"Putting everything else aside, the atmosphere alone... is quite well done."
Chen Shuangbai secretly examined it, noticing many of the clever details, and thought to herself that perhaps her own sect would need a similar scene in the future.
The young servant boy stood straight beside him like a bamboo pole. He first looked around, then confidently invited Chen Shuangbai to sit down on the left, not too close and not too far away.
"Please proceed with the revision."
After Chen Shuangbai took her seat, the cultivators on either side all turned their gazes toward her.
But after only a quick glance, no one stepped forward.
The Qi Refining dared not look at him too closely, because he was Foundation Establishment cultivator.
Most of the other Foundation Establishment glanced at Chen Shuangbai a few more times because of her extraordinary demeanor and the patterns on her robes, guessing that she came from within the country, but nothing more was said.
At this moment, most of the attention was focused on the jade platform in the center.
Taking advantage of the moment, the boy leaned down and whispered, "Sir, this is a small-scale treasure appraisal event held within the Immortal Market for distinguished guests and powerful buyers. It's held irregularly every evening. It's not a large event, but it often features rare and valuable items, mainly spiritual materials, antiques, and items of dubious origin that are definitely of high quality."
"There are two ways to trade: one is direct bidding, where the highest bidder wins; the other is a private transaction if the owner of the treasure has a specific need."
Chen Shuangbai nodded, her gaze sweeping across the entire room.
Many others wore masks or hoods to conceal their presence.
As the clear, melodious sound of jade chimes rang out, a graceful female cultivator stepped onto the jade platform. A gentle smile graced her face as she smiled softly in all directions, serving as her opening remarks.
"Welcome everyone from home and abroad to this treasure fair. I won't say much more; there's only one rule: the highest bidder wins."
That's all.
The female cultivator slowly walked to the edge of the jade platform, and saw the platform slowly sink down. When she came up again, there was a cage on it, inside which was a kind of snake-like demon, seemingly some kind of rare sea beast.
"This first treasure is the baby of the Seven-Colored Python."
Starting bid: 500 medium-grade mother- Shell Pearl!
Seven-Colored Python...
Chen Shuangbai had read about this demon in a book; it lacked potential, but it was good-looking and had vibrant colors.
Adult Seven-Colored Python are graceful and have low aggression. In addition, their bodies are covered with colorful jewels, making them a pleasing sight to behold.
Many disciples from cultivation Lineage or major sects, if they have this hobby, are willing to buy one and keep it by their side, just to please their eyes.
These Shell Pearl are also divided into three grades: high, medium, and low, not much different from Spirit Stone.
Chen Shuangbai had no need for this item, so she did not participate in the bidding.
After the Seven-Colored Python cub was removed, the second treasure was much more precious: the heart of a Foundation Establishment Realm Blazing Flame Golden Eagle.
Even after being removed from the body, the heart remained alive, contained in a sealed, Cold Jade box. It was about the size of a fist, entirely crimson, with golden flame patterns dancing on its surface, and was still pulsating slightly.
The female cultivator's voice carried a hint of excitement as she introduced, "This bird is a unique fire-elemental species, its nature as fierce as fire. Its heart not only contains abundant fire essence and vitality, but it is also an excellent tonic for cultivators practicing fire magic..."
Chen Shuangbai had no particular needs either, so she just watched quietly until the treasures were sold off one by one.
final.
Finally, there was a treasure that piqued Chen Shuangbai's interest.
It was a Bronze pot covered in verdigris.
This teapot has a simple and unrefined shape, with faint fish, bird and floral patterns visible on its surface. The rim is chipped, making it look unremarkable and even somewhat dilapidated.
Chen Shuangbai's expression remained unchanged, but her eyes lit up slightly.
The female cultivator explained that this item was salvaged from the sea by the Immortal Market. It was said to be an artifact from the Ancient Kingdom that once dominated the Spirit Gauze Sea. Although the seawater had completely corroded the treasure, it was still extremely valuable.
Of course, it is only valuable to certain monks who are interested in exploring the secrets of history.
Chen Shuangbai wasn't interested in any historical secrets; what interested him more was the fish and bird patterns on the object, which vaguely resembled the patterns on the small golden censer hanging at his waist.
The female cultivator praised it at length, but only a handful of people made a bid.
Chen Shuangbai easily put the item into his pocket.
After the maid presented the item, Chen Shuangbai did not rush to examine it. Instead, he casually put it into his pocket, intending to study it carefully when he got back.
The highlight of this treasure trove was a strange coral.
It is said to be called Star Sea Jade Coral, which is formed by Deep-Sea Jade Coral absorbing the power of stars and seabed jasper. The longer it takes to form, the higher its value.
This plant was clearly dug up too early, only three hundred years old, but it is still quite valuable.
However, Chen Shuangbai was mainly interested in the star essence contained within this item...
If one refines and absorbs it, one might even be able to comprehend the power of the stars.
The female cultivator's tone became more impassioned as she announced, "Starting price—five thousand mid-grade Shell Pearl! Each bid must be at least five hundred!"
Many cultivators participating in this treasure gathering were tempted.
In no time, the price began to rise towards 10,000 mid-grade Shell Pearl.
Chen Shuangbai spoke gently to the child, saying, "Offer: 30,000 mid-grade Shell Pearl."
The boy jumped, his face lighting up with excitement, and shouted, "Thirty thousand mid-grade Shell Pearl!"
The price jumped from 10,000 to 30,000 in an instant.
It immediately attracted the attention of many people.
Among those gazes, many were filled with curiosity... Who was this Foundation Establishment cultivator who had suddenly driven the price up to 30,000?
Not long after.
Another person followed suit, raising the price to 33,500. Chen Shuangbai, too lazy to argue, raised the price again, pushing it to 40,000!
He has no shortage of Shell Pearl.
Those few bottles of [ Mystic Light Illuminating Life Pill ] are rare treasures at sea, and now the bag contains at least 110,000 to 120,000 Shell Pearl.
This item is also suitable for Chen Shuangbai to study and comprehend; at the very least, it can be used to hone the [ Foot-Long Silk ], allowing the flying sword to perceive the stellar power contained within it.
Chen Shuangbai eventually pocketed the item, and until he left, no one dared to approach him and say anything irrelevant.
That makes sense.
"I am, after all, a distinguished guest invited by Gao Hao, a member of the Immortal Market. Most people who want to get closer to me will probably inquire about my background first."
Chen Shuangbai also calmly left Treasure Gathering Pavilion with the flow of people.
The young servant boy followed behind him, his face full of excitement, not only for the grand scene just now, but also because the Immortal Market had a rule that the more Shell Pearl the guests spent, the more they would be paid.
It can be said that Chen Shuangbai's generous gesture today earned the child more money than he would have earned in several months in the past.
How could I not be happy?!