World's Strongest Martial Warrior

2At the Nameless Palace Hall auction house, Peter Parker had arrived early after a brief stroll through the market. Thanks to his VIP token, he and his companion were escorted by a maid to a private room on the second floor to await the start of the event.    

    

As the evening progressed, the crowd within the auction house swelled, creating a bustling atmosphere. Promptly at eight o'clock, the auction commenced.    

    

However, the initial offerings of low-grade immortal herbs and treasures failed to catch Peter's interest. He turned to Luo Wuji, who stood beside him, and voiced his concern, "Brother Wuji, I'm not sure how long it will take for the teleportation formation at the Nameless Immortal Palace to be operational again. We've only paid for a single day's use. I'm worried we might need to compensate with additional immortal stones."    

    

Luo Wuji reassured him with a smile, "There's no need to fret. The identity token we received upon entering the Nameless Immortal Palace tracks our time spent there. Upon our departure, the Palace will reclaim the token, and we'll simply settle any outstanding balance with immortal stones."    

    

Nodding in understanding, Peter Parker's curiosity was piqued. "This Nameless Immortal Palace is truly an enigma. Brother Wuji, do you know its origins?"    

    

Shaking his head, Luo Wuji replied solemnly, "The Nameless Immortal Palace is shrouded in mystery. Its emergence in the Northern Chill Immortal Domain is unknown to almost everyone. Moreover, its might is immeasurable. While the exact extent of its power is a secret, I've heard whispers of a rumor. Supposedly, the Palace comprises a main hall and eighteen sub-halls, each as formidable as a great Luo faction."    

    

Upon hearing this, Peter Parker felt a surge of astonishment. The main hall and the eighteen branch palaces rivaled a great Luo faction in strength. In essence, the Nameless Immortal Palace represented the combined force of nineteen Great Luo factions. With such an enigmatic and formidable presence, it was no surprise that the Northern Chill Immortal Palace, the ruling immortal king power of the domain, regarded the Nameless Immortal Palace with caution.    

    

As Peter Parker conversed with his namesake, the auction progressed seamlessly. Without anyone noticing, it had reached a fever pitch. Coveted items, capable of tempting even a Heavenly Immortal, were being offered one after another.    

    

Among these treasures, a Golden Immortal Artifact made a grand appearance and was snapped up by a Golden Immortal for a staggering 1,600 immortal stones.    

    

"Ladies and gentlemen, the next lot is the final item of today's auction," the auctioneer announced. "Many of you are no doubt aware that it is the exclusive Thoughtless Immortal Dew from our esteemed Nameless Immortal Palace."    

    

With the auctioneer's words still hanging in the air, the once-bustling hall fell into an anticipatory hush. All eyes were riveted on the stage.    

    

The Nameless Immortal Palace had ceased the regular sale of Thoughtless Immortal Nectar years ago, making it the highlight of their monthly auctions. This nectar was a rarity in the Immortal World, known for its ability to clear the mind of distractions and facilitate a state of profound enlightenment in the Void Underworld, significantly enhancing one's prowess.    

    

A mere drop of Thoughtless Immortal Dew was said to be worth a millennium of arduous cultivation.    

    

The effects were even more pronounced in those with exceptional talent. Some Golden Immortal experts could potentially elevate their cultivation by an entire level with just one drop!    

    

For someone with Luo Wuji's gifts and power, acquiring this dew would make ascending to the ninth-grade Heaven Immortal realm effortless. He might even exceed this level, reaching the cusp of the Golden Immortal realm or perhaps even the first-grade Golden Immortal status.    

    

Yet, the cost of Thoughtless Immortal Dew was exorbitant. A single drop demanded a whopping two thousand immortal stones, a price beyond the reach of the average individual.    

    

On Luo Wuji's last visit to the Nameless Immortal Palace, shortly after his breakthrough to the Heavenly Immortal Realm, he lacked the means to purchase the dew, despite its then-daily limited availability.    

    

Back in the day, even if Luo Wuji had amassed a fortune in immortal stones, he might not have had the chance to acquire the Thoughtless Immortal Dew. This time around, Luo Wuji was confident in both his strength and wealth. Yet, to his surprise, the Nameless Immortal Palace had stopped selling the Thoughtless Immortal Nectar directly, opting instead to auction it. To make matters more challenging, only three drops were available each month!    

    

There's truth in the adage that scarcity increases desire. Luo Wuji couldn't tell if the Nameless Immortal Palace was genuinely short on Thoughtless Immortal Nectar or if it was a strategic move to drive up its value.    

    

"Now, we shall commence the auction for the first drop of Thoughtless Immortal Nectar. Let's open the bidding at two thousand immortal stones!" the auctioneer declared, beaming.    

    

Peter Parker shook his head in disbelief. "The Nameless Immortal Palace sure knows how to play the market. The starting price used to be two thousand immortal stones per drop, and now it's the opening bid."    

    

Barring any unforeseen events, a single drop of Thoughtless Immortal Dew was likely to fetch at least five thousand immortal stones.    

    

"Two thousand one hundred immortal stones," came the first bid, just as the auctioneer finished his announcement.    

    

The Thoughtless Immortal Nectar was a legendary elixir capable of bestowing enlightenment and significantly boosting one's power—a treasure that countless individuals yearned for, its worth immeasurable in immortal stones.    

    

Despite the daunting price tag, the auction hall was filled with many who had the means to compete for it. In no time at all, the price had soared, doubling to four thousand immortal stones.    

    

And finally, the drop of Thoughtless Immortal Nectar was claimed for an astronomical five thousand one hundred immortal stones—a sum that would deplete the coffers of many Golden Immortal Realm masters.    

    

"Who would have imagined that a drop of Thoughtless Immortal Nectar would go for five thousand immortal stones each?" Luo Wuji muttered, his brow furrowed at the staggering price.    

    

He had four thousand immortal stones to his name, and upon departing from the Luo Water Merchant Union this time, Luo Qianqiu had given him an additional five thousand. He had thought that would be more than enough to purchase several drops of the coveted Thoughtless Immortal Nectar.    

    

As the Thoughtless Immortal Nectar came up for auction, he found himself in a position to bid for only a single drop.    

    

"Brother Wuji, go ahead and bid on a drop of the Thoughtless Immortal Nectar. Break through as soon as you can. Don't give me a second thought," he urged.    

    

Peter Parker offered a knowing smile, seemingly in tune with Luo Wuji's thoughts.    

    

Wan Xinghan's arrival at the Nameless Immortal Palace was no coincidence; he had clearly set his sights on them. The exact nature of Wan Xinghan's plot was unknown, but Luo Wuji's enhanced strength would undoubtedly make them more secure.    

    

Moreover...    

    

He possessed the System, which meant his path to advancement was far simpler than it was for most. Obsessing over the Thoughtless Immortal Nectar was unnecessary for him.    

    

The first drop of the Thoughtless Immortal Nectar fetched an astronomical five thousand one hundred immortal stones. It was likely that the remaining two drops would command similar prices.    

    

With five thousand immortal stones at his disposal, his cultivation could rival the benefits of consuming a drop of the Thoughtless Immortal Nectar, whether he chose to absorb it directly or trade it for other cultivation resources.