Degrade from Nobility to a Humble Slave

It was no coincidence that the Zhang Clan had been able to acquire prestige equivalent to that of the top seven noble clans in the Burning Sky Empire relying on their wealth.

The Zhang's were not only good at investing in business, but they also knew how to invest in talent.

As wealthy businessmen with a civilian background, they preferred to invest in a civilian genius like Zen.

Therefore, although they wouldn't help Zen in his dispute with Fren Zhuge, they would support Zen secretly.

"As a rule, our Blessed Auction House gets ten percent commission from the proceeds of an auction," Wick Zhang informed Zen. "But you are Wurth's friend. So we've decided not to charge any commission from the sale of your item."

"No, that's not appropriate," Zen politely rejected Wick's generosity. Ten percent of Zen's earnings from the auction was not a small amount. However, Zen didn't want to be indebted to others.

"If you refuse, that implies that you don't regard me as a friend," Wick Zhang persisted. The Zhang Clan didn't offer Zen much support during his confrontation with Fren Zhuge a few minutes ago. So Wick Zhang decided to give Zen this favor.

Now that Wick Zhang was insisting, Zen felt as though he had no choice but to accept and express his gratitude.

"Schlik!" When Wick Zhang opened the door curtain of the back hall, a big heap of cubic crystals appeared in front of them. "Zen, the crystal core of the fire scorpion lion sold at a high price of 70, 000 cubic crystals. After deducting 25, 000 cubic crystals for the Weapon Refining Principle that you bought, you still have 45, 000 cubic crystals left," Wick explained.

Nory and Sean were dumbfounded when they saw the cubic crystals shining brilliantly under the lights.

"Z... Zen, that fire scorpion lion's crystal core was yours?" Nory stuttered in amazement. Nory and Sean now understood why Zen had the confidence to participate in the auction of the Weapon Refining Principle. Zen turned out to be a potential millionaire!

"Oh my god! I've never seen so many cubic crystals in my life," Sean also murmured. Since all three young men were of civilian origin, they didn't have much money.

Although they were outer disciples of Drizzle Peak at Cloud Sect, the gaps among them were tremendous. It was surprising that Zen had been able to earn so many points not long after joining Cloud Sect.

However, Zen didn't know what to do with so many cubic crystals. Although he had a space ring, yet its space was not much. It would be impossible to put all the cubic crystals in the space ring.

He couldn't carry them. Even if he asked Sean and Nory to help, they wouldn't be able to take that many cubic crystals. That was just not realistic. Zen had never considered that carrying or storing the crystals would be a problem.

Seeing the embarrassed expression on Zen's face, Wurth Zhang smiled and said, "Don't worry Zen. There is no need to take these cubic crystals with you. You can have a look first, and then we'll deposit them in the Blessed Draft Bank for you."

With that, Wurth Zhang handed Zen a thin token that was mounted in a layer of shiny gold foil. Zen saw the words, Blessed Draft Bank, written on it in ancient Chinese characters.

you should you need to make a large transaction. The credit of our bank's draft

Bank was the most creditworthy bank in the empire and that it had branches throughout the Eastern Region. Having understood the benefits

Wick Zhang handed Zen a small brocade box and told him, "This is the Weapon Refining

box and saw a yellowed, tattered book.

crystals for an old book seemed like a risky investment

be useful to him or not. However, he knew he had to follow his plans, no matter the cost or the risk. He wasn't the kind of

the auction house with his two friends, Nory and Sean. Wurth Zhang had to stay to

sold his fire scorpion lion's crystal core at an astronomical price but also acquired a precious book, the Weapon Refining Principle.

he believed his most significant

gained knowledge of the iron essence. Now he knew that

money continuously, Zen could not help but feel excited. However, he knew his plan could not be rushed. He knew that it would be wise for him

and Sean began to worry about Zen's safety.

all, Fren Zhuge had threatened Zen at

Fren Zhuge's superior strength, they believed their friend was in

defuse risks. He's not the only one person who wants to see me dead. I'm still alive despite the

they saw that Zen was confident and optimistic, Nory

along the street. Since Zen came to the Imperial Capital, he hadn't

idea. Today, you have made a big fortune. You should treat us," said Nory with a smile. He certainly wouldn't

not familiar with the Imperial Capital. You lead the way. I'll cover all the expenses," replied Zen with a nod. It had been a lucky day for Zen. He smiled

you," Nory said to Zen. Nory looked at Sean with a

is the most popular place in the Imperial Capital," claimed Nory. "But it is

not there," Sean added, "It's too expensive for us." Saying this, Sean shook his head in feigned

with a smile, "If you want to

They laughed happily. "Let's go now," Nory urged as he led the

felt the prosperity of the Imperial Capital. The sights and sounds he came across were hard to

streets were busy, and the buildings were

stopped in front of a green building. The sign with bold characters said Golden Wind Restaurant.

up and asked. He was