Magic City Auction

After Lin Tian followed Martial Saint Yuanming out of the room, he found Nangong Ya, Nangong Sheng, and Nangong Qingwan already waiting at the door.

"There are quite a few good things at this auction. The Nangong Family intends to get its hands on some of them."

Seeing Lin Tian's surprised expression, Nangong Ya said with a smile.

"Isn't today the main hall exhibition?"

"The things displayed in the main hall shouldn't be anything your Nangong Family lacks, right?"

Lin Tian asked doubtfully.

"Hehe, then you don't understand. The main hall exhibition is where you can unearth hidden treasures. The most exciting part of every year's auction is this time."

Nangong Ya chuckled.

Seeing her like this, Lin Tian knew Nangong Ya must have picked up a bargain during the main hall exhibition before. Otherwise, she would not be so excited.

"The auction house will arrange accommodations. We won't need to return to the Nangong Family for the next two days."

"With me protecting you, don't worry."

Martial Saint Yuanming said this specifically to Lin Tian.

"You usually act so cheeky. Why are you so timid?"

"What do you know? This is called being cautious!"

Lin Tian retorted unhappily.

"Once I've built up enough strength, just watch and see whether I go to the Imperial Capital!"

The others could not help finding Lin Tian's words amusing.

"There's nothing wrong with being cautious. After all, he's Blue Star's second Extreme Martial Artist. Too many powerful people have their eyes on him."

Nangong Sheng said.

Afterward, the five of them headed toward the Magic City Auction under the lead of a Nangong Family vehicle.

"Magic City's annual auction is held at Blue Star Pearl. That building can be considered one of Blue Star's landmark structures."

"Blue Star Pearl!"

Lin Tian knew of that building. It stood three thousand meters tall, and when he had first heard that height, he had been utterly dumbfounded.

"Blue Star Pearl must have used some technology beyond Blue Star's. Otherwise, it would be difficult to build it so high."

"That's right."

Nangong Sheng nodded.

"Many major events on Blue Star are held at Blue Star Pearl, and many important figures will be there."

"This annual Magic City Auction will not only draw people from Dragon Nation. Top Lineages from other countries will also send representatives."

"Your identity as an Extreme Martial Artist has already been exposed. You'll probably draw a lot of attention."

"I know."

Lin Tian nodded.

Five hours later, the five arrived at Blue Star Pearl's reception area.

The top aristocratic families all had dedicated staff to receive them.

"Five hours, another five hours!"

Lin Tian had truly underestimated the size of Magic City.

"You'll get used to it. After all, that technology can't be exposed."

Martial Saint Yuanming said. Then, led by an attendant, the five entered Blue Star Pearl.

"The auction is on the thousandth floor, a fixed venue. Once we enter, you'll probably attract attention, since you're walking together with the Nangong Family."

As the elevator continued rising, Martial Saint Yuanming said to Lin Tian.

"The main hall exhibition is basically a place for you juniors to make connections. People like us won't participate."

"If there's anything you want, just buy it. Take the plaque in front of the item, and that treasure will count as having been claimed by you. No one else can buy it. If you don't have enough money, ask us for it."

"Mm!"

Lin Tian answered.

The entire Blue Star already knew that he was an Extreme Martial Artist.

However, under the Dragon Nation higher-ups' interception, videos showing his appearance had all been deleted. Such methods were useless before those top aristocratic families and major forces.

Those people certainly knew who he was.

When the elevator slowly came to a stop, they had arrived on the thousandth floor of Blue Star Pearl.

The instant the elevator doors opened, the vast sight before him surprised Lin Tian.

At first glance, he could not even see the edge of the venue.

"The main hall exhibition has already begun. More than ten thousand people from forces large and small have gathered here. Stay with us for now. Once the time is right, you can go speak with others together with Qingwan."

Nangong Sheng said solemnly.

If only the Nangong Family had come, he would not have been worried in the slightest.

Magic City was the Nangong Family's home ground. Who would dare make a move against the Nangong Family in Magic City?

But the presence of Lin Tian, an Extreme Martial Artist, filled everything with uncertainty.

The moment the five appeared in the exhibition hall, many people turned their eyes toward them.

"The Nangong Family is here. That must be Nangong Qingwan, Nangong Yun's daughter. Her talent is no less than her mother's."

"The Nangong Family has arrived. Find a chance to go make their acquaintance."

"That Nangong Qingwan is so beautiful..."

"Who are those two in the Nangong Family's group? Why haven't I seen them before?"

In just a moment, countless discussions rose throughout the hall.

Nangong Sheng, Nangong Ya, and Martial Saint Yuanming remained calm. Even if they heard the discussions, they would not stop them. It was normal to become the focus of attention in a place like this.

Although everyone was extremely curious about Martial Saint Yuanming and Lin Tian, not a single person dared step forward to ask.

At this time, the Nangong Family was the only top force to have arrived at the auction.

The other forces were still on their way.

"Let's go and see whether we can dig up any good treasures."

Nangong Ya entered the exhibition hall excitedly and began inspecting the treasures one by one.

"This is your first time here. Follow us and broaden your horizons first. You can act alone later."

Martial Saint Yuanming said to Lin Tian, then went with Nangong Sheng and Nangong Qingwan to Nangong Ya's side.

The five wandered among the countless treasures, but they never made a purchase.

Until Lin Tian saw one treasure and stopped in front of it.

Essence Augmentation Flower: Can increase different amounts of mental power according to the user's talent.

Price: Ten million Dragon Country Currency.

"What, do you want to gain mental power in advance?"

"The Essence Augmentation Flower is a treasure that increases mental power. You haven't developed mental power yet, so it's of no use to you."

Seeing Lin Tian stop, Martial Saint Yuanming came over to inspect it and asked after recognizing it.

"There must be treasures here that can help you develop mental power. Let's keep looking."

"I've already developed mental power."

Martial Saint Yuanming had just been about to take Lin Tian elsewhere when he heard those words.

"You've already developed mental power? When? How are you sure it's mental power?"

He instantly turned around and pressed for answers.

"I have my own methods. I've already confirmed that I developed mental power. Is this Essence Augmentation Flower worth buying?"

Lin Tian shook his head and continued asking. The Essence Augmentation Flower, a treasure that enhanced mental power, did not exist on Ji Ming Star, where Martial Saint Fancang was. He could only ask Martial Saint Yuanming.

Seeing Lin Tian persist, Martial Saint Yuanming could only answer.

"The effects of the Essence Augmentation Flower vary from person to person. Mental power can increase greatly or barely at all, depending on talent. Ten million is a fair price, but most people would not choose it."

"Depends on talent? Then it suits me very well."

Lin Tian nodded. Just as he was about to take the Essence Augmentation Flower's plaque to make the purchase, a hand suddenly reached out and snatched the plaque away before him.

A mocking voice sounded to Lin Tian's left.

"You've looked for so long without buying. This isn't a place for people like you."