On the other side, at the auction.

Several figures returned separately to the top-floor VIP rooms.

The auction for the last item had concluded, but they didn't yet know where it went.

"Demon Venerable, we lost them."

Two of the figures knelt before an old man in a green robe with a pale face, an ink-green demon mark on his forehead.

"Lost them? Seems they have some skills."

The Ten Thousand Poison Demon Venerable snorted coldly, "They are very cautious. I guess their skills aren't that great. Check from the auction side; I don't believe they can just disappear out of thin air."

In the adjacent VIP room, a woman knelt before another, even more beautiful woman in a blood-red dress, reporting, "Master, they are very skilled. They knew we would follow, left early, and easily shook me off."

"You are a High-Level Demon General. To shake you off, they must either be familiar with this place or more powerful than you. Continue investigating and get a clear understanding first."

The Blood Shadow Demoness replied alluringly.

"Yes, Master."

The same situation occurred in two other places as well. In the You Family's VIP room, You Jiu Yin, who is more handsome and delicate than even women, tapped his finger on the table, showing a thoughtful expression.

"This Extremely Yin Black Lotus suits me very well. Send more people to find this person. No matter if we have to snatch it or buy it, first determine his location."

You Jiu Yin spoke with authority.

"Yes, old servant will immediately deploy more people to investigate."

The subordinate kneeling on the ground responded.

"Don't slack on the tasks we came here for. After all, it's a family mission; we can't spend too much time on it."

You Jiu Yin said in a deep voice, "Find her quickly."

Compared to their four forces, which were all interested in the Extremely Yin Black Lotus and continued to send more people to track Shen Wang, the auction house didn't send anyone to pursue him.

After all, the items were auctioned off by them, and making a hasty move could easily damage their reputation. Moreover, the auction house had interacted with those two, so investigating wasn't difficult.

Below the auction house, observing the situation, a middle-aged man in a black robe was calmly watching the scene. He was the City Lord of Black Stone City, overseeing in the background. As he looked at the auction site, he muttered to himself, "This auction could be considered the largest in nearly a hundred years, enough to enhance the reputation of my auction house."

Thinking satisfactorily about the price of the final auction item, he then considered the unexpected person who outbid them for the star item, frowning slightly.

He had personally inquired about the auctioneer, someone he had paid attention to during a previous auction when they were selling elixirs.

"This Master Wang is indeed worthy of being an alchemist. His foundation is quite profound. I didn't expect him to be able to produce over three million in one go this time."

As he considered whether to personally investigate further, his expression suddenly changed. The sinister technique he had left on the Extremely Yin Black Lotus was unexpectedly broken!

"What! It's so quick!"

He showed a look of dread in his eyes, as even he was not confident he could so quickly undo the technique left in the Extremely Yin Black Lotus.

"It should be the alchemist's strong mental force, but in this way, I've offended him. Without knowing his background, it's best not to probe for now."

After his expression changed for a while, he gave up on the idea of probing.

The sinister technique he left was initially to deal with the Blood Shadow Demoness, and now unexpectedly being seized by this person, even if it offended the other party, explanations could be made later.

This person's methods are not simple, and he is also a Sixth Grade Alchemist. Unless it's necessary, it's better not to provoke him.

Shen Wang was still unaware that because of his alchemist identity, he avoided trouble from the City Lord of Black Stone City.

However, even if the City Lord of Black Stone City had targeted him, at this moment Shen Wang didn't have much time to think about it because refining the Extremely Yin Black Lotus wasn't going smoothly.

This item was born in the Demon Realm and naturally contained the power of the Demon Realm. His mana did not align with the power within the Extremely Yin Demon Lotus and even had some conflict.

Helpless, he could only choose to use the power of the Rakshasa Technique, which he had been additionally cultivating, to refine it. But the source of this power was merely one acupoint, and the current strength was far inferior to his own mana, only at the Demon General Level, making the refining process painfully slow.

Shen Wang couldn't hurry; he could only take it slow, exchanging time for space.

He stored the Black Lotus in the acupoint space, slowly refining it with Rakshasa Magic Power.

Stepping out of the room, he accompanied Youli in basking in the sun while observing the outside world with his thoughts.

The auction had ended, and the last three items auctioned this time were all extraordinary. The following period was unlikely to be peaceful.

"Husband, I suddenly feel anxious today."

Youli leaned against Shen Wang, expressing her feelings as she stroked her stomach.

"Anxious?"

Shen Wang couldn't help but think of You Jiu Yin from the auction house. Could it really be for Youli?

They hadn't seen anyone from the You Family for so long, and now they suddenly appeared. Could it be that they have a way to determine Youli's location?

"Don't worry, even if there's danger, we can easily escape."

Shen Wang comforted, "Besides, I'm right by your side, what is there to fear?"

"Mm."

Youli held onto Shen Wang, her heart settling down.

Yet Shen Wang grew concerned, remaining vigilant of the external world at all times.

As he planned to wait another two months until the child in Youli's belly was born, one day later, Shen Wang sensed something had happened with Flame Iron.

That night, someone approached their courtyard.

Their residence was not in a bustling area, and usually, they had no friends or relatives visiting. These people were up to no good!

In the midst of cultivation, Shen Wang opened his eyes and sighed slightly, "Seems they really have a way to determine the location. This is a bit troublesome."

Knock, knock.

A sound of knocking came on the door.

Resting Youli sat up in shock, unable to shake the unease in her heart.

A hand grabbed her, "Stay here and don't move. I'll deal with the uninvited guests."

Shen Wang said solemnly.

"It's them! They must be from the family. I've felt like someone has been calling me lately."

Youli said nervously, "Husband, should I go out? I've already fused the Holy Blood; they won't do anything to me."

"Don't rush. Let me see the situation first."

Shen Wang shook his head, his mana fusing with Evil Qi, forming a simple avatar beside him, walking out at an unhurried pace.

The door opened automatically, revealing several black-clad individuals outside, and inexplicably, it started raining.

The leader, looking handsome, raised his head at Shen Wang, who had come out, "You are not one of our clan. I want to see her."

"And what if you see her?"

Shen Wang countered.

"Our clan member will naturally be taken back and handed over to the elders of the clan for handling."

You Jiu Yin said indifferently.

"And then?"

Shen Wang did not think that this was a good outcome.

"Naturally, handle what needs to be handled. You're asking too many questions."

You Jiu Yin stepped out, rain pouring down, an intangible pressure enveloping Shen Wang's avatar.

Shen Wang glanced at the figure behind the other party. They didn't bring many people, but this guy wasn't weak.

He was contemplating whether to flee or fight.

If they fought, it would create too much commotion, easily attracting more trouble.

Better to flee.

Shen Wang had made his decision, saying, "I won't hand over my woman."

You Jiu Yin's gaze turned dangerous, "I don't want to make a move here, you should be sensible."

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