"It's Gold of Life." Electrolux's voice rang out in Xu Yanli's mind, carrying a hint of approval. "A fine treasure. Though its quality can't compare to the Seed of Life inside you, it makes up for that with its abundance. Engraving arrays with this carving knife will increase your success rate by at least thirty percent. Soul Tools made with it will also carry an aura of life and possess the ability to repair themselves."
Xu Yanli turned the jade-green carving knife over in his hands, a satisfied smile tugging at his lips.
One hundred thousand Gold Soul Coins—money well spent.
He put the knife away, stood, and went to the window to draw back the curtains.
The moon shone bright outside, its silvery light spilling across the windowsill and being automatically absorbed by his Martial Soul.
The auction should have ended by now.
As he wondered about it, a knock suddenly came from the door.
"Your Highness." It was Lezheng Ling. "The auctioneer from the Starlight Auction Arena is here. She says she has something to discuss with you."
Xu Yanli raised an eyebrow, turned, and opened the door.
Qingya stood outside in a purple dress, a courteous smile on her face and a gold-embossed invitation in her hands.
"Your Highness, Prince Xiaoyao." She bowed slightly, her tone especially respectful. "I'm Qingya, the auctioneer from the auction the other day. In a few days, the Starlight Auction Arena will hold an even grander top-tier auction. You spent a great deal at the last one, making you one of our most esteemed guests, so I came personally to deliver your invitation."
Xu Yanli took the invitation and opened it for a look.
The gold-embossed paper bore the Starlight Auction Arena's emblem: a six-pointed star surrounded by delicate patterns. It looked