339: Saen'ao

Xu Qing merely glanced at Qing Niang, then asked, "What is the price for a Dao Severing Realm slave?"

Seeing that Xu Qing was unmoved by her, Qing Niang felt a touch of disappointment in her eyes. From Xu Qing's demeanor, she knew the young man before her was extraordinary. If she could attach herself to him, she might be able to escape her bitter plight.

However, disappointment was disappointment. As a woman specifically trained by Saen Palace, she was naturally no ordinary woman. She quickly regained her smile.

This young man immediately asked for Dao Severing Realm slaves, so he must be a major client. If a deal could be made, she would receive a considerable commission, and then she could exchange it for Cultivation resources to Cultivate.

Although Saen Palace was cruel, as long as one had strength and ability, one could gain more power there.

Qing Niang smiled confidently, "Of course we do! Let alone Dao Severing Realm slaves, our Saen Palace even has Dao Lord Realm slaves!"

"Oh? That's interesting!"

Xu Qing smiled.

Seeing Xu Qing's interest, Qing Niang's expression brightened, "Please follow me, honored sir!"

Then, amidst the jealous gazes of her fellow sisters, Qing Niang led Xu Qing into the palace.

"Sir, the price of Dao Severing Realm slaves varies according to their strength. The price range for Early Stage Dao Severing slaves is between one hundred thousand and three hundred thousand Chaos Origin Crystals, and for Middle Stage Dao Severing..."

Along the way, Qing Niang introduced the prices, giving Xu Qing an understanding of the slave market. For example, an ordinary Early Stage Dao Severing slave could be bought for one hundred thousand Chaos Origin Crystals, while a powerful Half-step Dao Lord slave could sell for tens of millions of Chaos Origin Crystals.

As for Dao Lord Realm slaves, although they existed, Saen Palace rarely sold them. On one hand, Cultivators of this Rank were considered powerful even in the Kase Heaven Realm, and it was extremely difficult for Saen Palace to capture them.

On the other hand, although such powerful individuals were controlled by Saen Palace, it was because Saen Palace had enough power to suppress them. If a buyer did not have sufficient ability to suppress them, and the slave found an opportunity, a situation of devouring the master would occur. This would affect the reputation of the Saen Family, so they would not easily sell them.

"I'll take two Half-step Dao Lords and twenty Dao Severing Perfection!"

Xu Qing thought for a moment and said.

He needed these guards merely for the daily maintenance of Bao Dan Pavilion. After all, he couldn't always stay at Bao Dan Pavilion, and having these guards would also provide cover for him.

As for buying slaves with family points, Xu Qing would never do such a losing business. An Early Stage Dao Severing slave would cost ten billion family points, while here it would be at most three hundred thousand Chaos Origin Crystals.

Currently, Xu Qing lacked everything but money.

During that ambush in the ruins, he had killed eight Dao Sovereigns alone. As Old Ancestors of various tribes, these individuals naturally had substantial wealth. Although they didn't have Chaos Origin Crystals, they possessed quite a bit of high-Rank Chaos Profound Crystals and even Low Grade dao crystals.

Not to mention, Xu Qing had also killed so many Dao Lords and Dao Severing Cultivators. The Heaven And Earth Treasure they had collected had been consumed by Xu Qing, but the Chaos Origin Crystals and other items remained.

Therefore, buying some guards was merely a drop in the bucket.

In contrast, Qing Niang was so shocked that her mind went blank. According to what Xu Qing had just said, even with the maximum discount and choosing the cheapest individuals, it would still be over one hundred million Chaos Origin Crystals.

According to the palace rules for Dao Severing Realm slaves, she could get a three-thousandth commission, which would be hundreds of thousands of Chaos Origin Crystals. She was only an Emperor Realm Cultivator, and this amount of Chaos Origin Crystals would be enough for her to Cultivate to the Dao Severing Realm.

Moreover, completing this single transaction would greatly elevate her status within the palace. She might even be promoted to a steward. Even if she couldn't become a steward, she wouldn't have to worry about being treated as mere merchandise and sent out at any time by the palace.

After all, all of these women were still virgins, placed at the entrance to greet guests, waiting to be noticed by some important figure, so that Saen Palace could profit from it.

Seeing Qing Niang's unusual expression, Xu Qing asked, "What's wrong? Don't you have them?"

"We do, we do! Please wait, honored sir. This kind of business is no longer something this humble servant can decide. I will immediately invite the steward!"

Qing Niang quickly said.

Such a large transaction was naturally not something she could decide on, and it also involved the interests of the steward, so she would naturally not act on her own initiative.

"Alright!"

Xu Qing nodded.

Not long after, a middle-aged man in luxurious clothes walked in, followed by Qing Niang. The identity of this middle-aged man was self-evident.

"I am Sarn Ao, the steward of Saen Palace. I greet the honored guest here!"

Sarn Ao sized up Xu Qing, and a clear understanding formed in his mind. He spoke politely.

"Steward Sa'en, I don't like to waste words. This Miss Qing Niang must have already told you! Give me a price!" Xu Qing said with a calm expression.

This Sarn Ao's Cultivation was merely at the Peak of Dao Severing. From his name, he should be a member of the Saen Family. This Family came from one of the Myriad Tribes—the Mad Blood Tribe.

Like the Wind Shadow Tribe, the Mad Blood Tribe belonged to a medium-Rank race, but their frontal combat strength was considerably stronger than that of the Wind Shadow Tribe. During combat, the Bloodline within their bodies would go berserk, thereby enhancing their combat power. After going berserk, at most they would only feel fatigued, which was quite peculiar.

"Honored guest, rest assured. While my Saen Palace may lack other things, we certainly do not lack Dao Severing Realm slaves. However..."

At this point, Sarn Ao hesitated.

"Are you afraid I can't afford it?" Xu Qing chuckled.

Sarn Ao naturally had this concern, but he wouldn't voice it. Instead, he said, "The honored guest is joking. What I mean is that these slaves are cunning and fierce by nature. I'm afraid the honored guest might be misled by these slaves, allowing them to find an opportunity."

"Thousands of years ago, there was a guest who, believing a slave, removed the slave's soul control, and ultimately met the fate of being killed by the slave."

"I see!"

Xu Qing nodded, his face showing no sign of worry, "Name your price!"

Seeing Xu Qing's calm and confident gaze, Sarn Ao said no more. "According to the honored guest's request, here is information on a group of Half-step Dao Lord and Dao Severing Perfection slaves. It includes their Cultivation Technique, Physique attributes, and prices, among other things. The honored guest can choose freely."

Sarn Ao took out two Jade Slips and handed them to Xu Qing.

Xu Qing took them and glanced through them. He had to admit that the Jade Slips contained information on many slaves; there were over a thousand Half-step Dao Lords alone. He quickly browsed through them and soon selected a batch.

"The honored guest truly possesses a Wisdom Eye. All those chosen are individuals with powerful combat strength."

Sarn Ao was somewhat incredulous at this, as he was aware of the true capabilities of these slaves. He hadn't expected Xu Qing to pick only powerful individuals.

Xu Qing smiled without speaking. With the prices and information laid out, what was so difficult?

"I've looked through them. The total value of these slaves is one hundred eighty-seven million Chaos Origin Crystals. Given that this is your first visit to our establishment, we are willing to offer the honored guest an 80% discount. What do you think, honored guest?" Sarn Ao looked nervously at Xu Qing.

If this deal went through, his performance this year would greatly improve. Currently, there was an open position for a deputy general manager, and all the stewards were vying for it. At this time, whoever achieved results would undoubtedly receive attention from above.

"The discount isn't necessary! I've noticed that these slaves also have Family members, don't they? I'll round it up to two hundred million and take their relatives as a package deal!"

Xu Qing didn't care about such small amounts. Since he was buying these guards, he would save as many as he could.

"The honored guest is truly a benevolent person!"

Upon hearing this, Sarn Ao's heart lit up. The relatives of those people were only worth about twenty million in total. If this deal succeeded, he could maneuver things and still profit considerably from it.