Beginning of Cultivation
Chapter 147: Going to the Auction

Chapter 147: Going to the Auction

Jun Wu Xiao had been cultivating using that alchemy method for a few more days, and it was finally time to go to the auction.

Gu Zhou Jian had already prepared a proper outfit, but Jun Wu Xiao still wore the same old clothes. In the past, such attire wouldn’t have been unusual, but now what he wore was considered an antique and would undoubtedly attract attention.

"If you dress like that, people will surely notice you." she remarked.

Jun Wu Xiao didn’t care about that. As far as I can see, I don’t attract attention to the extent that people would chase me. These past few days he has received quite a few curious looks, but that’s all. He said:

"That doesn’t bother me. After all, I have both a statue and a temple, so why worry about attracting attention?"

Hearing that, Gu Zhou Jian did not advise him to change his clothes again. She said:

"If you hadn’t mentioned it, I would have forgotten that you have a temple. Are you planning to worship yourself?"

Jun Wu Xiao felt like he had just heard something absurd and cursed inwardly:

"Damn it, what kind of move is it to worship myself?"

"Fine, if you want to do something so silly, go alone. I’m not going to do that." he said.

"If you don’t go, why would I go? Let’s head to the Tian Du auction house now." Gu Zhou Jian said.

Jun Wu Xiao picked her up and said:

"Alright, lead the way."

Gu Zhou Jian took out her phone, opened the map, and showed Jun Wu Xiao the location. He was a bit surprised and asked:

"The phone has this function too? I thought it was only for communication."

"It’s not just that. It can do many things—record videos, take pictures, livestream..." she said.

When Jun Wu Xiao heard about livestreaming, it reminded him of the past, and he laughed:

"Ha ha ha, impressive. I can’t believe that what I casually mentioned back then was actually accomplished in such a short time."

Gu Zhou Jian was puzzled by his sudden laughter and asked:

"Are you crazy? Why are you laughing out loud?"

"No, I’m not crazy. I was just reminiscing about some old memories. Back then, I forced the leaders of various factions to join the battlefield when the war broke out. I never thought they could turn that vague idea into reality now." he said.

She finally understood why he was laughing. Although it wasn’t entirely clear whether he felt proud or amused, it was definitely a positive sentiment.

"By the way, do you understand this map?" she asked.

This was the first time he was exposed to this kind of technology, so she was worried he wouldn’t adapt quickly. But this time, she was worrying needlessly. Jun Wu Xiao said:

"If I can’t understand something this simple, I might as well be brainless."

After all, the map was designed to be understood, not to confuse the reader. Naturally, it was made to be as simple as possible.

With a brain that had broken through many times, there was no reason he couldn’t grasp this simple map on the first try.

"Alright, then you go ahead." Gu Zhou Jian said.

He nodded and immediately took off. Having him as a means of transportation was very convenient, as he could traverse any terrain. Sky or sea, he could take her anywhere she wanted.

It wasn’t long before he saw an incredibly magnificent building, which looked like it was hosting a major event. One glance and he was almost certain it was the destination he was heading for.

Approaching the front, he saw a grand signboard that read "Tian Du Auction House," along with numerous banners and slogans displayed everywhere. He remarked:

"I didn’t expect it to be this lively. But even if this auction house is huge, it can’t possibly accommodate the entire capital. So, there must be some entry requirements."

"That’s right. If you’re a cultivator at the Bone Forging Realm or higher or a representative of a major family, you can go straight in without an invitation. Others need an invitation to enter." Gu Zhou Jian explained.

They always have a few dozen rooms available without giving out invitations in case some special guests appear.

Jun Wu Xiao nodded but then felt something was off. After thinking for a bit, he finally realized what it was. He glanced at her and said:

"So this was all your plan. You’re not qualified to get an invitation, so you brought me along. You want to use me to get you inside, don’t you?"

Seeing that her intentions had been exposed, Gu Zhou Jian felt a bit embarrassed. She chuckled and said:

"He he, you’re an old man, surely you won’t mind a little girl like me doing such trivial things."

Being called "old man" by his path companion made him stunned. Usually, he considered everyone equal in his eyes, regardless of their strength difference. But now being referred to as an old man while she was a "little girl" irked him a bit. He said:

"Don’t call me that again. I’m still young and handsome, so how dare you call me old? Besides, look at yourself from head to toe, what’s little about you to claim you’re a little girl?"

"Hmph, since when did you become so indecent? I meant little as in my age, not my body." Gu Zhou Jian snorted.

"Indecent? What did I say that was indecent? It’s you who’s thinking too much. If you don’t hurry up, I’ll leave you behind." Jun Wu Xiao replied.

Gu Zhou Jian, still unwilling to concede, retorted:

"Hmph, even if you get in, do you have the money to buy anything?"

Jun Wu Xiao might not have money, but he wasn’t a fool. From his perspective, Gu Zhou Jian’s wealth compared to the others here was at the bottom rung, far from being considered rich. He said:

"I’m not stupid, don’t try to fool me. I bet even selling you wouldn’t bring enough money to buy anything here."

"Hmph, I’m not that cheap." Gu Zhou Jian countered.

"That’s right, you’re priceless. At least Tang Hao thinks so. So if I capture you and hand you over to him, I’ll definitely be rich." Jun Wu Xiao said, his face showing a feigned look of greed.

However, this expression didn’t suit someone who had lived centuries without needing money. Gu Zhou Jian laughed and said:

"Ha ha, you look so ridiculous. If you really dared to do that, I’d never look at your face again."

"Oh my, how scary. I must try it out." Jun Wu Xiao replied in a teasing tone.

"Hmph, stop talking nonsense. Let’s go inside. I know you won’t really do it." Gu Zhou Jian said.