Chapter 120: The Point of Attack

The vast majority of people mistakenly believed that the Twin Prodigies of Yingfeng had deliberately brought out the Golden Jade Robes for auction and had concocted this excuse on purpose.

So, everyone responded with a collective “Oh,” cooperating with the veiled woman's explanation.

“All right, enough talk. I bid one hundred and ten!”

Ji Mingshan finally couldn’t hold back any longer. He stood up and placed a bid.

Although the exquisite storage bracelet had been snatched away by Qingxi earlier, that was not all Ji Mingshan and Bai Ruyu’s entire fortune.

They were well aware of the saying about not putting all their eggs in one basket. After returning to their sect, they took out another storage bracelet hidden within their residence, filled it with enough spirit stones, and came to Juzun City to attend this grand event.

Unexpectedly, they ended up encountering the loss of their treasured goods.

Adding to that, being misunderstood by everyone, Ji Mingshan finally lost his patience and began bidding.

“Oh, Ji Mingshan is raising the price himself. I admire that!”

A young prodigy from the Rising Star List exclaimed in surprise.

Ji Mingshan’s anger flared at those words.

“I bid one hundred and twenty!”

A young man with a scruffy beard placed a bid. He shot Ji Mingshan a knowing look, as if to say: “Brother Ji, I’m helping you raise the price personally. You owe me one for this favor!”

“Damn it... one hundred and thirty!”

Ji Mingshan trembled with fury.

The bearded youth was momentarily stunned, not understanding Ji Mingshan’s intentions, and quickly said, “One hundred and forty!”

“I...”

Ji Mingshan looked up at the sky, feeling an urge to cry. He flushed red and spoke slowly and deliberately: “Brother Huang, please stop bidding, alright? These two Golden Jade Robes were stolen by villains some time ago and, unexpectedly, sold to Wantong Workshop. I’m literally spending money to buy them back. Why are you meddling?”

Having said that, Ji Mingshan’s face turned green with anger.

Everyone else suddenly realized the truth.

The veiled woman hosting the auction on stage also wore an embarrassed expression.

“Since these two Golden Jade Robes belong to Brother Ji and his wife, I shall make the decision to return the original items.” Shen Qianzhong stood up and spoke with gentle elegance.

The Golden Jade Robes now belonged to Wantong Workshop, and Shen Qianzhong had the authority to dispose of them at will.

“Thank you very much, Young Master Shen. I, Ji Mingshan, owe you a favor.” Ji Mingshan breathed a sigh of relief and cast a look of gratitude at Shen Qianzhong.

“You’re welcome.”

Shen Qianzhong sat back down, his face still adorned with a smile.

Qingxi witnessed the scene and couldn’t help but admire Shen Qianzhong’s skill in winning people over.

The auction continued until the banquet began, only then coming to an end. The event then finally moved on to its main agenda.

As the organizer of this grand gathering, Shen Qianzhong took the stage.

“I believe everyone here is aware that the extraterrestrial demons have descended, wreaking havoc across the lands. As the younger generation, though our strength may not rival that of our elders, we must still take action,” Shen Qianzhong said without delay, getting straight to the point.

Everyone listened intently upon hearing his words.

“However, after only a few days of their arrival, the extraterrestrial demons have rapidly consolidated, each occupying a territory, forming an impenetrable fortress. I have invited you all here primarily to share your views, so we may collectively deliberate on methods to eradicate these demons.”

After speaking, Shen Qianzhong returned to his seat.

Numerous maidservants brought forth fine wine and delicacies, and the attendees ate and conversed.

A young prodigy from the Rising Star List spoke up: “The sect leaders are discussing this matter, but no conclusion has been reached yet. However, I believe we can find a breakthrough somewhere first.”

Another young prodigy asked, “But the extraterrestrial demons, having consolidated their forces, are led by demon chiefs at the Golden Strong Realm. Not to mention the main base in the Glaze Mountains, even the other territories have these formidable leaders stationed. How can we possibly break through?”

At this, everyone fell into deep thought.

Most of those present were formidable young experts, any one of whom could dominate a region.

Yet, this extraterrestrial demon invasion was fierce, with the Demon King—a terrifying entity at the Third Transformation of the Celestial Profound Realm—leading them. Even the strongest on the Wind and Cloud List dared not act recklessly.

“I think there is a breakthrough!”

Suddenly, a prodigy stood up and said, “I have heard that the Golden Strong Realm demon chief in the Eastern Domain mysteriously vanished. Although the remaining demons are led by vice commanders of the Spirit Strong or Primordial Strong Realms, forming factions, their cohesion is weak.”

“I believe this is the breakthrough. In other words, the Eastern Domain is the key!” the prodigy added.

Upon hearing this, the hall erupted into discussions.

Qiu Yingying and Wang Shuiling exchanged glances, both seeing the seriousness reflected in each other’s eyes.

That day, they alone had witnessed the Golden Strong Realm demon chief’s arrival at the ancient Luo land and his being clawed to pieces by a terrestrial demon beast.

Although they had reported this to their respective sect leaders afterward, few knew the truth.

Therefore, even the so-called well-informed Wantong Workshop was unaware that the demon chief had fallen.

“Could it be that the Golden Strong Realm demon chief is hiding somewhere?” Qingxi whispered, as if talking to herself.

Qiu Yingying’s eyes flickered but she did not respond.

As a prodigy of the Eastern Domain, she naturally hoped its demons would be eradicated—but not by this group present.

In her view, these young prodigies, many unable to handle even the Spirit Strong Realm, and prideful to boot, would only create chaos if sent into the Eastern Domain.

If the sect leaders collectively decided to begin the purge from the Eastern Domain, she would not object.

After all, such a decision would be backed by powerful elders.

But now, this assembly of youth could not stir much of a wave.

They would only muddle the waters!

In Qiu Yingying’s words, everyone present was too young, acting on impulses without foresight.

As someone from the Eastern Domain, she had to consider all angles carefully in handling such matters.

Qingxi watched the prodigies from various great forces express their views, noticing their discussion gradually turning toward the Eastern Domain.

In the end, most of the Rising Star List prodigies agreed that the Eastern Domain was the breakthrough point.

Some even wished to set out immediately.

Qiu Yingying shook her head inwardly, thinking: Truly, a moment of rashness.

Though all in their twenties, her thoughts were more mature and considerate.

Shen Qianzhong, the organizer, stood once again and said, “The extraterrestrial demons are invaders and must be dealt with sooner or later. Moreover, with Lord Leilong personally issuing the order, we dare not disobey. After analyzing the situation, the Eastern Domain is indeed the best breakthrough point.”

“However, whether the matter in the Eastern Domain can be handled properly hinges on the whereabouts of the Golden Strong Realm demon chief—or rather, whether he is alive or dead.”

Others nodded thoughtfully upon hearing Shen Qianzhong’s words.

A Golden Strong Realm demon chief was indeed a hard nut to crack.

The extraterrestrial demons had tough bodies, especially at the Golden Strong Realm. Without two or three human experts of the same rank working together, killing one was difficult.

Thus, confirming the Eastern Domain demon chief’s fate became an urgent priority.

“By the way, I happen to have a prodigy from the Eastern Domain with me. Why not ask her?” The seventh young master of the Yeyue Sect smiled coldly.

In an instant, most eyes turned to Table Thirty.