Chapter 14: Change

Xuan-level martial techniques, even in the major cities and large families, are extremely precious. If obtained, the entire family's martial power would greatly increase. Therefore, these various forces are all vying for them with all their might.

"Ten thousand gold coins!"

In just a short while, the price had soared to ten thousand gold coins, leaving all the smaller forces to sigh in envy.

"Twelve thousand gold coins!"

Feng Lie, the head of the Feng family, stood up again to bid, adding two thousand gold coins in one go.

For a family like the Feng family, bidding over ten thousand gold coins was almost reaching their limit. After all, the family still needed to operate and could not put all their funds into this.

"Thirteen thousand gold coins!"

Yang Chong, the head of the Yang family, gritted his teeth and added another thousand.

The four major family heads and the heads of other cities who had come were now fiercely competing. However, the four major families of Yulan City still had an advantage, as they were better prepared financially. After the price reached ten thousand, only the four major families of Yulan City continued to bid.

"Thirteen thousand five hundred gold coins!"

Hu Li, the head of the Hu family, called out the price, his face not looking good.

"Thirteen thousand six hundred gold coins!"

"Fifteen thousand gold coins!"

Wan Shuo stood up for the second time to bid. Looking at the other family heads with ashen faces, he sneered inwardly.

This time, the Feng family had climbed onto a big leg. Once this matter was mentioned, Yun Ying's family lent him a huge sum of ten thousand gold coins without hesitation. Therefore, in terms of funds, the other families could not compare to him.

"Wan family bids fifteen thousand gold coins. Is there anyone willing to bid higher?"

The old auctioneer was also excited, his face flushed. Clearly, this was the highest price he had ever auctioned.

After asking three times with no one raising the bid, the Liao Sha Palm was finally sold for fifteen thousand gold coins.

Seeing the jubilant Wan Shuo, the other family heads' eyes flickered with uncertainty. After the last incident, many of the smaller forces in Yulan City had gradually aligned with the Wan family. If this continued, the entire Yulan City would eventually be swallowed up by the Wan family.

After the auction, Feng Hao also stood up. His casual movement immediately drew everyone's attention.

Because everyone knew that the Xuan-level martial technique came from this person.

Glancing around, Feng Hao saw his father, who looked somewhat dejected. Frowning, he walked over to Feng Chen's position.

Ouyang Peng was initially stunned but quickly followed behind.

"Are you the former head of the Feng family?"

A hoarse voice came from under the black robe. Feng Chen was also surprised, not understanding why this person was seeking him out.

"Indeed!"

Despite his many doubts, he still replied very politely.

"Ten thousand gold coins, do you want it?"

Feng Hao did not beat around the bush. He took out the Ground-Shaking Fist and the Cloud-Moving Decision and handed them to him.

"Xuan-level low-rank martial technique! Huang-level high-rank secret!"

Glancing at the two scrolls, Feng Chen exclaimed in shock.

"What?!"

The entire hall was stirred, everyone's pupils dilating in shock as they looked at the black-robed figure.

A Xuan-level martial technique was already impressive, but a secret was the foundation of a family's survival. For a force in Yulan City, obtaining a Huang-level low-rank secret would eventually make them the fifth major family. Therefore, the value of a secret was even higher than a martial technique, and it was generally hard to come by even with money.

Ouyang Peng also drew a sharp breath. Ten thousand gold coins, this was practically giving things away.

However, he thought more about why this mysterious pharmacist was doing this.

"Do you want it?"

Seeing Feng Chen's long silence, the hoarse voice came from under the black robe again, seemingly impatient.

"Thank you, sir!"

Regardless of the reason, Feng Chen reached out to take the scrolls. He did not notice that when he bent down, the black-robed figure subtly moved.

Holding the scrolls in his hands, Feng Chen felt as if he were dreaming. The several elders of the Feng family and Feng Lie were also extremely excited.

Could it be that there really was such a thing as a windfall?

Everyone looked at the Feng family with envy, jealousy, and hatred.

Feng Lie quickly took out the gold coins, completed the transaction, and Feng Hao and Ouyang Peng quickly left the auction.

No one dared to say anything. They knew that this black-robed figure was someone they could not afford to offend.

Joking, who could casually give away a Xuan-level martial technique? There were not many such people in the entire Xilang Kingdom.

Holding the two scrolls, Feng Chen slowly calmed down. He was pondering why the black-robed figure was doing this.

"Could it be?"

A light bulb went off in his head, and he hurriedly left the auction house.

...

After obtaining the spirit medicine, Feng Hao quickly returned to the courtyard. He had just assumed a posture when he saw Feng Chen rush into the courtyard.

"Breath... breath..."

His movements did not stop. The pain coursing through his body like electric currents made his body tremble.

The second posture was extremely difficult for him, even at the Fourth Rank Martial Disciple level, but the benefits far outweighed those of the first posture.

After just fourteen rounds, Feng Hao was exhausted and collapsed, lying there panting heavily.

"Hao!"

At this moment, Feng Chen finally walked over.

"Father!"

Feng Hao sat up, understanding what Feng Chen wanted to ask.

"Breath..."

Feng Chen took a deep breath, looking at the young man before him with a complex expression. "Was the person who taught you this attack technique a black-robed figure?"

"How did you know?"

Feng Hao pretended to be surprised.

Seeing the young man's expression, Feng Chen finally calmed down, also feeling extremely excited.

This was a great opportunity!

And the actions of the black-robed figure finally made sense.

"Good! Good! Good!"

He repeatedly praised, his face full of joy. Then, he became serious and said, "Hao, you must not辜负 (neglect) the good intentions of that great person!"

"Father, rest assured!"

Feng Hao subtly pulled the corners of his mouth but verbally agreed.

After Feng Chen left, he activated the 'Virtual Pill' from the Shennong Pharmacopoeia. The medicinal effects spread, dispelling his fatigue, and his body felt full of energy. Without hesitation, he arched his body and began practicing.

...

The appearance of the mysterious black-robed figure undoubtedly brought significant changes to the four major families of Yulan City. The once gradually declining Feng family, due to the actions of the black-robed figure, changed everything.

A Xuan-level martial technique and a Huang-level high-rank secret were enough to change the fate of a family.

No one knew why the black-robed figure did this. After this, he did not appear again, but the dynamics of the four major families changed.

Because three days later, the Yang and Hu families announced an alliance, advancing and retreating together, and then began to aggressively absorb the smaller forces within the city. In terms of power, they now surpassed the Wan and Feng families.

However, everyone could see that the two families were making a last-ditch effort, and the Feng and Wan families did not take any action, only defending their territories. Because a mad dog could bite at any time!