After infiltrating the main characters' group, I became the most beautiful woman in the world.

The city of Lingzhou, shrouded in night, was far from quiet, appearing even more vibrant and lively than during the day.

The bluestone path was bathed in a warm red glow from the lanterns lining both sides, and amidst the swaying light and shadows, the sounds of vendors hawking their wares filled the air.

The pedestrians came and went shoulder to shoulder, including scions of noble families dressed in fine clothes and surrounded by servants, as well as wandering swordsmen with swords at their waists and hurrying about.

Their sole purpose for this trip was to find the rarest treasures in the world, located on a street corner in Lingzhou City.

The gate, adorned with rare treasures from around the world, was already packed with carriages and horses. The vermilion gate was wide open, and two tall glass lanterns hung above the lintel, illuminating the area as bright as day.

The attendant inside, dressed in a brocade robe, stood with his hands at his sides. Upon seeing someone arrive, he stepped forward, bowed, and led the way. After verifying the person's identity, he spoke respectfully but not obsequiously: "Please come in, sir. The auction is about to begin."

One group of five stood out: three men and two women. The men were all handsome in their own way, and the women...

One of them was wearing a veil, but her eyes shone brightly. Someone glanced at her, but was glared at by the girl with a ponytail next to her.

The man dared not look any longer and hurriedly left.

Looking at the magnificent building before her, Su Ning asked, "I've heard that this auction of rare treasures is held every three years, gathering the world's most precious artifacts. Is it really that amazing?"

Yue Zijin glanced at her sideways, raised an eyebrow, and said, "Su Su, you don't know this. I've already found out. There's something extraordinary behind these rare treasures. Not to mention that they only open once every three years, the items inside are all rare and precious."

"As long as you have money, whether it's a martial arts manual or a divine weapon, there's nothing he won't sell, only things you can't imagine."

After saying that, he looked around and, seeing that no one was looking at him, waved to the group and then whispered, "But I heard that the owner behind this is related to the Ten-Mile Hanging Bell."

Upon hearing this, Pei Yunlian glanced at him and said, "Didn't you always think that the Ten-Mile Hanging Bell was just a bunch of ghosts and spirits? Why are you here today, all eager to come along?"

Yue Zijin curled her lip, saying nonchalantly, "Treasures of the world are treasures of the world, but this is a place to sell things. Even if it really has some connection with the Ten-Mile Hanging Bell, does that mean it won't sell me anything?"

"Besides, although the owner of this rare treasure has never been publicly revealed, you know that everyone who wants to enter must carry a bell that hangs for ten miles to get a seat. Even a fool can see that there's something fishy going on between them."

Upon hearing this, Su Ning glanced meaningfully at the magnificent interior.

The ten-mile-long hanging bells—the last Duan Ming had already melted into the ground and vanished into the world, but now another rare treasure has appeared. It's unclear whether the other party did it intentionally or unintentionally.

Although she learned from Duan Ming that he was from Shili Xuanling, the main characters were currently unaware of his true identity, only knowing that he was an imposter posing as a thief in the Seven Star Merchant Guild.

After returning from Tangxi, he sent people to investigate the Seven Stars Chamber of Commerce in Lingzhou City, but of course, the results were unknown.

After all, even the people from the Seven Stars Chamber of Commerce were confused. How did their manager turn into an unknown robber?

If they knew that it was the people from Ten Miles of Bells who wanted to harm her, they would probably avoid this Treasure Pavilion like the plague tonight.

but--

Su Ning glanced at the slender doctor beside her and said softly, "We'll have to rely on Brother You tonight."

You Xunchun glanced at her lightly, then slowly took out his white jade bell from his sleeve.

The bells of the Ten Miles of Suspended Bells are also divided into grades. For example, You Xunchun's white jade bell is one that can be treated as an honored guest.

As long as one person owns it, everyone can enter together.

However, Su Ning was very curious whether the other party knew that Duan Ming was the person from Shili Xuanling.

The waiter who verified their identities saw that You Xunchun had actually taken out a white jade bell, and his eyes lit up. He then called a servant to lead them inside.

Yue Zijin, however, looked at Tang Xi with some curiosity. "Miss Tang, this Lingzhou City is your territory, so why didn't Uncle Tang give you the white jade bell?"

He asked out of curiosity, but Tang Xi glared at him fiercely, saying, "Mind your own business."

Watching Tang Xi's departing figure, Yue Zijin was somewhat puzzled and asked Pei Yunlian beside him, "Have I done something to offend her recently?"

Pei Yunlian shook her head, her tone flat: "You'd better say less."

"Hey! Are you still my brother?" Yue Zijin called out hurriedly as he watched Pei Yunlian's departing figure.

"No." Unfortunately, only the boy's cold voice answered him.

Upon entering the Treasure Pavilion, one is greeted by a magnificent hall with carved beams and painted rafters. The dome hangs high, and several glass lamps spiral upwards. There are scattered seats on the first floor, and the auction stage is directly in front of you, but there is no one there at the moment.

On both sides were layers of private rooms. The entire Treasure Pavilion was divided into four floors. The waiter who led them there explained, "The fourth floor is a rule of our Treasure Pavilion; it is for private use only. Unless you are a friend of the owner, it is best for guests not to go up there."

He then led them to a private room. Yue Zijin touched everything in sight, his eyes darting around, as it was his first time at an auction.

So, just as he reached the corner, he bumped into someone.

"Ouch, that hurts!"

Before he could react, the person who bumped into him stepped on his foot, followed by a sharp shout: "Why aren't you watching where you're going?"

The group stopped, and then they saw another group of people walking up behind the girl Yue Zijin had bumped into.

The leader, dressed in white, was a handsome and refined gentleman. Seeing this farce, he spoke gently, yet with a composed air: "Linglong, don't be ridiculous."

"Senior Brother Song?" Tangxi asked in surprise.

The pretty young girl loosened her legs, made a face at Yue Zijin, and then returned to the white-robed young man's side.

Song Hengxue nodded slightly to Tang Xi, then her gaze fell on the group of people behind her.

Upon meeting those familiar eyes, he instinctively paused, but quickly looked away. Later, he stood before Yue Zijin and said, "Young Master Yue, Linglong was wrong in what happened just now."

"Is your foot alright?" His voice was gentle, making it impossible to feel any ill will towards him.

Just now, Yue Zijin was grimacing from being stepped on, but he never expected that the person who came would be the group from Hundred Flowers Valley whom he had met in Qingyun City before.

But seeing Song Hengxue's calm demeanor, Yue Zijin didn't want to appear inferior to him, so he immediately waved his hand and said, "It's alright."

Then Song Hengxue greeted each of them one by one. When facing Su Ning, his eyes softened, and his voice was clear and melodious, like the clinking of jade stones, "Miss Su, we meet again."