Huang Beiyue leaned her on her seat calmly, sipping her tea.
She had arrived back in Princess Royal Mansion, listening to the report of the Wei Sisters about the latest news.
The news spread fast and it caused an uproar. Who Xuanyuan Wentian, the older generation Mercenary were able to remember him clearly and thus in turn spread to the High Society.
The long buried tales, rumors, and hearsays were dug up.
Lord of the Night. A powerful individual that was not limited to one Class alone.
"This person sounds so powerful." Wei Er, the more chatty between the twins.
Ugh, twins…
"Indeed, Lord of the Night, that's some name." Wei Yi nodded in response
An Ying and Dongling who stood behind their Master only looked at their juniors, they were certain, their Master has the something to do with this, and these two cute and naïve juniors are unintentionally blowing praises and rainbow farts. Well, they are still young though they really need to be more sensible. Unlike An Ying and Dongling who was guided by Huang Beiyue herself from start, the twins were not. It was both Dongling and An Ying that get them to the very basic, specially for their legs and reflex. After all, Thunder Breathing relies on speed and precision. Huang Beiyue had taught them the forms. The Seventh Form of Thunder Breathing would be the most difficult to teach because as Kokushibu or Michikatsu, he's not familiar with the new form, however, he seen enough from Kaigaku's eyes before he was slayed, it was really strong and powerful, equally destructive as well to the users legs. It's the form that Kokushibu has to master first before teaching it to the Twins, if they get their summons, they don't need to know the Seventh Form.
"Dongling, Ying, what do you think? Everyone in Linhuai City or the whole Nanyi heard about it by now…any spies planted will also send the words out." Huang Beiyue leisurely sipped on the tea, "On the auction tomorrow, what do you think will happen?"
"Its likely all Experts in Linhuai City and perhaps Nanyi will come tomorrow, if not for the auction, but to see and verify the truth. As for the others outside the country, it will be difficult as the journey will be long, the message will arrive late, they will inquire more however." An Ying answered
"Tomorrow's Auction, it's likely that the Imperial Family and even Dean Cang He will come, perhaps it will even drawn in the Generals. Tomorrow, the Bugiel Auction House will become the non official gathering of the Expert. The Red Spider will likely be the seen as a way in gaining your attention, it's price will be astronomical." Dongling added, "Many will want to have a talk with you but Bugiel also will not allow to offend you by receiving them."
Huang Beiyue only made a small, "En." And didn't elaborate more.
"Master, the invitation from the Palace also arrived three days ago, the invitation of the Banquet to the Palace." Wei Er did not dare refuse or agree with the eunuch that delivered the invitation, it was fairly obvious as she is only an Inner Maid, even if she and her sister are one of the lucky ones.
"We're going, I'll be taking Dongling and An Ying." Huang Beiyue said
"That's good, we already prepared your dress and accessories, Master!"
"…"
Huang Beiyue inspected her blade, made form her own bone and flesh, willing it to look more ordinary than the… admittedly disgusting looking one Kokushibu had in the past.
She is very aware of the unrest within the city, and did not find it in herself to care.
Huang Beiyue narrowed her eyes, feeling someone is staring at her from afar, she turned to that direction and stared as well.
That, whoever that is, is probably one of the strongest presence that Huang Beiyue encountered. Yan being one of them despite in his weak state, there was one in Beiyue Manor who's equally weakened.
However, Huang Beiyue narrowed her eyes in turn. What are you looking at, you creep?
Yun Li was surprised when his eyes meet the one that possessed the Million Beast Jade.
Ho?
The peculiarities of the energy he had sense had woken him from his meditative state and it had continue to persist for a year, given it was too far away to see but he was certain. The corruption within in had also slowed significantly. The Million Beast Jade found a new master after all these years it lost its master. And the new Master is far more insane the previous one. The Million Beast Jade was in danger, it's a peculiar feeling, because it was threatened, it focused more on the one that threatened it, this resulted to the corruption within him and likely Hong Zhu as well screech to an abrupt halt. However, one cannot be said the same to the new Master. Suffering pain unimaginable, if she does not bear it and force the Jade into Submission, she will die, not even a soul left.
However, it continue to persist for six months until it quoted down and it was silent. There was no continuous corruption after that Silence.
The Million Beast Jade was tamed.
New Master, huh?
What an absurd little girl your daughter is Xuanyuan Wentian, Huang Huiwen.
This much talent in such little body. To have the courage to actually absorb even the Jade instead of just its power inside.
Her stare also felt like he was being stared at by another being like him, inhumane. He was not referring to the Demonic God Beast sealed within her. Though that Seal would have rendered her unable to cultivate yet she flew up to the level she is on by sealing her dantian and treating her body as if it's her own spirit root and dantian to store energy. Daring and insanity. No one does that, not even Xuanyuan Wentian, it's just not done, so how was she able to do it? A body to hold that much power, keep it within her skin and not spilling out, it shouldn't be that possible. Yet here she is. Truly remarkable. Honestly it's fascinating and terrifying.
He couldn't probe deeper, the Million Beast Jade covers his vision however, he had a feeling, she is tearing straight through his soul. Like an Alchemist staring at an ingredient they are dissecting. He could not even come up with a lie regarding the chill that run through his spine. No, he's no prey, he is stronger than her currently.
'Currently, but that's not the case in the future, isn't it?' his traitorous mind whispered.
Did the Heavens finally had common sense and made it so she cannot cultivate properly? It seemed like it backfired and created an even bigger Monster than Xuanyuan Wentian.
Yun Li wished to take the little girl as his disciple however, he had a hunch she would fight to the death with him, and it's likely she is crazy enough to kill herself and take him down with her.
"Nevermind, she will seek me out herself." Yun Li went back inside the Seven Pagodas. Trying to brush aside the feeling that when they had their own stare down, it felt like there were two more eyes staring at her. It must be hallucination or trick. Even he was not certain of that because on second look, Huang Beiyue only have a pair of eyes.
"Yes, I was seeing things."
The Bazaar are both bustling with activities but also quite. So many experts coming into this particular auction, there almost wasn't any room for ordinary Mercenary or low star Summiners. The VIP Boxes were also all reserved before hand. Master Hands of Nanyi Country were present, even the Emperor however the star of the show has yet to arrived. It was almost noon.
Just when anyone can make impatient comment, the whole Bazaar instantly became silent as a graveyard.
A heavy presence suddenly slammed down on them, appearing out of nowhere. This presence, this pressure…
The guards on Bugiel Auction House simultaneous lost their footing and knelt down from the pressure, one after another. Bugiel Loulou who has been anxiously waiting was spared however.
"Master Xuanyuan Wentian! Welcome! You're here!"
"En." Huang Beiyue looked at Bugiel Loulou who shivered but pulled himself together, his admiration and intense fanboying surprising won over his primal terror.
"Then please, come with me, I will lead you to your VIP Box. You said you dislike to many people to bother you." Loulou beamed proudly as he lead the person inside. Xuanyuan Wentian had some dealings with his family in the past, he is one of their main supplier in items to be auction years ago. When he suddenly disappeared, he remembered his father was rather worried about that but then he's back.
"Don't worry, Master Xuanyuan, I told my father he didn't need to come, I was handed the task to serve you. If there are anything you dislike, please tell me so we can change them. Also…"
Huang Beiyue inwardly sighed at the chatter from Loulou who finally shuts his mouth when they neared the Auction Hall. Apparently Lord Bugiel was currently with the Emperor.
Since Huang Beiyue's appearance outside the Auction House, the chatters or murmurs in the Auction House had came to an abrupt halt. Everyone held their breaths, not daring to do so loudly while anticipating and also scared. What kind of person would have such presence, its so powerful and terrible! Minor and low star cultivators were shaking on their seat and that person has yet to cross the door.
The moment Childe Loulou came in, it signified that person is also here.
Eye catching bright red hair was the first that made the impression before the black clothes. The mask that covered half the face. The person is tall, broad shoulder, but made no sound as he walked, not even a rustle of clothes. It's like a dangerous and powerful phantom is shadowing Childe Loulou. It was impressive how he haven't collapsed yet being followed, leading someone with an aura like that. Newfound respect for Childe Loulou who was known for his sickly body held strong. Specially to the staff and people of Bugiel Family.
"Our Childe looks commanding."
"Although he's severely overshadowed, but not faltering with that much pressure even if Master Expert went easy on him takes a lot of courage and composure."
"You can do it, Childe!" the staff murmured quietly. Cheering their Young Heir on.
"Its him. Lord of the Night. A presence and energy unique to him, although more concentrated now." Dean Cang He muttered, stroking his beard, in one of the VIP Boxes with the Instructors of Lingyang Collage
"Its really him…"
Huang Beiyue made it to the VIP box.
The guards are only outside the VIP box, "Don't let anyone get in or approach. I won't be seeing anyone." Huang Beiyue had thrown that instruction before entering.
Loulou smiled brightly and didn't hesitate to brew the tea for Xuanyuan Wentian.
The curtain is still closed. Huang Beiyue took out some items she wanted to sell. Mainly alchemy ingredients and Defensive Talisman. She had made and collected these. They are the least valuable in her collection. Anyways, she can always have more but selling them will also be good. Even if Huang Beiyue looked down on these things, they're super high quality and pure, the highest it could go for their ranks. Naturally, it's all high class. For Huang Beiyue who's already on the Divine Class, these items are worthless to her, but those that are still in Star Class, these are treasures. If not for them, for other purposes. If you can't earn impression, buy it, given if you have the money.
Loulou immediately swiped them, careful to his Spatial Ring and went out to call a servant to give the ring and told them to pay attention, and be very careful. These items will be sold in today's auction.
When Loulou came back. Huang Beiyue told him to sit down and she sipped her tea, waving her hand as the curtain opened. However, it made the beaded curtain to replace it. The curtain made it possible for the ones inside to see outside but others cannot see inside.
A beautiful and seductive woman went up the stage, it's likely she is the host, Yi Li, she introduced herself.
"Everyone, within five minutes the auction will begin!" she smiled charmingly. She was the most veteran Host within the Main Bugiel Auction House, usually she would not even be in this event but it's a special occasion. She must do her best and make no mistakes!