If they had merely stood still, that would have been one thing. These people wore none of the badges the others had, and they concealed their cultivation within their bodies, making it impossible to see through them.
If this were not a mercenary market, judging by their bearing and manner, it would have been hard to believe they were waiting to be hired.
"This lord wishes to hire a powerful bodyguard. Bring out the strongest person here!"
Too lazy to waste words with them, Wei Buxin released the aura of an Emperor Realm expert and swept his gaze around.
Sensing the aura of an Emperor Realm expert from him, the people who had previously been indifferent all straightened their backs in unison.
An Emperor Realm expert had come personally to choose someone; the pay would certainly be generous.
"My lord, choose me! My name is Zhang Yi. I'm at the lower Emperor Realm and specialize in defense, making me best suited for protection!"
A smiling young man stepped forward. With a flick of his wrist, a Chess Piece Artifact floated above his head. As it spun, it formed a light shield more than a man's height tall, enveloping him within.
Clang! Clang! Clang! Clang!
Countless arrows shot in from somewhere, striking the light shield with a string of crisp rings. They did not harm the person inside in the slightest.
This young man was displaying his strength in hopes of securing a higher price.
"He relies on a magic treasure for his defense. When real danger comes, he can only turtle up and take blows passively. You two lords should choose me instead. I'm fast—when danger arises, I can draw the enemy's attention and successfully take the person under protection away!"
Another young man stepped forward. With a slight sway,