Half a quarter-hour later, Han Zhangxiang arrived at the entrance of a nine-story pavilion. The plaque bore the three large characters: "Green Tea Tower." It was a tea house.
Upon entering Green Tea Tower, he was greeted by a spacious, brightly lit main hall, where quite a few Foundation Establishment Cultivators were sipping tea and chatting.
Han Zhangxiang arrived outside a private room on the sixth floor and lightly knocked twice. A hearty voice immediately rang out. "Fellow Daoist Han, come in! I've been waiting for you for ages."
He pushed open the door and entered, immediately spotting Han Chaoyang and Han Wenlong.
Han Chaoyang had already advanced to the Nascent Soul Late Stage, while Han Wenlong was at the Nascent Soul Middle Stage.
Han Wenlong possessed a spirit body, so such cultivation speed was perfectly normal.
After closing the door, Han Zhangxiang asked in confusion, "Fellow Daoist Han, why are we gathering here?"
For the sake of secrecy, it would have been better to find a secluded courtyard.
"We're preparing to attend an underground auction. There are rumored to be items that can aid in forming a Nascent Soul. I didn't expect to spot you just now."
Han Chaoyang explained that they had arrived at Four Directions Island long ago and had frequently attended various gatherings to exchange cultivation resources.
"An underground auction?"
Han Zhangxiang was intrigued. Generally speaking, the goods at underground auctions came from questionable sources and could not bear the light of day, but their quality was not an issue, making them widely popular among cultivators.
Han Chaoyang nodded and said excitedly, "That's right. I heard that a spiritual treasure will appear, though I wonder who it will ultimately fall into the hands of."
"A spiritual treasure?"
A flicker of surprise crossed Han Zhangxiang's eyes. He