Tyrant Sky Martial Soul
Chapter 926: Xuanbing Mad Lion

Chapter 926: Chapter 926: Xuanbing Mad Lion

"Ling Xiao touched the Beast Ring and released a creature that looked like it was made of ice crystals."

"This is a Xuanbing Mad Lion! And it’s even a Pinnacle of Three Talents Heaven Xuanbing Mad Lion! How on earth did you catch it?"

Seeing the creature squatting near Ling Xiao, obedient like a little dog, Feng Yanran asked in surprise.

"You don’t need to worry about that. Just tell me how much it could fetch at auction?"

Ling Xiao asked.

"I can’t say for sure, but at the very least, it should be worth ten million Low-grade Spirit Stones. If you want to buy slaves, that should be more than enough."

Feng Yanran thought for a moment.

"In that case, I’ll be going. It’s better if you don’t follow. After all, you are from the Ice Phoenix Clan. If we are seen together too much, it might cause trouble for Crown Prince Feng Yinshan."

After saying this, Ling Xiao placed the Xuanbing Mad Lion back into the Beast Ring and flew towards the Shenhuang Auction House.

Feng Yanran wanted to follow but ultimately decided against it.

"Uncle Qing Yan, can you secretly protect him?"

She looked back and saw Feng Qingyan emerging from the shadows.

"That’s not necessary. This boy is stronger than you think. I’m aware of his identity. Since he is the son of our Ice Phoenix Clan’s great benefactor, we should definitely treat him well, but don’t go overboard. Being too indulgent won’t breed talent; it harms him!"

Feng Qingyan shook his head.

"Oh, I understand."

Feng Yanran looked in the direction Ling Xiao had left and shook her head reluctantly. She finally decided to give up on following him.

"You’d better hurry to the Tianyuan Treasure Pagoda for cultivation. Otherwise, your cultivation level might be surpassed by that boy."

Feng Qingyan smiled, "If you want to stay by his side, you can’t be too far behind in strength; otherwise, you’ll just be a burden."

"I understand."

Feng Yanran certainly understood this principle, so she quickly headed to the Tianyuan Treasure Pagoda.

Even if she couldn’t maintain an edge over Ling Xiao in cultivation level, the gap couldn’t be too large.

...

Shenhuang Auction House was a place filled with resentment and dark energy.

Standing outside, you could even hear the screams of the creatures trapped inside the cages.

These were the cries of lamentation, anger, and unwillingness.

The slaves here included generals who had once defended territories, infamous pirates, rising star Martial Artists, and terrifying prisoners.

Of course, most were ordinary humans.

Humans, having the highest intelligence among all races, could learn the most skills.

They could cook, do laundry, clean, and serve others.

Thus, human slaves were the most popular here, and their prices weren’t too high.

This disturbed Ling Xiao.

He, too, was human, and seeing his own kind being pointed at and trapped in cages felt awful.

But he knew he couldn’t act impulsively.

There were many experts here, primarily Heavenly Realm Martial Artists.

There were those from Taiji Heaven, Three Talents Heaven, and even Five Elements Heaven, Six Arts Realm, and Seven Star Sky Realm.

These people concealed their true strength, appearing no different from ordinary people.

But once they unleashed their true power, the fear they inspired was real.

Although they were within the Imperial City and restrained themselves to some extent, avoiding rampant slaughter, crushing a few "little ants" wouldn’t be a big deal.

Taking a deep breath, Ling Xiao entered the legendary Shenhuang Auction House.

At the entrance, guards stood as well.

Ling Xiao ignored them and walked straight in.

Just as he entered, someone came up to meet him.

"Esteemed guest, may I ask what service you require?"

The attitude was decent and it gave Ling Xiao a somewhat favorable impression.

"I want to auction this!"

Ling Xiao took out the Xuanbing Mad Lion from the Beast Ring and placed it in front of the woman.

"Is that a Xuanbing Mad Lion? Please follow me, guest."

Clearly, this woman was just in charge of welcoming guests, not the actual appraisal or transaction dealings.

The woman led Ling Xiao to the Treasure Identification Pavilion.

The place was somewhat similar to the appraisal hall of the Heavenly Dragon Auction House, but the difference was stark as it was filled with slaves and beasts, unlike the items auctioned at the Heavenly Dragon Auction House.

"Look quickly, a Xuanbing Mad Lion at the pinnacle of the Three Talents Heavenly Realm. Is this person going to auction it?"

"If it’s for auction, we must seize the opportunity quickly. Xuanbing Mad Lions are rare enough, let alone one at the pinnacle of the Three Talents Heavenly Realm. This is even more formidable than martial artists of the same realm. Acquiring it would mean not only a great ally but also a splendid mount."

"Let’s go, let’s head to the auction hall and wait, there’s definitely going to be an auction later."

In the crowd, many were dazzled by the sight of the Xuanbing Mad Lion; to them, it was a supreme treasure.

Whether for personal use or as a gift, it was an excellent choice.

"Esteemed guest, this is our Treasure Identification Pavilion, please come in with me."

The young woman led Ling Xiao into the Treasure Identification Pavilion, and it was just as he had expected, absolutely different from the Heavenly Dragon Auction House.

He could even hear constant crying.

There was a human little girl, only about eleven or twelve years old, looking as adorable as a carved doll, but her two lines of tears were pitiful.

"Beasts!"

Ling Xiao couldn’t help but curse under his breath.

To put such a young child up for sale was truly abhorrent.

He now finally realized just how low the status of human beings was in the Divine Phoenix Continent, unless you possessed strength, otherwise, you were no different from livestock.

To be bought and sold, even butchered at will.

"No, I promised Feng Yanran I wouldn’t cause trouble."

He took a deep breath and turned to look at the elder who was in charge of receiving him.

"Esteemed guest, this is Elder Bai; you can talk first, I’ll take my leave now."

After escorting Ling Xiao, the young woman turned and left.

"Are you Ling Xiao?"

Elder Bai asked, smiling amiably at Ling Xiao.

"Indeed."

Ling Xiao wasn’t wearing a mask at this time, so being recognized was normal, especially after he had set a month-long appointment with the Blood Skeleton, something many were aware of.

"You still find time to wander around the auction house? Aren’t you afraid of dying at the hands of the Blood Skeleton after a month?"

Elder Bai’s eyes held a hint of mockery.

Ling Xiao replied indifferently, "That has nothing to do with you. Can my Xuanbing Mad Lion be auctioned here?"

He didn’t want to quibble with this person. This auction house was affiliated with the Phoenix God College, and it was certain to side with the Blood Skeleton. Arguing would be pointless.

Elder Bai’s brow furrowed slightly, clearly a bit angered, but business was business, and he didn’t explode but merely asked indifferently, "Do you have any special requests for the auction?"

"What are your terms?"

Ling Xiao retorted.

"Commission is twenty percent, and all auctions are in Spirit Stones."

Elder Bai replied.

"Isn’t it ten percent?"

Ling Xiao asked, puzzled.