Two burly half-orc Blood Wolves carried a three-meter-tall bronze cauldron onto the auction stage.


Although the two of them were very careful, when the bronze cauldron fell to the ground, it still made a loud clang. The four legs of the bronze cauldron pressed the platform slightly inward.

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From this we can see how heavy the bronze cauldron is.


This bronze cauldron, weighing at least 800,000 jin, was not cast from ordinary materials.


A hush fell over the crowd as all eyes were fixed on the bronze tripod displayed on the auction stage. They whispered amongst themselves, their faces full of anticipation.



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A massive bronze cauldron, completely covered in green verdigris, bore intricate inscriptions beneath the patina, radiating an ancient charm.


Qi Feiyu stood under the bronze tripod and began to introduce: "This tripod is called the Kaiguan Lu Ding. It was a sacred vessel used by the former glorious Central Imperial Empire to worship their ancestors, deities, and heaven and earth."

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Zhang Ruochin's gaze was fixed on the bronze cauldron, and suddenly, familiar memories surged like a tide, seeming to transport him back eight hundred years ago.

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Every year on the winter solstice, as snow falls heavily, Zhang Ruochin would be served by palace maids, bathe in incense, and change into a clean and tidy dragon robe. He would then follow Emperor Ming and civil and military officials to sacrifice to heaven and earth and all gods under the Kaiyuan Lu Ding, praying for the good fortune of the coming year.


He felt as if he heard a palace maid calling him to wake up by his ear, and as if the Taizi Tai Fu was reading aloud a sacrificial text in a booming voice.

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For the old soldiers of the Holy Ming Central Empire, it held extraordinary significance, carrying the fortunes of the Holy Ming Central Empire.


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Perhaps the Bai Yue Demon Cult is aware that Kunlun Realm is about to be thrown into chaos, which is why they are auctioning off the Kaiyuan Lu Ding. They want to stir up the already muddy waters even further.


A look of surprise flashed in Murong Yue's eyes, she immediately turned her head and fixed her gaze on Zhang Ruochin, saying, "Your Highness..." Zhang Ruochin stretched out a hand to stop her from speaking, saying, "Wait a moment, you will be the one to bid publicly. No matter what, you must get the Kaiyuan Deer King.""But my subordinate doesn't have that many sacred stones," Murong Yue showed a hint of worry.


"Don't worry about the sacred stones, I will use divine blood to replace them. I believe the cultivators of the Demon Cult would be more willing to receive divine blood," Zhang Ruochin said.


Reassured by Zhang Ruochin's full support, Murong Yue instantly felt at ease.




The opening bid for the Kaiyuan Sacred Tripod is 10,000 sacred stones. Each increase must be at least 100 sacred stones.


When Qi Feiyue announced the starting price of the Kaiyuan Shengding, a wave of sighs swept through the auction hall.


After all, the Kaiyuan Lu Ding is just an ancient bronze artifact and not even a hundred-patterned sacred artifact. [To read the latest chapters of this book, please go to] Even if its starting price were a Sacred Stone, no one would buy it unless it was the ancestral artifact of the Shengming Central Imperial Dynasty.




"The Zhuangguangge is really asking for an exorbitant price, clearly intending to fleece Kong Hongbi ruthlessly," a figure of the sect master level said with a low chuckle.


All the cultivators present knew that the Kaigen Deer Head was crucial to the Mingtang, and Kong Hongbi would definitely bid for it.


A chill flashed across Kong Hongbi's eyes, and a hint of hatred welled up towards the Baiyue Demon Cult. A silent vow formed in her heart: she would find a way to get revenge.


One million sacred stones, indeed a hefty sum, but still within Kong Hongbi's reach.


"<$>?????“Ten thousand holy stones.” Kong Hongbi shouted the price.

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In the auction hall, the three stewards of Zhu Guang Ge simultaneously smiled and nodded, feeling very satisfied.


Just when everyone thought Kong Hongbi would spend ten thousand sacred stones to win the Kaiyuan Deer Horn, Murong Yue, who was sitting beside Zhang Ruichen, shouted the price: "Ten thousand one hundred sacred stones."


Everyone looked at each other in surprise, then turned their gazes to Murong Yue, and whispers filled the air.


An elder spoke, revealing Murong Yue's family background. He said, "Murong Yue is a distinguished descendant of the Murong clan, and the Murong clan was once a powerful aristocratic family in the Holy Bright Central Empire. Could it be that the Murong clan also wants to compete for hegemony and rebuild the Holy Bright Central Empire?"

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In the auction hall, all sorts of speculation arose.


Of course, they would only dare to utter such outrageous words in the Black Market Headquarters' auction house. In the Martial City's auction house, anyone who dared to mention rebuilding the Holy Bright Central Empire would surely be stripped of their possessions and eradicated from existence.




Kong Hongbi glanced at Murong Yue with disdain and said, "I never expected that the Murong family would be so interested in the Kaigen Lu Ding. It's a pity that the legitimate authority of the Shengming Central Empire lies in Mingtang. Even if the Murong family obtains the Kaigen Lu Ding, they wouldn't be able to command the warlords."


Then Kong Hongbi raised the price: "12,000 sacred stones." "13,000 sacred stones."


"Fifteen thousand sacred stones."


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Prices are soaring at a rapid pace.




When Murong Yue shouted the sky-high price of "20,000 sacred stones," even Kong Hongbi hesitated slightly.


On the contrary, the three deacons of Zhuangguangge became increasingly happy, with smiles on their faces, hoping that Kong Hongbi and Murong Yue would bid the price higher.


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The Ghostly Saint cast a sly smile. "Murong Yue took down the Kaiyuan Sacred Tripod, she must be planning to return it to the Eastern Region. But Zhongyu is Mingtang's territory. It won't be easy for her to leave. We can intercept her halfway and kill her without spending even a single Sacred Stone. We'll then have the Kaiyuan Sacred Tripod in our hands."


"Indeed, the Murong clan's sacred stones also belong to the Mingtang's wealth. Why should they be given cheaply to the Baiyue Demon Cult?" Kong Hongbi narrowed her eyes, with a murderous glint in her pupils.


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"Muran Yue was somewhat surprised and said, “Kong Hongbi couldn't possibly give up Kaiyuan Luoding so easily. He definitely has other motives.”


"Don't worry about him, Kaigen Lu Ding belongs to the Shengming Central Empire, it absolutely doesn't belong to Ming Tang."


Zhang Ruochin handed over 10,000 sacred stones to the Grand Marshal and two jars of divine blood to Murong Yue. He instructed them to separately extract the elephant soul of the Qingjia Holy Elephant and the Kaigen Deer Horn.


Zhang Ruochen paid one hundred and twenty Saint Stones and extracted two withered wood pills. Zhang Ruochen, accompanied by Shi Meiren, left the auction house first.


As the two walked out of the auction house, raindrops began to fall outside. Before they knew it, a thunderstorm had rolled in.


One after another, bolts of lightning flashed across the sky like dragons and snakes, emitting brilliant light. Immediately following, a deafening roar came from the clouds.


The rain is coming down harder now.

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Zhang Ruochin glanced at Shi Meiren, gently brushed her hair with his finger, and then turned to look at Ouyang Huan, saying, "Thank you."


"Please take Master Dai to the Heavenly Music Pavilion."


With a light gesture of his hand, Ouyang Huan beckoned, and two maidservants, graceful and dignified, stepped forward.


Two maidservants led Zhang Ruochin to the Tianle Pavilion, then they withdrew.


A three-story rosewood attic, complete with a courtyard, planted with ancient pines and bamboos. The pines and bamboos sway in the rain, making a rustling sound.


The third floor of the attic, with a single red candle burning.


As the cold wind blew, the candlelight flickered constantly, making the atmosphere very eerie.


Zhang Ruochin and Shi Meiren sat cross-legged on the floor, a zhang apart, facing each other.




Zhang Ruochin stared into her eyes and said, "Ling Feiyu, I don't know what happened to you. But you should wake up, or else, the two of us are probably unlikely to see the sun tomorrow."


Just now, Zhang Ruochin released his spiritual power. In the four directions of the attic, he discovered over ten powerful auras. They were hidden in the wind and rain, carrying a murderous intent.


The stone beauty sat on the ground, her long hair cascading down like a waterfall. In the candlelight, her skin shone especially radiant, like a layer of fine jade wax.


Zhang Ruchen observed her eyes, tentatively asking: "Did the battle with the Blood Emperor of Azure Heaven crush your spirit?"


Shi Meier's eyelashes trembled slightly.


Meanwhile, her ten slender and delicate fingers trembled incessantly, like a timid little quail.




Zhang Ruchen saw her reaction and immediately said, "Ling Feiyu, the unparalleled genius three hundred years ago, was invincible among his peers and had never lost a single battle. You are proud, your heart is full of confidence, you don't look down on anyone."


Your cultivation journey has been far too smooth, devoid of any setbacks. Or perhaps, any hardship you face is effortlessly overcome.

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It is precisely so, your holy way has such a huge flaw.

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"Enough!"

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Shi Mei's eyes, filled with tears, were as delicate and pitiful as pear blossoms in the wind and rain.

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At this moment, Zhang Ruochin could finally confirm that Ling Feiyu was indeed having mental issues. His spirit and willpower had been severely impacted, leading to his despondency.


Zhang Ruochin stared at her and said, "Being defeated by the Azure Heaven Blood Emperor is not shameful at all. Who hasn't been defeated? How many times have I been defeated by you, yet have I ever fallen?"


"I am no longer the previous Ling Feiyu, just a stone man."


Shi Bi-ren closed her eyes, not daring to look at Zhang Ruo-chen. She shook her head gently and said: "Tonight, we will not die."


Suddenly, the stone beauty slowly took off her clothes, revealing a delicate and translucent body. She主动 walked towards Zhang Ruochin, her two soft red lips imprinted on Zhang Ruochin's cheek.




Her delicate body, like warm incense and jade, leaned against Zhang Ruochin's arms, wanting to unbuckle his belt.


Suddenly, there was a loud crack!


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Next, the stone beauty flew out, with a bang, hitting the table and knocking over the candlestick.




The candle flame flickered and went out, plunging the entire room into darkness.


"Whew."


The cold wind outside kept pouring in.


Zhang Ruochin walked over and stared at the weeping Shi Meiren lying on the ground. He couldn't help but clench his fingers and shake his head, saying: "I never hit women, but you forced me to break the rules. The reason I hit you is that I don't want to see you continue to fall."


Tonight, if Zhang Ruochin had simply given in and taken Shi Meiren's virginity, he could have successfully fooled the Demon Sect cultivators and escaped from Zhuguangge safely.


And, Shi Meier obviously didn't want Zhang Ruochin to be embarrassed, so she chose to take the initiative.


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From now on, there will only be Shi Meiren, and no more Ling Feiyu.


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