The Divine Urban Physician Chapter 3760: Cang Luqing!
Previously on The Divine Urban Physician...
Concurrently, Chen Yuanbiao produced a jade pendant identical to Ye Chen's and, with a smile, declared, "To guarantee your safety, I shall accompany you personally this time."
Ye Chen expressed a degree of surprise, replying, "Thank you kindly, Master Chen."
After all, Chen Yuanbiao was a formidable martial expert!
Having such a powerful individual act as a guardian was an extraordinary privilege!
It underscored Ye Chen's significant standing within the Cloud Clearing Association!
Following this, Chen Yuanbiao, to Ye Chen's surprise, presented a storage bag, stating, "The chairman was informed of your attendance at Cang Gang's auction and requested I convey this to you. Please accept it."
Ye Chen accepted the storage bag and, upon scanning it with his divine soul, his expression underwent an immediate transformation!
Within the storage bag lay treasures of immense worth, including a Third Grade Dark Crystal!
He remained silent for a moment before accepting the storage bag, responding, "Thank you for the chairman's consideration."
Ye Chen understood that the Cloud Clearing Association held him in high regard due to his heaven-defying spiritual root within the Cloud Clearing sect. However, Ye Chen had always been one to reciprocate generously to those who aided him, regardless of the underlying reasons. The Cloud Clearing Association had indeed provided assistance, and that was a undeniable fact!
Therefore, he did not refuse, embracing this gesture of goodwill!
Observing this, Chen Yuanbiao's countenance brightened, and he announced, "Very well, in that case, I shall not intrude further. We shall reconvene tomorrow before the auction commences!"
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The following day, as midnight approached, two figures traversed the streets. A closer inspection revealed one to be a young man with a composed demeanor, and the other an elder exuding a sage-like aura.
These were none other than Ye Chen and Chen Yuanbiao.
At this juncture, Chen Yuanbiao produced a black robe and a mask, presenting them to Ye Chen. "We are nearing our destination. Please don the Black robe and mask. The attendees at the auction are diverse; it is prudent to exercise caution."
Ye Chen nodded in agreement. The attire—a black robe and mask—bore a striking resemblance to the garb worn by the black-robed individuals during the Cloud Clearing assessments, effectively concealing one's identity and appearance.
Chen Yuanbiao also donned a similar black robe and mask for himself.
They pressed onward and, shortly thereafter, reached the location indicated by the jade pendant!
The site was an abandoned cemetery!
Ye Chen and Chen Yuanbiao approached a tombstone and simultaneously revealed the jade pendants they held. In the ensuing moment, a deep violet luminescence emanated from the pendants, and their forms instantaneously vanished!
Following a disorienting vortex, Ye Chen and Chen Yuanbiao found themselves in what seemed to be a subterranean realm. Before them lay a narrow passage descending further.
Guarding the entrance to the passageway were two figures clad in gray robes, their faces obscured by Ghost Face masks. They regarded Ye Chen and Chen Yuanbiao with stern expressions, stating, "Kindly present your credentials."
Ye Chen and Chen Yuanbiao exchanged a swift glance before handing their jade pendants to the two guards.
The gray-robed men offered slight nods and stepped aside.
Ye Chen and Chen Yuanbiao then proceeded down the passageway...
Soon, the sounds of revelry reached their ears.
The passageway culminated in an opening!
Ye Chen and Chen Yuanbiao emerged from the passageway, their eyes alight with a distinct spark!
An astonishingly opulent underground palace unfolded before them!
Fine wines and delectable dishes were spread generously throughout the area. Martial artists, their faces hidden by masks and their figures concealed, engaged in unrestrained drinking and laughter, appearing not as strangers but as kindred spirits!
At this moment, a lady adorned in a crimson dress, holding a goblet of exquisite wine, ascended a dais constructed from what appeared to be a precious, unknown gemstone within the palace.
Instantly, the entire hall was enveloped in profound silence!
Ye Chen's gaze was drawn to the lady, and he found himself momentarily captivated...
This lady had made no effort to conceal her face!
Furthermore, she possessed exceptional beauty!
Beyond her facial features, her physique was equally captivating, radiating an untamed allure from every angle!
She exuded the presence of a queen reigning amidst a pack of wild beasts!
Chen Yuanbiao leaned in and whispered to Ye Chen, "This lady is Cang Luqing, the daughter of the Cang Gang leader, Cang Hunwu. He cherishes her dearly, so be cautious not to provoke her!"
Upon hearing this, Ye Chen inclined his head subtly, yet his gaze lingered on Cang Luqing with a discernible trace of curiosity.
Cang Luqing then smiled and announced, "I shall dispense with pleasantries. The auction officially commences now!"
With a wave of her hand, Cang Luqing signaled three ladies, attired in elegant cheongsams, to push a trolley onto the stage. The trolley was draped with a layer of red cloth.
A friendly smile graced Cang Luqing’s lips as he addressed the assembly, "Many of you are likely familiar with the procedures of our Cang Gang auction. However, for the sake of clarity, I shall reiterate the rules. Cang Gang is presenting only three precious items for auction. Following this, each of you is at liberty to present treasures for exchange. Should an item catch your eye, you may place a bid. Provided the established rules are adhered to, Cang Gang shall maintain a neutral stance regarding your transactions. Nevertheless, a commission, calculated based on the value of the exchanged items, will be levied from each successful deal. Without further ado, let us commence the bidding for our inaugural item!" Resting upon a swath of red cloth was a jade plate, cradling a rather ancient and seemingly weathered tome. Cang Luqing elaborated, "This ancient scripture originates from the Heavenly Corpse Sect of antiquity. While this sect did not bask in widespread renown during its era, the mere mention of the Heavenly Corpse was sufficient to instill dread in countless ancient martial artists! Among the myriad forms of corpse refinement, the Heavenly Corpse can be regarded as the most formidable entity, serving as the very bedrock upon which the Heavenly Corpse Sect was founded! From this, one can infer the Heavenly Corpse Sect's distinctive mastery in the art of corpse refinement. Although this ancient book does not delineate the precise methodologies for refining a Heavenly Corpse, it nonetheless stands as a profound Secret Scripture of the Corpse Dao! For any esteemed guests harboring an inclination towards the Cultivation of the Corpse Dao and the art of corpse refinement, I, Cang Luqing, on behalf of Cang Gang, solemnly assure you that this ancient tome is an indispensable treasure!" Upon hearing this, a subtle gleam ignited within Ye Chen’s eyes. His exceptionally potent divine soul would indeed prove advantageous in commanding refined corpses. However, the allure of the Corpse Dao did not resonate with him. To forge a formidable refined corpse, the prerequisites for the corpse itself are exceedingly rigorous, encompassing factors such as birth details, innate potential, spiritual constitution, and even the precise moment of demise, among numerous other considerations. Such specimens are notoriously difficult to procure! The notion of expending considerable effort to secure a suitable subject, only to subject them to agonizing torment and death to achieve various forms of corpse refinement, was fundamentally contrary to Ye Chen’s principles. And yet! It could not be disputed that a potent refined corpse wielded a nearly terrifying level of combat prowess! As Cang Luqing concluded his presentation, a martial artist garbed in a stark black robe ascended and proceeded towards the stage. The secret auction orchestrated by Cang Gang drew participants of significant standing from the Netherworld, with all exchanges conducted through a system of barter! This individual reached the forefront of the stage and, with a mere flick of his wrist, conjured an obsidian bead, dark as ink, before the assembled crowd! The instant the bead materialized, an overwhelming wave of Yin energy permeated the entirety of the Underground Palace!