dmims Chapter 21 of the First Person
Chapter 21 of the First Person
"Okay! Thank you, Master!"
"No need to thank me, this is what I should do."
Halfway there, Zhenhua suddenly slapped his forehead. "Oh dear! Today is such a happy day. I almost forgot about the auction today."
"Chenran, let's go. Today, your master will take you to the auction in Tiandou City. We'll buy whatever we like."
Zhenhua may not have much else, but he's incredibly rich. Today's auction is a perfect opportunity to strengthen the bond between him and his apprentice.
Upon hearing about the auction, Mu Ye, who had just left the kitchen, agreed, saying, "Yes, my good disciple, let's buy one item at a time. Let that rich dog Zhenhua pay for it all."
Zhenhua smiled slightly, "If I'm going to pay, it will be for the three children. You'll have to figure out how to pay for yours yourself."
“From now on, I will only cook for the three children. You will have to figure out how to cook for yourself.”
Seeing the two start bickering, Aruheng immediately took out a large bag of sunflower seeds and shared them with Qiangu Chenran and Na'er. The three little ones sat aside, munching on sunflower seeds and watching the two childish kids argue.
After Zhenhua and Muye finished arguing, the group boarded Zhenhua's car and headed towards the Tiandou Royal Auction House in the city center.
The Heavenly Dou Royal Auction operates in three formats: weekly, monthly, and annually. Qian Gu Chen Ran and his group participated in the annual auction, which boasts the highest level of prestige.
Unlike the previous two types of auctions, which only require a certain amount of entry fee, the annual Tian Dou Royal Auction is based on status and power.
Either one must be a two-word battle armor master, or a member of a powerful force or a reclusive family, or one or their family elders must hold high positions in the Federation to be eligible to enter this level of auction.
Stepping into the Heavenly Dou Royal Auction House, Zhenhua's face was the best proof. He was the president of the Blacksmiths Association and the only master craftsman on the continent.
Zhenhua's identity and face had long been known at various auction houses, ensuring that all staff members remembered his face. This was to prevent any staff member from recklessly provoking Zhenhua.
As he walked up the stairs leading to the private rooms on the second floor, Qian Gu Chenran casually glanced at the people already seated in the hall below. Even with such a high threshold, over a hundred people were already seated below.
"Master, is the Heaven Dou Royal Soul Guide Auction always this full at the beginning every year?"
Zhenhua affectionately stroked Qiangu Chenran's little head, a smile playing on his lips. He was becoming increasingly satisfied with this disciple; his keen observation skills truly made him worthy of being the next patriarch of the Qiangu clan.
"Although I don't participate every year, this situation is rare. When this happens, it means the items at this auction are very valuable!"
"Soul bone?"
"not sure!"
Mu Ye pursed his lips. "Good disciple, people from your Xuanming Sect have come too."
Following Mu Ye's gaze, Qian Gu Chen Ran saw six figures dressed in black robes with golden Xuanwu patterns about to enter.
Advanced Soul Masters have extremely sharp perception, not to mention that Qian Gu Chen Ran had no intention of hiding his sight at all.
One of the boys frowned and followed the gaze. He wanted to see who dared to look at their Xuanming Sect so brazenly.
But when he saw those indifferent blue-gold heterochromatic eyes, his mouth dropped open and he cried out, "Boss, boss!"
The other major powers, who were also expecting to watch the spectacle, were slightly taken aback by the young man's appearance. They had thought the young man from the Xuanming Sect would be furious, but what was with this respectful demeanor?
Qian Gu Chenran smiled and waved to the Xuanming Sect members before following Zhen Hua to the private room reserved for the Blacksmith Association.
Chapter 42 Titan Snow Demon and Whale Glue
The boy watched in disbelief as Qian Gu Chenran entered the Blacksmith Association's private room, and was about to speak to the middle-aged man beside him when the man gave him a sharp rap on the head.
As the group entered the Xuanming Sect's private room on the second floor, the young Xu Tianyuan looked at the middle-aged man with dissatisfaction and asked, "Dad! Why did you hit me?"
Xu Tianyu, a middle-aged man, looked at his reckless son and felt a surge of anger. He grabbed his ear...
"You idiot, didn't you see those forces waiting to laugh at us? If it weren't for Chen Ran looking at you today, would you have gone up and beaten up anyone else who looked at you?"
I've told you so many times, keep a low profile, keep a low profile, keep a low profile. Look at you…”
Seeing Xu Tianyuan shed tears as he was being scolded by Xu Tianyu, Xu Zhoulai, the young man sitting next to Xu Tianyu, quickly pulled his furious father back.
“Uncle Tianyu, Tianyuan is still young. He must know this time that he should keep a low profile when he goes out, right, Tianyuan?”
Xu Tianyuan nodded hurriedly, "Dad, I know I was wrong. I'll never do it again." Looking at Xu Tianyuan's reddened eyes, Xu Tianyu patted his head.
“Tianyuan, don’t blame your father for being strict. But we Xuanming Sect members must not be unreasonable when we go out, lest we give others something to talk about. We can’t be like Shrek Academy.”
Xu Tianyuan nodded, understanding his father's good intentions. "Okay, Dad. Can I go play with the eldest brother now?"
Xu Tianyu pondered for a moment, and before he could speak, the elder at the head of the group nodded. "Tianyuan, go! Chenran is your closest friend in the Xuanming Sect."
"Thank you, Grandpa. I'm going to find the boss now." Watching Xu Tianyuan's happy departing figure, everyone present looked at the elderly man at the head of the group.
The old man picked up the precious tea leaves that the Heavenly Dou Royal Auction House had specially prepared for each private room, brewed a cup of tea, and said calmly, "This is all permitted by the former sect leader."
Xu Tianyu nodded in relief, then looked at his father, Xu Tianhua, with a hint of excitement. "Dad! Chenran attended the auction with Zhenhua, which means..."
Xu Tianhua smiled and nodded. "Being chosen by Zhenhua means that Chen Ran has the potential to become a master craftsman. Once Chen Ran becomes a master craftsman, hmph! Shrek Academy's good days are about to begin."
The people present couldn't help but feel their hearts surge with emotion at the thought of this scene. Qian Gu Chen Ran held a special position in the Xuanming Sect, and even without awakening the Xuanming Turtle Martial Soul, his lofty status in the Xuanming Sect remained unshaken.
The major Soul Master factions have always prioritized strength. Unfortunately, the top three strongest members of the Xuanming Sect are Qian Gu Chenran's maternal grandfather, second maternal grandfather, and maternal uncle.
In addition, there's his own father, grandfather, and uncle who are all Limit Douluo level cultivators, and his mother who is a level 98 Super Douluo. The entire Xuanming Sect wholeheartedly approves of this situation.
Na'er's eyes lit up as she looked at the luxurious decorations, expensive carpets and sofas in the private room, as well as the various spiritual fruits on the dining table.
Zhenhua sat in the middle of the three sofas placed in the center of the room, smiling at the three little ones, "Come on! Chenran, Na'er, Aheng, order whatever you want to eat, I'll pay for everything."
Qian Gu Chenran sat down next to Na'er, casually picking up a purple jade fruit and looking curiously at the packed hall below. The auction items looked quite attractive.
Just as he was talking with Na'er and Aruheng, who were sitting on either side of him, a knock on the door interrupted their conversation. Zhenhua glanced at Muye, who used his mental power to investigate and then shook his head.
"Please come in!"
The door was pushed open, and Xu Tianyuan peeked inside furtively. As soon as he saw Qian Gu Chenran, he shouted, "Boss, long time no see!"
Upon seeing that the visitor was Xu Tianyuan, Qian Gu Chenran happily went to greet him, "Tianyuan, it's been a long time!"
Seeing Qian Gu Chenran chatting happily with Xu Tianyuan, ignoring her, Na'er pouted.
Ugh! Wasn't she the boss's first underling? Where did this little turtle come from?
Qian Gu Chenran introduced Xu Tianyuan to his two masters, his senior brother, and Na'er.
Xu Tianyuan quickly bowed to Zhenhua and Muye, saying, "Xu Tianyuan, a disciple of the Xuanming Sect, greets President Zhenhua and Sect Master Muye."
Zhenhua smiled and reached out his hand, using his soul power to lift Xu Tianyuan up. "Since you are Chen Ran's friend, then come and participate in the auction with us!"
Xu Tianyuan nodded happily, and Qian Guchenran pulled him to sit on the sofa on the far right and asked curiously, "Tianyuan, what good treasures are there at this auction? They've attracted your whole family."
"Hey! Boss, you don't know, the Heavenly Dou Royal Auction House got incredibly lucky and managed to get several live Demon Soul Great White Sharks and a live Titan Snow Demon! We came here specifically for the Titan Snow Demon."
Everyone present became interested upon hearing this. In this day and age, although the Demon Soul Great White Shark lives in the sea year-round, it can still be seen. However, very few Soul Masters have seen the Titan Snow Demon in the past hundred years.
Xu Tianyuan said excitedly, "My martial soul has mutated to the ice attribute, so we came to participate in this auction."
Xu Tianyuan had a heart set on becoming a powerful attack-type Soul Master since he was a child. As the race of Titan Snow Demon King, one of the three Heavenly Kings of the Far North, Titan Snow Demon is undoubtedly a top-ranking existence among super Soul Beasts.
Moreover, in this era, spirit spirits crafted from spirit beasts can be passed down as a family's foundation. Even if a family doesn't need them, they can exchange them for resources with other forces.
Qian Gu Chen Ran nudged Na'er, who had puffed out her cheeks after sitting down next to him again. "No, that Titan Snow Demon couldn't have attracted so many people. Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School, Blue Lightning Tyrant School, Tang Sect, War God Hall, Star Sword Ye Family."
Zhenhua looked at Qian Gu Chenran with admiration and asked, "Chenran, what kind of treasure do you think would attract so many forces?"
"A soul bone, probably quite old!"
Qian Gu Chenran calmly gazed at the brightly lit auction hall below, the lights now dimmed. The auction had begun!
"Good evening, distinguished guests. Our annual auction is now officially open." As the pleasant female voice rang out, a woman in a red cheongsam walked out from behind the curtain.
Her well-fitting cheongsam accentuated her graceful figure, and her bright smile, illuminated by the lights, exuded warmth and friendliness.
"Distinguished guests, I am your auctioneer, Ye You. We have prepared fifteen precious items for this auction, and I wish you all the best in finding your desired items."
The auction officially began as a cart was pushed onto the auction stage.
"Distinguished guests, this is the first item in this auction: a piece of whale glue that is ten thousand years old."
Through the soul guide screen behind the auction stage, three palm-sized golden gelatinous objects came into view.
"Ladies and gentlemen, this is fresh whale jelly that our auction house harvested just last week. It is extremely helpful in improving the physical fitness of Soul Masters. The starting price is six million Federal Credits, and each bid must be at least five hundred thousand Federal Credits."
Without Ye You needing to explain further, the Soul Masters present were all familiar with the effects of whale glue, and in no time, the price had been raised to thirteen million Federal Credits.
Zhenhua looked at Qian Gu Chenran and said, "Chenran, let your master buy this piece of whale glue for you! We blacksmiths also really need it to improve our physical fitness."
Qian Gu Chen Ran waved his hand and said, "No need, Master. I have already mastered the basics of the Flawless Golden Body. The Ten Thousand Year Whale Glue is of little use to me."
Mu Ye and Aruheng nodded in agreement. Their Body Sect's secret technique could far surpass the enhancement of a Soul Master's body compared to that so-called Ten-Thousand-Year Whale Glue.
Long Aotian gave it a thumbs up.
Chapter 43 The Awkward Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School and Dog Shit
"Fifteen million!"
"Sixteen million!"
"Nineteen million!"
"Twenty million!"
Na'er looked curiously at the person who had called out the bid of 25 million, a middle-aged man with gray hair sitting in the corner of the hall.
"Boss, why is this whale glue so valuable?"
Qian Gu Chen Ran took a sip of juice. "This piece of whale glue is a bit overpriced. But it's not that much off."
Zhenhua nodded. "Chenran is right. There are differences between different types of whale glue. Although this piece of whale glue is also ten thousand years old, judging from its color, it's at most twenty or thirty thousand years old. Moreover, this whale glue definitely didn't come from a top-tier soul beast like the Demonic Orca."
If it's from a demonic orca, we can smell the aroma even if we're sitting on the second floor.
"Hey! Why does that guy look so familiar?" Xu Tianyuan, who was sitting on the sofa eating and drinking with Aruheng, scratched his head.
He and Aruheng hit it off immediately. Although Xu Tianyuan was somewhat arrogant about his status and often looked down on people, he was essentially kind and simple-minded. Otherwise, Qian Gu Chenran wouldn't have gotten along so well with him!
Aruheng himself was a pure-hearted person. He not only had no jealousy towards his master's high hopes for Qian Gu Chenran, but also wholeheartedly agreed with him.
Aruheng felt a headache coming on at the thought of having to deal with a bunch of sect affairs for the sake of the revival of the Body Sect. He was very self-aware.
He wasn't cut out for it, but his junior brother was different; at first glance, he could tell that his junior brother had the potential to become a sect leader.
"Twenty million per time!"
"Twenty million twice!"