CHAPTER 1208: CHAPTER 1147: ROSY CLOUD FESTIVAL

The grand auction at Ancient Peace Pavilion concluded with the sale of the Heaven Hanging Pot.

The three most important peerless divine treasures all found new owners.

The first divine treasure, the Nine Spirits Secret Order, belonged to Ye Chen. The second divine treasure, the Nine Chi Bell, was secured by Tianli Weiwei. The third divine treasure, the Heaven Hanging Pot, was acquired by Chi Wu, the servant of the Star Lord.

"I’ve heard that the auction event at Ancient Peace Pavilion is divided into three phases. Besides the first treasure free exchange and the second grand auction, there is a third stage, a higher tier secret trade meeting."

"However, I have other important matters to attend to, so I won’t be participating in the secret trade meeting below. Let’s talk about it another time if there’s an opportunity."

Having obtained the desired Heaven Hanging Pot and completed the transaction, the old demon Chi Wu was quite satisfied, smiling as he spoke to Gu Feng.

Seeing Chi Wu about to leave, Gu Feng naturally dared not stop him.

"Farewell, Lord Chi Wu." Gu Feng clasped his fists respectfully towards Chi Wu.

The Palace Master of the Immortal Divine Palace, as well as several other Cosmic Emperors, also respectfully bid farewell to the old demon Chi Wu: "Farewell, Lord Chi Wu."

Accompanied by the respectful voices of the Cosmic Emperors, Chi Wu left directly with the Heaven Hanging Pot.

Yet, even though the grand auction ended, few people left the auction venue, as discussions continued throughout the hall.

This auction at Ancient Peace Pavilion was truly spectacular.

From the contest over the twenty-four auction treasures to the auctioning of the three peerless divine treasures. From Ye Chen and the direct heirs of the three palaces and four islands vying for the Nine Spirits Secret Order to the Cosmic Emperors stepping out, ending with the great Star Lord’s servant, Lord Chi Wu’s personal appearance—this grand auction was full of unexpected twists and turns.

No doubt, it would remain a topic of discussion among the people of the Sea of Exile for a long time to come.

But an ending is just that—an ending. The grand auction finished, and everyone knows that the main event set to soon commence in the Sea of Exile is the opening of the Nine Bends Demon Realm.

Indeed.

Before the Nine Bends Demon Realm opens, there is the third-level secret trade meeting at the Void Palace.

This secret trade meeting is the highest specification private trade event at the Ancient Peace Pavilion.

It’s a venue that only those possessing the most precious golden identity tokens of the Ancient Peace Pavilion, or those at the Overlord or Cosmic Emperor level, have the qualifications to enter.

Many people in the grand auction hall are not eligible to attend.

"It’s time to go; the grand auction is over, and it’s time to leave Ancient Jade Island."

"We will meet again when the Nine Bends Demon Realm opens."

Some bid farewell to each other, then left the grand auction venue.

"Let’s go, to the third level of the Void Palace for a look."

"I still have some good items on me; I’ll try to exchange them for something more suitable on the third level."

Some headed towards the third floor of the Void Palace.

Among the crowd, Ye Chen, Tianli Weiwei, and the several Cosmic Emperors including Situ Nan were the most noticed individuals.

Even as the grand auction disbanded, with many people leaving, countless glances were still focused on these prominent figures.

Ye Chen initially thought that since he had some conflict with Situ Lianchi, the arrival of Situ Nan would lead to trouble as Situ Nan would speak up for Situ Lianchi.

Unexpectedly, Situ Nan also seemed to have important matters to handle and, unable to secure the Heaven Hanging Pot, merely glanced at Situ Lianchi before parting with Gu Feng and leaving first.

Without the backing of Situ Nan, Situ Lianchi dared not cause trouble for Ye Chen, whose origins were unclear to him.

Situ Lianchi only shot a harsh look at Ye Chen before hurriedly leaving with the Cosmic Emperor of the Immortal Divine Palace, following Situ Nan.

Meanwhile, other heirs from the three palaces and four islands, like You Ba and Chen Wufeng, just like Situ Lianchi, left the auction empty-handed, feeling somewhat disheartened.

However, the two did not leave directly but headed towards the third level of the Void Palace.

According to the rules of Ancient Peace Pavilion, the third layer’s trading period is placed at the end, lasting from the afternoon until the official arrival of the Rosy Cloud Festival in the Sea of Exile at sunset.

The two naturally did not want to miss this last main event.

"At the first layer of the Void Palace, at the free trade zone, I acquired a wooden sword associated with the Immortal Chaos Wood."

"At the second layer, the grand auction here, I secured a chance to return to the Primal Beginning Universe—a Nine Spirits Secret Order."

"Now, let’s see if we can get any more good things on the third level."

Ye Chen also intended to take a look at the third floor of the Void Palace.

Just as Ye Chen was about to head to the third level of the Void Palace, Tianli Weiwei approached him.

"I have yet to ask for your name, Daoist friend."

Tianli Weiwei smiled and said to Ye Chen.

Behind Tianli Weiwei was the Cosmic Emperor of the Sky Extreme Demon Island.

At this moment, that Cosmic Emperor was also observing Ye Chen, for this Cosmic Emperor had witnessed this young man’s wonders hidden among the grand auction crowd just now.

"I am Ye Chen. Fellow Daoist must be the renowned Tianli Weiwei of the Sea of Exile."

Ye Chen looked at Tianli Weiwei and replied with a smile.

"Ye Chen, you jest. I wonder where Ye Chen, the fellow Daoist comes from? Compared to Ye Chen, Weiwei is far inferior, at least Weiwei doesn’t have the demeanor of Ye Chen!" Seeing Ye Chen being courteous, Tianli Weiwei’s smile grew more apparent.

After seeing Tianli Weiwei’s demeanor, Ye Chen’s heart stirred, and without withholding anything, he directly said, "I accidentally arrived at the Sea of Exile, as for where I came from, that place is called the Primal Beginning Universe. I wonder if Fellow Daoist Tianli Weiwei has ever heard of it."

Though Ye Chen possesses the Nine Spirits Secret Order and will have a chance to return to the Primal Beginning Universe in the future,

since Tianli Weiwei is the daughter of the Island Master of Sky Extreme Demon Island, the foremost power of the Sea of Exile, obtaining some information from her could enhance his chances of returning to the Primal Beginning Universe.

Upon hearing that Ye Chen had accidentally entered the Sea of Exile, Tianli Weiwei’s eyes stirred.

Beside her, the Cosmic Emperor, upon hearing Ye Chen came from the Primal Beginning Universe, narrowed his eyes sharply.

"So, Elder, you know of the Primal Beginning Universe?" Ye Chen looked at this Cosmic Emperor.

The Cosmic Emperor from Sky Extreme Demon Island looked at Tianli Weiwei and then said, "The Primal Beginning Universe is the most mysterious place among countless universes besides the Cosmic Sea."

"Indeed, I have heard of it, but I haven’t been there myself."

"Young friend has accidentally arrived from the Primal Beginning Universe to the Sea of Exile; it seems your origins are indeed extraordinary."

Upon realizing that the Cosmic Emperor truly knew the Primal Beginning Universe, Ye Chen felt somewhat excited: "I wonder if Elder knows whether there are others who accidentally entered the Sea of Exile from the Primal Beginning Universe?"

"Also, Elder, do you know how to return to the Primal Beginning Universe from the Sea of Exile?"

The Cosmic Emperor shook his head: "There are indeed many intruders into the Sea of Exile, but few know their origin, and whether there are any from the Primal Beginning Universe, I am not aware."

"As for how to travel from the Sea of Exile to the Primal Beginning Universe, to my knowledge, there is no special road, though there might be exceptional paths unknown to me."

"The best way to the Primal Beginning Universe is to first enter the Cosmic Sea, then journey from the Cosmic Sea to the Primal Beginning Universe."

"After all, major powers within the Cosmic Sea possess methods to reach the Primal Beginning Universe."

Hearing the Cosmic Emperor’s words, Ye Chen could only nod and sigh inwardly.

It seems returning to the Primal Beginning Universe still relies on the Nine Spirits Secret Order.

Tianli Weiwei, who was listening, grew even more curious about Ye Chen’s origins: "So Ye Chen, the fellow Daoist, is an intruder. The Sea of Exile often has those with exceptional talent as intruders."

"Fellow Daoist seized the Nine Spirits Secret Order earlier to return to the Primal Beginning Universe, correct?"

Previously, during the auction of the Nine Spirits Secret Order, Gu Feng mentioned matters regarding the Primal Beginning Universe. Coupled with Ye Chen’s desire to return, Tianli Weiwei quickly deduced the reason behind his pursuit of the Nine Spirits Secret Order.

"When I return, I will inquire with my father. If he knows other methods to return to the Primal Beginning Universe from the Sea of Exile, I will surely inform you, fellow Daoist." Tianli Weiwei said to Ye Chen.

"Then, I thank fellow Daoist Tianli Weiwei greatly." Ye Chen gave a formal thanks to Tianli Weiwei.

After all, Tianli Weiwei’s father, the Sky Extreme Demon Master, leads the foremost force in the Sea of Exile.

Whether he knows other methods to traverse to the Primal Beginning Universe or not, simply having the opportunity to inquire is satisfactory to Ye Chen.

"Fellow Daoist, are you participating in the upcoming journey to the Nine Bends Demon Realm?"

After their discourse, Tianli Weiwei inquired of Ye Chen again.

"Nine Bends Demon Realm?" Ye Chen nodded, "I hear it is the most mysterious place in the Sea of Exile apart from the Abyss. I too wish to see it."

"That’s wonderful." Seeing Ye Chen willing to venture to the Nine Bends Demon Realm, Tianli Weiwei showed some excitement, "I also plan to go to the Nine Bends Demon Realm. Not just me, but likely countless individuals from Sky Extreme Demon Island and the entire Sea of Exile are headed there."

"At that time, the Nine Bends Demon Realm might be even more lively than the recent Ancient Peace Pavilion auction."

"Ye Chen, fellow Daoist, should we encounter each other in the Nine Bends Demon Realm, may we look after one another."

Tianli Weiwei had been speculating about Ye Chen’s mysterious origins but refrained from asking directly too much. If they can truly explore the Nine Bends Demon Realm together, she might see more of what’s behind Ye Chen.

Tianli Weiwei also wanted to observe what secrets Ye Chen might possess that render him unflinching before a Cosmic Emperor.

Thinking of this, Tianli Weiwei looked forward even more to the upcoming journey to the Nine Bends Demon Realm.

"Miss, let’s first head to the Void Palace’s third level; the Transaction Conclave is about to commence."

Seeing Tianli Weiwei’s rare excitement, the Cosmic Emperor from Sky Extreme Demon Island only interjected when it appeared Ye Chen and Tianli Weiwei had finished conversing.

"Yes, let’s check the third level first." Tianli Weiwei looked at Ye Chen, "Ye Chen, fellow Daoist, will you join us?"

Ye Chen glanced upwards and laughed, "Let’s go together then."

Several hours later.

As the evening approached.

Amidst the conclusion of the third level’s Transaction Conclave, after bidding farewell to Gu Feng, Tianli Weiwei, and others, Ye Chen directly flew out from the third level of the Void Palace.

At this moment, outside Ancient Jade Island, marks the official arrival of the Sea of Exile’s annual Rosy Cloud Festival.

Countless radiant clouds blossomed across the sky above the Sea of Exile, resembling splendid Divine Patterns illuminating the heavens, beautiful to the extreme.