Fighting: I am Han Feng, I respect my teacher

The service in big cities is much better than in small restaurants in Qingshan Town. It was the first time Lin Xian'er had eaten teahouse food, and she still felt unsatisfied after putting down her chopsticks.

After the meal, Han Feng drank half a cup of tea and then glanced at the hourglass.

"It's almost time, let's go."

After settling their bill, Han Feng and Lin Xian'er headed to the Black Rock City branch of the Mittel Auction House, where people were already beginning to enter.

At the end of the street, a broad-shouldered man strode forward, accompanied by several richly dressed people.

Pedestrians around them made way, and Han Feng heard a staff member from the Mittel Auction House step forward and bow, saying, "Master He, this way please."

Seemingly familiar with the place, the man did not reply and walked straight into the auction house, with the staff following closely behind, afraid of being neglected.

"Battle King..."

Han Feng said softly.

In the Gama Empire, the Battle King is already a true powerhouse.

These days, Han Feng has only encountered low-level cultivators in the Jia Ma Empire, and the only Dou Huang he has met is from an ancient clan.

This is the first time I've seen a powerful figure from the Gama Empire.

Lin Xian'er looked up at Han Feng, "Master, what's wrong?"

"It's okay, let's go in."

Han Feng smiled and led Lin Xian'er into the auction hall.

"Row 15, seat 153, please come this way, sir."

The maid led Han Feng to the vicinity of the designated place and then left.

The Xuan-level venue was quite spacious, with large intervals between seats, completely unlike the crowded and chaotic scene of a typical auction house.

Lin Xian'er looked around curiously. Seeing that Han Feng sat down and kept quiet, she obediently sat down as well and kept her mouth shut.

As more and more people entered the venue, a solemn bell rang.

A slender, elegantly dressed female auctioneer swayed her hips as she walked from backstage onto the stage.

The light refracted by the crystal focused on her, highlighting her as the center of the venue.

Lin Xian'er stared wide-eyed at the graceful female auctioneer, her previously tightly closed mouth slowly opening.

so beautiful!

Like a country child squeezing into a wealthy circle to watch a grand performance for the first time, Lin Xian'er was stunned; so this was what auctions were like.

"Welcome to Mittel Auction House for today's Xuan-level auction. I am auctioneer Mittel Eileen, and it is my honor to explain this auction to you. In addition to the items listed on the invitation, we have also prepared a mysterious auction item, which I believe will not disappoint you."

The event started by keeping everyone in suspense, but no one was annoyed. Instead, they were all looking forward to what the auction item, which Mittel Auction House called "mysterious," could be.

Mittel Eileen gave a perfectly timed, alluring smile and began to introduce the first item up for auction.

"Red-scaled Purple Bamboo, a third-tier medicinal herb and tool, can be used for medicine and alchemy, as well as for crafting and refining weapons. It also has extremely high ornamental value; placing it in the courtyard can cool down and relieve heat. In the royal bamboo forest of the Gama Royal Family, there is a hundred-year-old Red-scaled Purple Bamboo. Buying it will allow you to experience the enjoyment of royalty. Starting bid: three thousand gold coins."

For most nobles in the Gama Empire, money was not hard to come by, and they were not lacking in fighting skills, which were passed down in their families.

In contrast, an elegant and tasteful lifestyle is what they pursue in their daily lives.

Adding fun to a dull life is either about comparing yourself to others or about finding a way to do so.

The name "Royal Bamboo Forest" stirred the blood of the wealthy and noble people.

Buying this red-scaled purple bamboo is a sure way to make a profit!

"Five thousand gold coins!"

One person held up a number plate and called out their bid.

"Seven thousand!"

Soon, another person followed suit.

"Eight thousand!"

"Ten thousand!"

Everyone started bidding, and as the atmosphere grew increasingly heated, Mittel Eileen's lips curved slightly, maintaining a polite smile, and occasionally checking in on the latest prices.

Han Feng looked at the red-scaled purple bamboo on the auction stage with great interest. It wasn't just nobles and the wealthy who liked beautiful things; Han Feng liked them too.

In Maple City, there is a bamboo forest. The outer perimeter is planted with fourth-tier Aohan bamboo, while the area near the Xiangshe Elegant Courtyard in the center is planted with fifth-tier Heng bamboo—Yu Liuli.

Not only is it aesthetically pleasing, but it also has a calming and soothing effect.

In terms of value, it far surpasses that of the red-scaled purple bamboo.

The price had already soared to 18,000 gold coins and was still rising.

"Twenty thousand!"

"Twenty-three thousand!"

The fact that the person who made the final bid increased the price by three thousand gold coins shows that they were getting a little anxious.

A single Tier 3 Red Scale Purple Bamboo, under normal trading conditions, would fetch around 10,000 gold coins; anything above that would be a premium.

However, in many cases, these rare spiritual plants are priceless and unavailable for purchase, so a premium is a normal phenomenon.

Han Feng held up the number plate and slowly said, "Thirty thousand."

Ten seconds passed, and no one raised the price.

With a smile, Mittel Eileen struck the gavel, announcing the successful sale of the first item.

"Congratulations to customer number 153 for successfully trading the Red Scale Purple Bamboo. You can now proceed to the back-end to trade, or continue the auction and trade together after it ends."

Han Feng put down the number plate without getting up. Mittel Eileen, with her usual beautiful smile, nodded slightly to Han Feng before continuing to introduce the second item for auction.

After that, Han Feng rarely made a move. His target was always the Heavenly Origin Flower. If it weren't for it, Han Feng would never have visited the Mittel Auction House.

During the auction, Han Feng asked Lin Xian'er if she had any ideas, but the little girl was very shy. Even though her eyes sparkled with curiosity and longing as she looked at each item, she still shook her head.

Having no other choice, Han Feng bid on another storage bracelet, intending to give it to Lin Xian'er later.

Finally, the item up for auction was the Heavenly Origin Flower.

"The Tianyuan Flower, ranked as a fifth-tier herb, is the main ingredient for refining the fifth-tier pill, the Tianyuan Pill. This pill can promote secondary development of the human body, making the body rejuvenated and full of vitality. For some cultivators who have exceeded the optimal breakthrough age, it is equivalent to a second chance for advancement. Even if taken alone, it can increase vitality and energy. For guests who want to continue their lineage, this should be a precious medicine that adds to their success."

Mittel Eileen cleverly linked the Heavenly Origin Flower and the Heavenly Origin Pill together, making the older cultivators think about how wonderful it would be if they could have a second chance to advance.

Starting bid: 100,000 gold coins!

"I'll pay 150,000!"

"Two hundred thousand!"

"Two hundred and fifty thousand, don't even try to take it from me!"

Han Feng raised an eyebrow slightly. Under Mittel Eileen's deliberate guidance, the price of this Tianyuan Flower seemed to have increased somewhat artificially.

Actually, if you want to increase the chances of having children, the fourth-tier Yuan Yang Grass will be more effective. Of course, this only applies to low-level cultivators. For high-level cultivators, the methods will be more difficult.

Especially for families that are extremely strict about bloodlines, the process of having offspring is very particular.

They are pursuing not only the birth rate, but also the purity of the bloodline of their offspring.

Ultimately, the fifth-tier herb, Tianyuan Flower, isn't that useful for procreation.

I already said it's just icing on the cake.

Han Feng sighed. Facing a group of fierce competitors, he would probably have to spend more money this time.

"Five hundred thousand, I hope fellow Daoists can give this old man some face..."

"Five hundred and thirty thousand!"

Before he could finish speaking, the voice of the bidder drowned out the old man's voice, showing no regard for the other party.

"These fifth-tier herbs aren't something you can just come across easily."

"I am the president of the Blackrock City Alchemist Guild," Si An said with a smile.

"I'm sorry, fellow Daoist, but as an alchemist, I just can't bear to miss out on rare medicinal herbs."

The old man remained silent with a sullen face, clearly indicating he had no intention of continuing the bidding.

This alchemy branch president named Si An is a genuine fourth-grade alchemist. Even the head of the He family treats him with great respect. It would be unwise to offend him for the sake of a medicinal herb.

However, just as Mittel Eileen was counting down, Han Feng raised his number plate.

"Six hundred thousand."

Without any flattery or coercion, Han Feng spoke calmly.

Si An narrowed his eyes and looked at Han Feng. This bidder, who was quite powerful, was a complete stranger and did not seem to be from Blackrock City.

While I was pondering, the countdown for the Heavenly Origin Flower had reached its final three seconds.

"Six hundred and thirty thousand."

Si'an continued to participate in the auction.

"Seven hundred thousand."

Han Feng remained unfazed and continued to raise the price.

Si An pondered for a moment, then finally shook his head.

His estimated price was around 500,000, and judging from Han Feng's bidding momentum, he was probably determined to win.

If that's the case, then there's no need to offend a stranger with such an imposing presence.

Who knows, the other party might be a powerful cultivator.

"Congratulations to the guest in position number 153 for successfully bidding on the Tianyuan Flower."

This time, Mittel Eileen didn't repeat herself. Instead, she simply offered her congratulations and took a half-step back.

despair!

Suddenly, the lights dimmed, leaving only a beam of light illuminating a platform that slowly rose.

"Keeping everyone waiting."

Mittel Eileen reappeared, this time in an elegant and simple outfit. As she revealed the final mysterious item, a rich fragrance of elixir filled the air, igniting the atmosphere in the venue to a climax.

"A high-grade fourth-rank pill, the Spirit Advancement Pill!"

"Its function is self-evident: it helps cultivators at the Great Dou Master level condense Dou Crystals within their bodies and assists them in advancing to the Dou Spirit level!"

Mittel Eileen looked at the entire audience: "This pill was refined by Master Fama, the Grand Master of the Alchemists Guild of the Gama Empire. Our Blackrock City branch also spent a considerable amount of money to obtain the auction rights for this pill."

"Its starting bid is one million gold coins!"

The Jinling Pill is generally used when a Great Dou Master breaks through the Douling barrier. It is a breakthrough-type pill and is at least half as expensive as other pills of the same grade, or even more than double.

In most small and medium-sized cities, a cultivator specializing in fighting spirits is perfectly capable of serving as the city lord.

Even in a family of Dou Wang, Dou Ling is still the mainstay, which shows that the value of this pill is far greater than a million gold coins.

Not to mention, this Jinling Pill was personally refined by Master Fama, which would further increase its price.

As Mittel Eileen finished speaking, people began bidding.

This time, Han Feng didn't make a move. Instead, he took Lin Xian'er's hand and led her backstage.

The Jinling Pill, which was being fiercely contested by others, was not even as valuable as a Red Scale Purple Bamboo to Han Feng.

When the staff in the back saw Han Feng take out his number plate to complete the transaction, they all showed respectful expressions.

They had been keeping a close eye on the situation at the venue. This guest, number 153, had won items worth a total of one million gold coins in one auction, which would allow him to upgrade to a platinum user.

"Sir, what payment method would you like to use?"

The staff prepared the items Han Feng had ordered and then asked him questions.

Han Feng took out the purple-gold card and handed it to the other party.

Upon seeing the gold card, the staff member was visibly taken aback. He then slowly inserted the card into the ATM, and the astonishing number on it made his eyes dazzle.

Upholding his professional ethics, he deducted the million gold coins and, with trembling hands, handed the card back to Han Feng.

"Sir, please accept this."

Han Feng took the purple-gold card and led Lin Xian'er outside.