This elder steward of the Treasure Pavilion, who used to address Alaric Ye as "young friend," now directly upgraded to calling him "fellow Daoist," indicating that he already regarded Alaric as a Foundation Establishment cultivator.

Alaric Ye's ability to defeat a Chosen at the fourteenth level of Qi Refining, even with forbidden techniques, indeed demonstrated the strength of a Foundation Establishment expert. Once he officially stepped into the early-stage Foundation Establishment, even many mid-stage Foundation Establishment cultivators might not be his match.

In the Cultivation World, one's realm is merely a reference for strength; true hard power is more valued.

"I wonder if Fellow Daoist Ye has come this time to sell or consign some treasures. Could you show them to me now so I can appraise and evaluate them? Additionally, regarding the handling fee, our Treasure Pavilion can offer more discounts to you."