At this moment, a crisp sound echoed throughout the venue, the voice melodious and pleasant, yet carrying a hint of clarity, prompting everyone to return to their senses and notice the commencement of the auction.
Simultaneously, a middle-aged cultivator walked up to the auction stage from below.
This middle-aged cultivator's appearance was not particularly remarkable, perhaps even somewhat ordinary, slightly chubby, showing signs of corpulence, with a face that broke into a smile before speaking, giving off a rather genial vibe.
However, upon seeing this person, many below the stage began murmuring, either talking to themselves or whispering quietly among themselves.
"It's True Master Shu Tong; he has actually come..."
"I didn't expect him to be hosting the auction today."
"Who is this person? From your tone, it sounds like this elder is very famous?"
"True Master Shu Tong is not just famous; he's extremely renowned and incredibly powerful, he..."
...
"Yin Spirit Giant?"
