155: Zhang Duobao City, unexpected Jiang Xuan

Duo Bao City, the largest trading hub in Qingzhou, is located on the border of Qingzhou, near Sand Continent.

In the past, most of the people in the city were from Qingzhou and Sand Continent, trading treasures, with few outsiders.

Now, however, outsiders are constantly pouring into the city, simply because Duo Bao City is a necessary stop to Sand Continent, and Young Emperor Jiang Xuan is very likely to arrive here.

Outside the city, many Cultivators, wearing masks, paid the entrance fee and entered the city. This city has treasure transactions all year round, so it is inevitable that some people will become envious and engage in murder and robbery.

Although no one dares to act presumptuously within the city under the jurisdiction of the Nangong Family, Qingzhou's top Family, it's a different story outside the city, where the Nangong Family will not interfere.

If one were recognized without a mask and targeted by ill-intentioned individuals, it's very possible to lose both wealth and life.

"Boss, should we also wear masks?" Not far from the city gate, Man Dali looked at the Cultivators continuously entering the city and asked Jiang Xuan.

Jiang Xuan said indifferently, "Let's go. When in Rome, do as the Romans do. We'll also wear masks to enter the city."

After speaking, he put on a mask with a green face and fangs, and set up a Restriction with the power of a Saint King. Otherwise, even with a mask, others could still see through it with their Divine Sense.

"Fifty High-Grade Spirit Stones," the city gate guard said arrogantly.

"What! Are you robbing us?" Man Dali instantly shouted loudly upon hearing this.

However, before the guard could speak, the Cultivator queuing behind them urged, "Hey, hey, hey, what are you dawdling for? Don't you see what time it is now? Young Emperor Jiang Xuan is coming to Duo Bao City. If you can't even afford fifty Top-Grade Spirit Stones, why bother joining the fun?"

Man Dali was almost fuming. He had never seen so many Top-Grade Spirit Stones in his life, let alone Top-Grade ones; even Low Grade ones were rarely seen in his village.

Now, entering the city required fifty Top-Grade Spirit Stones, which completely overturned his worldview.

Man Dali leaned close to Jiang Xuan's ear, dissatisfied, "Boss, these people are actually using your name to earn Spirit Stones. It's too despicable; we must teach them a lesson."

After speaking, he said to the person behind him, "Hmph, you know who we are..."

Man Dali was halfway through his sentence when a clear female voice rang out, "Our Young Miss will pay for their Spirit Stones."

A young girl dressed as a maid stepped forward and threw a bag to the city gate guard. The latter opened it, glanced inside, and then said to Jiang Xuan and Man Dali, "Go in."

Man Dali looked at Jiang Xuan, "Boss."

Jiang Xuan glanced at the figure beside the maid, "Thank you, Young Miss."

Then, he motioned for Dali to enter the city. The moment he turned around, a strange arc appeared at the corner of the woman's mouth behind him... Inside the city, both sides of the street were lined with shops trading treasures. The bustling crowds were lively. Jiang Xuan quickly scanned the area and sensed no fewer than ten Saint Qi auras. It seemed Duo Bao City was truly a mixed bag of Dragons and snakes now.

Jiang Xuan looked at the lively scene before him and thought to himself, "It's a bit like an antique trading market in my previous life."

The two strolled along, mostly seeing treasures below the Supreme level. Jiang Xuan held the bracelet in his hand, and after sensing no old man inside, he said to the stall owner with disappointment, "Boss, is there no place in Duo Bao City to find great treasures?"

Hearing this, the boss smiled mysteriously, "Young Master, these are all small businesses for us, you see, hehe."

Jiang Xuan knew what the boss meant, took out a Top-Grade Spirit Stone, and smiled, "I'll buy this bracelet."

"Oh my!" The boss quickly took the Spirit Stone and said eagerly, "One look at Young Master and I can tell you're a Prodigy from a major power, so generous with your spending."

"To tell you the truth, Young Master, there is a place for great treasures, it just depends if Young Master is interested."

Jiang Xuan immediately became interested, "Oh? Tell me about it."

A hint of admiration flashed in the boss's eyes, and he continued, "Because Young Emperor Jiang Xuan is coming, the Nangong Family will hold an auction every night these past few days. The items there are all Saint-level and above. If Young Master wants real treasures, you can go and see tonight."

Leaving the stall, Man Dali saw Jiang Xuan looking interested and asked, "Boss, are we really going to that auction?"

Jiang Xuan looked at him and smiled, "What, aren't you usually the one who loves joining in the fun the most? Why have you changed today?"

Man Dali scratched his head and chuckled, "Hehe, actually I do want to go, but I'm just afraid of delaying your important business, Boss."

Jiang Xuan shook his head, his expression enigmatic, "No rush. It wouldn't hurt to go and see tonight. Perhaps it will be very interesting."

As night fell, the entire Duo Bao City was brightly lit, and the clamor echoed through the night sky, even livelier than during the day.

Qianjin Pavilion was where the Nangong Family held its auctions. Only those with substantial wealth, often from major powers, could enter.

When Jiang Xuan and Man Dali arrived, Man Dali's mouth was almost watering as he looked at the magnificent gate and plaque, made of various high-grade Materials.

Jiang Xuan was a bit speechless at his appearance. He had to correct some of Dali's thinking.

"Dali, there's no need to envy. Your boss here lacks everything but Spirit Stones. Here, watch this."

After speaking, he led Man Dali to the entrance and handed a ring to the guard at the door. The guard's Divine Sense swept inside, and he instantly froze. After a long while, he recovered and, with a fawning expression, welcomed Jiang Xuan in, shouting, "One VIP, arrange a top-grade suite!"

Man Dali followed behind with an expression of admiration, entering Qianjin Pavilion amidst the envious gazes of the surrounding crowd.

In a top-grade private room with the number One in the VIP section on the third floor, Man Dali asked with a curious expression, "Boss, how many Spirit Stones did you have in your ring? I saw that guard almost go dumbfounded."

Jiang Xuan tossed the ring into his hand, saying nonchalantly, "See for yourself."

Man Dali took the ring and swept his Divine Sense inside. The dazzling light almost blinded him. Inside the ring, countless Top-Grade Spirit Stones were densely packed, forming several mountains that made his little heart pound non-stop.

"Oh my! How many Spirit Stones must there be! Boss, how did you do it?" Man Dali's hands were trembling as he looked at Jiang Xuan in shock.

Jiang Xuan's eyes narrowed slightly, and he grinned, "Nothing much, just exterminated a few sects."

Man Dali's eyes lit up, as if he had found a path to wealth.

"Everyone."

Just then, on the auction stage below, an old man in green robes appeared and bowed slightly to the crowd.

"This old man, Nangong Zhenhai, will be the auctioneer for this auction."

"Our Nangong Clan has long admired Young Emperor Jiang Xuan. Now, as Young Emperor Jiang Xuan is passing through this place, to show our respect, we have specially organized several grand auctions."

Nangong Zhenhai glanced at the masked individuals and said, "On behalf of the Nangong Clan, I promise that all proceeds from the auction will go to Young Emperor Jiang Xuan!"

"What!" As soon as these words were spoken, the entire venue was astonished, and even Jiang Xuan's eyes above showed a hint of surprise.