"Take it, think of it as compensation for me destroying this place."

Everyone froze at those words.

The auctioneer froze as well. He stared at the nail-sized Stone of the Phoenix's Blood and didn't understand what Ling Xian was talking about. However, once he saw people walking over, he had a realization.

"Don't worry, your highness, they won't dare to attack here."

The auctioneer looked hesitant. "But the moment you leave here, the Auction of a Thousand Treasures cannot protect you."

Ling Xian understood that the auctioneer was trying to protect him. But, who was he? Did he need others' protection?

"It's not necessary."

Waving his hand, Ling Xian smiled, "Once I get out of here, I will have to fight regardless. I might as well finish things here. Those two are not strong enough for me to go into hiding."

Hearing this, the auctioneer bitterly smiled and retreated without another word.

Since Ling Xian had spoken and had paid for the damage beforehand, what mo