Three days later.
In the inn's private room.
A faint mist swirled around, soothing the mind and sharpening the senses.
Zhao Huaian sat upright, his Talisman Brush turning deftly in his hand as he painstakingly drew one complex pattern after another on blank Talisman Paper.
As Spiritual Energy shimmered across the paper, the intricate patterns gathered into a design like crackling lightning.
"Lightning Talisman (Beginner 1/100)"
Watching a line of fresh, tiny text slowly appear on the Attribute Heavenly Book, Zhao Huaian put down his brush, a satisfied smile tugging at his lips.
After three days of constant study, combined with his skill in Spirit Talismans, Zhao Huaian had successfully drawn a Lightning Talisman.
Next, all he had to do was keep drawing Lightning Talismans to rapidly improve his proficiency, until he raised it to perfection.
That was the incredible power of the Attribute Heavenly Book: as long as he put in the effort and sweat, he would reap the rewards.
"Not bad. Without any guidance, I've completely mastered the Drawing Method for a first-grade upper-rank Lightning Talisman in three days. Looks like I have a certain talent for the art of Spirit Talismans."
Zhao Huaian chuckled, then happily slipped the Lightning Talisman into his Storage Bag.
After putting it away, he glanced at the morning sun streaming in through the window and stretched.
"Exactly three days—not a moment more or less. I can head to the auction today."
Still stretching, Zhao Huaian opened the door. His face had returned to its usual cool expression as he set off for the auction venue.
The auction on Black Wind Island was held at the Treasure Gathering Pavilion in the center of town.
It was said that the Treasure Gathering Pavilion was backed by an immensely powerful faction, with branches spread throughout