Published: November 30, -0001
“Take an object from afar!”
Qin Chen displayed this technique, immediately attracting gasps from the crowd.
Using true essence to grasp distant objects is something any Martial Emperor can do, but within this Ancient Residence, which is filled with formations, attempting to retrieve someone’s veil from the air without harming them and without leaking much true essence is not something just anyone can achieve.
Such means are not casually attainable; only those who have mastered true essence to a profound degree can accomplish this.
"This person is indeed formidable."
"Is the genius from the Xuanyuan Empire really this strong?"
Qin Chen's display stunned many.
But soon, everyone's attention was drawn to the woman on the high platform.
She appeared to be only seventeen or eighteen years old, dressed in a white ice silk robe, with a tall figure, a delicate face with peach-like cheeks, and crystal-clear red lips—she was undoubtedly a beauty that stood out from the crowd.
Especially with a pure aura about her, which captivated onlookers at first sight, making it hard for them to look away.
"She really is a soft gem!"
Everyone couldn't help but sigh.
Before raising their bids, the women from the Ancient Residence had to unveil their faces. With Qin Chen's action, the other women naturally followed suit and removed their veils.
In an instant, it was like a hundred flowers blooming, dazzling the eyes of all present, each one more stunning than the last.
The woman Qin Chen had initially chosen, although equally beautiful as the others, possessed a unique purity that made her stand out even more dazzlingly among the crowd.
"That kid has quite the eye."
Many were astonished, not expecting Qin Chen to quickly select the top contender among all.
Such discernment could not be deemed inexperienced.
"It seems that genius from the Xuanyuan Empire is indeed a veteran in the flowers; otherwise, how could he pick the queen of flowers from among a sea of blooms?"
Someone scoffed, clearly unimpressed.
"Alright, please make your bids for the person you favor," said the plump woman on the high platform with a smile.
"I want that young lady! I bid three hundred thousand mid-grade true stones."
One person, eyeing the top contender, directly made a bid of three hundred thousand.
"I bid four hundred thousand."
A voice rang out, aged and lecherous.
"I bid four hundred fifty thousand."
It must be said that everyone had good judgment, all eyeing the same young girl, eagerly raising their bids, creating a heated atmosphere.
"I already said, this lady is mine! How dare you compete with me?" Qin Chen sneered, declaring loudly, "I bid ten million mid-grade true stones."
"Hiss."
This time, the crowd gasped again; starting with ten million mid-grade true stones was a direct doubling of the previous bids.
Did this guy not understand the rules? Who raises the stakes like this?
Ten million mid-grade true stones was... not a small amount. In fact, for a Martial Emperor, while it wasn't insignificant, it also wasn’t excessive, depending on the context. This was merely to select a companion, essentially an accomplice to elevate one's status. Thus, this price was already quite high.
Moreover, this method of bidding was completely against the rules.
For a moment, the calls for bids weakened, creating an atmosphere of silence.
"Hmph, so arrogant. Do you think there’s no one in Guhua City?"
A cold snort echoed.
"I bid eleven million."
That voice was haughty and condescending, directly challenging Qin Chen.
"It's the young master of the Shi family."
"It seems the young master of the Shi family is displeased with this brat's arrogance."
The crowd erupted in chatter.
"Looks like there's a show to watch. So what if he’s from the Xuanyuan Empire? Here in Guhua City, even a tiger must lay low, and a dragon must coil."
Someone sneered.
This included Mo Liuxin.
"Eleven million? A dignified young master of the three great families of Guhua City only dares to make such a weak bid? Is this a beggar's offer?" Qin Chen scoffed.