After this stone-cutting session, Ye Chen immediately became the focus of attention from all sides. He had cut open the Starry Blue Silver Essence, then the stone ring suspected to be an Imperial Ring, and his wager had yielded Divine Spirit Source and such a large piece of Sun Essence Iron. His gains were immense, and he drew the intense gaze of all major powers.
Many older-generation great figures had fervent looks in their eyes. They now actively engaged Ye Chen in conversation, and with varying degrees of subtlety, all expressed a desire to obtain that stone ring.
"Young friend, may I ask your esteemed name? So it's Ye Tianchen—truly an excellent name."
"Young friend Ye, your stone appraisal skills are profound and unfathomable. Even the famous Elder Luo Dun was defeated by you. From now on, your name will surely shake the world."
"Young friend Ye, could you sell that stone ring to this old man? I will certainly give you a satisfactory price."
"Old Huang, get lost! First come, first served. If he's selling, he should sell to me first."
A crowd of great figures swarmed around, especially those Old Antiques, who were particularly enthusiastic. Undoubtedly, it was all due to Ye Chen's unfathomable stone appraisal skills and the cut-open stone ring, both of which made them quite covetous.
Especially the stone ring, inscribed with the character for 'Emperor'—who wouldn't be moved?
Ye Chen could only smile wryly. These Old Antiques were all great figures from major powers. While he did not fear them, he also did not wish to offend the entire world.
Moreover, he did not want to expose himself too early, so he used another false name—Ye Tianchen!
"Fellow Daoist Ye, if you sell the stone ring to me, I will certainly give you a satisfactory Transaction." At this moment, a gentle and youthful voice transmitted via voice transmission.
"Who are you?" Ye Chen asked, surprised and suspicious.
"Changsheng Yan," the other party responded.
Ye Chen immediately understood—it was the Changsheng Imperial Son, whose real name was Changsheng Yan.
Simultaneously, several other Imperial Sons and Imperial Daughters also transmitted messages. Their purpose was unquestionable—all because of the stone ring.
"Everyone, please quiet down." Ye Chen spoke loudly, his voice shaking the entire Changsheng Hall, instantly silencing the noisy environment.
Everyone looked at Ye Chen.
Ye Chen said, "Thank you, Seniors and Fellow Daoists, for your high regard. However, there is only one stone ring now, and it has just been cut open. I wish to study it myself first. If necessary, I will also hand it over for a Transaction. I ask everyone to give me a few days to consider, is that acceptable?"
Hearing this, the various major powers nodded. They also felt it inappropriate to force a junior in such a manner.
However, some people looking at Ye Chen clearly had intense greed flashing in their eyes, likely harboring ill intentions.
Ye Chen, however, remained expressionless, a trace of coldness emerging deep in his eyes. If anyone dared to make a move against him, he wouldn't mind giving them a lesson they would never forget.
As he was leaving, the Changsheng Imperial Son, Changsheng Yan, stepped forward. He was still as gentle as ever, smiling before speaking, which gave people a good impression. He said, "Fellow Daoist Ye's stone appraisal skills are profound and unfathomable. Within my Changsheng Imperial Clan, there are still a few chaos stones from other chaos regions whose depths we cannot ascertain. I would like to invite you to help appraise them when there is an opportunity."
Ye Chen cupped his fists and said, "If the opportunity arises, I will certainly come!"
After a pause, the Changsheng Imperial Son said, "Fellow Daoist, be careful when you go out. If necessary, you can turn back and return to the Changsheng Hall. No one dares to barge in here."
Ye Chen was solemn. The Changsheng Imperial Son was warning him. He had now cut open several Supreme Treasures of extremely high value, and even the stone ring suspected to be an Imperial Ring was on his person. This would make even many Old Antiques covetous. Some people with bad intentions might take action against him soon.
His favorable impression of the Changsheng Imperial Son increased by a few degrees. He cupped his fists again without speaking and left the Changsheng Hall with A Beinu and the others.
At this moment, several powerful figures appeared beside the Changsheng Imperial Son. Among them were highly respected Old Antiques who appeared very respectful, yet also held a trace of puzzled confusion. They said, "Your Highness, why warn that junior, even allowing him to turn back and seek refuge in the Changsheng Hall? This matter concerns the Emperor's legacy from the chaos sanctuary. Many major powers are about to take action. Those Old Antiques probably can't hold back and will make their move. There might even be other imperial clans involved. Our actions might not be appropriate. We should also participate and compete for that stone ring."
The Changsheng Imperial Son said calmly, "Do not act rashly. If I'm not mistaken, he is that person. Those who come to ambush and kill him will likely suffer great losses."
Hearing this, the other experts of the Changsheng Imperial Clan were shocked. What did His Highness the Imperial Son mean by these words?
That person?
Who is Ye Tianchen?
The Changsheng Imperial Son gazed in the direction Ye Chen had departed, a deeper smile slowly curling at the corner of his mouth. I hope you don't disappoint me.
Meanwhile, after Ye Chen and the others left the Changsheng Hall, a group of powerful figures suddenly appeared. It was Luo Yingu and others leading the Luo Tian Royal Clan, silently blocking the path of the few.
Ye Chen and the others looked over. Gu Jiuhua frowned even more deeply. This was likely trouble. He said coldly, "Luo Yingu, what are you doing?"
"Didn't plan to do anything," Luo Yingu said with a sinister smile. "Just passing by, and wanting to buy something. Ye Tianchen, I want to buy all the Supreme Treasures on your person. I'll offer ten million, payable in full on the spot."
Ten million?
That was simply a lion's opening!
The faces of everyone behind Ye Chen turned slightly cold. Ye Chen remained expressionless, merely uttering a single word: "Scram!"
Luo Yingu's face changed, then his entire expression turned ferocious: "Ye Tianchen, don't think you're amazing just because you beat us in the Changsheng Hall. You cut out an Imperial Ring and think you can leave so easily? Too naive. I'm giving you a chance now. Either hand it over for ten million, or wait for the various powers to snatch it from you. You need to understand: the common man is innocent, but possessing a treasure is his crime."
"Scram!"
Still the same word, Ye Chen spat it out coldly.
Luo Yingu's face changed repeatedly. The many experts of the Luo Tian Royal Clan all had icy expressions, killing intent flickering. They very much wanted to take action, but doing so now was undoubtedly not feasible.
This Ye Tianchen seemed to be under the protection of the Changsheng Hall. They were currently not far from the Changsheng Hall. If the other party turned back, their efforts would be in vain.
Moreover, once they made a move, other major powers watching covetously from the shadows would also act.
Thus, Luo Yingu also gave a cold laugh: "Kid, cherish the Time you still have left to live."
With that, the group of Luo Tian Royal Clan experts turned and left.
Behind them, Mo Haishen and Luo Guyun very much wanted to take action and directly wipe them out, but Ye Chen stopped them, shaking his head and saying, "Taking action now is useless. Moreover, I'm afraid all sides are watching us. Don't waste energy. We'll settle it all at once later."
Settle it all at once later.
Beside him, Gu Jiuhua and Gu Qingyang, father and son, stared at Ye Chen dumbfounded. These words were truly domineering.
It seemed Ye Chen even found dealing with them one by one troublesome and wanted to resolve everything in one go.