The First Venerable of All Paths

Not only Li Xintong, but everyone, including Xiao Jinyu, looked at the figure wearing a straw hat with surprise.

Fang Xuan!

The one who spoke was none other than Fang Xuan.

"How...how dare he?"

The same thought flashed through everyone's mind.

Throughout the entire Mingyang County, everyone knows the Ming family's status.

As the eldest son of the Ming family and the designated successor to the family head, Ming Che's status and strength are far beyond those of ordinary people.

Even He Yun, the eldest son of the He family, gave up bidding. Where do you get the guts to risk offending Ming Che and compete with him?

"what?"

Inside the private room, He Yun, upon hearing the bidding, was also taken aback.

Immediately afterwards, a smile appeared on his lips.

That's bold!

Regardless of the other party's motives, the fact that they dared to bid against Mingche made him feel somewhat favorably toward them.

"Brother, is this guy an idiot?"

The girl with the bun hairstyle said, "Doesn't he know that Mingche, that sissy, is petty and narrow-minded?"

"Maybe they're not afraid of the Ming family?"

He Yun chuckled and said, "I'd like to meet this gentleman after the auction."

Upon hearing this, the girl with the bun hairstyle couldn't help but roll her eyes.

"interesting."

In the clear private room, Mingche kept his eyes fixed on Xiao Jinyu, a sharp glint flashing in his eyes.

No one has ever dared to snatch food from my hands!

"Three million yuan worth of stones!"

Mingche immediately offered a high price.

In his view, this price should be enough to scare the man away.

However, to his surprise, the man made another bid.

"Three and a half million yuan stones."

Fang Xuan's tone remained calm as always.

It did not change at all because of Mingche's identity.

However, anyone with discerning eyes could hear the hint of sarcasm in that voice.

Dare to mock Mingche?

Does this person have three heads and six arms?

Even if you have six heads and twelve arms, you won't have a good ending if you offend Mingche.

Many people looked at Fang Xuan with pity and schadenfreude.

"Three million eight hundred thousand shi!"

This time, Mingche's tone was colder than before.

It also seemed to carry a threat and a warning.

After these words were spoken, no one dared to say anything.

Everyone held their breath, feeling a chill run through their bodies.

That guy should probably quit while he's ahead, right?

"Four million yuan stone."

Fang Xuan chuckled and said, "I know Young Master Ming is quite wealthy, but I also have some savings. We can take our time."

The laughter was very soft.

But even a fool could hear the disdain and mockery in it.

provocative!

This is blatant provocation.

"Haha, great!"

He Yun drank three cups of wine in a row, feeling extremely refreshed.

"However, that guy has probably completely offended Mingche."

He Yun became somewhat worried again.

The Ming and He families have been at odds for a long time, and He Yun and Ming Che have known each other since childhood and have been rivals. He knows Ming Che all too well.

Mingche is a narrow-minded and vindictive person.

Anyone who offends him usually doesn't have a good ending.

Since Mingche was designated as the young master of the Ming family, the He family's situation has become increasingly difficult.

It has even reached a point where it is almost impossible to move forward.

"Hehe, interesting."

A clear, sinister voice rang out, carrying an added hint of murderous intent.

"If you want to play, I'll play along to the end."

Mingche said in a deep voice, "However, raising the price little by little is meaningless. I'll offer five million yuan stones. Go ahead and keep bidding if you dare."

Five million?!

Everyone was stunned when they heard the number.

Even some second-rate families couldn't earn that price in ten years.

However, Mingche was able to say it easily.

However, no one doubted that Mingche could produce so many spirit stones.

Even if it were several times more, he could easily afford it.

Everyone looked at Fang Xuan.

I was both excited and nervous.

Will Fang Xuan continue to bid?

But they were disappointed.

Fang Xuan remained silent, as if he had fallen silent.

Mingche chuckled softly: "What? Not going to continue?"

"No, Young Master Ming is too wealthy and powerful; I can't compare."

Fang Xuan spoke dismissively.

There was absolutely no embarrassment at being proven wrong.

Everyone: "???"

So you're backing down already?

However, some people with ulterior motives gave Fang Xuan a deep look.

Is this guy deliberately inflating the price?

"If no one bids, this Bloodbath Frenzy Spear will belong to Young Master Ming."

On the high platform, Xiao Jinyu brought down the hammer.

The look in her eyes as she gazed at Fang Xuan became increasingly meaningful.

This guy did it on purpose.

"Snap!"

Just as Xiao Jinyu announced the results, the sound of a table shattering came from the second floor.

Everyone was startled.

What happened to Young Master Mingche?

Has the defense been breached?

Inside the private room, Mingche's expression was ashen.

He only realized later that he had been scammed!

That guy just now deliberately inflated the price, making him spend more than two million yuan worth of stones for nothing!

Over the years, no one has ever dared to play tricks on Mingche like this.

"May I ask your honorable name?"

Suppressing his anger, Mingche said coldly, "When I have time, I will definitely pay you a visit."

Mingche no longer concealed his murderous intent in his words.

It was ostensibly a visit, but in reality, it was a revenge plot.

Beneath the bamboo hat, a cold smile curled at the corner of Fang Xuan's lips.

"My surname is Ni, and my given name is Die."

Ni Die?

What kind of weird name is that?

Everyone looked at him strangely.

"Pfft!"

A soft laugh suddenly rang out and then echoed throughout the entire venue.

Li Xintong quickly covered her mouth, but her pretty face turned bright red.

Only then did everyone realize what was happening.

Fang Xuan is playing the fool.

Ni Die, isn't that your father?

This guy is incredibly audacious.

"Oh my god, that's hilarious!"

On the second floor, a girl with a bun hairstyle was clutching her stomach, laughing so hard she cried.

However, He Yun frowned.

This guy has gone too far.

"Okay, okay!"

Inside the private room, Mingche's face was contorted with rage as he said in a chilling tone, "I'll remember you!"

Fang Xuan remained unfazed by Ming Che's threat.

The Ming family is now searching for him everywhere, so Fang Xuan naturally has to retaliate in a small way.

Just consider it collecting some interest.

"Alright, let's continue the auction."

As soon as Xiao Jinyu spoke, she drew everyone's attention to the high platform.

Everyone knew that the main event was about to begin.

"Slap! Slap!"

Xiao Jinyu clapped her hands, and several martial artists immediately walked up to the high platform and protected her in the middle.

These martial artists were all at the Qi Condensation Realm without exception.

Moreover, he was tall and strong, with abundant vital energy and eyes like a hawk.

He looks like a seasoned and elite warrior.

Seeing this, everyone's expression turned serious.

The fact that Tianbaolou has sent so many martial artists to the stage means that the items to be auctioned next are definitely not simple.

Fang Xuan's gaze swept over the martial artists, then fixed on a certain spot, a glint of light flashing in his eyes.

He sensed an extremely terrifying aura while he was there.

"Divine intent!"

Beside her, Li Xintong's lips moved slightly, and her pretty face became a little more serious.

The fact that a master of the Divine Realm personally oversees the auction suggests that the final item must be that very thing.

At this moment, Xiao Jinyu first put on thin gauze gloves before taking out a box from her storage ring.

After opening the box, Xiao Jinyu took out a palm-sized piece of animal hide from it.

Even from a distance, everyone could see patterns on the animal hide, resembling a map.

When Fang Xuan saw the animal hide, a glint of light flashed in his eyes.

Because this animal hide is exactly the same as the fragment of the map of the Azure Lotus Secret Realm in his hand!

"I suppose I don't need to introduce you anymore."

Xiao Jinyu said, "This animal hide is a map of a secret realm."

For a moment, everyone's eyes were fixed on the animal hide in Xiao Jinyu's hand, their eyes filled with greed.

A secret realm.

That is a separate little world.

It is rich in resources and offers countless opportunities.

Whether for a martial artist or a family power, obtaining a small secret realm means having the potential to rise to power.

"Of course, this map is just one of the maps of the secret realm."

Xiao Jinyu said, "After my Tianbao Tower appraised it, the entire map was divided into four parts. To find the location of the secret realm, we need to collect all four fragments of the map."

Upon hearing this, many people frowned slightly.

If it's just a fragment of a map, the price will be significantly reduced.

Moreover, who knows where the other three fragments of the map are scattered?

Trying to collect them all is like finding a needle in a haystack.

"Of course, I know it's not easy to collect the whole map."

Xiao Jinyu continued, "But I want to say that we must not give up easily, even if there is only a sliver of hope."

"After all, this is a secret realm."

Xiao Jinyu smiled and said softly, "But secret realms are all controlled by those major sects. There aren't many secret realms scattered around now."

"Missing this opportunity is like missing out on a tremendous chance."

Xiao Jinyu's voice possessed an extreme seductive power.

Especially with the smile on Xiao Jinyu's face, many people were momentarily stunned.

"Well said."

At this moment, an old man sitting in the first row slowly spoke up: "Spending some spirit stones is like buying an opportunity. This deal is still worthwhile."

Even if we can't collect all the maps, we can still resell them to people who need them and still not lose money.

"Name your price quickly."

Everyone spoke up, their faces filled with anticipation.

Despite some people's disappointment, most people are actually unwilling to give up this opportunity.

That's a secret realm.

Cultivating martial arts is inherently defying the heavens.

They seize any opportunity, however small.

"This fragment of the painting has no reserve price."

Xiao Jinyu smiled and said, "The usual rule: highest bidder wins."

Everyone was stunned by these words.

But some shrewd people frowned deeply.

No reserve price?

This means that what follows will be a bloody and fierce battle.

"Since no one has spoken, I will offer my own suggestion to get the ball rolling."

The old man in the first row chuckled and said, "One million yuan shi."

This price is neither high nor low.

But that was enough to dispel the idea of ​​some people.

"Since Elder Li has spoken, I will offer two million."

Then, a middle-aged man in the first row spoke with a smile.

"Three million yuan worth of stones."

"Four million yuan stone."

"..."

Although no reserve price was set, the price of the Secret Realm Fragment map instantly soared to six million gold stones.

Once the price reaches this level, very few people continue bidding.

"Eight million yuan stones!"

Just then, a voice came from the private room on the second floor again.

Fang Xuan's lips curled up slightly.

The one who spoke was Mingche.