Xingluo Empire, auction house!
Xu Sheng and Gui Mei were sitting quietly in the VIP room, waiting...
Soon, the sound of the door being pushed open was heard from outside...
An elderly man with a walking stick walked in with measured steps...
And following behind him was the Titled Douluo who had received Xu Sheng and his partner earlier...
The latter nodded as a sign but did not speak...
Although he was a Titled Douluo, his main task was to protect the other party!!
After all, his identity within the royal household of the Xingluo Empire was an extremely esteemed existence!!
The elder's narrow eyes suddenly opened wider, looking over with the gaze of a superior...
"It seems that it's you who want to negotiate with me," he said.
From the look of their attire, their identities were likely not simple!
Moreover, according to previously obtained information, the man whose body filled with an unpleasant aura was a Hyper Douluo-level powerhouse!!
Xu Sheng nodded slightly, "Indeed, it was I who asked this senior to pass the word along to you!"
Gui Mei, on the other hand, was just silently watching, not speaking a word...
He also couldn't figure out when Xu Sheng had made contact with the higher-ups of this auction house, so it was better not to speak!!
The elder pursed his lips, thoughtfully saying, "Is that so? You're quite polite, and I presume your identity is not simple, right?"
Xu Sheng did not respond, but countered with a question, "Doesn't the auction house only care about profit? Since when did it also start considering the identity of its clients?"
The elder found this interesting, "Interesting, you're the first person to speak to me like this, but indeed, the auction house is a place where interest is paramount!"
He then walked over to the main seat and sat down...
With a very serious tone he said, "So, now let's talk about what benefits you can bring to the auction house, or rather, what do you want to obtain?"
If one couldn't say something interesting to him, then he would have to issue an order to expel the guests!
Xu Sheng obviously knew that the other party had little patience and said bluntly, "Actually, our purpose in coming to the Xingluo Empire is to go to Sea God's Island."
Upon hearing this, both the elderly man and the Titled Douluo revealed shocked expressions...
Immediately afterward, they couldn't help but exclaim, "Go to Sea God's Island?? Are you insane, that's a forbidden zone that even Titled Douluo do not dare to intrude upon without authorization!!"
"Indeed, when the Martial Soul Hall sent dozens of Titled Douluo there, only a handful of them came back alive!!"
"Though you have a Hyper Douluo to protect you, entering Sea God's Island is simply impossible!!"
Hearing this, Gui Mei suddenly said out of the blue, "Did you hear that? Even these guys say that going to Sea God's Island is a near certain death, even so, do you still have thoughts of going?"
If he could persuade Xu Sheng to retreat here, perhaps it wouldn't be a bad thing!
However, Xu Sheng's emotional state didn't fluctuate in the slightest, and he calmly answered, "I know that going to Sea God's Island is extremely dangerous, but I have reasons I must go there!"
The elder and the Titled Douluo looked at each other, seemingly conveying some thought...
Finally, the former covered his mouth and coughed, "Alright, we understand your determination to go to Sea God's Island. So, what necessary connection does this have with the auction house?"
While they didn't know the purpose of his visit to Sea God's Island, it appeared to have no direct involvement with the auction house!!
Xu Sheng took a deep breath and seriously replied, "According to the information I have, in the Xingluo Empire, there is something that can sneak under the water and not be attacked by sea soul beasts!"
In an instant, the expressions on both of their faces changed dramatically...
And they understood it all...
The elder stroked his beard and said word by word, "What you're referring to must be the Vast Sea Cosmos Shield, right??"
Xu Sheng affirmed, "Yes, that seems to be the name. If I'm not mistaken, it should currently be in the auction house, right?"
The observing Gui Mei mused, "Boundless Universe Shield—that's what Xu Sheng wants? But just by the name alone, this item is no ordinary object!"
"Even if there is one, they might not be willing to bring it out!"
Those who run auction houses are all cunning folks!
The elder was somewhat surprised, but he didn't deny it, "Indeed, the Boundless Universe Shield is in the auction house, but, I'm afraid you still do not know how precious it is!"
"Even among all the treasures, it ranks at the top!!"
"Moreover, there's the most important factor, which is that without a certain lineage, one cannot utilize it!"
Otherwise, such a precious item would certainly have been placed in the national treasury!
Xu Sheng was stunned for a moment, "Unable to use it??"
It must be because of the Sea God's Mark left within the Boundless Universe Shield...
However, with his current abilities, he should be able to easily remove it!!
The elder restrained his gaze and casually said, "So, you should put aside this thought, it is not realistic!"
Xu Sheng did not give up because of this and continued, "I think it's still worth a try. After all, with this item, the journey to Sea God's Island would become safer!!"
So as not to let them see through anything, he couldn't be too certain in his tone!!
The elder sighed, "You are truly persistent. Even if we are willing to lend you the Boundless Universe Shield, what can you offer in return??"
"You must know, lending this item to you carries considerable risk!!"
"For instance, if you die and the Boundless Universe Shield is lost..."
His meaning was simple—they could lend the Boundless Universe Shield to him, but he must offer something of equal value in return!
Seeing his expression, Xu Sheng said undisturbed, "Do not worry, since I need to borrow the Boundless Universe Shield, of course I intend to offer something of equivalent value!"
The elder and the Titled Douluo's hearts suddenly quivered...
Could it be that the other party could really produce some rare treasure??
They immediately said, "If that's the case, lending you the Boundless Universe Shield is not impossible!"
"Then, what is the item of equivalent value you mentioned??"
Xu Sheng's pupils flickered momentarily, "Regarding this matter, may we discuss it privately?"
The elder was at first puzzled but then agreed to the request...
Immediately after, he turned to the Titled Douluo at his side, "You should step out first!!"
Xu Sheng also spoke to Gui Mei, "Elder Gui, could you please leave us for a while?"
The latter was gobsmacked and incredulously pointed at himself, "Huh?? Even I should leave??"
He hadn't expected that he would be counted as an outsider as well!!
Xu Sheng chuckled lightly, "Sorry, Elder Gui, this is a secret."
Gui Mei was somewhat disgruntled but didn't ask further, turned around, and left the room...
Only then did the elder look directly at Xu Sheng, "Now, can you talk about what treasure you plan to exchange?"
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