Chapter 597: Auction

Boss, it's the truth, don't mind my second uncle—he's just used to being a businessman, he sees everyone like that!

In the room, Bai Lie said to Su Yu.

Bai Lie felt somewhat helpless.

Afraid that his second uncle's personality would offend Su Yu.

By then, his relationship with Su Yu might develop some rifts.

This is something Bai Lie does not want to see.

Su Yu glanced lightly at Bai Lie and said, "Your second uncle is your second uncle, you are you—why would I take out my anger on you because of your second uncle?"

"Really?"

Bai Lie's eyes lit up slightly.

Su Yu nodded.

And just then, the Grand Elder's voice sounded faintly.

"Good grandson, saying such bad things about your second uncle—me—I'm hurt!"

The door opened automatically.

The Grand Elder entered with a resentful expression, looking at Bai Lie, showing a hint of sorrow.

Bai Lie's face turned slightly embarrassed.

Su Yu, meanwhile, calmly gazed at the Grand Elder, his expression unchanged.

The Grand Elder withdrew his gaze, landing it on Su Yu, and gave a light smile.

"No wonder you're the disciple of the Azure Dragon Saint—facing me, you remain so calm; it's no surprise Bai Lie could be subdued by you."

Su Yu did not speak.

Even if the Grand Elder overheard our conversation, it wouldn't make me embarrassed.

Just as Su Yu told Bai Lie.

The Grand Elder is the Grand Elder, Bai Lie is Bai Lie.

Su Yu's attitude differs depending on the person.

Perhaps because of his connection with Bai Lie, Su Yu won't be too cold toward the Grand Elder.

But neither will he be overly enthusiastic.

It's just about resources.

I have plenty of them.

The Bai Family's wealth—Su Yu really hasn't taken notice of it.

As for the Bai Family's strength....

Can it stand up to my own background?

Even if it could, Su Yu wouldn't fawn over it.

With no benefits at stake, why would I feel embarrassed?

Perhaps it's Bai Lie who feels more embarrassed.

"I just asked the owner of the Soul-Returning Herb, but he seems unwilling to do a one-on-one trade, preferring to trade at the auction."

The Grand Elder said lightly.

Su Yu nodded, saying, "If that's the case, then thank you, Grand Elder."

Since we don't want to trade, we'll just secure it at the auction—nothing more than a delay of a few days.

The Grand Elder looked at Su Yu with interest and said, "Speaking of which, the Soul-Returning Herb isn't cheap—last time it sold for a full ten million Heart of Law, even comparable to some lesser Imperial artifacts."

"Young friend, do you have enough Heart of Law? If not, my Bai Family can support you a bit."

Although Su Yu and Bai Lie's earlier remarks hinted at speaking ill behind someone's back.

But as a qualified merchant.

the Grand Elder naturally couldn't fly into a rage over this.

On the contrary, the Grand Elder began to appreciate him.

In his view, Su Yu is someone worth investing in.

The reason the Bai Family has stood firm in the Central Immortal Realm for so long is none other than because the Bai Family has invested heavily in heavenly prodigies.

And once those heavenly prodigies grow up, each of them will owe the Bai Family a favor.

As long as the Bai Family issues a call, countless experts will come flocking at that time.

To settle everything for the Bai Family.

And Su Yu is the target the Grand Elder has set his sights on.

Perhaps ten million Heart of Law is somewhat expensive for other forces.

But for the Bai Family, it's merely a drop in the bucket.

The Bai Family... what they lack most is money!

Moreover, in the Grand Elder's view, even if Su Yu is a disciple of the Azure Dragon Saint, he may not necessarily possess so many resources.

After all, the Azure Dragon Saint himself is a resource‑poor lord.

Regarding this, the Grand Elder is quite confident.

However, what surprised the Grand Elder somewhat was.

Su Yu's face remained calm, merely speaking politely.

"Thank you for your kindness, Grand Elder—I have naturally prepared enough Heart of Law."

The Grand Elder's face twitched slightly.

He sighed helplessly.

Well, it seems using the Heart of Law to invest in Su Yu is no longer possible.

Then we can only start from elsewhere.

After the Grand Elder casually chatted with Su Yu for a few sentences, he left.

Bai Lie also obediently followed behind the Grand Elder and left the room.

After everyone else had left, only Su Yu remained in the room.

Su Yu sat cross-legged on the bed.

"There are still a few days left; make the most of the time to cultivate."

"However, the Nine Heavens Spirit Gathering Array can't be used anymore, after all it's someone else's territory, and it's not safe inside the Executioner's Hall."

Su Yu murmured.

He then closed his eyes, and the Human Emperor Technique circulated.

Even without the aid of the Nine Heavens Spirit Gathering Array, Su Yu's cultivation speed cannot be matched by peers of the same realm.

A tenfold increase in cultivation speed from the Law Realm is no laughing matter.

Between heaven and earth, that faint power of law, like a ribbon, seeped into Su Yu's body bit by bit.

Accompanying the influx of the power of law.

Behind Su Yu, the black hole formed from the Devouring Law gradually solidified.

And the war sword forged from the Breaking Law also gradually solidified bit by bit.

Time always passes quickly in cultivation.

A few days passed in a flash.

Su Yu slowly opened his eyes.

Although a few days passed without any noticeable increase in his cultivation, Su Yu's mastery of the Human Emperor Technique became ever more proficient.

Moreover, Su Yu discovered that as his proficiency with the Human Emperor Technique continually increased.

The feedback from the Human Emperor Technique also grew greater.

If at the start of training it was tenfold, then as his proficiency grew higher, it has now even reached a twelvefold increase.

"Human Emperor Technique, what kind of technique is it exactly? Just the first layer is already comparable to a great divine ability; could it be, like my teacher's technique, a saint-level technique?"

Su Yu was somewhat curious.

Soon, Su Yu put away his curiosity.

After a quick wash, he left the room.

Outside the room, Bai Lie was already waiting; seeing Su Yu come out, he immediately waved excitedly.

"Let's go, boss, the auction is about to start!"

Su Yu nodded.

Following Bai Lie, through the White Family's special passage, they headed toward the auction house.

The way was smooth and unobstructed.

It even aroused envy in many people.

But after learning Bai Lie's identity, they all abandoned their thoughts.

Afterward, Bai Lie brought Su Yu to a most luxurious private box.

Inside the private box, there was a frosted glass-like object through which one could see the outside, but the outside could not see inside.

Inside the private box were luxurious sofas and the like, as well as various drinks and fruits.

Su Yu sat quietly on the sofa, waiting for the auction to begin.