Purple Phoenix Star is one of the few important planets in the Jialan Empire, commercially developed and very prosperous, so it attracts many powerful individuals.
There are not only Territory Lord Rank, but also Universe Rank and a large number of Astral Rank powerhouses.
Apprentice Level Su Ke felt no sense of security here.
So his first step was to improve his own safety.
First, Su Ke bought an Intelligent Light Brain at a store; he didn't have this tool before.
With the assistance of the Intelligent Light Brain, he could clearly detect the opponent's strength instead of relying on sensing their aura.
Before, when he walked on the street, he was like an ant walking into Jurassic Park, completely clueless, trembling with fear, and treading on thin ice, as if anyone could step on him and kill him.
The auxiliary Light Brain can detect life auras up to Cosmic Grade Ninth Order.
As for Territory Lord Rank? They can completely conceal their aura; at least, a regular auxiliary Light Brain cannot detect them.
This is because when one's strength reaches Territory Lord Rank, the core within their body is the life core (singularity), and their aura can be completely contained within it. The outside world cannot detect it at all.
Su Ke touched the black armguard on his right hand, adorned with golden patterns full of technological flair and smooth like crystal to the touch. He scanned the passersby. According to the seller's introduction, even at close range, this type of scan would not be easily detected by the other party, so Su Ke grew bolder.
“That bare-chested brawny man on the left, who looks like a savage, is a Planet level ninth order.”
“The lizard unicorn at eleven o'clock, is he only Planetary Level 1st Order?”
“The little girl who just came out of the hotel entrance, only calf-high… gasp… she’s actually a Stellar level ninth order powerhouse?!”
Su Ke felt he had gained knowledge and deeply understood what it meant not to judge a book by its cover.
His hometown was not like this place, where you could casually encounter an Astral Rank powerhouse on the street.
After purchasing the Intelligent Light Brain, he didn't buy anything else. The second step was to head to the slave market.
When people get rich, their biggest worry is others plotting against them.
Wealth without the strength to protect it is a disaster.
Since he couldn't immediately improve his own strength and didn't want to hire bodyguards with insufficient loyalty, the best option was to purchase slaves as guards.
In reality, slaves are not inherently loyal.
However, slaves have 'biological chips' implanted into their brains, which then fuse with the brain. Once implanted, they cannot be removed and will be completely loyal to their master! To destroy the chip, one must destroy the brain! And the souls of human powerhouses are in the sea of consciousness!
Therefore, destroying the brain means certain death. Unless… one becomes a Territory Lord Rank! The soul of a Territory Lord Rank powerhouse can already leave the brain! And destroy the chip in the brain. So… theoretically, when a 'biological chip' is implanted, the strongest a slave can be is Cosmic Grade Ninth Order!
Within the slave market, which covered hundreds of kilometers and was bustling with people, a white-haired, black-clothed young man wandered.
“The most reputable slave mall here is… Ci Tuo Mall.” Following the navigation, Su Ke walked towards his target. He couldn't distinguish which one was strong, so he directly sought out the best, as his own life was at stake.
Ci Tuo Mall has stood for millions of years, with a strong background, providing slaves of clear quality and origin, and excellent after-sales service, practically receiving rave reviews.
Passing through various plazas, different promotional sounds could be heard, and many people enthusiastically introduced and solicited customers.
Apprentice Level? Planetary Level? Astral Rank? All were commodities, displayed here for sale like cattle and sheep.
The cruelty of the law of the jungle in the universe was fully demonstrated here.
Soon, a huge and ostentatious building appeared in Su Ke's sight. Ci Tuo Slave Mall occupied an extremely vast area, and its imposing presence and grandeur were among the best here, truly magnificent.
“I want to buy Astral Rank slaves.” Su Ke did not waste time after entering and immediately sought out the person in charge.
In the universe, Planetary Level are mostly just thugs or servants, not very useful! Astral Rank is considered the optimal level for bodyguards and servants.
And Astral Rank 1st Order is more than ten times stronger than Planet level ninth order!
The female manager, clad in a black, light, translucent veil, with a graceful figure, surging chest, green wavy hair, and a thick black snake tail below, immediately became enthusiastically welcoming when she heard it was a big business.
“Guest, do you have any requirements? Our mall has everything; no matter what kind of slave you ask for, we will definitely satisfy you.”
Despite her Astral Rank powerhouse aura, she showed no arrogance and was very polite and warm towards Su Ke. Seeing Su Ke's young age, she even deliberately led him towards the beautiful female slaves, hoping to entice him.
Su Ke did not pay much attention to those flamboyant and uniquely beautiful female slaves and went straight to the point. “Which Astral Rank slaves here are most suitable as bodyguards?”
The snake woman Boa couldn't help but take another look at the young, naive, and weak boy in front of her, who wasn't even Planetary Level. However, a customer who immediately wanted to buy Astral Rank slaves was clearly not an ordinary person. She didn't think the other party dared to come here to joke with her. Such a customer was worth her extra effort to entertain, as managers like her faced fierce competition and needed performance results.
“Guest, these are the Astral Rank slaves currently available in our mall. See if there are any you are satisfied with. We also have detailed information on those not displayed here.”
Su Ke looked at the Astral Rank slaves emanating terrifying auras that made his heart tremble.
Just feeling their aura almost made him unable to stand steady.
Terrifyingly strong!
The gap between Apprentice Level and Astral Rank was more than ten million times!
However, a subtle feeling immediately arose in his heart.
Terrifying powerhouses, thousands or tens of thousands of times stronger than himself, were now at his disposal to be chosen as servants.
“They’re just like pigs and dogs, truly pathetic…” Su Ke thought to himself as he saw the numb eyes of those slaves.
Su Ke did not like slave traders, but he also lacked the ability to change the current situation. He himself had no sense of security; he could only ensure that he would treat these slaves kindly.
In the spacious reception room, Su Ke sat at a luxurious starlight obsidian table. A virtual projection appeared before him, displaying detailed information about numerous slaves, including their appearance, height, strength, racial data, and prices!
Astral Rank slaves were very expensive; the stronger they were, the more costly.
An Astral Rank 1st Order martial artist cost 1 million.
An Astral Rank 9th Order martial artist cost 5 billion.
As for Psycher Master, they were priced three times higher than martial artists of the same level!
After careful selection, Su Ke finally chose a Stellar level ninth order martial artist of the Stid Race for 5.6 billion, and a Stellar level ninth order Psycher Master of the Karu Race for 19.8 billion. One male and one female, both conforming to normal human aesthetics.
The Stid Race was strong in physical body, and this Stid Race martial artist was also skilled with a saber, which could perfectly serve as Su Ke's martial arts teacher.
As for the Karu Race, they were known for producing Psycher Master and had a minor reputation in the slave market. This female was also very skilled in flying with psychic weapons, which could allow her to escape in times of crisis, one of the reasons Su Ke chose her.
However, they currently had nothing on them, and weapons and armor would have to be provided by Su Ke, their master.
Although expensive, he was determined that since he was buying, he would buy the best among Astral Rank.
Nothing was more important than his own life.
“Guest, you truly have discerning taste. These slaves all have the potential to reach Universe Rank; you definitely won't regret buying them.” Seeing the large purchase contract appear, and knowing his bonus would be substantial, the snake woman Boa smiled even more brightly and began to flatter him.
Su Ke merely smiled faintly. He wasn't stupid; how could he not know the difficulty of an Astral Rank breaking through to Universe Rank? The potential to reach Universe Rank? Well, one in a hundred thousand could also be considered having potential, right.