Gift of Precious Armor

"Good!"

Ning Qi didn't hesitate and sat down immediately.

Upon seeing this, the waiter hurriedly left.

After the waiter left, Princess Xiangxiang said, "The Spirit Stone here must be very expensive!"

She had just seen Ning Qi give Spirit Stone to the shopkeeper, but she hadn't seen clearly how many he had given.

"Not many, only fifty."

Ning Qi glanced at Princess Xiangxiang and said casually.

"So much? That's enough for my expenses for a month!"

"That's too extravagant."

Princess Xiangxiang gasped in surprise upon hearing his words.

Isn't this just the pot calling the kettle black?

Ning Qi said irritably.

Even ordinary people wouldn't spend as much as she does.

He actually dares to say his spending is high here.

"That's quite extravagant."

Princess Xiangxiang stuck out her tongue and said, "So, how about the auction?"

"You're so familiar with this place, haven't you participated before?"

Ning Qi looked at Princess Xiangxiang with curiosity and couldn't help but ask.

"No."

Some things are simply too complicated to explain in a few words.

Princess Xiangxiang shook her head, looking somewhat dejected.

"I'm going back with you this time. Is there anything I can help you with?"

Hearing her say that, Ning Qi suddenly became interested.

I've looked into her situation.

"I am Princess Xiangxiang of the Yue Kingdom."

Her real name is Li Xiangrou.

Upon hearing his question, Li Xiangrou replied, "In our Yue Kingdom, we are all ruled by female emperors."

"I have never had the slightest interest in this."

"However, my father forced me to ascend the throne, so I ran away from home."

"He just found me these days, so I had to come back with him."

Because... he... is nearing his end.

Speaking of this, she couldn't help but feel saddened.

A few tears welled up in her eyes.

However, she managed to hold back the tears.

"I see."

Upon hearing her words, Ning Qi said in a deep voice, "So, your elder sister is trying to stop you from returning, isn't she?"

By this time, he understood what was going on.

If some people want her to come back, then there must be others who don't.

This is easy to understand; otherwise, there wouldn't be any assassins.

"Yes, it's my elder sister, Li Fengrou."

Li Xiangrou sighed softly, then said, "Back then, she was the one who tricked me into leaving."

"Now that Father is seriously ill, he won't let me go back."

"I just want to see my father one last time. He's afraid I might be vying for the throne with him!"

So, what do you want now?

Ning Qi listened to her words and asked seriously.

"Since they won't let me live, then I'll be an empress for a while!"

"Let these scoundrels know how powerful I am!"

Li Xiangrou looked at Ning Qi: "Ning Qi, you can help me, right?"

I promised to help you, so I won't lie to you!

Ning Qi smiled and then continued, "I'm just trying to understand the situation, so as not to aid and abet evil!"

"Huh? Do I look like a bad guy to you?"

Upon hearing his words, Li Xiangrou pointed to herself and asked.

"You can know a person's face but not their heart. I don't know what you're saying, so it's hard to say!"

Ning Qi shrugged and smiled.

"So, what about now?"

Upon hearing his words, Li Xiangrou couldn't help but ask.

"He's a good person, but he's still lacking something."

Ning Qi said, half-jokingly.

"Is he considered a good person?"

"In other words, I'm half a good person now!"

Li Xiangrou sniffed. "It seems I still don't leave a good impression on you."

"However, you are changing, and that's enough!"

"I believe in you; you will become a good... emperor!"

Ning Qi looked at her, smiled, and said, "So, I'll help you!"

"Then we'll see what you do!"

"Understood, thank you, Ning Qi!"

After hearing his words, Li Xiangrou felt relieved.

She knew very well that Ning Qi, her ally, had been brought to her side.

This way, going back will save a lot of trouble.

In the face of absolute power, everything is meaningless.

"Ladies and gentlemen! Our auction is about to begin!"

It was at this moment that the auctioneer below spoke.

The previously noisy hall immediately fell silent.

Many people's eyes fell on the auctioneer in the center.

At this moment, a Brocade Box had been placed beside him.

"Inside here is a thousand-year-old immortal herb."

"Eating it will allow you to begin your cultivation journey."

"The starting price is ten million top-grade Spirit Stone."

After the auctioneer finished his introduction, he continued, "Each bid must be at least one million top-grade Spirit Stone!"

"Now, everyone, please proceed!"

"It can open the path to immortality, meaning it allows ordinary people to cultivate!"

"Yes, and cultivators can also enhance their strength by consuming it!"

"That price isn't expensive!"

"..."

Many people have already started discussing it.

Pairs of eyes were fixed on the Brocade Box before them.

Unfortunately, many people are short of money.

Eleven million!

"Thirteen million!"

"..."

However, there are still some people who have the financial means.

But after a short while, people started raising the price.

"Wow, ten million top-grade Spirit Stone..."

"We wouldn't even dare to dream of that."

"I'm afraid our Yue Kingdom couldn't even afford such an expense in a month."

Li Xiangrou clicked her tongue in amazement and couldn't help but sigh.

"Perhaps there is; you'll find out when you become emperor!"

Ning Qi smiled and then said, "Your cultivation level is too low. I'll give you a hand."

"Huh? How can you help me?"

"I'm too stupid; I could never reach your level!"

Li Xiangrou shook her head and then said.

"Eighteen million!"

Ning Qi didn't answer her question, but instead quoted a price.

"Who's there? They're driving at almost double the normal rate!"

"Whose young master is he?"

"..."

Many people started discussing it, clearly surprised by the price.

"Huh? Are you bidding for me?"

Li Xiangrou stared wide-eyed at Ning Qi in disbelief.

"Yes, I'll help you this once."

Ning Qi nodded and smiled, then looked down.

Nineteen million!

Before long, others followed suit and raised the price.

"Twenty million!"

Ning Qi quoted another price.

This time, the murmurs from the people below grew even louder.

Clearly, they never expected anyone would offer such a high price.

It has doubled.

"Gentlemen, twenty million, any higher bids?"

The auctioneer smiled with satisfaction and inquired.

It's gone!

"Exactly, who would want someone this tall!"

"Not worth it!"

"..."

Many people started complaining.

"Then this magical herb belongs to this young master."

As the auctioneer spoke, he gave a wink to the assistant behind him.

The shop assistant understood and took the Brocade Box towards Ning Qi.

The people below all looked in his direction, but no one could see his face.

There are Formation Restriction here.

"Ladies and gentlemen, our next item for auction is..."

The auctioneer below then began a new round of auctions.

"Young Master!"

Meanwhile, Ning Qi's waiter had arrived at his door and was gently knocking.

"Come in!"

Ning Qi waved his hand.

Then, the door opened directly.

The shop assistant respectfully entered, carrying the Brocade Box with both hands.

"Young master, this is your magic herb."

The waiter said this and placed it on his table.

"Okay, thank you for your help!"

Ning Qi nodded, then turned to Li Xiangrou: "This is yours!"

"I'll refine it for you when we get back tonight, to give you a helping hand."

"No, this is too expensive, I can't afford it!"

Li Xiangrou shook her head repeatedly. "Ning Qi, you should keep it for yourself. You might find it useful someday."

"I've already told you, I'm not joking!"

Ning Qi shook his head, then continued, "Just accept it without worry, otherwise I won't go with you!"

"But..."

Li Xiangrou still wanted to refuse.

"No buts, I'll say it once and for all."

Ning Qi glanced at her and said in a deep voice, "Take it."

"Alright, I'll remember this favor."

"If you ever need my help in the future, I will never refuse!"

Li Xiangrou eventually accepted his gift of the magical herb.

His eyes were filled with gratitude.

She knew very well why Ning Qi had helped her.

It's all to make myself stronger, so that I won't be bullied.

"That's right!"

Ning Qi smiled with satisfaction, "If you become stronger in the future, you might be able to catch up with my strength!"

"How could that be?"

Li Xiangrou shook her head and sighed softly, "You're already True Immortal, I could never have your strength."

"That's not necessarily true!"

"As long as you work hard, you will reach that level someday."

Ning Qi smiled and said encouragingly, "I believe you can do it!"

"Yes! I will try my best!"

Li Xiangrou was convinced by him and nodded vigorously.

"Master, you've really spoiled this girl!"

"I don't think she can do it!"

After hearing what the two said, Medicine Spirit couldn't help but speak.

"Don't underestimate her; I sense she has a lot of perseverance."

"Once you've set your mind on something, you'll definitely achieve your goal!"

Ning Qi retorted.

Let's hope so!

Medicine Spirit sighed and continued looking down.

The auction was still ongoing, and many people were bidding.

It was incredibly lively.

"Ladies and gentlemen, the next item is a Treasure Armor!"

"Everyone can take a look!"

The auctioneer then had his assistant bring over a piece of Treasure Armor and place it aside.

This Treasure Armor radiated a fluorescent glow.

It gives people a light and airy feeling.

"Suitable Heavenly Silkworm Treasure Armor."

The auctioneer continued, "Once you wear it, you will be immune to all evil."

"Moreover, its defensive capabilities are also very high. Even if it's a True Immortal's attack, as long as your strength is evenly matched with his, you can withstand his attack!"

"That's good! The defense is excellent."

"I just don't know its value!"

"You'll find out soon enough!"

"..."

Many people started discussing it again.

Pairs of eyes, fixed on the Treasure Armor before them, all revealed a look of greed.

"The starting price for this Treasure Armor is twenty million top-grade Spirit Stone!"

"Those who need it can raise the price!"

"Similarly, each bid increase must be no less than one million top-grade Spirit Stone!"

Seeing everyone's interest, the auctioneer continued, "Most importantly, this Heavenly Treasure Armor can defend against soul attacks!"

"This is a rare treasure!"

"It can also defend against soul attacks?"

"That twenty million is definitely worth it!"

Immediately, people started discussing it.

"Twenty-one million!"

"Twenty-three million!"

"..."

Soon, people started bidding.

"This Treasure Armor is so beautiful, but it's too expensive!"

Li Xiangrou looked at the Heavenly Treasure Armor and couldn't help but admire it.

"Twenty-five million!"

As soon as she finished speaking, Ning Qi, who was standing next to her, raised the price.

"It's that same guy again!"

"He's made another move?"

"Looks like there's going to be a fight again."

"..."

As soon as he made his offer, people started talking about it.

He has just demonstrated his wealth.

So after he made his offer, many of the people below fell silent.

"Twenty-eight million!"

However, people soon started raising the price again.

Thirty million!

Ning Qi raised the price again.

Seeing Ning Qi raise the price so much, Li Xiangrou, who was standing to the side, couldn't help but start to have doubts.

You can't just raise the price based on a single sentence, can you?

This gift is far too expensive.

However, that's probably not the case, since his family bought him some herbal remedies.

How could someone possibly give themselves so many expensive gifts?

Thirty-two million!

The person opposite him was clearly determined to antagonize him.

They continued to raise the price.

"That's really interesting."

Ning Qi smiled, then continued to raise the price, "Forty million."

He had no shortage of Spirit Stone; after sweeping through the Fragment Continent, he didn't even know how many Spirit Stone he had left.

More importantly, he also possessed Spirit Marrow and Spirit Marrow liquid that he had never used before.

He wouldn't need these treasures on such a small occasion.

"My goodness, forty million! That's incredibly extravagant!"

"I don't think anyone can beat him!"

"Giving up now is a wise move!"

"..."

Many people started discussing it again.

All eyes turned to Ning Qi.

Others were looking towards the private room opposite him.

I wanted to see what would happen; would these two continue?

"Forty million once!"

"Twice!"

"Make a deal!"

After the auctioneer's final call, the owner of the Heavenly Treasure Armor was confirmed.

It was Ning Qi again.

"It really is his!"

"This young man must be from the Myriad Sword Sect!"

"Yes, they're really rich and powerful!"

"..."

The people below were talking amongst themselves.

The auctioneer then instructed his assistant to bring the Heavenly Treasure Armor up to Ning Qi again.

At this moment, Ning Qi was enjoying a delicious meal.

The waiter knocked on the door again and came in.

"Young master, this is your Heavenly Silkworm Treasure Armor!"

He placed it on the table and said respectfully.

"Alright! Go down!"

Ning Qi waved his hand gently, then focused his attention on the Heavenly Treasure Armor.

"Ning Qi, are you the prodigy and holy son of that sect?"

Li Xiangrou finally couldn't hold back and asked about his background.

"Me? Nobody would believe me if I said that!"

Ning Qi smiled but didn't tell her.

The master of the Three Realms, the successor of Mount Buzhou —either of these identities alone would be enough to cause a sensation.

I believe it!

Li Xiangrou solemnly said, "I believe whatever you say!"

Aren't you afraid I'll lie to you?

Ning Qi said, half-jokingly.

"I'm not afraid!"

Li Xiangrou replied.

"Alright, let's not talk about this anymore, go on!"

As Ning Qi spoke, he handed her the Heavenly Treasure Armor.