Starlight Merchant Union is an organisation that values profits more than anything else.
Moreover, 500 million low-level spirit stones are a huge wealth that only a few powerful Golden Core Realm Cultivators could accumulate.
Depositing the spirit stones means it is proof of his funds which he would be spending in today's auction.
So, when Ethan said that he would deposit 500 million low-level spirit stones, the Golden Core Realm Cultivator became respectful and personally guided Ethan to a Special Cabin.
"Who is he?"
"I am sure he is not a disciple of any of the top sects or a member of a Hermit Tribe."
"Yes. If he were, with his current cultivation, he wouldn't have used his funds as a deposit."
"He must be a loose cultivator like us."
"Wait a second… looking at the mask, why do I feel it was the recent sensation, 'Master Ethan'?"
"Idiot. Do you think everyone who is wearing a mask is 'Master Ethan'?"
"Do you think 'Master Ethan' won't attend the Annual Auction? He will."
