Battle Through the Heavens: Achievement System at the Start

At this moment, the middle-aged man took out a bottle of Foundation Establishment Elixir from the table and handed it to Master Gu Ni. After taking the jade bottle, he opened the stopper, smelled the medicinal aroma inside, narrowed his old eyes slightly, and gently tilted the bottle. A small drop of cyan liquid slowly rolled out from it. He then used his battle qi to suspend it in his hand, watching the drop of cyan liquid. He held a thin silver needle between his hands, a wisp of battle qi emanating from the needle, and inserted it into the cyan liquid, then gently stirred it...

As the fine needle stirred, Gu Ni's expression gradually changed from calm to solemn. He put the blue liquid back in the container and said to the middle-aged man, "The spiritual liquid has reached the superior level of a second-grade pill. The efficacy that this gentleman mentioned earlier is correct."

Upon hearing this, the middle-aged man breathed a sigh of relief and eagerly asked Xiao Yao, "Sir, are you planning to auction off these ten bottles of spiritual liquid?"

Xiao Yao said, "I won't take these to the auction. I also have two bottles of pills here called Fighter Pills, which can help a Fighter perfectly break through to the first star. I also have three bottles of Qi Gathering Pills, which can immediately restore 50% of the Fighting Qi when it is exhausted. All of these pills are at the third grade level."

As soon as he finished speaking, five more jade bottles appeared on the table. Compared to the others, the jade bottles used for these five bottles of pills were of higher quality, which better highlighted their quality.

Gu Ni quickly examined the jade bottle, confirming that it contained pills. He was even more convinced that the black-robed man's alchemy skills were extraordinary. Respectfully, he said, "Sir, I will help you promote these five bottles of pills over the next few days to try and get a higher price at auction. As for the Foundation Establishment Elixir, do you intend to sell it directly to the auction house?"

Xiao Yao produced a piece of paper and said in a low voice, "The medicinal herbs I need are listed here. I'll take as many as you have here. Use these second-grade pills to exchange for the medicinal herbs I need."

After taking the paper, Gu Ni glanced at it and saw that it contained the following medicinal materials: four fifty-year-old Ink Leaf Lotus plants, two mature Snake Saliva Fruits, a Spirit Gathering Grass of about twenty years old, a level-two water-attribute magic core, and a grade-three Blazing Flame Grass.

After looking at them, Gu Ni exclaimed in surprise, "These are incredibly valuable; the auction can only gather a maximum of twenty portions of these medicinal herbs."

"If you don't have enough money, I'll make up the difference in a few days. I need a lot of the Grade 3 Blazing Flame Grass in the prescription, so please try to gather as much as you can. Money is not a problem." After Xiao Yao finished speaking, he gave me ten more bottles of Foundation Establishment Elixir.

Gu Ni smiled and said, "Sir, don't worry, leave it to us. We will definitely raise the funds for you. The auction will be held in three days. You can come and take a look then." The middle-aged man smiled and handed over a jet-black token.

"Hmm." Xiao Yao casually took the token and walked out of the room under the watchful eyes of the two.

Just after Xiao Yao left, the middle-aged man whispered to Master Gu Ni, "Master Gu Ni, is this man in black robes really an alchemist?"

Gu Ni nodded and replied, "Yes, that keen and powerful soul force is stronger than mine. His alchemy realm is at least at the third or fourth grade. Remember, you must not offend him. Try your best to befriend him and make him have a good impression of our auction house."

The middle-aged man quickly replied, "Hehe, I understand, I know what to do."

Xiao Yao walked out of the auction hall, through the crowd, and came to a secluded and quiet corner. This place was deserted, just the place he needed.

Xiao Yao cautiously looked around, carefully sensing everything around him with his soul power.

They found no unusual signs in the surroundings, only the faint fragrance of flowers carried by a gentle breeze and the faint sound of people in the distance.

After confirming that no one was following him, Xiao Yao immediately took off his black cloak and robe, and took out the disguise mask he was wearing, revealing his true face. It was a prop he had specially worn at the auction to conceal his identity.

Beneath his outer robe, his attire was simple yet elegant, showcasing his exceptional taste.

When he returned, Xiao Yao saw Xun'er sitting on a stone chair next to a big tree in his courtyard, her head resting on her arm, her eyes closed, as if she were having a sweet dream.

Xun'er's breathing was steady and deep, and her face was calm and serene, as if she were far removed from the turmoil of the world.

Sunlight filtered through the leaves, casting a golden glow upon her, making her appear as pure and flawless as a fairy.

At this moment, Xiao Yao walked quietly to Xun'er's side, afraid that his footsteps would break her dream.

Just then, Xun'er opened her eyes, like a kitten waking up, and said in a soft, sweet voice, "Xun'er has been waiting here for a while, Brother Xiao Yao, where did you go?"

"Xun'er, didn't you just go back? Why are you back again?"

"Brother Xiao Yao, don't change the subject. Tell me honestly, you... you didn't do anything bad, did you? And you're afraid Xun'er will find out?"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yao quickly explained to Xun'er, "I went to the auction house and sold the pills I refined to get some materials I needed. You have to keep this a secret, okay?"

Upon hearing this, Xun'er smiled sweetly and gently replied, "Hehe, okay, then I believe Brother Xiao Yao."

Three days have passed, and a large-scale auction is about to begin.

That day, Xun'er came over, took Xiao Yao's hand and said, "Uncle Xiao asked me to ask you if you want to see a big event. It seems to be an auction. I heard that many valuable items will be auctioned, which has attracted a lot of people. The heads of the three major families are all attending in person this time."

Xiao Yao watched as Xun'er raised an eyebrow and poked his chin with her finger, looking at him with a mischievous expression.

Xiao Yao patted Xun'er's head and teased, "I'll trouble this lovely young lady to take me there and let me see what a grand scene this is like."

"Alright, I'll personally take you there," Xun'er replied as she pulled her brother Xiao Yao toward the auction.

Soon after, they arrived at the venue and were greeted by a bustling scene. The auction hall was crowded with people, and the noise was deafening. The surrounding area was filled with a cacophony of sounds.

Led by Xun'er, they weaved through the crowd to the front row of the venue, where they saw Xiao Zhan, several elders, and some young disciples sitting there.

So Xun'er pulled Xiao Yao over there and sat down in one of the empty seats.

After a while, a beautiful woman in a red dress stood on the stage and said softly, "Hello everyone, my name is Wan'er, and I will be hosting this auction today."

During this time, on the central stage of the auction house, amidst the woman's clear, sweet voice, the price of an ordinary, unremarkable item was gradually driven up by the bidders present, thanks to her descriptions.

Looking at the woman on the stage bathed in light, Xiao Yao could tell that she was very good at creating an atmosphere for the auction; every smile and gesture of hers could cause the prices in the audience to skyrocket.

Upon seeing the items being auctioned, Xiao Yao immediately lost interest and withdrew his gaze.

Seeing that Xiao Yao's gaze remained fixed on the woman on the stage after he sat down, Xun'er frowned, patted Xiao Yao with her slender hand, and asked with an enigmatic smile, "Brother Xiao Yao, what are you looking at? Is it beautiful?"

Xiao Yao turned his head, looking embarrassed, and said, "It's nothing. I was just looking at the auction items on the stage. Besides, none of them are as pretty as Xun'er."

After hearing Xiao Yao's words, Xun'er raised her proud chin, turned around and stopped looking at Xiao Yao, a slight smile on her lips.

Looking at Xun'er's profile, Xiao Yao touched his nose and thought to himself, "This girl is getting more and more mischievous, but this is the cutest thing about Xun'er at this age."