Chapter 851
Li Luo's group stayed in Xi Ling City for one day; on the second day, led by Li Feng and accompanied by two Fourth Rank sealed marquises from Xi Ling City, they left the city and headed straight for the An Yu Feng Yin of Xi Ling Jing, thousands of li away. The vast region where the An Yu Feng Yin of Xi Ling Jing is located sits between two Li Li Tianwang powers; to avoid direct conflict, these two behemoths designated this area as a buffer zone, with neither side intervening.
They only cast their gaze upon this place when the An Yu Feng Feng Yin stirred.
This situation, however, allowed numerous scattered cultivators to gather here, giving rise to many cities and small powers.
The largest of these cities is named "Heiyunji," controlled by a power called "Heiyundian." It is said that its Hall Master is a Fourth Rank Marquis, placing him among the top tier in this region.
Of course, compared to behemoths like the Li Li Tianwang lineage, this Fourth Rank Marquis is truly insignificant. Thus, when the four Dragon-Head Tower Ships led by Li Luo roared down from the sky and finally hovered in the air not far from the city, no voice of expulsion came from within Heiyunji; instead, they adopted an attitude of willful blindness.
On the foremost Dragon-Head Tower Ship, Li Feng smiled at Li Luo, Li Li Fengyi, and the other two, saying: "This Heiyunji is the city closest to the An Yu Feng Yin of Xi Ling Jing, and it is also where countless scattered cultivators gather. Since the An Yu Feng Yin seal will not open for some time, if any of you are interested, you may visit the 'Heiyun Fang' within the city; it is a place where many scattered cultivators hunt for treasures and exchange information, and occasionally one might find something special."
Upon hearing this, Li Li Fengyi became quite enthusiastic; seeing this, Li Luo and the others naturally could not refuse. So the group disembarked from the tower ships and entered the city directly.
Originally, there were guards at the city gate, and entrants were required to pay some entry fee, but Li Luo's group passed through unimpeded, with no one blocking them; clearly, these guards had already received orders. "Haha, Brother Li Feng, what brings you to my Heiyunji today? This place cannot compare to your Xi Ling City." Just as they entered the city, a hearty laugh came from ahead. Li Luo raised his eyes and saw.
A group of people surged forward, with a middle-aged man in black clothing leading them. His build was burly, and he walked with considerable momentum, though a faint aura of killing intent lingered between his brows.
"Hall Master Liang Xiong, this Heiyunji is developing better and better." Li Feng looked at the newcomer and smiled faintly, then introduced him to Li Luo and the other three: "This is the Hall Master of Heiyundian, Hall Master Liang Xiong." The burly Liang Xiong also turned his gaze toward Li Luo's group. Although the latter appeared to be mere young men, from Li Feng's attitude, Liang Xiong vaguely guessed they must be nobles from the Li Li Tianwang lineage.
"Hall Master Liang Xiong, this 'Black Cloud Assembly' has indeed developed better and better." Li Feng looked at the newcomer, smiled faintly, and then introduced to Li Luo and the others: "This one is the Hall Master of the 'Black Cloud Hall', Hall Master Liang Xiong." The burly Liang Xiong also turned his gaze toward Li Luo and his group; although the latter appeared to be mere youths, from Li Feng's attitude, Liang Xiong vaguely guessed that they must be from the Li Li Tianwang lineage.
Li Luo and the others did not put on airs but instead clasped their hands in greeting.
Afterwards, Li Feng and Liang Xiong began talking, and the latter took the initiative to lead the way, guiding the group on a tour of the city before finally arriving at the so-called Heiyun Fang.
Inside Heiyun Fang, figures were numerous, presenting a scene of bustling prosperity.
Li Luo and the others scanned the area with their eyes, seeing that within Heiyun Fang, light curtains emitted by suspended light pearls divided the space into independent zones, each filled with numerous figures.
Each of these zones was like a small auction house, with people constantly ascending the stage to present treasures, techniques, and strange objects they wished to auction.
Although the venue was somewhat crude, the atmosphere was extremely lively.
Li Luo's group found it quite interesting; that Heiyunji could become the most prosperous city in this region indeed had some reason.
While wandering, Li Li Fengyi took an interest in participating in some auctions, while Li Luo and the others were less interested, as they were well-traveled and ordinary treasures could not stir their curiosity.
However, seeing that the items auctioned here were extremely miscellaneous, Li Luo felt a stir in his heart and asked: "Hall Master Liang Xiong, is there any 'Dragon Tooth Spirit Marrow' being auctioned here?"
He still had his cultivation of the "Zhongxiang Dragon Tooth Sword Array" in mind; this item was relatively rare and simultaneously expensive, so he wondered if there might be an unexpected gain here. Hearing Li Luo's question, Liang Xiong pondered for a moment and smiled: "Young master Li Luo's inquiries are always extraordinary. Dragon Tooth Spirit Marrow is very rare; it rarely appears here, as something costing tens of millions per drop is not something many people feel safe auctioning here."
However, seeing that the items auctioned here were extremely miscellaneous, Li Luo's heart stirred, and he asked: "Hall Master Liang Xiong, is there any 'Dragon Tooth Spirit Marrow' being auctioned here?"
"However..." But Liang Xiong suddenly changed his tone and said: "We do not have Dragon Tooth Spirit Marrow here, but someone is auctioning Dragon Teeth. From these Dragon Teeth, one might refine Dragon Tooth Spirit Marrow, and the price of these Dragon Teeth will be cheaper than finished Dragon Tooth Spirit Marrow."
Li Luo was stunned upon hearing this, then became greatly interested, saying: "Can you take me to see them?"
Dragon Tooth Spirit Marrow is refined from certain Dragon Teeth; if one cannot obtain finished Dragon Tooth Spirit Marrow, acquiring Dragon Teeth is still a good thing.
"However..." But Liang Xiong's tone suddenly shifted, and he said: "We do not have 'Dragon Tooth Spirit Marrow' here, but someone is auctioning Dragon Teeth; from these Dragon Teeth, one might be able to refine 'Dragon Tooth Spirit Marrow', and the price of these Dragon Teeth, compared to the finished 'Dragon..."
Liang Xiong nodded with a smile and said: "But I must remind young master Li Luo that not all Dragon Teeth can yield Dragon Tooth Spirit Marrow; often, returning empty-handed is the norm."
After speaking, he led the way ahead. A few minutes later, he turned and entered a zone marked by a light pearl, giving an order to someone. Soon, a person ascended the stage. "Everyone, what I am auctioning this time is five 'Dragon Teeth.' These can be used to forge treasures, imbued with Dragon Majesty, peerlessly sharp. They can also be added to certain pills. Most importantly, refining 'Dragon Teeth' may yield 'Dragon Tooth Spirit Marrow.' One drop of this is worth thirty million; it is absolutely worth the price."
The man who ascended the stage was lean. He produced five long jade boxes; opening them, five Dragon Teeth with some mottled traces appeared before everyone's eyes. Upon the Dragon Teeth, cold light seemed to flow, emitting an inexplicable aura of sharpness.
"The starting price for each Dragon Tooth is three million." As this person's voice fell, whispers arose in the venue. Not many people bid; among the three advantages he mentioned, the first two were quite normal but not worth this price, as they were merely auxiliary materials. As for the last one, although most enticing, everyone present knew clearly that not all Dragon Teeth could yield Dragon Tooth Spirit Marrow.
Spending fifteen million to buy five Dragon Teeth, if the refining ultimately failed, would mean almost total loss.
Li Luo waited a while, saw no one bid, and did not delve deeply into whether this was arranged by Liang Xiong. He turned and smiled at Li Li Fengyi: "Second Sister, my purse is empty; may I borrow some money from you for now?"
To be honest, he had only arrived at the Dragon Tooth Pulse a few months ago; all his resources had been used for cultivation, so actually spending over ten million now was quite difficult.
Upon hearing this, Li Li Fengyi said generously: "You want to buy these five Dragon Teeth? You must want to cultivate the sealed marquis technique of our Dragon Tooth Pulse? It's a small matter; consider it a gift from your Second Sister."
As the only daughter in the family, Li Li Jinpan doted on Li Li Fengyi immensely, so if one truly compared their wealth, even Li Jingtang was far from matching her.
Before Li Luo could speak, she said aloud: "Three million per tooth; I'll take all five."
The auctioneer on stage heard this and immediately showed joy; although this was merely the reserve price, being able to sell everything at once was a good thing for him.
To be honest, he had only arrived at the Dragon Tooth Pulse a few months ago, and all his resources had been used for cultivation; now to take out over ten million, it was truly somewhat difficult.
He loudly agreed and was about to directly announce the Dragon Tooth auction successful.
However, an accident always comes at the very last moment.
A slow, leisurely voice, carrying an unmistakable air of arrogance, rose at this moment, interrupting the auctioneer's shout.
"Four million per tooth. Today, whoever dares to snatch what I have set my eyes on?" The sudden turn of events made Li Luo's eyes narrow slightly. Li Li Fengyi, standing beside him, flew into a rage, turned her head toward the direction the voice came from, and saw a group of figures with extraordinary momentum directly tearing through the crowd behind and stepping into.
This auction house's lower platform.
Upon seeing the figure leading that group, Li Li Fengyi's eyes turned completely cold, and a chilling voice rang out. "Zhao Zhao Jingyu, are you stuffed to the point of madness?"
But accidents always arrive at the very last moment.
A leisurely voice, thick with barely concealed arrogance, rang out at this moment, cutting off the auctioneer's voice just as he was about to shout.
"Four million per root. Today, whoever dares to compete with me for what I want?" The sudden turn of events made Li Luo's eyes narrow slightly; Li Li Fengyi beside him also flew into a rage, turning her head toward the direction the voice came from, then seeing a group of imposing figures tear through the crowd behind and step into
the area below this auction platform.
Upon seeing the figure leading that group, Li Li Fengyi's eyes turned utterly cold, and a chilling voice rose. "Zhao Zhao Jingyu, are you stuffed to the point of madness?"
End of Chapter
