Upon hearing this, Wang Long was shocked, and then awkwardly said to Ji Yunsheng, "So it is Senior Ji Yunsheng! I have long heard of your great reputation. Seeing you today, it is truly just as the patriarchs of various sects described—your bearing is like that of an immortal descending from the heavens, not like a mortal of this world. May I ask if you have also come to attend the auction?"
Ji Yunsheng was speechless. *This old man really knows how to flatter,* he thought. *Saying something like this, he must be intentionally trying to butter me up so he can ask for my help.* He then replied, "I am indeed here for the auction. What is it? Is there something you need?"
Wang Long said, "As expected of Senior, you knew right away that I was looking for your help. I wonder if Senior has a seat reserved at the auction? If not, I shall lead Senior to a VIP room."
Chapter 24