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The Zihuang Auction House is located in the eastern district of Mingdu. Its interior and exterior architecture are predominantly imperial purple, with carved beams and painted rafters, giving it a magnificent appearance.
The exterior only has five floors, but upon entering, one realizes there is more than meets the eye. Yu Xin took out a black card, and a staff member led the six of them through various turns, into a special soul guide elevator, and descended.
A sensation of weightlessness came from below their feet. Feng Zaixing cast a questioning look at Yu Xin: "Why does Mingdu also like to build underground structures?"
The land on Douluo Continent is truly suffering, with large-scale construction happening everywhere.
Yu Xin blinked, indicating that underground architecture is a hidden and profound foundation.
"The Yu Family has many underground buildings. If you're interested, Big Sister can take you on a tour?"
"Cultivate is important, Cultivate is important."
Once again, he inwardly sighed at how rich these great Families were. Feng Zaixing deeply felt that the revitalization of the Sect was a heavy responsibility. How could one support such expenses without establishing a giant corporation?
The elevator stopped, and the six of them put on masks to symbolically conceal their identities, then entered the auction hall's private box through a special aisle.
The private box spanned several hundred square meters, with all facilities complete. The floor carpet was woven from the fur of a ten-thousand-year Blazing Lion King, and the sofas were covered with soft silk cushions from a thousand-year Snow Silkworm. The fruits served for hospitality were rare hundred-year and thousand-year spiritual fruits, items that would be auctioned in East Sea City.
Feng Zaixing and Na'er had previously lived secluded lives, and at this moment, they were as astonished as Granny Liu entering the Grand View Garden, finding it hard to imagine how much money these wealthy families truly possessed.
"The Zihuang Auction House is an industry of the Xu Family, so its lavishness is not surprising," Yu Xin said softly.
"The Xu Family... is it the former imperial Family?" Feng Zaixing's eyes flickered.
"Yes." Yu Xin nodded. There were many prominent Xu Families on the continent, but the only Xu Family in Mingdu worth mentioning was the former imperial Family.
After the Empire changed to a Federation, the Xu Family's power was greatly diminished, but it remained a top-tier Family, with considerable influence in both military and political circles. The current Family Master was an extremely strong individual, a veteran Quasi-God, titled Zihuang.
Furthermore, he was the nominal top leader of the military, the Minister of the Military Department, who, in the original timeline, conspired with Qiangu Dongfeng to bomb Shrek City, with the ferocious wolf Dong Zian under his command.
"The foundations are getting deeper and deeper, the strength of your Families is truly astonishing..."
Feng Zaixing sat upright, his arms tucked into his sleeves, and unconsciously, a vast net began to form in his mind, encompassing the upper echelons of Mingdu, covering all industries.
Normally, grassroots Geniuses of this era no longer had opportunities for advancement; at most, they could reach Dong Zian's level.
"Don't say that. With your talent, it's not impossible to achieve greatness in one generation. Big Sister is really looking forward to you crafting a set of Four-Word Battle Armor for Big Sister," Yu Xin chuckled.
Feng Zaixing's pupils widened in surprise, then he broke into a relieved smile: "I almost forgot, your grandfather and Teacher Zhen Hua are close friends."
"That's right, when Grandpa Zhen Hua joined the Forging Master Association, our Family provided funding. If we weren't in regular contact, I wouldn't have thought you'd be a strong candidate for the next Divine Craftsman."
Yu Xin half-reclined on the sofa, tilting her head. The light illuminated a captivating smile as she wiggled her slender, distinct jade fingers:
"So don't be polite with Big Sister. The Family won't blame me for spending money recklessly; our Family just loves to support Geniuses."
"So confident? What if I don't become a Divine Craftsman?" Feng Zaixing joked.
The Yu Family's investment capabilities were far stronger than the Ning Family's, no wonder they could endure for so long.
"Nonsense, Big Sister is willing, and the Family can't control it anyway." Yu Xin feigned anger and rolled her eyes.
What's wrong with this person? She's speaking kindly, but he always manages to annoy her.
Mu Ye and the other two exchanged smiles. The Yu Family's support was of great significance, and the Body Sect / Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineer Academy / Spirit Transfer Pagoda would all have a bright future.
"Ahem, actually, I wanted to say, if we're talking about connections through Teacher Zhen Hua, I seem to be a generation older than you."
Feng Zaixing spoke softly, observing Yu Xin's reaction, and tentatively said: "So, can I call you niece?"
"Are you courting death, trying to take advantage like that!"
As soon as these words were spoken, Yu Xin immediately bristled, disregarding her usual composure. She grabbed a silkworm gauze pillow and threw it at Feng Zaixing's face, determined to defend her status as Big Sister.
Damn, damn, damn, the little brother is rebelling! He's actually trying to get on top of her!
"Big Sister, I've been too nice to you, haven't I? Now I'll let you know how formidable Big Sister is!"
"Hey, hey, hey, I was just asking a question, I didn't actually mean for you to call me uncle, don't get excited, don't get excited... Na'er, quickly come help..."
Feng Zaixing dodged left and right, but it seemed the more he explained, the worse it got, and he wasn't sure if it was intentional.
Na'er watched anxiously, then had a sudden idea. She grabbed a pillow and joined Yu Xin in throwing it, causing Feng Zaixing to immediately see black.
"What? Na'er, you actually became a traitor..."
"Sorry, Big Brother, I'm helping Sister Yu vent her anger, so you don't have to be afraid..."
Na'er looked completely innocent, curving to save her brother, but the sparkling light in her eyes seemed particularly lively.
Mu Ye pretended not to see, cheering loudly in his heart: "This is the kind of lively chaos we need! This kid has good skills. If I had his two tricks, I wouldn't be single until now..."
Han Tianyi secretly nodded, sighing: "This is more like a child. He used to be so mature, it was truly stifling."
Cultivate should have a balance of work and rest. He used to think Feng Zaixing was a bit too reserved, but today was very good; he relaxed when he should.
Kong Yao and Luan Hongchen thought exactly the same: "The little fellows have such good feelings; maybe we'll drink their wedding wine someday."
..."The sixth auction item, a three-thousand-five-hundred-year Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum. Starting bid, twenty million federal currency."
On the auction stage, the impeccably dressed auctioneer unveiled the curtain, presenting the item to the wealthy patrons: a massive immortal chrysanthemum.
Kong Yao gazed intently, stroking his beard and speaking slowly, his expression becoming serious: "It is indeed a Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum. Besides the Tang Sect's Secret Realm, this treasure is rarely seen. I wonder if it was released by the Tang Sect."
Mu Ye's eyes were unblinking, wishing he could fly out, and he said word by word: "This Sect Master is determined to have it!"
The Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum is a recognized top-tier Heaven And Earth Treasure, capable of turning decay into wonder, transforming a Trash into someone with Innate full spirit power. Its benefits last at least until the Spirit Saint stage.
Immortal grades of ten thousand years or more can even enhance the Origin of experts like him, allowing them to break through bottlenecks.
The appearance of such an immortal item pushed the auction to a climax. Various wealthy patrons, including Mu Ye, quickly entered the bidding, and the auction price rapidly soared to seventy million.
Seeing the situation become extremely tense, the observing Yu Xin spoke clearly, causing the entire hall to fall into sudden silence.
"One hundred million federal currency, I light the sky lantern."
Lighting the sky lantern signifies a determination to win, meaning that anyone who bids will be outbid to the end. Only those with extremely strong assets can do this.
No one doubted the Yu Family's strength, and no one wanted to cause trouble, so the Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum was successfully sold.
Feng Zaixing rubbed half his face and thanked Yu Xin beside him: "Sister, that was very generous."
As the saying goes, he had the pig's head but couldn't find the temple gate. He wasn't short on money, but he lacked connections. This place was an internal welfare of the military group, and outsiders, no matter how rich, found it hard to enter.
"Annoy me less in the future, otherwise you'll have to pay for it yourself." Yu Xin turned her face away, ignoring him. This little brother needed a good lesson.
"Understood, understood."
Feng Zaixing looked around, using sound transmission: "Sister, when we return to the academy, let's talk privately. I have an idea for acquiring top-tier Heaven And Earth Treasure, let's do it together."
Yu Xin glanced at him, her eyes showing some disdain: "It's not some shady business, is it? Big Sister can afford to support you, don't go astray."
A bunch of black lines appeared on his forehead, Feng Zaixing's face was full of speechlessness.
"...Although it's indeed not a normal path, can you stop thinking so badly of me? I'm usually steady; I only rarely get so lively when I'm with you. If you don't believe me, ask Na'er."
"Also, I've been planning this scheme for a long time, and it's definitely feasible. The only difference is how much we earn. If our relationship wasn't so good, I wouldn't have come to you."
Yu Xin gazed at him, her eyes showing a peculiar expression, "I believe you. We'll talk more about it later."
The auction proceeded in an orderly manner. The seventh item was another immortal grade: a nearly four-thousand-year autumn water dew, with a starting bid of twenty-five million federal currency.
Feng Zaixing glanced at Yu Xin. Her pupils flickered with colorful light, suggesting she had come for it.
"It seems this item really came from the Tang Sect. They're quite capable."
Without hesitation, Feng Zaixing participated in the bidding this time: "Thirty million federal currency."