The bidder was Dongfang Wei, the young master of the Dongfang family from Jiangnan.
Speaking of the Dongfang family, they were quite renowned in both the imperial court and the martial world. Among the four great sects of the martial world, who were bound by common interests yet also constrained each other, the Dongfang family was one of them. They feared no imperial authority and possessed considerable strength. Furthermore, another advantage of the Dongfang family was their wealth, and not just a little bit of wealth.
"Tsk," Xiao Man tsked.
Dongfang Wei falling into his hands, would he snatch it or not? That was the question!
With her current abilities, offending the Dongfang family seemed unwise. After all, the Dongfang family's possessions were not easy to steal, and Dongfang Wei himself was not someone to be trifled with.
The Phoenix Pearl was bought by Dongfang Wei for one million five hundred thousand. While Xiao Man was still contemplating whether to steal it, the Yaoyue Tower produced another item.
This item, Xiao Man had desired for a long time: the Nine Nether Underworld Flower.
"The Nine Nether Underworld Flower, an item added to the auction temporarily. It is extremely poisonous, with toxicity throughout its entire being, especially the stamen. Even if your internal energy is profound, after being poisoned by the Nine Nether Underworld Flower, you will not live for more than three hours. The starting bid is five thousand taels."
"Thirty thousand taels!" Xiao Man spoke before everyone else, her eyes filled with determination.
Wen Mohan looked at Xiao Man with confusion, "What do you want such a poisonous item for?"
"To eat."
Wen Mohan spat out his tea, nearly choking to death.
Xiao Man reached out to pat Wen Mohan's back, her gaze never leaving the Nine Nether Underworld Flower, as if it were already hers.
Nangong Yu's gaze fell on Xiao Man's hand. Xiao Man was still helping Wen Mohan catch his breath. His eyes deepened slightly, and his thin lips parted, "Fifty thousand taels."
Xiao Man glared at Nangong Yu with killing intent, "You bastard, don't cause trouble for me. I must have the Nine Nether Underworld Flower!"
"Sixty thousand taels."
"Xiao Man, you can't eat such a poisonous thing; it will kill you. You should stop bidding," Wen Mohan quickly advised. With this money, wouldn't it be more enjoyable to eat, drink, and play? Why would you be so determined to poison yourself?
"Seventy thousand taels!" Nangong Yu's thin lips parted, continuing to bid.
Xiao Man's eyes turned red. She glared fiercely at the host, who flinched under her gaze and then looked at Xiao Man obsequiously, "Does the young master still wish to bid?"
"I offer three Old Farmer Pills in exchange for that Nine Nether Underworld Flower. One Old Farmer Pill can increase one's cultivation by ten years."
"Old Farmer Pills!" As soon as Xiao Man said this, the martial artists present all looked at Xiao Man!
What did martial artists desire most? Naturally, it was things that increased their cultivation. And with Xiao Man presenting three Old Farmer Pills at once, did it mean she could also concoct more?
Nangong Yu's expression shifted slightly. Xiao Man was putting herself in danger. This didn't seem like her usual style.
"The Old Farmer Pills in the young master's hand..."
"Are made by the Medicine King, guaranteed quality!" Xiao Man lied with a straight face. Since the Medicine King wasn't present, giving him such high praise should be fine, right? After all, she couldn't afford to offend martial artists, nor did she want to be targeted. But the Medicine King was different; only those who were tired of living would dare to offend him.
Ye Qing, quietly huddled in a corner, slowly drank his tea. When had he ever concocted something called an Old Farmer Pill? This hat he was wearing was indeed quite grand!
The host looked at Nangong Yu, "This young gentleman has offered three Old Farmer Pills, valued at two hundred thousand taels. Do you still wish to increase your bid?"
Nangong Yu shook his head. The host immediately turned to Xiao Man, "Deal."
Xiao Man exchanged the three Old Farmer Pills for the Nine Nether Underworld Flower and happily left with the flower, unconcerned about what happened next.
Even knowing that many people were tailing her, she didn't pay them any mind. After all, once they were outside the Yaoyue Tower, these people would have to see if they had the ability to make a move!
Nangong Yu, concerned for Xiao Man's safety, sent Wuxiang to assist her. He, on the other hand, went to intercept Dongfang Wei. His true target tonight was the Phoenix Pearl that Dongfang Wei had acquired.
Xiao Man easily shook off the followers and handed the Nine Nether Underworld Flower to Qin Xue, who was hidden in the shadows. She then took a detour, changed into a night suit, covered her face, and headed in Dongfang Wei's direction.
She wanted the Nine Nether Underworld Flower, and she also wanted the Phoenix Pearl back!
Nangong Yu wanted the Phoenix Pearl, but he didn't want to confront the Dongfang family. Therefore, he deliberately leaked the news of Dongfang Wei obtaining the Phoenix Pearl to a certain elder who refused to leave the Tianji Pavilion. Then, under the cover of darkness, this elder, relying on his superior martial arts, snatched the Phoenix Pearl from Dongfang Wei.
Nangong Yu's plan was excellent: once Yu Qianmo snatched the Phoenix Pearl from Dongfang Wei, he would then, without anyone noticing, snatch it from Yu Qianmo. By then, the one who would offend the Dongfang family of Jiangnan would be this Demon Cult leader who was constantly wandering the martial world and facing danger! Sudan Novel Network.
However, the thoughts were beautiful, but reality was cruel.
Yu Qianmo did snatch the Phoenix Pearl, but it didn't end up in Nangong Yu's hands. Instead, it was intercepted midway. And who was the interceptor? Let alone him, even Yu Qianmo himself couldn't say for sure. When he was being pursued by Dongfang Wei, his mind went blank, and he handed it over to someone hiding in the shadows!
Nangong Yu was dejected, and a cold aura emanated from him, "So, you broke into the inn where Dongfang Wei was staying, snatched the Phoenix Pearl, and then gave it to someone you don't even know?"
Yu Qianmo nodded, "Yes. I always felt it was an old acquaintance."
"Old acquaintance!" Nangong Yu almost spat out a mouthful of blood. "Tell me, do you have any living old acquaintances? Are there any people you've been involved with who are still alive?"
"Let me tell you, don't push it!" Yu Qianmo protested, having been personally attacked.
"I'm pushing it!" Nangong Yu felt that how could Dugu Man have endured this guy back then? Could it be that Dugu Man's death also had a hand in this troublemaker's doing? Dugu Man was tricked to death by him. "Is it not pushing it to give the Phoenix Pearl to someone you don't know?"
"I really know her. She called me by name. Dongfang Wei was chasing me closely, so I had no choice but to give the Phoenix Pearl to her. Otherwise, how could I have escaped?"
"I..." Nangong Yu really wanted to beat Yu Qianmo to death. This person was so naive and so foolish. How had this kid managed to survive safely until now?
"Pavilion Master, Dongfang Wei is coming to Tianji Pavilion."
Nangong Yu looked at Yu Qianmo with murderous eyes, "You led him to Tianji Pavilion?"
"I had no choice. In a one-on-one fight, I'm not afraid of Dongfang Wei, but I can't withstand so many people ganging up on me. So I ran back here for help."
Nangong Yu was choked with emotion for a moment.
He had tricked Yu Qianmo into snatching the Phoenix Pearl precisely to prevent Tianji Pavilion from being implicated. Now, not only did he not get the Phoenix Pearl, but he was also dragged into it by Yu Qianmo. He regretted it deeply!
If he had known this would happen, he would have gone to snatch the Phoenix Pearl himself. Even if he offended the Dongfang family, at least he would have gotten the Phoenix Pearl!