Prelude to the Treasure Exchange
Although there was still one week until the auction began, the city of Cang was already filled with people, especially around the location of the auction, which was even more full of people.
Not everyone would be able to participate in this auction. If a valuable treasure could not be presented, one would not have the qualifications to enter. Thus a large number of people had treasures, but these treasures would not be enough to get into the auction; therefore, before the auction began, they would put their own treasures on display. They would use this opportunity to borrow some of the auction’s momentum.
Originally, in such an unorganized gathering, there would not be any valuable treasures, but there were no absolutes. They were like the stalls full of antiques on Earth. It was uncertain whether something nice could be obtained, but there was still a certain possibility.
Based on Xin Yun’s memory, before this auction began, some small treasures really did appear. But when they were compared to the things that would appear at the auction, they really were not very impressive. They were just common goods. It had to be known that there were practically no bad treasures that could get into the auction because the requirement for the treasure being entered into the auction was that it had to be worth over one million gold!
After arranging for Yi Luo Xiang to sleep, he brought along a bank note worth ten thousand gold and rushed in the direction of the site of the auction…
Xin Yun could now be considered as having some strength. He had strength at the level of unranked ten stars. Although it was not worth mentioning, the common thug would not be able to do anything to him. Also… the auction would be held soon, thus the area was very orderly. There was not a single person that dared to cause trouble! Otherwise, there was no possibility of surviving.
In every corner of this market, there would always be someone observing. Just as a thief would extend their hands, they would be noticed by someone. As for the thief, the attitude of the auction’s organizer was very clear- death by dismemberment!
Although it was a little too harsh, it had to be known that priceless treasures often appeared at this treasure auction. If their security was not guaranteed, who would dare show up? Thus… for anyone that dared to ruin the auction, not a single person would show mercy. Once a thief or scammer was found, there was no need for law enforcement. Once it was ascertained that they were stealing, everyone in the surroundings would begin attacking.
Rushing over to the site of the auction, what he saw was a sea of people. There were buyers and businessmen from all corners of the world that had gathered in this location. They had filled the large site of the treasure auction.
Quickly weaving through the crowd of people, Xin Yun knew that no matter how crowded it looked and how tightly packed they were, the entire scene was being watched from all sides by experts. No matter how complicated the scene was, these guys could notice any small movements from anyone in the crowd. In order to carry out a crime, one had to be a top-level expert, but would a true top-level expert come to perpetrate crimes?
Although the current situation was scattered, it was still part of the auction. If this was not the case, how could these guys have gotten into this place, much less engaged in transactions?
There were a lot of people on the streets, and it was very crowded. The stalls on both sides were filled with all sorts of odd items or a set of armor or just a helmet or a weapon. It was also possible to find a piece of jewelry. There were numerous different things, and there were even books. There were practically no differences from an antique show on Earth.
Along the way, Xin Yun continuously looked around at the things all around. Based on his memory from his previous life, there should be a way to find half a set. There were a total of three evil yin needles. These evil yin needles were originally part of a set with seven needles, but this place only had three. But even if this was the case, it was extremely valuable. Although it did not have a price of over one million, it would be no problem to sell one for ten thousand gold.
The evil yin needles were the most suitable for assassination. Shooting one out with one’s strength, it was completely noiseless. Once it entered the target’s body, the evil energy inside the needle would travel against the flow of blood. Once this evil energy reached the heart, it would be difficult even for a god to save the victim. It was most suitable for assassination. Even if it was an expert, it was very easy to succumb to this.
After searching for a while, he saw quite a few needle-type weapons; however, he was certain that they were not evil yin needles. Based on his memories from his previous life, the three evil yin needles were wrapped in gold. They were three sharp golden needles. Currently, Xin Yun had found iron and copper needles. Although they were also quite powerful, they were too much worse than an evil yin needle.
The site of the auction was extremely large, and it could accommodate ten thousand stalls, thus… after searching for an entire day, Xin Yun did not find that set of evil yin needles. Instead, he had found his next target.
Xin Yun’s next target was the blazing fire shuttle. It was a very strong hidden weapon. Once it was used by a fire attribute dragon crystal, it could have an explosive amount of power. It had similar characteristics to a grenade from Earth. Its price was definitely greater than one million gold, but… the true value of the blazing fire shuttle had not yet been discovered. The material used was very unique, and it was very good when used as a hidden weapon. Xin Yun negotiated the price for a long time, but not to mention ten thousand, the seller was unwilling to part with it for less than 300 thousand.
Helpless, Xin Yun could only return to the inn. After resting for a night, Xin Yun brought along Yi Luo Xiang. After telling her about what they were looking for, the two separated to look for the item. Either way, there was no problem of safety in this place. Having Yi Luo Xiang help out was quite good.
Finally, their hard work paid off. Not three hours later, Yi Luo Xiang luckily noticed the three needles. Following Xin Yun’s instructions, Yi Luo Xiang made to try and buy the needles; however, after negotiating for a long time, the seller was unwilling to drop the price to 6000 gold. Yi Luo Xiang then gave up.
Following this, Yi Luo Xiang chased after Xin Yun and told him about the location of the stall. With Yi Luo Xiang doing the work, Xin Yun very quickly completed negotiations. He only spent 8000 gold on the three needles. Compared to the price from his previous life, he had saved 2000 gold.
Gently holding the three needles, although there was no difference in terms of weight, there was a faint cold aura coming from the needles. Xin Yun knew that there was definitely no mistake. The evil yin needles were definitely inside!
Taking the three needles, Xin Yun looked for a goldsmith. Spending three gold for the labor, he had the gold removed from the needles. Instantly… the needles had become as thin as a hair and incomparably black. Not a single ray of light was reflected from these needles that had appeared before Xin Yun.
After losing the gold exterior, the three evil yin needles exuded a cold aura. If they were held between two fingers, the entire finger would become numb after a short while! If the needles are placed into a cup of water, the entire cup of water would freeze!
Following this, Xin Yun used ten gold to buy a small box from the goldsmith’s shop. Placing the three needles inside, he went once more toward the site of the auction.
Since he already knew the location of the blazing fire shuttle, Xin Yun successfully found the location. Seeing the young child that had not sold to him after long negotiations, the stall owner clearly recognized him. After all… a sole child buying things was still rarely seen.
Seeing the shop owner’s frowning expression, Xin Yun did not say too much. He just brought out the golden box and placed it on the stall: “Alright, I will not mince any words. Inside the box are three evil yin needles. I want to use them to trade for your shuttle. Whether you want it or not just say the word!” While he spoke, Xin Yun did his best to put on a carefree expression; however, he was actually very nervous. If the other side did not want to give it to him, he would not have a chance to get into the auction. That ninth tier dragon creation stone would naturally become impossible for him to obtain.
“Evil yin needle!” Hearing Xin Yun’s voice, the stall owner’s eyes lit up! Quickly picking up the gold box, he gingerly opened it and looked carefully. He then revealed an ecstatic expression.
But for the sake of being safe, this guy still brought out a cup of water and placed the three needles inside. Sure enough… the three needles entered the water, and a cold mist rose from the water. After a short moment, the entire cup of water had frozen over!
Seeing that the three needles were truly the treasures- evil yin needles. The stall owner did not say another word. Shattering the ice, he placed the three evil yin needles back in the gold box. At the same time, he handed the blazing fire shuttle to Xin Yun and quickly said: “Alright, the deal is completed. This cannot be returned…”
Casually receiving the blazing fire shuttle, Xin Yun could not help but smile. This auction had a certain rule. Once a trade was completed, regardless of whether one had taken a loss or profited, regret was not permitted. Once a transaction was completed, it would be protected by the ten large families. Not a single person was the exception. If anyone dared to violate this, they would definitely be chased by the ten large families.