The Star Luo Spirit Pearl Had Xu Jiujiu in the Palm of His Hand!

"Perhaps there's a treasure we can exchange for it." Xu Jiujiu tossed his bet.

Dai Huabin smiled:

"Princess Jiujiu, there's no need to rush. Business is about mutual consent. Let me first demonstrate my sincerity."

Dai Huabin flipped his wrist and took out a specially made long jade box from his storage ring.

The jade box was opened, and inside lay a golden fruit the size of a palm.

The surface of the fruit shimmered with a faint starlight, and even in broad daylight, one could clearly see rings of golden light rippled around the fruit.

His gaze, which had been fixed on him for Xu Jiujiu, was instantly locked.

"This is called the Star Luo Spirit Pearl."

Dai Huabin pushed the jade box forward half an inch.

"Among the Immortal Herb, it is the gentlest and most compatible with humans. Every night, it spontaneously absorbs the essence of the stars and moon to enhance itself."

"Swallowing this golden fruit directly will not only greatly enhance Soul Power and cleanse the marrow, but more importantly, it can condense a trace of the purest starry sky origin within Soul Master's body."

At this point, Dai Huabin paused, leaned forward slightly, and looked into the eyes of the person who had been looking at him for Xu Jiujiu:

"As far as I know, Princess Jiujiu's inherited Martial Soul, Star Crown, relies on absorbing the power of stars for cultivation. If a Star Crown Soul Master were to consume this Star Luo Spirit Pearl..."

He didn't say what came next; he left it unsaid.

But Xu Jiujiu no longer needed to hear what followed.

His breath caught in his Xu Jiujiu, and his fingers instinctively gripped the armrests of the chair tightly.

This wasn't rational greed, but the primal fanaticism of her Martial Soul. The Star Crown Martial Soul within her was currently frantically transmitting a single thought to her through her meridians:

Take it!

We must take it at all costs!

He closed his eyes for Xu Jiujiu and took a deep breath.

The sweet fragrance entered her lungs through her nasal cavity, and even her long-stagnant Soul Power showed signs of loosening.

That's terrifying.

When she opened her eyes again, the turmoil in her eyes Xu Jiujiu had been forcibly suppressed, and she regained her composure as a princess.

"Huabin." Xu Jiujiu's tone was more solemn than ever before.

"This Star Luo Spirit Pearl is indeed of immeasurable value to our Star Luo Imperial Family. However, this matter is of great importance, and I cannot make a decision on my own. Could you wait a few days? I need to return to the palace to discuss it with my elder brother."

"Certainly."

Dai Huabin closed the jade box, then quickly and decisively retrieved his storage ring, his movements swift and efficient.

"If Princess Jiujiu has made up her mind, she can send someone to inform the White Tiger Duke Mansion at any time."

Xu Jiujiu, he stood up and extended his right hand to Dai Huabin.

Dai Huabin reached out and gently shook her hand. The moment their fingertips touched, Xu Jiujiu palms were noticeably sweaty.

"It's a pleasure doing business with you."

Xu Jiujiu, he withdrew his hand, turned around, walked to the door, and opened it.

Qingya and Ice Empress were standing in the corridor.

Ice Empress was still holding a piece of mung bean cake that he had somehow gotten his hands on, and he was taking small bites of it.

"Qingya".

Xu Jiujiu, he turned his head and explained.

"Whatever Young Master Dai takes a fancy to at the auction today, just give it to him and put it all on my tab. Don't be negligent."

Qingya was taken aback for a moment, then quickly lowered her head and agreed.

Having worked in the auction house for so many years, this was the first time she had ever seen His Highness grant such extensive permission.

Free meal?

That must have been an incredible favor!

Dai Huabin followed him out the door, hands in his pockets, and casually remarked:

"Princess Jiujiu, Sister Qingya is very capable, and she treated us very well just now."

Xu Jiujiu looked at Dai Huabin deeply for Xu Jiujiu, then nodded and said, "As long as Huabin has fun."

After saying that, she hurriedly left with several personal guards, her pace more than twice as fast as when she arrived.

After seeing Xu Jiujiu off, Qingya let out a long sigh of relief.

She turned around, and the look in her eyes when she looked at Dai Huabin had completely changed.

If before it was out of respect for the eldest son of the Duke Mansion, now it's out of complete awe.

"Huabin... oh no, Young Master Dai." Qingya was about to correct herself when Dai Huabin interrupted her.

"Qingya, please just call me Huabin, it sounds better."

Dai Huabin waved his hand.

"Come on, take us to see what good things we have. Bing'er really likes sparkly things."

Ice Empress swallowed the last bite of mung bean cake, patted the crumbs off his hands, and his emerald eyes lit up.

Over the next hour, the guide area of Starlight Auction House was ransacked.

Although Ice Empress has lived for many years, in some ways she is no different from a human little girl, or even more so.

They are especially powerless against sparkling gemstones and crystal ornaments.

"I'll take this bracelet."

"The colors of the stones on this necklace are alright, wrap it up."

"Bring that hair clip over here so I can take a look! Never mind, it's too ugly, I don't want it."

Qingya followed behind, carrying a pile of jewelry boxes, and smiled helplessly.

Although these items are not top-tier Soul Tool, they are still valuable jewels, and together they are worth at least tens of thousands of Gold Soul Coin.

However, when she thought of His Highness's order to waive all expenses, she felt that it was all just small change.

Dai Huabin did not interfere with Ice Empress's shopping spree.

This little girl has been with him in the Star Dou Great Forest for several days, enduring wind and rain, and has also helped him maintain order. It's only right that he spends some money to appease her.

When Dai Huabin came across a counter that specialized in selling Storage Soul Tool, he stopped.

He chose a uniquely designed ring.

The ring setting is dark silver, with a deep blue gemstone set in it, its interior subtly shimmering with light.

"Wrap this one up," Dai Huabin pointed.

Qingya glanced at it and quickly introduced:

"Huabin has excellent taste. This is a level five Storage Soul Tool with a space of one hundred cubic meters inside, and this Deep Blue Crystal has the effect of nourishing spiritual power."

Dai Huabin put the ring into his pocket.

This is for Zhu Lu.

Previously, the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone and Muscle Transformation had transformed Zhu Lu, but she didn't even have a decent Storage Soul Tool. This ring was a perfect match for her Nether Civet Martial Soul.

After leaving the auction house, Dai Huabin led Ice Empress on a leisurely stroll through the bustling streets of Star Luo City.

Ice Empress wore a newly chosen crystal hair clip and three bracelets of different colors on her wrists, which jingled as she walked.

"Hello."

Ice Empress's voice echoed in Dai Huabin's mind, transmitted via Blood Pact.

"You showed that woman the things, weren't you afraid she'd kill you and steal them?"

Dai Huabin put his hands behind his head and slowly replied in his mind:

"This is Star Luo City, and I am the eldest son of the White Tiger Duke. If she dares to lay a hand on me here, the Star Luo Empire's armies will start fighting each other tomorrow. Don't worry, the fish has already taken the bait."

"Can the Snow Empress really be in their hands?" The Ice Empress was still somewhat uneasy.

Dai Huabin stopped and bought a tiger-shaped sugar painting from a sugar painting stall, handing it to Ice Empress.

"You will definitely hear back within seven days. Trust me!"