"In addition to auctions, they also run many other businesses, such as selling intelligence, processing secret treasures, forging Star Coins, space exploration, hiring armies, and even auctioning Great Thousand Worlds."
After hearing this, Xiao Chen could not help but feel a headache. He secretly clicked his tongue, "How is this possible? With such a huge force, wouldn't it be comparable to Bushin Palace?"
Ao Jiao smiled faintly and said, "In the future, you will know how vast and ancient the Kunlun Realm is. It far surpasses your imagination. Several of the ancient Sovereign Noble Clans have even more ancient histories than the Bushin Palace. They have existed for a very long time, becoming immortal."
Xiao Chen chatted with Ao Jiao about the past of the Kunlun Realm as he casually walked around the hall, admiring the treasures for auction.
Suddenly, his eyes focused on a crystal cabinet. Inside was a piece of beast hide paper, which was the formula for a medicinal pill.
The Breaking Sage Pill could increase the chances of a cultivator breaking through the bottleneck of Martial Sage. The price was thirty thousand Astral Coins.
A fixed price meant that if a guest could pay that many Astral Coins, they could take this item away and not appear in the auction.
"Strange, why does such a precious pill formula only cost thirty thousand star coins?"
Xiao Chen summoned a pretty maidservant in the hall and voiced his doubts. The bottleneck to Martial Sage was extremely difficult. How could this Alchemic Recipe only be worth this much Astral Coins?
The pretty maidservant explained with a smile, "Honored guest, this Alchemic Recipe uses the refining methods of the Immortal Epoch. Ever since Grandmaster Jin was killed in the Kunlun Realm, this refining method became extinct."
Master Jin was a famous grandmaster Alchemist in the history of the Kunlun Realm. His achievements on the path of Alchemy were so great that later generations could not even see his back.
Rumor had it that Xiao Chen possessed a Spiritual Bone and brimmed with talent. In an Immortal Sect Remnant, he obtained the Immortal Epoch's Alchemy methods. After modifying them, he created many Peak Grade Alchemic Recipes.
Unfortunately, his appearance destroyed the benefits of the original orthodox alchemists, and he died in an assassination before he was even thirty years old.
The Breaking Sage Pill in front of him was a top-grade pill. Even his descendants were unable to learn his pill concoction method. In addition, he had passed away early, so this pill formula had become a mere decoration.
There were many similar Alchemic Recipes circulating in the Kunlun Realm. Several Alchemists did not believe in heresy and bought them to study.
However, not long after, they would return the price at half price. That was because the strange refining method left them completely confused.
It had nothing to do with the refining method that they had been taught. They couldn't figure it out at all.
After listening, Xiao Chen's heart thumped loudly. However, his expression did not change. He smiled and said, "You are quite honest. You told me everything in detail."
The maid smiled tenderly and said, "It's not a secret. That customer must have suffered a great loss to sell it at such a low price. However, with this fixed price of thirty thousand star coins, I reckon that no one will buy it. The chances of it being auctioned off in two days is very high. "
"I'll buy it."
Xiao Chen said to the maid as he looked at the Alchemic Recipe under the crystal glass with a fervent gaze.
Shock flashed in the maid's eyes. She felt it was strange. Why did Xiao Chen still want to buy this Alchemic Recipe when he knew about its uniqueness?
However, there were always some people in this world who would not give up until they ran into a wall. The maid quickly recovered her wits and said, "In that case, come with me to the back to settle the bill. I will bring the Alchemic Recipe to you immediately."
"Wait a moment. You should be collecting dragon bones, right?"
Thirty thousand Astral Coins was actually quite a lot. A regular half-Sage would only have about two hundred thousand Astral Coins. As for Xiao Chen, he only had one hundred thousand Astral Coins.
Spending thirty thousand Astral Coins in one go would inevitably hurt Xiao Chen. Then, he thought of the most valuable treasure in his hands.
The maidservant leading the way said calmly, "Dragon bones? Coiling Dragon bones? Earth Dragon bones? Fire Dragon bones? Flood Dragon bones? Dragon bones? Dragon bones? Dragon bones? Dragon bones? Dragon bones?
"True Dragon bones."
The maid instantly stopped and quickly turned around. Then, she revealed the sincerest smile and said, "True Dragon bones! I'll bring you to the VIP room. A Venerate will personally receive you. "
The pretty maid's expression when she heard about True Dragon bones astonished Xiao Chen.
"It looks like I underestimated the value of True Dragon bones."
"That is true. Aside from the Dragon Burial Mound, it is hard to find another place with True Dragon bones in the vast Kunlun Realm. Furthermore, the True Dragon Cave is not a place you can enter just because you are strong. Most of it depends on luck. "
"In that case, I can probably sell it for a good price. I have more than a hundred pieces of True Dragon bones. Perhaps I can really redeem you."
"Haha! In that case, you are too naive. How can I be worth so little Astral Coins? You'd better save them for the things you need."
Following behind the maid, Xiao Chen and Ao Jiao quickly conversed. Soon, they arrived at the VIP room on the third floor.
The maid smiled and poured a cup of tea for Xiao Chen. "Please have some tea. I already sent someone to inform the Venerates. They will not take long."
After knowing that Xiao Chen was selling True Dragon bones, the attitude of the maidservant before him underwent a complete change, becoming extremely attentive to his needs.
Xiao Chen held the teacup made of glazed purple crystal jade and smiled faintly as he received the teacup.
"I am Xiao Mei. I have not asked for Young Master's name and which sect you are from."
The maid named Xiao Mei exuded a boundless charm. She started to try to worm information out of Xiao Chen.
After taking a sip of tea, Xiao Chen put down the teacup and glanced at the girl. He said softly, "I am from the Haotian Sect, Xiao Chen."
Naturally, Xiao Chen would not be easily tempted by this girl. As they chatted, the other party did not manage to obtain any useful information.
"Creak!"
Not long after, the doors to the VIP room opened. A noble girl wearing purple phoenix robes walked in leisurely.
Her jet-black hair was coiled into a cloud-like bun and adorned with a simple-colored phoenix hair ornament. She gave off a feeling that she was ambitious and that she was going straight to the clouds.
Her eyes were like autumn water, and her skin was as lustrous as white jade. This girl exuded an air of nobility. Of all the girls that Xiao Chen had seen, only Princess Ying Yue could suppress her.
"Xiao Mei, you may withdraw first. I will entertain this Young Master." The maid's red lips parted, and her voice was as clear as flowing water. It was very memorable.
Xiao Mei was somewhat startled. She did not know why the one who came was a Grand Venerate, Nangong Qiong. She replied respectfully and withdrew.
"Supreme Sky Sect's Xiao Chen, the bearer of the Sky Dome Realm's Luck. Three months ago, you fought against Bai Wuxue at the Dragon Burial Mound and did not lose a hundred moves. Last night, when you fought with Wu Yuankai, you were the one who chased him away."
The noble girl smiled gently as she looked at Xiao Chen with a pair of charming eyes.
Ao Jiao had already introduced the Flourishing Heaven Pavilion's origins. The moment the other party opened her mouth, she revealed her identity.
Xiao Chen was not surprised. He sat calmly on the rattan chair and raised his eyelids slightly. He looked at the other party calmly and said, "That is me. However, I do not like to speak nonsense, especially with strangers. Stop trying to probe me."
Clearly, this girl had never met someone as direct as Xiao Chen before. He did not bother with pleasantries and went straight to the point. Clearly, she was not used to it.
"Take out the dragon bones. Let me take a look."
Xiao Chen casually tossed, and a segment of True Dragon remains slowly drifted towards the other party.
Nangong Qiong quickly caught the dragon bone with her lily-white hands. With one look, she knew that it was real. She raised her head and said, "It is indeed a True Dragon bone. Although it is a subordinate dragon of a low status, it is still very valuable. This segment can be exchanged for two thousand Astral Coins."
Two thousand Astral Coins … Xiao Chen had more than a hundred segments. He kept some for his own use and sold a hundred segments. That was two hundred thousand Astral Coins.
Xiao Chen had not expected the True Dragon bone in his hands to be so valuable. Given this, he would not need to be a spectator in this auction.
"Deal. I have one hundred segments of True Dragon bone. We can make the transaction now."
Nangong Qiong had not expected such a large sum. She hesitated for a while but did not rush to speak.
Xiao Chen frowned and asked, "What's wrong? You don't believe me? Or does your Flourishing Heaven Pavilion feel that there is no need to collect so many True Dragon bones?"
"No. Young Master, don't misunderstand. True Dragon bones have always been rare and have many wondrous uses. Naturally, the Flourishing Heaven Pavilion will not complain about having too many. However, if you sell such a large number of dragon bones to me in Hunluo City, you will suffer a great loss. "
Xiao Chen asked interestedly, "What do you mean?"
"It is just across from the Flourishing Heaven Pavilion. The shops of the Eternal Heavenly Sword School purchase dragon bones all year round. Furthermore, they sell them at twice the market price.
After understanding the situation, Xiao Chen smiled faintly. Then, he looked at the other party and said, "You are an interesting person. Instead of doing business, you are pushing it away."
"Hand over the Alchemic Recipe. I'll buy it."
No matter how interesting the other party was, Xiao Chen could not let himself suffer a loss. Naturally, he would not come here to sell the dragon bones.
Nangong Qiong felt somewhat angry. Earlier, this fellow was praising her. Now, he changed the topic and made his intentions clear.
Nangong Qiong handed over the Alchemic Recipe for the Breaking Sage Pill and said, "This Breaking Sage Pill is priced at thirty thousand Astral Coins. Actually, that is an exorbitant price. If you really want to buy it, the base price of ten thousand Astral Coins is more than enough."
"Oh, in that case, I'll auction it off in two days. Goodbye," Xiao Chen said as he stood up.
Seeing Xiao Chen leave just like that, Nangong Qiong felt extremely depressed. Before she could finish speaking, Xiao Chen had already opened the door and left, disappearing long ago. ---
Outside the Flourishing Heaven Pavilion, Ao Jiao felt suspicious. She said, "It looks like that girl still has something to say. Why did you not give her a chance at all?"
Xiao Chen said softly, "This woman's origins are unknown. She is strong and has many thoughts. It is best to have less contact with her. I wonder, why is this Eternal Heavenly Sword School spending so much money to purchase dragon bones? "
Ao Jiao analyzed rationally, "It should be to refine Medicinal Pills. True Dragon remains are an essential ingredient for many Sage Grade Medicinal Pills. Such a large-scale purchase shows that the success rate of this Medicinal Pill is much lower than that of a regular Sage Grade Medicinal Pill. They need to have sufficient True Dragon remains. "
Xiao Chen raised his head and looked to the front. Then, he said, "We have arrived at the Eternal Heavenly Herb Store."
What Nangong Qiong said was true. There was indeed an Eternal Heavenly Sword School herb store across from the Flourishing Heaven Pavilion. They could see it after a few steps.
After entering, Xiao Chen stated his purpose for coming. The manager immediately beamed with joy and completed the transaction with Xiao Chen.
The hundred segment True Dragon remains were exchanged for a total of four hundred thousand Astral Coins. This way, Xiao Chen had more than five hundred thousand Astral Coins on him.
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