Dance Of The Phoenix
12. A Tyrant's

"Huh, I'm thinking too far. If it wasn't for the sake of the beautiful woman begging and willing to serve me, I would buy an ugly book this expensive. Why the price? 2 natural stones? Totally bonkers. That guy's gonna rob!"

The rabbit-toothed man regretted buying a useless book just to show off to a beautiful woman. The thing was, the woman he had met just now was too beautiful until he could not help but approach her. Only, the woman's self-esteem was too high even just to talk to her.

"Young Master, afraid that the woman turned out to be a noble, then did not want to take out natural stones for useless books. Looks like we've been tricked." His subordinate looked at the dull book in his hand with disdain. Even though his young master was a summoner, it still did not require a shabby book like this.

The book was devoted to a summoner who wanted to train her weak contract monsters. However, most summoners wanted monsters that were already strong from the start so as to maximize combat power.

Since the summoner physique was no better than guardian and hunter as well as assassin, they relied more on the contract monster power. This book contains conventional values that have long been unused and become useless in the present time.

"Just throw it away, it really sucks!" The rabbit-toothed man waved his hand lazily.

He lost so much today just for the sake of desire. But being able to see such beauty, he felt 2 natural stones was enough.

"If it's not used, then just give it to me."

The feminine voice came from behind them. They turned around to look. The figure of a black-robed girl with a hood that is now opened displays a beautiful face that is real and natural. She was more beautiful than when she covered her face.

"Miss, it turns out you're following us." The rabbit-toothed man laughed disdainfully. "Why? Still want this old book?"

"You don't use it, then give it to me. I'll pay you properly." Gu Yuena said regarding the payment actually did not promise. After all, he didn't have that kind of money.

"Is Miss willing to pay double? If this book falls into my hands, then its value will be much higher." The man sneered while approaching.

Gu Yuena smiled, looking so beautiful that it made the man even more crazy. "Young Master, are you going to let me pay that much? You know, I don't have that much. I only have two taels of gold as a stash."

The man got closer and looked at Gu Yuena greedily. "Then, what if it serves me? I'll give you this book for free."

"Miss, it is an honor to serve Young Master. It's better for Miss to obey and come with us to the residence." His subordinate said patiently. He shall not take possession of his young master, nor shall his head be cut off.

"What if ... My parents are looking for me? What can I tell them?" Gu Yuena said like an innocent and innocent child.

"I come from a well-known family in the empire, your family will be happy to know you are in my residence. Relax, my house has a lot of servants. If you can also be my concubine, I'll be very happy."

"Consort? Young Master is very kind, I will remember it. But is it appropriate for a lowly person and not to be able to cultivate like me?" Gu Yuena smiled more and more beautiful to the point of hypnotizing the two of them, especially the young master.

"Very fast. You just have to be with me every night, nothing more." The man would grab Gu Yuena quickly to embrace her, feeling his goal had been achieved.

When her hand touched Gu Yuena's shoulder, Gu Yuena directly held her wrist and twisted her hand just like a lever. The rabbit-toothed man shouted in pain right then and there.

"Dissipating. You think I'd be willing to be your concubine? Even if you ask me to be a legitimate wife, I'll throw up first." He kicked the sensitive part of the man so hard that the rabbit-toothed man fell down.

His subordinates were very surprised. He was just about to use his strength, but suddenly Gu Yuena was already right in front of him and punched him in the face just like that. Not even needing to say anything, the man fainted right then and there.

"You! Base *******!" The rabbit-toothed man shouted while holding his dying 'future.

Gu Yuena picked up the book that the man she had dropped had just punched her face. He hung the book, then squatted near the rabbit-toothed man.

"Thank you for the 2 natural stones. I hope we meet again. This woman can't cultivate isn't satisfied fighting." Gu Yuena showed her stunningly beautiful smile. But it was terrible in the eyes of the man.

The man unleashed his power to attack immediately. Gu Yuena avoided the darting force. He also took a small knife from his pocket which was brought just in case.

The small blade floated in the air based on Gu Yuena's finger-movement direction, darting towards the man while passing through the cluster of attacking qi. In the next instant, the small blade pierced through the man's shoulder just like that without killing him.

Gu Yuena suddenly appeared right in front of his face. He kicked the man's head hard until he collapsed in a nosebleed.

"It's a pervert man."

Xiao Hei emerged from the bag and jumped onto Gu Yuena's shoulder while rejoicing. He finally got the rare book. He could have a chance to protect his nona.

"Happy?" Gu Yuena glanced at Xiao Hei, while the black cat meowed happily. It made Gu Yuena laugh a little. He also kept a new old book.

"It looks like Duke Gu's residence went bankrupt until one of his daughters had to rob a nobleman."

Gu Yuena rolled her eyes hearing that voice. He turned his head, seeing Luo Youzhe out of nowhere appear several meters away from him. He appears and disappears like a ghost.

"It has nothing to do with you. He doesn't know me either." Gu Yuena was acting indifferent.

Luo Youzhe looked at the man Gu Yuena had just kicked. He grimaces. "The mayor seems to be filing a search against you for his beaten son."

"Only a mayor, can it be compared to the Duke's Residence?" Gu Yuena replied arrogantly. It's okay to brag about the background.

"Had known the Duke's people, still dared to come to this place alone. Aren't you afraid of being targeted by bad people?" Luo Youzhe scolded him.

"My face is not known to the public, there will be no problem. Except for you, no outsider knows the identity without my veil. If an outsider knows, it means you leaked it."

Luo Youzhe snorted. "I don't know how you got here and for what. I suggest you go home. This place is not safe for a girl with a level 3 cultivation."

Gu Yuena frowned. Along the way no one knew of his cultivation, only Luo Youzhe knew. If you think about it, he wondered why people still consider him trash.

"How did you know?" Gu Yuena asked.

Luo Youzhe smiled mysteriously. "We are bound, of course we know. After all, you and I once had a brief relationship."

"Is that influential? I never heard."

"That means your insight is less broad."

"Already, you yourself are here, still forbid me from coming here." Gu Yuena grumbled.

"Because I'm always here, satisfied to hear it?"

"You steal valuables and sell them as much as natural stones? It seems like the Luo Clan is in bankruptcy." Gu Yuena reversed Luo Youzhe's remark just now.

"I'm not stealing. I killed." Luo Youzhe smiled obliquely making Gu Yuena's expression change. Seeing that, he laughed. "Just kidding."

"I also kill." Gu Yuena said casually. "But it's retired." He continued indifferently. Whether you want to be considered joking or not, he is obviously honest.

Not wanting to recall those times, Gu Yuena switched the topic. "I came to buy a birthday present."

"I remember there was an auction that opened in a moment. Just wanted to come there. Who knows, could find a good item for a birthday gift."

"You're inviting me?" Gu Yuena was a bit surprised.

"Picture it that way. No exclamation coming to the auction by yourself." Luo Youzhe pulled Gu Yuena just like that as if the girl was a puppet.

This guy ....

...ΩΩΩΩΩΩΩΩΩΩΩΩΩΩΩΩ...

Gu Yuena did not know that she subconsciously did not experience the rejection towards Luo Youzhe like before. He walked without asking much while looking at the good stuff that he obviously could not buy.

They entered the auction building where many visitors would arrive. At the front door, they were given a mask after handing over the invitation.

Who would have thought, the invitation Luo Youzhe had obtained was a vip invitation so that he could sit in a special place. It seemed like he was a subscription to this auction or had auctioned off items before.

Gu Yuena was not surprised by the luxury of the auction house, because her entire life had always come to the auction until she was nauseous. Only, only this time he felt poor when he was in the auction.

In the past he always bought whatever he liked freely, even to buy auction items wastefully for fun. That's because he doesn't know he wants to be held all the money that his work has for life. He has not spent 30% of his wealth. Now, he could only watch while thinking about how to earn a lot of money. It's never been this poor.

The auction started right when they arrived on the top floor of the vip— room so as to see the entire auction. The first item was introduced by mentioning the advantages that make many people stunned.

The first item was the magic essence of the magic monster extracted by the alchemist of Luye Palace. Luye Palace was one of the palaces that focused on medicinal and alchemy skills. They produced many of the best and famous healers as well as alchemists in the world.

It was only natural that the products they made were always hunted by cultivators. Their healer service is also very important for each group when in a long battle. Because of the meritorious life of many people, they occupy the highest and honorable position.

While magic essence is an important ingredient for a mage to increase his strength. Depending on what kind of magic monter essence is taken, the higher the level of magic monsters, the higher the success rate of breaking through the level faster. Unfortunately, magic monsters were very rare to find compared to ordinary monsters.

The magic essence this time came from the deepest sea monsters. In the glass bottle, a cold and pressing aura was felt throughout the auction. Only high-level monsters could emit such powerful magic essences.

In an instant, bargains began to appear. Many of them took out many natural stones to bid one at a time and fought each other over the price.

"You're not bidding?" Gu Yuena asked. Luo Yi was a magic user, this magic essence was suitable for her. Think of it as an engagement gift.

Luo Youzhe understood Gu Yuena's intentions. He shook slowly. "useless. Luo Yi was not a water magic user, she was a purple flame. If using the water magic essence, it was too risky for his spiritual foundation. While Gu Yuan was the guardian, Luo Zhiyi was the healer."

"You?" Gu Yuena was curious how to judge one's profession.

"Guess what." Luo Youzhe nodded.

"Guardians?" guess Gu Yuena.

"Slow." Luo Youzhe denied.

"There's no way an assassin, right?"

Luo Youzhe did not reply. He only put on a smile that made Gu Yuena suspect that Luo Youzhe was an assassin. I like to come and go all of a sudden.

"The "magic essence auctioned was actually not as good as the magic essence in Luye Palace. Palace disciple Luye auctioned off failed magic essences and dregs. Although there was little effect, but not as great as the effect of the true magic essence." Luo Youzhe shifted the topic. It was obvious that he did not like Luye Palace.

Gu Yuena frowned. "They should know, right?"

"Luye Palace's name is too high. Their foolish trust caused a great loss. In fact, the original magic essence had the same price as the end of the price war here."

Gu Yuena understands this business game. To achieve profit, sell dregs or failed products that are still a little useful and keep the original for yourself.

"While I am not short of money, I will not buy things carelessly and waste them" Luo Youzhe continued.

"You don't know what it's like every moment of every second money flows endlessly and you don't know how to use it." Gu Yuena grumbled to herself.

"I know what it's like. Therefore, try to bargain for the good stuff."

Gu Yuena looked at Luo Youzhe with narrowed eyes. "I don't have that kind of money, for now."

Luo Youzhe chuckled. "I'm too much money. So let me do a little charity."

"There's pay, right?" Gu Yuena did not believe the man would be kind without a veiled intention.

Luo Youzhe clucked bitterly. "I just don't know how to spend my money. Just so you know, my assets are separated from the assets of the Luo Clan. I'm just wondering what I should do to be a little less than buried."

"Exhibit."

"Isn't it important you can buy your brother's gift? Tell you what, you bid and choose the goods, I pay. In this way, the gift came from the two of us to Gu Yuan."

Gu Yuena was silent for a while. He didn't like to owe, but Luo Youzhe's idea wasn't bad. He had to make sure the man wouldn't charge him.

"You're right not to ask for a reward?"

Luo Youzhe nodded casually. "If you pay the same price, my assets will grow worthless."

If the man refused, Gu Yuena would not need to replace. Finally he could buy a present for Gu Yuan at this place. In addition to the strange book that he 'picked', he also had the chance to see good stuff. Today is not as bad as yesterday.

During the auction, Luo Youzhe explained the truth regarding the auction item in detail so Gu Yuena had to rethink it if she wanted to bid. But so far, none of the items had really matched his high appraisal. All of them are 'regular' items that will be in vain when purchased by the wrong person.

Until when a unique object appeared on the stage of the auction house. Gu Yuena's attention began to be highlighted by a glove for her shiny-looking left arm. It is made of iron, yet so elastic as cloth for the first glance.

When the auction jury took the object out of the glass box, it slightly energized the qi into it. In an instant, the glove took out another side that was enlarged like a silver iron shield, appearing extremely heavy and hard.

In addition to the appearance of an iron shield that looked hard even in a plain state, the aura released was enough to make the spectators look at it in disbelief. The pressure as well as the suffocating aura of blood, as well as the unusual heat as if it came from hell.

This aura was a black iron aura that only existed in the bowels of the earth. Only a legendary forger could take it and create such a special shield.

The auction jury explained the advantages of the shield. Made by a free forger who doesn't want to be named. But there is no doubt that he is a talented forger so that he can make a shield that is so unique and great.

In addition to its power to withstand various types of attacks, it can also be used to reflect attacks so that it can inflict heavy damage on enemies.

The shield can reflect the attack in full, or even stronger as long as the opponent is no stronger than the owner. As for stronger opponents, it is enough to withstand attacks and reflect attacks—especially magic— as much as 50%.

In addition to the defense function, there is also an attack function in addition to counterattacks. The shield will feel light in the hands of the owner so that it can be used as a boomerang weapon. Whether hitting the target or not, as long as it is not buried so far away, it can return to its owner with just a call.

Such shields were extremely rare in this world. The average shield a guardian possessed could not be retracted just by using spiritual power. Basically the spiritual power of the guardian is quite low because it emphasizes more physical strength.

"I don't think there's anything I need to explain." Luo Youzhe already felt that Gu Yuena would take the shield for a reward. Although Gu Yuan already had a shield in the spiritual room, it was still the shield this time around that was the best.

Gu Yuena glanced at Luo Youzhe. "For the first time you don't underestimate the goods being auctioned. Looks like the forger is your acquaintance. Can I get a friendship discount?"

"In business, there is no such thing as a friendship discount. Just bargain if you want to, or you'll miss it. There's no way you're gonna take an alternative like that, is there?"

Gu Yuena snorted. "This time, I'll win fair."

Gu Yuena looked back at the auction stage. There have started to be bidding from the price of 200 natural stones. The price war started quite fiercely, whereas Gu Yuena was still paying attention and hearing the figures of hundreds of natural stones which made her feel goosebumps.

"600 natural stones!" Visitors further announced the price so high of 500 natural stones. It immediately became a highlight. Some people are still trying to raise prices little by little.

"You sure you can pay whatever I say?" Gu Yuena was a bit doubtful.

"You underestimated me?" Luo Youzhe remained relaxed as usual. "Call that. If I can't pay, I'll call you brother from now on."

Gu Yuena turned the eyeballs. Who would want to be called a big brother by such a person? He refocused on seeing whoever wanted the shield more. As he usually does at auction.

He noticed the movements of everyone who really wanted the item until willing to spend a lot of money. He was an experienced person in winning the auction.

When the price had reached 700 natural stones in abundance, Gu Yuena immediately raised the number board in her hand.

"1000 natural stones!"

Gu Yuena was in the spotlight right then and there. They're shocked. Is there a madman bidding 1000 natural stones from the price of 700 natural stones? That's too high. Tyrant where is that woman!

Gu Yuena glanced at Luo Youzhe who remained looking relaxed. It seemed like the man was very confident in his wealth. Or it seems like 1000 natural stones still have not spent all of their assets.

"1000 natural stone one, 1000 new natural two, 1000 natural stone—"

"1001 natural stone!" The other bidder suddenly raised the number board wanting to compete. It was a man in the vip room opposite Gu Yuena.

Gu Yuena narrowed her eyes. "1100 natural stones!"

"1101 natural stone!"

Gu Yuena felt somewhat annoyed by that number of responsibilities. "I'm a perfectionist" he murmured with a sigh. He again bids. "1110 natural stones!"

The visitors started to feel crowded. Just a shield, why must it be so expensive!

"1111 natural stone!"

"Oh? Adopt numbers?" Gu Yuena smiled obliquely. This man ... deliberately toyed with him. "1999 natural stone!"

"2000 natural stone!"

Gu Yuena smiled obliquely. "Master, I'm giving up. This shield can be owned by you."

The man fell silent. At first he thought of challenging the woman in the room across, but who would have thought that woman would give up. Though clearly he saw that the woman was very fond of the black stone shield.

The thing is, he is not a guardian and does not need a shield worth 2000 natural stones! That's waste!

"2000 natural stone one, 2000 natural stone two, 2000 natural stone three! Congratulations, Lord number 07 won the black stone shield!"

The crowded auction was filled with various comments. Gu Yuena returned to her seat without any regret. It made Luo Youzhe think that the girl would use other strange means to obtain the desired item.

But Luo Youzhe chuckled. "Just get here? Don't tell me you'll use the stolen goods for Gu Yuan's gift."

"You don't understand. I'm looking for the best price. I think 2000 natural stones is enough. I don't have to fight a prankster. I told you, I'll get it fair."

"Actually 2000 natural stones is too small."

Gu Yuena did not argue anymore. Although Luo Youzhe paid voluntarily, he still should not be shameless. They're not that close.

He remained seated in place while eating the snacks provided, waiting for the next item to be introduced. He did not need to fear that the shield he was after was taken away, as the transaction was completed after the auction event ended.

The next item was a magic tool in the form of a flying knife. Three small flying knives with spiral-shaped handles that can be attached to three fingers when using them. The shape is unique and very sharp for a small knife. It is also very thin, as if it will break if used to cut twigs.

The blades stood on their own and floated in the air based on the impulse of spiritual power in the glass box. A terrifying aura of death began to radiate, giving everyone chills. Most of them did not know what it was, but the aura was so terrifying that they felt uneasy.

The auction jury didn't touch him directly. He looked distressed, and just stood near the three knives before finally starting to explain in detail.

The knife was named as the 'mage killer' or 'Wu Sha'. It is said that the weapon was previously named as the 'death phoenix' possessed by a dangerous witch. Witches were always considered dangerous and were targeted by many people to be killed, especially after the decline of Linghun Palace.

The death phoenix had always accompanied its master and was filled with blood for hundreds of years. Reportedly the witch committed suicide using the 'phoenix death'. The witch's curse is attached to it, causing the weapon to become more bloodthirsty and filled with witch spirits that can injure the soul. That's why the name 'death phoenix' turned into a 'mage killer'.

It was originally a bedtime story for mischievous children, but who would have thought they would see that legendary 'mage killer. So dangerous, an ordinary mage like the auction jury could have been injured when it touched him due to the overwhelming aura of death. Although those weapons were magic weapons suitable for mages, still they could be severely injured if they were to use them wrongly.

The opening price was announced at 500 natural stones. Although somewhat expensive, it has the benefit of keeping the house away from witches. Even some Palaces wanted it to be kept in order not to fall into the hands of witches. Who would have thought, that weapon would be present in this place.

Luo Youzhe's expression did not change much. He just got a little cold, then stood up from his place to leave. "There's nothing interesting here anymore, you better pick up your gift before people bring it." He looked towards Gu Yuena, then frowned.

Gu Yuena did not care about Luo Youzhe's words, she only looked at those unique blades carefully. There was a burning feeling in his heart and mind, as if someone was calling out so as to make his mind centered on that small thing.

It was .. as if calling him.

"Sin'ana?"

Gu Yuena was surprised. He looked back, looking at Luo Youzhe who had apparently called out to him. It seems like it was just an illusion.

"What?"

Luo Youzhe looked at those things once more, then looked at Gu Yuena. "You want that?"

Gu Yuena looked at the weapon once more, then shook her head in doubt. I don't know why he felt so interested and almost let go of stealing it, but he still managed to control himself well. He had already asked for Luo Youzhe's money, so had to know a little.

But it seemed that Luo Youzhe no longer intended to leave. He instead went near Gu Yuena without taking his eyes off the three small flying knives.

"10,000 natural stones."

The offer caused an incredible surprise. What kind of tyrant was wasting as much as 10,000 natural miles at the start of the bidding!

"Are the assassins also interested in magic weapons?" Gu Yuena was astonished. But for some reason, he felt happy when Luo Youzhe intended to buy it.

"Maybe .. I can be an assassin and a mage together." Luo Youzhe casually replied and went out of the vip room. He was completely confident of leaving the auction unfinished.

The auction jury was initially a bit surprised, but he immediately sped up once he realized who had just bid at a high price. He hurriedly announced the results of the auction and ended it at a time when everyone was still very shocked.

The auction was closed by a legendary magic weapon worth 10,000 natural stones.