The interior of the Refining Star Pavilion is just like Elder Long’s Cave Mansion that Lu Lin had seen before; it looks not very large from the outside, but inside, it is full of wonders.

In the vast and luxurious courtyard, strong persons with either imposing or calm auras gather together, discussing topics of interest. Of course, the most talked-about topics are the new stars of this year’s Refining Star Prize and their works.

Through conversations with Wang Chou, Lu Lin also learned that the Refining Star Prize Appreciation Conference is essentially a large auction.

The martial artists participating in the auction, through bidding, help refiners gain fame. The higher the price, the more competitors, naturally indicating the refiner’s skill is excellent, and they can accurately grasp market trends, sure to receive focused cultivation from Refining Star Mountain in the future.

In short, during the Refining Star Prize Appreciation Conference, it is a win-win situation. The martial artists participating in the auction can obtain the Star Devices and treasures they desire, while refiners can gain significant attention.

Perhaps future Refining Masters will emerge from this conference.

In the hall, besides some spirit fruits and spirit wines for guests to use, there are also small souvenirs that can be taken freely.

Of course, this is restricted; each guest is only allowed to take one souvenir.

These souvenirs are displayed on square pedestals at a height of 1.2 meters, with different arrangements for different souvenirs.

For example, Lu Lin saw a souvenir battle knife, black as ink, the size of a palm, about two fingers wide, with a thick blade-back; it is a heavy chopping knife. This battle knife is stuck in a huge stone on the pedestal, with several small broken stone fragments scattered around.

Since Lu Lin himself uses a knife, he naturally is interested in such weapons. He weighed it in his hand and was surprised to find that this souvenir battle knife is not light, weighing about five pounds.

It seems the refiner put a lot of effort into making this souvenir battle knife, using significant materials.

"Little brother, let me have a look at this battle knife."

While looking, an old man beside him asked Lu Lin for the battle knife. Lu Lin glanced at the other, nodded, and handed the battle knife over and turned to leave.

There are thousands of souvenirs displayed in the exhibition hall, and with some time before the Treasure Appreciation Conference begins, many people are like Lu Lin, wandering around, searching for their favorite little items.

After a lap, Lu Lin’s vision was broadened. Although these souvenirs are primarily weapons commonly used by martial artists like knives, swords, spears, and staffs, some niche weapons were encountered occasionally.

Imprisoning Divine Circle, Thousandfold Folding Fan, Silent Bell, Three-thread Whip...

Many weapons Lu Lin had only occasionally heard of when learning from Elder Long but had not seen in person; here, they are on display.

Indeed, each profession has its specialization. As refiners, their understanding of various weapon types in Longyuan World far exceeds that of ordinary martial artists, as they do not face one or two people but an enormous and countless multitude of martial artists in Longyuan World.

No matter how niche or obscure the weapon, in such a massive population, the quantity would not be small.

After another lap, Lu Lin took a fancy to a set of miniature armor. The armor is uniquely designed, with a spike on each of the shoulders, elbows, knees, and shoes, while the back is covered with iron blocks to increase defense.

The chest does not have a Heart-protecting Mirror but uses a small mechanism instead. Lu Lin tried it; the mechanism will shoot out three darts straight forward when touched, ensuring the attacker will be encountered with blossoming peach flowers on their face.

The most attractive part should be the helmet of this set of armor. Not only does it protect the head and back of the head like an ordinary helmet, but it also has a visor.

It is precisely because this set of armor is designed so innovative and looks aesthetically pleasing that Lu Lin decided to keep this armor as a souvenir.

Of course, since Lu Lin took the armor, he naturally noticed the designer and forger of this piece.

Feng Jiu.

A strange name, sounding more like a code name.

"Lu Lin, hurry over here, the Refining Star Prize Appreciation Conference is about to start."

Wang Chou conveyed telepathically.

At this moment, Lu Lin noticed that there were fewer martial artists around, and several disciples from Refining Star Mountain were weaving through the crowd, inviting martial artists with unique invitations away.

These martial artists naturally included Wang Chou’s Master, Master Wan Chong.

"Alright, I’m coming."

Lu Lin and his group followed the disciples leading the way into a dimly lit room, where the disciple explained the fruits and drinks on the table and the use of the bidding plaque before leaving.

"Master, this place is pretty nice; the room is spacious, but a bit dark."

Wang Chou said, sitting on a large sofa that could swallow him whole. 𝓯𝙧𝓮𝓮𝒘𝓮𝙗𝙣𝒐𝒗𝒆𝓵.𝓬𝓸𝒎

"What purpose does the dimness serve? You’ll know in a while."

"You were the same before; the old man called you, but you were unwilling to come. Otherwise, you wouldn’t be experiencing it just now."

Master Wan Chong chided affectionately, but there was no real reprimand in his tone.

"Little friend Lu, you also sit down. Don’t be restrained in front of the old man; since you are brothers with Chou, treat the old man as your Master too."