Chapter 509 - 507: Demon-Defying Armor

While Jiang Chen was occupied with his cultivation, the Treasure Elephant Pavilion auction arrived in the blink of an eye.

「The first of the fifth month.」

Wen Shiren led Huo Wu, Cao Yang, Da Pao, and the others straight to the Treasure Elephant Pavilion.

And Jiang Chen was, of course, among them.

"Jiang the Military Advisor, if you see any treasure you like this time, feel free to bid. I, Wen Shiren, can certainly afford it."

Wen Shiren said magnanimously.

He had grown to deeply respect Jiang Chen after witnessing his true abilities.

Jiang Chen smiled. "Your Highness, you seem to have forgotten. I won a great deal of money last time. It should be more than enough for me to splurge a little at this auction."

Wen Shiren gave a wry smile. "You’re right. You’re richer than I am, and I’m a prince."

Da Pao and the others shot Jiang Chen envious glances.

Of course, none of them dared to feel true jealousy. They knew how formidable Jiang Chen was.

Huo Wu, however, just snorted.

The group entered the Treasure Elephant Pavilion’s auction hall without any issue.

By this point, quite a few Martial Cultivators were already inside the auction hall, having taken their seats early.

They all seemed to be eagerly anticipating the Treasure Elephant Pavilion’s auction.

"My first and second brothers are already here."

The Third Prince pointed to a corner.

Sure enough, it was Wen Shixuan and Wen Shixi. The two of them had already taken seats in a prime location in the front row.

However, the two of them also noticed the Third Prince and his entourage.

They shot them a glance, their eyes eventually landing on Jiang Chen.

Then they looked away.

Wen Shixuan’s expression was grim. "Second Brother, that kid... there’s something really uncanny about him."

"Ling Yun died right after we left that day."

Wen Shixi couldn’t seem to remember what had happened.

He only remembered goading Ling Yun into teaching Jiang Chen a lesson that day. Ling Yun had then been killed abruptly, but they had no recollection of how he had died.

They had asked around afterward, but no one knew the specifics. It was incredibly strange.

It was as if Ling Yun had just dropped dead out of nowhere.

"Hmph. Uncanny or not, he’d better not fall into my hands. If he does, I’ll make sure there’s not even a body to bury."

Wen Shixi snorted.

His icy gaze swept over Jiang Chen.

Wen Shixuan added, "It seems our third brother’s power has grown steadily ever since he got that Jiang Chen to advise him. We have to be on our guard."

"But at today’s auction, we absolutely cannot let our third brother get his way. We have to suppress him completely, put him in his place so he can’t even complain."

The two conferred quietly.

More and more Martial Cultivators streamed into the auction hall.

People from Gambling City and even many of the nearby powers all arrived one after another.

「About half an hour later.」

The entire auction hall was packed; there wasn’t an empty seat in sight.

"I wonder what kind of treasures will be unveiled at today’s auction."

"Yes, I always look forward to the Treasure Elephant Pavilion’s auctions. I just hope this one doesn’t let me down."

"Don’t worry. The Treasure Elephant Pavilion’s reputation speaks for itself. Their pavilions are spread all across the Bright Moon Continent, and they always have major treasures. I have high hopes for this one."

The crowd buzzed with discussion, and the hall was temporarily filled with a noisy clamor.

Suddenly, on the auction hall’s main stage...

A flash of light.

Beneath a brilliant white spotlight, a slender figure slowly came into view.

In that instant, a hush fell over the ten-thousand-person auction hall.

It was immediately followed by genuine gasps of astonishment.

The sound of sharp, hurried breaths spread through the entire venue.

People stared wide-eyed.

"Rumor has it the Treasure Elephant Pavilion has a young miss. I’ve heard her name but never seen her in person."

"If I’m not mistaken, the young lady on the stage must be the young miss of the Treasure Elephant Pavilion."

"That’s right. There’s only one young miss of the Treasure Elephant Pavilion. However, she has already appeared at the auctions several times. You must not have known, right?"

"What? She has?"

"Of course. This young miss only started appearing at the auctions recently. Take a good look—that figure, that face... they’re to die for."

"Tsk tsk..."

A fresh wave of murmurs broke out in the crowd.

At the same time, some men with ill intentions let their predatory gazes rove all over Murong Xiangming’s body.

The Third Prince was seated next to Jiang Chen.

He couldn’t help but stare for a few extra moments when he saw Murong Xiangming.

Then, he turned to Jiang Chen and asked, "Jiang the Military Advisor, you and Miss Murong seem to be on such good terms. You must have known each other for a long time, right?"

Jiang Chen nodded. "We met back when we were in Hanwu City."

The Third Prince said suddenly, "In that case... I hear that Miss Murong is still unmarried. Since you two are on such good terms, how about I play matchmaker?"

He looked at Jiang Chen with a playful expression.

Jiang Chen was nonplussed.

"Let’s not. I haven’t considered it for the time being."

He refused.

In truth, back in the Lin Family Ancestral Tomb, he and Murong Xiangming had shared an intimate, close encounter.

After all, Jiang Chen’s heart already belonged to the Orchid Fairy. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have minded pursuing a relationship with Murong Xiangming.

He shook his head, casting the distracting thoughts aside to focus wholeheartedly on the auction.

Murong Xiangming maintained her smile, even under the watch of so many heated gazes.

Her captivating smile drove many in the audience wild.

Her face broke into a radiant smile, and her rosy lips parted. "Everyone, welcome to the Treasure Elephant Pavilion’s auction. I am Murong Xiangming, and on behalf of the Pavilion, I thank you all for your patronage."

The crowd immediately erupted in cheers.

Murong Xiangming was very satisfied with the atmosphere in the hall.

"Now then, without further ado, let’s get straight to today’s main event."

"The first item up for auction is the Demon-Defying Armor."

The curtain was drawn back, revealing a suit of pitch-black armor to the crowd.

"This Demon-Defying Armor is a top-tier Treasure Level artifact. It can withstand three attacks from a Martial Emperor Expert."

In that moment, the crowd erupted.

"Heavens! The very first item is this extraordinary."

"To think it can block three attacks from a Martial Emperor Expert! It’s truly formidable."

"This treasure must be mine."

Murong Xiangming announced, "The auction will now begin. The starting bid is fifty million."

The moment Murong Xiangming finished speaking...

Bids immediately rang out from the crowd.

"Sixty million."

"Eighty million..."

The bidding for the Demon-Defying Armor continued to climb. In just a short time, it had already broken two hundred million.

The speed was simply terrifying.

The crowd’s enthusiasm was unprecedented.

Jiang Chen glanced at Da Pao and the others beside him. He saw that all of them—Da Pao, Cao Yang, and Huo Wu alike—were staring at the Demon-Defying Armor with eyes burning with desire.

It was clear just how alluring the Demon-Defying Armor was.

An item that could block the attacks of a Martial Emperor Expert was a supreme treasure, plain and simple.

The Third Prince turned to look at Jiang Chen, but Jiang Chen appeared perfectly calm.

He was secretly astonished. ’Not only is Jiang Chen highly skilled, but his composure is also far beyond that of an ordinary person.’

’To see a supreme treasure like this and remain utterly unfazed...’

"Two hundred and fifty million..."

Soon, Wen Shiren saw that it was his first brother, Wen Shixuan, who had raised his placard and bid two hundred and fifty million.

He asked Jiang Chen, "You’re not interested in this treasure?"

Jiang Chen shook his head. "I’ll wait until they’re done bidding. Then I’ll make my move."

He appeared perfectly calm, in no rush to bid.

’This Demon-Defying Armor... I could actually use it.’

’When my Thunder Pills detonate, the Demon-Defying Armor would make things much safer. I wouldn’t have to worry about blowing myself to bits.’