Even the Moon Worship Saintess, Thunder Saint Heir, and Four Symbols Saint Son did not leave.

They chose a place nearby, drinking and occasionally glancing at Lin Xuan, seemingly interested in him.

Meanwhile, Lin Xuan met up with Liu Mingyue, and the two of them also found a place to silently enjoy their wine.

During this time, many kings approached to converse with Lin Xuan, seemingly wanting to make connections.

Lin Xuan did not refuse any of these interactions.

However, the conversations remained at a surface level; he would not divulge his identity or his purpose for being in the Northern Domain to them.

In the sky, a majestic energy rapidly dissipated, and then a silhouette appeared.

The figure was a middle-aged man with a burly build and a dignified appearance.

His eyes were like cold stars, and his eyebrows like sword light. Standing there, he possessed a valiant presence that could not be bested by thousands.

His appearance naturally caused a sensation across the entire combat area, as they recognized him as the power who had previously stopped the Liang Family from taking action.

Clearly, he was someone from Ziyun Palace, which was backed by the Ancient Family.

In other words, he might be a martial artist from the Ancient Families.

Immediately, all the martial artists in the vicinity stood up to salute the middle-aged man.

Even the Moon Worship Saintess, Thunder Saint Son, and Four Symbols Saint Son stood upright to offer a slight bow.

He was a great power, and this was the territory of the Ancient Family, so they too had to act modestly.

The Ancient Family’s great power, Gu Xiu, glanced around and nodded slightly before striding forward.

He was heading in the direction where Lin Xuan was.

Seeing this scene, everyone was shocked; they never expected the Ancient Family’s great power to approach Lin Xuan.

Lin Xuan was also surprised, but he set down his wine cup, stood up, and slightly bowed: "Greetings, Senior."

Liu Mingyue beside him also followed suit in saluting.

"Hmm."

The Ancient Family’s great power, Gu Xiu, nodded slightly and then showed a trace of a smile.

"Not bad, a young hero indeed. To have such combat prowess at this age, you are likely not far from the Saint Child Level."

"Thank you for your praise, Senior," Lin Xuan replied, but he was rather puzzled.

Because he did not understand the intention behind the visit, presumably it was not merely to compliment him a few words.

Gu Xiu casually asked, "May I know which sect the young hero belongs to, or which family’s disciple you are?"

"I am an independent practitioner without a sect. As for my family, it is too small, so I doubt Senior has ever heard of it."

Independent practitioner?

Gu Xiu was greatly surprised to hear this. He had not expected the other party to be an independent practitioner.

After all, independent practitioners refer to those who roam the world without any sect or group.

Such individuals seem carefree but lack the backing of a powerful sect or family to rely on, along with resources.

They are considered the least valued group in martial arts.

While there have been skilled individuals among them, their numbers are very small compared to sects and large families.

However, Gu Xiu never expected the youth before him to be an independent practitioner, which was indeed beyond his expectation.

But this was even better. He originally intended to win over the other party since such a young heavenly pride could become a formidable force if brought into their Ancient Family.

Gu Xiu was somewhat worried, as if the other party was a disciple of a Holy Land Sect, it might be impossible to win him over.

But now, as the other party was merely an independent practitioner, he felt confident in having him join their Ancient Family.

Yet this matter couldn’t be rushed and had to proceed gradually.

Therefore, Gu Xiu casually remarked, "I see, who’d have thought the young hero is an independent practitioner with such combat prowess."

It is indeed surprising.

"By the way, there will be a small auction on the fifth layer of Ziyun Palace shortly. Are you interested in attending?"

"Auction?"

Upon hearing this, Lin Xuan raised his brow, "What items will be at the auction?"

Gu Xiu showed a certain expression of confidence upon hearing this.

"Though the auction is small, the items within are quite valuable, mostly priceless cultivation techniques, and even some material treasures."

"For instance, Cold Spring Holy Water and Innate Purple Thunder Stone will appear in this auction."

Innate Purple Thunder Stone!

Upon hearing this, Lin Xuan’s heart raced.

He had come to the Northern Domain seeking this item, and he never expected it to finally appear!

Beside him, Liu Mingyue was also thrilled, and the two exchanged glances.

Lin Xuan smiled and said, "In that case, thank you, Senior."

Since there was an Innate Purple Thunder Stone, Lin Xuan was definitely going to attend the auction, and he had to obtain that stone.

"Very well, take this purple invitation, and you can directly enter the fifth layer for the auction shortly."

Gu Xiu set down an invitation, then turned and left.

"Thank you, Senior!"

Lin Xuan took the invitation, a smile appearing at the corner of his mouth.

"Great, with the Innate Purple Thunder Stone, the powerful formation against great powers can be completed."

"Then, we can hunt the Wan Chu Saintess."

Thinking of this, not only Lin Xuan but Liu Mingyue beside him was even more excited.

She said solemnly, "This time, no matter the cost, we must obtain the Innate Purple Thunder Stone!"

There was still half a day until the auction, so Lin Xuan and Liu Mingyue once again enjoyed some song and dance performances and tasted some spiritual wine in the main hall.

Half a day later, the two got up and headed to the fifth layer.

Not only the two of them, but at this moment, the Moon Worship Saintess, Thunder Saint Son, Four Symbols Saint Son, and some powerful experts also set off for the fifth layer.

Anyone who could go to the fifth layer was an expert.

Either they were young heavenly prides, or old formidable individuals, none were weak.

Once Lin Xuan and the others left, the main hall suddenly became much quieter.

However, many people who did not have the qualifications to participate in the auction could only debate here.

What was discussed the most was Lin Xuan.

Because Lin Xuan’s display of combat power was truly formidable, coupled with his mysterious identity, it naturally piqued their curiosity.

"Do you think that fellow might be disguised as a saint heir?"

"How could an ordinary independent practitioner have such formidable combat prowess?"

"Moreover, he’s way too young!"

"Perhaps the heavenly prides of the Northern Domain have a rival now."

"Not necessarily, although this youngster is formidable, the combat power displayed so far doesn’t reach the Saint Child Level."

"And most importantly, he has offended the Liang Family."

"Surely he will face relentless pursuit from the Liang Family. Whether he can survive it remains uncertain!"

The crowd discussed animatedly, none were optimistic about Lin Xuan’s prospects.

After all, the Liang Family was a top force in the Northern Domain, and while Lin Xuan was formidable, he was just one person.

Without a substantial force backing him, he wouldn’t stand a chance against the mighty Liang Family.

Meanwhile, Lin Xuan and Liu Mingyue ascended to the fifth layer.