World's Strongest Martial Warrior

The white-haired elder paid no mind to the stares of the onlookers as he pointedly addressed Peter Parker.    

A collective silence fell upon the crowd at the elder's offer. The audacity of the man! To ask for ten thousand immortal stones for a mere fragment of a book was nothing short of delusional.    

In the Immortal Dimension, ten thousand Immortal Stones represented a significant fortune. Such wealth was typically the reserve of prodigies from powerful factions or experts of the Golden Immortal Realm.    

A treasure trove of that magnitude could easily secure a Golden Immortal Magic Treasure or a cultivation technique of the same realm.    

Surely, even if the book were an ancient relic, no one in their right mind would squander ten thousand immortal stones on a tattered volume of dubious utility, would they?    

Meanwhile, Peter Parker's predicament was garnering increasing interest. A dashing young man, clutching a jade fan and clad in ornate robes, paused to observe.    

Accompanying him was a servant dressed in simple grey attire.    

"Young master, the ancient tome the white-haired elder is offering is worth acquiring," the servant suggested, his eyes narrowing as he scrutinized the seller, hinting at a sudden realization. He spoke softly to the young man.    

"Pill Elder, do you recognize the ancient book that gentleman is selling?"    

The young man's pulse quickened. He snapped his fan shut and turned to the elder at his side.    

He had immense faith in the elder's discernment. If he believed the book was worth purchasing, it was undoubtedly extraordinary.    

"I can't be certain of the book's nature, but I have a hunch about the seller's identity. He's not one to engage in deception," the Pill Elder mused.    

After a thoughtful pause, he added, "If I'm not mistaken, that should be Old Man Duobao!"    

Old Man Duobao!    

Shock etched itself across the young man's face, his eyes reflecting sheer incredulity.    

The Prabhutaratna Elder was a figure of legend, his name revered throughout the Immortal World. His renown reached even the esteemed Great Luo Immortal Venerables, all of whom acknowledged his existence.    

His identity was shrouded in mystery, and his power was beyond comprehension. Within the vast expanse of the Human Immortal Realm, scarcely anyone could claim knowledge of the old man's origins or the extent of his cultivation. Yet, even the Immortal Kings, sovereigns of their own domains, regarded him with caution.    

The enigmatic Prabhutaratna Old Man was not only renowned for his immeasurable strength, but his son, true to his name, was in possession of an array of unparalleled immortal treasures. As he journeyed across the Immortal Realm, he would often bestow these treasures upon those deemed worthy by destiny.    

Convinced that the elder before him was indeed that very old man, Peter Parker resolved to acquire the ancient tome at any cost.    

"I'll buy this ancient book!" he declared without hesitation.    

Upon confirming the book's authenticity, Peter Parker promptly tossed ten thousand immortal stones—his prize from the Nameless Immortal Palace—to the white-haired elder.    

"Damn, the kid actually went through with it."    

"Ten thousand immortal stones for such a worthless book? Even if he's backed by a major power with deep pockets, this is just reckless spending."    

"That old man really hit the jackpot with this spendthrift. He's made a killing today."    

The surrounding crowd buzzed with excitement, and nearby stall owners couldn't help but cast envious, jealous glances at the white-haired man. To think, a mere book could fetch the astronomical sum of ten thousand immortal stones! Fortune had truly smiled upon him.    

"Brave move, young man—I like your style!" the white-haired elder exclaimed. With a casual gesture, he sent the mysterious ancient book floating from his stall to hover before Peter Parker.    

Just as Peter was about to take hold of the book, a disruptive voice rang out from behind.    

"Wait... Senior, I am prepared to offer twenty thousand immortal stones for that ancient book. Might you consider my offer?"    

Peter Parker's brow furrowed at the interruption. He turned to see a young man clad in ornate garments, wielding a folding fan, and accompanied by a gray-robed elder, approaching with measured steps.    

The young man's cultivation was far from negligible. Having attained the Second Grade Heavenly Immortal Realm, his prowess was even more impressive than that of the Great Luo prodigies Peter had encountered in the Nameless Immortal Palace.    

The crowd was left in utter disbelief when a figure emerged out of nowhere to challenge Peter Parker for the ancient tome. It was bizarre enough that Peter was willing to part with ten thousand immortal stones for the book, but the shock was compounded when a dashing young man clad in brocade offered twenty thousand immortal stones for the same volume.    

What on earth was happening?    

"Is that Young Master Yu Fan, Yu Yi Xian, vying for the ancient book as well?" someone who recognized the youth in the ornate attire exclaimed in astonishment.    

Indeed, the young man in the luxurious garb was none other than Yu Yi Xian, Young Master Yu Fan himself. The revelation sent ripples of surprise through the onlookers.    

Yu Yi Xian was the celebrated prodigy of the Yu Family from the esteemed Great Luo Clan in Yu Luo Immortal City, renowned even across the vast Northern Frost Province for his exceptional talents. No one anticipated his sudden interest in the book.    

The sight of this esteemed youth from the Great Luo Family, not just showing interest but also doubling the bid for the ancient book, left everyone in awe. They stared at the worn book in Peter Parker's possession, wondering if it was indeed a hidden gem.    

The white-haired elder lifted his gaze to Yu Yi Xian, then gestured towards Peter Parker and spoke in a calm tone, "I sell items based on destiny. This ancient book has already found its new owner in this young man. He is now its rightful keeper."    

The crowd was rendered speechless by the turn of events. Here was Yu Yi Xian, a genius of the Great Luo Clan, ready to spend twenty thousand immortal stones, and yet the old man refused his offer. Instead, he favored the previously unknown youth with a sale for half the price.    

This elderly seller was not only known for his peculiar wares but also for his capricious nature.    

Yu Yi Xian's brow creased slightly upon hearing the old man's declaration. His status might have swayed an average individual, but he now faced the legendary Prabhutaratna Old Man, a figure who would not be influenced by prestige or power, regardless of whether it came from the Great Luo or even the North Chill Immortal Palace.    

Since Prabhutaratna, the Old Man, had made his declaration, there was no chance he would retract his words. To acquire the ancient tome, he'd need to devise a strategy to persuade the young man in black to part with it.    

"Friend, my name is Yu Yi Xian from Yu Luo Immortal City. I'm prepared to offer 20,000 immortal stones for that ancient book. Would you consider selling it to me and, in doing so, forge a new friendship? What do you say?" Yu Yi Xian extended a respectful hand gesture towards Peter Parker as he made his polite proposition.    

The crowd couldn't help but cast envious glances at Peter Parker upon hearing the offer. Ten thousand immortal stones were a hefty sum, and selling the book to Yu Yi Xian could curry considerable favor. Was this young man's fortune truly so extraordinary?    

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