This Old Man Knows a Bit of Fisticuffs Too!

The moment they entered the Treasure Gathering Pavilion, an air of extravagance washed over them. The golden hall was lavish beyond measure, brightly illuminated by Crystal Lamps hanging high overhead. Two rows of young women stood along either side of the hall as well.

These young women were all exceptionally beautiful and well-proportioned, dressed in short skirts that exposed their fair, slender legs, drawing the eye with particular ease. One's first impression upon entering this golden hall was that they had stepped into paradise on earth.

"Welcome, honored guests." Whenever someone carrying an invitation approached, the young women on both sides would bow simultaneously in greeting.

"Where does the auction begin?"

Having long since grown immune to such sights, Ning Fengzhi and his group looked at the empty first floor with some confusion and asked the maid beside them.

"The auction will begin in one hour. Honored guests may first visit the Treasure Appreciation Fair on the second floor. I believe it will not disappoint you." The maid wore a sweet smile as she pointed toward the golden staircase in the distance.

"Interesting. There is even a Treasure Appreciation Fair before the auction? Then let us have a look." Ning Fengzhi spoke with interest.

"The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is wealthier than any other. What treasure has Teacher not seen before? I fear the Myriad Treasures Pavilion has miscalculated this time." Qian Renxue smiled as she offered Ning Fengzhi a flattering remark.

With a soft laugh, the group ascended the golden staircase and arrived on the second floor of the Treasure Gathering Pavilion.

The second floor was far quieter, with enormous Display Cabinets arranged all around.

Though they appeared scattered at random, each Exhibition Booth had been placed in the most suitable and eye-catching position. Every booth was enclosed beneath a massive Crystal Glass Cover, with different items displayed on the stands within.

Quite a few people had already arrived. They gathered in groups of two or three, staring at the items in the Display Cabinets and letting out cries of astonishment.

"How is this possible? This is a Soul Tool?"

"I have a Soul Tool here as well. How does the Myriad Treasures Pavilion have so many Soul Tools?"

"Impossible! A Level 5 Soul Tool that can unleash an attack comparable to a power-attack Soul King? How could such a Soul Tool exist in this world?"

"A Peiyuan Pill? Taking one before Level 20 can directly raise Soul Power by one level, without any side effects. It can even perform Marrow Cleansing, remove impurities from the body, nourish the meridians, and raise Innate Soul Power by one level?"

"Are you joking...? A single pill can increase Innate Soul Power?"

"Once Innate Soul Power awakens for the first time, it never changes. I have never heard of anything that could increase Innate Soul Power."

"These are all fake... fake..."

"..."

Listening to the frantic shouts constantly ringing out around them, Ning Fengzhi, Qian Renxue, and Chen Xin exchanged glances. All three saw disbelief in one another's eyes.

From those scattered remarks, if all of this was true, then the Myriad Treasures Pavilion might very well change the entire continent's balance of power.

"Fengzhi, the most important thing now is to confirm whether this is real. We must not lose our composure." In the end, Chen Xin was the first to calm down, speaking in a grave tone.

"Mm, Sword Uncle, you are right. This is a matter of great importance. We must proceed cautiously." With Chen Xin's reminder, Ning Fengzhi quickly steadied his turbulent thoughts.

Where did this force come from? Qian Renxue regained her composure as well, her heart heavy.

Bang!

At that moment, a deafening crash rang out, and the noisy second floor instantly fell silent. A burly old man was being pinned beneath Xu Sheng's foot, wailing in pain.

"My Myriad Treasures Pavilion does honest business. If your Elephant Armored Sect refuses to follow the rules, this old man knows a bit of fisticuffs too."

Everyone stared at Xu Sheng in shock. Some recognized the man lying on the ground, while others did not, but everyone recognized the seven Soul Rings on his body. A Soul Saint had actually been knocked down in an instant.

Then what was Xu Sheng's strength?

A Soul Douluo... or... a Titled Douluo?

At that thought, those harboring ill intentions instantly came to their senses. Their greed vanished at once, and cold sweat covered their bodies.

They had almost... almost been unable to stop themselves from making a move.

The few people with guilty consciences did not dare meet Xu Sheng's gaze. Lowering their heads, they slipped into the crowd.

"At least Level 86. He is not far from becoming a Titled Douluo." Within the crowd, Chen Xin too turned his gaze toward Xu Sheng and spoke solemnly to Ning Fengzhi and Qian Renxue beside him.

"It seems the Elephant Armored Sect has kicked an iron plate." Ning Fengzhi seemed to think of something, a gleeful smile appearing on his face.

The Elephant Armored Sect was close to Spirit Hall and had always acted tyrannically. It was also on poor terms with the Heaven Dou Empire. Seeing them suffer a setback brought him no small amount of satisfaction.

"Cough, cough... This old man is an elder of the Elephant Armored Sect. Our Sect Master is a Soul Douluo. You cannot kill me..." The Elephant Armored Sect elder lying on the ground coughed blood as he stared at Xu Sheng in terror. He could feel the icy killing intent emanating from the other man. Xu Sheng truly dared to kill him.

"Is the Elephant Armored Sect... so impressive?" Xu Sheng shot him a disdainful glance. Two yellow, two purple, and four black Soul Rings appeared around him, eight in total. A blazing sun emerged behind his head as terrifying Level 87 Soul Power surged forth. Sun Fire gathered in his palm, and the temperature across the second floor instantly soared. It seemed he would strike and kill the man the very next moment.

Everyone's expressions tightened at once. Was the mysterious Myriad Treasures Pavilion about to go to war with the Elephant Armored Sect?

"Killing is forbidden within Heaven Dou City. Does the Myriad Treasures Pavilion intend to break this rule?" Just as Xu Sheng was truly about to kill the man, an aged and imposing voice rang out. Along with it came an immense Soul Power pressure that was actually no weaker than Xu Sheng's.

"Interesting. Spirit Hall has actually intervened in this matter!"

"The Elephant Armored Sect and Spirit Hall have always been closely connected. Naturally, Salas will not allow someone from the Elephant Armored Sect to come to harm on his territory."

Seeing the approaching figure in the distance, Ning Fengzhi wore an interested smile. The Myriad Treasures Pavilion did not fear the Elephant Armored Sect, but what attitude would it take when facing Spirit Hall?

"Heaven Dou City is the capital of the Heaven Dou Empire. Since when did it need Spirit Hall to meddle in its affairs?"

"Those who did not know better might think Heaven Dou City was Spirit Hall's territory!"

Xu Sheng looked at the old man in a golden-red robe approaching from afar, his entire body radiating an astonishing presence. He mocked him with disdain, then glanced at the silent Qian Renxue beside him. The meaning behind that look was obvious.

The rightful Crown Prince of Heaven Dou had not said a word, yet a Platinum Archbishop from a Spirit Hall branch dared to play the busybody.

"Impudent!" Salas flew into a rage at Xu Sheng's open humiliation. If this matter was not handled properly, it would bring considerable negative consequences to Spirit Hall. Even he might be held accountable by the Pope.

Two yellow, two purple, and four black Soul Rings rose around him, eight in total. Terrifying pressure bore down upon Xu Sheng as Salas said coldly, "Elder Huyan was merely curious about that exhibit and wished to pick it up for a closer look. Yet your Myriad Treasures Pavilion has behaved so aggressively. How are your actions any different from those of Fallen Soul Masters? As an archbishop of Spirit Hall, this old man has the duty to eliminate every dangerous element from the continent."

Salas immediately tried to pin a grave accusation on Xu Sheng. Though he wished he could slap that foolish Elephant Armored Sect elder to death for his sticky fingers, the man was still a loyal supporter of Spirit Hall.

When a little brother was bullied, if the big brothers did not step forward, how could they lead their people in the future?

Idiot! Watching Salas put on this act, Qian Renxue cursed inwardly. The Elephant Armored Sect was clearly in the wrong. Before they had even figured out the Myriad Treasures Pavilion's background, Salas was already offending them to the bitter end. Did Spirit Hall not have enough enemies already?