Chapter 289: Immortal Phoenix Hall
Immortal Phoenix Hall,
As the leading merchant sect from the Yuan Central Continent, Immortal Phoenix Hall wielded unparalleled influence across all trading circles. Its branches spread across all continents of this broken realm, making it the most trustworthy trading organization.
They mainly traded in Spiritual Materials, Spiritual Treasures, cultivation pills, and manuals that were hard to find elsewhere. One could also buy various information if they had enough Spirit Stones. Even slaves from different species could be bought here.
There was also a rumor that if someone had enough Spirit Stones, Immortal Phoenix Hall could even help send them to other continents.
Even the small Azure Sword City had a branch of Immortal Phoenix Hall, although it only sold various cultivation resources like low-grade spirit herbs, formation flags, and basic cultivation manuals suitable for Foundation Establishment cultivators.
Although Immortal Phoenix Hall held auctions fours times a year, today's auction was different.
This was because the Tribulation Realm was about to open again. With high-level cultivators gathering from the vast lands of the Hanxu Dynasty, the auction items would also include rare treasures specifically useful for surviving inside the Tribulation Realm.
Not only in the Hanxu Dynasty, but also in the other four Dynasties, such auctions were happening at the same time.
At this moment,
Lucian and his group stood before a grand five-story building, which appeared majestic in the snowfall.
The structure was crafted from rare Spiritual Wood that emitted a calming fragrance.
Above the main entrance, the words "Immortal Phoenix Hall" were carved into a piece of thousand-year-old Spiritual Bamboo.
Both entrances of the hall were crowded with cultivators, all eager to participate in the auction.
Lucian observed that the left entrance was used by most 'ordinary' cultivators, while the right one seemed reserved for those with special status.
Within moments, a thin male servant of the Immortal Phoenix Hall quickly approached Lucian and bowed respectfully, "This honored guest, will you join the regular auction hall? Or the private room where you can view the auction through the Spirit Screen?"
Lucian didn't waste time asking for details. He simply waved his hand, taking out a unique jade token from his space ring.
The token was blood-red with a small golden guqin engraved on it, emitting a soft spiritual light.
As soon as the servant saw the token, his eyes constricted with shock. He immediately bowed even deeper, "Forgive this lowly servant for not recognizing Young Master's status! Please wait a moment, honored guests. I'll fetch an elder of our hall to personally escort you to the private room."
The servant's attitude changed completely as he immediately contacted an elder.
Five breaths later,
An old man wearing a gray daoist robe led them through the right entrance, bypassing the waiting line of nobles and all the Empires' cultivators who frowned at this special treatment.
While following the old man who led the way, Nysa curiously asked in a low voice, "Is that the Empress's token?"
Lucian nodded, "Before leaving the Empress Palace, I asked her for an identity token to ensure we wouldn't be troubled by trivial matters during the auction."
Iris pouted with dissatisfaction, "Even though that old hag insulted mother yesterday, you're still trying to get close to that woman? Why? What's so special about that Empress anyway? Her body isn't even that impressive compared to mother's... cough.. mine…"
Lucian raised an eyebrow and laughed, "It seems my wife is jealous, huh?"
Iris looked away, her purple hair swaying with the movement, "Why would I be jealous? I'm just saying you shouldn't waste time with that old hag when we have important things to do."
Lucian leaned forward and whispered, "Don't worry, your husband will soon give you your due special treatment."
Iris's beautiful face immediately turned crimson, her purple eyes widening with embarrassment. The tips of her ears reddened as she bit her lower lip, trying to suppress a smile.
"Brother Lucian, what is a special treatment? I also want one if it makes sister Iris so happy," Sylvia innocently asked.
Lucian chuckled, "In that case, after Iris, I'll give you yours too, Sylvia. Just be patient."
Nysa also silently leaned forward, "Young Master, this pet of yours is also in need of some special care. It's been a while since you fed me properly…"
Lucian's grin widened sadistically, "Well, well… seems like I'll have a tough time concentrating on the auction."
The old man pretended as if he hadn't heard anything, keeping his face expressionless while leading them through a long corridor decorated with spiritual beast paintings.
Soon they reached the top floor of the Immortal Phoenix Hall, where the most luxurious private rooms were located.
The old man opened the room, revealing a beautiful interior that left them impressed.
There was a big black sofa that could easily accommodate five people, covered with silk cushions made from spirit beast fur.
Along with it was a small table filled with wine bottles, glasses, as well as various Spiritual fruits and Spiritual Beast meat.
On the east side was a 10 meter wide and 4 meter high screen, which at this moment reflected the stadium below where the auction items would be showcased.
"Young Master, you can pour your Spiritual Energy in this Array Formation to change what's on the spirit screen as you wish.
But of course, just like nobody can see you inside this room, you can also not probe other private rooms. Also the array formation in this room, although can't block a Ruler Realm cultivator's Divine Sense, if such high stage cultivator tries to do so, the formation will immediately alert you," the old man spoke, pointing at a small array formation carved on the table.
"Young Master, use this jade slip to announce your bid. This treasure will also change your voice, so you won't have any problems being identified in the future.
Also because of your special identity, the auction hall will give you a 30 percent discount on each item you successfully buy," The old man took out an Azure colored jade slip and placed it on the table while explaining the function of the spirit screen and how to place a bid.
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Meanwhile,
Outside the Immortal Phoenix Hall, a young man with crimson hair abruptly halted his steps!
With a flick of his wrist, he summoned a small sword.
Carefully, he channeled his Spiritual Energy into the small sword, it began to tremble violently.
Then the small sword lifted from his palm, hovering in the air, before its tip pointing directly at the Immortal Phoenix Hall!