As Hong Ling and Jiang Donghua walked forward, the land beneath their feet gradually changed from the barren Gobi to undulating mountains.
In the distance, the core area of Black Corner Region Heavenly Snake City.
However, Hong Ling's pace gradually slowed down.
"Senior sister?"
Jiang Donghua noticed something strange about her and asked in a low voice.
Hong Ling frowned slightly, and gently touched Storage Ring with his fingertips, feeling the Dou Qi surging in his body.
Eight-star Dou Ling Peak!
It is only one line away from the Nine Stars.
"It seems that we need to make a breakthrough first."
She whispered to herself, looking around.
Black Corner Region's mountains have always been a place where ferocious beasts run rampant and bandits lurk, but for her, it is the safest retreat.
Because no one would have thought that someone would dare to break through in a place like this!
"Let's go into the mountains."
Hong Ling said lightly.
Jiang Donghua was stunned.
"Now?"
The two went deep into the mountains, avoiding the territories of several Tier 5 Demonic Beasts, and finally stopped in front of a hidden cave.
The entrance to the cave was covered by dense vines, and the surroundings were silent. Only the occasional roar of beasts proved that this was not a dead place.
"That's it."
Hong Ling raised his hand and waved, lightning flashed, and the vines at the entrance of the cave instantly turned into ashes.
Jiang Donghua looked around warily.
"Senior sister, do you want me to clean up the monsters around you?"
Hong Ling shook his head.
"No need, too much movement will attract attention."
She walked into the cave and a ray of thunder ignited at her fingertips, illuminating the damp stone walls.
The cave is not spacious, but it is concealed enough.
"You stay outside and don't let anyone get close."
Hong Ling sat cross-legged, turned his palms, and a red pill appeared, Fire Spirit Pill!
Jiang Donghua nodded, held the knife in his hand tightly, and retreated to the entrance of the cave.
Hong Ling took a deep breath and swallowed Fire Spirit Pill.
"Boom--!"
The violent Fire attribute energy instantly exploded in the meridians, and the scorching air flow swept through the whole body, and the skin turned a faint red.
"Hmph!"
She groaned, beads of sweat dripping from her forehead, but her eyes were still cold.
Breakthrough is never easy!
The energy of Fire Spirit Pill collided with Lightning Attribute Dou Qi in her body. Two completely different forces intertwined and tore inside her body, trying to burst her meridians.
But Hong Ling's will is as strong as iron and he remains unmoved at all.
"Fire Spirit Pill, you want me to back down?"
She sneered, formed seals with her hands, and the thunder Dou Qi in her body was running wildly, forcibly suppressing the Fire attribute energy and refining it bit by bit.
As time passed, Jiang Donghua outside the cave could clearly feel the energy fluctuations coming from the cave, sometimes violently, sometimes silently.
Most of an hour passed quietly.
"Boom!!!"
A majestic aura erupted from the cave, and the rubble around the cave was shaken and rolled down, and even the nearby monsters fled in terror.
Jiang Donghua turned around suddenly, only to see Hong Ling walking out slowly, with a faint light of thunder lingering around him, and his aura was deeper and sharper than before!
Nine-Star Battle Spirit!
"Senior sister, you succeeded?!"
Jiang Donghua said in surprise.
Hong Ling The corners of his lips raised slightly.
"It's just a breakthrough, what's the difficulty?"
She raised her head and looked into the distance, her eyes like knives.
"Now, it's time to go to Heavenly Snake City."
Heavenly Snake City's city gate stands majestically, with ferocious stone statues of snake-like monsters standing on both sides. Each statue is lifelike, with its scales glowing coldly, and its snake pupils inlaid with dark red gems, as if they will come alive and bite people at any time.
This is Heavenly Snake Mansion's territory!
Black Corner Region is chaotic and disorderly, but in Heavenly Snake City, there is a rare order.
There is no other reason, just because behind this city stands Northwestern Continent, one of the top superpowers, Heavenly Snake Mansion!
A Dou Zong Elder sits here all year round, frightening Xiao Xiao.
"The entrance fee is one thousand gold coins per person."
The guard guarding the city said coldly, his eyes sweeping over Hong Ling and Jiang Donghua with scrutiny.
Jiang Donghua silently took out the gold coin and handed it over, and then the guard let him go.
Stepping into the city, both of them couldn't help but be slightly startled.
Busy, orderly, even... clean!
On the wide streets, pedestrians are passing by, there are many shops, and the sounds of hawking are coming and going, which is no different from other big cities in the outside world.
If you didn't occasionally see a few Black Robes with cold breaths hurriedly passing by, you would almost forget that this is Black Corner Region.
"Senior sister, this place is almost the same as Blood Raven City."
Jiang Donghua said in a low voice.
Hong Ling nodded lightly.
"A place with Dou Zong in charge is naturally different."
She glanced around. Although the streets were busy, there were still many eyes prying in the dark.
No matter how orderly Heavenly Snake City is, it is still part of Black Corner Region.
"Find a place to stay first."
Hong Ling Road.
Not long after Hong Ling and Jiang Donghua stepped into Heavenly Snake City, they heard chatter on both sides of the street.
"Have you heard? Heavenly Snake Auction will be launched tomorrow, and it is said that even Earth-grade cultivation technique will appear!"
"Hey, it's not just Kung Fu? There were rumors a few days ago that even Peak Sixth-grade Pill and Pill to Break Dou Zong might show up!"
"Shh, keep your voice down! How dare you spread this kind of news randomly? Are you not afraid of being targeted by the Heavenly Snake Mansion people?"
Jiang Donghua frowned slightly and whispered.
"Sister, it seems we came at the right time."
Hong Ling glanced across the street, Black Robe there were more people than expected. Many people had restrained auras, but there was a faint smell of danger. She sneered.
"No wonder I met so many shady guys along the way. It turned out they were all for the auction."
Jiang Donghua did not dare to easily detect other people's cultivation. He could only rely on Hong Ling's judgment. He closed his eyes slightly, and his soul perception spread quietly. After a while, he opened his eyes and said lightly.
"On this street, there are no less than a hundred people Dou Ling, and there are seven or eight Dou Wang. There is even a vague aura, at least Dou Emperor."
She paused.
Jiang Donghua felt a chill in his heart.
Black Corner Region is already as powerful as a cloud, and Heavenly Snake Auction has attracted the entire power of Black Corner Region.
If it is true as the rumors say, even Pill to Break Dou Zong will appear, then I am afraid that even the strong Dou Zong will secretly pay attention!
"Senior sister, do we want to participate in the auction?"
Jiang Donghua asked.
Hong Ling The corners of his lips raised slightly.
"Since I'm here, I naturally want to take a look. However, the rules of Heavenly Snake City are not simple. If you want to enter, money is not enough."
Fingertips caress Storage Ring.
Qualification for admission to the auction is the first test!
Jiang Donghua's ears were slightly warmed by Hong Ling's sudden approach. He tilted his head to the side subconsciously, but he heard her chuckle, with a hint of joking in her voice.
"What? Tangtang Fourth-grade Alchemist, are you afraid that senior sister will get too close?"
He coughed lightly and calmed down.
"Sister, I was joking. I was just thinking about what are the requirements for admission to the auction."
Hong Ling took back his body, tapped Storage Ring lightly with his fingertips, and spoke in a lazy tone.
"Heavenly Snake Auction is not something that just anyone can enter. They must have sufficient strength or an identity worthy of their attention."
She glanced sideways at him.
"However, with your Fourth-grade Alchemist strength, junior brother, it will be easy to get in."
Jiang Donghua pondered for a moment and nodded.
"In this case, why not sell the few elixirs I refined before? Anyway, the premium of Black Corner Region's elixirs is at least 30% higher than the outside world. If you don't make money, you won't make it in vain."
Hong Ling The corners of his lips raised slightly.
"That's just right. You're here now. If you don't take advantage of the opportunity to make a fortune, wouldn't it be a waste?"
Hong Ling paused, glanced at the bustling crowd at the entrance of the auction house, and raised the corner of his mouth slightly.
"The easiest way is to become a seller, especially a significant seller."
Look sideways at Jiang Donghua.
Jiang Donghua nodded.
Most of the people who have poured into Heavenly Snake City in the past few days are here for the rare treasure Exotic Treasure at the auction, and the most popular thing for the auction house is naturally those who can provide scarce resources.
The two of them walked straight to the auction house's treasure appraisal room.
As soon as you walk in, Jiang Donghua feels a sweet aroma hitting your face, which makes you feel slightly relaxed.
Looking up, I saw a woman sitting in the treasure appraisal room. She had a voluptuous figure, her clothes were extremely revealing, her snow-white skin was looming under the gauze, her eyes were as charming as silk, and she was so charming!
Jiang Donghua frowned, and Dou Qi in his body started to operate instinctively to resist this strange attraction.
However, before he could make any move, Hong Ling beside him coughed lightly.
"Ahem."
The sound was not loud, but it was like a clear lightning, instantly tearing apart the sweet and charming aura.
The woman's face froze, and a trace of astonishment flashed in her eyes. She obviously didn't expect that her charm could be broken so easily, but she quickly adjusted her expression, squeezed out a charming smile again, and said softly.
"Two distinguished guests, but there are treasures to be entrusted for auction?"
"Elixir, do you understand it?"
Hong Ling directly threw a Jade Bottle and hit it on the table
The woman was stunned by the sudden momentum, and then put on her professional and charming smile.
"If it's more than one or two grades, the little girl will naturally..."
"Then shut up, find someone knowledgeable, and don't waste your time with pretense."
Hong Ling sneered,
The woman's smile froze on her face.
Hong Ling sneered, flicked his fingertips, and a green elixir floated in the palm of his hand. Pill Pattern was like a dragon coiling around. The fragrance of the medicine instantly filled the entire treasure appraisal room, and even the air seemed to be stagnant for a moment.
The woman's pupils suddenly shrank, and the charming look on her face froze. Although she didn't understand high-level elixirs, she knew it was at least the fourth grade just based on the fragrance of the elixir and Pill Pattern!
"This, this is?"
His voice was trembling, and he subconsciously took half a step back.
Hong Ling's eyes were cold and his tone was sarcastic.
"What? Didn't you want to see it? Can you see it clearly now?"
Sweat broke out on the woman's forehead, and she forced a smile.
"The distinguished guest is joking. My little girl is blind, so I'll go and ask the steward to come."
She turned around to leave, but Hong Ling suddenly spoke.
"Stop."
The woman paused in her steps and felt a chill running down her spine.
Hong Ling stepped forward slowly, his voice low and dangerous.
"Did you still want to seduce my junior brother just now?"
The woman's face turned pale and she shook her head quickly.
"No, I don't dare! The little lady is just treating guests as usual, she has no other intentions!"
Hong Ling sneered, raised his fingertips slightly, and a ray of thunder silently wrapped around the woman's wrist and swam like a poisonous snake.
"Next time, I don't mind letting you taste the feeling of being burned by thunder and fire."
The woman trembled all over, almost unsteady on her feet, and quickly bowed her head in salute.
"Yes, yes! Please wait a moment, distinguished guest, the steward will be here soon!"
After saying that, she retreated as if running away.
Jiang Donghua looked at it helplessly and said in a low voice.
"Senior sister, why bother with her?"
Hong Ling snorted coldly.
"Is this kind of thing worthy of showing off in front of you?"
Jiang Donghua coughed lightly, his ears felt slightly warm, and he didn't dare to answer.
Not long after, an old man in gray robe walked quickly into the treasure appraisal room, his eyes swept over Hong Ling and Jiang Donghua, and then fell on the suspended elixir, his eyes flashed.
"Fourth-grade Pill--Fire Spirit Pill?"
The old man's voice was deep, and he obviously recognized the origin of the elixir.
Hong Ling raised his eyebrows.
"Finally, we have someone who knows the stuff."
The old man cupped his hands and smiled.
"I'm sorry for you two distinguished guests, but this servant is ignorant and has been negligent."
He paused and said tentatively.
"I wonder if this little friend made this elixir?"
Jiang Donghua nodded slightly.
"Exactly."
A flash of shock flashed in the old man's eyes, and then his smile grew wider.
"Such a young Fourth-grade Alchemist is really rare! If you two intend to participate in the auction, I can make the decision and arrange VIP seats for you two."
Hong Ling The corners of his lips raised slightly.
"That's pretty much it."
The old man quickly turned sideways to lead the way.
"Both of you, please come with me. The auction will start tomorrow. You might as well take a break today in the elegant retreat. If there are other elixirs that need to be appraised, I can also make arrangements for you."
Hong Ling glanced at Jiang Donghua, half smiling.
"Junior brother, it seems that your face is better than senior sister's fists."
Jiang Donghua smiled helplessly and followed.
Outside the treasure appraisal room, the woman was hiding in the corner, her face still a little pale, looking at the backs of the two people, a trace of resentment flashed in her eyes, but it was quickly replaced by fear.
"Fourth-grade Alchemist There is also that scary woman, tell the young master and maybe he will be interested."
She gritted her teeth and whispered to herself.