluo!"

"Should we take action?"

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Some were amazed, some were greedy, and others were eager to take advantage.

"snort!"

Just as everyone was discussing and powerful auras were swirling around, a cold snort echoed throughout the auction hall.

"Welcome to my secondhand auction!"

"If they are enemies, our Secondhand Auction House will eliminate them!"

A streak of fire swept across the auction hall, landing on the stage before the light faded.

An old man with a fierce look in his eyes appeared in everyone's sight, wearing black boots with gold cloud patterns and a red robe.

"I am Fei Si, Elder of the Secondhand Auction House! Title: Crimson Tiger!"

The old man's voice was like thunder, his aura imposing. As he spoke, his red hair flowed over his shoulders, resembling fiery snakes flicking their tongues.

The nine spirit rings beneath his feet directly intimidated everyone.

In room number 9 of the Jia class, the Platinum Archbishop, Salas, had a gloomy face. He had never heard of any Crimson Tiger Douluo.

But the nine spirit rings beneath his feet and the overwhelming pressure emanating from him were undeniable.

Where did this unfamiliar Title Douluo come from?

How did I become an elder of the Secondhand Union?

This matter must be reported to His Holiness the Pope as soon as possible.

Inside room number 7 of the Jiazi building,

Ning Fengzhi's eyes widened in disbelief.

The establishment of this second-hand union,

The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School also deserves credit.

He always thought he knew everything about this place.

However, what's the deal with this suddenly appearing Title Douluo?

When did Title Douluo become so worthless?

He felt that his understanding had been completely overturned.

"Feng Zhi, this person is no ordinary individual! I sense his strength is on par with mine!"

Sword Douluo's brows were furrowed, and his voice carried a hint of solemnity.

"What? Uncle Jian, are you sure?"

Ning Fengzhi's voice carried a hint of disbelief.

He can accept newly promoted Title Douluo.

After all, there are so many Soul Masters, it's understandable that one or two might manage to break through by sheer luck.

However, if it is a powerhouse whose strength is no less than that of Sword Douluo,

Then the situation would be completely different.

This will directly threaten the position of the top three sects!

"Sure!"

Attracted by the soul bone,

The Spirit Hall, the two great empires, and the seven major sects all sent representatives to participate in this auction.

The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School wasn't the only one shocked.

They even suspected that the auction of the soul bones was a pretext to intimidate various powerful forces.

After all, who would be foolish enough to give away such a treasure after obtaining it?

"The auction continues!"

However, to everyone's surprise, after his initial shock, Crimson Tiger Douluo still chose to continue the auction.

Could this be some kind of backroom deal, where money is transferred from one hand to the other?

Nobody is sure.

Nobody wants to give up!

"Lot No. 2, bid 100 million!"

"Lot B, number 5, bid 150 million!"

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"Lot No. 10, bid 700 million!"

Prices skyrocketed, but the bidders were mostly VIPs from the top-tier areas.

After all, several million gold soul coins are not something that ordinary forces can easily come up with.

It must be at least a first-rate force.

Or only the most powerful and influential have the opportunity to participate.

The secondhand guild gained an extra titled Douluo.

Lin Jiuxuan wasn't too surprised, after all, they were fellow countrymen who had transmigrated.

At this moment, he also remembered the herbal remedy in the hot pot, which he suspected had been harvested.

He suspected that it was the person behind this secondhand guild who did it!

If we calculate it that way,

The opponent likely has more than one Title Douluo.

Perhaps, you are being monitored by the other party.

"I would like to arrange a meeting with your president. Could you please inform him on my behalf?"

Lin Jiuxuan turned to look at the supervisor behind her.

The fact that they haven't contacted me for so long means they don't have any hostile intentions, so maybe I can try to flirt with them.

When the nest is overturned, how can any egg remain intact?

The madwoman from the Spirit Hall, the Asura God from the God Realm, and the mutated Tang San—they are all our common enemies!

"I am of low rank and have little authority, so I can only inform the head steward, who will then report to the emperor!"

The manager in white spoke respectfully, his voice tinged with nervousness.

"Okay, go ahead!"

Lin Jiuxuan didn't find anything wrong with it.

After all, it's only natural that they would go through the proper procedures if I made a sudden visit.

In the blink of an eye, the bidding for the Soul Bone had soared to 3 million Gold Soul Coins.

"You really don't value money, do you?"

Lin Jiuxuan sighed inwardly.

But it's understandable. A 3-year-old soul bone is enough to tempt a Title Douluo, let alone a head soul bone, which is even more precious.

"It's a pity I already have a head soul bone! The price is indeed too high!"

Lin Jiuxuan shook his head.

Ultimately, the Soul Bone was auctioned off to Room 6 of Class A for 3300 million Gold Soul Coins.

This grand auction,

This concludes the event.

"Greetings, Lord Lin. I am Pei Fengli, the manager of the Secondhand Auction House."

Pei Fengli bowed slightly, clearly a successful person.

Lin Jiuxuan didn't expect that...

The person managing such a large auction house is actually an incredibly beautiful little girl with glasses.

"Steward Pei, you're too kind!"

Lin Jiuxuan smiled politely.

"The president is unable to meet with you, but instructed me to deliver this token to you!"

Pei Fengli smiled and waved.

The manager in white, carrying a tray, quickly and respectfully stepped forward.

"This is my Secondhand Guild's Purple Gold Jade Crown Token. Holding this token entitles you to a 6% discount. It is for personal use only."

The little girl steward handed over a heavy token, her expression suddenly turning serious.

"Furthermore, this token grants authority second only to the guild leader and elders."

Pei Fengli's voice carried a hint of undisguised envy and jealousy.

Her large, golden eyes were fixed on Lin Jiuxuan.

My mind was filled with doubt.

I don't understand what's wrong with the chairman.

Why grant such great power to an outsider?

She herself had worked diligently for the secondhand union for many years and had never received such treatment.

"Huh? Are you sure?"

Lin Jiuxuan was equally puzzled. Could they really be from the same hometown?

"Sure!"

Pei Fengli revealed two cute yet sharp canine teeth; in order to get a promotion and a raise, she had no choice but to force a smile.

Just then, a clear, crisp voice suddenly broke their thoughts.

"Miss, are you a vixen too?" Su Su asked curiously.

Since the little girl entered the room,

Su Su's gaze remained fixed on her.

She was filled with curiosity about this young lady who was only one, two, three, or four heads taller than her.

Taking advantage of the pause in their conversation,

Su Su even went around to Pei Fengli's back.

He tugged at her little blue tail that was hidden behind her.

This action seemed to have triggered a switch, and Pei Fengli's face instantly turned red to the roots of her neck.

"Su Su!"

Lin Jiuxuan reacted quickly, grabbing Su Su by the back of her collar and pulling her back.

"I'm so sorry! It's all my fault, I wasn't paying attention!"

Lin Jiuxuan quickly apologized.

Pei Fengli gritted his teeth in anger, his cheeks puffed out like a pufferfish.

"Should I beat her up?"

Lin Jiuxuan said softly, completely ignoring Su Su's pleading eyes.

If it weren't for the need for a promotion and a raise

"snort!"

Pei Fengli snorted coldly and stormed off.

ducal mansion.

"Do you know what you did wrong?"

"You shouldn't touch other people's tails!"

Su Su lowered her head and clenched her hands as she spoke.

But she just couldn't resist looking at that adorable tail!

"It's impolite to touch strangers inappropriately!"

Lin Jiuxuan said in a stern voice with a straight face.

Little White lay on the stool, leisurely grooming its pure white fur.

A hint of schadenfreude would occasionally flash in his small eyes.

"You're punished by having to copy 'The Self-Cultivation of Martial Spirits' ten times! No snacks allowed until you finish!"

"Oh~" Su Su said weakly.

As Lin Jiuxuan's footsteps faded into the distance,

She slowly came to her senses.

I grabbed Little White by the neck and herded it to a corner of the room.

She laid out her brush and ink.

He slumped listlessly on the table, his eyes vacant.

With his chin resting on the toilet paper, he mechanically copied those tedious words.

Little White waved its paws at Su Su's retreating figure in dissatisfaction, as if protesting its discontent.

After venting,

It had intended to seek some comfort from its owner.

But his gaze was inadvertently drawn to the exquisite emerald green jade pit on the table.

It kicked its legs.

It leaped lightly and gracefully onto the table, the Flowing Cloud Jade Core carrying a slight coolness that Xiaobai found incredibly enjoyable.

After playing with it for a while,

Little White yawned.

Holding the jade pit, he closed his eyes and drifted off to sleep.

"Ah~ I'm finally done copying!"

Su Su stretched, and her eyes regained their liveliness.

"Damn it! I was copying homework, and you were sleeping! And you were even using the walnuts that Jiuxuan gave me as a pillow!"

Looking at the peacefully sleeping Xiaobai, Su Su felt a little resentful.

Especially when you see that the crystal-clear liquid is about to drip onto the Flowing Cloud Jade Core.

She was even more furious.

"Give me back my jade walnuts!"

Su Su frowned, grabbed Xiao Bai by the scruff of its neck, and lifted it up.

"Meow~" Little White bared its teeth and claws in protest.

Cats have rights too, why can't they even sleep in peace?

However, Su Su and Xiao Bai,

Nobody noticed,

After being freed from its embrace, the jade walnut rolled to the edge of the table.

"Click~"

A sharp crack interrupted their exchange.

"what!"

"It's broken!"

"The gift Jiuxuan gave me is broken!"

Su Su dropped Little White, picked up the crumbs, and was about to wail when she unexpectedly discovered a small white roll.

"Huh~ what's this?"

"The murderer?" Su Su tilted her head, her eyes filled with confusion and bewilderment.

For her, who could only recognize half of a character and would make mistakes even when copying it, this was a challenge.

It's already quite an achievement to be able to recognize even a few characters.

(End of this chapter)