Swallowing the Stars: Equipment Slots, Starting with a Genius Battle

Chapter 90 Auction, The Sucker

Hongmeng City, a wide street leading to Yubaotang.

The Illusionary Star King still held Ye Feng's arm, and the two walked side by side. Finally unable to contain her curiosity, she turned her head and asked, "Hey, Sword Blaze King, what exactly did you say to that King of Luzon? You got that annoying guy to leave so quickly?"

Ye Feng smiled, avoiding the question, and instead reminded him, "King Illusion Star, don't forget the important matter. As agreed, the 10 billion Chaos Yuan 'shield' payment should be settled."

"Money, money, money!" The Illusionary Star King flung Ye Feng's arm away, feigning anger. "Ye Feng, I think you're desperate for money, obsessed with cash."

As soon as she said it, she regretted it, afraid of hurting the pride of this rare friend.

She was raised by the Venerable One from a young age and worked hard to cultivate. At the Universe level, she was even favored by Master Peng Gong. Over the years, she has spent most of her time cultivating. Apart from her fellow disciples, Ye Feng is the first true friend she has ever made, and she cherishes him very much.

To everyone's surprise, Ye Feng wasn't angry at all. Instead, he nodded seriously, his tone unusually earnest: "You're right. I really am desperate for money, obsessed with it. From now on, if a problem can be solved with money, don't talk to me about anything else."

That self-righteous attitude left Illusion Star King speechless for a moment.

Phantom Star King:

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This guy is a king, after all. Is his skin made of black holes?

Upon entering Yu Bao Tang, Huan Xing Wang introduced the shop as they walked: "In Hongmeng City, Yu Bao Tang is considered a top-tier shop. Some of the items here can be obtained by smashing with Hunyuan stones, while others—well—must be exchanged for treasures, a barter system. This auction is being organized by them."

Ye Feng understood.

The Hongmeng Alliance has only about three million members, scattered throughout the universe. Apart from those who are without desires and are in seclusion cultivating, the number of those who can actually participate in the auction is at most a few hundred thousand who are kings. To set up a special auction house management organization? That's too extravagant.

Relying on these well-established shops can save you trouble and also drive traffic to your shop, killing two birds with one stone.

Upon entering the main hall of Yu Baotang, Ye Feng's gaze was instantly overwhelmed.

An endless array of rare and precious treasures unfolded before our eyes, each with a floating light screen displaying detailed images and textual information, clearly showing its origin, characteristics, and price, like a three-dimensional cosmic treasure trove.

"These items on the first floor range in price from a million to a hundred billion," said Illusion Star King, leading Ye Feng around the bustling main hall with practiced ease.

Suddenly, the view opened up before them. Behind the main hall floated a misty, floating island, upon which one could vaguely see...

Private rooms enveloped in mist.

"Phantom Star King, welcome to this auction. Your box number is 209821."

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"Sword King, welcome. Your private room number is 2987844."

The intelligent guidance voice sounded at the appropriate time.

No need to queue for verification of funds—accommodating a millionaire to become a king is a piece of cake in this auction house.

The status of a king-level expert is itself the highest form of access.

The order of the private room numbers is clearly based on status and influence.

Illusion Star King glanced at Ye Feng's number, which was nearly three million, and chuckled: "Hehe, Sword Blaze King, with your number—you'd better come and squeeze into my private room."

Without saying a word, he grabbed Ye Feng and teleported him directly.

Inside Box 209821, the space was expansive, spanning a kilometer. A subtle, calming incense scent filled the air, and the design was both simple and elegant. The walls were made of a special one-way transparent material, offering a clear view of the massive central auction stage hundreds of kilometers away—a superb vista, cleverly concealed by the surrounding boxes in front. Outside, mist swirled, preventing anyone from peeping in.

With a lazy wave of her hand, the Illusionary Star King conjured up two comfortable couches and a jade plate laden with exotic spiritual fruits. She leaned against one, picked up a fruit with flowing crimson flame patterns, and took a bite. "It's day five now. The auction usually lasts a week. For the first six days, Yu Baotang will bring out their most treasured possessions one by one for auction. The last day is the main event—the privately held treasures consigned by powerful figures from all sides."

Ye Feng nodded, and just as he sat down on another soft couch, his pupils suddenly contracted and his breath caught in his throat when his gaze swept over a golden battle armor displayed in the central auction hall in the distance.

Wang Jia.

His main objective during this trip to Hongmeng.

On the stage, an elderly man with a profound aura was enthusiastically introducing a strange golden battle armor about eight meters tall: "Ladies and gentlemen, this armor originates from an ancient era of the extraterrestrial battlefield, from an earth-shattering bloodbath between races. Its original owner was a member of the Flame God Clan—whose divine body was annihilated by a thunderous strike from a Cosmic Venerable—"

Ye Feng's heart pounded wildly.

It's confirmed, this is exactly the Wang Jia he wanted.

It can be activated with the power of a World Lord at its peak, multiplying by ten thousand times, and unleashing a power of one hundred thousand times its peak. It weakens material and soul attacks by more than ninety percent, combining offense and defense, and is virtually indestructible to anyone below the level of a Universe Venerable.

The old man was still talking non-stop, but Ye Feng was determined to win.

The Illusionary Star King noticed his unusual expression, glanced at the golden armor, and chuckled, "This golden armor is not bad, but its flaws are obvious: the body shape is fixed, and the vital points of the face are completely exposed, greatly reducing its practicality. 48 billion Chaos Yuan as the starting bid? Tsk, Yu Baotang certainly dares to set a price. You want it?"

"Yes." Ye Feng said decisively, entering 48 billion mixed units into the bidding device in the private room without hesitation.

The Star King was so shocked that he almost choked on the fruit.

Isn't this guy obsessed with money?

Spending 48 billion to buy such a "useless" thing?

The old man on the stage instantly raised his voice eight octaves, filled with barely suppressed joy, "Number 298****, bid 48 billion Hunyuan. Any higher bids? This armor's defense is such that even a Venerable would find it difficult to harm it—"

Having finally caught a "sucker," he couldn't wait to strike immediately.

Ye Feng held his breath, waiting for the dust to settle. This price was definitely considered a "rip-off" in the Hongmeng circle.

However-

"Number 299****, bid 49 billion Hunyuan." The old man's voice became even more excited.

Ye Feng froze. Someone was bidding?

The Illusion Star King was also stunned, then covered his mouth and chuckled: "Pfft—so there's more than one fool."

Inside Box 2998972.

King Luzon stared intently at the golden armored image on the light screen, muttering to himself, "So what if the joints are stiff? So what if the face is exposed? With Xingyu's soul attack methods, there's no need for close combat. Just withstand the opponent's first wave of attacks, and then create distance to crush them."

This golden armor is a perfect match for her. Hmph, what are billions of Chaos Yuan if it makes her happy?

He pressed the bidding button heavily with his finger.

Ye Feng's eyes sharpened, and he raised the price without hesitation to 51 billion Hunyuan.

Although it hurt to part with the money, Wang Jia's value in his heart far exceeded that number.

As long as he can obtain the "Nine Tribulations Secret Manual" from Luo Feng, he will be able to perfectly wield this King Armor once the equipment is solidified.

Attack: Over 100,000 times the power of a peak Realm Lord. Defense: Soul and matter are weakened by over 90%.

Among battle armors below the level of treasure, it would be difficult to find such a suitable suit of armor.

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The bidding screen displayed a jump in numbers: 55 billion yuan.

The King of Luzon is determined to win.

"Phantom Star King," Ye Feng said in a deep voice, "transfer the 10 billion Chaos Yuan you promised to me now."

Hongmeng Auction System verifies funds in real time; those who submit false prices will be immediately kicked out.

Seeing his serious expression, Huanxing Wang stopped joking and quickly operated his fingertips on the virtual screen: "Okay, I'll transfer 20 billion to you."

"Don't glare at me. This is all the working capital we have. The rest are all valuable resources." She said, unusually serious.

A hint of gratitude flashed in Ye Feng's eyes: "Thank you. I will repay you the extra 10 billion as soon as possible."

He took a deep breath and entered a number into the bidding machine: 70 billion Mixed Yuan Units. This was all the money he could use, excluding the 1.5 million he had reserved for purchasing talent equipment.

"That's ridiculous. This armor should have cost 50 billion Chaos Yuan, but now it's so much more expensive. You troublemaker, you're not Luo Feng, what do you need this King Armor for?"

Ye Feng was certain that the bidder could not be Luo Feng. Currently, Luo Feng was still at the Domain Lord stage, serving as a regional governor, and was far from being crowned a king.

The next moment—

The numbers on the light screen relentlessly pulsate: 71 billion mixed units.

"Damn it." Ye Feng swung his fist, slamming it into the air beside him. Energy ripples vibrated around him. He exhaled and sat back down on the soft couch.

71 billion – he could raise it to a maximum of 71.5 billion, but that would completely drain his savings and render all subsequent plans futile.

not worth it.

We'll have to devise a different battle suit.

However, even if you paid double that price, it would be almost impossible to buy armor of this caliber.

Seeing that Ye Feng really wanted it, Illusion Star King tentatively suggested with a hint of caution, "How about I ask my senior brothers for some money now?"

Ye Feng looked up and saw the genuine concern in Huanxing Wang's eyes. His heart warmed. This guy was very reliable and dependable at crucial moments.

He smiled with relief: "No need. It's good that I can save this money and buy more other resources. As for the golden armor—if I can't get it, so be it."

Illusion Star King nodded. "Yes. Sword Blaze King, you're right. This armor-piercing thing is a complete trap. Spending billions to buy it is pure folly—uh—"

Before she could finish speaking, an email arrived from the virtual universe. Her body stiffened abruptly, and a strange expression—a mixture of surprise, naivety, and a hint of guilt—instantly appeared on her pretty face.

She slowly turned her head to look at Ye Feng, her voice trembling with disbelief. Her fingers unconsciously traced the pair of transparent wings. "Sword King—um—I mean—buying this golden thing—was actually intended as a gift for me—"

Do you believe it?

Ye Feng looked up at the Illusionary Star King in astonishment. "You mean, the golden armor that the King of Luzon bought is going to give to you?"

At this moment, Ye Feng's feelings were extremely complicated, to the point of being both amused and exasperated.

Karma!

It's all karma!

He had just deceived the King of Luzon when the King of Luzon immediately demonstrated his strength and seized his royal armor.

"That's great, Wang Jia is back in your hands, and you don't have to spend a single penny," Huanxing Wang laughed.

The way he looked showed he was genuinely happy for Ye Feng.

Ye Feng looked at the Illusion Star King, a flicker of hesitation crossing his mind. "Should I take it, or not?"

It feels a bit like "betraying a friend for personal gain".

King Illusion continued, "King Swordfire, at my level, do you think I would have to treat King Luzon differently and greet him with a smile just because of a mere few billion Chaos Yuan?"

"Furthermore, I will return to him an equal treasure."

"Here you go, just take it. Consider it a congratulatory gift for your promotion to king."

"We're friends, aren't we?"

Hearing this, Ye Feng smiled and nodded in relief, "Yes, we're friends!"

At this moment, Ye Feng regarded Huanxing Wang as a true friend, not a friend who was just trying to take advantage of him.

He wouldn't be stingy with the Star King either.

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