Human Clan Defender-Chapter 432 -s 186 to 187: You Say You Are Shen Changqing? (Two-in-One - , Asking for Monthly Votes)_2

Chapter 432: Chapters 186 to 187: You Say You Are Shen Changqing? (Two-in-One Chapter, Asking for Monthly Votes)_2

Merely this identity alone was enough to ensure the steward dared not act recklessly. Moreover, beyond being the Defender Envoy of the South Nether Prefecture, Shen Changqing was also a powerhouse of the Great Grandmaster Realm, an individual comparable to Mahavairocana Shimohe. Consequently, the number one steward felt even more reverence. The Yuanyang Auction House might wield great influence, but it was nothing before such a powerhouse. Frankly, if he angered Shen Changqing, a mere stomp of the foot could reduce the Yuanyang Auction House to ashes in an instant.

"Since I’ve come for the auction and also for the Demon Evils originally stored here, how many have been collected so far?" Shen Changqing asked.

It has been almost half a year since I last visited the Yuanyang Auction House. Although over a million taels of silver isn’t a small sum, it’s likely nearly spent.

The number one steward responded, "Lord Shen, the one million one hundred ninety-five thousand taels you previously left have all been spent. From that, we collected one hundred and fourteen low-tier Ghostly Level Demon Evils, at five thousand taels each; thirty-five mid-tier Ghostly Level Demon Evils, at fifteen thousand taels each; and one early-stage Resentment Level Strange Monster, valued at one hundred thousand taels."

"Your auction house does work quite well indeed," Shen Changqing nodded in satisfaction.

One million one hundred ninety-five thousand taels in exchange for over a hundred Demon Evils. Truth be told, for others, it would be a loss, but for me, it’s a profitable deal without a doubt.

Immediately, Shen Changqing said, "Please bring over all the Demon Evils."

"Lord Shen, please wait a moment." The number one steward, without hesitation, excused himself and turned to leave.

「Before long,」

Ten or so Attendants entered from outside, each holding several wooden boxes. Subsequently, the Attendants placed the wooden boxes on the table. Once done, they bowed respectfully before departing. As for the number one steward, he too re-entered from outside.

"Lord Shen, please inspect them; these are the Demon Evils you requested."

"Thank you for your effort," Shen Changqing nodded, his attention already fixed on the numerous wooden boxes before him.

The wooden boxes merely served as containers; other items inside sealed the Demon Evils. Even so, the presence of over a hundred sealed Demon Evils caused the room’s temperature to drop significantly.

「The next moment,」

He acted decisively.

BOOM!!

A terrifying power erupted, instantly engulfing all the wooden boxes. In the stunned gaze of the number one steward, all the wooden boxes crumbled instantly. The Black Banners sealing the Demon Evils within shattered at the same moment. Before the sealed Demon Evils had a chance to emerge from the broken Black Banners, they were obliterated by that fearsome force.

In less than a single breath, all one hundred-plus Demon Evils were eradicated. A converged wave of Spiritual Power surged forth and was instantly absorbed by Shen Changqing.

My Divine Soul is at the second stage; more than a hundred low-level Demon Evils wouldn’t be enough for an advancement. Unless... unless they were over a hundred Fiend Level Strange Monsters. That might elevate my Divine Soul from the second to the third tier.

The further I progress, the more I understand how challenging it is to enhance the Divine Soul. Fortunately, Demon Evils offer a shortcut for its growth. Otherwise, advancing through sheer cultivation would be terrifyingly difficult.

He glanced at the panel again. The reset Slaughter Value has now reached seven hundred points. Less than one million two hundred thousand taels for over seven hundred Slaughter Value points... a fairly worthwhile trade.

Regrettably, the Yuanyang Auction House needs time to collect Demon Evils. If I could exchange silver directly for as many as I wanted... Shen Changqing felt he could advance to a peak Realm on the spot. But that’s impossible.

He felt a flicker of regret, realizing he was being somewhat insatiable. Withdrawing his hand, Shen Changqing glanced at the shocked number one steward beside him and said with a light smile, "I haven’t startled you, have I, Steward?"

"Lord Shen must be joking." The number one steward finally regained his composure, managing a forced smile. Just moments ago, when that power erupted, I nearly felt death’s embrace. That illusion made me want to flee. Even now that the power had vanished, merely recalling it filled the number one steward with profound shock. Now I truly understand just how terrifying the power of a Great Grandmaster is. Killing me would be no more troublesome for him than crushing an ant.

Shaking his head inwardly to dispel the lingering fear, the number one steward offered a strained smile. "Lord Shen’s power is Sky-Piercing; I am deeply impressed. May I ask when you plan to hold the next round of the auction?"

"How far has the news of the auction spread now?" Shen Changqing answered with a question of his own.

At these words, the number one steward’s smile faded slightly. He said earnestly, "As soon as Lord Shen mentioned holding an auction, we began spreading the word. The news has not only circulated within Great Qin but has also caused quite a stir in places like Great Zhou and Great Liang. We’ve received messages from other regions indicating that people from other nations are already on their way here to participate."

"Your auction house has done a good job," Shen Changqing smiled. The more sensational the auction, the better. Only with many competitors can a good price be secured. A martial art that leads directly to the Grandmaster Peak... truthfully, that’s a top-tier Sect-Defining Martial Art anywhere.