C773 The Great Event of the Limitless City

After wandering around for most of the day, Bing Yue finally felt somewhat satisfied and, along with Woo Zhengyang, found a hotel to settle in. Woo Zhengyang naturally thought they should get two rooms, but Bing Yue insisted on sharing one, citing concerns about being investigated. Woo Zhengyang was speechless; they had already upset the Huo family enough, so what was there to worry about?

To make matters worse, the hotel manager conveniently informed them that there was only one room left in the entire place. At that point, what could Woo Zhengyang say?

Once they checked in, Woo Zhengyang still suspected the manager might have been bribed by Bing Yue or was lying to play matchmaker. However, he soon realized he had misunderstood. The hotel indeed had only one room left, and most other inns were packed.

The reason for the crowd was that two major events were about to take place. The first was an auction organized by the Qian Trading Company in the Limitless Domain. Qian Trading Company was renowned for showcasing rare and extraordinary treasures, making their auctions highly sought after. These events were rare opportunities, as the company held only one auction annually across the thirty-six domains, with no predictable pattern. Some domains hosted consecutive auctions, while others, like the Golden Scale Domain, had never hosted one at all.

For this reason, the Qian Trading Company decided to hold the auction in Limitless City, located in the Limitless Domain, causing quite a stir. Even practitioners from neighboring regions have gathered here. On their way, Woo Zhengyang and Bing Yue were puzzled by the number of powerful practitioners on the flying vehicle, but it seems they were all headed to the auction as well.

There's another point related to this auction. Rumor has it that Qi Wuyai, a renowned master craftsman from the Central Continent, will be attending. Qi Wuyai is a peak-level practitioner, equivalent to a top-tier Martial Emperor. Despite being "just" a peak-level Martial Emperor, his status on the Central Continent surpasses that of many Martial Emperors.

Why? Because he is a craftsman capable of creating Emperor Rank artifacts. What does that mean? An Emperor Rank artifact can cause a storm of conflict, and a craftsman of this caliber can produce one after another. People are willing to go to great lengths, even risking everything, for such an artifact. For an Emperor Rank craftsman, many sects and families will do whatever it takes to curry favor, as offending one could lead to their downfall. The goodwill of an Emperor Rank craftsman alone is enough to destroy countless sects and families, and they can't afford to provoke him.

Among the many practitioners, there's an unspoken rule: never offend an alchemist or a blacksmith. They represent more than just themselves or a single faction.

Qi Wuyai, an Emperor Rank blacksmith, has been renowned across the continent for years. Wherever he goes, he's held in high esteem. Countless people dream of sending their children to apprentice under him, even as mere assistants or companions. However, Qi Wuyai has little interest in anything beyond his craft. Women, taking on apprentices, and even cultivation itself hold no allure for him. His current skills are the result of years of accumulation, aided by the rare materials and elixirs offered by those seeking his services.

Many lament that Qi Wuyai's legacy might be lost. Blacksmiths are already rare, and if his knowledge fades, future Emperor Rank artifacts will become even more precious. Unexpectedly, a few years ago, Qi Wuyai emerged from seclusion with a sudden desire to take on apprentices, a passion that quickly consumed him. Previously obsessed with crafting, he now focuses solely on finding the perfect disciple, neglecting even his beloved work.

In his quest for an ideal apprentice, Qi Wuyai traveled extensively, revisiting major cities across the continent over several years.

It's a pity that Qi Wuyá is famously meticulous—meticulous in crafting, meticulous with himself, and especially meticulous about the apprentice he's about to take on. Because of this, over the years, not a single person has met his standards.

By now, he's almost scoured the entire Central State. Finally, he set his sights on the Thirty-Six Domains. Despite his stubbornness, Qi Wuyá is smart enough to adapt. He realized that visiting each of the Thirty-Six Domains would take a lot of time, so he decided to follow the auction events of the Qian Trading Company. Wherever these auctions are held, talented individuals from that domain and surrounding areas gather, making it much easier for him to select an apprentice.

This time, Qi Wuyá will appear in Limitless City! While he's searching for a qualified apprentice, many people are eager to become his student. So, whether they're attending the auction or hoping to become his disciple, people are flocking to Limitless City.

Woo Zhengyang and Bing Yue arrived relatively early, with a month still to go before the auction. However, the enthusiasm of the cultivators in the Limitless Domain is overwhelming. Many have already started pouring in, filling up inns and taverns. Soon, even the homes of ordinary people in Limitless City might be crowded with guests. It truly is a gathering from all directions!

Woo Zhengyang and Bing Yue never expected that their spontaneous decision to visit the Limitless Domain would land them in the middle of such a significant event. They're not usually ones to seek out excitement, but since they stumbled upon this grand occasion, they decided to stay in Limitless City for a while. Their plan was to see the auction at the Qian Trading House before deciding their next move.

Staying at an inn for over a month was comfortable, but the noise was unavoidable. So, Bing Yue suggested they find a local family to stay with, giving them a chance to experience the local culture firsthand. Woo Zhengyang agreed, and after spending one night at the inn, they set out the next day to find a new place to stay.

"Zhengyang!" A voice suddenly called out to them as they walked down the street. Although they hadn't found a new place yet, they ran into two familiar faces—Sun Mingyang and his companion, who had been their neighbors on the airship.

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