The majestic Soul Power fully returned to its origin. Yun Tianming's eyelids trembled, slowly opening his eyes with a faint silver light shimmering in their depths.
"I got a bit carried away for a moment, almost discovered by Gu He. However, since I can evade Gu He's Soul Perception, it means that my Soul Power is no less than that of a sixth-grade Alchemist."
Yun Tianming nodded. This test gave him a more intuitive understanding of his Soul Power. After cultivating in seclusion for so long, it was time for him to descend the mountain and move around.
Wearing the distinctive Misty Cloud Sect moon-white robe and with fingers adorned with a Spatial Ring containing a large amount of high-quality medicinal herbs from the sect, Yun Tianming descended the mountain and arrived at the Jia Ma Sacred City. This city was the bustling central hub of the Jia Ma Empire. Yun Tianming visited almost every one or two months, and the novelty had long worn off. He headed straight for the headquarters of the Miteer Family's Auction House.
"A disciple of the Misty Cloud Sect? What a handsome young man!"
"Tch~ Misty Cloud Sect's outer disciples are as common as dirt. Nothing special."
"Are you blind? Can't you see that attire? It's the uniform of a formal Misty Cloud Sect disciple!"
"This young man is talented and imposing. I can sense the potential for him to become a Dou Emperor!"
"Too narrow-minded. Why not a Dou God?"
"Humph! Ignorance is truly frightening! Let me enlighten you today! In the Dou Qi Continent, the highest level is called a Dou God. Legend has it that they can transform Dou Qi into a horse and run incredibly fast!"
"I see. Dou God experts are indeed terrifying!"
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Comments from onlookers varied, with some expressing envy and others harboring jealousy. Overall, however, there were more admirers. This was because the Misty Cloud Sect held an undisputed position as the top sect in the Jia Ma Empire!
Ignoring the opinions of passersby, Yun Tianming walked straight through the auction house's gates. The guards seemed familiar with him, showing no obstruction or inquiries. They even bowed in respect. Upon entering the auction hall, the noisy chatter around him immediately subsided. After all, only some distinguished individuals with considerable influence could enter this place.
In the hall, Yun Tianming's eyes fell upon various crystal counters displaying items such as medicinal herbs, magic cores, weapons, and more.
A quick glance revealed only low-level goods that didn't arouse his purchasing desire. Unexpectedly, he noticed a crowd gathering around a particular crystal counter. Could there be some extraordinary items?
The answer was negative.
There stood a woman in a bright red long dress, her slender legs adorned with high-heeled boots, making crisp and pleasing sounds as they touched the polished blue stone floor. It was like a delightful melody of beautiful notes. In the midst of the crowd, her face remained unseen, but...
"Judge a person by their legs."
Yun Tianming's mind stirred slightly. These three years had indeed seen the growth of a once inexperienced girl.
"Everyone, take a look. This pearl is named 'Azure Sea Bright Moon,' with a warm and crystal-clear luster, like the stars in the sky. Especially the main stone, taken from the magic core of the Third Rank Magic Beast Healing Carp, personally crafted by the renowned Imperial Capital blacksmith Mr. Wagner. The wearer can constantly receive trace amounts of water attribute energy, keeping the skin moisturized. This is particularly effective for maintaining lasting beauty, especially for women!"
Accompanied by Ya Fei's charming and sweet voice, along with well-prepared marketing rhetoric, it attracted a large crowd of customers to stop and listen.
"This is a precious item. I want to buy it and give it to my mother-in-law!"
"I want to buy it for my daughter-in-law!"
"Old Zhang, you must not have woken up yet. As a single man, where would you get a daughter-in-law?"
"Hehe, I... I want to give it to Miss Ya Fei."
"Oh, damn! You audacious old man, dare to snatch a woman with this young master? Miss Ya Fei, this string of Azure Sea Bright Moon is bought by yours truly!"
"Get lost, you ignorant fool! Han Li, who do you think you are to send something to Miss Ya Fei?"
"Wang Chan, you have chosen the path of death!"
A string of ornaments, more for decoration than practical use, drew enthusiastic bids from the crowd, all thanks to the business genius of the young girl before them.
"Hehe~ Ya Fei thanks everyone once again for their support."
With seductive eyes, Ya Fei expressed her gratitude, but no one noticed the subtle coldness hidden deep within her slightly narrowed peach blossom eyes.
Seeing the other party busy with business, Yun Tianming didn't approach to disturb. However, Ya Fei's casual gaze pierced through the crowd and focused on him. In an instant, peach blossoms bloomed in her eyes, and amidst the astonished looks of the surrounding people, Ya Fei hurriedly walked towards the young man.
"Tianming little brother, it's been over a month, and your whole demeanor has changed~"
Ya Fei said with a smile. Unlike her previous professional smile, Ya Fei's eyes now revealed genuine joy. This drew particularly envious glances from the onlookers, each sharp gaze filled with jealousy, all directed at Yun Tianming!
"Oh, no, Sister Ya Fei, in just over a month, it seems you've gathered even more admirers."
Yun Tianming's gaze subtly shifted downward a few centimeters, a look of amazement appearing on his face. At this scale, she was no less alluring than some mature and charming women.
Knock, knock!
"You stinky little brother, always speaking sweetly!"
Ya Fei playfully raised her hand and tapped his forehead twice.
This scene made others feel sour, as the conversation and actions between the two looked extremely intimate, even if they weren't a couple. Some people, unable to bear it, wanted to cause trouble, but upon noticing the Misty Cloud Sect's moon-white robe on Yun Tianming, they could only reluctantly withdraw.
"Let's go, to the usual place."
"Alright."
Ya Fei skillfully led Yun Tianming to the appraisal room.
"Oh, Tianming young friend, did you bring something good again today? Huh, your aura..."
Seated in the appraisal room was a middle-aged man, dressed in luxurious purple robes with a badge on his chest bearing the emblem of a cauldron, the medal of the Alchemist Guild. It had two golden-edged ripples, symbolizing his second-grade Alchemist status.
"I made a slight breakthrough yesterday, Master Gu Ni might find it amusing."
Yun Tianming replied casually.
"Tianming little brother, did you... did you break through to Dou Practitioner?"
Ya Fei widened her eyes, asking in astonishment. No wonder she felt something different when she first saw Yun Tianming, but limited by her own strength, she couldn't grasp the details.
"It happened by chance."
Yun Tianming responded.
"A 13-year-old Dou Practitioner, and you call that luck?"
Ya Fei rolled her eyes, sarcastically remarking, "I'm eighteen this year and only at the Seventh Stage of Dou Disciple. Quite a waste, isn't it?"
"Ya Fei, you're mistaken. Dou Qi Continent is vast, and everyone has different paths in life. Why insist on the path of cultivation?" Yun Tianming earnestly consoled.
"Well then, Tianming little brother, what do you think is sister's path of development?"
Ya Fei asked curiously, crossing her arms.
"To find a strong partner"
Yun Tianming answered truthfully.
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