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Everyone stood dumbfounded, their expressions like the third emoji in your phone's sticker pack, all frozen where they stood.

Some even rubbed their reddened eyes, trying to determine whether they were seeing things. But they were not. That truly was the overlord of the Beast Mountain Range—a Sixth Rank Magical Beast, the Amethyst Winged Lion King!

Purple flames gradually rose, erupting abruptly across the Amethyst Winged Lion King's body at a speed visible to the naked eye. The scorching waves of heat left everyone below the Dou Huang realm staring in shock.

What kind of background did this Auction have? It actually used a Sixth Rank Magical Beast as a guard dog. This was simply unheard of!

Jia Xingtian, the emperor of the Jia Ma Empire, pursed his dry lips and instinctively glanced at the three Tier 5 Magical Beasts glaring covetously nearby. The emotions in his heart were once again elevated to a new level.

They had all heard of the Magical Beasts of the eastern region. These three Tier 5 Magical Beasts belonged to the Amethyst Winged Lion King and were also the overlords of this place. Though they were inferior to a Sixth Rank Magical Beast, if they joined forces, even the Amethyst Winged Lion King would find them troublesome.

"I never expected such an unbelievable Auction to appear in a small Monster Forest. I am now extremely curious to meet the Pavilion Master of this place."

Yun Yun, dressed in green, smoothed the wrinkles in her clothes and gazed at the three large characters on the plaque. In a gentle, elegant voice, she said, "Ascending Heaven Pavilion. I have cultivated alone for decades, yet I have never heard of such an Auction House anywhere on the continent."

Pill King Gu He smiled. "Perhaps it was established by an expert from some great clan seeking amusement. That is not impossible. Yun Sect Master, there is no need to be overly surprised."

"Mm." Yun Yun nodded. "What the Pill King says is reasonable. I wonder when Ascending Heaven Pavilion will open its doors?"

The gathered crowd all shook their heads. They had only received notice to arrive at Ascending Heaven Pavilion on time; the exact opening time had not been disclosed in advance.

Lion King Yan Shi, one of the Jia Ma Empire's Ten Great Experts, came to Gu He's side. "Old He, are you sure there is something here that we want? Or did you come just to show them some respect?"

Gu He sighed. "Naturally, I came to show them some courtesy. The other party is quite formidable, and judging by their attire, they are not from our Jia Ma Empire. Such an expert cannot be offended. Otherwise, the ranks of the Jia Ma Empire's experts may have to shrink."

Pill King Gu He naturally could not see through Niu Meng's cultivation, only sensing a surging aura from him. However, as an alchemist, he had encountered countless Dou Huang experts and could naturally discern the mystery behind it.

After careful consideration, Gu He decided to bring Lion King Yan Shi and Wind Walker Feng Li, two of the Jia Ma Empire's Ten Great Experts, to investigate.

Yet he had not expected so many Dou Huang experts to descend upon this place today. Even members of the imperial family had come.

It was simply unbelievable.

But it also showed that Ascending Heaven Pavilion's strength was definitely extraordinary.

Creak...

The heavy gates were slowly pushed open.

Niu Meng, Li Xiao's capable assistant, strode out in large steps. With every step he took, the ground trembled, startling the myriad beasts into submission.

The crowd also composed themselves and turned to look at this senior.

Pill King Gu He blinked, then clasped his hands in salute. "I am Pill King Gu He. Greetings, Senior."

"May I ask, Senior, did you establish this Ascending Heaven Pavilion?"

Niu Meng's gaze was profound as he replied indifferently, "I am merely a fighter. Ascending Heaven Pavilion has another master. However, the Pavilion Master has ordered that the first round of the Auction will officially begin in half an hour. I hope everyone will remain within a hundred meters of the Auction House."

"These Magical Beasts were captured by us to serve as guards. There is no need to mind them."

Upon hearing this, everyone looked on in shock. Using a Sixth Rank Magical Beast as a guard—what a terrible waste! Could this Ascending Heaven Pavilion be from the Central Continent?

It was simply outrageous!

Yet it also filled them with fear. Ascending Heaven Pavilion was absolutely not an existence they could afford to provoke. One wrong move, and they might lose their lives.

Yun Yun, the Sect Leader of the Misty Cloud Sect, became even more curious about Ascending Heaven Pavilion. It was filled with an air of mystery.

She had come this time to see what was different about the items Ascending Heaven Pavilion would auction. If there was something she needed, that would be even better.

She simply did not know whether the money she had brought would be enough.

Time passed second by second, and everyone's hearts rose to their throats. The four Magical Beasts around them kept watching them, making them feel somewhat uneasy.

The Amethyst Winged Lion King curled his lip and sneered inwardly. A bunch of ignorant humans. If not for that matter the Pavilion Master promised This King, why would This King become a guard dog... bah, a gatekeeper?!

Xu Hour at night.

The moonlight was bright, and a cool breeze drifted through the air.

The time had finally come.

Under everyone's expectant gazes, the doors of the Auction House were pushed open once more.

However, the one who appeared this time was not Niu Meng, but an exquisitely beautiful woman dressed in white. She held a sword in her arms. Her features were delicate, her temperament icy, and her cold eyes were fixed upon them.

When the crowd met her gaze, they all sensed a sharp killing intent. The very air seemed to have frozen.

"Everyone, the time for the Auction House has arrived. Please enter!"

Linglong made a welcoming gesture with one hand, then led the crowd into the first floor of Ascending Heaven Pavilion.

She reminded them, "First, Ascending Heaven Pavilion does not permit fraud. All experts participating in auctions here must abide by the rules."

"Second, fighting is forbidden. Ascending Heaven Pavilion will spare no effort in driving out anyone who ignores the rules. Should they refuse to comply, life and death will be decided."

After she spoke the words "life and death," the surrounding air grew much colder. Some lower-ranked Dou Wang and Dou Ling cultivators even trembled all over.

"Third, all auction items go to the highest bidder. If one party cannot produce the corresponding Gold Coins, their auction qualifications will be revoked, and they will not be permitted to enter Ascending Heaven Pavilion for ten years."

"Fourth, after the Auction ends, Ascending Heaven Pavilion will undergo a month-long cleanup. Everyone must leave within ten days. At the same time, fighting is forbidden within fifty li of this place. Those who violate this order will be executed!"

Everyone's expressions turned grave, yet not a single person voiced any doubts. These were rules set by the other party—what reason did they have to refuse?

Besides, if they angered the other party, perhaps a single finger would be enough to reduce them to ashes.

Entering the grand hall.

Everyone's pupils contracted again. The splendid and majestic first floor of the Auction made them unable to stop swallowing. Even the imperial palace of the Jia Ma Empire likely did not receive such treatment.

In particular, every chair around them was crafted from the finest sandalwood, each worth at least ten thousand.

It was clear that Ascending Heaven Pavilion's grandeur far surpassed their imagination. They became even more convinced that the person behind it definitely came from the Central Continent!