Chapter 1 Awakening in Another World, System Binding.
Lin Yue's consciousness slowly rose from the chaos, like a drowning person finally struggling to the surface, taking a deep breath.
A severe headache struck, as if he had been struck hard on the temple with a blunt object. Countless unfamiliar fragments of memory flooded his mind like a tidal wave, shattering his original worldview.
He found himself lying in a dense primeval forest, towering ancient trees blocking out the sun, the air filled with the peculiar fragrance of decaying plants and earth. In the distance, the faint roars of unknown wild beasts echoed, adding to the forest's mystique and danger.
"Where is this?" Lin Yue struggled to sit up, rubbing his aching temples.
Shouldn't he be in his own antique shop appraising that strange bronze mirror? How did he end up in this desolate wilderness?
Just as he was puzzled, a cold, mechanical voice suddenly rang in his mind:
[Host's vital signs detected as stable, soul fusion rate 100%, meeting binding requirements...]
[The Multiverse Auction System is starting up...binding...10%...50%...100%...]
[Binding successful! Welcome, host Lin Yue, to Douluo Continent. You have become the sole owner of the Myriad Realms Auction System.]
Lin Yue was stunned. Douluo Continent? Wasn't that the novel he'd been reading out of boredom a few days ago? And what was this Myriad Realms Auction System?
This system can connect to countless worlds, offering various rare and precious items for auction. The host can earn points based on a percentage of the auction proceeds, or by completing system tasks and recycling valuable items.
Points are the system's universal currency, which can be exchanged for all items in the system shop and can also be used to enhance oneself.
[The new player gift pack has been sent to your system space. Please check it promptly.]
The barrage of information left Lin Yue dizzy, but he quickly calmed down. As an antique dealer, he had experienced far more unbelievable things and his ability to accept information far exceeded that of ordinary people.
"Open the newbie gift pack," Lin Yue silently told himself.
[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: 10,000 initial points, 2 Peerless Douluo Summoning Cards, 1 Auction Pavilion Construction Token, and 3 basic auction items.]
Lin Yue's eyes lit up. A peerless Douluo? That's a top-tier existence in this world!
"Use the Summoning Card and the Construction Token," he commanded without hesitation.
In an instant, two dazzling golden lights appeared out of thin air on the open ground before them. After the light dissipated, two elderly men dressed in black robes knelt on one knee and bowed respectfully.
"Your subordinate greets your master!"
The two men spoke loudly, emanating a suffocating pressure. Although they had deliberately restrained themselves, Lin Yue could still feel the vast, ocean-like fluctuations of their soul power—definitely at the level of a peerless Douluo!
To Lin Yue's even greater surprise, with the use of the construction token, a magnificent classical pavilion was rising from the ground at a visible speed. With its carved beams and painted rafters, soaring eaves and upturned corners, the plaque above the door bore four large, gilded characters in a flowing, elegant style—"Otherworld Auction Pavilion!"
The pavilion has three floors and occupies a vast area. The building materials are neither metal nor wood, but exude a faint glow and an ancient aura. Two lifelike stone sculptures of unknown mythical beasts stand in front of the door, as if they might come to life at any moment.
"Is this my auction house?" Lin Yue murmured to himself as he strolled into the pavilion.
The interior space is even more spacious than it appears from the outside, clearly utilizing space-expansion technology. The hall is bright and airy, with a high auction stage above rows of comfortable seats, roughly estimated to accommodate at least a thousand people. The second and third floors are furnished with private boxes reserved for VIPs.
[The Auction Pavilion has been completed and comes with an invincible domain: the host is invincible within a 50-mile radius of the Auction Pavilion, and any attack is ineffective.]
The system's notification reassured Lin Yue. With this guarantee, he finally had a foothold in this dangerous world.
"Check the basic auction items." Lin Yue continued to explore the system.
Three orbs of light appeared on the system interface:
The first item is a pill – [Soul Power Enhancement Pill (Low Grade)]: It can increase a Soul Master's Soul Power by 1 level without any side effects (effective for levels below 50).
The second item is a card – [Title Douluo Trial Card]: After use, it can temporarily grant the strength of a level 91 Title Douluo for the duration of an incense stick burning.
The third item is an ancient book—[Soul Core Condensation Method (Beginner)]: It records techniques on how to condense soul cores more safely, which is helpful for breaking through to the Title Douluo level.
Lin Yue's eyes gleamed. These things were absolutely rare treasures in this world, especially the latter two, which were enough to drive any power mad.
"System, how do I hold an auction? Will anyone come?" Lin Yue asked the crucial question.
[The host only needs to set the auction time and items, and the system will automatically send invitations to all Soul Masters and factions in this world that have reached a certain level. The invitations will appear directly in front of the target, showcasing the auction house's mystery and power.]
The first auction is recommended to be held seven days later, giving all parties sufficient time to prepare and travel.
Lin Yue nodded and decisively issued the order: "Okay, then let's set the first auction to be held in seven days, and the auction items will be these three basic items."
[Setup successful, invitations are being sent out...]
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At the same time, in every corner of the Douluo Continent, countless powerful figures had their expressions change drastically.
Inside the Spirit Hall, Pope Bibi Dong was reviewing documents when suddenly a golden light flashed before her, and a gilded invitation appeared out of thin air, slowly landing on the table.
"Hmm?" Bibi Dong's beautiful eyes narrowed, and her powerful soul force instantly swept across the surroundings, but she found nothing. She cautiously used her scepter to open the invitation, and her pupils contracted slightly after seeing the contents.
At the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, Ning Fengzhi was discussing sect affairs with Sword Douluo Chen Xin and Bone Douluo Gu Rong when three invitations appeared unexpectedly on the tea table in front of them.
"Who goes there?" Chen Xin's sword intent surged, and the Seven Kill Sword instantly appeared in his hand as he warily looked around.
Gu Rong immediately stood in front of Ning Fengzhi, her expression grave: "How did this happen without any spatial fluctuations?"
Ning Fengzhi remained relatively calm, picked up the invitation and read it carefully. The more he read, the more interesting his expression became.
The core area of the Starry Sky Forest, on the shore of the Lake of Life.
The Silver Dragon King, Gu Yuena, was healing when she suddenly sensed something and opened her amethyst-like eyes. An invitation was quietly floating in front of her.
"Human things?" Gu Yuena frowned slightly, but the mysterious aura emanating from the invitation made her dare not underestimate it. In particular, the name "All Heavens Auction Pavilion" gave her a sense of something unusual.
The same situation occurred before the Clear Sky Sect, the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Clan, the imperial palaces of the two great empires, and all Soul Douluo-level and above powerhouses.
The top powers across the entire continent were shaken by this mysteriously appearing invitation.
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On the outskirts of the Starry Sky Forest, Lin Yue stood on the top floor of the newly completed auction pavilion, overlooking the boundless sea of trees.
Long Yi and Long Er stood silently behind him like the most loyal guards.
"The auction house is about to open, so there should be some rules," Lin Yue said calmly. "System, publish the auction house rules."
[Rules have been generated:]
[I. Martial arts are strictly prohibited within the Zhutian Auction Pavilion and its surrounding fifty li radius. Violators will be severely punished.]
[II. The highest bidder wins. You can use Gold Soul Coins, Soul Bones, Soul Tools, rare materials, etc. to exchange for points to participate in the auction.]
[III. Auction houses accept consignment auctions and collect a 20% commission on the final sale price.]
[IV. Those who offend the auction house will be blacklisted and permanently banned from entering.]
The words of the rules appeared out of thin air on the jade tablet next to the auction hall's entrance, exuding an unquestionable majesty.
Lin Yue nodded in satisfaction, gazing into the distance as if he could already see the grand scene of various forces gathering here seven days later.
"Douluo Continent? Let me see just how crazy the strong in this world will be for treasures from all the heavens and myriad realms."
A meaningful smile appeared on his lips.
The legend of the Myriad Realms Auction House thus begins.
And all of this is just the beginning.
Yu Xiaogang and Tang San, far away at Notting Academy near Holy Soul Village, had no idea how this suddenly appearing auction house would completely change the course of their destinies...