Purple Radiance Auction House, Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum and Full Moon Wearing Autumn Dew, Lighting the Sky Lantern (Please Follow)

Purple Radiance Auction House was located in Ming Capital's eastern district. Its interior and exterior were dominated by lavish purple hues, with carved beams, painted rafters, and magnificent splendor.

It appeared to have only five floors from the outside, but once they entered, they discovered a whole other world within. Yu Xin took out a Black Card, and the staff led the six of them through twists and turns before entering a special Soul Conductor Elevator that descended all the way down.

A feeling of weightlessness came from beneath his feet. Feng Zaixing cast Yu Xin a questioning look. "Why does Ming Capital like building underground too?"

The land on Douluo Continent was really suffering. Construction was going on everywhere.

Yu Xin blinked, indicating that underground structures were the true hidden foundation.

"Our Yu Family has quite a few underground buildings. If you're interested, Sister can show you around sometime."

"Cultivation comes first, cultivation comes first."

Once again sighing inwardly at how absurdly rich these great families were, Feng Zaixing felt that reviving his sect was a long and arduous task. How could they afford such expenses without starting some massive corporation?

The elevator stopped. The six of them put on masks as a token gesture to conceal their identities, then entered a private room in the auction hall through a special passageway.

The private room covered several hundred square meters and had every facility imaginable. The floor carpet was woven from the fur of a Ten-Thousand-Year Blazing Lion King, the sofas were covered with soft cushions made from Thousand-Year Snow Silkworm silk, and even the fruit served to them consisted of rare century-old and millennium-old spirit fruits—items that could have been auction lots in Eastsea City.

Feng Zaixing and Na'er had always kept a low profile. Now, they were like country bumpkins entering a grand estate, stunned by the sight and unable to imagine how much money these filthy rich people had.

"Purple Radiance Auction House belongs to the Xu Family. A bit of extravagance is nothing unusual," Yu Xin said softly.

"The Xu Family... the former royal family?" Feng Zaixing's eyes flickered.

"Yes." Yu Xin nodded. There were many prominent Xu families across the continent, but in Ming Capital, the only Xu Family worth mentioning was the former royal family.

After the empire became the Federation, the Xu Family's power and influence had greatly declined. Even so, it remained one of the foremost top-tier families, wielding considerable influence in both military and political circles. The current Patriarch was an especially domineering figure, a veteran Quasi-God known as Purple Radiance.

Moreover, he was the military's nominal number-one giant, the Minister of the Military Department. In the original timeline, he had joined forces with Qian Gu Dongfeng to bomb Shrek City, while Fierce Wolf Dong Zi'an served under his command.

"Every one of you has such profound foundations. Your families' strength is truly astonishing..."

Feng Zaixing sat upright with his hands tucked into his sleeves. Without realizing it, a vast web formed in his mind, one that encompassed Ming Capital's upper circles and spread across every industry.

Ordinarily, grassroots geniuses in this era had no chance of rising any higher. At best, they could reach Dong Zi'an's level.

"Don't say that. With your talent, you may very well rise to prominence in a single generation. Sister is looking forward to you forging a set of Four-Word Battle Armor for me." Yu Xin smiled lightly.

Feng Zaixing's pupils contracted in surprise before he revealed an understanding smile. "I nearly forgot. Your grandfather and Teacher Zhen Hua are close friends."

"That's right. When Grandpa Zhen Hua joined the Forgemaster Association, our family supported him. If we hadn't stayed in frequent contact, I wouldn't have expected you to be such a strong candidate for the next generation's Divine Craftsman."

Yu Xin reclined halfway across the sofa, tilting her head as the lights illuminated her intoxicating smile. Her slender, jade-like fingers swayed gently.

"So don't be polite with Sister. My family won't blame me for spending money recklessly. We like sponsoring geniuses."

"You're that confident? What if I fail to become a Divine Craftsman?" Feng Zaixing joked.

The Yu Family's ability to invest was far beyond the Ning Family's. No wonder it had stood tall for so long.

"Don't talk nonsense. Sister is willing, and my family can't control me anyway." Yu Xin feigned anger and rolled her eyes.

What was wrong with this person? She was trying to be kind, yet every time, he had to annoy her.

Mu Ye and the other two exchanged amused looks. The Yu Family's support was of tremendous significance. The Primal Body Sect, Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineer Academy, and Spirit Pagoda all had bright futures ahead.

"Ahem, actually, I wanted to say that if we're talking connections through Teacher Zhen Hua, I seem to be a generation above you."

Feng Zaixing spoke quietly, watching Yu Xin's reaction as he tested the waters. "So... does that mean I can call you niece?"

"Are you trying to die? You're even trying to take advantage of me like this!"

The moment those words left his mouth, Yu Xin exploded. Forgetting her usual composure, she grabbed a Heavenly Silkworm Gauze pillow and hurled it at Feng Zaixing's face, determined to defend her position as Big Sister.

Damn it, damn it, damn it! Her little brother was rebelling! He actually wanted to climb over her head!

"I've been too nice to you, haven't I? I'll let you know how formidable Sister is now!"

"Hey, hey, hey, I was just asking! I wasn't really asking you to call me uncle! Calm down, calm down... Na'er, come help me..."

Feng Zaixing dodged left and right, but he only seemed to make things worse. Who knew whether he was doing it on purpose?

Na'er watched anxiously. Suddenly struck by an idea, she picked up a pillow and joined Yu Xin in pelting Feng Zaixing. His vision immediately darkened.

"What? Na'er, you actually betrayed me..."

"Sorry, Brother. I'm helping Sister Yu vent a little. Then you won't have to be afraid anymore..."

Na'er wore an innocent expression. She was saving her brother by taking a roundabout approach, though the glittering gleam in her eyes seemed especially lively.

Mu Ye pretended not to see anything, cheering loudly in his heart. This is exactly the kind of lively chaos we need. The kid's got skills. If I had his tricks, I wouldn't still be single now...

Han Tianyi nodded to himself and sighed. Now this is what a child should be like. He used to be so mature that it was downright stifling.

Cultivation required balance between exertion and rest. Han Tianyi had always felt that Feng Zaixing was somewhat too reserved, but today was good. He should relax when it was time to relax.

Kong Yao and Luan Hongchen had exactly the same thought. The Little Fellow gets along so well with them. Maybe we'll get to drink wedding wine someday.

"The sixth auction item: a three-thousand-five-hundred-year Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum. Starting bid: twenty million Federal Coin."

On the auction stage, the neatly dressed auctioneer lifted the curtain and displayed the item to the wealthy guests: an enormous Immortal Grade chrysanthemum.

Kong Yao narrowed his eyes and examined it closely. Stroking his beard, he spoke slowly, his expression turning serious. "It truly is a Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum. Aside from that Tang Sect secret realm, this treasure is rarely seen. I wonder whether Tang Sect released it."

Mu Ye did not blink, looking as though he wanted to fly straight out there. He said word by word, "This Sect Master must have it!"

The Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum was universally acknowledged as one of the finest Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures. It could turn decay into magic, transforming a good-for-nothing into someone with Innate Full Soul Power, with its benefits lasting at least until the Soul Saint stage.

An Immortal Grade treasure over ten thousand years old could even enhance the fundamental essence of experts like him and help them break through bottlenecks.

The appearance of such an Immortal Grade treasure pushed the auction to its climax. The major forces, including Mu Ye, swiftly joined the bidding, and the price quickly soared to seventy million.

Just as the competition grew extremely fierce, Yu Xin, who had been watching from the sidelines, spoke in a crisp voice, plunging the entire venue into sudden silence.

"One hundred million Federal Coin. I'm Lighting the Sky Lantern."

Lighting the Sky Lantern meant that one was determined to obtain the item. No matter who made a bid, they would follow it to the end. Only someone with overwhelming financial strength could do such a thing.

No one doubted the Yu Family's resources, nor did anyone wish to provoke them. The Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum was successfully sold.

Rubbing one side of his face, Feng Zaixing thanked Yu Xin beside him. "Sis, you're loyal."

As the saying went, carrying a pig's head but unable to find the temple gate. He did not lack money, but connections. This place was an internal benefit of the military faction; outsiders could not get in even if they had money.

"Annoy me less in the future, or you can pay for it yourself." Yu Xin turned her face away and ignored him. This little brother needed to be taught a lesson.

"Understood, understood."

Feng Zaixing looked around and transmitted his voice in a thin line. "Sis, when we return to the academy, let's talk privately when you have time. I have an idea for getting top-tier Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures. Let's do it together."

Yu Xin glanced at him, her eyes somewhat disdainful. "It isn't some shady business, is it? Sister can afford to support you. Don't go down the wrong path."

Dark lines rose across Feng Zaixing's forehead, and he was utterly speechless.

"...Although it really isn't a normal route, could you stop thinking so badly of me? I'm usually very steady. I only act this playful around you once in a while. If you don't believe me, ask Na'er."

"Besides, I've been planning this for a long time. It will definitely work. The only difference is how much we make. If we weren't close, I wouldn't have come to you."

Yu Xin gazed into his eyes, a strange look in her own. "I believe you. We'll talk slowly later."

The auction continued in an orderly fashion. The seventh item was unexpectedly another Immortal Grade treasure: nearly four-thousand-year Full Moon Wearing Autumn Dew, with a starting bid of twenty-five million Federal Coin.

Feng Zaixing glanced at Yu Xin. Colored light danced in her pupils, and he guessed that this was what she had come for.

"Looks like this really was obtained from Tang Sect. They've got quite the capability."

Without hesitation, Feng Zaixing joined the bidding this time. "Thirty million Federal Coin."