In the hall of the Guiyuan Sect.
"Esteemed Elders, I am entrusting the affairs of the sect to you during my trip to the Wei family."
Dongfang Shuobei gazed towards the Wei family's direction. Compared to his current self, his second brother Wei Haitian must be facing far greater difficulties. Furthermore, Dongfang Shuobei had also received news that the struggle for the throne of the Galaxy Empire was escalating.
The succession of an emperor and the shift of power were inevitable during each imperial transition.
"Yes, Sect Master!"
The elders bowed in unison upon hearing this, but a hint of worry flickered in each of their eyes, as the struggle for imperial succession was indeed extremely perilous.
Following this, Dongfang Shuobei's figure flashed and disappeared from the hall. Shortly after, he, along with Ye Xuan and Dongfang Qingkong, set off towards the Galaxy Empire's Wei family.
Before Wei Linglong became an Imperial Consort, the Wei family was merely a first-rate family in the Galaxy Empire. It was only after Wei Linglong ascended to that position that the Wei family's influence grew considerably.
One must remember that before becoming in-laws to the imperial family, the Wei family was at the bottom rung among first-rate families.
"Young friend Ye's trip to the Wei family will surely be worthwhile."
Dongfang Shuobei said with a smile. Along the way, Dongfang Shuobei introduced Ye Xuan and Dongfang Qingkong to various sights of the Galaxy Planet, unaware that a crisis targeting him was already approaching.
The next day.
A city appeared before the three of them. Dongfang Qingkong, upon seeing the incredibly magnificent city, was filled with shock. "Father, where is this!?"
"Heh heh..."
"This place is called Wushuang City, and apart from the Galaxy Imperial City, it is the most prosperous city!"
Dongfang Shuobei explained to the two. At one point, he recalled something, "Oh right, it seems to be the time for Wushuang City's centennial auction!"
"Every Wushuang City auction features numerous rare treasures and spiritual herbs!"
"I wonder if young friend Ye would be interested in participating?"
Dongfang Shuobei asked with a slight smile. Although he knew Ye Xuan was extraordinary, Wushuang City's auction was a place where even Dao Ancestors might appear, and there would undoubtedly be many precious items.
Upon hearing the words "spiritual herbs," Ye Xuan's eyes sparkled. These were very beneficial items for him.
"Alright."
With this thought, Ye Xuan did not hesitate. After all, spiritual herbs were what he lacked most at the moment. Of course, Ye Xuan also intended to auction a few Breakthrough Venerable Pills and Breakthrough Ancestor Pills, among others.
A few minutes later.
Ye Xuan and the other two, clad in black cloaks, arrived at the Wushuang Auction House. The grand entrance alone was over thirty feet high, making it seem like a sect.
"Three esteemed guests, please come in!"
The guards at the entrance of the Wushuang Auction House, sensing the aura of Dongfang Shuobei, a fifth-level Void Ancestor, did not dare to show any disrespect.
"Mm."
Ye Xuan, hidden beneath his cloak, grunted. "I wish to auction some items. What are the procedures?"
"To auction items, esteemed guest, please follow me!"
The guard captain personally led the three of them. Dongfang Shuobei and his son, upon hearing Ye Xuan's words, couldn't help but picture Breakthrough Ancestor Pills in their minds. Could it be...?
Wearing cloaks, and now with Ye Xuan intending to auction, it clearly implied a lot.
In an instant, father and son could already imagine the scene of the auction hall erupting.
This was no joke!
A Breakthrough Ancestor Pill, which could elevate a Void Ancestor expert by one level without any side effects, would absolutely cause a sensation throughout Wushuang City.
As expected.
A few minutes later, in the appraisal area.
Ye Xuan flipped his right hand, and five Breakthrough Ancestor Pills and three Breakthrough Dao Pills appeared!
He believed these eight pills would be enough to shock the entire venue!
As for what would happen next, no one knew, as both Breakthrough Dao Pills and Breakthrough Ancestor Pills were unprecedented occurrences in Wushuang City and even the Galaxy Empire.
The only thing predictable was that various factions would undoubtedly scramble to acquire them!
"Esteemed guest, please follow me~~"
At this moment, a sweet voice sounded from the side. A fair-skinned and beautiful auction staff member approached. It was worth noting that this young woman's cultivation was at the second-level Venerable realm, clearly a very talented individual.
Having such a talented young woman as staff demonstrated the high caliber of the Wushuang City Auction House!
A moment later.
The three arrived at a private room and took their seats. The beautiful staff member bowed slightly, "Esteemed guests, please wait a moment. The auction will begin shortly."
"During this time, please tell me if you have any requests. I will do my utmost to satisfy them..."
"Wishing you all a pleasant auction!"
With that, the beautiful staff member closed the door and waited outside, ready to be summoned by the esteemed guests at any moment.
"Alright!"
Just then, an auctioneer from Wushuang City stepped onto the auction stage and began the introductory remarks. "Welcome everyone to the centennial auction. This auction will last for seven days, with unexpected auction items each day."
"Without further ado, let us present the first auction item of today: a 100,000-year-old spiritual herb!"
"The starting bid is one million high-grade Emperor Crystals, with each increment no less than one hundred thousand high-grade Emperor Crystals. Bidding begins!"
As the auctioneer's voice fell, the hall immediately erupted in excitement.
1.2 million!
1.3 million!
1.5 million!!
In an instant, the bidding reached the two million mark. After all, compared to a 100,000-year-old spiritual herb, this amount was not much.
"Three million high-grade Emperor Crystals."
At this moment, Ye Xuan decisively made a bid, directly offering three million high-grade Emperor Crystals.
As expected!
This move immediately caused a stir throughout the hall. All eyes turned towards Ye Xuan's direction. Dongfang Shuobei, seeing this, unleashed his peak fifth-level Void Ancestor aura, which surged from the private room.
"Hiss~~"
Sensing Dongfang Shuobei's aura, numerous bidders gasped. Those who had intended to bid immediately abandoned their thoughts. This was no joke!
The other party was a peak fifth-level Void Ancestor expert. For a 100,000-year-old spiritual herb, there was no need to offend such a formidable existence!
"Three million high-grade Emperor Crystals, first bid!"
"Three million high-grade Emperor Crystals, second bid!"
"Three million high-grade Emperor Crystals, third bid! Sold!!"
With a *bang*, the gavel landed on the table. The crisp sound echoed, and with it, the transaction was completed. Ye Xuan, as desired, obtained the 100,000-year-old spiritual herb.
"Heh heh, excellent!"
"Next, please welcome the second auction item!"
The auctioneer then pulled with his right hand, and a red silk cloth slid away, revealing a red, malevolent longsword on the auction stand. It was a half-step Immortal Artifact-level weapon.
"This sword is called the Profound Iron Treasure Sword, forged from extraterrestrial meteorite, and its grade is half-step Immortal Artifact..."
"The starting bid is two million high-grade Emperor Crystals, with each increment no less than two hundred thousand high-grade Emperor Crystals!"
The auction continued in full swing. Ye Xuan also made several bids during this time, notably acquiring a 300,000-year-old spiritual herb for five million high-grade Emperor Crystals, truly showing various private rooms what true extravagance meant.
Time passed quickly. About an hour later, the auctioneer looked towards the private room where Ye Xuan and the other two were seated and smiled meaningfully. The next part should be the peak moment of the auction.