Otherworldly Awakening, System Binding

Lin Yue's consciousness slowly surfaced from a state of chaos, like a drowning person finally breaking the surface and taking a deep breath.

A severe headache struck, as if his temples had been hit hard by a blunt object. Countless unfamiliar memories flooded his mind like a tide, shattering his original worldview.

He found himself lying in a dense primeval forest. Towering ancient trees blotted out the sun, and the air was filled with the peculiar fragrance of decaying plants and soil. The distant roars of unknown beasts added a sense of mystery and danger to the entire forest.

"Where is this?" Lin Yue struggled to sit up, rubbing his aching forehead.

Didn't he just go to his antique shop to appraise that strange bronze mirror? How did he end up in this wilderness in the blink of an eye?

Just as he was bewildered, a cold, mechanical voice suddenly echoed in his mind:

[Host's vital signs detected as stable, soul fusion at 100%, binding conditions met...]

[Myriad Realms Auction System initiating... Binding... 10%... 50%... 100%...]

[Binding successful! Welcome, Host Lin Yue, to the Douluo Continent. You are now the sole master of the Myriad Realms Auction System.]

Lin Yue was stunned. The Douluo Continent? Wasn't that the novel he'd read out of boredom a few days ago? And what was this Myriad Realms Auction System?

[This system can connect to myriad realms, offering various rare treasures for auction. The host can earn commission through successful auctions or gain points by completing system tasks and recycling valuable items.]

[Points are the system's universal currency. They can be exchanged for anything in the system mall or used for self-enhancement.]

[Newbie gift pack has been delivered to the system space. Please check it promptly.]

The barrage of information made Lin Yue dizzy, but he quickly calmed down. As an antique dealer, he had experienced too many bizarre things; his ability to adapt was far beyond ordinary people.

"Open the newbie gift pack," Lin Yue silently commanded in his mind.

[Congratulations to the host for receiving: 10,000 initial points, 2 Peerless Douluo Summon Cards, 1 Auction Pavilion Construction Token, and 3 basic auction items.]

Lin Yue's eyes lit up. Peerless Douluo? That was the peak existence in this world!

"Use the summon cards and the construction token," he ordered without hesitation.

Instantly, two dazzling golden lights appeared out of thin air on the open ground before him. As the light faded, two elderly men in black robes knelt on one knee, bowing respectfully.

"Your subordinate greets you, Master!"

Their voices were booming, and an oppressive aura emanated from them. Even though they had deliberately restrained themselves, Lin Yue could still feel the vast, sea-like fluctuations of Soul Power—definitely Peerless Douluo level!

Even more astonishing to Lin Yue was that as the construction token was used, a magnificent classical pavilion began to rise from the ground at a visible speed. It featured carved beams and painted rafters, upturned eaves, and a plaque inscribed with four large, golden characters in a flamboyant script—Otherworldly Auction Pavilion!

The pavilion had three floors and occupied a vast area. Its building materials were neither gold nor wood, emitting a faint halo and an ancient aura. Two lifelike stone sculptures of unknown exotic beasts stood at the entrance, as if they could come alive at any moment.

"Is this my auction house?" Lin Yue murmured to himself and strolled into the pavilion.

The interior space was even more expansive than it appeared from the outside, clearly utilizing spatial expansion technology. The lobby was spacious and bright, with a high auction stage and rows of comfortable seats below, estimated to accommodate at least a thousand people. The second and third floors contained private rooms for VIP guests.

[Auction Pavilion construction complete. It comes with an invincibility domain: centered on the auction pavilion, the host is invincible within a fifty-mile radius; all attacks are ineffective.]

The system's prompt greatly reassured Lin Yue. With this guarantee, he finally had a foothold in this dangerous world.

"Check basic auction items," Lin Yue continued to explore the system.

Three orbs of light appeared on the system interface:

The first was a pill—[Low-Grade Soul Power Enhancement Pill]: Can increase a Soul Master's Soul Power by 1 level without side effects (effective for those below level 50).

The second was a card—[Titled Douluo Experience Card]: Upon use, grants the strength of a level 91 Titled Douluo for the duration of one incense stick.

The third was an ancient book—[Beginner Soul Core Condensation Method]: Records techniques for safely condensing a Soul Core, helpful for breaking through to Titled Douluo.

Lin Yue's eyes gleamed. These items were absolute rare treasures in this world, especially the latter two, which were enough to drive any force mad.

"System, how do I hold an auction? Will anyone come?" Lin Yue asked the crucial question.

[The host only needs to set the auction time and items. The system will automatically send invitations to all Soul Masters and forces in this world who have reached a certain level. The invitations will appear directly before the target, showcasing the auction house's mystery and power.]

[It is recommended to hold the first auction in seven days to give all forces enough time to prepare and travel.]

Lin Yue nodded and decisively issued the command: "Alright, then set the first auction for seven days from now, using these three basic items as the first offerings."

[Setting successful. Invitations are being distributed...]

At the same time, in various corners of the Douluo Continent, countless powerhouses simultaneously changed their expressions.

Inside the Martial Soul Hall, Pope Bibi Dong was reviewing documents when a golden light flashed before her. A gilded invitation appeared out of thin air and slowly landed on her desk.

"Hmm?" Bibi Dong's beautiful eyes narrowed. Her powerful Soul Power instantly swept the surroundings, but she found nothing. She cautiously used her scepter to lift the invitation. Upon reading its contents, her pupils contracted slightly.

In the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, Ning Fengzhi was discussing sect affairs with Sword Douluo Chen Xin and Bone Douluo Gu Rong when three invitations appeared on the tea table before them without any warning.

"Who is it?" Chen Xin's sword intent erupted, and the Seven Kill Sword instantly appeared in his hand as he vigilantly scanned his surroundings.

Gu Rong immediately shielded Ning Fengzhi, his expression grave: "There were no spatial fluctuations at all. How did they appear?"

Ning Fengzhi remained relatively calm. He picked up the invitation and read it carefully. The more he read, the more extraordinary his expression became.

In the core area of the Star Dou Great Forest, by the Lake of Life.

Silver Dragon King Gu Yuena was healing her injuries when she suddenly sensed something. She opened her amethyst-like eyes. An invitation floated quietly before her.

"Human things?" Gu Yuena frowned slightly, but the mysterious aura emanating from the invitation made her dare not underestimate it. Especially the name "Myriad Worlds Auction Pavilion," which gave her a sense of unusual significance.

The same situation occurred before the Clear Sky Sect, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, the imperial palaces of the two empires, and all powerhouses at or above the Soul Douluo level.

The top powers across the entire continent were shaken by the appearance of these mysterious invitations.

On the outskirts of the Star Dou Great Forest, Lin Yue stood on the top floor of the newly completed auction pavilion, overlooking the boundless sea of trees.

Long Yi and Long Er stood silently behind him like the most loyal guards.

"The auction house is about to open, so there must be some rules," Lin Yue said lightly. "System, release the auction house rules."

[Rules have been generated:]

[1. Fighting is prohibited within and within fifty miles of the Myriad Worlds Auction Pavilion. Violators will be severely punished.]

[2. The highest bidder wins. Gold Soul Coins, Soul Bones, Soul Tools, rare materials, etc., can be exchanged for points to participate in the auction.]

[3. The auction house accepts consignment auctions, charging 20% of the transaction price as a service fee.]

[4. Those who offend the auction house will be blacklisted and permanently banned from entry.]

The text of the rules appeared out of thin air on a jade tablet beside the main entrance of the auction pavilion, exuding an undeniable majesty.

Lin Yue nodded in satisfaction, his gaze sweeping into the distance, as if he could already see the grand scene of various forces gathering here in seven days.

"Douluo Continent, huh? Let's see just how far the powerhouses of this world will go for treasures from the myriad worlds."

A meaningful smile played on his lips.

The legend of the Myriad Worlds Auction Pavilion began here.

And all of this was merely the beginning.

Far away at Nuoding Academy near Holy Spirit Village, Yu Xiaogang and Tang San had no idea at this moment how this suddenly appearing auction house would completely change the trajectory of their destinies